The way we ate(3)

Traditional heritage

Having tea in a restaurant while watching performances was formerly a daily pleasure for many Chinese people. And today, there are some venues prepared to recreate this experience for 21st-century diners.

Shunxing is a Sichuan-based restaurant franchise which set up its Shanghai branch in 2010.

At the entrance to the dining hall, customers are welcomed by the soothing sounds of a woman playing the guzheng (Chinese plucked zither) attired in traditional Chinese dress.

And each night from 7:30 pm on, the stage in this hall plays host to several performances, among them a kung fu tea show, a face-changing act, and some short comedy routines.

All of the performances are free and last for 40 minutes. The recommended dishes here include poached sliced pork leg with spicy sauce, pork ribs with Sichuan pepper, and stewed fish dressed with soy sauce.

Business hours: 9:30 am to 9 pm

Add: 1088 Yan'an Road West

延安西路1088号

Tel: 6213-8988