Little Shanghai Restaurant

Welcome to Little Shanghai Restaurant, a hidden gem in San Mateo, CA offering authentic Shanghainese cuisine. Located at 17 E 25th Ave, this cozy restaurant provides a wide range of traditional dishes that will transport you to the streets of Shanghai.

With a menu featuring a variety of vegetable dishes, dim sum, noodles, rice, desserts, drinks, cold dishes, soups, and traditional Shanghai specialties, there is something for every palate at Little Shanghai Restaurant. Some customer favorites include the onion pancake, dumplings, beef noodle soup, five spice pig ear, Shanghai rice cakes, and Xiao Long Bao.

Customers praise the restaurant for its authentic flavors and reasonable prices. While the service may be a bit brusque during busy times, the friendly staff and delicious food make up for it. The atmosphere is casual and lively, making it a great spot for group gatherings and family celebrations.

If you're craving authentic Shanghai cuisine, look no further than Little Shanghai Restaurant. Explore the diverse menu, try a few different dishes, and savor the flavors of Shanghai right here in San Mateo.

Little Shanghai Restaurant Menu

Location

Address: 17 E 25th Ave San Mateo, CA 94403
Phone: (650) 573-7161

🕓 Work Hours
MON Closed
TUE Closed
WED 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
THU 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
FRI 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
SAT 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
SUN 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Business info

  • Offers Delivery
    Yes
  • Reservations
    No
  • Many Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Android Pay
    No
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    No
  • Casual
    Yes
  • Loud
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Lunch, Dinner
    Yes
  • Street Parking, Private Lot Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Beer & Wine Only
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    No
  • Wi-Fi
    No
  • Happy Hour
    No
  • Dogs Not Allowed
    No
  • TV
    No
  • Bike Parking
    No

Last Reviews

  • Author: Jonathan C.

    01 July 2024

    Been going here for years. Food is very authentic, I recommend the appetizers like the onion pancake, dumplings and beef noodle soup. Service is always friendly - a lot of them speak Cantonese

  • Author: Lu C.

    26 May 2024

    Authentic Shanghai's food. My family comes here for big and small celebrations because it never disappoints. We always ordered the same dishes however this time we tried a number of different items and they were delicious as well. The service: can be brusque when it's very busy but like everything else, when you show respect and understanding to others they reciprocate. I find the waiters were always nice even the seemingly stern lady owner. She was so kind to offer us a desert for we have a 90 year birthday girl among us. Prices very reasonable. Food are always good.

  • Author: Jessie W.

    29 April 2024

    Authentic shanghai restaurant to cure hometown craving! Food is definitely five star as long as you know a few dishes to avoid. I've been three times so far and all the appetizers, soup and stir fly we've tried are delicious! I'll stay away from pan fried dumpling and Shanghai noodle as there are so many better dishes to order at this place. The price is also reasonable. The interior is mediocre but the floor is not sticky :) If you dine in, don't expect quality services. They were too busy (short of staff) to be friendly and quick to request. Just adjust your expectations before come - you're here for the great shanghai food at reasonable price, not the service.

  • Author: Rosie M.

    21 February 2024

    For our last minute dinner plans, we decided to meet up with our family members at the Little Shanghai Restaurant situated in San Mateo. Although the service was a bit slow, the restaurant was bustling with people, which is always a great sign, especially when you're celebrating the Lunar New Year with your loved ones. We were excited to try out some of the authentic Shanghainese dishes, and we ordered several plates to share. Unfortunately, we were so thrilled with the taste and aroma that we couldn't even take photos of the food before it was all gone. One of the standout dishes of the night was the bean curd with Ma Lan vegetables. The vegetables were delightfully fresh and had a subtle yet excellent flavor that complemented the bean curd perfectly. It was undoubtedly the highlight of our dining experience at the Little Shanghai Restaurant.

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