Basque cheesecake (巴斯克蛋糕) has become a staple in Shanghai — quickly evolving from a niche dessert trend into a go-to favorite across the city’s stylish, ever-changing café and bakery scene. Known for its signature “burnt” top and irresistibly gooey centre, the dessert has also inspired local chefs to get creative, adding unique twists along the way.
During our recent trip to Shanghai, we visited a range of cafés, bakeries, and dessert shops to find the ones doing Basque cheesecake best. Here are the best options you can easily access while touring the city.
1) UZU
A relatively new name on Shanghai’s café scene, UZU wins first impressions with its artisan coffee and thoughtfully brewed drinks. But it’s their dessert menu that keeps regulars coming back. They offer a lineup of homemade Basque cheesecakes in flavors like yuzu and chocolate — each baked to that perfect burnt-top, soft-centre style.
That said, the one that truly stole the spotlight was their roasted sweet potato Basque cheesecake (烤紅薯巴斯克). The flavor is rich and mildly sweet, with a texture that feels almost caramelized at the edges — comforting, indulgent, and very hard to share.
Address: Shop DL168, Pacific Xintandi Galleria, No.69 Ji An Lu, Huangpu District, Shanghai, China
上海市黄浦区吉安路69号一层DL168单元
Closest Metro Station: Laoximen (老西门)
Tel: +86 13611943531
2) Bebaked
Bebaked is a trendy, cozy bakery café on the hipster Yuyuan Road (愚園路), beloved for its artisanal pastries, gelato, and creative coffee creations. If you’re the type to follow the newest dessert buzz, this is one stop you won’t want to miss.
What sets their Basque cheesecake apart is how boldly they play with flavor. Recently, they introduced a Moutai Basque cheesecake (茅台巴斯克) — pairing the classic burnt-top, melty-centre style with the distinctive fragrance of Moutai wine. The result? A noticeably aromatic dessert with a lingering finish that keeps you thinking about it long after the last bite.
Address: House No.8, 1107 Yuyuan Road, Jiangsu Road Subdistrict, Changning District, Shanghai, China
上海市长宁区江苏路街道愚园路1107号8号楼
Closest Metro Station: Jiangsu Road (江苏路)
Tel: +86 13122092945
3) O’mills Sourdough Bakery & Bistro
Operating multiple locations across Shanghai including one at the Pudong Airport, O’Mills Sourdough Bakery & Bistro is a well-liked artisanal chain known for its “slow food” approach. They also cater to a wide range of dietary needs, with plenty of vegan, keto, and gluten-free options.
Their sweet potato Basque cheesecake (高山紅薯巴斯克) is one of the healthier picks for anyone craving a Basque-style treat without compromising on flavor. Expect the same creamy, molten centre and the signature deeply caramelized/burnt top that made Basque cheesecake famous — just with a comforting sweet potato twist that makes it feel lighter and more approachable.
Address: Shop 2B-18 (Near Gate D73), 3/F Pudong Airport Terminal 2 International Departure Floor, Shanghai, China
上海市浦东机场T2国际出发层3楼2B-18号店铺（近D73号登机口）
Tel: +86 18901969548
4) Files Dessert Lab
Files Dessert Lab is a solo passion project by Ivy Wang, a Le Cordon Bleu graduate. Known for creative, savory-sweet — and often luxuriously plated desserts, Chef Wang brings a distinctly high-end, chef-driven style to everything she bakes. Before starting her own venture, she worked at several top Michelin-starred restaurants in the UK, including The Square and Greenhouse, so her innovative approach is anything but accidental.
Chef Wang’s Basque cheesecakes at Files Dessert Lab are truly cutting edge. Expect unexpected flavor pairings like finger lime with Japanese yuzu, chocolate with red wine, and pumpkin with persimmon. If you’re looking for Basque cheesecake that feels fresh, experimental, and far from “standard,” this is the one.
Address: Shop 103, 1/F 1788 Plaza, 1818 West Nanjing Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai, China
上海市靜安区江南京西路1818号1788广场1楼103室
Closest Metro Station: Jing'an Temple (靜安寺)
Tel: +86 17274573457
On my recent trip to Shanghai, Le Jardin de Joël Robuchon stood out not just for its polished French identity, but also for how thoughtfully it’s expanded across the city. You can now find branches near the Bund (BFC), Xintiandi (K11), and East Nanjing Road (New World Daimaru) — and even Pudong International Airport has an outlet inside the food hall.
While the brand isn’t typically known for non-French dessert specialties, they’ve quietly added an impressive Citrus Basque cheesecake (橙香巴斯克) to their menu — made to satisfy cheesecake lovers with that unmistakable burnt-top, creamy-center magic, but with a bright citrus twist that feels light, refreshing, and surprisingly addictive.
