Manteigaria (Hong Kong, CHINA) ★★★★☆

I’m back at Manteigaria for the first time since they debuted in Hong Kong back in June. The artisan bakery from Portugal, who has gained a loyal fanbase over the years, opened its first store in Hong Kong near The Central Market (中環街市), and I was on hand during its first week of operation to get my first taste of their signature pastel de nata. 

I brought some home for my team, and they just love the texture of the vanilla-infused egg custard and the crisp but slightly chewy shell. So, I wrote it down as a note to myself — a return visit is a must.

And return I did in August — but not to their Hong Kong outpost. Instead, I went to their branch in the heart of Paris, just steps from our apartment hotel during our stay in Paris. The textures and flavors were exactly how I remembered them from June.

Here in Hong Kong, it looks like the price has gone up a little since my first visit (now $15 each), but the flavors remain top-notch.

While Hongkongers might find it a little too sweet for their liking, I love the hint of vanilla and cinnamon. It makes it unique from the local egg tarts.

Food Rating: 7/10

Price: $$$

Address: Shop B G/F, Man Hing Commercial Building, 79-83 Queen's Road Central, Central, Hong Kong

Closest Metro Station: Central

Tel: +852 6336-5059

Website: https://www.instagram.com/manteigaria.hk/?hl=en

Opening Hours: 10:00am - 8:00pm daily

Doughman Bakery & Coffee Tsuen Wan (Hong Kong, CHINA) ★★★☆☆

Little nugget is an absolute sucker for mango pomelo sago cream (楊枝甘露) so when I saw on the social media that Doughman Bakery is launching a limited-time only mango pomelo sago danish (楊枝甘露丹麥酥), I knew I had to get one for him.

Interestingly, it is only available at their Tsuen wan outpost but not their original Lai chi Kok flagship.

With this price tag, I knew immediately that it’s going to be a pretty tough sell.

Mango pomelo sago danish (楊枝甘露丹麥酥) ($33) — I joked with little guy that this looked and tasted a bit more like a Chinese youtiao.

I was hoping it would be rich and buttery, with a delicate, flaky crust but that wasn’t entirely the case. At the same time, the mango pomelo sago cream custard was way too artificial, lacking the freshness and fruitiness I was hoping for.

Like Jelloman said, it’s much less refined than any artisanal baked goods from the shop. They tried too hard to make this work.

Food Rating: 5/10

Price: $$$

Address: Shop 208-212, 2/F, Tsuen Kam Centre, 300-350 Castle Peak Road, Tsuen Wan, NT, Hong Kong

Closest Metro Station: Tsuen Wan

Opening Hours: 8:00am - 8:30pm daily

Santa Nata (Hong Kong, CHINA) ★★★★☆

The acclaimed Santa Nata from London has opened its first Asian venture in Central this July. Known for its 300-year-old traditional monastery recipe for making Pastel de Nata (Portuguese egg tarts), the brand has added an exciting twist to the local food scene just after Lisbon-based Manteigaria was welcomed here last month.

The shop features an open kitchen, allowing customers to watch their pastry chefs work diligently behind the scenes.

Pastel de Nata ($14) — This was noticeably less sweet than the ones from Manteigaria or those we’ve tasted in Portugal. Perhaps the recipe has been finely tuned to better suit local palates?

What I enjoyed most was the flaky pastry shell and the caramelized custard centre, infused with vanilla, cinnamon, and lemon zest. Overall, the flavor is gentler on the palate, thanks to its subtler sweetness.

Verdict:

Known for my seriously spoiled sweet tooth, I would say the Pastel de Nata from Santa Nata and Manteigaria are equally delicious. The difference really comes down to preference: do you like it sweeter (more authentic) or slightly less sweet (more healthy)?

Food Rating: 7/10

Price: $$$

Address: G/F, 25-27 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, Hong Kong

Closest Metro Station: Central

Tel: +852 3594-5724

Opening Hours: 8:00am - 9:00pm daily

Bäckerei Konditorei Wolf Steingasse (Augsburg, GERMANY) ★★★☆☆

Bäckerei Konditorei Wolf is a traditional bakery and confectionery chain that originated in Augsburg, with roots dating back to 1655. With over 30 branches these days, it feels like they’re in every corner of Augsburg (Augsburg is not that big). In fact, when we arrived, we quickly ran into two branches, and this one is just a short walk from Rathausplatz.

We decided to go inside to check out some baked goods for tomorrow’s breakfast, and there were some great selections available.

If we hadn’t been on such a tight schedule, it would have been nice to sit down for a sip of coffee at their café, but we had dinner already lined up within the next hour.

