After a few days, I was really craving Asian food, and we happened upon this charming spot. The staff was warm and welcoming, and hearing Mandarin spoken by both the staff and other diners made it feel like we'd found the right place. The food was flavorful, satisfying, and true to what I'm used to. I'd definitely come back--though it is a bit out of the way. read more

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I would give this 3.5 stars if an option* After a late flight the night before, I ordered a massive amount of delivery to fill the void of my refrigerator until I could go grocery shopping after the holiday. I can't comment on the service or ambiance as this food was delivered. The portions were large. I was taken a back since the lo mein and eggplant were lunch portions, and usually you can expect a small serving, but not at this restaurant. Also, the lunch entrees came with a side of soup, which made this an even better deal (both were $13.95). While the food was delivered hot and packaged well, some of the items were great, and some fell flat due to texture issues. I really like the fried crab wontons, lo mein, and hot and sour soup. They hit the spot. I didn't enjoy the Hunan shrimp as the shrimp didn't taste fresh and had an odd texture to it. The eggplant also was overcooked so was somewhat a sloppy, dough like consistency when eating, which was kind of off putting. If returning, I would opt for the lo mein and soup. read more

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We didn't come here by choice but simply bc we were looking for something around the area to replace our original dining place. So glad we did! From the first walk-in with the friendly upbeat greeting and suggesting things to order and to check on us every couple of times just to see if we need anything else. Place is clean and pretty and seems like there is a second level perhaps? We ordered soup dumplings, scallion pancakes, crispy beef and walnut shrimp. All were so tasty and delicious! We will for sure be back here again! read more

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I love everything! This really satisfies my craving for Chinese food not in just taste but in ambiance. In DC there is a tendency to have everything newly renovated, efficient, and to commercialize the small business. This place has really kept its charm, its still a brick-and-mortar restaurant that has hand-painted decals on the wall. We were immediately greeted by welcoming staff. The pleasant part of this experience was how encouraging the customers were. Once we told the waiter it was our first time there, those listening were eager to tell us what to order, but overall everyone said that everything on the menu was delicious! I think that's a really good sign that they have been here for a long time, kept people well fed, and most heart warmingly, kept people well taken care of. We trusted the opinion of our waiter and got a variety of really good dishes that were also affordable! I really appreciate a Chinese restaurant that sticks to nostalgic flavors. Nothing too sweet. We got to really taste the umami that's brought out of steamed pork and smokiness from chili oil. There is also a really underrated tea selection and over time we were realizing that the tableware was adorable down to the spoons and tea pots! read more

Shanghai Lounge - Soup A21. Six Piece House Hand Made Dumpling - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Great customer service! Beautiful location! My only issue was the food that my boyfriend and I ordered to go. The crispy beef was simply overcooked and not enjoyable, making it hard to believe the other reviews of it. I'd likely give them another try at something else but for this being my first time, I was hoping for more since it's a popular dish. read more

I can't wait till they have a few tables or a little window bar! Sidebar: (Does anyone remember that "mom and pop" Korean place run by the older couple in Mt. Pleasant? Or the early days of Thai X-ing on Fla Ave!? That was an EXPERIENCE, and memories I'll always cherish) I went a la cart all the way on the Appetizer Menu: ~The Dan Dan Noodles!!! The al dente chewiness and perfectly spiced (peanut?) sauce... was so comforting on a cold a.. night. ~The Soup Dumplings and the dipping sauce, were honestly unexpectedly flavorful and truly tasted hand made. If they're not home made, these chefs work some cooking sorcery. They were much more substantial and flavorful than the bland ones I had at that trendy "Soup Dumpling" place in Ballston. (so unremarkable I can't recall the name) ~ Service : We ordered ahead, walked the 15-20 minutes and it was piping hot and ready by the time we arrived. The food was still warm by the time we got home. My 3 appetizers totaled $22 w/ tax and they fully satisfied my hunger, and I'm a thick 6' 2" dude. Ambience: TBH I wasn't paying attention due to the stimulating convo I was having, but it seemed sufficiently clean and tidy/ well maintained, and unpretentious. I like that. read more

Most authentic Szechuan food in the District. The MaPo Tofu, Beef Tendon, Kung Pao Chicken and Singapore Noodles are stand-outs on the menu. read more

Stopped by this location after an afternoon in the Dumbarton oaks garden - absolutely a pleasure to speak with the staff. It's a pretty laid back shop that gets a ton of to go orders with both Chinese Chinese & American Chinese food where both sides are quite delicious. Will come back for the dry hot pot ! read more

