EHB

For my first meal after returning to China, I chose the Nordic restaurant EHB. The restaurant is located in a three-story building at No. 11 Dongping Road. It has a garden house and double Tuscan columns. The environment is excellent. The restaurant is located on the second and third floors. When I arrived at the building, there was a receptionist at the door to guide me all the way. I first tasted some snacks and wine on the second floor as an appetizer, and then moved to the third floor for the main meal. In general, the dishes are relatively novel and the products are relatively sophisticated, including tableware, ingredients, explanations, etc. The service is attentive, but the characteristics of Western restaurants are also obvious, that is, the waiting time is too long, the dining time is too long, and... Personally, I think the configuration of snacks is a bit too much. Of course, the price is not cheap. Although the restaurant has not yet been rated in Shanghai, the price is not negligent at all. Although it has been reduced compared to before, the per capita consumption of 3k is definitely the top 5 restaurant consumption.

The new Nordic Michelin three-star restaurant in Shanghai has a nice overall design and a great atmosphere for afternoon tea.

The environment is very good, the restaurant is stylish, and the international chef cooks the food himself. The taste is unforgettable.

This summer's scorching temperatures scorched Shanghai's high-end dining scene, even struggling under the heat. News of EHB's closure had long been circulating in the industry, and on September 1st, the day the legendary restaurant finally returned to the fold, the final word was revealed. At 11 Dongping Road in Shanghai, in a century-old building once embodying Nordic minimalist aesthetics and Eastern Zen sensibility, the one-Michelin-starred restaurant EHB officially announced that it would close its final dinner service on September 28th. The news sent shockwaves through the internet—this restaurant, once known for its "most expensive Nordic cuisine in Shanghai," where diners once demanded tables three months in advance and spent tens of thousands per person, had closed its doors just two years after earning its star. When it opened in 2023, EHB, with its per-person prices reaching 10,000 yuan, had set a new high for Shanghai's high-end dining scene, yet seats were still hard to come by. But now, with "refined poverty" becoming the new creed of young people and the "affordable alternative economy" sweeping the internet, the space for high-priced restaurants has been dramatically squeezed. One netizen quipped, "I used to be unable to afford it, but now I can't bear to eat it." Although EHB attempted to break through with its "Nordic terroir + Chinese inspiration" fusion cuisine, reviews were polarized. Some praised the "purity of the ingredients," while others complained that the "flavor was bland and unworthy of the price." In contrast, local high-end restaurants like Xin Rong Ji and Yong Fu have secured a stable position thanks to their more down-to-earth seasoning and consistent quality. EHB's closure is not an isolated case. In 2023, UV Restaurant, which charged 6,000 yuan per person, ceased operations; in 2024, several Black Pearl restaurants quietly reduced prices or restructured. Industry insiders bluntly stated, "The golden age of high-end dining is over." On September 28th, EHB will hold its final dinner. 💬 Is the downturn in high-end dining a temporary blip or an irreversible decline? Leave a comment: Which "internet-famous restaurant" do you think will be the next to close in Shanghai? #MichelinRestaurant #FineDining #ShanghaiRestaurantRecommendations

Shanghai's historic villas bear witness not only to the city's history but also to its diverse culinary culture. This article features five Western-style restaurants in these historic villas, showcasing both historical heritage and quality, offering a glimpse into the depths of time and the culinary world. 1️⃣EHB The first overseas location of Maaemo, a Norwegian Michelin-starred restaurant, is housed in a single-family villa on Dongping Road. Its three floors offer a distinct spatial layout: the first floor houses the Tearoom by EHB, while the second and third floors house the EHB restaurant. The chef blends Nordic style with local elements, drawing inspiration from Chinese cuisine while incorporating Norwegian ingredients. 2️⃣Scilla Headed by Shanghai's star Italian chef, Scilla is nestled in an Art Deco-style villa. With its fluttering tablecloths and vintage brick and wood construction, it evokes a Tuscan holiday afternoon. 3️⃣Ōrtensia The restaurant is a collaboration between founder Xu Zhengyuan, who founded the restaurant in Shanghai in 1996, and Japanese one-star chef Terumitsu Saito. Shikumen architecture meets modern French design. The restaurant's contrasting yellow, green, red, and brown colors echo the hydrangea theme, creating an immersive experience of a vibrant, floral space. 4️⃣Villa Le Bec 321 A legendary French restaurant nestled in Xinhua Road's "most beautiful single-family garden villa." The 800-square-meter Jade Garden, adorned with vintage photos and retro decor, exudes an elegant and romantic Parisian ambiance. Classic French cuisine paired with the chef's meticulous craftsmanship makes it a must-try for connoisseurs of French cuisine. 5️⃣SILEX Flintstone Restaurant Tucked away in a villa on Hengshan Road, the restaurant utilizes sustainable organic ingredients and creates dishes inspired by a fusion of Eastern and Western influences. RIVA furniture and imported Japanese and French tableware enhance the dining experience, while the space's design echoes the building's history, creating a warm and natural atmosphere.