Great food here always!…read more We decided to eat here after line dancing at the Boston Common. We ordered mapo tofu and the kung pao chicken with rice. Both yummy and delicious. A bit spicy but so good couldn't stop eating! We were so full! Service was friendly and food came out fairly quickly. Place was crowded lots of people which is always a good sign. This is a beautiful restaurant, very elegant decor. Overall great experience!

I came here with my mom and fiancé on a Wednesday evening, after seeing good reviews. It's a pretty…read moresmall spot right off of the Common. We ordered the pork xiaolongbao (soup dumplings), the shengjianbao (pan-fried pork buns), honey walnut shrimp, the stir-fried sliced beef, the water spinach w/ fermented bean sauce, and the stir-fried lotus roots. The beef, shrimp, water spinach, and XLBs were the high points. The beef was cooked in a slightly numbing sauce. The shrimp was perfectly crispy and doused in the signature sweet sauce. We didn't prefer the shengjiangbao, because the filling was a bit dry rather than juicy. The lotus roots were also pretty lightly seasoned - we had expected some more flavor. This is a solid Chinese spot in Boston! I think there are a ton of classic dishes done well. The service was a bit slow to me (it took about 30 min to get our first appetizers and we had to prompt for the check). It didn't wow me overall, but it was tasty.

Wanted some chinese food and came here for Shanghai cuisine. I think there's a restaurant in…read moreShanghai that has the same name as this place, but I don't think they're run by the same owners. We ordered all the traditional shanghainese dishes and it's pretty decent. However, the 小笼包 skin is too thick. 红烧肉 was pretty good, and my favorite was the 上海炒面。 Service was alright too. We got a couple coupons for a nearby bakery when paying so that was nice.

I came here for dinner with a friend on a Wednesday night around 6pm, no reservations needed. We…read morejust walked in and were seated within a few minutes. We ordered: Beijing Roasted Duck - Flavor was good but can be improved. Skin could be crispier and meat a less dry. Honestly surprised this is "half" a duck as there wasn't much meat. I feel like it's a quarter of the duck. I like that they gave perfect amount of wraps, cucumbers and green onion to pair with it. You have to eat it with hoisin sauce, the OG way. Not sure why they provided the other sauce - my friend and I didn't even touch it. String beans with sesame salt - Would not order again. There is a fermented taste to it. General Tso Chicken - Barely spicy but so good. Must order!

Ordered lunch from here on DoorDash at work. General gso chicken and chicken wings well done. The…read moregso wasn't spicy enough for my preference but was still good. Would order again but not a must have lock in.

The food was fresh and has good portions. This was my first time stopping in to eat and the food…read morereviews are spot on. But, when I first entered, I was concerned that there was no one else dining on a Sunday at 1pm. All of the food came out extra hot, which I love. Soup dumplings have plenty of liquid, no sombrero-like dumplings here! Ma Po Tofu could've been spicier & make sure you get it with pork IMO but it was still a yummy dish. My family loves rice cake noodle but I don't because the noodle is often gummy-chewy but this one was just right and they don't use snow cabbage like most places. The eggplant had lots of wood mushrooms so that's a huge plus since we love that veg. Definitely needed the 2 bowls of white rice for the sauce from the eggplant & tofu dishes. The staff are nice. The woman server spoke Mandarin and the kitchen staff also speak Cantonese.

we enjoyed their food both in person and door dash. definitely coming back. we had the stir fried…read morenoodle and soup dumplings

Rating depends on what you order! A bit pricey for dumplings, but they are pretty solid…read more The sesame chicken is a 2...very dry, wouldn't order again. The sauce was tasty though! The peanut dumplings were decent, about 3.5, would definitely eat again but not my first choice. The soup dumplings are a 5, so delicious! Will definitely be back for these. The cheese and shrimp potstickers are also great, although much improved by a tangy/vinegar dumpling sauce which they do not come with. The first time I tried them I happened to have sauce from other dumplings to dip them in and it was perfect! The tangy flavor really complimented the richness of the cheese. The second time I tried them I didn't have any sauce, and they were still really good but not the same. The vibe is almost like a crab rangoon but with a soft shell instead of hard, very comforting! All around pretty decent! Especially the dumplings

