Miss Lu's Tangyuan Shop
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 4.4
No. 118 Jialin Road (near Wenhua Square)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shanghai, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 118 Jialin Road (near Wenhua Square). It is a 小吃快餐 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Family Feast, Small Dumplings, Red Date Paste Tangyuan.
If you do not eat pork, make sure to use Dragon Mate voice to clearly tell the staff “no pork” before ordering.
Restaurant guide
- City: Shanghai
- Category: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: No. 118 Jialin Road (near Wenhua Square)
- Popular dishes: Family Feast, Small Dumplings, Red Date Paste Tangyuan, Freshly Wrapped Dumplings, Glutinous Rice Pancake
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Dishes
Family FeastFamily Feast is a dish that combines various ingredients, including sliced meat, seafood such as shrimp and fish fillets, vegetables like broccoli and carrots, and soy products such as tofu. These ingredients are carefully prepared and served with a rich broth, making it both nutritious and delicious.
Small DumplingsDumpling soup is a Chinese snack made by wrapping minced pork or shrimp in thin dough wrappers to form small dumplings. The filling is placed in the center of the wrapper, which is then sealed and boiled. It is commonly served in broth or plain water, garnished with green onions, cilantro, and soy sauce.
Red Date Paste TangyuanA traditional Chinese dessert made of glutinous rice balls filled with sweet red date paste, boiled and served warm.
Freshly Wrapped DumplingsFreshly wrapped dumplings are made with minced pork or shrimp, encased in thin dough and boiled until tender—ideal for breakfast or late-night meals.
Glutinous Rice PancakeA traditional Chinese snack made from glutinous rice flour, pan-fried until golden and enjoyed for its sweet, chewy texture.
Sesame Glutinous Rice BallsSesame tangyuan is made with glutinous rice flour for the skin, filled with a mixture of roasted black sesame and sugar. The dough is shaped into balls and boiled until they float.
Sheep's Sorrel DumplingsSheep's sorrel dumplings are made with fresh shepherd's purse and glutinous rice flour, filled with pork or vegetarian stuffing, then boiled in a light broth for a delicate, savory taste.
荠菜肉馄饨荠菜肉馄饨是以荠菜和猪肉为主要食材制成的馄饨。荠菜洗净切碎,与猪肉馅混合调味,包入馄饨皮中,煮熟后食用。
Shepherd's Purse DumplingsJi菜 dumplings are made with shepherd's purse and pork. The washed and chopped shepherd's purse is mixed with minced pork, seasoned, and used as filling. Wrapped in dumpling wrappers and boiled, the key lies in the fresh aroma and delicate texture of the filling.
Dumplings with Vegetable and Meat FillingDumplings filled with pork and vegetables are made primarily from pork, vegetables, and flour. The filling is prepared by mixing minced pork with chopped vegetables, then wrapped in dough and boiled.
Vegetable and Meat TangyuanA traditional Chinese dessert made with glutinous rice dough filled with a savory mixture of minced pork and vegetables, boiled until soft and flavorful.
Shrimp DumplingsShrimp dumplings are filled with fresh shrimp and pork, wrapped in delicate dough to create traditional Chinese wontons. The freshness of the shrimp blends harmoniously with the rich flavor of the pork, while the soft and tender wrapper and clear broth deliver a simple yet pure taste.
Fresh Meat TangyuanFresh meat tangyuan is a traditional Chinese dessert made with glutinous rice dough filled with seasoned pork and shrimp, boiled until soft and chewy.