Fresh and delicious Shanghai flavors, pork ribs and rice cakes are childhood memories, and Dongpo pork and vegetable rice is a must-try

Xian De Lai has always been a safe bet for Shanghai cuisine. It's a well-known, long-standing restaurant.

The pork ribs and rice cakes are perfectly braised, the ribs tender and juicy, and the rice cakes chewy. The Dongpo pork is fragrant, and the vegetable rice has a wok-fried aroma that makes you want to keep eating. The pork tenderloin is also tender, with a hint of deep-frying crispness. The rice dumplings with fermented glutinous rice are small, sesame-filled dumplings, a nostalgic flavor.

The sugarcane juice has a lighter flavor.

It's almost always full during meal times, but the turnover rate is also high. Order and pay directly at the counter, and the food is served fairly quickly.

The restaurant's decor has a touch of old-fashioned style.

Taking photos of the food is very photogenic.

The prices are moderate, and the ingredients are very fresh. This is a highly recommended restaurant for those visiting Shanghai for #ShanghaiFoodExploration.

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Post by IFeng Chiu | Oct 1, 2025