Shanghai Lounge - P11. Sad Eggplant with Pork - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My only gripe with this place is that it's all the way in Georgetown Otherwise, everything is pretty on point. Service is good. Food is excellent. Top dishes I'd recommend: - soup dumplings - general tso's (SO crispy and good) - salt & pepper prawns (huge and crispy!) When I heard this place won AWARDS for general tso's I was like... Ok how good can it really be right Lemme tell you, it can be pretty freaking good. I was amazed every time I took another piece of chicken. Highly recommend read more

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Shanghai is unassuming from the outside. Inside is big with flavor. Asian fusion restaurants you never know what there take on " fusion" will be. This establishment crushes it. The kung pao chicken was amazing. It level of spice was at the perfect amount of heat. Just enough to create a level of flavor without being overwhelming. I loved it. The service was ok. They did their job but were unconcerned if I enjoying my meal. I would have stayed longer to complement the chef and order more food. read more

Shanghai Lounge - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The intestines were my favorite part of the meal!! It was not too fatty and had a little kick of spice to it. If you can eat intestines, I highly recommend. It's on their new menu. Also on the new menu, we got the sweet and sour pork. The pork does have bones in it, but the sauce is delicious. This was my friend's favorite. For a veggie dish, we ordered the mapo tofu. I thought this was lacking compared to other mapo tofus I've had but I usually like more meat and smaller softer tofu in my mapo tofu. You might really like this. Service was good and quick. Everyone there spoke Chinese and were very friendly. The interior of the restaurant is decorated nicely. Check out this place for more authentic chinese food if you're in Georgetown! read more

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best tofu + dumplings, authentic fare, and lovely staff, a must every time that I am in D.C.

Amazing place! Many menu items... the ambiance is just perfect. A small, friendly place with big flavors and fantastic flawless service. On Sunday, it was easy street parking. Great portions, and both of my items were perfect, I can't wait to go back and try other entrées. read more

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The young lady took my order over the phone for dumplings that I needed for my sons project. They werent on the menu so they were made to order! Wow! That's impressive. While I waited, I ordered the lunch special; the shrimp and vegetables came with steamed rice and a spring roll. The rice was moist and not old and hard the way I've experienced lately! Also, the sauce with this dish was superb...there are no imposters here! I was really pleased. It's been a long time since someone got the sauce right. The ambience inside is quaint but very colorful. There is authentic art on the walls that is by a Shanghai artist. I will definitely be back! read more

Shanghai Lounge - Shrimp with vegetables! - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Was really craving some soup dumplings and found this place through Yelp in Washington Georgetown. It isn't a big place but the owner is pretty sweet. The pan dry hotpot was decent and the soup dumpling was not bad too. The milk tea was surprisingly good too, not overly sweet like most places. It is a nice Asian fusion place. read more

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I got takeout - steamed veggies and tofu with garlic sauce. It was very good! I'll be coming back.

Shanghai Lounge is a classic fast food Chinese stop and you can get your regular selection of lo mein, soups, fried rice, and spicy meat with veggies. The inside is a little grimy so I always takeout and the only con is that in my opinion, the food doesn't reheat well, so I prefer to order only what I would eat that day. Otherwise, the food is tasty and the prices aren't bad. read more

Cozy, authentic Shanghainese restaurant & bar that harkens back to my childhood. It's a family business that serves both lunch and dinner and focuses on preparing classic dishes carefully. It sets itself apart with friendly and efficient tableside service. The fixed-price lunch menu is a great value. And that's saying something for Georgetown. I adore the orange chicken here. The very fresh citrus sauce gives the dish a noticeable depth that's lacking at other Chinese eateries. The garlic pork entrée has a real zing; it features a lovely dark sauce that brings out the flavor of all the ingredients. Not to be missed are the house handmade dumplings -- they're marvelous. The dumplings can be stuffed with various fillings. I get the vegetable ones, and make sure they're pan-fried. An excellent dipping sauce accompanies this appetizer. The miso soup is not the best, however. I've been a customer off and on since they opened, in 2011. Shanghai Lounge has staying power for all the right reasons. It's worth a trip. read more

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This food is so good!!! This might be the best mapo tofu I've ever had!!! The people are also very friendly. I love real Sichuan food and it can be hard to find, so this is my new favorite! read more

