Xuji Seafood (Xuhui)

Verdict: A Michelin-recognised seafood address worth booking for the right occasion

Xuji Seafood in Xuhui is worth your time if you are serious about Chinese seafood dining and want a Michelin Plate-level experience at ¥¥¥ pricing. Two consecutive Michelin Plate recognitions (2024 and 2025) confirm it is operating to a consistent standard that puts it well above the average seafood house in Shanghai. That said, it sits on the second floor of 838 Huangpi South Road in Huangpu, which means it lacks the street-level visibility of some competitors — useful context if you are navigating the area for the first time. For explorers who want depth in their Chinese seafood experience and are willing to put in a little research, this is a direct yes.

Portrait: What to Expect at Xuji Seafood (Xuhui)

The Michelin Plate designation — awarded for good cooking at a consistent level, not just an encouraging mention , tells you something concrete about Xuji Seafood's position in Shanghai's dining scene. In a city where Chinese seafood restaurants range from Cantonese live-tank operations to high-end Zhejiang-style preparations, holding that recognition across two consecutive guides means the kitchen is not coasting. Shanghai's Xuhui and Huangpu districts host a dense cluster of serious Chinese restaurants, and this address sits within reach of both the older lanes of the French Concession and the broader dining corridor along Huangpu Road.

The price tier at ¥¥¥ places Xuji Seafood in Shanghai's mid-to-upper bracket for Chinese dining , comparable to [Cheng Long Xing Xie WangFu](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/cheng-long-xing-xie-wangfu-shanghai-restaurant) and [Xin Guang](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/xin-guang-shanghai-restaurant), both of which operate in the same seafood and Chinese-focused tier. You are not paying for spectacle or a trophy address, but the Michelin Plate signals you are paying for cooking quality. For the explorer diner who wants to build a picture of Shanghai's serious Chinese seafood scene alongside stops at places like [Taian Table](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/taian-table-shanghai-restaurant) for modern European contrast, Xuji fits naturally into a multi-meal itinerary.

Because specific room layout data is not available in Pearl's current record for this venue, it is worth contacting them directly before a group visit to clarify whether a private or semi-private dining arrangement is possible. In the broader Shanghai Chinese seafood category, venues at this tier commonly offer private room options for business meals and family celebrations , it is a feature worth confirming rather than assuming. A group booking here, if private space is available, would likely represent strong value at ¥¥¥ versus the ¥¥¥¥ ask at [Fu He Hui](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/fu-he-hui-shanghai-restaurant), which operates in a different cuisine segment entirely. For a comparison at the same price tier with a Chinese focus, [Royal China Club](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/royal-china-club) offers a point of reference, though it leans Cantonese where Xuji is a seafood specialist.

Shanghai's seafood dining culture rewards diners who approach it with curiosity. The city draws ingredients from coastal Zhejiang and Jiangsu provinces, and the leading kitchens in this category handle live and fresh-catch product with a precision that reflects significant sourcing relationships. Xuji's Michelin Plate consistency suggests the kitchen is working at that level. For context on how China's leading seafood and Chinese restaurant tiers compare across cities, [Xin Rong Ji in Beijing](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/xin-rong-ji-xinyuan-south-road-beijing-restaurant), [Xin Rong Ji in Chengdu](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/xin-rong-ji-chengdu-restaurant), and [Ru Yuan in Hangzhou](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/ru-yuan-hangzhou-restaurant) offer useful benchmarks for what Michelin-recognised Chinese seafood and regional cooking looks like beyond Shanghai. Further afield, [Chef Tam's Seasons in Macau](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/chef-tams-seasons-macau-restaurant) and [Imperial Treasure Fine Chinese Cuisine in Guangzhou](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/imperial-treasure-fine-chinese-cuisine-guangzhou-restaurant) round out the regional picture for serious diners building a broader itinerary.

Booking at Xuji Seafood is rated Easy, which is a meaningful signal in a city where the most-talked-about tables require planning weeks in advance. You should not need to scramble for a reservation, though calling ahead remains advisable for groups or if you have a specific dining time in mind. The L207 designation in the address points to a second-floor location , allow a moment to orientate on arrival. Pearl's [full Shanghai restaurants guide](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/shanghai) covers the broader landscape if you are building a multi-night itinerary, and the [Shanghai hotels guide](https://www.joinpearl.co/hotels/shanghai), [bars guide](https://www.joinpearl.co/bars/shanghai), [wineries guide](https://www.joinpearl.co/wineries/shanghai), and [experiences guide](https://www.joinpearl.co/experiences/shanghai) are useful companions for planning the full trip.

