Warm up this winter with Hongkou district's newest culinary gems! From sizzling clay pot dishes at Fresh First to riverside fine dining at Hai Wan Hui and authentic Chaoshan hot pot, these spots offer unforgettable flavors and experiences.

Fresh First x Clay Pot Cooking

Experience the best of Cantonese cuisine at Fresh First, now open in Shanghai! This restaurant specializes in made-to-order clay pot dishes crafted with the freshest ingredients. Each dish is expertly stir-fried in a hot wok and finished with their signature clay pot sauce, delivering a fragrant, flavorful dining experience.

Must-try dishes:

 Sizzling Chitterlings in a Clay Pot: Tender chitterlings are stir-fried to perfection and then cooked in a clay pot with a special sauce, infusing each bite with rich, smoky flavors.

 Sizzling Snowflake Beef with Pepper in a Clay Pot: Juicy beef cubes are seared in a 500-degree clay pot, perfectly complemented by aromatic pepper and garlic for a truly mouthwatering treat.

Address: Rooms 44-45, B2, Raffles City (North Bund), No 999 Dongdaming Road

Business hours: Daily, 11 am to 2 pm; 5 pm to 9 pm

Hai Wan Hui

Indulge in fine dining with breathtaking views at Hai Wan Hui, where exquisite culinary creations meet the stunning scenery of the Huangpu River. This is the ultimate destination for savoring Shanghai's skyline paired with unforgettable flavors.

Must-try dishes:

 Steamed Deep-Sea Leopard Coral Grouper: Featuring translucent, tender flesh with a subtle chew, this delicacy melts in your mouth with every bite.

 Spicy Lobster with Mapo Tofu: Bold Sichuan spices in the tofu perfectly complement the lobster's fresh, springy texture, creating an innovative fusion of flavors.

Address: 27th Floor, Shanghai Bund South China Harbour View Hotel, No 53 Huangpu Road

Business hours: Daily, 11 am to 2 pm; 4:30 pm to 10 pm

Chaoshan Cuisine: Fresh Beef Noodle Soup & Hot Pot

Discover the rich culinary heritage of Chaoshan cuisine right here in Shanghai. This newly opened restaurant brings authentic flavors from the Chaoshan region — spanning Chaozhou, Shantou, and Jieyang in Guangdong province — offering hearty hot pots and signature dishes.

Must-try dishes:

 Fresh Rib Cap Steak: With red meat marbled with white fat, this tender and juicy cut is best cooked for just 8–12 seconds to lock in its natural flavors. Pair it with satay sauce for a perfect taste combination.

 Drunken Chicken Hot Pot: Free-range chicken is infused with the aromatic flavors of Shaoxing wine, resulting in tender, juicy meat with a rich, layered taste.

Address: Rooms F1-19, 1st Floor, Yingmengli, No 1118 Dongdaming Road

Business hours: Daily, 11 am to 10 pm

Source: Hongkou district commission of commerce