Wolf-Krapfe — One of the bakery's signature item.

The traditional German equivalent of an American donut, this had a similar pillowy texture but was filled with house-made currant-raspberry jam (Johannisbeer-Himbeer-Konfitüre), from which all seeds have been manually strained. I thought it was pretty decent. Compared to the American version, it was less sweet and had a more noticeable, eggy flavor.

Dinner was next, and we have another German meal lined up for tonight. It may very well be our last one on this trip, as my team hasn’t been particularly impressed with German cuisine so far.

Food Rating: 5.4/10

Price: €€

Address: Steingasse 8, 86150 Augsburg, Germany

Tel: +49 821 151514

Website: https://www.baeckerei-wolf.de/

Opening Hours: 7:00am - 7:00pm (Sun - Thu), 7:00am - 8:00pm (Fri - Sat)

Ben's Cookies Shinsaibashi (Osaka, JAPAN) ★★★★☆

One of the reasons we kept coming back to Shinsaibashi for during our stay in Osaka was the familiarity of the names — everything from Mugi to Tori (麥×鷄) to Krispy Kreme and the next place, Ben’s Cookies.

The cookie display and that sweet, buttery aroma always made it impossible for me to walk past the shop without going in.

In the end, I treated myself to two cookies for my afternoon snacks.

One important fact about enjoying Ben’s Cookies is that you really have to eat them fresh (pretty much true for any freshly baked cookie).

What set these apart from the competitors was the thick, soft, gooey center, packed with large, melting chunks of chocolate. The Double Chocolate cookie was the best way to experience those massive chocolate pieces — because they basically pool inside the cookie.

My other favorite is the White Chocolate cookie, preferably with macadamia nuts. Unfortunately, only the one without the nuts was available this afternoon.

Again, it came with an incredibly light texture and almost too wobbly to hold up.

I thought I made the right choice to enjoy these before meeting up with the team so this way, I didn't have to hide them from little nugget who's a fan of Ben's Cookies too. 😆😆

Price: ￥￥￥

Address: 2-2-21 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka, 542-0085 Japan

Closest Metro Station: Shinsaibashi 

Tel: +81 (0)6 6755-8875

Website: https://www.benscookies-jp.com/

Opening Hours: 11:30am - 9:00pm daily

Charmi Shenzhen Bay MixC 深圳灣萬象城店 (Shenzhen, CHINA) ★★★★☆

We’re back in Shenzhen’s Nanshan district for a couple of hours of pickleball this morning. It was a ton of fun. I was surprised the kids held their own for much of the game.

After the game, we took a cab to Shenzhen Bay MixC (深圳灣萬象城) looking for a light meal. There were enough dining options at the luxurious mall to feed us for a month, but Jelloman explicitly pointed out that she wanted something light at Charmi so without hesitation, we headed straight for Pink Street (粉紅大街), a trendy avenue full of shopping and dining options inside the mall.

Once everyone got settled, it was time to check out the bakery goods available today. And there were some new creations we hadn’t seen on our last visit. 

It was stuff like this brioche with Italian meatballs and fish-fragrant eggplant (意式肉丸魚香茄子包) that kept us coming back for more.

Mugwort red bean sea salt roll (艾草紅豆海鹽卷) (¥18) — A local twist on the Japanese butter and red bean baguette we grew to love during our Japan trips. These weren’t bad, but for them to really work, the brioche needs to be a little firmer —something that can actually stand up to a thick slab of butter and red bean paste. And this one failed in that regard.

Truffle mushroom chicken confit egg danish (松露蘑菇雞油封蛋丹麥) (¥28) — Much better than sea salt roll I thought.

Inside the flaky crust, there were diced chicken and mushroom, all drizzled with a delicate cream sauce and finished off nicely with a subtle hint of truffle. The shaved Parmesan and confit egg topping didn’t really distribute enough to make a big flavor impact, but overall it was a solid danish.

We’re planning to have hotpot dinner in a few hours, so not surprisingly, the daddies all got a memo from top management (the wives!) advising us not to have too much food here. Of course, we’re all well-trained to follow orders from top management.

Food Rating: 6.4/10

Price: ¥¥¥

Address: Shop B1-40, Pink Street, Shenzhen Bay MixC, 3213 Keyuan South Road, Nanshan district, Guangzhou, China

深圳市南山区深圳湾万象城B区粉红大街B1层B1-40号铺

Closest Metro Station: Houhai (后海)

Tel: +86 18028704994

Opening Hours: 10:00am - 10:00pm daily

Map: https://j.map.baidu.com/06/05nM

Cheesy The Goat 自私蛋糕 (Hong Kong, CHINA) ★★★★☆

My quest for the best cheesecakes and the most bizarre flavored one in Hong Kong has taken me through the social media of some of the most popular online cake shops. There are some really interesting flavors out there.

