Led by a local Shanghainese, the Xiaolongbao that Director Ang Lee absolutely loves!
The Best Xiaolongbao in Shanghai
The best Xiaolongbao is in Shanghai, and the best Xiaolongbao in Shanghai is right here! š„ Made the traditional old Shanghai way, steamed fresh and eaten hot, this shop has been around for 33 yearsālocals have been eating here since childhood! The owner is from Nanjing, which is why the shop is named Nanjing Soup Dumplings.
š Although many celebrities have visited, the owner remains humbleāno celebrity photos on the walls, and no attempts to join any ranking lists. Rumor has it that Director Ang Lee visits every time heās in Shanghai, and Li Dan mentioned this very Xiaolongbao in his recent podcast.
š° The true king of value for money: their signature fresh pork Xiaolongbao is Ā„13 for 8 pieces. Last week, I took some friends visiting from Hong Kong, and they said that this quality would cost 10 times more there! š®
š Address: 641 Jianguo West Road (near Hengshan Road, a 5-minute walk)
ā° Business hours: 5:30 AM - 12:00 AM, perfect for late-night eats!
š” There are many old Western-style houses nearby to explore, and this shop is on my recommended Citywalk Route (Part 1), so you can check it out along the way! šø
