the chicken fried rice is delish, it is my go to for pick up. i have also had the mongolian beef, and rate that one high as well

This is by far the closest Chinese to my house but I don't order here often. Latest experience reminded me why. Ordered take out. Never had been inside before because I've always ordered delivery. It's nice, and I had a beer at the full bar while I waited. I specifically ordered here because they have sautéed green beans, which is a favorite. That was fine. But three other meat dishes were disappointing - where's the meat? You can immediately see where they are cutting costs. The mu shu pork was 90% cabbage and extremely pale egg, with maybe a couple tablespoons of minced pork hiding out. Some of the cabbage was carelessly chopped into like 10 inch strips, which I had to chop with a knife, or large chewy chunks of stem I just tossed out. This kind of lack of attention is unacceptable. Likewise with chicken and beef dishes - mostly just vegetables, and what meat was there seems low quality. Flavors were all fine. Scallion pancake - which I always order, everywhere - was the absolute smallest I've ever seen, but was decent. But they forgot to include the mu shu wraps!!! That's the whole point of the dish! So that's a star lost right there. I will probably order from them again in another year when desperate enough. It's not gross. It's just not very good. read more

Went here because we just found out they do AYCE since last month. They do AYCE sashimi which is pretty rare! What we love are: -Hamachi yuzu sashimi -mango salmon sashimi -spicy tuna sashimi (they put real wasabi there so be careful!) Service is great Come try it out! read more

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we went there for AYCE sushi. What a pleasant surprise! The restaurant is beautiful, the service was top notch, and the sushi was delicious! So fresh and beautifully presented. Couldn't be happier with our experience! read more

Nice little spot for Chinese for the family. It's not a fancy spot but super cozy family run restaurant. It's a gem. read more

Golden Shanghai - Mooshoo chicken - Chinese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

The atmosphere and food were excellent. we appreciated being able to make a reservation for 10 on a Saturday night. would recommend for families, something for everyone. read more

I had been a customer since their original opening, visited often and ordered even more. The business passed to a relative and the food quality dropped to a level that was disappointing. When I was excoriated for not offering an exorbitant tip on top of a delivery fee for less than par Chinese food I have ceased trade with this outlet. read more

I have been going To Golden Shanghái for many years. However, today I went and ordered a few lunch specials and a few extra eggrolls. The food was very poorly prepared, as well as the eggrolls were nearly raw inside the vegetables inside the eggrolls were mushy and you can still taste the dough off of the egg roll "crust." I called and explained my concerns and they completely ignored my concerns and said that their food is prepared the same all the time and I must be mistaken! I told them I had pictures and I could also take the food back and they said it wouldn't matter and that there was nothing they could do for me other than replace one dish that they made completely wrong! I will NEVER go back to Golden Shanghai as they clearly don't value their loyal customers and our complaints when they do happen. However, they are very willing to charge me $65.00 for my lunch and not make amends to the food that was very very poorly prepared! BE WARE WHEN ORDERING FROM THIS ESTABLISHMENT, AS THEY DO NOT VALIE CUSTOMER SERVICE! read more

Golden Shanghai - Soggie egg roles! - Chinese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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One of my fav Chinese restaurants! Always great! Everything we try is so good! The chicken fried rice is the best I've tasted! And the owners are super nice! read more

My sister chose this venue for her daughter's birthday party, as well as for a gender reveal celebration for the new one coming. We had reservations made in advance and were given an area of the restaurant to the side where we could have our party. The restaurant in itself is quite lovely and elegant. The Asian theme and decor was tasteful and incomparable. Off the bat, as I walked in the the restaurant, it seemed very aesthetic and polished. Now on to the food...I let my family do the ordering and when it came out, I found the portions to be very large and the dishes to be cooked to perfection. We ordered white rice to go with the meal and had some soup to start off with. The waiter (who kind of seemed like he may be the owner) was extremely attentive and accommodating. He really cared about our satisfaction and enjoyment of our dishes. Our tea and water was checked regularly and refilled as necessary. All in all, we had a wonderful family celebration. We had a great time together and Golden Shanghai was the perfect choice for this party and a place for us to catch up with loved ones. I highly recommend this restaurant for dining, as well as for celebrations! read more

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March 2021 pandemic update: Dine-in is open with limited seating. Online ordering is available at UberEats and Grubhub but 3rd party app prices can be inflated. That's why I try to use the restaurant website even though it's not as intuitive: https://goldenshanghai-denver.m988.com/phone/pages/foodlist.aspx What I like about GS is that their take out packaging is always consistent. It has a cardboard bottom to keep everything upright and stapled shut with receipt showing items ordered. Like my previous review stated, the food is not da best I've ever had but that's ok. My only criticism of GS is the master of none menu. There's Thai and Vietnamese items which I think it's unnecessary. Shanghai is in China, not Thailand. Overall, I still see the same servers walking around which means turnover is not high and owner must keep Happy workers to have happy customers. read more

