Shanghai 1814

4.7

853 Reviews

£41 and over

Shanghainese

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2 people

Mar 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 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.

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 853 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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 impresses with "beautiful setting," "exceptional food," and "friendly, attentive staff." Guests rave about its "amazing atmosphere" and "sumptuous decor," making it a top choice for special occasions. While some mention high prices, the quality, presentation, and service ensure a memorable dining experience. Highly recommended!

853 Reviews

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Adam
Hampshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food and service! Will definitely be back
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cheryl
Dorset
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Normally very good but disappointing pork dish and no cake for our birthday celebrations.
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Sommer
Hampshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loveliest staff and lovely food!! Will be back thank you!!
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Gabrielle
Hampshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great from the food to the service to the atmosphere. Will definitely be returning back!
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Jeff
Gloucestershire
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely evening with good food and service, thank you.
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Graham
Buckinghamshire
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely place. Food is ok, nothing special. The price is astronomical. 2 people no alcohol £120.
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Gillian
Hampshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is an amazing place to eat. Definitely worth the money went for my birthday and it was great!
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Sophie
Berkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing time again, third time going from afar. Amazing server! So helpful kind and funny x
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Mark
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the food, our favourite restaurant in the south coast.
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Stella
Hampshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very beautiful evening to celebrate Valentines Day with my partner! Everything was delicious and the atmosphere was very nice! Thank you
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Shanghai 1814 is rated 4.7 stars by 853 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

Mar 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 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

Shanghai 1814

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Additional information

Experiences

Sharing Menu

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What 853 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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