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Lao Wu Authentic Shanghai Dumpling

4.5 (209 reviews)
ModerateShanghainese
Closed • 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
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Shanghai Pan Fried Noodles
Florence C.

We stopped here for lunch. The Shanghai Pan Fried Noodles are fabulous! We also had the shrimp har gow: fresh and also very good!

Pork and crab soup dumplings
Katie V.

We happened upon this restaurant by accident and I am so happy we did! We knew it must be good when there was a line waiting out the door at almost 2pm on a Sunday. Highly recommend, especially if you want to try something a little out of the norm and at a very affordable price. I tried the pan fried pork dumplings (tips: they will likely come out a bit later than the rest of your order, and look more like potstickers) and the cucumbers (loved!). My husband had the crab and pork soup dumplings (also very good). His came with a light soy sauce (we think that is what it was, none of the sauces were labeled or identified). Our bill for the 3 items and tip was under $40, which is pretty good with today's inflation in mind. Would absolutely visit again (I would love to try the pan fried pork buns if I visited again).

Amelia S.

There are a million dumpling places to choose from in Edison and Middlesex County but this one stands out above the rest. The service is very friendly and patient (and American friendly). The food comes out lightning fast. Everything is very reasonably priced. Best of all, it's all delicious. I tried stuff outside of my comfort zone and I loved it all. My favorite were the pork juicy buns (soup dumplings) but the most unique thing was the pan fried noodle which was like a crispy deep fried noodle that would soften as it sat in the sauce. The golden lava buns were sweet and rich and perfect for dessert.

Pan fried pork buns
Katarina L.

The was a perfect spot for a rainy day lunch. It was my first time in, so I didn't expect a wait for a Tuesday afternoon, but lesson learned. Expect a bit of a line, but don't be deterred because it will move quickly. We were celebrating, and also pretty excited to finally try Lao's, Oh! And did you know they were one of Yelp's top places to eat in Central Jersey this year? That's one of the reasons that brought us in, so we definitely got too much food. Everything was incredible! What we got (& loved): -crab & pork soup dumplings -cucumber with scallion -Shanghai pan fried noodle -Preserved egg w tofu in spicy sauce -pan fried pork buns My favorites on the table were the cucumber & the soup dumplings. I loved the broth in the soup dumplings and they weren't too thick and doughy. They were delicious and were the first thing finished on the table. The cucumber with scallions was a cold and refreshing dish and perfect for a little crunch, especially with so much fried food on the table. The tofu with preserved egg was also served cold and was very tasty. I loved the bit of kick that it had, and I usually don't love spicy food. The Shanghai noodles were delicious, but keep in mind the noodles are deep fried. I think next time I come I will swap this for one of the udons. And the pan fried pork buns were delicious, but a little too doughy for me, especially with so much other food on the table. We took A LOT home and there is so much left on the menu I can't wait to try. Service was so friendly and even with a line out the door, didn't rush anyone. They brought food out quick, offered lots of suggestions and were great. Can't wait to stop back in.

Namron L.

Juicy pork buns, Shanghai pan fried noodle & preserved pickles in pork noodle soup are all tasty. Easy parking at strip mall. Good attentive service.

Arkadiusz S.

Great little spot in a strip mall serving delicious dumplings and noodle dishes. I have been here twice and each time grabbed the last available table. The servers are polished and helpful. It's a true hole in the wall and worth a visit.

Tina C.

