Shanghai 1814

4.7

871 Reviews

£41 and over

Shanghainese

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2 people

Apr 2, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Good for groups

Shanghai 1814 is an exceptional destination restaurant in an iconic listed building in the heart of Southampton. You won’t have experienced anything quite like it. This is where East meets West in a cacophony of flavour, style, colour and vibrancy. Shanghai 1814 is so-called as the owner’s ancestors opened their first restaurant in Shanghai in 1814 – the time of the Qing Dynasty, China’s final imperial dynasty.

This combination of traditional European architecture with exuberant Chinese interior design is dynamic and exciting. Welcome to Shanghai 1814 and enjoy the ultimate dining experience.

Wow-factor interiors are decadent and glamorous, draped in dazzling chandeliers and adorned with cherry blossom. The menus feature contemporary Chinese dishes that are fresh and flavoursome, created by a Chef who previously worked at Michelin-starred Hakkasan in London’s Mayfair.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Shanghainese
Hours of operation
Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 am Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
023 8033 0888
Website
https://www.shanghai1814.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
private events information pls email to info@1814.co.uk

Location
Shanghai 1814, 165 High Street, Southampton, Southampton SO14 2DH
Neighborhood
Southampton
Parking details
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Sharing Menu
Multiple dates available
Parties of over six guests are required to order from our sharing menu on Fridays on Saturdays. For bookings in December we require an order from one of our festive sharing menus. Please see the below links for full menu details. We will require credit/debit card details to secure this booking. Cards will not be charged apart from in the event of a no-show or a cancellation or reduction to party size with under 48 hours notice. Sharing menu: https://www.shanghai1814.co.uk/_files/ugd/357922_b8653f25a2aa462a8b2516bcf62bfe51.pdf Festive sharing menus: https://www.shanghai1814.co.uk/_files/ugd/357922_0c25d42d82a448089258ad9b22008aac.pdf Please also view full terms and conditions here: https://www.shanghai1814.co.uk/terms-and-conditions

What 871 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Hampshire
Best Ambiance
Hampshire
Great for creative cocktails
Hampshire
Romantic
Hampshire
Good for special occasions
Hampshire
Lively
Hampshire
Most Booked
Southampton
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Shanghai 1814 in Southampton offers an exquisite dining experience with consistently "amazing food," "attentive staff," and a "beautiful atmosphere." Known for its "stunning" decor and "generous portions," this first-class Chinese restaurant is perfect for special occasions. Guests frequently praise the "exceptional service" and "delicious" cocktails, making it highly recommended.

871 Reviews

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Carol
Dorset2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a lovely lunch with my sisters to celebrate a birthday. We had excellent service, food was great and arrived promptly. We chose from the lunchtime fixed menu which is excellent value. Our waiter was very attentive and refilled our water glasses many times. We were even presented with a free desert plus candle for our birthday girl. Will definitely come again.
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Mike
Hampshire11 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently excellent experience - food, service et al.
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deneica
London3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had a lovely dining experience today! The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home from the moment we walked in. The food was delightful, with a great variety of flavors that left us satisfied. Overall, it was a wonderful meal, and I can’t wait to return! Highly recommend for anyone looking for a warm atmosphere and tasty dishes.
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Brian
London6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Took my mum for Mother’s Day and the staff could not have been nicer and more patient. The food was excellent (as always) and my espresso martini was really well done to finish off a lovely meal.
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David
Jersey13 reviews
3.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was great, but the duck was cold by the time we'd eaten the mixed platter. Asked if we wanted a 15 minute break between starters and the main course we said yes. 5 minutes later the main course arrived
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Tina
Hampshire1 review
5.0
Dined on March 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the moment we walked in, the experience was nothing short of exceptional. The service was top-notch—friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. Every dish was a highlight! The ambience tied it all together—warm, welcoming, and tastefully designed. Whether you’re going for a special occasion or a casual night out, this place is a gem. Highly recommend!
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Harry
London8 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing meal and experience, very quick service and friendly staff
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Graham
Isle of Wight2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our second visit to this restaurant and once again very impressed with the service, delicious food and surroundings. Very friendly professional staff.
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Jill
Isles of Scilly2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I found this place on Google, I had no prior knowledge but WOW what a gem. Fa ukous food and ambience. Service was exemplary.
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Wayne
Cornwall1 review
5.0
Dined on March 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A return visit and it was as good as our previous ones. Great food and service
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Shanghai 1814 is rated 4.7 stars by 871 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Apr 2, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Shanghai 1814, 165 High Street, Southampton, Southampton SO14 2DH

Additional information

Neighborhood
Southampton
Hours of operation
Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 am Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Shanghainese
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.shanghai1814.co.uk/
Phone number
023 8033 0888
Private party facilities
private events information pls email to info@1814.co.uk

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