For a quick late lunch, I stopped by Shanghai Fresh on a Thursday afternoon. The place was…read morerelatively empty so I received seating immediately. I ordered the 雪菜肉丝炒年糕 Stir Fried Rice Cake with Pork & Mustard Greens ($17.95). It wasn't too oily, and had extra strong wok hei / 鍋氣. That puts it above the random neighborhood Chinese restaurant's version. That said, the portion size was probably halved. The interior seemed well put together. The bronzed teapot looked a lot better than the beat up stainless steel sort. The complimentary salt and pepper peanuts cemented the details. Personally, I would like a larger portion size, but I think the price point and offering caters to a more modern sensibility.

Consistently solid. One of the few places to get certain Shanghainese dishes. Love the tea they…read moreserve before the food arrives. I'll always have a soft spot for this place.

Recommended by my friend, this pan-fried bun生煎 place isn't far from MFA Boston. The little place is…read moreincredibly popular and well-known among Boston's Chinese student community. Shanghai Classic Pork Pan-Fried Buns上海生煎饅頭: I was instantly hooked! It's hard to imagine finding such good pan-fried buns in the US. Almost every table ordered them, so they were all freshly made, piping hot. The bun was made with unleavened dough, making it chewy and refreshing, with a light, crispy bottom--not oily or hard. The meat filling was substantial and tender, with plenty of broth (see picture). It was sweeter than salty, incredibly umami. The chili oil was also very fragrant, and dipping it in Zhenjiang vinegar enhanced the flavor and cut through the greasiness. Shredded Pork & Preserved Vegetable Noodle Soup雪菜肉絲麵: The noodles were thin and round, with a soft, mushy texture. While the noodles were clearly machine-made, this isn't a problem in the Yangtze River Delta region; the issue was likely overcooking. The shredded pork were well-stirred, with tender meat, but the noodles lacked flavor. They had to be eaten with the pickled mustard greens雪菜 to be slightly salty, and the umami flavor was severely diluted. The tableware is all disposable, and tipping is not mandatory. It's quite affordable.

We're from Shanghai and love the food here. We used to just get the shenjian mantou, but recently…read moretried several other items: the scallion oil noodles (very fragrant and addictive), the shepherds purse wontons (my favorite, and hard to find), the pork and pickled vegetables noodle soup (reminds me of what my grandma used to serve), and they had seasonal flaky meat-filled mooncakes that my daughter and husband loved. It's small and no frills but very clean, and the staff were helpful and patient, and I appreciate the lack of harsh cleaner scents that dominate so many otherwise good restaurants. My mom typically requires more "ambience" when dining out but will always happily go here. I don't live in the area or would be going regularly, but stop at least once whenever I'm back in the area. We also have food allergies, which can be tricky for eating out, but they clearly knew their ingredients and cooking processes well so we felt safe eating the food.

Would definitely come back!!! Best to come with a bigger group and you get to share and try…read moreeverything. We were five people and we shared the following: - papaya salad - bokchoy - Brussel sprouts - pan roasted salmon - nasi goreng - pork bao buns - pork and chive dumplings I can't even pick which ones were my fave (maybe the nasi goreng) but they all complemented each other so well. Don't skip the dessert!! Cocktail was insane as well, had the bloodlust which had a nice spicy kick to it. Coming back soon for more. Service was quick and they gave us a birthday cake on the house for friend's bday!

Myers+Chang is a modern Asian-inspired restaurant that blends flavors from across East and…read moreSoutheast Asia into a menu built around small, shareable plates. We walked into a space with an energetic atmosphere, an open kitchen, a lively dining room, and a contemporary design that makes the restaurant feel both casual and polished. The layout encourages ordering several dishes for the table, and the variety across the menu makes it easy to build a meal that feels different with each visit. The small plates are the biggest draw because they let you try a wide range of flavors without committing to a single entrée. The pork belly buns are one of the signature dishes, featuring tender pork inside soft steamed buns with a balance of sweet and savory flavors. The dan dan noodles are another standout with their rich, spicy sauce, while the Brussels sprouts have developed a strong following thanks to their crispy texture and bold seasoning. We also appreciated that many dishes are available as half portions, making it easier to sample more of the menu without ordering too much food. The menu offers a good balance between familiar favorites and more creative dishes, with each plate feeling thoughtfully prepared and packed with flavor. There are also plenty of vegetarian and vegan options, making it easy for groups with different dietary preferences to find something they enjoy. The service matched the pace of the restaurant during our visit. The staff were attentive, dishes came out steadily as they were ready, and the servers were helpful with recommendations for building a meal around multiple small plates. The restaurant stays busy throughout the evening, so making a reservation is a good idea, especially for dinner or larger groups. Myers+Chang is one of the better places in Boston for creative Asian-inspired small plates. The combination of bold flavors, shareable portions, lively atmosphere, and consistently strong service makes it a restaurant that is easy to return to, especially if you enjoy trying a variety of dishes instead of ordering a traditional entrée.

