Shanghai’s premier dining destination serves Reimagined Northern Italian cuisine paired with breathtaking views of the Bund, Huangpu River and Pudong skyline. Chef de Cuisine Eugenio Cannoni and experienced restaurant management team create the best dining experience for discerning guests. Chef Eugenio’s contemporary culinary approach pays homage to the rich traditions of Northern Italy while boldly infusing them with modern creativity and global influences. By reimagining textures, presentations, and ingredient pairings, Chef Eugenio transcends classic dishes, offering a fresh perspective on time-honored flavors. Rooted in his Piedmontese heritage, Chef Eugenio embraces seasonality, high-quality local ingredients, and cross-cultural experimentation. The result is a menu that surprises the palate while preserving a deep, soulful connection to la cucina Italiana. It is a celebration of tradition redefined—where nostalgia meets creation, inviting diners to experience the essence of Northern Italy through a fresh and inventive lens.
Awards & Accolades:
The exceptional dining experience at Sir Elly’s has earned the restaurant a Four-Star rating from the 2026 Forbes Travel Guide to Shanghai.
*Minors are not allowed to enter the bar. *Municipal authorities have officially banned smoking in all indoor public venues. In accordance with this ordinance, The Peninsula Shanghai is no longer able to offer smoking guest rooms, and all indoor areas including restaurants have been designated as non-smoking areas.
Menu
A showcase for the reimagined Northern Italian cuisine of Chef Eugenio Cannoni, Sir Elly’s menus pay homage to Piedmontese culinary traditions while embracing innovation and local ingredients.
Cuisine Type
Location
13/F
Hours
Dinner: 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm ( Wednesday to Sunday )
The restaurant is closed on Monday and Tuesday, excluding public holidays.
Dress Code
No flip-flops, beach sandals, plastic footwear
No sleeveless shirts or shorts for gentlemen
No sleeveless shirts or shorts for gentlemen
Smart Casual
Enquiries
+86 21 2327 6756
Meet the Chef Eugenio Cannoni
Chef Eugenio's culinary journey began in his family's restaurant in Piedmont. Eager to expand his expertise, he attended Alma di Gualtiero Marchesi, one of Italy’s premier cooking schools. His quest for culinary excellence led him to various prestigious kitchens across Europe and the world, enhancing his skills and knowledge along the way. His impressive career includes roles as Head Chef at the Michelin-starred Moss Restaurant at the Retreat Hotel in Iceland, Chef de Cuisine at La Scala restaurant at the Sukhothai Hotel in Bangkok, and Chef de Cuisine at the Michelin-starred Restaurant of Hotel Ca' Vittoria. In Shanghai, he blends culinary inspirations from the four places of his career path—Italy, Thailand, Iceland, and China—using modern techniques to create dishes rooted in the flavours of Northern Italy.
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"I am thrilled to join The Peninsula Shanghai and lead the culinary team at Sir Elly’s,” says Chef Eugenio. “My passion lies in seamlessly blending local flavors with global influences, and I am excited to bring my vision to the vibrant culinary scene of Shanghai.”