This restaurant is awarded as the "Best Neighborhood Restaurant" in Chinatown on the Best of Boston 2025 list. Every time I passed by, it was packed with customers and there was another long queue. This time, I specifically went on a weekday at lunchtime and managed to snag the last single seat. The food is definitely top-notch. Traditional Soup Dumplings (Pork): Dumplings were supposedly steamed to order, and I waited quite a while, but it was worth it! The soup inside was clean and brimming, each could fill an entire porcelain spoon. It was with the fragrance of chicken broth, light and umami, but not transparently sweet--just right. The meat filling was also tender and delicious, with no porky taste, which was especially rare in America. The only downside was that the skin was a bit thick and rough and hardened after steaming. The dipping sauce was ginger, soy sauce, and vinegar; I'm not sure if adding soy sauce is actually a traditional way to eat them-- I suppose Shanghai, Jiangsu and Zhejiang people often just simply use ginger and vinegar. Scallion Dry Noodles with Fried Egg: This was the first time I'd had sweet scallion oil dry noodles; it reminded me more of Huzhou-style gantiaomian乾挑麵(dry-tossed noodles). But coincidentally, I also really love that! The noodles were smooth and chewy, coated and infused with sauce, while without being watery. The seasoning was a simple, direct and rich sweet and savory flavor with the aroma of scallion oil. The scallions were fried perfectly-- until crispy and fragrant without being burnt or bitter. It was so delicious that I even ate all the scallions... I also specifically asked the restaurant to make runny-yolk fried eggs, which greatly enhanced the taste when mixed into the noodles. read more

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We came here for Lunar New Year and split a variety of dishes including soup dumplings ($16-17), cold beef slices ($13.95), green scallion pancake ($8.95), sesame chicken ($18.95), and pork pan fried noodles ($15.95). The dishes were yummy but not the best quality. The soup dumplings are HUGE and filled with flavorful broth. Service is your standard Asian spot, and the inside is casual - a step up from hole in the wall, classic Chinatown vibes. Our tummies all felt a little funny after the meal, LOL! read more

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Fuchun Ju is a location with exceptional and quick service in a bright and warm atmosphere. It was recommended as a place where there would have some aspects of dim sum. I liked the details of the light fixtures and they use all the space they have to fit people in. This is great for the less experienced customer looking for Chinese dining. I am afraid I had high expectations which were partially met by the dumplings and passion fruit drink, but we didn't love the noodles, General Tso's chicken, or scallion pancakes. They were not bad, they just didn't meet our expectations. read more

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Really wanted to try this place because the interior looks so nice and it always looks full. I felt that the food I ordered was on par with other spots in Chinatown, nothing really stood out to me and the price point is slightly higher, but maybe I didn't order optimal dishes? I ordered the green beans, pork soup dumplings, scallion oil noodles with fried egg, and broccoli beef. read more

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Fast service order via QR code. Soup dumplings were good as well as the pea shoots. Duck was pretty good coloring it came out quickly. A lot bit if everything in the heart of Chinatown read more

Clean, brightly lit and a well decorated space. The dining room is super vibrant with people conversing, plates and silverware clinking as the steaming hot platters came out of the kitchen in a timely way. I loved the pastel colors on the plates that made the food look even more appetizing. Plates were decently priced and in true Chinese style, large enough to share and meant to eat family style. Me and my partner are foodies, and we could tell the soup dumplings were freshly made and the dumpling sauces were perfectly salty, mildly spicy and sharply tangy. We also had the eggplant with chicken and it was exceptional - never forget your veggies! Don't skip the Shanghai noodles (especially from a Shanghainese restaurant!) Our water glasses were never empty as the staff stayed attentive. Really loved this place and looking forward to return. read more

Fuchun Ju - Shanghainese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I checked out this place with my friends for the first time and had a very good experience. Though it was dinner time on a Friday we were able to get a table as soon as we walked in. You can order through a QR code that was placed on each table which was very convenient. The menu has pictures on it too which made it easy to choose. We ordered multiple dishes to share, including the rainbow soup dumplings, the peapod stems, the braised pork with quail eggs, the scallion dried noodle with fried egg, and the stir fried scallion beef. The presentation of the rainbow soup dumplings was very cool. I think it's a very cool spot to go with a group of friends to share dishes with. read more

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Fuchun Ju was a solid choice for dinner. There was a small wait but the fact that the restaurant was full was a good sign. The interior was bright and clean. You can order to-go on a kiosk. We tried the rainbow soup dumplings, which were delicious. They came in a giant bird cage which was so fun but was not practical as it didn't really fit on the table with other dishes. The green beans were very tasty, and the crispy bottom baos had great flavor but were a bit too doughy for my taste. Service was attentive and friendly considering it is an Asian restaurant. I would definitely come back to try some more dishes. read more

