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Ordered takeout of Crab and pork soup dumplings, Shanghai shao mai dumplings, beef noodle soup and garlic cucumbers. The only items I enjoyed were the soup dumplings and cucumbers. There was something about the flavors of the shao mai I did not like but couldn't put a finger on. The beef noodle soup broth was tasteless and oily and on top of that I got less than a pint for the whole order. I would not return.
Really good Shanghai food here! It's a classic in the area. Soup dumplings is on the sweeter end of the spectrum but it was very enjoyable! Love their spicy chili oil - strong n spicy kick for sure!
Food Uber Eats delivered from Shanghai Restaurant. I did try their typical Chinese soup dumpling, but only a few times, since the dough of soup dumpling was too thick. Tried : 1) Shredded Eggplant w/ garlic - Not what I was expecting in the it had too much Chinese spices - I thought I tasted "Mala"spice. Some may actually love this, but that just personally not for me. I was expecting a very regular stir-fried eggplant with garlic hahaha. The chili sauce it was cooked in was rather watery. 2) Sweet & Sour Pork Ribs- Again, not what I was expecting. Pork ribs were good, on the ribs, meat tender. But the sauce was more soy sauce marinate based, rather than Sweet & Sour. Both dishes came with rice.
Love this place as always. Price did raise a bit because of inflation, but still reasonable. Noodle/Soup dishes are heart-warming and so fresh to have in a cold day, the sauteed/fried dishes are simple and scrumptious, and the pork soup dumplings have slightly thicker flour than other local soup dumplings... I also crave their Chili-Fried Chicken w/ Sichuan Pepper (now $14.95) from time to time. Come here for some authentic Shanghai food!
I was craving some Chinese food in NJ and stumbled upon this restaurant. It's a bit small inside, but they have a few outdoor tented tables as well. We were seated quickly on a Sunday afternoon at 1PM. We ordered the sweet and sour pork ribs, string beans, soup dumplings, and pan fried dumplings. The soup dumplings weren't my favorite. The dough was a bit chewy and dry, and they had minimal broth, but they tasted okay. The string beans and pan fried dumplings were pretty good. The sweet and sour spare ribs were so tender and flavorful! The only thing I'll say is that the food is a bit on the oilier side, but I didn't mind it too much. I'd definitely come back best if I'm craving Shanghainese food!
Really nice food here - can't complain about a hole in the wall that feels pretty dingy even by Asian cafeteria level standards. But they can make some good soup dumplings and that's worth coming here for alone. I mean it's not like Ding Tai Fong level (in Asia specifically) kind of stuff but it's about as good as you'll get around this area (and in NYC in general). The honorable mention item though goes to the hot oil spicy dumplings as the flavor is very authentic and has a great kick to it. The scallion pancakes here were kick ass though. It was not artery clogging greasy shit like what you get in the local takeouts and it had an almost airy quality to it that made it taste super awesome. This is a must get. The vegetables we ordered were fine and the regular dumplings were okay. But the items I mentioned above are the must gets (the wonton noodles were ok but it's the stuff up top that's worthy of stuffing your face with). Generally speaking really nice food and the folks here are pretty busy but attentive. If you want decent soup dumplings, come here!
Gonna miss this place, Simon is the best! Ordered today at their last day of operation. They will be back in February after renovations and a new format. I wish them the best for 2025 and on.
Small place with parking in the back. Met a friend for lunch on a weekday and we were the only guests in the place. We were greeted right away and served pretty quickly. Tried the spicy dim sum, pork belly and reg dim sum. All were decent. I will definitely return to try other dishes. Very plain with indoor and outdoor seating. Not fancy by any means but definitely hit the spot for a quick meal. Good prices, parking in back and good menu-they sell frozen dumplings for take out but my friend described them as meh. Will update review upon my second visit.