A dinner with my Korean friends revealed my current favorite Chinese restaurant in Boston!…read more Soup Steamed Dumplings Pork 小籠包: The dumplings were large, incredibly juicy, and the meat filling was tender and smooth. The seasoning was only slightly sweet, perfectly complementing the freshness of the meat. These were the best Xiaolongbao I've had in the US, although the skin was a bit soggy and unappetizing. Pork & Leeks Dumpling: My friend ordered these, opting for pan-fried dumplings. They were piping hot, incredibly fragrant, and the meat filling was tender. The chive flavor was mild, which is perfect since I don't like chives lol. A touch of vinegar was definitely needed to cut through the richness! Sliced Fish Szechuan Style: Calling them "sliced fish" is a bit of a stretch; "fish fillets" would be more accurate. They were probably made with basa fish, and the fish was incredibly tender, almost melting in your mouth. The broth was fragrant, and the numbing and spicy flavor was authentic, earning high praise from my friend from Sichuan. Lamb with Ginger & Scallions Onion: A perfectly good Beijing dish, but it was prepared with the feel of a Cantonese stir-fry, which suited my Cantonese palate perfectly. The lamb was incredibly tender, with no gamey taste, and stir-fried until the oil was visible but the sauce wasn't thickened. The sweetness of the onions and carrots added to the complex flavor. Sweet and Sour Pork Tenderloin: Just average, like a typical Shanghai style home-cooked meal. Nothing special to say. General Gao's Tofu 左宗豆腐: My first time trying the famous "General Tso" (I don't know why they call it General Gao) series of American Chinese cuisine. It felt similar to the technique used in Shanghainese "Kung Pao宮保." A slightly sweet and sour flavor with the aroma and mild spiciness of dried chili peppers, the ingredients were deep-fried and coated in a thick sauce. The tofu was overcooked, the edges were hard, and the sauce became a bit watery towards the end. This dish was just okay.

I ordered the lunch special chicken and broccoli through DoorDash. It came with this dark brown…read moresoup with mushrooms- wasn't sure what it was so I didn't try it (also 93 degrees so not in a soup mood lol). Even though it was a lunch special, I was actually really happy with the portion size. A normal container of rice and separate container of the entree. The biggest issue was the taste. It was just muted and kind of bland. The sauce also had a really oily, almost slimy consistency. It kept separating, so there was a layer of oil on top and the sauce underneath. A lot of the time, it honestly felt like I was just eating oil instead of sauce. The rice was great tho- really fluffy and soft. Cooked perfectly

The name Wings Kitchen was a little deceiving because I was expecting chicken wings, but it's…read moreactually a small, traditional Chinese restaurant. We only ordered one dish to share - the chicken and Chinese sausage with black mushroom casserole. It took a little while to prepare, but when it arrived, the server mixed everything together and served it into our bowls. This was unexpected for an Asian restaurant in Chinatown. The dish was very tasty, warm, and comforting. It was definitely a generous enough portion to share. The service was friendly but not especially attentive. The restaurant itself is very small, with only a limited number of tables, so we had about a 10-minute wait. Looking around, the other dishes coming out of the kitchen looked delicious and were very generous portions as well. I'll definitely be back to try some of the other dishes.

A unsuspecting hole in the wall downstairs in the basement of a chinatown building offering some of…read morethe best Chinese food with the typical mediocre/borderline rude service. Their best dishes are the emperors chicken and braised tofu. Like many restaurants there are some hits and misses, but the empires chicken and braised tofu are home runs.