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I really wanted to like this restaurant. They carry all my favorite dishes and it's at a prime location. Unfortunately, they disappointed me with their small portion sizes that were almost half of what the display picture is on their ordering page. Additionally, the tofu with crab meat was not very flavorful and seemed to have no crab meat. Lastly, this isn't really their fault so I won't fault them for it but there was a homeless person staring at us through the glass right next to us half of the meal and it was hard to enjoy our dinner. read more

Fuchun Ju - Spinach, tofu, hot and sour soup - Shanghainese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Great, authentic (I think), Chinese restaurant. Quick service, order on your phone, but they are happy to answer questions. We got lots of food to try and have leftovers. Highlights were soup dumplings, general tso's chicken, pan fried noodles. Easy to get a table on Monday at 5 pm. read more

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Boston's Chinatown... The cultural heart of the Chinese community & a lively late-night & weekend hub. Asian eateries everywhere from dumpling houses and dim sum places to all the different bakeries and markets. Fuchun Ju specializes in soup dumplings & noodles. Their profile claims "freshly made to order." Sadly, I don't believe that to be true.... Rainbow Soup Dumplings (Pork & Seafood) Six dumplings each with a different color presented in a cute open bird cage. While they tasted quite nice, I prefer less thick dough & more soup. I've had almost transparently thin filled with soup dumplings at one of their neighboring restaurants. Takes some serious skill to pull them off & if you claim to specialize in them, well you have to deliver. Stir Fry Scallion Beef This is where I don't believe "made to order". When I see the ratio of meat to other ingredients is way off. The dish is Stir Fry Scallion Beef but we were served stir fried onions with some Beef. While the beef was tasty, there just wasn't enough of it. My theory is that they have a huge batch and simply scoop out portions which causes the ratio to be way off & the dish being imbalanced. Shanghai Fried Noodles (Pork) Same with this dish with the ratio being way off. The dish being Pork Fried Noodles, very little to almost no pork. However the noodles were tasty and cooked well. If made to order, the dish would be balanced. All in all, my expectations were met given they weren't high to begin with. We had a craving for Chinese food in Chinatown & we got exactly that. read more

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This place was busy so we had to give it a try, it was late and we were hungry. Surprisingly we were seated immediately. You scan a QR code on the table and start selecting what you want to eat, then the wait staff will come to you to confirm your selections. This place seems to specialize in all sorts of dumplings so of course we had to try various ones including half duck and a noodle dish. Unfortunately the food was just okay, mostly flavorless and pricey for the portions you get. Service was great but the food just wouldn't get me through the door again. read more

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Friendly service, fast. Portions are small and felt pricey. No lines, you order via scanning code with smartphone and order online. read more

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Bright, modern, authentic eatery in Chinatown with an emphasis on dumplings and Peking duck. Vegetable Dumplings: Eight thin ones to an order and surprisingly delicious. Nicely complex, though I just enjoyed them rather than trying to figure out all the ingredients. Served with a pitcher of dipping sauce with a handy spout. Well above average. Sweet and Sour Spareribs: Crunchy, tender, bite-sized pieces of pork, about two-thirds with bone intact, tossed in a sweet and savory brick-colored sauce. I can't say that sour was part of the equation or that these were truly authentic Chinese cuisine, but I enjoyed them. Chef's Special Tofu: Basically tofu triangles in a mild brown sauce, so I don't see what's so special. Think beef stew sauce flavor, only without the beef and much more muted. Far fewer carrots or other items than in the menu photo. Tofu itself was perfectly cooked, but this was kinduva boring dish, even for my vegetarian wife. Broccoli with Garlic: Perfectly cooked broccoli (neither wilting nor tree trunk stiff) in a mild clear sauce, with plenty of minced garlic to live up to the name. A little plain other than the garlic. Unexciting, but an enjoyable dish. Peking Duck: I went with a half duck order, since this was just for me. Turns out that it's entirely boneless, so you don't get any legs, wings, or thick pieces, but the duck is expertly cut to ensure the ideal ratio of skin and meat on every slice, and presented beautifully, along with pancakes, scallions, cucumbers, two sauces, and salt. Each slice had perfectly crisp skin and perfectly juicy meat. Flavor was a little less intense than in other versions, but the textural excellence went a long way. Near-elite to elite. A little fancy and a little plain, but worth another look. I'm looking forward to going back to try some of the non-vegetarian dumplings and more meat dishes when I'm with friends instead of my vegetarian wife. read more

