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At T'ang Court in The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi, the focus is on classic Cantonese cuisine executed with precision. The restaurant has earned two Michelin stars, an honor it has held for ten consecutive years, and a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star award for 2026. The Forbes review notes a "razor-sharp attention to detail," from the staff uniforms designed by fashion icon Lu Kun to the serene, quiet atmosphere that belies the bustling Huaihai Road just outside.
The dining room is chic and subdued, with well-spaced tables that ensure a peaceful meal. Elegant private dining rooms, seating up to 90 guests, offer views of Xintiandi and Taiping Lake, making them a refined choice for business or special occasions.
The menu is built around Cantonese "wok hei" and masterful technique. Signature dishes include a stir-fried lobster with three types of spring onion—dried onion, purple onion, and shallot—for a triple-aroma punch. Another standout is the salted egg yolk-coated pork, fried to a golden, crackling crisp while remaining tender inside. A high-heat wok dish combines Thai basil and fermented black beans with tender abalone and crisp geoduck. For a lighter option, prawns are gently scrambled with buffalo milk and egg whites at low temperature, achieving a silky, snow-mountain texture.
T'ang Court offers an array of Cantonese masterpieces, from a la carte selections to set menus, all served amid lavish furnishings. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner, with smart casual attire requested. Despite its luxury setting, Forbes notes that prices can be quite reasonable, especially for lunch and weekend dim sum.
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There’s a razor-sharp attention to detail here. Elegant touches include the staff’s uniforms — courtesy of renowned fashion designer Lu Kun.Although the Shanghai restaurant is in a new, luxury hotel and serves exquisite cuisine, the prices can be quite reasonable, especially for lunch and weekend dim sum meals.The scene at T'ang Court is chic but subdued and the restaurant is quiet and serene. The tables are well positioned so the room isn’t silent, but you won’t hear too much chatter from your neighbors. Sitting in the plush dining chairs, you’d never know jam-packed business strip Huaihai Road was a stone’s throw away.Its elegant private dining rooms bring in the business crowds and offer views of Xintiandi and Taiping Lake. These are perfect for conducting meetings in a refined, comfortable and private space.
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