The latest statistics show that Shanghai continues to be the city with the most coffee shops in the world, with the number of coffee shops surpassing the threshold of 10000 stores, reaching 10336.
Someone is curious, are all the coffee drinkers in so many cafes?
In fact, when you walk into a coffee shop in Shanghai, you will find that coffee is not everything.
For many office workers, the coffee shops on their commute are the starting point for a full day filled with vitality; During work breaks, coffee shops are also spaces for taking a break and relaxing.
For tourists, Shanghai has many unique coffee shops that showcase a diverse coffee culture and are particularly suitable for check-in experiences.
Some coffee shops are located in old buildings, and the attraction of the building itself is no less than that of coffee.
Some coffee shops have the largest area in the world, showcasing the entire process from a coffee bean to a cup of coffee.
For coffee enthusiasts, boutique cafes offer personalized choices that can satisfy their discerning taste buds.
The coffee shops scattered throughout the streets and alleys have also become the "public space" of the community, where everyone can sit down, rest, chat, or use the coffee shops as office space.
Many coffee shops also see themselves as part of the community, providing services to the community through various details.
Even on campus, you can see various types of cafes. Some people engage in lively discussions here, while others quietly self-study or order their favorite drink during breaks.
Which coffee shops in Shanghai have you been to and which ones have left a deep impression on you? Feel free to chat in the comments section.
Original title: "Frontline Visit: 10000 Coffee Shops in Shanghai, the World's Number One! Leading You into Internet Famous Coffee Shops"
Author of this article: Ren Chong from Liberation Daily