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Showed up with a group of 6. Had to wait just a few minutes for them to pull a couple tables together. Place was packed on a Sunday night, but it's just a straightforward place that was really buzzing. We ordered thru their QRC, then one of the hosts came over and double-checked what we ordered. Food came out quick and hot. Delicious! We had dumplings, shumai, some greens, noodles and rice. Food was great, and there was plenty for everyone. read more

Menu through QR code. Straight forward for me. Got the truffle jumbo Xiao long bao, the staff checked and said it's gonna be 25 mnts, is okay with me. Also ordered braised beef rice noodle (little broth and not soup style). The noodle is excellent and I like they gave some pickles and fried egg. Xiao long bao came with straw and plastic spoon. Almost no soup on the dumpling, so the straw kinda pointless but it's definitely super juicy, and taste great. I will try the normal size of Xiao long bao next time read more

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Came here for lunch. Nice restaurant. Staff was friendly. We saw them making the dumplings by hand. The food wasnt bad. The soup dumplings were full of soup inside which is a good thing. The beef with noodles had a nice flavor. The noodles had a nice bite to them. The cucumber salad was delicious. The scallion pancake had a nice crisp to them. While the shrimp with noodles looked pretty and the noodles were good and had nice flavor soaking up the garlic sauce, I didnt care for the shrimp. They were overcooked and grainy. Their menu was pretty big and i would go back to try the other dishes. read more

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I was walking by on my way back to the hotel from the client's office and decided to stop in for a snack. I had the soup dumplings and also order pork dumplings. Both were very good. The place was nice but service was just a bit slow, but OK. It was busy and all the food looked very good. Good option even with all the other places in China Town read more

Fuchun Ju - soup Dumplings - Shanghainese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This place was pretty good! We tried the rainbow dumplings, crab rangoon, chicken fried rice, and vegetable fried rice. The dumplings were good, some flavors were much better than others. The chicken itself was very bland and I wouldn't recommend it. The rice, though, was super yummy! The crab rangoon was good as well. The service was great and quick, and even though we ordered via the QR code the servers were still very attentive and open to answering our questions. read more

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First time in Boston. Had to visit Chinatown. We were skeptical when choosing a restaurant so close to the main entrance, but that went away as soon as we walked in. Plus we saw that it had 4 stars on Yelp. Best Chinese food we have had. We enjoyed it so much that we cannot stop talking about it. We love the positive energy the moment we walked in. Seeing the popular dumplings served inside a bird cage was cool, too. We joked about how pleasant the service was, because that is not the norm. All the servers were delightful. Free edamame starter was a nice touch. We had the chicken and mushroom entree (the ginger and garlic brown sauce was phenomenal), crushed sesame seed green beans (so clean and simple yet amazingly tasty) and beef soup dumplings. All were 10/10. read more

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TLDR: revamped interior with soup dumplings. Very happy to have eaten here. We came off hours on a holiday weekend and were seated quickly for our party of 3 including a child seat. Food ordering was done through a scanned QR code and came quickly. All the soup dumplings were pork based except for one vegetable option. We got the fried beef dumplings and they were phenomenal. Also great was the asparagus with lily. Prices seemed very fair for a newer restaurant. The interior seemed renovated and felt great. read more

Fuchun Ju - Shanghainese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

this place is right near the "gated" entrance of chinatown so location was perfect. Wr were looking for variety and authentic food and found both at Fuchun Ju. The menu and how you order are QR code only. They are able to customize your order if you ask the waitress as well. We got their traditional soup dumplings, squid ink seafood soup dumplings, eggplant and lo mein. The Shanghai eggplant was absolutely out of this world! So tasty and I was able to order it non spicy. The traditional soup dumplings were delicious. My teen loved the lo mein. Overall a great meal however it was on the pricey-touristy level so keep that in mind read more

Fuchun Ju - What we ordered. - Shanghainese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great place for food, service, and ambiance. This restaurant located in the busy Main Street of Chinatown full of options is definitely one to stop into. The atmosphere is beautiful with soft lantern lights, MCM inspired furniture, and interesting tableware. The staff was very polite, quick, and attentive, our waiter checked on us probably 10 times while we were there. It also was incredibly busy but the food came out incredibly quick. I ordered the crab rangoons, chicken lo mein, and the beef soup dumplings. The only pass would be the crab rangoons, they were fresh from the frier which I liked however were heavy on the cream cheese and didn't taste much like crab. The lo mein was good there was plenty of chicken and the noodles were nice and chewy. The real star of the show was the beef soup dumplings! They came out fresh and incredibly hot in a bamboo basket. They were absolutely delicious I could eat 25 of them. They had a good amount of soup inside that more than filled the soup spoon and was savory and perfectly salty. The dough of the dumpling itself was soft and tender just like the meat inside which was perfectly seasoned and portioned generously. I will definitely be coming back here to try more dumpling options! read more

