About this place

This fantastic Spanish restaurant opened up in June of 2006, but still has quite a buzz about it. I have been to Indalo twice now, and was highly impressed with the décor, service (rare for Shanghai) and food both times! Although Indalo sits at a notoriously unlucky location, I think Indalo will survive in this hidden and serene spot on Sinan Lu, directly behind Fuxing Park and the craziness of Guandi and Park 97. Try Indalo for a romantic date, or with out of town visitors, this place is bound to impress!

Some of my favorites dishes include:

Shrimp and garlic tapas

Calamari

Boar stuffed mushrooms

Chicken and sausage Paella or “Paella de Pollo y Chorizo” (135RMB): If the staff asks you how you would like it cooked, go with the authentic Spanish style and leave it a little under cooked by Chinese standards.

With a couple classes of sangria or wine, (Indalo boasts an excellent selection with about 25 well priced wines by the glass), a hearty dinner for two will cost about 400RMB.

How to get there: Indalo is smack in the middle of the Huangpi and Shaanxi Lu stations on Metro Line 1. From either stop to the restaurant will take about 20 minutes. I recommend a cab, but if you are determined to walk, Sinan Lu is one block east of Ruijin Lu and Indalo is located on Xiangshan Lu, one block north of Fuxing Lu.