Iconic Chinatown staple for must-try soup dumplings. A classic, albeit sometimes touristy, spot for authentic Shanghainese flavors.
A classic Shanghainese restaurant, Joe's Shanghai is a beloved spot in NYC, particularly famous for its soup dumplings. While some find it a bit touristy, it remains a go-to for authentic flavors and a quintessential Chinatown experience. The menu offers a range of Shanghainese specialties, with dumplings consistently highlighted as a must-try.
Joe's Shanghai is celebrated for its Shanghainese cuisine, with soup dumplings (Xiao Long Bao) being the standout dish, consistently recommended by diners. Other praised items include braised pork belly and cold sesame noodles. While generally well-received, some reviews note a decline in quality over time or suggest it can be touristy.
"Soup dumplings (Xiao Long Bao) are the most frequently recommended dish, with many users highlighting them as a must-try. Other recommended items include braised pork belly, cold sesame noodles, sautéed string beans, and crispy shredded beef."
Customers frequently praise Joe's Shanghai for its excellent soup dumplings, considering it a classic and essential NYC dining experience. While some perceive it as touristy, the overall sentiment leans positive, especially for those seeking authentic Shanghainese cuisine.
Important Note
Some reviews suggest the restaurant can be touristy, and one user mentioned a perceived decline in quality over time. Another diner had an awkward experience with a fish dish served with the head on.
"Joe's Shanghai is suggested as a restaurant that might be open on Thanksgiving, with a question about preferred cuisine or area."
Positive"Lists Joe's Shanghai as a potential restaurant choice."
Neutral"This commenter recommends Joes Shanghai."
Negative"Joe's Shanghai was mentioned as a possible restaurant choice in the FiDi area."
Neutral"Joe's Shanghai is called a tourist trap, with the user stating that many other soup dumpling places are superior and have less of a wait."
Negative"This commenter recommends Shanghai 21 as a good place for XLB and also suggests Joe Shanghai as a Chinatown staple, recommending it to say you've been there."
Positive"This user generally recommends Joe's Shanghai for dim sum as a default option for visitors in Chinatown, particularly for those who want to walk around the area afterward."
Positive"Joe Shanghai is mentioned as a great place in Chinatown for soup dumplings."
Positive"Joe Shanghai is mentioned as a great place in Chinatown for soup dumplings."
Positive"This user believes Joe's Shanghai is always a good choice, noting that while the Manhattan location isn't as good as their old Flushing location, it's still very good."
Positive"This user mentioned Joe's Shanghai, stating it used to be good but has declined."
Negative"Responding to a query about Joe's Shanghai, this user recommended the sautéed string beans and crispy shredded beef."
Neutral"This user inquired about Joe's Shanghai, asking if their crab rangoon is homemade or supplied, and also asked for other favorites, mentioning they like the white meat sesame chicken."
Neutral"Joe's Shanghai is recommended for its cold sesame noodles. The user also mentioned Shanghai on 2nd and 71st for crab rangoon."
Neutral"The commenter lists Joe's Shanghai as a place tourists might go."
Neutral"Joe's Shanghai in Chinatown is recommended as a place that, despite being potentially 'touristy', remains fantastic. The comment also highlights that Chinatown offers very affordable dumpling and sliced pork options, around $3-5."
Positive"This user mentions Joe's Shanghai as having crab soup dumplings."
Neutral"Joe's Shanghai is suggested as a potential option, despite the general observation that many Chinatown restaurants are more "no-frills" than upscale."
Positive"A Redditor recommended Joe’s Shanghai as a solid choice for a first-timer visiting New York."
Positive"The user recommends Joe's Shanghai as a better alternative for XLB, describing it as tastier and cheaper than Din Tai Fung."
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