Best Drunken Shrimp and Drunken Crab in Shanghai

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Xin Guang Jiu Jia is built for crab set meals, including wine-cured and shelled crab preparations. It is better for a planned crab dinner than a casual snack stop. — Tianjin Road

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17:00-18:30 in crab season; lunch is calmer outside September-November.

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Cheng Long Hang is a crab specialist where drunken crab, crab roe dishes, and full crab banquets are the reason to book. Staff can help crack and portion whole crab, which matters if this is your first hairy-crab meal. — Jiujiang Road

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11:30-13:00 or 17:30-19:00; reserve during September-November crab season.

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Yong Xing is useful when you want Ningbo-Shanghai seafood logic without a full crab-house commitment. Look for wine-cured shellfish, cold starters, and seasonal seafood rather than one single showpiece. — Huangpu

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17:30-19:00; South Shaanxi Road metro is the practical anchor.

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Kong Yi Ji leans Shaoxing wine-house, which makes it a logical stop for drunken crab and wine-cured cold dishes. Order conservatively if you are sensitive to alcohol-forward marinades. — Xuegong Street

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17:00-18:30; old-city lanes are easier before dinner crowds.

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Lu Bo Lang's formal Shanghai menu can cover drunken crab in season alongside dim sum and banquet dishes. Use it when you want the dish in a heritage setting and accept tourist-zone pricing. — Yu Garden

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11:00-12:00 or 17:00-18:00; weekday visits avoid the worst old-town crowds.

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Wang Bao He is one of Shanghai's classic crab houses, useful for drunken crab, steamed crab, and crab-heavy banquet dishes. Confirm seasonal prices before sitting down because the bill changes with crab size and roe. — Fuzhou Road

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11:00-13:00 or 17:00-20:00; book ahead in autumn.

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Hengshan Cafe is a local-style dining room for cold plates, braises, and seafood dishes where drunken crab can fit into a wider order. It is a good compromise when not everyone wants a crab-only meal. — Hengshan Road

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17:30-19:00; Hengshan Road metro keeps the approach simple.

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Yan Ting is the controlled-environment choice for travelers who want wine-cured crab or shrimp without old-shop friction. Expect higher spend, clearer service, and fewer surprises. — People's Square

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Dinner by reservation; People's Square metro is directly useful.

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