Most delicious chinese food in the town, especially after two weeks of western fast foods trip
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
mountain scott
Shanghai Restaurant – Santa Barbara
I lived in China for a few years, and this is the only restaurant in Santa Barbara that comes close to offering truly authentic Chinese food. The flavors and variety of dishes are unlike anything you’ll find within a 30-mile radius.
The owner is full of personality and makes sure the restaurant has a warm, friendly atmosphere. She takes time to get to know her customers and is incredibly attentive to detail, which really sets this place apart.
If you love Chinese food—and especially if you’ve been frustrated with the options around Santa Barbara—this spot is an absolute must-try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
shelley pierce
love the vegetarian menu here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mary Lou Weidlich
Great food, wonderful hospitality and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeff Brookshire
First time here, for takeout. Staff was friendly and the food was the best Chinese food I have had since covid. It seems most restaurants have lowered their quality, but not this one.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sunita Maharaj-Vidal
Food was old school Chinese! Lots of flavor! The waitress was great, she managed all the tables. This is obviously a local's place.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Honey B
Clean, delicious cuisine,awesome service.
James McMath
Excellent food and service at VERY reasonable prices.
Mary Tieger
Had Mongolian beef it was great. Danni the owner super sweet funny. Great time
Lisa Aldredge Smith
I found this place today and it’s seriously some of the best Chinese food I’ve had outside of China! I ordered the pork mushu lunch for $11.95 and it’s delicious. The portion size is large, the ingredients are very fresh, and the seasoning is perfect. The pancakes are prepared just right and there are two egg rolls with rice also included. The owner was so sweet and greeted me with genuine interest. I can’t wait to go back! It’s really fantastic!
One of the Best hot and sour soups I’ve had ! Extremely friendly staff . Kung pao chicken was very tasty!
Marie Moreau
Well I wasn't expecting too much but I was pleasantly surprised with the tasty warm won ton soup. The crispy bao was pretty tasty too. I will be back. Betty provided is with great and professional service.
Tony Curcuro
Overall great restaurant - food was incredible and service was even better. highly reccomend dining here, some of the best chinese food i've had in SB
moretofuplease
Clearly labeling could help. The word vegan doesn't appear on the menu. I believed rave reviews from our fellow vegans. I told our server we were vegan, asked if the meatless wonton soup was vegan, she said yes. Sure tasted like chicken broth. And a strange thing, meatless wontons were won ton skins with no filling at all. Soybean beef also seemed a little too meat-like, not in a good way. Soybean chicken was obviously faux meat, but bland. The curry chicken was listed as spicy but was not. The beef and vegetables also had little flavor. No brown rice option.
alaskarawliving
The soy beef and soy chicken are pretty darn good! We got the chowmein and the fried rice.
Most delicious chinese food in the town, especially after two weeks of western fast foods trip
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shanghai Restaurant – Santa Barbara
I lived in China for a few years, and this is the only restaurant in Santa Barbara that comes close to offering truly authentic Chinese food. The flavors and variety of dishes are unlike anything you’ll find within a 30-mile radius.
The owner is full of personality and makes sure the restaurant has a warm, friendly atmosphere. She takes time to get to know her customers and is incredibly attentive to detail, which really sets this place apart.
If you love Chinese food—and especially if you’ve been frustrated with the options around Santa Barbara—this spot is an absolute must-try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
love the vegetarian menu here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food, wonderful hospitality and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time here, for takeout. Staff was friendly and the food was the best Chinese food I have had since covid. It seems most restaurants have lowered their quality, but not this one.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was old school Chinese! Lots of flavor! The waitress was great, she managed all the tables. This is obviously a local's place.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Clean, delicious cuisine,awesome service.
Excellent food and service at VERY reasonable prices.
Had Mongolian beef it was great. Danni the owner super sweet funny. Great time
I found this place today and it’s seriously some of the best Chinese food I’ve had outside of China! I ordered the pork mushu lunch for $11.95 and it’s delicious. The portion size is large, the ingredients are very fresh, and the seasoning is perfect. The pancakes are prepared just right and there are two egg rolls with rice also included. The owner was so sweet and greeted me with genuine interest. I can’t wait to go back! It’s really fantastic!
Restaurantji Recommends
One of the Best hot and sour soups I’ve had ! Extremely friendly staff . Kung pao chicken was very tasty!
Well I wasn't expecting too much but I was pleasantly surprised with the tasty warm won ton soup. The crispy bao was pretty tasty too. I will be back. Betty provided is with great and professional service.
Overall great restaurant - food was incredible and service was even better. highly reccomend dining here, some of the best chinese food i've had in SB
Clearly labeling could help. The word vegan doesn't appear on the menu. I believed rave reviews from our fellow vegans. I told our server we were vegan, asked if the meatless wonton soup was vegan, she said yes. Sure tasted like chicken broth. And a strange thing, meatless wontons were won ton skins with no filling at all. Soybean beef also seemed a little too meat-like, not in a good way. Soybean chicken was obviously faux meat, but bland. The curry chicken was listed as spicy but was not. The beef and vegetables also had little flavor. No brown rice option.
The soy beef and soy chicken are pretty darn good! We got the chowmein and the fried rice.
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