I absolutely love ordering takeout out or delivery from this spot! Their food is not high in sodium but has great flavor. They are super nice and helpful if you have any questions about the menu. Free delivery if you are within a certain radius and only $6 if outside of that. My personal favorites are their vegetable fried rice, lo mien with beef, orange chicken which is actually spicy and amazing, and my most favorite honey walnut shrimp. It's a casual dinning spot if you choose to eat at the restaurant. No frills kinda place but lovely people. read more

As one of the few restaurants that strived all these years, Golden Shanghai was certainly one of the more popular Chinese restaurants among the locals. Despite having Shanghai in its name, it actually has a wide variety of Chinese cuisines from Sichuan to Fujian specialty plates, many of these you will not find anywhere in town. Compared to other Chinese restaurants, the decor here is one level above, suitable for casual dining or special occasions. If you are clueless what to order, make sure you ask for recommendation. You will not be disappointed. Here are their spicy beef soup, pickled fish soup, Chinese angel hair noodles and shredded pork wraps. read more

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Terrible! Wonton Soup: Wontons had NO meat in them and the dough was not cooked (Just a wad of dough floating in broth). Crab Cheese Wontons: Tasted weird. Not sure if it was the stuffing or the oil they cooked it in. I've never had bad Crab Ch. Wontons--don't know how you can mess them up. Egg Foo Young was mediocre at best. I paid extra for fried rice and got steamed. Overall, a waste of $52.00. My daughter and I are scrounging in the freezer as I write this b/c their food is not edible and we're hungry :( read more

This spot is a gem! We've been going here for years, portions are large and you can't go wrong with their orange chicken, lo Mien or hot and sour soup. New management is wonderful and friendly. Ambiance is great. read more

Golden Shanghai - New bar area - Chinese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I have been to Golden Shanghai a few times and have never been wowed either by the food or the service. This visit was no exception. There is a prominently displayed help wanted sign as you walk in and I'm frankly surprised by how well they were doing in spite of the fact that they had one server and one helper to take care of a full restaurant with a large party in one room. The poor server was running around and actually sweating as she managed to get to all of the 10-12 tables. Our service was slower than normal but we were still able to have lunch and get out in about an hour and a half. The actual strip mall restaurant is older and hasn't been updated in all the years that I've been going there. The women's restroom is very old and not all that clean but they do have bottles of hand sanitizer on each table. I had the lunch special chicken and veggies that comes with soup (pretty bland) and a large, heaping plate of chicken and veggies with an innocuous white sauce, and a very small egg roll. The entrée portion was large - especially for lunch - so the higher price ($11.95) wasn't too remarkable. I go to Golden Shanghai when I have lunch with a 97 year old relative who lives nearby because it's the closest Chinese restaurant to her building. I don't think I'd make a special trip to eat there but it's definitely adequate. read more

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We've eaten there once and taken out once since ownership has changed. Seems that a couple now owns it and they're attitude, friendly service and food are all top of the line. They are also adding a sushi bar. Good spot! read more

4.5 I'm reviewing as a person who only orders to go on the quality of the food and the prompt readiness of my food. I order from here quite often and the food is GOOD. Don't let the other negative reviews impact your craving for authentic Chinese food. Edit: I'm mostly writing this review because I overheard a Negative Nancy threatening to write a negative review of this place. read more

We've been coming to this restaurant for near 10 years now, and we've always loved this place. But in the recent few years, their prices raised by a few dollars each dish. That didn't seem like an issue cuz their food is great as usual. But today, when I ordered the crispy duck, there's maybe a few scattered pieces of meat, definitely not a full half like they advertised. When I asked about it, the cook angrily argued that it's a full half and flicked around the duck pieces with his gloveless hand, attempting to "assemble" a duck shape. It's so ridiculous, the cook later showed me the uncooked raw duck, it's literally the size of a small chicken. I don't have big hands and the raw duck, while uncooked, is the size of one of my hand... they raised the food prices and cut prices on the ingredients? It's so stupid to see one of my favorite restaurants turn into this scam. Unfortunately, I didn't take a pic of the dish before it was sent back. But even at checkout, they gave us 3 fortune cookies-- with one of them completely unpackaged and just taken to the table with the waiter's bare hands... what the actual hell have happened to this place. When we got boxes for leftover food, but the boxes are at least a third smaller than before: they charge 25 cents per box so they even try to get money here. And no more "thank you" take out bags, now it's black trash bags. It's so gross. read more

Golden Shanghai - Chinese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Food was delicious and very meaty. I had enough in one order to last me for 3 meals. I was really impressed with how goos it tasted. read more