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Words cannot compare to how great the staff, food, and little restaurant is. I stumbled across this place while walking around Georgetown and was beyond pleased when I finished my meal. The level of authenticity for Chinese cuisine is spectacular. At the end of my meal I also grabbed a taro milk tea with boba and it was the happy ending to my meal. The staff is so kind and accommodating, and I had a wonderful conversation with each. I'm grateful to have stopped and found a place that reminds me of my grandmothers cooking. read more

Shanghai Lounge - Lo Mein (chicken), A21. Six Piece House Hand Made Dumpling SP2. Hot and Sour Veggie Soup - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Do you like to pee your poop? Then Shanghai Lounge is the restaurant for you. Be amazed at the wrong order being delivered an hour late.. marvel at the oversized, undercooked, fatty pieces of pork in your rice. Feel compelled to overtip because you feel bad for how awful the service was. You'll leave thinking "why the hell did I order from here?" read more

Authentic, with some dishes not seen elsewhere. But also wasn't very impressionable. It's good - but just take-out Chinese good, in my opinion - if anything. I had the A5 - golden mushroom salad (was just okay), the A9 - Shanghai steamed pork buns (was delicious even if they were each tiny and only had pork options for these soup dumplings), B1 - crispy shredded beef (was okay), and P6 - sautéed vermicelli with ground pork (was okay). read more

Just ordered for the first time in a year or so. Uber delivery. Disappointed. Used to be top notch Chinese food. Went from B+ to C leval food. The memory of slightly crispy Kang Pao chicken with lots of chicken and peanuts and a sauce with a kick to it is now replaced with slightly soggy chicken with lots of green peppers, onions and a handful of peanuts in an uninspired sauce. Don't worry about eating a hot pepper because there were none. LO Mein with chicken. Consisted of overcooked noodles in a bland sauce with chicken? Yup, after hunting for a couple of minutes I found a few slivers of chicken hiding beneath the bland noodles. Perhaps 50 cents worth of protein. Another one is off our list. read more

Shanghai Lounge - Kang C4. Kung Pao Chicken after we ate the chicken - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Nice little spot in Georgetown area. Recently acquired under new management, but kept the same menu for the time being. From speaking with the employees, they are looking to add some Szechuan dishes! Everything ordered was tasty and flavorful! The service was courteous and fast. Parking was whatever you can find along Wisconsin Avenue. Would definitely be back for more! Enjoy! read more

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We came here on a whim after our original dinner choice didn't work out. We're glad that we did because everything we tried was solid. We got the pork dumplings which we quickly regretted not ordering more. The hot and sour soup also ended up being perfect for a rainy day. The Ma Po Tofu had some great flavor but could of used some more spice. We also tried the cucumber salad and scallion pancakes. The cucumber salad was a nice refreshing palate cleanser. I would probably skip the scallion pancakes next time, since it just felt like it was missing something without a sauce. Overall, good food and a place that I would definitely come back to and try some of the other dishes. read more

Shanghai Lounge - Ma Po Tofu - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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We ordered Ma Po Tofu but it was too spicy with Sichuan pepper, so we had to return it. Then tried the Kung Pao, but it turned out very oily and fried, which wasn't clear on the menu. We couldn't eat either, yet still had to pay for both. A little description of the dishes would have helped. read more

Ok everyone, we unfortunately have never had an experience like this in any customer service related business. We come here frequently, but this time, after ordering off the website, we showed up at the time for pick up and sat for just over an hour as we watched others come in and out picking up their orders. We asked many times about ours as we were needing to pick up something at this point and could have gone someplace else, but were constantly told they're working on it. They had ultimately lost the order and then proceeded to bring it out finally, but 74 minutes late? Handed it over and no word on comping any item on the $89 order! So I asked, and was told to contact the delivery system on their website to complain (??) I don't think that's the customers responsibility! So, nothing to improve the customer service and that was it. I very highly recommend to not go to this restaurant, money is their bottom line, not the customer. I was nice and understanding, but was not treated the same. I hope the owner reads this because you not only lost our business but our friends in the neighborhood also. Very unkind, money driven and no respect for the people you serve and we obviously we won't be back. read more

Food was great, but no options for utensils??? Would have liked an option for a fork.