Top notch authentic Shanghainese cuisine! Might not be the most aesthetic spot but the food is really great. Shanghai pork soup dumplings ($8) - High quality classic option Shanghai shao mai ($8) - Delicious including sticky rice and yummy mushroom flavor inside Dumplings in spicy sauce ($8) - Indeed spicy which made my tongue/mouth tingly but good flavor Sweet red bean buns ($7) - Nice and fluffy and tasty Shanghai beef pan udon ($10) - Great as well, udon was deliciously chewy Prices were all very reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. The place is not the most glamorous but that just adds to the home cooked meal kind of vibe. The owner was friendly and the service speed was fast. There was no wait on a Friday night but there were a decent amount of people dining in. In addition to the indoor seating, they have a nice outdoor seating area with a tent kind of cover over each table. The restaurant is located several blocks past the busiest part of Main St, so it's a little bit away from the action. Overall, if you are looking for a low-key but tasty authentic Shanghainese restaurant in Fort Lee, I would highly recommend Shanghai Restaurant!
I remember being introduced to Chinese food other than takeout and I'll never forget the crispy chili chicken I had in jersey city. What a blend of spices! If I were to choose just one food forever, I'll get by with chili chicken and rice! And now I don't have to drive so far to get it! Chili chicken 5/5 Pork soup dumplings 5/5 Beef scallion pancake 5/5 5 parking spaces in the back. Outdoor seating has tents and a fan.
The food at this place is some of the best Shanghai cuisine that I've eaten outside of Shanghai itself. I absolutely love coming to this place... And every time I bring one of my friends or family, they agree. While it may not look like much from the outside, don't let it's appearance for you. Like I said, Shanghai restaurant has some of the best food and best service around. Everyone is friendly, the menu is super tight, and you won't regret ordering everything on the menu. Some of my favorite menu items are: Wonton soup Sautéed bok choy All of the Dumplings (homemade) Shredded eggplant and pork Scallion pancakes Order everything... Try everything... Enjoy everything Yum!
Not much of a dining area with a few outside tables, but the food will blow you away. Soup dumplings are amazing and the pan fried dumplings are definitely homemade. The service is swift and efficient. Must come back for more delicious meals.
I thought this restaurant had permanently closed down and I was so sad because we loved ordering from them. It appears that they recently re-opened, possibly under new management. I'm happy to report that the food is still as good as ever. I did a happy dance when I found them on GrubHub. We ordered the salt and pepper chicken. I'd previously tried it before but only the chil version which is INCREDIBLY hot (but delicious). I called them today and they confirmed they were able to prepare it not spicy. Total game changer! I was able to eat the chicken without a problem. It was as delightful as I remember minus the heat. Notes of cinnamon in it with perfect blend of self and pepper. And so crispy! I will be ordering from here again soon. So glad they're back! read more
We have driven down this road several times and recently wanted to stop and dine in Shanghai restaurant. Small and quiet Restaurant, the space is comfortable as you want to eat there. Surrounding the wall decor, there are small Business cards that read " 5 cats = free soup dumplings." Very unique and fun wallpaper, I found it remarkable at least over 100 have been part of the decor. The food was homemade and made tastefully without a lot of oil. The Wonton noodles was not made with egg noodles. Everything was fresh and for such a cold night, Shanghai restaurant hit the spot. Staff was friendly, all payments accepted, parking is available along the street. Dining options inside or outside in the pods (heat is provided too). read more
Ordered takeout of Crab and pork soup dumplings, Shanghai shao mai dumplings, beef noodle soup and garlic cucumbers. The only items I enjoyed were the soup dumplings and cucumbers. There was something about the flavors of the shao mai I did not like but couldn't put a finger on. The beef noodle soup broth was tasteless and oily and on top of that I got less than a pint for the whole order. I would not return. read more
3 years ago
Really good Shanghai food here! It's a classic in the area. Soup dumplings is on the sweeter end of the spectrum but it was very enjoyable! Love their spicy chili oil - strong n spicy kick for sure! read more
10 months ago
11 months ago
Tried this place recently for the first time and it was really good. The soup dumplings were delicious. I had the chili chicken which was way too spicy for me but I managed. Overall a great place and we will come back. read more
11 months ago
4 years ago