After visitation for a beloved family member while in New Jersey state, my party arrived super early and waited 1.25 hour for opening on a Saturday. We were second standing outdoors waiting in this big fat long line. Immediately upon opening for the day the line nearly forced entry near stampede and this cafe was immediately packed to full occupancy of patrons with free seating. The Yelp reviews are accurate and truthful. The food is great. This is a small cafe with only approximately eight tables. I do not recommend large parties of five and greater. It is no-frills, but not exactly "hole in the wall" type that lack in aesthetics for upscale lavish atmosphere but the deficiency is resolved in the food quality. There is one sole functioning restroom in the whole business, ergo, stand in line and wait. We entered hungry in a lugubrious sense of deep sorrow, but exited hunger pangs fulfilled. When exiting upon completion of our lunch meal, there was a line that quickly formed outdoors waiting. Unfortunately, access to this cafe in Edison, NJ is by car only and there is a free parking lot that is shared with neighboring businesses located in a small shopping complex. There are no business cards, and no takeout menus available. Customer service is efficient as the staff worked methodically hustling busy to take orders and fulfillment. Our male waiter was attentive to respond to our inquiries and make suggestions based on our desires. I was able to keep the sales receipt. Price is in the rationale realm of stagflation totaling $41.75. Nota Bene: No table hibernation as the table turnover is fast pace with a line overflowing outdoors which cannot interrupt the flow. My foodie synopsis: Pork steam soup dumplings, 6 pcs, siu2 lung4 baau1, 小籠包, $8.75 Very juicy, flavorful and great. It was served piping hot. This is my favorite default dish for every visit at any Shanghainese ethnic cuisine. However, there were no serving tongs provided for this particular appetizer which is industry standard. Preserved cabbage with pork noodle soup, syut3 coi3 juk6 si1 min6, 雪菜肉絲麵 $9.50 This is a satisfying Chinese comfort food. This noodle soup was abundant with noodles, pork and chopped vegetables. It provided warmth to my very broken heart. Shanghai chicken in wine sauce, zeoi3 gai1, 醉雞, $8.95 A traditional Chinese cold appetizer, aka Chinese Drunken chicken made with Chinese Shaoxing cooking wine. It has amazing flavor and texture to be deliciously enticing. Of course, the cooking wine brings flavor to this appetizer making you want more. Shanghai pan fried U-Don noodle, soeng6 hoi2 cou1 caau2 min6, 上海粗炒面, $11.95 Abundant noodles with good consistency and it not heavily filled with grease and oil.

Crispy noodles
Laureen Y.

Small restaurant the line extended outside. We ordered pork soup dumpling, crab soup dumpling, wonton soup, crispy noodles and to go beef scallion pancakes and pan friend buns. The wonton soup was pork and vegetables but my sister found a piece of shrimp in it and shes allergic to seafood. The wonton soup was also bland but the soup dumplings were delicious and so was the crispy noodles.

spicy pork noodles
Helena L.

tldr small restaurant serving Shanghainese classics like soup dumplings and noodle dishes with great value and authentic flavor i've been coming here for many years and this place rocks!! we get their famous pork soup dumplings, shanghainese fried noodles, and spicy pork noodles. everything here is affordable but also comes in smaller asian portion sizes which is great if u want to try more dishes. famous pork soup dumplings wrappers are very thin and pork soup is meaty and flavorful! it's always piping hot from the steamer. my favorite is the spicy pork noodles - in a light meat broth, the minced spicy pork is addicting to find and complements the q noodles. Shanghainese fried noodle is probably the weakest dish but it's got tons of veggie crunch and a nice complement to other more flavorful dishes overall a great place to warm up with comfort chinese cuisine! service is decent but seating is limited so be prepared to wait food 4.5/5 service 4/5 ambiance 4/5 value 5/5

Fish soup
Susanna C.

Limited seating here, so fortunately we came in at an off-peak time and didn't have to wait long for a table. Their soup dumplings are really popular and they are a solid choice. I really enjoyed the picked vegetable with fish soup - nice flavor if you like sour and spicy. The scallion beef pancake was also excellent. The sesame noodle was disappointing, the peanut butter taste was a bit too strong. Overall an excellent meal and we would definitely be back!

Pork dumplings
Andrew R.

This tiny little spot is a big deal. There is a chance you will wait to get a table, but it is worth it. The food is spectacular and they run an efficient operation so you won't wait too long. I have been here 2 times. Both times, the dumplings were great. I tried the Shanghai Spicy Minced Pork Noodle Soup this time and it is something I would get again!

Interior
Victoria S.

Has a very small no frills dining area with few tables. Came a few minutes before opening on a Sunday to find a line already formed. We opted for takeaway instead. Got the salted duck, Shanghai chicken in wine sauce, pork soup dumplings and rice cake with preserved cabbage and pork. Both the salted duck and the chicken in wine sauce were served room temp and tender (both had bones). Not too salty, but good flavor. The stir fried rice cakes were not clumpy mess, nor were they too greasy or hard. Dish was perfectly cooked with the rice cakes at the perfect chewy consistency. The star was the soup dumplings (not pictured). Skins were thin but firm and held the soup and meat well. Meat was juicy, soup was plentiful. The vinegar and ginger dipping sauce accompanied the dumplings well. Worth a visit!

Selena Y.

Authentic, affordable, no frills Shanghainese joint specializing soup dumplings and noodles. The pork soup dumplings are a must-order - they come out hot and fresh, and they're huge and super juicy. The spicy wontons are also a big favorite, which comes with an addicting peanut sauce mixed with chili oil. Some dishes are a little oily, but otherwise really solid and tasty Shanghainese food overall.

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Reviews are largely positive. Diners praise the soup dumplings, wide menu variety, and affordable pricing.