Golden Shanghai - Pad Thai - Chinese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

ordered from lunch menu...all food was lukewarm, even the soup (served wrong one to me). egg rolls crispy yet the inside was mushy like mashed potatoes had been spread like a frosting. the mustard to dip was yellow water . no choice in rice received fried. Guests are required to pay 3% more on the bill if paying by credit cards. read more

This restaurant has new owners or management. It certainly does not live up to the quality of food provided by the prior owners. Had lunch there this week. The food was bland and tasteless. The egg drop soup tasted like water with no flavor. My friend had an egg roll with her order, and it was mushy inside and didn't appear to have any vegetables inside. My iced tea tasted like soap, so they brought me a diet Coke in a can. I was very disappointed. I won't go there again. read more

Had a fave Chinese restaurant when I lived in Lakewood but that is too far now. It takes a while to find a good one so was thrilled when a friend suggested Golden Shanghai. Lots to choose from. Everything I have ordered has been delicious. I always order carry-out but it has a cozy seating area as well. read more

We had the garlic shrimp and vegetables and the sesame tofu. (Sorry I forgot to take the photo until I was halfway finished.) Both were delicious. The shrimp and tofu were cooked and spiced. perfectly. The Thai tea was fragrant and creamy. The atmosphere is elegant. read more

Golden Shanghai - Sesame Tofu - Chinese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

It's always pretty good and consistent! Portions are super big, also delivery is very affordable, we order all the time and we've never gotten a messed up order! (Our orders are also big since we order for the whole family) If you order online they always have coupons depending on how much you spend for free egg rolls or crab wontons! I've tried several things and everything has been delightful! read more

My meal at Golden Shanghai was so tasty! Hard to decide which dish was my favorite - the Mongolian beef dish is way up there as one of my favorites. The service was impeccable, the dishes were healthy and the place was very clean. This seems to be a hidden gem......the owner (31st of DEC '24) made a point of chatting with us. This will become my "go to" place for a wonderful meal and time. Best Asian food I've had in a long time. read more

Good and inexpensive lunch special. I had the Szechuan shrimp and it was tasty. I would come back sometime.

Only thing to complain is they charged $0.25 each Togo Box!!! I have never seem a restaurant charge TOGO BOX FEE! read more

Golden Shanghai - Chinese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

We went there for the second time in a week because my father likes the food. Each time the service was sub par. The first time, the waiter sat at a table on his phone and we had to flag him down when we needed something. Today with a different waiter, I had to ask for a spoon three times before we got one. The food came out one dish at a time with almost 10 minutes between the first and last dish being served. read more

This place is the bomb dot com. I started eating Golden Shanghai by ordering delivery, which was always fantastic. Then I started ordering take out, and have now, a year later, evolved into my fullest and greatest form, dining in. In each circumstance, I have been blown away. First, the food is awesome. They have a vast menu full of items that I've never seen anywhere else in the area. According to my Chinese friend, it's authentic. According to my white brother, it's delicious. I concur with them both. Second, the service is so good it teeters on adorable. As you walk in, there are photographs of the owner, Dana, with special guests hanging among the many awards they have received. Then, once you step foot inside the actual restaurant, low and behold, the woman in all of the photographs is standing right in front of you to greet you with a big welcoming smile. Now if that isn't service, I don't know what is. The servers themselves are also super fantastic, attentive, friendly... and get this, the place is actually clean! I know I'm not alone in being freaked out when you step into a restaurant you've been ordering delivery from and find out that it's unkept and disgust. Not Golden Shanghai! It's well kept and the owner is here to be sure of that! *Pro Tip* - If you want to branch out and try some something authentic and new, ask for the Chinese menu. Like, the language Chinese Enjoy! read more

Golden Shanghai - Basil Eggplant & Kung Pao Shrimp! - Chinese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Upon entering Golden Shanghai on Saturday, 13th of January, my take out of Moo Goo Gai Pan and Corn & Bacon Wontons was not ready. Surprising as I had received a confirmation email. Unfortunately, an inept employee took over. She asked the same questions over and over again with no resolution. Finally, I inquired as to what could be the next step. To pay for the meal again. What the heck? I had my debit card memorized but she would not accept it. And her excuse made no sense whatsoever. She repeatedly said that I was wrong. So, it was time for me to leave. A male customer - who seemed to have a crush - kept defending her unacceptable behavior. This establishment's Manager needs to be aware a particular employee has somehow remained in their employ. If a regular customer is treated so poorly, what about new customers? read more

My wife and daughter ordered take out on Christmas Day - sesame chicken, kung pao chicken, egg drop soup and fried rice. It just didn't taste that good, plus they raised the price for Christmas Day. I don't think we'll be going back. read more