Food Uber Eats delivered from Shanghai Restaurant. I did try their typical Chinese soup dumpling, but only a few times, since the dough of soup dumpling was too thick. Tried : 1) Shredded Eggplant w/ garlic - Not what I was expecting in the it had too much Chinese spices - I thought I tasted "Mala"spice. Some may actually love this, but that just personally not for me. I was expecting a very regular stir-fried eggplant with garlic hahaha. The chili sauce it was cooked in was rather watery. 2) Sweet & Sour Pork Ribs- Again, not what I was expecting. Pork ribs were good, on the ribs, meat tender. But the sauce was more soy sauce marinate based, rather than Sweet & Sour. Both dishes came with rice. read more
Love this place as always. Price did raise a bit because of inflation, but still reasonable. Noodle/Soup dishes are heart-warming and so fresh to have in a cold day, the sauteed/fried dishes are simple and scrumptious, and the pork soup dumplings have slightly thicker flour than other local soup dumplings... I also crave their Chili-Fried Chicken w/ Sichuan Pepper (now $14.95) from time to time. Come here for some authentic Shanghai food! read more
4 years ago
I was craving some Chinese food in NJ and stumbled upon this restaurant. It's a bit small inside, but they have a few outdoor tented tables as well. We were seated quickly on a Sunday afternoon at 1PM. We ordered the sweet and sour pork ribs, string beans, soup dumplings, and pan fried dumplings. The soup dumplings weren't my favorite. The dough was a bit chewy and dry, and they had minimal broth, but they tasted okay. The string beans and pan fried dumplings were pretty good. The sweet and sour spare ribs were so tender and flavorful! The only thing I'll say is that the food is a bit on the oilier side, but I didn't mind it too much. I'd definitely come back best if I'm craving Shanghainese food! read more
Really nice food here - can't complain about a hole in the wall that feels pretty dingy even by Asian cafeteria level standards. But they can make some good soup dumplings and that's worth coming here for alone. I mean it's not like Ding Tai Fong level (in Asia specifically) kind of stuff but it's about as good as you'll get around this area (and in NYC in general). The honorable mention item though goes to the hot oil spicy dumplings as the flavor is very authentic and has a great kick to it. The scallion pancakes here were kick ass though. It was not artery clogging greasy shit like what you get in the local takeouts and it had an almost airy quality to it that made it taste super awesome. This is a must get. The vegetables we ordered were fine and the regular dumplings were okay. But the items I mentioned above are the must gets (the wonton noodles were ok but it's the stuff up top that's worthy of stuffing your face with). Generally speaking really nice food and the folks here are pretty busy but attentive. If you want decent soup dumplings, come here! read more
2 years ago
Gonna miss this place, Simon is the best! Ordered today at their last day of operation. They will be back in February after renovations and a new format. I wish them the best for 2025 and on. read more
4 years ago
Small place with parking in the back. Met a friend for lunch on a weekday and we were the only guests in the place. We were greeted right away and served pretty quickly. Tried the spicy dim sum, pork belly and reg dim sum. All were decent. I will definitely return to try other dishes. Very plain with indoor and outdoor seating. Not fancy by any means but definitely hit the spot for a quick meal. Good prices, parking in back and good menu-they sell frozen dumplings for take out but my friend described them as meh. Will update review upon my second visit. read more
4 years ago
Top notch authentic Shanghainese cuisine! Might not be the most aesthetic spot but the food is really great. Shanghai pork soup dumplings ($8) - High quality classic option Shanghai shao mai ($8) - Delicious including sticky rice and yummy mushroom flavor inside Dumplings in spicy sauce ($8) - Indeed spicy which made my tongue/mouth tingly but good flavor Sweet red bean buns ($7) - Nice and fluffy and tasty Shanghai beef pan udon ($10) - Great as well, udon was deliciously chewy Prices were all very reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. The place is not the most glamorous but that just adds to the home cooked meal kind of vibe. The owner was friendly and the service speed was fast. There was no wait on a Friday night but there were a decent amount of people dining in. In addition to the indoor seating, they have a nice outdoor seating area with a tent kind of cover over each table. The restaurant is located several blocks past the busiest part of Main St, so it's a little bit away from the action. Overall, if you are looking for a low-key but tasty authentic Shanghainese restaurant in Fort Lee, I would highly recommend Shanghai Restaurant! read more
I remember being introduced to Chinese food other than takeout and I'll never forget the crispy chili chicken I had in jersey city. What a blend of spices! If I were to choose just one food forever, I'll get by with chili chicken and rice! And now I don't have to drive so far to get it! Chili chicken 5/5 Pork soup dumplings 5/5 Beef scallion pancake 5/5 5 parking spaces in the back. Outdoor seating has tents and a fan. read more
