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Private dining room for 15-16p in Puxi, smoking allowed

Dinner early December with old friends: want private dining room with great food and smoking allowed.

Used to be everywhere in Shanghai but now many are non-smoking.

Price insensitive: great food and baijiu and smoking matter

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Finding a private dining room in Puxi for 15–16 people where smoking is allowed can be a bit challenging due to Shanghai's strict indoor smoking regulations. However, some high-end traditional Chinese restaurants and private clubs still cater to guests who wish to smoke in dedicated private rooms. Since you mentioned price is not an issue, focusing on luxury or established Cantonese, Shanghainese, or Sichuan restaurants is advisable.

Here are some options and considerations:

  • High-end Cantonese Restaurants: Many of these restaurants have large private rooms and allow smoking in designated areas or fully private rooms. Examples include Jade on 36, Lei Garden (Puxi locations), and Summer Palace.
  • Traditional Shanghainese Restaurants: Old-school establishments in Puxi that cater to business or family gatherings sometimes still permit smoking in private rooms. For instance, Fu 1088 or Shanghainese classics around the Jing’an area may accommodate requests if you book in advance.
  • Private Clubs or Members-Only Venues: Some private clubs in central Puxi have luxury dining rooms with full smoking allowance, often paired with premium baijiu and fine cuisine.

Tips for booking:

  • Contact the restaurant directly and explicitly request a private room where smoking is permitted; confirm this again a few days before your dinner.
  • Ask about seating layout and ensure the table can comfortably accommodate 15–16 people.
  • If alcohol is important, check their baijiu selection and whether they can serve higher-end bottles in your room.
  • Early reservations are recommended, especially in December, as demand is high for private rooms for holiday gatherings.

With these considerations, you should be able to secure a venue that meets your requirements for both smoking and a premium dining experience in Puxi.

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