Ye Shanghai (夜上海)

OVERVIEW

Ye Shanghai is a MICHELIN-starred Shanghainese restaurant located on the seventh floor of K11 Musea in Tsim Sha Tsui, offering stunning panoramic views of Victoria Harbour . The restaurant has held a MICHELIN star for sixteen consecutive years, a testament to its consistent quality and authenticity.

The restaurant spans two floors and is decorated to evoke the charm of 1930s old Shanghai, with soft lighting, red lanterns, and a spiral staircase connecting the levels . Window seats and the outdoor terrace offer breathtaking harbour views, and private rooms are available for groups. The atmosphere is elegant, comfortable, and romantic — perfect for special occasions.

The cuisine is traditional Shanghainese and Zhejiang, with an emphasis on premium ingredients and authentic flavours. Signature dishes include the crab meat stuffed crab shell (a standout), stir-fried river shrimp, drunken chicken with huadiao wine, casserole wonton chicken, xiaolongbao, mapo tofu, and salted pork claypot rice . During hairy crab season (autumn), the restaurant offers an extensive crab menu featuring male crabs (5.5–6 taels) full of roe.

THE LUNCH DEAL

Ye Shanghai’s lunch service is a refined affair, with an average spend of approximately HK$500–600 per person . The restaurant offers set lunch menus starting from $600 per person as well as an extensive à la carte menu.

Recent lunch highlights include:

• Crab Meat Stuffed Crab Shell — A signature; rich, creamy, and packed with real crab meat

• Stir-fried River Shrimp — Delicate, fresh, and expertly seasoned

• Drunken Chicken — Tender, juicy, with a hint of huadiao wine aroma

• Xiaolongbao — Thin-skinned with rich, savoury soup inside

• Salted Pork Claypot Rice — Fragrant and comforting, with the salted meat playing a crucial role

• Scallion and Pickled Pepper Pork Slices — Full of wok hei, inspired by twice-cooked pork

• Sesame Sauce Dan Dan Noodles — Rich, chewy noodles coated in peanut sesame sauce

Vegetarian options are also available, including mapo tofu and vegetable and meat dumplings .

LUNCH DETAILS

• Set Lunch Price: From HK$600 per person; average spend HK$500–600 (10% service charge applies)

• Hours: Daily, 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM (lunch service typically 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM)

• Location: Shop 702, 7/F, K11 Musea, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong

WHAT TO EXPECT

• MICHELIN-starred Shanghainese cuisine (16 consecutive years)

• Stunning Victoria Harbour views from K11 Musea’s 7th floor

• 1930s old Shanghai-inspired decor with red lanterns and spiral staircase

• Signature crab meat stuffed crab shell and stir-fried river shrimp

• Set lunch menus and extensive à la carte options

• Vegetarian-friendly with dedicated dishes

WHY IT’S A GREAT DEAL

At HK$500–600 per person for a satisfying lunch with harbour views, Ye Shanghai offers solid value for a MICHELIN-starred restaurant with 16 years of consecutive recognition. The quality of the ingredients (fresh river shrimp, real crab meat) and the stunning location in K11 Musea make it a popular choice for business lunches and special occasions.

RESERVATIONS

Recommended, especially for window tables with harbour views and weekend lunches. Book by phone.

CONTACT

• Phone: +852 2376 3322

• Website: (Search “Ye Shanghai Hong Kong”)

HOURS OF OPERATION

• Lunch: Daily, 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM (approx)

• Dinner: Daily, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

• Open daily until 10:00 PM (11:00 PM on some days)

INSIDER TIPS

• Request a window table when booking — the Victoria Harbour views are spectacular and significantly enhance the experience

• The crab meat stuffed crab shell is the signature dish — do not miss it

• Hairy crab season (autumn) is the best time to visit for seasonal specialities like male crabs full of roe and crab roe noodles

• The restaurant has two floors — the lower floor can feel darker and more crowded; request the upper floor for a better experience

• You can bring your own drinks — check with the restaurant about corkage fees

• The restaurant plays soft nostalgic music — adding to the old Shanghai atmosphere

• Dress code: Smart casual