Bakery La Parisienne

La Parisienne has long been considered one of Shanghai’s finest French bakeries—a place where the aroma of freshly baked bread and buttery viennoiseries transports you straight to a Parisian café.
The original Zhangyang Road location, tucked near the Huangpu River promenade and a ferry dock, feels like a hidden gem. It’s a popular pit stop for cyclists on weekend rides, with a sun-drenched outdoor terrace that fills quickly. Inside, the space is clean, bright, and comfortably furnished, with free water and a relaxed vibe that encourages lingering over coffee.
Among pastries, the almond croissant is a must-try: generously filled, fragrant, and perfectly baked. The pain au chocolat, lemon tart, and palmier (butterfly pastry) are also local favorites. For those with a sweet tooth, the pistachio choux and éclairs deliver the same precision you’d expect from a top Parisian pâtisserie.