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Great soup dumplings!!! It's the original dumpling place. His son also opened his own place but he's the original founder.

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Small place but food good. Will return. Did take out one and ate inside once. Very homey and tasty.

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Tasty Moment

4.1(740 reviews)
1.6 mi
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My family loves this place! It's our go-to spot for delicious and authentic Asian food and always…read morehits the spot. The soup dumplings are a MUST-order, and this time we ordered a few different things to share. Highly recommend the beef tomato egg rice- so tender and so well-cooked, the fried oysters were delicately fried and savory and fresh, and the enoki tofu cucumber salad was delightful and well-balanced, pairs really well wit the fried oysters. The staff are always extremely fast and responsive despite all the busyness.

The food was very delicious, I highly recommend their mushroom truffle casserole, garlic cucumbers,…read moreand cumin fried beef rice. The soup dumpling also had thin skin and delicious broth. The staff was also outstanding, coming to clarify my order with me and checking for any allergies. The girls at the front check in desk were also very friendly and helped me sign up for the wait list. HOWEVER, in the midst of my dinner I witnessed something very disturbing. While I was eating my dinner, I heard some yelling going on and noticed a scene in front of me. The manager/owner was loudly berating his staff members in the dining area and threw his phone at the front desk counter. I think that is extremely unprofessional to do in front of staff and customers. If you have to have a serious conversation with your staff you should not be doing that in front of dining customers. That left a bad impression in me and I don't think I'll be coming back.

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Wu' s Shanghai Dumpling

4.0(1k reviews)
2.0 mi
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This restaurant features a minimalist Shanghai-style design, centered around a striking red and…read moregold color palette. Although the decor is simple, the bold use of red and gold makes it highly memorable--and the space is very clean. Even though the bowls and chopsticks are disposable, there's clear attention to detail. The chopsticks feel great to use, and they are even engraved with "上海小笼," which is a thoughtful touch. The bowls are made of thick, sturdy paper, with a beautiful red base and gold rim--both aesthetically pleasing and environmentally friendly. Ordering is done through a self-service kiosk, but there are still staff members nearby. When it's not busy, they are friendly and happy to assist with any questions. The Noodle in Scallion Sauce (上海葱油拌麵) has a rich scallion oil flavor with perfectly chewy noodles, while the Cold Noodle w. Peanut Butter Sauce (麻將涼拌麵) is packed with a strong peanut flavor and equally chewy texture. Both dishes are delicious and taste very similar to Taiwanese sesame noodles. Every dish is served fresh and hot, and the prices are very reasonable for the quality. Whenever I'm in Edison, I can't help but come back to try more items on the menu.

So I came to Shanghai Dumpling for a late lunch and recently came here with a group of six. We…read moreended up coming for a very early dinner so we had almost the whole place to ourselves. While the food was still pretty good, my wife, son and I had ordered: - The soup dumplings - Pork and spicy pork regular dumplings - Some of the cooked buns - Cucumbers Our friends had ordered something similar and they seemed to enjoy it as well. One thing that I was not really thrilled about is the lack of plates at the establishment. We did ask for some extra containers since they didn't have plates, but you can really get a feel that this place has shifted the experience from being dine-in to more takeout-based. All of the containers and plates are these paper plates that do tend to leak with enough time. As the bok choy we ordered had a soy-based sauce it was prepared with and that started leaking out of the paper container. All in all, still a good dumpling spot and the service was okay. The staff was friendly, but really the only thing they're doing is bringing you the food to the table. They don't check on you and you order from a kiosk now. So the overall dining experience in my opinion has gone down overall. If you're ordering takeout, I'm sure none of this applies will your food will be good, but just the dine-in experience is not what it used to be.

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3.3(276 reviews)
0.1 mi
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I actually visited here early last month while on a trip to visit family friends and friends in…read moreNY/NJ. I was flipping ecstatic when I saw this place was still open and survived the C-Word. I felt so at home eating the food I had back in my college days with my original order. I will say that the restaurant did downsize, however I'm just happy that they're still there to begin with, just in case I haven't elaborated. The decor did get a nice lift and more modern than the back of the day set up. I think it's cute. I believe the young lady that's been there for years may have been the owner the whole time and I was just too oblivious to actually pay attention. The server herself... I felt bad that she couldn't really understand me as my order was incorrect on what I was missing in my soup. My usual from back in the day was Beef and Beef Tendon Noodle Soup, and I would always ask for tripe with mixed beef intestines... so I was missing the intestines but genuinely didn't really think of it as a big deal since I just wanted to taste the food again. Overall, soup, 15/10. The XLB's are just goodness and warms my soul and lord have mercy how much I have missed these little puppies. I need to let everyone know that there is no good XLB's in the San Jose or East Bay Area of California. Complete disappointment. But that's just my opinion. Shanghai Noodle House's XLB's 20/10

