Sarah Place

I'm so glad my mom and I stumbled in here years ago. A couple eating near us explained shanghainese (he said it like that) food, a little history, the flavor profile of food from Shanghai and how it's different than the more upfront flavors of Chinese food from the Sichuan province that Americans probably expect from Chinese restaurants. That, coupled with the food, was an awesome first experience. I'll never forget it and am grateful someone was kind and open to strangers. I've shared dishes I've gotten for takeout with a few, choice people but I don't share the location because selfishness basically. I'm leaving this review for whoever discovers this place on their own and hesitates to go in. Prewarning: if you're picky, unaccustomed to their flavors/ingredients or being ok with trying a other dish if the one your order doesn't hit the mark, this may not work for you. I don't think most menu items, flavors and ingredients are that adventurous as it's supposed to be more subtle/gentle flavors but not everyone has my taste buds. Plus, they have dishes with XO sauce and that goes great on pretty much any meat. I will mention one dish, the Sautéed string beans: the way they make it and whatever they use is so good and not too salty to me. Still trying to casually get the recipe for this dish, only because I love it so much.

Wanted to try a new spot for traditional Asian cuisine without a buffet and I nailed it! Excellent house special fried rice, the shrimp was melting in my mouth it was so fresh. Got the Moo Pai pork and crab steamed dumplings, crab was undetectable but still good nonetheless. Finally on to the pepper steak, very tender and big chunks of red and green peppers which I liked. Overall it was a clean atmosphere without the clanking of dishes you get with a buffet type setting and I will definitely be coming back here.

Hadn't been in a while, but one taste of their special ribs and I vowed to come back with husband in tow just for that! Came with friends for lunch and servings were generous. Lunch came with complimentary soup. Dining room was spacious and clean, a good space between tables. Our server was efficient.

I had the Shanghai style egg rolls. First time I had that particular variation. Loved the flavor, as it uses a healthy amount of mushroom as a key ingredient. Thought the flavor was really good. I also had the Xiao Long Bao (soup dumplings). Very good broth, good texture. Maybe a little heavy with the dough, but not terribly so at least. I'll definitely give this place another shot when I'm back in town.