Chu Hua: For sashimi lovers

One of the perks of living in Shanghai is the plethora of all-you-can-eat Japanese restaurants. But the low price you pay at some of these establishments often means quantity at the expense of, well, delicious buttery fish. No such sacrifices needed at Chu Hua

Chu Hua has the balance right with its restrained modern red and black décor, and loads of very fresh sashimi including salmon, surf clam, and uni. The rich, chewy grilled sliver cod is their number one dish. And for dessert, the silky, not-too-sweet caramel blancmange is ordered by every guest who knows what’s best.

A hint from the Japanese community, Chu Hua offers a little known authentic Japanese breakfast: for about RMB50 per person, you can have a quiet, gourmet start to the day.