Jadyn L.

The food was delicious and the portions were bigger than we expected. The staff was nice and quick. We were the only ones in there for dinner on a Wednesday night, so it was quiet. I hope they keep getting good business, so they can stay open and I can come back.

Wendy R.

Love this place! The food portions are generous, flavorful, and fresh! You won't get any more authentic Chinese food as Chef Wong is from Shanghai and can help with any Shanghai dishes you may be craving, just make sure you call in advance if you plan to order outside their menu. This is definitely my go to for fresh, authentic Chinese food.

Helen L.

Checked out Shanghai Tapas and it was delicious. It's a small restaurant with 2 big tables that can seat 10 people and 4 tables that can seat 4-6 people. Here's what we tried and my rating: Spicy Eggplant 8/10 Sweet and Sour Spare Ribs 10/10 Xiao Long Bao 7/10 Scallion Pancake 7/10 Fried Chicken Wings 8/10 Beef Roll Pancake 8/10 Salt Pepper Fried Tofu 8/10 Garlic Stir-Fried String Beans 7/10 Shanghai-Style Braised Pork Belly 7/10 Good flavor, some pieces were dry. Shanghai Stir-Fried Thick Noodles 7/10 Great texture but a little bland. Fish with sweet & sour sauce 8/10 Interesting dish. It's nice that the fish meat was cut up and easy to grab. Service was amazing and food was good.

Luv H.

I ordered takeout from Shanghai Tapas in Elk Grove using a $40 Groupon. The restaurant is a decent size, nice, and clean. I got the Shanghai Special Fried Rice, Beef Roll Pancake, and Xiao Long Bao (soup dumplings). Everything was good - the fried rice had flavor, the beef roll pancake was tasty, and the soup dumplings were juicy. I waited about 30 minutes for takeout, even though no one else was there, and there was a slightly awkward moment during payment with a $2 bill I had, but she brought out the card machine, so it worked out. Overall, the food wasn't bad, and it's worth trying if you're in the area.

Kourtney W.

Came by to grab my son an after school snack and wow .. the restaurant itself looks a bit cramped .. very small space with 2 big family style tables and about 8-9 tables that seats 4 Service was great.. the server was super nice and explained the different food options and sauces on dishes I asked about. In the end I ordered the popcorn chicken, the mini pan fried pork buns and the fried flour bun with condensed milk The popcorn chicken had a light flavor but tastes great. The mini pan fried pork buns was delicious! The flavor was good and the wrap was on the chewy side not mushy! The flour bun was great with the condensed milk I would like to come back another day and have a sit down meal and try their dinner menu and other snacks

Ivy Q.

Ordered delivery for lunch at work and honestly they did a great job with the packaging. Everything was packed really well so the food held up during delivery, which I always appreciate. Also loved the containers they used because they are actually sturdy enough to reuse later. The chicken chow mein came with those thick, round noodles. I personally love the thin noodles because it's nostalgic. The sauce they cooked it in made the noodles super flavorful and really satisfying. I would not have minded a bit more chicken in it, but luckily we ordered a few extra dishes so it worked out. The orange chicken was really good too. It was nice and meaty and the citrus flavor was not too overpowering, which I liked. Sometimes orange chicken can be way too sweet or tangy, but this one felt pretty balanced. We also tried their lunch special version of the orange chicken which is a great option if you do not want to commit to a full entrée for yourself. It is a lot cheaper and still a really solid portion for the price. Not every dish is available for the lunch special, mostly the classic options you would normally see at a Chinese restaurant like beef and broccoli or orange chicken. The lunch special also came with rice and veggies which made it feel like a nice complete meal. The braised pork belly was the clear winner for me. The pork was cooked perfectly and super easy to bite into. The skin was soft and plump and had great flavor. They also included extra sauce in the container which was perfect for drizzling over rice. It even came with egg soaked in that rich brown sauce. Overall the portions were really solid and everything tasted great. Definitely the standout dish of the order.

Blanche M.

Recently visited this location since it was new in the area. Small restaurant but very attentive to their guests. We ordered a few food options, my favorite was their braised pork belly. Soup was good. Portions are big, good to share. We will definitely be back.

Robert V.

Tried this spot out because they were running a Groupon. The location is a bit far from our house, but wanted to try a new spot! Service was pretty good, our waitress was very friendly and the food came out quick. We were seated right by the door, and it wasn't super comfortable when people came in or out. Food was good! Favorite being beef with broccoli, then noodles, and then the pot stickers. We also got egg rolls that were decent, and the buns were ok... definitely recommend the beef with broccoli! It felt very traditional, there were a couple of families who came in for a family style meal (round table with lazy Suzanne). Food tasted healthier than some places, broccoli being fresher and beef also was super good. If you're in the area, recommend stopping by for a nice Chinese meal.

