Qingchun Perma

Founded near Hangzhou's Lingyin Temple, Qingchun Perma (Qingchun Pumen) has earned a devoted following across China for its contemporary, accessible take on vegetarian dining. This branch, located inside the Dongtai Li commercial complex near Xintiandi, brings the brand's mindful culinary philosophy to downtown Shanghai.

Rather than relying on heavily processed mock meats, the menu focuses on the natural flavors of vegetables, wild mushrooms, tofu, and whole grains. Guests enter past an open kitchen where cooks prepare dishes in plain view alongside displays of fresh produce. Standouts on the menu include black truffle fried rice, three varieties of mushrooms pan-fried in olive oil, pan-fried buns filled with chopped mushrooms, and tender Lipu taro dressed in fragrant osmanthus syrup.

The dining room combines warm wood accents, clean lines, and soft lighting to create a calm and comfortable setting. With an extensive menu that clearly accommodates vegans as well as vegetarians, it is a dependable stop for plant-based eating in the center of the city.