The food at this place is some of the best Shanghai cuisine that I've eaten outside of Shanghai itself. I absolutely love coming to this place... And every time I bring one of my friends or family, they agree. While it may not look like much from the outside, don't let it's appearance for you. Like I said, Shanghai restaurant has some of the best food and best service around. Everyone is friendly, the menu is super tight, and you won't regret ordering everything on the menu. Some of my favorite menu items are: Wonton soup Sautéed bok choy All of the Dumplings (homemade) Shredded eggplant and pork Scallion pancakes Order everything... Try everything... Enjoy everything Yum! read more
Not much of a dining area with a few outside tables, but the food will blow you away. Soup dumplings are amazing and the pan fried dumplings are definitely homemade. The service is swift and efficient. Must come back for more delicious meals. read more
2 years ago
Tried the crab soup dumplings, veggie steamed dumplings (see photo) and dumplings in spicy sauce. Soup dumplings are okay. Dumplings in spicy sauce are good, they are more like wonton, i like the spicy sauce. The veggies dumplings wrappers are undercooked and dry, the fillings are nothing to rave about. Not going back. read more
A friendly neighborhood restaurant serving delicious soup dumplings and spicy/Sichuan style food. It's further away from crowded area of Fort Lee, good for a more relaxing enjoyable meal. We went for a Saturday lunch, The restaurant was pretty empty when we arrived. They have a FREE parking lot in the back. There are both indoor and outdoor (in booths) seating available. Their menus have few dim sum and lots of great Sichuan dishes. We tried the shrimp dumpling, pea shoot leaves, eggplants, Sichuan cold noodles and home style tofu. All items were served pretty quickly. Except the cold noodles, we loved all the other items. The eggplant had an amazing sweet and spicy taste. Our server was really nice person, trying his best to attend the tables and making sure everyone is being served properly. Overall a decent place to enjoy some delicious spicy Sichuan food. TL;DR: Food taste - 4.5/5 Food prep time - 5/5 Service - 4/5 Price - $$$ Items tasted: Shrimp dumplings - 4/5 Pea Shoot leaves - 5/5 Shredded Eggplant - 5/5 Spicy Cold noodles - 3/5 Home style tofu - 5/5 read more
Wow I have been missing out! This is going to be our new go to soup dumpling place in fort Lee!! We got the pork soup dumplings, sesame chicken and the fried rice!! Also the scallion pancakes!! We're talking about going back tomorrow for more. So good! Also service is quick and efficient! Will be back! read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
The chili fried chicken with sichuan pepper is CHEFS KISS! Every single time. 10/10. It is HOT in HEAT, so if you don't like spicy this one isn't for you! The red bean buns are such a delight. This place never fails, I mean literally. I've ordered here more than 10 times, I don't have anything negative to say. Truly! read more
Yes! Good Chinese food here. It's not the fast food Chinese that you're thinking of but authentic Chinese food. The quality of food is good, but I would say the portions are on the smaller side. Their rice is so good. I order extra rice all the time. They have outdoor seating as well. The owner is very nice and he keeps the store clean. Service is good and they are attentive. They also refill your tea. Order the *soup dumplings and try the *shredded eggplant with pork dish! It's delicious with rice. Also try the *chili fried chicken and *braised pork belly! I'm getting hungry as I write this. read more
I'm always on the hunt for great soup dumplings and this Shanghainese restaurant in Fort Lee is highly rated. So glad the restaurant installed individual heated tents for outdoor dining (there are five tents set up that can seat up to 4 people each). Restaurant itself is pretty small and there are a few tables should patrons choose to sit inside. Got there on a Sat around 12:30pm and glad we got seated inside a tent right away. It was very windy and luckily the tent was pretty sturdy. It was a really cool dining experience. Staff told us right away to turn on the heated lamp above us which kept us warm the whole time. I did still need to have my coat on. Hand sanitizer was available which was a nice touch. Disposable utensils (tea cups, chopsticks, spoons and bowls) were provided. Saw the staff disinfected our table right after we left for the next group of customers. Awesome! We got two orders of the crabmeat soup dumplings. While they were very flavorful, I preferred super thin skin although my fiancé actually loved these slightly thicker ones. The scallion pancake was very crispy and tasty though a bit greasy. The wonton soup was delicious though in a small bowl. The free tea in a cute pot was surprisingly amazing!!! Staff was very friendly and attentive, and food came out quickly. We got a reward card for a free order of soup dumplings after five visits. Only one unisex restroom inside. There is plenty (metered) parking right outside the restaurant. Come support the local business if you are in the hood. read more
