Mesa Alegre · Happy Table
Western cuisine · ⭐ 4.7
Building 3, 1st Floor, Unit L1-12a, No. 268 Ruining Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shanghai, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Building 3, 1st Floor, Unit L1-12a, No. 268 Ruining Road. It is a Western cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Original Basque Cake, Finger Cauliflower, Warm Seafood Salad.
This is not a typical Chinese restaurant. Some dishes may be localized adaptations of Western cuisine, so check ingredients and flavors before ordering.
If you do not eat pork, make sure to use Dragon Mate voice to clearly tell the staff “no pork” before ordering.
Restaurant guide
- City: Shanghai
- Category: Western cuisine
- Rating: 4.7
- Address: Building 3, 1st Floor, Unit L1-12a, No. 268 Ruining Road
- Popular dishes: Original Basque Cake, Finger Cauliflower, Warm Seafood Salad, Ham and Cheese Meatballs, Fried Pig Ear
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Dishes
Original Basque CakeOriginal Basque cheesecake is a creamy cake from Spain, made with cream cheese, eggs, sugar, and whipped cream. Mix ingredients, pour into a mold, bake at high heat until the surface is slightly charred and the inside remains soft and moist. It has rich dairy aroma and a delicate texture.- Finger CauliflowerA healthy dish made with cauliflower cut into finger-like pieces, lightly cooked and seasoned with garlic, olive oil, and salt.
Warm Seafood SaladWarm seafood salad is made with fresh shrimp, crab meat, and shellfish, combined with lettuce, cucumber, and other vegetables, and dressed with a special sauce. It has a refreshing taste and is suitable for summer.
Ham and Cheese MeatballsHam and cheese meatballs are made by mixing pork mince with diced ham and cheese, forming into balls, and pan-frying until golden brown for a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Fried Pig EarA crispy snack made by frying sliced, seasoned pig ears. Popular in Chinese cuisine for its savory and spicy flavor.- Grilled CuttlefishGrilled cuttlefish is a dish made by marinating fresh cuttlefish and grilling it over charcoal, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior.
- Grilled Sweet Bamboo Shoots with MenudoA Japanese-inspired dish featuring grilled sweet bamboo shoots paired with menudo (salted cod roe), offering a savory and slightly spicy flavor with a crisp texture.
- Grilled Enoki MushroomGrilled enoki mushroom is a delicacy made by marinating fresh enoki mushrooms and roasting them until tender and aromatic, often served as a side dish or appetizer.
Jade Vegetable SaladA refreshing salad made with fresh jade vegetables and other crisp vegetables, dressed with a light vinaigrette or sesame sauce.
Crispy ChickenCrispy Chicken is a dish made by marinating and air-drying a whole chicken before roasting it at high temperature to achieve a golden, crunchy skin and tender meat inside.
Crispy Eggplant with Foie Gras CrumbsCrispy eggplant slices coated in batter and fried, served with delicate foie gras crumbs for a rich, savory flavor.
Spanish Seafood PaellaSpanish seafood paella is a dish made with rice as the main ingredient, combined with seafood such as shrimp, mussels, and squid, along with vegetables like onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers, cooked in broth or seafood stock. The preparation begins by sautéing onions and vegetables until fragrant, then adding rice and stir-frying, followed by incorporating the seafood and seasonings to simmer until fully cooked.
Crispy Fried Shrimp with Sour and Spicy SauceCrispy fried shrimp with sour and spicy sauce is a dish made with small shrimp that are marinated, coated in flour, and deep-fried until golden and crispy, served with a specially made sour and spicy sauce. Main ingredients include shrimp and seasonings, with preparation methods including marinating, frying, and making the sauce.
Sautéed Small Gun SquidSautéed small gun squid is a dish made with fresh small gun squid, marinated and then sautéed. It has a tender texture and a subtle fragrance.