The scallion pancakes were tremendous--perfectly crispy on the outside, flaky on the inside, and packed with incredible flavor. Every bite was delicious. The service was just as fantastic: friendly, attentive, and efficient, making the entire dining experience even better. If you're in Chinatown, this is a must-visit. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Love this Chinese Restaurant. I would get Sunday dinner every weekend after my daughter & I attended Chinese Mandarin class over on Mott Street. Wonton Soup, Fried Pork Dumplings, Chicken Lo Mein, & Kung Pao Chicken were our go to. We made a funny pair 6'5" Baba & adopted girl from China at just under 5 feet. Lol read more

We ended up here after the 4th of July fireworks. The pork buns were juicy and flavorful with plenty of ginger. They cooled quickly, which means they may have been pre-cooked slightly before hand. The onion pancake took second best as it was chewy and the green onion flavor stood out. My wife liked the crispy noodle dish better than I, as the sauce on it was too sweet for me. I mainly picked at the veggies and then grabbed some semi moist noodles to go on top. Service was quick, but it was a bit off for paying. The server told my wife the price and she handed over cash. They brought back change for a tip, but when she asked for a receipt it had tip included. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Also, once it began to fill up with customers, the restaurant was loud.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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After 7 long years we were finally able to get into NYC to go to one of our favorite restaurants, Joe's Shanghai. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The new location is very bright and modern.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have individual tables that seat 2 to 4 and they still have the large round traditional tables for large parties or when the restaurant is full to capacity.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]If you have the chance to sit with other patrons at a large round table, just do it, especially if the other people at the table are Chinese. You can learn a lot and have a fun time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Of course you have to order the pork soup dumplings. They are the best that we've ever eaten. Served piping hot, you get 8 dumplings per serving. Put the dumpling on your spoon and make sure to poke a hole in the dumpling to let out some soup before you bite into it. Otherwise the soup will spray out into your face! My husband and I shared the chicken with black mushrooms and bamboo shoots (#71) and the vegetable lo mien. Both were served piping hot and were delicious. The rest rooms are downstairs, which may be a problem for some people, but the stairs are well-lit with handrails on both sides. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restrooms are modern and bright, but could use a good deep cleaning. I suspect that doesn't happen often enough because this restaurant is always very busy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We've eaten at other restaurants in Chinatown, but Joe's Shanghai is our favorite. read more

The soup dumplings, Xiao Long Bao, are the star of the show here and an obvious must. Really enjoyed the Eggplant in garlic sauce, had a bit of a kick but nice balance of flavor. Chicken with Black Mushrooms & Bamboo Shoots thoroughly enjoyed. Cold sesame noodle just ok. Soup could have been better - needed to be warmer. All other dishes (see pics) were very good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Clean and cheerful place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was excellent. Water filled constantly, plates cleared and changed as needed. Fast service but never pushy. Prices fair. CASH ONLY read more

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We visited here for lunch while in NYC. The scallion pancakes were some of the best we've ever had, soup dumplings were delicious with a delicate wrap and good quality pork, just the right amount of soupy broth inside. The kung pao chicken was also amazing. Could be spicier, but we also didn't ask for extra chili so that could be on us. The chicken was perfectly sticky and tasty. Fresh. The only miss for us was the potstickers. They were just OK. Everything else was amazing. The service was attentive and friendly. The restaurant was quite busy, but we were seated for 4 almost immediately which was quite surprising. Lucky us. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Bathrooms were clean and well maintained.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'd go back. The fried rice arriving at the table next door and soup bowls looked great. I'd like to try if we visit again. read more

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This place blew up because of their soup dumplings and they live up to the hype! They were pretty good and full of soup. Although, I think their jelly fish dish with the garlic green beans was so good. I actually prefer those two dishes over the soup dumplings. The service was quick. We were sat down immediately and our food came out fast. I think this is an only cash establishment, so please remember to grab cash before coming here!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance wasn't too bad either. It's near Chinatown and financial district.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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To me the soup dumplings and everything were super enjoyable. The peking duck while you had to wait long in my opinion met standards across the board and was a delight to eat. Everything hear was pretty consistent and a hearty meal. read more

Joe's Shanghai - Shanghainese Near Me - New York, New York

Came here just for their crab and pork soup dumplings and they were truly the best soup dumplings I've ever had. Each one is decently sized and comes out with sooo much soup inside. Every dumpling was bursting with soup and flavor. We got seated right away and food came out fairly fast. All the other food here also looked really yummy. This place is cash only as well read more