Address: Shop S217A, Level 2 BFC, 600 East Zhongshan Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, China
上海市黄浦区中山东二路600号BFC外滩金融中心南区二层S217A单元
Tel: +86 18321860166
6) Baker & Spice
Baker & Spice is a well-regarded international bakery and café brand with operations across China, the Middle East, and beyond. In particular, it’s known for artisanal breads made with organic ingredients — and it’s become a go-to spot for travelers and locals alike.
In Shanghai, you can find it in convenient locations such as Shanghai Plaza, K11 Art Mall, and other popular shopping areas. With 60+ stores across major Chinese cities like Shanghai, Beijing, Chengdu, and Shenzhen, it’s also one of the easiest Basque cheesecake options to access during your trip.
Their Basque cheesecake is a standout for anyone who prefers a more classic style: expect a dense, custardy centre paired with a bittersweet finish from the deeply burnt, caramelized exterior. It’s rich, balanced, and absolutely perfect for purist Basque cheesecake lovers.
Address: Shop 117, Level 1 Lujiazui Center L+Mall, Pudong District, Shanghai, China
上海市浦东新区浦东南路899号陆家嘴中心1层117单元
Closest Metro Station: South Pudong Road (浦东南路)
Tel: +86 (021) 58956129
7) Whites
If you’re looking for one of the best-tasting Basque cheesecakes near The Bund, Whites is a spot that shouldn't be missed. It’s a popular coffee-and-dessert spot located at Bund Finance Center (BFC), just a few steps from Shanghai’s historic Huangpu Riverfront — a perfect base if you’re also planning to hop on a river cruise.
With its sleek, clean aesthetic and art-forward desserts, Whites is also great for that coveted Instagrammable moment. And most importantly, their Basque cheesecake delivers: classic caramelized top, fluffy custard-like centre, and a flavor that keeps you reaching back for “one more bite.”
Address: Shop B115, Level B1 BFC, 600 East Zhongshan Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, China
上海市黄浦区中山东二路600号BFC外滩金融中心南区B1层B115号铺
Tel: +86 15221535389
8) Café Bellagio
Tucked away on the second floor of Bellagio by MGM Shanghai on the Bund (上海外灘蘇寧寶麗嘉酒店), Café Bellagio has a dedicated dessert counter featuring a curated selection of exquisite sweets and seasonal treats.
Guests often flock to the caramel macarons and tiramisu, but their seriously underrated Basque cheesecake shines with a succulent, molten-style texture and a balanced cheese flavor — rich enough to feel indulgent, but not overly heavy.
It’s also super convenient if you’re exploring the Bund: just take a short stroll toward the North Bund.
Address: 188 Beisuzhou Road, Hongkou District, Shanghai, China
上海市虹口区北苏州路188号
Closest Metro Station: Tiantong Road (天潼路)
Tel: +86 (021) 3680-6666
9) Maison Kamado 窑滚
Maison Kamado (窑滚) is a beloved artisanal bakery chain that originally grew out of Nanjing, and has since built a big fanbase in cities across China.
One of the most convenient locations is inside L+Mall in Lujiazui (陸家嘴). Their standout is the signature Basque cheesecake (流心巴斯克), often praised for its soft, flowing texture and a savory-sweet flavor profile that feels more elevated than typical cheesecake flavors. It’s the kind of Basque cheesecake that hits that perfect balance of rich, creamy indulgence without being overly sweet.
Address: Shop LG25-B, Level LG Lujiazui Center L+Mall, Pudong District, Shanghai, China
上海市浦东新区陆家嘴L+Mall LG层 (地下一层) LG25-B单元
Closest Metro Station: South Pudong Road (浦东南路)
Tel: +86 18916113616
10) The Connie Hé Cake Shop
Connie He is a standout name in Shanghai’s dessert and baking scene, widely known for her Japanese pastry techniques. One of her most popular spots is her Yuyuan Road café, a frequently mentioned branch for its energetic weekend crowds.
While the menu features a range of stylish parfaits, the star for Basque cheesecake fans is her creamy milk skin Basque parfait. Instead of a traditional slice, this dessert delivers delicate, layered “milk skin” films (similar in spirit to Cantonese double-skin milk), paired with a rich burnt Basque-style cheesecake core and a crunchy touch of puff rice.
It’s a different take on Basque cheesecake — a totally different experience, served in a cup.
Address: No.48, 1088 Yuyuan Road, Changning District, Shanghai, China
上海市长宁区愚园路宏业花园1088弄48号105
Closest Metro Station: Jiangsu Road (江苏路)
Tel: +86 18016340648
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