Good service and great food!! We even got free bubble tea for Mother's Dayhighly recommend their frog dish read more

Shanghai Lounge - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The food was delicious and the service was great! We wanted dim sum and got several appetizers and they were all amazing! Would come back

Great place to try lots of regional dishes at a very reasonable price. Shanghai Lounge does a good job of attractively plating and presenting all the favorites with good flavor and distinct textures. Some of my favorite items here are the shanghai steamed pork bun, which has a nice flavor with the pork filling though it was a bit light on the soup. The house-made scallion pancakes which are nicely pan-fried with a good number of layers and not too salty. The shanghai stir-fried pork with rice cake which had a nice chewiness to the rice cakes and a strong helping on black pepper. The sichuan chili boiled fish which was more fragrant than spicy, with a good level of tenderness to the fish. The mushroom chicken which had nice tender chicken with a good mix of flavorful mushroom. The fried tofu hot pot which was intensely flavorful, with a very strong flavor of garlic and onion that helped to heighten the flavor of the dish. Finally, the cumin lamb which was prepared very tender and had the pepper and onion absorb all the delicious flavors of the dish. The fat was rendered out perfectly to avoid any gamey flavor. Overall, great place to enjoy delicious dishes with others. I'd definitely come back here on another trip in the future. read more

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I was in the mood for some good Chinese food....and I found it here. Teleworking from home and craving Chinese food for lunch, I scoured the web researching several restaurants and decided to take a chance on Shanghai Lounge. Finding decent a chinese food spot in DC is like looking for a needle in a haystack. With so many Chines restaurants and carry-outs within a block radius in the city, it still is a "hit or miss" situation....unless you head out to neighboring VA (Eden Garden Center / Baileys Crossroads) or Montgomery County, MD. Well, the food was not only appealing at Shanghai Lounge but was good....actually, very good! I ordered through GrubHub for takeout. It was prepared quick, fresh and fast. I ordered the General Tso Chicken, Cumin Lamb, Salt Pepper Prawns and Hot & Sour Soup. To start the Hot & Sour soup was just okay and was the least favorite. It was a little bland for my liking but still decent. The Salt Pepper Prawns on the other hand was really good. It was crispy and the shrimp were plump and juicy. On to the main dishes, the General Tso and Cumin Lamb, both were delicious. The General Tso Chicken was crispy with lots of actual chunks of chicken as oppose to breading. The General Tso's sauce was perfect.....great flavor, with hints of citrus and a light spicy heat. A thumbs up on this dish. The Cumin Lamb did not disappoint either. It was a huge portion and the thinly sliced lamb was tender and full of fresh ground cumin flavor, garlic and spices. Both dishes were reasonably priced and the generous servings paired with white rice provided more than enough to share. Overall, 3.5 to 4 Stars! The food was delicious and the service....was fast and friendly. Shanghai Lounge proved to not be a bad option at all. The menu is extensive and the prices are fair considering it is located in the pricey Georgetown neighborhood. Definitely a place I would try again. read more

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Excellent choice if you're looking for authentic Asian food. Small restaurant located in the Georgetown neighborhood. We tried many dishes among the ten of us that went as a group. All were excellent. Service was slow but that's to be expected with the large group that we came with and surprised them with. They were able to get us seated quickly and were attentive to our needs. This is a great choice if your looking for authentic Asian food in DC. read more

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I've ordered from this restaurant a few times now, and it has beat out my usual go to (withholding the name to protect the innocent lol). I've had egg drop soup, which was very flavorful and helped soothe my upset stomach, and vegetable fried R8. Lovely Fried Rice 私房炒饭, as well as spring rolls beore. I've never had spring rolls this flaky or fresh. They were delicious and the vegetable fried rice is the best I've had in the area. Last night, I ordered the Black Mushroom with Shanghai Bokchoy 香菇菜心 and a side of fried rice. This is where the star is deducted. The fried rice side, while flavorful, is a bit on the dry side. However, the entree was delicious! Now, the true test. My boyfriend is very picky about his Chinese food, but he devoured the chicken fried rice he ordered last night. He was a bit iffy on trying Shanghai Lounge since he is also a creature of habit, but trusted my taste buds and has now declared it "our spot." You will have leftovers, but that's fine because youll want them. Thats how good they are. read more

My dad and I have been ordering carry out from here once a week for many years now. Our favorite dishes include the Kung Pao Tofu, Dry Hotpot (all in 1 meal!), sad/hally eggplant, shredded pork with chilis, tiger peppers, and szechuan fish. I swear shanghai lounge makes up 25% of my total diet. The staff are always very nice and accommodating and I hope this place stats around forever. read more

