/PRZWT/Shanghai, November 2025 - On November 12, 2025, the St. Regis Shanghai on the Bund joined hands with Spago, an internationally renowned dining brand founded by legendary chef Wolfgang Puck. The grand opening ceremony of Spago Shanghai, a brand-new top-floor restaurant and bar presented on the 21st floor of the hotel, was held.
On this day marking the first entry of the Spago brand into the Chinese market, Mr. Wolfgang Puck, the founder of Wolfgang High-End Catering Group and a legendary chef, Mr. Byron Puck, the director of catering and services of Wolfgang High-End Catering Group, and Mr. Jin Ling, the general manager of St. Regis Shanghai on the Bund, along with various guests and media representatives, Witnessed the opening night of Spago Shanghai.
Immediately after, Mr. Wolfgang Puck personally presented a cooking show on the spot, leading the guests to experience the artistic transformation process from ingredients to delicacies, and also revealing the creative magic of Spago's signature dishes.
Founded by international renowned chef Wolfgang Puck in 1982, Spago has become a representative brand that interprets and embodies the California dream - a dining experience that combines luxury, hospitality and endless possibilities.
Speaking of Spago Shanghai, Mr. Wolfgang Puck said, "Opening a Spago restaurant in Shanghai is a dream come true for me." This is a city that truly understands the art of gastronomy, where tradition and innovation collide every day. We are very much looking forward to bringing Spago's signature hospitality and culinary spirit to this amazing food destination and creating an experience that is both familiar and brand new.
The space of Spago Shanghai: Elevating the concept of all-day dining to a journey of exploring the unknown
The design inspiration of Spago Shanghai comes from the novel "A Journey in Other Worlds" published by John Jacob Astor IV in 1894. This work, which demonstrates bold imagination, depicts a future far beyond its era. Spago's designs invite guests into a world that combines the charm of Hollywood with a dramatic atmosphere.
The entrance of the restaurant sets the tone with a mysterious and crystal-clear atmosphere. Guests step onto the snow flower stone floor with a soft luster, surrounded by the speckled artistic paint and elegant bronze walls. The lounge and bar counter come into the guests' view in a dazzling and eye-catching manner. The large pavilion-style suspended ceiling suspended above the space, the classic patterned wood-inlaid marble floor underfoot, and the striped glass at the curved bar counter, among other elements, create an overall atmosphere that blends the magnificence of Hollywood with the dramatic feel of the stage, while always maintaining a comfortable and relaxed texture.
The dining hall in the center of the restaurant is like a grand stage of the golden Age. The open kitchen, made of wood, marble and bronze, becomes part of the performance during meal times, allowing guests to enjoy the food while also watching the performance like a stage.
The overall experience extends to the outdoor terrace, whose concept is a green garden library. As time goes by, the glass refracts sunlight into fine and flowing colors. The bronze-framed door connects the interior and exterior Spaces, and the hanging curtains gently blur the boundaries of the space. The deep-seated sofas with layers of cushions encourage guests to pause, creating a serene haven that lies between the restaurant's dramatic energy and the vastness of the sky.
The products of Spago Shanghai: Contemporary California cuisine that draws from the local and blends with the local
Mr. Wolfgang Puck has created a unique "California-style cuisine" for Spago Restaurant. Essentially, California cuisine means using the freshest local ingredients and blending them with the flavors of the surrounding communities. No matter which Spago restaurant it is, the California spirit will adjust according to the local market: imaginative, reflecting seasonal characteristics, and always drawing inspiration from the surrounding environment. This cooking concept originated from California also adheres to the "from farm to table" production principle: carefully selecting high-quality ingredients nearby and integrating global flavors. This is precisely a style that evolves with regions.
Under the leadership of executive chef Luke Omarzu, Spago Shanghai will blend the classic dishes of the Spago brand with local seasonal ingredients to present unique products of Spago Shanghai. Luke has worked with the Spago restaurant team for many years and has a profound understanding of Spago's culture, style and product requirements.
On the menu of Spago Shanghai, there are not only classic dishes of Spago but also local signature dishes from Spago restaurants around the world. Meanwhile, the kitchen team led by Luke at Spago Shanghai has also developed many special dishes exclusively available in Shanghai.
Signature dishes include the Smoked Salmon Pizza (Smoked salmon pizza), with a thin, crispy crust served with dill cream cheese sauce seasoned with fresh dill and a little white pepper, smoked salmon and caviar; The sesame miso crispy cone is filled with spicy Tuna tartare in sesame cones. The tuna tartare is made by cutting the whole tuna into carefully selected parts and seasoned with homemade soy sauce, spicy mayonnaise and homemade pickled ginger. Paired with the crispy texture of the crispy cone, this small appetizer is both fun and interesting. It is particularly appetizing and pairs well with champagne. Wiener Schnitzel, a golden and crispy pork chop paired with hot potato salad, is a delicious memory from Wolfgang Puck's childhood in his hometown of Austria. Teriyaki Miso marinated Black Cod (Miso Cod) is marinated in a special sauce made by mixing white miso, honey and sake. After roasting, it is served with Japanese sushi vinegar rice, kelp salad and homemade marinated ingredients, which is extremely appetizing. Roasted Pumpkin raqui with Pumpkin Agnolotti cheese, with the classic butter sauce highlighting the handcrafted Italian pasta craftsmanship and freshness; Whole Sizzling Fish is a dish that offers guests a multi-sensory experience of vitality by pouring an exclusive sweet pineapple sauce over sea bass that is fried to look like "blooming flowers". Grilled Australian "Wagyu" ribeye steak (Cote de Boeuf), the beef ribs grilled over open flame on a Spago custom charcoal grill are filled with the aroma of charcoal grilling and meat. They are spread with homemade garlic thyme butter and French sea salt and then sliced on the spot at the table. On the dessert list, Spago's classic dessert, Spikey Lemon, showcases a rich layering of fruit acidity and aroma. Chocolate Souffle, with its simple cooking method, high-quality ingredient selection and classic combination, brings an enduring and wonderful taste.
Byron Lazaroff-Puck, president of Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group, said frankly: "When the culinary spirit nourished by the California sun meets the rich ingredients and cultural heritage of Shanghai, something truly special is bound to happen." Spago Shanghai is not only the inheritance and extension of the Spago brand concept, but also a profound tribute to the cultural vitality of Shanghai.
With magnificent views of the Huangpu River, Lujiazui and the historic Bund, Spago Shanghai's year-round open terraces, private rooms and vibrant lounge atmosphere will offer an unparalleled dining and nightlife experience.
Mr. Alan Jin, the general manager of St. Regis Shanghai on the Bund, said: "Spago Shanghai will become a new landmark for dining on the Bund. We warmly welcome this iconic brand to Shanghai and are looking forward to sharing the unique experience of the integration of food, culture and landscape with everyone."