If your interest extends to seafood-focused dining beyond China, Pearl covers venues like [Gambero Rosso in Marina di Gioiosa Ionica](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/gambero-rosso-marina-di-gioiosa-ionica-restaurant) and [Alici Restaurant on the Amalfi Coast](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/alici-restaurant-amalfi-coast-restaurant) for a sense of how different seafood traditions compare internationally. Closer to home, [Dai Yuet Heen in Nanjing](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/dai-yuet-heen-nanjing-restaurant) is worth noting for anyone extending their China travels.

Ratings & Recognition

• Michelin Plate , 2025
• Michelin Plate , 2024
• Google rating: 4.7 (based on available reviews)

Booking & Practical Details

Booking difficulty is Easy, which sets Xuji Seafood apart from the harder-to-access tables in Shanghai's Michelin-recognised tier. No booking method, phone, or website is listed in Pearl's current record , your leading approach is to search for the venue directly or ask your hotel concierge to assist. The address is 838 Huangpi South Road (South), second floor (L207), Huangpu, Shanghai, postcode 200020. Dress code data is not confirmed, but at ¥¥¥ with Michelin recognition, smart casual is a reliable default. Hours are not confirmed in Pearl's current data; verify before visiting to avoid a wasted trip.

How It Compares

See comparison section below.

Also in Shanghai's Chinese Dining Scene

• [102 House (Cantonese)](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/102-house-shanghai-restaurant)
• [Xin Guang](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/xin-guang-shanghai-restaurant)
• [Fu He Hui (Vegetarian)](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/fu-he-hui-shanghai-restaurant)
• [Cheng Long Xing Xie WangFu](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/cheng-long-xing-xie-wangfu-shanghai-restaurant)
• [Taian Table (Modern European, Innovative)](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/taian-table-shanghai-restaurant)

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Xuji Seafood (Xuhui) worth the price? At ¥¥¥, yes , two Michelin Plate recognitions in consecutive years confirm the kitchen is earning its price tier. You get Michelin-validated seafood cooking without the ¥¥¥¥ ask of venues like Fu He Hui, though that venue operates in a different cuisine segment. For Chinese seafood at this price level in Shanghai, Xuji competes well.
• Is the tasting menu worth it at Xuji Seafood (Xuhui)? Tasting menu availability is not confirmed in Pearl's data. If a set menu is offered, the Michelin Plate track record suggests it will reflect the kitchen's strengths. Confirm directly when booking.
• Is Xuji Seafood (Xuhui) good for a special occasion? It is a solid choice at ¥¥¥ with Michelin recognition behind it , the cooking standard is confirmed, which matters for occasions where reliability counts. Whether a private room is available for larger celebrations is worth verifying before you commit, as Pearl's current data does not confirm room configuration.
• Is Xuji Seafood (Xuhui) good for solo dining? Chinese seafood restaurants at this tier tend to be more rewarding with a group, since many dishes are designed for sharing and pricing is often per-table rather than per-head. Solo dining is not ruled out, but you will get more from the menu with two or more diners.
• Can I eat at the bar at Xuji Seafood (Xuhui)? Bar seating is not confirmed in Pearl's data. At a Chinese seafood restaurant in this category, bar dining is less common than at Western-format venues. Contact the restaurant directly to ask about counter or bar seating options.
• What should I wear to Xuji Seafood (Xuhui)? No dress code is specified in Pearl's record. At ¥¥¥ with Michelin Plate status in Shanghai, smart casual is the right default. You will not be out of place in neat, put-together clothes; overly casual attire (shorts, sportswear) is worth avoiding.
• What are alternatives to Xuji Seafood (Xuhui) in Shanghai? For Chinese seafood at a similar price tier, Cheng Long Xing Xie WangFu is worth considering. For Cantonese at ¥¥¥, Ming Court and Royal China Club are peer references. If you want to step up in cuisine ambition, Fu He Hui at ¥¥¥¥ is the vegetarian high-water mark in the city. For a lower price point and a change of cuisine, Polux at ¥¥ handles French cooking well. See Pearl's full Shanghai restaurants guide for the complete picture.