Starbucks Reserve Roastery Shanghai ☕

Address
The Starbucks Reserve Roastery Shanghai is located at N110-N201, Xingye Taikoo Hui, 789 Nanjing West Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai, China. 🇨🇳 Located in the Taikoo Hui shopping mall in the bustling Nanjing West Road area, it's conveniently located near West Nanjing Road Station (Line 2) (Exit 5, 6, or 19). It's very convenient to get to. If you're coming from Pudong Airport, take the Maglev and then the MRT (approximately 1 hour). 🚇

Opening Hours
Open daily from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM. ⏰ Recommended times to visit are late afternoon (3:00 PM to 6:00 PM) to avoid the morning crowds and enjoy beautiful light for photos, or evening (7:00 PM to 9:00 PM) for a romantic, dimly lit atmosphere. However, during holidays or festivals like Chinese New Year, you might have to wait in line for a while. 📅

Atmosphere/Location
This is the world's largest Starbucks (2,800 square meters over two floors). It opened in 2017 and remains a Shanghai landmark, combining the elegance of a factory-style coffee roaster with modern Chinese art. 🏛️ Downstairs, a giant coffee roaster in the center churns fresh coffee beans, wafting the aroma throughout the store. This is complemented by a Teavana Chinese tea zone and Princi Bakery, which bakes fresh French bread. 🍞 Upstairs, there's a coffee cocktail bar and tea lounge, offering views of the bustling Shanghai cityscape through eight-story glass windows. ✨ The atmosphere is like walking into a coffee museum, both exciting and relaxing. The staff are chicly dressed and speak English fluently. However, sometimes, it's so crowded that you might have to wait for a table. 😅

Highlights
- 🔥 Giant Arriviamo coffee roaster: Imported from Italy. Freshly roasted Reserve coffee beans right in front of you. Watch the process in real time and experience the rich aromas you won't find at a regular Starbucks.
- 🧪 AR Experience from Alibaba: Scan the QR code with your phone and a virtual world will pop up telling stories about Vietnamese or Ethiopian coffee. Great fun for kids and techies. 📱
- 🍸 Arrival Bar Coffee Cocktails: Try something like the Violet Bourbon Barrel-Aged Cold Brew, fermented in wine barrels, or the Teavana tea infused with Chinese fruits for unique flavors.
- 🥐 Italian-style Princi Bakery: Crispy breads, pizzas, and pastas are made fresh daily, so delicious you'll forget you're at Starbucks!
- 📚 Coffee Library and Merch Zone: Shop for vintage coffee books and special souvenirs, like rare Chinese ceramic mugs or bags of coffee beans. Grab some to take home! 🛍️

Prices
- Reserve coffee: 50-100 CNY (~250-500 THB), such as Arriviamo Black for 60 CNY ☕
- Teavana coffee or tea cocktails: 80-150 CNY (~400-750 THB) 🍹
- Princi desserts: 30-80 CNY (~150-400 THB), such as pasta for 60 CNY or a small cake for 40 CNY 🧁
- Souvenirs: 100-500 CNY (~500-2,500 THB) for a specialty cup or coffee beans 💸
Prices are higher than your average coffee shop, but worth the experience and quality. We recommend using Alipay or WeChat Pay, as cash can be a bit cumbersome.

Score
4.7/5 ⭐ Starbucks Reserve Roastery Shanghai is a must-visit if you love coffee and want a luxurious Shanghai experience. The atmosphere is like a beautiful and intriguing coffee theater. The unique menu and freshly roasted coffee beans make it feel truly special. 🌟 However, if you're on a budget or don't like crowds, it might feel too expensive and chaotic. I recommend coming in the evening with friends or family and trying a coffee cocktail to end the day. 😊

Note: Check the Shanghai weather before you go, especially in winter (December-February), when it can be freezing. Dress smartly to fit in with the vibe. If it's crowded, try strolling along Nanjing Road before waiting in line. 🚨

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