Shanghai Chinese Restaurant
Durham, NC 27705
Phone: (919) 383-7581
Fax: (919) 383-7581
Ratings & Reviews Summary for Shanghai Chinese Restaurant
What Users are Saying:
- Prompt seating
- Romantic
- Good for kids
- Good for groups
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User Reviews for Shanghai Chinese Restaurant
02/14/2008 Posted by vdoom
I looked this place up before we went, and their website, menu, and atmosphere are nice, but the food is exactly what you would expect from some hole-in-the-wall general "chinese" restaurant. I had the lamb in garlic sauce, but I never would have guessed thats what it was if I didn't order it myself, since it tasted just like the beef that my friend ordered. It was also supposed to be a spicy dish, but there seemed to be no spice whatsoever. Flavors were bland and thrown together in that overly saucy, cheap american/chinese food kind of way, the egg and shanghai rolls were pretty tastless. The soup was alright though, and our waiter and the owners at the door were really nice. Would not recommend if you are looking for something more authentic and flavorful. Look up Champas in Raleigh (even though its Thai and not Chinese), it's definitely better.
Pros: Nice atmosphere, good service
Cons: Food was disappointing
12/28/2004 Posted by jlsjem
I have been dining at Shanghai since I was a small child and have never been disappointed. The Hot and Sour soup is the best you will find in Durham and all of the entrees are served hot, flavorful and authentic. Two can easily eat here for $25 and leave with left overs! How lucky we are to have this gem in Durham!
Pros: Hot & Sour Soup, Fresh, Flavorful
05/30/2004 Posted by adnilaras
We love chinese food, but it can be tough to find a really good chinese restaurant. Shanghai is WONDERFUL!!! Every dish we've ever had there has been amazing - they start with great ingredients, so the chicken, beef, and other meats are super fresh and tender. My mouth waters just thinking about it, it quite possibly the best chinese food we've EVER had. The atmosphere is quite pleasant, parking is super easy, service is great. Plus - they deliver too!
Pros: Amazing food, Reasonable prices, Good parking
06/14/2002 Posted by wh001
I have had a difficult time finding a Chinese restaurant that I really like near downtown Durham. This restaurant has come the closest to pleasing my critical taste.
