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Chinese restaurant in Huangpu, Shanghai
What should I order at Shanghai Grandmother Restaurant?
What to order
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Braised Pork
Recommended multiple times as a signature dish, with reviews praising its delicious flavor, comforting home-style taste, and standout quality. It is specifically called a must-order item and one of the best things to try here.
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Pouched Beef in Sichuan Spicy Sauce
Highlighted as a signature spicy dish that is intensely enjoyable, making it a standout recommendation for diners who want something with heat and bold flavor.
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Steamed Chicken With Ginger Sauce
Mentioned as a tasty comfort-food dish with generous portions and quick service, and one reviewer paired it with other favorites in a very satisfying meal.
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Shanghai-Style Chicken
Praised for its outstanding taste, aroma, and tenderness, with one reviewer describing it as the most impressive dish they tried.
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Glutinous Rice
Recommended alongside the chicken and char siew as part of a very satisfying lunch, suggesting it is a well-liked and reliable side or accompaniment.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
About Shanghai Grandmother Restaurant
Shanghai Grandmother Restaurant is a Chinese restaurant in Huangpu, Shanghai. It serves Shanghai food and other local Chinese dishes, with reviews frequently mentioning mapo, braised pork, dongpo pork, chili shrimp, and pork belly. Reviewers consistently praise the flavorful food, generous portions, quick service, and English menus with photos that make ordering easier. The restaurant is described as casual and cozy, and it is popular for lunch and dinner.
Amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Small plates
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trending
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Frequently asked
What is Shanghai Grandmother Restaurant known for?
It is best known for Shanghai-style comfort food, especially dongpo pork, braised pork, and mapo tofu. Reviewers also call out its generous portions and say the dishes are flavorful and satisfying, which makes it a strong pick near the Bund.
What dishes are most recommended at Shanghai Grandmother Restaurant?
The most frequently recommended items include dongpo pork, braised pork, mapo tofu, and the chicken with tea aroma, which reviewers praise for tenderness and aroma. Other dishes that get specific mentions are steamed chicken with ginger sauce, chili shrimp, char siu, and glutinous rice.
What is the atmosphere like at Shanghai Grandmother Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and busy, with a mix of locals and tourists and seating on more than one floor. It suits solo diners, groups, and visitors looking for a quick meal after walking around the Bund, since service is often described as fast and efficient.
Is Shanghai Grandmother Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is ¥100–150, and reviewers repeatedly describe the food as quite affordable or good value for the portion size. Several comments mention generous servings and say the quality makes it worth returning to, especially for Shanghai dishes near the Bund.
Do you need a reservation or should you expect a wait at Shanghai Grandmother Restaurant?
Dinner reservations are recommended, but reviews show that waits are often short, with some diners seated right away even around 6:30 to 8:00 pm. It can be crowded at peak dinner times, yet the service is usually quick and tables turn over efficiently.
Is Shanghai Grandmother Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Shanghai Grandmother Restaurant is good for kids.