Everything here was very authentic and delicious. I have to say I was very skeptical because of the mixed reviews, but I think it's one of the best Chinese restaurants in the Denver/Aurora area. I like the staff they were quite friendly. If you don't speak mandrian I recommend you should come with someone who is. Though they do speak English and well. The service was exceptional! They were quick and efficient. I was really impressed. The food was very good. Flavors, seasoning, everything was on point. My favorite would be rice cake one (福州炒年糕) least favorite would have to be the fish soup (水煮魚片). There was nothing wrong with it, but I had an allergic reaction to something inside of it. (not sure what more of a me problem) In regards to SPICE level everything was mild. Definitely, a go to place if I'm in the area and it is worth at least a 30 minute commute if you're not in the area. 福州炒年糕（肉絲）5/5 醉排骨 4/5 口水雞 4/5 水煮魚片 2/5 read more

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Wish they would put the actual green beans into the dish that are listed as part of the dish on the menu. Plus when you say Pepsi or coke .. diet is not a default. Would have liked a little more garlic flavor. Watched a guy drinking from one of his two little rum or whisky bottles just bought two doors down walk by the window. Ok just not worth the drive for average food. Was wanting a little more friendly dining experience. Seemed grumpy I walked through door. read more

Golden Shanghai - No green beans - Chinese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I ordered to go so I can't really say much about the service. Restaurant looked nice & was not crowded at the time. The food? It sucked. Plain & simple. Ordered Pork fried rice. Came with an eggroll. Started eating that on the way home. Threw it out in the parking lot. Tasted terrible. Started eating the rice once home. It was just as bad. It looked greasy & tasted that way. It was also overcooked. I know it's called fried rice but the egg was shriveling up & the peas were hard. They must have changed cooks or something as I have ordered food before & it was good. I won't be back. read more

I love this place. I live across the street so it is always a nice option if I'm looking to eat out or order take out. The service is always speedy and respectful, despite often times being really busy! During dinner hours, the restaurant can be packed! My family is from Taiwan and we love the authentic Chinese options as well as the Szechuan spicy dishes! The restaurant also serves sushi now and it's delicious with great presentation too. My family would say this restaurant is one of the best Chinese restaurants in Denver. I would say, they love it too much! read more

Golden Shanghai - Tuna Sushi! - Chinese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Food was fairly priced last time. It increased by 50% since last visit. Service has never been great. The head waitress has always been unfriendly & seemed put out when you ask for additional water, etc. Today my husband asked for more hot mustard, she threw the little bowl down and it splattered everywhere. She didn't know because she abruptly walked away. When asked for a to go box I was charged .50 each on top of high prices. Waitress was very unfriendly and the only thing she uttered the whole time we lunched was Thank you when leaving the check. And it was not cheap. I will not be going back. Would not recommend. I told someone of this behavior and the only response was trying to justify the charge instead of addressing the bad behavior. Do not go there!!! read more

Golden Shanghai - Chinese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

We ordered online for pick up. When we got there a few minutes early the woman said it would be ready right on time. And it was. She walked out with our food right on time. The food was delicious and our order was exactly what we requested. We will definitely return here again. read more

A solid four stars for a quasi-suburban area. I had a Groupon expiring soon, so I made of point of using it up. I was the first customer through the door shortly after 11am on a Thursday. There were a few other tables of people by the time I left; mostly an older crowd. Since I was using the Groupon, I could not order any specials (including Lunch). So, ordering off the dinner menu, I went with a cup of Hot and Sour Soup, Fried Dumplings, and Mongolian Chicken. The Hot and Sour Soup was quite good. Nice flavors, no off notes, visible pieces of meat, and crispy chow mein pieces on the side for added texture. The Fried Dumplings (pot-stickers) were fine. They were just a touch doughy, but had good flavor. The Mongolian Chicken was a bit odd. There was nothing really wrong with it, but the flavor profile reminded me of "Mongolian" meets "Black Pepper sauce" instead of pure Mongolian. It had a generous portion of chicken and all the right veggies. This came with a largish serving of steamed rice that was very nice and fresh. Service was mostly good. One minor compliant would be that I mentioned and showed the Groupon at the beginning of the meal, but the server brought out a full bill later and promptly disappeared. So, I had to chase him down to get it fixed before I could depart. read more

Golden Shanghai - Hot and Sour Soup - Chinese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Friendly staff when I picked up, but the items ordered were altered, presumably for availability of some ingredients, but without communication, and some of the substitutes could have had allergy implications. Both entrees (Thai basil chicken, and Kung Pao chicken) had "sauces" that were on the more watery side which was not the most appealing. The pork fried rice was bland, even for rice, it really had nothing going on flavor-wise. Maybe it was a bad night for the kitchen staff, so I won't completely wrote them off, but I'll try other places before returning. read more