We decided to come here again after many years. I remember when the line used to be out the door…read moreand the wait times were long. We came on a Sunday around 1pm and about half the tables were occupied so there was no wait. First thing I noticed is the inside is all different, maybe newer looking. They must have changed ownership from when I last came. The food wasn't authentic and wasn't good. We ordered soup dumplings, sweet soy milk, savory soy milk, and pan fried dumplings. Soup dumplings- the good thing is here they give you 8 pieces (vs 6 pieces in other NJ places). The skin is too thin. It was difficult to pick up with a chopstick or spoon and not 1 piece stayed intact while picking it up. All of the soup leaked out before it even reached my plate. The texture of the skin was "slippery" vs the bouncy kind I usually see with soup dumplings. My husband said he bit into a small piece of bone which is weird. Sweet soy milk- it wasn't a smooth drink. There were lots of soy grits Savory soy milk- tasted very watered down. Didn't have much soy milk flavor Pan fried dumplings- the portion was generous with 6 huge pan fried dumplings. These are the largest I've seen anywhere. They look more like buns than dumplings!! It was ok but overall it didn't taste like a pan fried dumpling. The owners seem really nice and friendly, chatting with some of the customers. Their service was good too. It's just the food isn't authentically Shanghainese.

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Wu’s Shanghai Dumpling

4.1(147 reviews)
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I am giving this place five stars for the scallion noodles alone that I would normally pair with…read moretheir scallion chicken. If I can have this as staple, I mist likely would. Hands down the main reason why I keep coming back here a lot. But in all seriousness, we also enjoy their soup dumplings or as they call it, "juicy buns" and shumai with a side of steamed bokchoy. They have such a unique take with dim sums/dumplings that I can honestly appreciate. I also love love love their chili oil that is readilg available on the table. The restaurant ambiance is nice with good seating. The servers here has been consistently kind and accommodating. I look forward to coming back.

Sunday Lunch with friends. One of them has been eaten to…read morethis place a few times and he suggested to go there; The restaurant is quiet and cozy, very spacious and you can literally have a conversation without yelling, there was not background music neither; We ordered Pork Juicy Buns and different variety of Dumplings for the table and they were very good and fresh, you can watch at the ladies making the buns and dumpling that people order, from the dining area; we had also the fried buns and a dessert; A couple things went off though; the tap water was not good to drink so I asked for bottles of water and they don't have any bottles of water available for selling; I asked for Hot Tea then and also that wasn't available, ( I had never experienced an Asian restaurant without Hot tea) , so I went to the store next door to buy water for me and my friends ; It would be a good upgrade to sell bottles of water; Overall the food and service was good, the ambience was nice;

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4.3(444 reviews)
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If you're looking for authentic food or something different or just a great selection of dumplings…read morelook no further.THE Best in Monmouth County and although I'm not qualified best food in NJ. Got introduced to this place over a decade ago by my Asian friends and I have become a regular since then It's a hole in the wall in a shabby strip mall but don't let it bother you. You can eat in the sparse dining area help yourself to hot tea . It's the perfect take out place not a place for elegant dining. Not sure what to eat? Check out the white boards usually something for everyone For me the dumplings are the stars.

Shanghai Bun in West Windsor offers a decent dining experience for those craving authentic Chinese…read morecuisine. During a recent lunch outing with my son, we sampled a variety of dishes including pork soup dumplings, wine chicken (served at room temperature), spicy beef noodle soup, and pan-fried chive buns. The standout dish of the day was definitely the spicy beef noodle soup, which delivered bold flavors and just the right amount of spice to tantalize the taste buds. The pork soup dumplings and pan-fried chive buns were also enjoyable, meeting our expectations in terms of taste and quality. In terms of service, we found the staff to be attentive and accommodating, ensuring that our needs were promptly met throughout the meal. While Shanghai Bun may not be for everyone, it delivers solid food and service that are in line with expectations. Overall, it's a decent option for a casual lunch, and I wouldn't hesitate to return in the future.