Fuchun Ju - Beef Soup Dumplings - Shanghainese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Immediately sat down was once walked in, delicious food! 10/10 so nice and the portions are so good! read more

Fuchun Ju - Shanghainese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Very yummy, slightly nicer vibe than the typical Chinese spot in Chinatown. Lots looked good. We really enjoyed the sesame salt green beans, the Shanghai fried noodles, and of course the soup dumplings. Service was very fast. Didn't even have to wait long on a Friday night. Highly recommended, maybe the new premier Chinatown spot? read more

Loved their app! You scan a code and are able to order from your phone . Others at your table can also Order in the same order ! Service was quick , portions were huge ! And pretty good . I will be going back for their noodles . read more

Huge Chinese spot that's always kinda packed. We fortunately got seated pretty quickly. The XLBs were delicious and juicy. The Chicken Chow Mein was also flavorful. The Tofu with Crab Roe was a bit too bland and fishy for me. The big Truffle XLB was fun but a bit hard to eat, I'd stick with the small ones! read more

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Today I was disappointed with my scallop soup dumplings. They used preserved and not fresh scallops so it was actually hard to chew into chunks of dried seafood. Stick with the traditional pork or crab mix. Can't say I recommend the other dishes. My pork noodle had pre-made pork and did not taste fresh. Just order the soup dumplings and call it a day. read more

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I've been wanting to try this place after passing it so many times and seeing the food through the window! Fuchunju looks pretty classy, sleek, and modern - as a newer restaurant in Chinatown, it definitely seems like the trendier option out of most of the options in the area and has a ton of seating. We were lucky to come when it wasn't too busy so we didn't have to wait for a table and we were seated by the window. The menu has a decent selection of Chinese fare, however things were pretty pricy for what eventually came out - a price to pay for being trendy I suppose. We got 3 dishes for the two of us and while tasty, we weren't too full at the end. I probably would only get the noodle dish again if I were to come back. Service was okay - not very consistent with water pouring and took forever to get the check. Overall, the experience was all right, but I probably wouldn't return unless someone I'm eating with really wanted to try it. I'm glad I got to visit, but it unfortunately didn't check enough boxes for me to want to come back. read more

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Place gets packed and food is okay. Peking duck is on the pricey side. Quail eggs and pork dish comes with majority pork fat that is somehow disguised to look like meat until you bite on it. One person in my group decided to order duck bones which is literally what it sounds like so I would not recommend it. They probably repurposed the bones from the Peking duck and made another menu item out of it. Tables and overall eating area is a bit tight and small. We struggled to hit everything we ordered for group of 6 read more

Fuchun Ju - Beef brisket noodle soup - Shanghainese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Walked in to this spot in Chinatown. Tried many dishes, including Beef Lo Mein (3/5 nothing special), Pan Fried Pork Buns (4/5 pretty good), Peking Duck (5/5 always a hit and it was done well), Chicken Fried Rice (4/5 good but nothing special either), Rainbow Soup Dumplings (5/5 fun to try every flavor too), Bok Choy with Mushroom (5/5), and Traditional Soup Dumplings (5/5 just so good). Overall I would say definitely come for the soup dumplings. They're some of the most fresh and soupy dumplings I've had in Boston so far! read more

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My husband and I dined at Fuchunju during the early dinner hour and on a Friday evening and the restaurant was already bustling with customers. We were seated immediately. First impressions, I love how this Chinatown corner restaurant has been transformed to a much more modern look with an open kitchen. You can watch the chef make the soup dumplings from your tables. Personally, the tables were a little too close for my comfort but even more to my surprise was that I sat between two out of three out of state customers that day. Not sure how they all ended up at Fuchunju but like them, it was also my first time trying this restaurant. You can order from the QR code that is available at the table. After placing your order online, a waitress will confirm your order in person one final time before the kitchen work on your order. We ordered three items to share, the carb noodles, the multicolored soup dumplings, and finally, the whole Peking duck. The noodles and crab sauce came separately plated. This was great as you get to control how much sauce you want to add. The sauce is very buttery and slight salty. The multicolored soup dumplings came in a bird cage and with the vinegar with sliced ginger sauce. The soup dumplings were amazing. I could totally eat all six by myself but would not have room to try any other dishes. This is a must order. The whole Peking duck came in a treasure chest. Also delicious. Definitely a shareable item. I would definitely be back to try more of their menus. So happy to have more soup dumpling option in Chinatown. See my pictures! read more