Joe's Shanghai - Shanghainese Near Me - New York, New York

The soup dumplings were pretty big and absolutely loaded with soup. The beef noodle soup was pretty flavorful but the noodles were a little overcooked read more

Joe's Shanghai - Pork Meat Soup Dumplings (8) - Shanghainese Near Me - New York, New York

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Hands down the BEST shanghai style sweet red bean pancake (豆沙窩餅) in NYC!! Joe's Shanghai has long been a staple in Chinatown, and my family's go-to spot for big gatherings and holiday celebrations. Over the years, we've tried so many dishes on their menu, from their old Chinatown location to the current one. The food and service have never disappointed. To me, the star of the show is definitely their sweet red bean pancake (豆沙窩餅) and sweet fermented rice rice balls (酒釀丸子). The pancake is served warm and literally packed to the brim with red bean paste. I always make sure to save room for dessert every time. I'd highly recommend their seafood dishes. I grew up loving shanghai style sautéed baby shrimp (清炒蝦仁). It's actually a deceptively tricky dish to get right, as you need wok hei and just the right balance of flavor. But they totally nail it here. If I have to nitpick, their dishes are quite oily sometimes, which is expected in an old style chinese restaurant. It could be a pain to wait for a table at peak hours as they don't take reservations. read more

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After reading mixed reviews, I decided to stop in for lunch and give it a try. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance was casual but nice and the staff were friendly as well as attentive.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered the crab and pork soup dumplings, pan fried dumplings, spring rolls, pan fried noodles with shrimp and General Tso's chicken. Everything came quickly and I must say it was very good! Portions are generous and served family style. I especially liked their pan fried dumplings and soup dumplings, delish! It was quite busy during the lunch rush but they do seat you quickly. Be forewarned they are a cash only establishment but they do have ATM machines available. Lastly, they include the tip in your bill so you need not try and figure out how much to add on. I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch here! read more

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Dumplings, fried rice, and scallion pancake.... That's it, that's all. Quick service. Great service. Cash only. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Always a vibe with locals and tourists there for the good stuff![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] This place never disappoints and I make sure I visit every time I visit Chinatown. read more

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Came here around 5:15PM and when we arrived, we waited for 15 minutes to be seated. We looked at the menu while we were waiting. Atmosphere: 8/10 [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not very clean. The floor was dirty with food and it seems they couldn't clean up because how business it gets here.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant has a modern vibe, neutral color, and casual.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food: 9/10 We ordered the crab and pork soup dumpling, shrimp fried rice, and spicy salt and pepper squid. Although it was basic food choices it was all delicious. The soup dumpling felt like home once you take that first bite. I love adding the ginger slices from the soy sauce into the dumpling, it adds extra flavor to it. The shrimp fried rice was cooked well, not over cooked shrimp. The star of the show for all of us was the spicy salt and pepper. Perfectly coated batter and not overly cooked squid. It has a good crunch and flavor. Service: 8/10 Food came out at different time which kind of sucked but it didn't bother us too much. They were quick with getting us water and giving up plates/utensils once we were seated. Our waiter was kind enough to give us a new plate after our soup dumpling. I would come back whenever I'm in New York. Definitely worth checking out if you are in the area or want some good authentic Chinese food. read more

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Joe's Shanghai is a classic. Most people will recommend it for New York visit and I get why. I've been a few times and the food quality is consistent, [[HIGHLIGHT]]there's much more seating here than most other places in the area[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], and the prices are reasonable. The service here could be a bit better because it took a while for us to get our food, so not a place to go to if you're in a rush. This time around, we stopped in and just got the crab and pork soup dumplings and the scallion pancake. The soup dumplings are perfect. They're filled to the max, the flavor is balanced between the proteins, and the skin is just the right thickness that it's not dense if you eat the whole thing. The scallion pancake was standard, crispy and not particularly flavorful, but a great starter. read more

Joe's Shanghai - Crab Meat with Pork Meat Soup Dumplings (8) - Shanghainese Near Me - New York, New York

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Rating 7/10. I've been here a handful of times. Fast and friendly service per usual. We keep ordering their stir fried rice cakes because the chew and wok hei are so on point every time. Soup dumplings don't skimp on the pork and crabmeat filling and the wrapper isn't too thin or too thick. We added string beans to get in our greens for the day. The sauce was delicious, though I noticed it didn't evenly coat the string beans. One string bean had flavor, then the next didn't. It was some sorta string bean sauce roulette and I didn't enjoy that. It was also kinda diabolical that the strings beans costed more than the other dishes oof. Note** I didn't know tips were already included until I glanced at the receipt. The servers did not notify us about this. Check your bill! read more

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This spot is a must if you're in Chinatown. Honestly you can't go wrong with anything you order here everything hits ! The service was nice, the food came out in a normal amount of time and this place gets packed, which tells you all you need to know. Even with the crowd, the inside was clean and comfortable. This spot is a 10/10 The flavors are on another level. I swear nothing in California compares. New York food just hits different and I miss it. If you're in this area, do yourself a favor and please stop by. Your only mistake will be not ordering more food. Trust me.. come hungry. read more

Joe's Shanghai - Shanghainese Near Me - New York, New York

Fast service, efficient host/staff, good food. Great experience overall. Shanghai stir fried rice cakes 10/10 different from restaurants that make it sauce heavy and sticky, each rice cake was wok fried and did not stick to each other, veg and meat pairing made this dish worth every carb. Scallion pancake 10/10 thin, crispy, and chewy, looked overcooked at first but the char did not affect the texture at all. Crab xiaolongbao and pork xiaolongbao 10/10 filling was excellent, can actually taste the crab from the broth, pork was also very good. Sizitou (Shanghai meatball paired with bok choy and rice) 10/10 usually there's some finely diced water chestnuts mixed into the mince to keep the meatball moist, this meatball was moist without. Very good texture and perfectly cooked. read more

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I came for the pork soup dumplings and they delivered!!! Place was recommended to me from family. Incredibly fast service despite how packed the house was, every table was seated. Luckily we called ahead and was seated immediately for a table for 2! Overall, the bill for 3 dishes and 2 beers was ~$80 gratuity included. Will come again next time I'm in NYC. read more

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Ordered to go online and it was ready pretty quick. Upon arrival, I had to wait a few minutes but I knew that I arrived prior to my quoted pick up time. I ordered the vegetable lo mein, king pao chicken, and pork dumplings. Everything was good but I expected to have more veggies in the veggie lo mein for the price. No broccoli. No water chestnuts. No snap peas. None of the typical veggies I am used to in veggie lo mein! The king pao chicken was tasty and came with white rice. The pork dumplings were my favorite part of the whole meal. I was able to get paper plates, forks and chopsticks to go since we were eating at the hotel room. read more

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Classic Chinese restaurant in Chinatown. They serve Shanghainese but have a good mixture of authentic Chinese dishes along with Chinese takeout classics. The highlight here are the soup dumplings. They have thin skin and tasty broth. It can get very busy here, but service was pretty solid. This place is pretty touristy but it's a classic for a reason. read more

Joe's Shanghai - Shanghai noodles - Shanghainese Near Me - New York, New York

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5/31/26. 3 pm Fantastic great flat noodles and crispy beef with broccoli. So good I ordered thru DoorDash the next day, Pork dumplings and beef soup. Arrived hot and not one drop of soup spilt. Awesome. read more

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Decided to try a new Chinese spot - soooo glad we came here! Service was 10/10, very friendly, seated immediately (large space indoors) General tsos chicken - juicy chicken, the mild spicy version was just perfect for me (I am a picky eater who doesn't enjoy spicy). THE SHREDDED CRISPY BEEF 10000/10 I highly highly recommend. It stole the show I loved the crunch (no picture because we ate it too fast) Priced reasonably as well. Good for large groups as well Food came out fast and hot Will definitely be returning read more

Joe's Shanghai - General Tso's Chicken - Shanghainese Near Me - New York, New York

Not worth the wait time or the lack of sanitation from the restaurant. We just had to try this dumpling spot because of its rave reviews! We waited almost one & a half hours on a Sunday night, we managed to walk around the blocks, figure 8 style about 4 times before our number was called. We sat down at a large round table and shared the table with three other parties. We figured that since it was only three of us- it was OK, they probably wouldn't have given us any other options anyways. We got the crab and pork dumpling and an order of Shanghai noodles. Wasn't overly impressed especially given the wait time. read more

Joe's Shanghai - On a Sunday night, an hour wait for a shared table - Shanghainese Near Me - New York, New York