Priscilla C.

Wasn't expecting a lot from this place, but it really surprised me and the food was actually really good. The menu was interesting and they also do banquet style menus. Beef roll- good, wasn't too saucey like other places and the outside was like a flaky scallion pancake. Sizzling beef- really good, meat tender and flavorful Green beans- flavorful Shanghai thick noodle- okay Beef noodle soup- good Mini pan fried baos, reminded me a little like street foods in Shanghai Spicy fish- really good Overall, I think the food was great. The chef is supposedly from Shanghai. Staff was friendly. I was expecting small tapas like snacks but they have real dishes. Will be back to try the other things on the menu.

John C.

TLDR: Great late night spot with flavorful dishes and outstanding service. The braised pork belly is a must order. ---------- This place is located in a strip mall, and I decided to visit late at night. They are open until midnight, which makes it a great option if you are looking for a late night bite. When we arrived around 9 PM, there was plenty of seating available. The space itself is on the smaller side, but the booths with wooden wheel style benches were a fun touch. There were also tables dressed with white tablecloths, which gave it a slightly elevated feel. It seems like they do a strong takeout business, as there were many people going in and out picking up orders. The service was impeccable. The woman who greeted us made the entire experience enjoyable from the start. She was attentive, enthusiastic, and genuinely helpful when we asked for recommendations. Her energy really enhanced the meal. We ended up ordering the following: 1. Braised Pork Belly: Great flavors and consistency. The pork was rich and satisfying, and I especially loved the boiled eggs that came with it. This is definitely one of their standout dishes. 2. House Special Fried Rice: This paired perfectly with the pork belly. The flavors were comforting and well balanced, and it is something I could easily eat again and again. 3. Sweet and Sour Cucumbers: This was the only dish I probably would not order again. The flavors were pleasant, but it did not stand out the way the first two dishes did. 4. Beef Rolls: These had nice flavor and texture, though the portion was on the smaller side. The food came out quickly, and the server checked in on us throughout the meal. She was great at striking up conversation and made us feel genuinely welcomed. You could tell she truly cared about the restaurant, which made the dining experience even better beyond just the food. I will definitely be back to try more dishes from their menu.

Adam G.

Look this place is definitely deceiving because it is in a strip center/mall. When I saw it in the search the general pictures that were already there peaked my interest and I told my friend let's try it out. We ate here on December 5th around 1ish. When we got there one other table was seated and we noticed that there was a lot of to go orders coming through. Maybe 10 minutes later there was another party of five and another party of four that came in. The items we ordered were the beef soup, the braised pork belly, the cucumber salad, and the pot stickers. Everything was made to order and was extremely fresh. My favorite thing that I would go back just to have on its own was the beef soup. The meat was super tender and the flavor of the broth was just something I never had before. A little sweet a little salty but also earthy like a little bit of everything which is so good. Second was definitely the braised pork belly as you took a bite of the cucumber. The crunchiness of the pork belly with the sweet coolness of the cucumber was perfect. And I will say at first I was a little surprised at the potstickers didn't have as much flavor but I realized the technique is you take a bite of the potsticker and then drink a little bit of the soda. Something about the carbonation and the sweetness really enhance the flavor of the pot sticker itself. The Ambiance of the place was super chill and laid back. Again there was a TV on that had a show in the background it wasn't very loud so you could definitely have conversations and our waitress was phenomenal. She checked in on us multiple times make sure we had everything we needed and was just the sweetest kindest person. Really excited to go back and try out the other items because again I loved all the things we had.

Ashley C.

Haven't even heard of this place but we saw the sign when we drove by one day. It's a small location but they were so nice here. The lady was so sweet and she made sure to get our order in before the large party next to us placed theirs, so we wouldn't have to wait long! We started off with the chicken fried rice which is totally normal and we got it for the kids, but ended up being one of my favorites. So flavorful and perfectly cooked rice, not dry at all! The wonton soup was also really good, loved all the cilantro they used. I liked the mini pan fried buns which come with a soda, just wish you could pick a milk tea instead! It was a fun little drink and snack to eat. The beef roll was packed with meat and very flavorful. The only disappointment was the xiao long bao. No soup whatsoever! You could tell right off the bat that the dumpling skin was too thick also. Otherwise I enjoyed everything else we got and looking forward to coming back for their snow dessert!

Nancy L.

Came on a quiet weekday during lunch and was immediately greeted by the staff there. We were quickly seated and given our menus. We ordered their spicy eggplant and pan-fried pork buns. The food came out promptly and portion sizes were generous! We thoroughly enjoyed our food! Love that they have a decent amount of vegetarian options offered!