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A new entrant in Chinatown, Fuchunju stands out for its shiny decor. Even the silverware looks aesthetic, with light blue bowls and plates contrasting the bright, marbled interior. The food, in contrast, proved lackluster. The soup dumplings were ... ok. Annoyingly, the accompanying spoons were too small to not spill the soup, and their height made getting the accompanying black vinegar annoying. I may as well go to Nan Xiang across the street where their plasticware doesn't sacrifice form for function. I also tried the stir fried scallion beef. For a $19 dish, its portion size was lacking and its flavor was indistinguishable from the myriad of hole-in-wall places around (like Wing's Kitchen for example). Regarding the stir fried bok choy and mushroom (in the $18-19 range), I have the exact same sentiments. Both entrees also arrived lukewarm. The food is ok, but the price point is not. read more

Fuchun Ju - Shanghainese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I wanted to host a work lunch for 50 people. The team at Fuchun Ju worked extra hard to meet my timing and help with the order. Everyone was really pleased with the quality and quantity of the food- way better than some other restaurants we've tried before. Highly recommended. Thank you Fuchunju! read more

Fuchun Ju - Buffet of food - Shanghainese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Came on a Saturday at around noon but got seared right away! We tried the Crab roe noodles - loved the creamy roe sauce and it worked well with the noodles just wish there was even more sauce to really coat the noodles well Pork soup dumplings - juicy and yummy! Shrimp soup dumplings - very soupy and flavorful Shrimp fried rice - a classic! Perfect to have with soup dumplings! Overall a very great place to grab a meal with friends! Highly recommend! read more

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Solid place for noodles and dumplings. I am very picky about my soup dumplings and I typically like the soup to be more clear and have a bony/pork flavor. This was exactly that. It was served right off the stove and paired perfectly with the ginger vinegar sauce. We also shared a beef noodle soup which was more than enough for 2 people. The beef was tender and the noodles were chewy and soft. The place is very modern and has small details of China. The place has a lot of seating and they use a yelp waitlist! The prices are average. read more

Fuchun Ju - Beef noodle soup - Shanghainese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Stopped in after a wonderful museum visit downtown. Was going to stop at a different spot (which we did) but after looking at the menu and what people had ordered on the tables, we decided to come back to Fuchunju. For a couple bucks more per dish, and noodles that actually looked tasty, felt that it was more worth it to get something we'd know we enjoy. The Shanghai noodles had good flavor, pork was tender and that was a good pick imo. We also went super American and got the gen Gaus chicken (told them extra spicy but it wasn't really spicy) i just wanted it NOT to be overly sweet like how many places do it. Enjoyed it, crispy crunch and dark meat chick pieces. It was busy busy, and we put our name on the waitlist but one of the servers got us a table pretty quick: will be back! read more

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Great soup dumpling and good vibes. Lots of seating too. Overall tasted good but a bit pricey. Drinks were too sweet and didn't taste much of what they were supposed to. read more

We had such a good time at Fuchun Ju and I'd definitely recommend for a group looking for delicious food, big portions, and a comfortable environment to try some dim sum dishes. Although I would hesitate to call this restaurant authentic or cheap, everything here is made fresh and I think you definitely get your moneys worth. We visited as a group of 4 on a weekend without a reservation, and after a couple minutes of waiting, we got a table. The entire ordering process is online- everyone can scan a QR code to pull up the table's order and add dishes to the cart. We ended up ordering several dishes (most not pictured) and they all came out hot and fresh. My favorites were the General Tsos chicken, the Shanghai Noodles, and the fried rice. I wish they had a bit more variety of dumplings, but the ones we tried were still very tasty. read more

Fuchun Ju - Shanghai noodle - Shanghainese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Just okay, nothing amazing about any of the dishes we tried. We waited about 15 minutes for a table of 2 on a weekday night which isn't bad at all. You order on your phone through the QR code and food comes out relatively quickly. The soup dumplings were okay, nothing too special about them. The beef noodle soup wasn't too great, the noodles were overcooked and soggy. I could only taste the sticky rice in the old style shanghai shumai and couldn't tell there were mushroom, pork, and bamboo inside it. The highlight of our meal was actually the bok choy with mushrooms, flavor was on point and the mushrooms had such an umami taste. Service was okay, it was hard to flag down servers for napkins, water, etc. Overall, an okay meal and not sure if I would return read more

Fuchun Ju - Shanghainese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts