LaoBanZhai(老半斋)

Lao Ban Zhai is a time-honored Chinese restaurant on Shanghai's historic Fuzhou Road, established in 1905. Renowned for authentic Huaiyang cuisine and classic Shanghai dim sum, it offers a nostalgic dining atmosphere with traditional decor. Signature dishes include the legendary knife-cut noodle soup with hilsa herring (known as 'the best plain noodles under heaven'), crystal pork, and crab roe soup dumplings. The restaurant also excels in seasonal pastries like fresh meat mooncakes and shredded turnip puff pastry. With affordable prices and attentive service, it's a must-visit for experiencing authentic Shanghai culinary heritage.