One of the most bizarre (or interesting, depending on how you look at it) cheesecake options I came across was the mentaiko cheesecake (明太子芝士蛋糕) from Cheesy The Goat (自私蛋糕), an online cake shop focused solely on cheesecakes.

So, I decided to order one of Cheesy The Goat’s cheesecakes for our indulgence this week. While the mentaiko cheesecake received a lot of serious consideration, a creamy savory dessert sounded like a pretty filling late-night snack. Onto our second choice: an Oreo cheesecake (焗曲奇芝士蛋糕). That would make a bit more sense as a sweet treat.

This is Cheesy The Goat’s Oreo cheesecake 2.0. From what I’ve heard, it’s a step up from its original Fish Glue Jelly Oreo Cheesecake.

The refined version features a top layer made from crushed Oreo cookie crumbs.

The middle is a creamy Oreo cheesecake filling, and the base a baked, crisp Oreo cookie crust. Although it’s “just Oreo” from top to bottom, the different layers with slightly different textures give the dessert another dimension. The only thing I didn’t like was the light whipped cream underneath the crushed Oreo cookies. It felt a bit pointless when you already have all those creamy Oreo layers right under.

Next up, savory mentaiko cheesecake. Bring it on!

P.S.  Cheesy The Goat has 7 pickup spots across Kowloon, Hong Kong Island, and the New Territories, making their cheesecakes much more accessible than those with conventional physical stores.

Food Rating: 6.7/10

Price: $$$$

Tel: +852 9759-1676

Website: https://cheesythegoat.com/

Instagram: Cheesy_The_Goat

Baking & Co. (Shenzhen, CHINA) ★★★★☆

Baking & Co. is an artisan bakery café at RAIL-IN (睿印) Shopping Mall in Shenzhen’s Nanshan District, where baked goods are made fresh on-site in small batches to keep everything at its peak. While they don’t have a huge variety of products, their bread and cakes have quietly built a loyal following over the past few months thanks to consistently high quality.

I ended up dropping by the bakery just before heading to the rapid train station to see what they have in store for me. Not surprisingly, a lot of their items were already sold out leaving empty shelves everywhere inside the shop.

Well, almost everywhere except for their cake counter.

Baking & Co. offers two types of cakes only: a range of chiffon cakes and Basque burnt cheesecakes. I was eyeing their Basque cheesecake all the way. 

Sea salt pistachio strawberry Basque cheesecake (海鹽開心果草莓巴斯克) (¥38) — 

While their yuzu matcha Basque cheesecake gets most of the attention for its intensely rich matcha flavor, I decided to go in a different direction this afternoon.

Sea salt pistachio strawberry Basque cheesecake delivered a really bold pistachio flavor. The combination of roasted pistachios, homemade strawberry jam, and kiri cream cheese added a lovely contrast in both texture and taste, with everything working together to balance the richness of the cheesecake. I’ll definitely be back for one of these again soon.

Food Rating: 6.3/10

Price: ¥¥¥

Address: Shop B216, Level B2F, RAIL-IN Mall, Nanshan district, Guangzhou, China

深圳市南山区深圳湾睿印负2层B216店铺

Closest Metro Station: Hongshuwan (紅樹灣) / Hongshuwan South (紅樹灣南)

Tel: +86 13049430150

Opening Hours: 8:30am - 10:00pm (Mon - Thu), 8:30am - 10:30pm (Fri - Sun)

Map: https://j.map.baidu.com/bf/wDAM

Doughman Bakery & Coffee LCK (Hong Kong, CHINA) ★★★★☆

Dubai chocolate — the viral, high-end confection loved for its velvety pistachio–tahini center and crunchy, toasted kataifi — has swept the internet and the world by storm since it first surged in popularity in late 2023.

It hasn’t stayed limited to the original bar, either. Across Asia, there have been countless “Dubai chocolate” variations, each one featuring that signature pistachio–tahini pairing in a fresh, unique format.

I bet it’s been around for a while, but I only finally noticed this chocolate pistachio crispies croissant at my neighborhood bakery tonight — Doughman Bakery & Coffee. Of course, I wasted no time bringing one home as a late-night snack.

I have to admit, this was a little heavy as a late-night snack. And the fact that the centre of the croissant was completely filled rich pistachio ganache and toasted kataifi made it even indulgent!

