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What to order
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Seafood Sushi
Recommended for its fantastic quality and variety, mentioned as part of the standout seafood selection in the buffet.
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Salmon
Praised as part of the excellent seafood offerings, with reviewers highlighting the overall freshness and taste of the fish options.
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Prawns
Included in the highly praised seafood spread, noted for being part of the delicious and varied selection.
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Duck
Mentioned among the mains that were 'all very tasty,' showing it was one of the more enjoyed hot dishes.
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Braised Steaks
Recommended because reviewers specifically called them tasty as part of the well-liked mains selection.
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Macaroni Cheese
Listed as a popular kid-friendly option in the buffet, included among the tasty items available for families.
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Cheesecakes
Part of the dessert selection that was praised for its wide range and appeal.
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Chocolate Fountain
Highlighted as one of the fun and popular dessert options in the vast pudding selection.
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Ice Creams
Frequently appreciated as part of the dessert bar, adding to the variety and appeal of the sweet offerings.
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Candy Floss
Mentioned as a free treat on the way out, adding a memorable extra touch to the dining experience.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 3 PM, 4:30 to 9:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 12 to 3 PM, 4:30 to 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 3 PM, 4:30 to 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 3 PM, 4:30 to 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 3 PM, 4:30 to 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 9 PM |
About Shanghai Banquet
Shanghai Banquet is a Chinese restaurant in Galashiels, Scotland, known for its buffet-style dining and wide food selection. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly and welcoming staff, the variety of clearly labelled dishes, and the clean, well-kept dining room. The menu is described as good value for money, with seafood, sushi, duck, braised steaks, desserts, and a salad bar among the items mentioned. It is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and it accepts reservations.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Shanghai Banquet known for?
It is best known for its Chinese buffet and very large selection of dishes, including seafood, sushi, salmon, prawns, duck, and braised steaks. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the friendly staff and the clear food labels, which make the buffet easy to navigate.
What dishes are most recommended at Shanghai Banquet?
Reviewers specifically highlight seafood, sushi, salmon, prawns, duck, braised steaks, and the dessert spread, including cheesecakes, mousses, chocolate fountain, and ice creams. The buffet also gets praise for having options like macaroni cheese, nuggets, and sausages for families.
What is the atmosphere like at Shanghai Banquet?
The atmosphere is described as casual and trendy, with a clean, pristine dining room and a nice view over a pond with swans. It suits groups, families, and solo diners, and several reviews mention that the staff make the place feel welcoming and relaxed.
Is Shanghai Banquet good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is £20 to £30, and reviewers repeatedly call it very reasonable and good value for the amount of food offered. People mention that the wide buffet selection and dessert bar make the cost feel worthwhile.
Do you need to book ahead or expect anything special when visiting Shanghai Banquet?
Dinner reservations are recommended, especially because the buffet is popular and review tags mention strong demand for its food selection. The restaurant also accepts cash, card, and NFC mobile payments, though one early review noted cash-only payment before the card machine was set up.
Is parking available at Shanghai Banquet?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Shanghai Banquet kid-friendly?
Yes, Shanghai Banquet is good for kids.
