Cai Ji ShengJian SiChuan Middle Road(蔡记生煎(四川中路店))

Shu Caiji is a beloved time-honored eatery in Shanghai, cherished by locals for its traditional pan-fried buns (shengjian) and vegetable rice. Located at the intersection of Zhejiang Middle Road and Sichuan Middle Road, the shop offers shengjian with a crispy golden bottom and juicy, flavorful filling that bursts with broth upon first bite. Pair it with a steaming bowl of vegetable rice—each grain perfectly cooked, infused with the fragrance of greens and rich lard oil—for a taste of authentic Shanghai comfort food. Though modest in size, the restaurant is clean, welcoming, and affordable, making it a perfect spot for breakfast, lunch, or an afternoon snack. Always bustling with energy, it captures the true essence of local street food culture.