We came here on a Saturday night at 9:30pm and waited about less than 10minutes to be seated. It is a cash only restaurant- but they do add gratuity to your bill at the end. We started with a scallion pancake. Was crispy and came with a dipping sauce. We ordered the crispy noodles with beef- a favorite the meat/veggie ration was great and plenty of sauce to stir all together with the crispy noodles. Ordered some soup dumplings as well as wonton soup. The soup dumplings came in a good size- and packed with meat. The wonton soup was average. General Tso chicken was packed with flavor but the breading was a bit too much for me. Overall a good late night eat with friends. The restaurant seems to be packed all the time but there was enough staff all around that were helpful and tentative read more

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Joe's Shanghai is quite iconic to NYC Chinatown for popularizing xiao long baos or soup dumplings. While there were some locals, it was lots of tourists that dine here for a taste of Asian food. Luckily, we came for a table of 5 and had no wait. We started off with the famous soup dumplings ($11.95), which came piping hot and fresh. They're also super plump, juicy, and flavorful. We also ordered the Sauteed String Beans ($16.95), Pan Fried Crispy Noodle with Beef ($17.95), and Crispy Pork Chop with Pepper Salt ($18.95). All the dishes were good, but wished they came out closer together. We basically were eating each dish one by one, which isn't really family style. Overall, solid spot, but wouldn't wait too long for it as there's many other great spots around as well. Note: Cash only but there's an ATM. read more

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Came to Chinatown after walking around a a tourist. Saw this place and walked in with a friend. My friend ordered 3 items. Crab and pork xiao long bao (soup dumpling),, beef noodle soup and scallion pancake. The soup dumpling was really tasty and could taste crab. The noodle soup seemed bland like they didn't boil the soup with bone broth so skip it, and scallion pancake was okay but a bit greasy so maybe their oil wasn't hot enough. The wait staff is quick. The automatically add tip in bill and it is cash only. I'd say there are better places likely in Chinatown!!! Disappointed. read more

Just returned from our first experience at Joe's Shanghai and came away with some thoughts about the experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]First off, the ambiance of the dining room is one that harkens back to the heyday of 80s Chinatown where the brown sauce cuisine ruled the menu.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] However, instead of brown sauce, we get better than average soup dumplings that's a combination of flavorful but also juicy. The skin had an elasticity that's required of a good soup dumplings, holding it shape for the most part as a carrying vessel for the juices inside. On the other hand, the skin didn't hold up as long as one would expect from traditional Shanghai soup dumplings, often getting a little soft as the time wore on. Second, other items on the menu didn't seem to match the level of the soup dumplings. The Shanghainese fried noodles had a weird elastic texture and was uneven in its seasoning with bites that were flavorful and bites that were more than plain. Also, adding a protein we chose wrong as the chicken was terribly overcooked. The service was on par with what's expected and experienced in Chinatown, brisk and to the point. The lack of a POS system is a drawback in the modern day tap to pay world. Overall, this was a decent experience, but one that I most probably won't repeat. read more

Worth the visit and one of the best places we've eaten during our stay. Service was quick and attentive. read more

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This place was so good! We visited on a Friday at lunch and there was no wait. Clean shop, a little understaffed though. We ordered their fried pork chops, xiao long bao and fried rice. It took a while for our food to come out. The dumplings were HUGE. the pork was very crispy, and the rice was good! Highlight was definitely the dumplings though. 3 dishes came out to a little less than $60 and it fed 3 people! read more

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If you've ever googled "best soup dumplings in NYC," Joe's Shanghai probably popped up, and for good reason. This place is basically a New York institution when it comes to xiao long bao (soup dumplings). I stopped by for dinner and it was exactly the kind of comfort food experience I needed. The moment you walk in, it's bustling with loud chatter, clinking plates, servers weaving through tables like it's a dumpling ballet. Definitely not a quiet date spot, but it's got that chaotic charm that makes dining so fun. Of course, I ordered the famous pork soup dumplings (a must!). They came out steaming in a bamboo basket and were extremely plump, juicy, and filled with rich, flavorful broth. Be careful though, these things are lava hot. The dumpling skin is a bit thicker than some other spots, but it holds the soup well and still has a nice chew. Dip it in the black vinegar with ginger, and you're golden. We also tried the string beans with minced pork and the fried rice. They were both solid choices, with great flavors and the perfection dishes for sharing. Portions are generous, so come hungry or bring friends to share. Service was quick and no-nonsense. There are no reservations, but they'll seat you fast, take your order, and keep things moving. Just don't expect small talk or fancy plating. It's all about the food here. It was definitely a very quick dining experience, as I was in and out for dinner in just about an hour. One thing to note: there's usually a wait, especially during dinner rush, and you might be seated at a shared round table with other diners. It's part of the experience, honestly. Overall, Joe's Shanghai lives up to its reputation. Are there better dumplings in the city? Maybe. But few places have this much history and character. It's one of those NYC food bucket-list spots you've got to try at least once. read more