That said, for someone who absolutely loves chocolate and pistachio, this was a perfect take on Dubai chocolate. It has truly transformed an ordinary croissant into something far more luxurious.

Food Rating: 6.9/10

Price: $$$

Address: G/F 10 Cheung Yi Street, Cheung Lung Industrial Building, Cheung Sha Wan, Hong Kong

Closest Metro Station: Lai Chi Kok

Tel: +852 3741-0111

Opening Hours: 7:30am - 8:00pm (Mon - Fri), 8:30am - 8:30pm (Sat), 9:00am - 8:30pm (Sat)

Friendship Market Admiralty Station (Hong Kong, CHINA) ★★★★☆

Friendship Market is a popular modern Western bakery brand in Hong Kong. As I’ve been told by my personal assistant (AI), it’s a vibrant spin-off of Fresh Fresh Bakery, an online cake shop known for its 3D cakes and handmade cookies though I couldn’t find the exact connection from the web (except from IG).

With branches in areas like Tsim Sha Tsui and Lohas Park, Friendship Market has built a reputation for its cute, trendy aesthetic, playful packaging, and innovative, on-trend baked goods — plus the convenient locations.

This afternoon, while strolling along the island side, I finished my Basque cheesecake at JOM and was on my way home… but the cute mini donuts (and mochi pudding) here suddenly caught my eyes at its Admiralty Station counter.

They're calling them "lava" donuts!

Mini pistachio donut ($12) — I always thought the traditional donuts are a little too big for my appetite so this was perfect. 

More than bite-sized, the pillowy, brioche-like choux has a crisp crust that hugs the hidden centre of a rich and runny pistachio custard — so smooth and satisfying. With this size, I think can finish it in about 3–4 bites.

And honestly, $12 is a pretty good price too. These days, it feels like you can’t really do much with $12 anymore!

Food Rating: 6.4/10

Price: $$$

Address: Shop 26-27, Admiralty MTR Station, Hong Kong

Closest Metro Station: Admiralty

Tel: +852 5583-8981

Website: https://www.instagram.com/friendshipmarket_am/

Opening Hours: 7:00am - 9:00pm daily

JOMO Wanchai (Hong Kong, CHINA) ★★★☆☆

I’m just finishing up my blog post on the top Basque cheesecakes in town. After a quick lunch with mom in Mong Kok, I decided to cross the harbor for a taste of another slice of the city’s beloved burnt cheesecake.

JOMO (“Joy Of Missing Out”) in Wan Chai is known for its signature Basque burnt cheesecake featuring a smooth, almost custardy core and a caramelized, bittersweet outer crust. The idea here is to balance the rich, velvety texture with creaminess and that perfect melt-in-your-mouth finish.

I thought the cake was rich and deeply aromatic without being overly sweet, and there’s also just enough acidity along with the bittersweet crust to keep everything nicely balanced.

I also liked the size. It’s slightly smaller than a typical cheesecake, so I didn’t have to “walk it off” the way I usually do!

Food Rating: 6.6/10

Price: $$$

Address: G/F, 23 Queen's Road East, Wanchai, Hong Kong

Closest Metro Station: Wanchai

Tel: +852 3488-5122

Website: https://www.jomocnc.com/

Opening Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm (Mon - Fri), 9:00am - 6:00pm (Sat - Sun)

Bakehouse Bakery & Restaurant Shatin (Hong Kong, CHINA) ★★★★☆

I have a few business errands to take care of in Tai Po today, and I’m meeting up with the team for car pooling at the New Town Plaza Shopping Centre (沙田新城市廣場). With a bit of spare time left, I thought I’d pop over to Bakehouse to grab a small treat.

One of these days, I really need to sit down for a proper meal here but for now, I’ll settle for a chocolate hazelnut doughnut ($42). This was incredibly pillowy, and the generous portion of chocolate hazelnut custard left me totally stuffed well after our lunch hours. It was sooo good!

I have to admit, I hate going to this vendor’s place. A visit once a year is my absolute maximum tolerable limit. 

Food Rating: 7/10

Price: $$$

Address: Shop 247, 2/F, New Town Plaza Phase I, 18-19 Sha Tin Centre Street, Shatin, Hong Kong

Closest Train Station: Shatin

Website: https://www.bakehouse.hk/locations#Shatin

Opening Hours: 8:00am - 9:00pm (Mon - Thu), 8:00am - 9:30pm (Fri - Sun)

10 of The Best Basque cheesecake in Shanghai - Easy to Find and Try (2026)

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

5) Le jardin de Joël Robuchon

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