Best soup dumplings I have had in NJ. The wrappers are the perfect thickness and the filling is not overly compacted so they melt in your mouth. The beef and tripe was also excellent however it was removed from the menu. Service is quick and friendly. Indoor and outdoor seating. read more
3 years ago
7 years ago
A small, hole-in-the-wall type eatery that specializes in Shanghainese breakfast and dishes. Came here for lunch on a weekday and the place was pretty full. Service was good and quick. Our food came within 5 minutes of us ordering. We got a soy milk, crispy dough (you tiao), pancake crispy dough roll, scallion pancake w/ beef, pork shank, soup dumplings, and Chinese water spinach. For the most part the food was pretty good, though nothing was exceptional. The one thing that was not good was the you tiao. It was very different than the you tiao I've had at Taiwanese and HK restaurants. It was much denser and not as crispy. So that as a disappointment. Soup dumplings were good, but as good as the ones at nearby Soup Dumplings Plus. Their small dishes range from $5-$8, entrees from $10-$15. So the price is pretty reasonable. There is a mini parking lot in the back that's small and tight. So I would recommend just parking on the street. read more
After a long absence from eating here, the return gets better. The food is authentic and hits the spot. The crab dumplings had a skillfully crafted skin that is the mark of any respectable morsel that can be called a soup dumpling. The garlic pea sprouts were spot on and the fried clams were flavorful and rich. A tiny restaurant of only a few tables, this place is often packed with a line in waiting. read more
Ordered the dan dan noodles and sticky rice dumplings. The dan dan noodles were numbing, savory, porky, and a touch bitter with the preserved vegetables. An unreal flavor profile! The sticky rice dumplings also were fantastic. Thin wrapping, filled with delicious almost risotto-like rice inside. With a touch of chili oil, you can't miss on these either. For the price point, this restaurant is one of fort lee's best! read more
4 years ago
My friend brought us here and it was so yummy! Once we arrived we were seated outside and tea was served. The soup was really good BUT it was huge !! Check this place out! read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
I love, love, love this place! Their soup dumplings for which they are known are fantabulous! But so much on their menu is spectacular. Our family does many big get togethers here and even though they are a very small establishment they have always accommodated. And often I would stop by solo for their braised pork or chili fried chicken with sichuan pepper (oh my god to die for, but you may want to start with mild). Their decor is classic, non-descript, Chinese restaurant. Except, for their walls decorated with their completed coupon cards, upon which customers of all ages have drawn and decorated an amazing collection of designs. During Covid they put up several, little, all weather, camp tents on their patio. It's fun sitting there. Service is always fast and unobtrusive and the tea is bottomless. Check it out! I'll see you there! read more
My friend chose Shanghai Restaurant to kickoff our monthly ethnic dinner outing. We walked in to a clean restaurant and were greeted by what seemed to be the owner himself. We received complimentary tea and jumped into ordering some dishes. We went with the pork soup dumplings, sautéed pea shoots, and braised pork belly to start, he added complimentary shrimp dumplings. The pork belly was supremely tender and had a delicious sauce. Both dumplings were quite good. The pea shoots were a nice addition to the dinner, great texture and flavor. The first round was so solid, we decided to order the sausage and rice wrapped in a lotus leaf and beef scallion pancake. The scallion pancake was solid and the lotus leaf dish was something we hadn't before. The lotus leaf contained a good amount of tasty sausage and rice with porridge like consistency, well worth ordering. We decided that before leaving, we needed to try the cold appetizer pigs ears. Definitely glad we tried it, it was certainly a bit gelatinous for our palate but it packed a zesty sauce and was overall a pleasant dish. Certainly an authentic restaurant with dishes that are more exciting than your typical Chinese takeout place. Definitely recommend this place. read more
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493 Main St
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
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When do they do dim sum?
They don't really serve dim sum like you would find at a Cantonese restaurant but they have a few plates you would see at dim sum like shrimp dumplings, sticky rice, and sweet buns. They serve these dishes all day.
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