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4.3(116 reviews)
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If you have a "craving Chinese stomach" like me, this place is a literal lifesaver. All Blue…read moreChinese Cuisine in Edison serves up authentic Sichuan and Jianghu-style dishes that instantly transported me back home! We ordered the Pickled Pepper Frog with Chicken, Stir Fry Chicken Giblets and Throat and Stew Tofu with Crab Roe. The overall vibe? Pure happiness. The Food Breakdown: Pickled Pepper Frog with Chicken An absolute genius pairing! The bullfrog and chicken are incredibly tender with zero gamey taste. Creatively, it's a 10/10. My only tiny critique is that it leans a bit salty, but it's perfect when paired with white rice. The more you eat, the more addictive it gets! Stew Tofu with Crab Roe You have to get a scoop of this. The golden crab roe sauce perfectly coats the silken tofu. It's savory, sweet, and velvety, which beautifully cuts through the heat of the other spicy dishes. I could honestly down three bowls of rice just mixing it with this sauce. Plus, the portion size is huge and super affordable.

Decent Sichuan place by NJ standards. Ordered 3 dishes for takeout…read more Didnt like the cumin lamb which is usually one of my favorites. Won't order that again. Gizzard and spicy fish dishes were good. In fact the spicy fish was better than most other places.. the sauce they used was really flavorful. Not too spicy Dishes a little on the smaller side.

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I ordered from Noodle Is Calling because the reviews suggested something approaching joy…read more Two stars, which is to say, I ate it, and then wondered why. The system worked beautifully at first. Their website promised pickup in 20 minutes. I left the The Heldrich Hotel and made the ten minute walk, only to find my order already being bagged. Efficiency like that gives a person hope. Hope, as it turns out, is fragile. Back in the room, I opened the containers immediately. Spicy beef noodles with hand pulled noodles in a beef and pork broth, along with steamed pork soup dumplings that had been spoken of with reverence online. The dumplings were cold. Not warm, not cooling. Cold, like they had been waiting longer than I had. They had fused together into a single tragic mass. When I tried to separate them, the dough tore open and the soup filling spilled out into the container, abandoning its purpose. How this happened during a ten minute walk is a mystery. The more likely answer is that it did not. The noodles were at least hot. The flavor was fine. Not offensive, not memorable, just present. You eat it, and it disappears from your mind almost immediately. This is a place people seem to love, which makes the experience feel like a clerical error in the matrix. Perhaps it was an off night. Perhaps I caught them at the exact wrong moment, but on this particular evening, dinner felt less like a meal and more like a misunderstanding.

Away from home for few nights, one of the best dinner I had, order the door dash at around 5:45pm,…read moreand delivery arrive 30 mins later, perfect timing. The spicy noodles soup and house specials noodles were exceed my expectations, beef were tender and juicy, hot soup warm away my tiredness. I recommend this restaurant.

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Ugly Dumpling - Edison, NJ - Pork XLB

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3.7(482 reviews)
1.2 mi
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Fast, efficient, tasty food at a fair price point... what else can you ask for? Do expect crowds…read moreon a fri or sat night, but worth the wait. Favorites are soup dumplimg sampler, pork chop fried rice and soy garlic wings and orange chicken.. Was so hungry forgot to take pictures. One item that is no longer on menu but... often available if you ask nicely is spinach and garlic, another favorite.

Not sure what happened here.. I've eaten this once at a different location and it was delicious and…read moreamazing. We started with chicken soup dumplings, good but not anything I'd go crazy over. The scallions pancakes are perfect, and between the honey lemonade and scallion pancakes I was ready to come back. Our eyes were sparkling and we were ready for the next round. When our chicken and broccoli finally arrived, after the rice, I was so confused. Something tasted off, and I found myself wondering if it was the serving spoon (used it to eat bc I couldn't wait to ask) soon I discovered it was a fishy smell/taste and was definitely coming from the meal. My husband, finding the same, asked what was in the chicken and broccoli. Our waitress informed us they've heard this before and it's not fish, but mushroom, giving it some flavor which I couldn't hear as she was practically whispering at this point. We replaced it with an order of orange chicken, which was good, but that fish taste ruined the meal for us, honestly. Anyway, not sure if we'll ever be back, but decided to warn others. I googled it, and there's no recipe online but either way, we shouldn't be smelling and tasting rotten fish when having chicken and broccoli. The place looks nice, is it an old gas station?

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Ugly Dumpling - Edison, NJ - Front entrance

Front entrance

Ugly Dumpling - Edison, NJ - Stir-fried noodles

Stir-fried noodles

Ugly Dumpling - Edison, NJ - Pork wonton... its good coz its spicy but quality of meat is nahhh... too chewy

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Pork wonton... its good coz its spicy but quality of meat is nahhh... too chewy

Lao Wu Authentic Shanghai Dumpling - shanghainese - Updated October 2026

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