Not too shabby! 3.5 stars but I'll round up! With my friend and boyfriend, the three of us shared: Apps -Xiao Long Bao (soup dumplings, but on the menu it's A11: Steamed Pork Bun--but they aren't buns??) -Dan Dan Noodles (appetizer size) Mains -Lamb Dry Hot Pot: Probably my favorite thing we ate! -Crispy Green Beans -Sad Eggplant (Yes, that's what it is actually called on the menu. It was a large eggplant with noodles and veggies served on top.) Lamb dry hot pot was yummy! We shared this and we each got individual cups of rice at no extra charge. I liked the crispy green beans too and found them flavorful. Out of everything, the dan dan noodles were a bit disappointing and lacked sauce, but luckily it was just appetizer size. I enjoyed the soup dumplings (again, they should change the name on the menu to soup dumplings and not steamed buns!), but there wasn't a lot of soup inside. We all also thought the eggplant could use more flavor but the noodles and vegetables on top of the eggplant dish were pretty good. Service was good and the waiter answered all of our questions, like "What's the difference between the happy eggplant and the sad eggplant?" The answer: one of them is more spicy. I can't remember now if it was the sad or happy eggplant that is the spicer one. If you like spice, specify that more because none of the food items that were supposed to be spicy were actually that spicy. This is coming from someone who can typically only handle mild-medium spice. :P We walked over from 31st & Wisconsin in Georgetown and it was about a 20 minute walk from the main street in Georgetown, closer to the Safeway between Georgetown/Glover Park. With the lack of really delicious Chinese restaurants in D.C. proper, the food was comforting on a semi-chilly day and we all left with our bellies full and happy. read more

Shanghai Lounge - D5. Lamb Hot Pot - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

About a 3-3.5: Shanghai Lounge is a 2-floor Chinese restaurant in the Glover Park neighborhood. Menu is extensive, offering items such as edamame, seaweed salad, Chinese cucumber salad, garlic salad, and small and pepper sol fish; soups; chicken/beef/lamb/pork/seafood/veggie entrees, and dry hot pot. The hubs and I came here for an early lunch, and we ordered: Dan Dan Noodles (ground pork, stir-fried Chinese sauteed vegetables, and noodles); Spicy Pork Wontons; Sesame Paste with Cold Noodles; handmade Pork Dumplings (xiao long bao); and, pan-fried pork dumplings. Both the noodle dishes were forgettable, as the noodles were slightly overcooked and were not drained properly, so the sauces and the noodle water made it a bit watered down. Same went for the spicy wontons - the dumplings could have been drained more, or the chili oil could have been more flavorful. The dan dan's sauce and the sesame paste were both bland, and we were disappointed, as we were looking for something spicy and savory. The xiao long baos were pretty tasty; the skin was thin, and while the broth seemed to have left each of the dumplings, they were still tasty. I just wished that the broth was contained! The favorite were the pan-fried pork dumplings - these were really delicious and I could have ordered 10 more of these! The skin wasn't too thick, and it was filled with juiciness. The dishes are quite small - think of shareables/tapas, but literally between 2 people. Service was very welcoming and friendly, and there are some seating on the main floor and more upstairs. I'd definitely come back for the pan-fried pork dumplings and the xiao long baos, if in the area. +pan-fried pork dumplings +xiao long bao (mostly brothless T___T) +friendly service +limited residential parking read more

This restaurant is cozy, clean, warm, and friendly. The chef has a great mixture and seasoning of spices in the dishes. I recommend the garlic cucumber, very flavorful. I ordered the rice rolls and cumin chicken. Highly recommend this restaurant! read more

Shanghai Lounge - Garlic cucumber appetizer, stir friend rice rolls, and cumin chicken - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Pretty good Chinese food by D.C. standards! Came out here for the soup dumplings and they were just alright. They didn't have enough soup in them as I would've liked and were a little dry. However, it's tough to find really good soup dumplings in D.C. if you don't want to make the trek out to Rockville, so these are an ok substitute. Other dishes were flavorful and authentic and were prepared super fast - perfect for my impatient stomach! We got some sort of stir fry (I forgot exactly what it was) with pork and rice cakes in addition to the stir fried green beans that really hit the spot. We came here on a Friday night and the only available table was right by the door. With delivery people constantly coming in and out, it wasn't the best experience but we were thankful to immediately have a table for the 4 of us. read more

Shanghai Lounge - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

One of the best Chinese food spots in this area! And it's at a reasonable rate. The place is very cute and the service is good. The soup dumplings are amazingg. The portion sizes are also great too. read more