Halal Restaurants in Shanghai

Discover Shanghai's diverse halal dining scene. From traditional Chinese Muslim cuisine to international options across Pudong, Puxi, and beyond.

Featured Halal Restaurants

Xinjiang Fengwei Restaurant

Authentic Xinjiang cuisine with lamb dishes, hand-pulled noodles, and fresh naan

Jing'an District

Taklamakan Uyghur Restaurant

Central Asian flavors with live music and traditional Uyghur dance performances

Pudong District

Muslim Restaurant (Qingzhen Canting)

Local favorite for Hui-style Chinese Muslim dishes and halal xiaolongbao

Huangpu District

Popular Halal Neighborhoods

Jing'an Temple Area

Central location with numerous halal restaurants serving both Chinese and international cuisine. Close to shopping districts and easy metro access.

25+ halal restaurants

Pudong Financial District

Modern business district with upscale halal dining options, including Turkish, Middle Eastern, and fusion restaurants catering to international professionals.

15+ halal restaurants

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Complete Guide to Halal Dining in Shanghai

Shanghai, China's most cosmopolitan city, offers an exceptional variety of halal dining options. Whether you're craving traditional Chinese Muslim cuisine, authentic Xinjiang dishes, or international flavors from Turkey and the Middle East, Shanghai's halal food scene has something for everyone.

Types of Halal Cuisine in Shanghai

  • Xinjiang Cuisine: Abundant restaurants serving lamb kebabs, hand-pulled noodles (lamian), pilaf (polo), and fresh-baked naan bread
  • Chinese Muslim (Hui) Cuisine: Local halal versions of Shanghai favorites including xiaolongbao, noodle soups, and stir-fries
  • Turkish and Middle Eastern: Upscale restaurants in Pudong and former French Concession offering kebabs, mezze, and baklava
  • Southeast Asian: Malaysian and Indonesian halal restaurants with curries, satay, and nasi goreng

Tips for Muslim Travelers in Shanghai

Shanghai's metro system makes it easy to reach halal restaurants across the city. Look for the halal certificate (清真) displayed at restaurant entrances. Many areas around mosques, particularly near Huxi Mosque in Putuo District and Xiaotaoyuan Mosque in Huangpu District, have clusters of halal eateries. English menus are common in tourist areas, but learning basic Chinese phrases for "halal" (清真 - qīngzhēn) and "no pork" (不要猪肉 - bùyào zhūròu) is helpful in local restaurants.

Best Time to Visit

Shanghai's halal restaurants are busiest during lunch (11:30 AM - 1:30 PM) and dinner (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM). For Ramadan, many restaurants adjust their hours and offer special iftar menus. The city's Muslim community is welcoming, and mosque staff can often recommend nearby halal dining options.