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Cash only. There is an ATM machine at the entrance. FYI. Clean and fast service. Food was pretty good and nice service. The soup dumpling skin was a bit thick for me but still pretty good. Definitely a place to check out but BE AWARE that they included 18% service charge already in the bill for three people. I paid tip without realizing this. read more

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The best Shanghai style eatery in NYC. We had soup dumplings, fried dumplings, scallion pancakes and Shanghai beef noodles! Everything and I mean everything was perfect!! 10 out of 10! The service is efficient and friendly. Though there was a slight wait (30 minutes) it was worth it! The noise level isn't bad. read more

Joe's Shanghai - Inside - Shanghainese Near Me - New York, New York

Wife had the shanghai soup and it was amazing. Super flavorful rich broth and excellent thick noodles. It was a pretty big portion as well, could easily be lunch for 2 people. But we were there with a crowd a also tried soup dumplings. I preferred just pork but the boy into dumplings liked the crab and pork. Also tried the general tsaos chicken which my 10 year old ordered. It was very delish as well. read more

This is a must do when in chinatown. We went around 12pm on a saturday and got seated right away. After we we're done the line was out the door. So def go early. The pork fried dumplings and the pork and crab soup dumplings were amazing. The fried rice was also good! The place is cash only. So be mindful of that. read more

I dined as a party of 3 and had a poor experience on a Monday afternoon. Not during busy service. Known for their soup dumplings, they only offer pork or pork/crab which is disappointing. The popular crispy shredded beef had great flavor but very chewy. Soup dumplings are delicious but the meat itself tasted awful. Service was nonexistent despite many people on staff. We constantly had to ask for basic things like more napkins, water refills constantly, 3 straws after they only gave us one, clean plates before entrees, a spoon for the soup. Each time we felt like an inconvenience. 2 out of the 3 entrees arrived and the 3rd took an extra 10 min. At this point we noticed a hair. Staff took the dish and still left it on the bill. Even after we no longer wanted it and lost our appetite. 18% tip was already included which we found amusing. read more

Joe's Shanghai - Shanghainese Near Me - New York, New York

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It has been many years since I stepped foot in Joe's Shanghai. The last time was with some friends visiting from CA. They have been at this location for several years and the decor is quite modern. Since it is in Chinatown, there is only street parking or park in a garage. We ordered pork soup dumplings, pork and crab soup dumplings as well as a few family style dishes. I was pleasantly surprised by how much crab was in the crab and pork soup dumplings. They didn't skimp on the crabmeat and you can taste the crab unlike other XLB restaurants. The skin wasn't too thick and it was soupy. It was really good! Our other dishes were fine as well. We arrived shortly after opening otherwise we would be waiting a long time. Service was excellent. They were friendly, attentive and efficient. We will be back! read more

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I used to love going to Joe's Shanghai in Flushing, so I was really sad when it closed. Today was my first time trying the Chinatown location--and even though the line stretched all the way to the door, it was absolutely worth the wait. The menu felt just like I remembered, but somehow the food tasted even better this time. Everything on the table was delicious, and it brought back so many good memories. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was very clean inside, and the service was excellent[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's a bit of a pity we live all the way out on Long Island, otherwise I'm sure we'd be coming here all the time! read more

Joe's Shanghai - Shanghainese Near Me - New York, New York

Good food, crazy long wait though. Waited for an hour and fifteen minutes for a table for 2 after they told me it'd be 20-25 minutes. The food did make up for it though. It hit the spot and was great. Standard service and cash only. Would come back again when it's less busy. read more

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Went to eat a late lunch at Joe's Shanghai in Chinatown. The waiter and service were excellent. He was very friendly and patient. My soup dumplings tasted fresh and were delicious. I also had an order of garlic sautéed green beans. They were flavorful. My friends had shrimp fried rice, general Tso chicken and Sweet and Sour chicken. The tip of 18% is automatically added and the establishment is cash only. The place was clean and very busy. I would return to try other dishes. read more

Joe's Shanghai - Frozen Pork Soup Dumplings - Shanghainese Near Me - New York, New York

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