China Mama - Shanghai Plaza

China Mama in Las Vegas really delivered. The atmosphere was great, the interior was stylish, and the food was honestly amazing. Everything we ordered tasted fresh and well-balanced, not overly salty like some other spots. It felt like real, quality cooking. If I could give a 4.5, I would, but I’ll round down to four just to be fair. The wait time was okay, but if you’re coming with a big group, plan ahead—it can get crowded fast. That said, it’s budget-friendly if you go in with the mindset of sharing family-style. Definitely worth checking out if you’re in the area and craving solid Chinese food with a great vibe.

Overall experience was good. We ordered 3 plates, fried sweet/sour pork, beef roll, and duck. The beef roll was pretty good but the outside was pretty dry and tough compared to others I've had. The pork had a very "porky" flavor to it, which I was not very fond of. The sauce wasn't as strong flavored as others we've had either. It was was probably the worst plate of the 3. The duck was actually pretty good. Good flavor, crispy, and great sauce with it. Walked out spending over $80.

China Mama – A Hidden Gem in Vegas Chinatown Tucked away off the Strip in Chinatown, China Mama is a true hidden gem that delivers big flavors and even bigger portions. If you're looking to escape the tourist crowds and enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine, this is the spot. I started with the seafood soup, and it was absolutely delicious—rich, comforting, and full of fresh seafood. The pork buns were soft, flavorful, and perfectly steamed, while the crispy beef was a standout: savory, crunchy, and just the right amount of sweet heat. The portions here are generous—perfect for sharing or for those with a serious appetite. And the service? Friendly, fast, and attentive. You really feel welcomed from the moment you walk in. Whether you're a local or visiting Vegas, China Mama is well worth the trip off the beaten path. Come hungry—you won’t leave disappointed!

China Mama is a must-visit spot in Las Vegas Chinatown. The food tastes authentic, the portions are generous, and the flavors are always on point. Their soup dumplings are especially famous — fresh, juicy, and delicious. It’s a great place to enjoy classic Chinese comfort food, and the lively atmosphere makes it even better. Definitely worth the wait if it’s busy!

1st timer and it was absolutely amazing. Everything was a 5 star from the food, customer service. The atmosphere is a 4 star as it was a little hot (temperature) in there. Maybe turn down the air conditioner and it will change to a 5 star. We got crispy beef, honey walnut shrimp, sesame chicken, big mouth rolls, pot stickers, Mama's special chow mein. They give you complimentary green hot tea at your table. Great food and customer service. We will definitely be back.

Located in the Shanghai Plaza off Spring Mountaun Road in Chinatown. First and foremost, it's a parking nightmare here. There's too many businesses for a parking lot this size. It's best to have someone drop you off or use a taxi or rideshare. Secondly, this is a fire hazard with everyone waiting by the door while waiting for an available table. Thirdly, there is a bar with 6-7 barstools to serve guests faster, but the bar guests are seated just as long as those seated at tables, if not longer. Those seated don't take into consideration that there's several people waiting to be seated. What Yelp doesn't and hasn't mentioned is that you should make a reservation on Yelp before coming to save yourself some time on waiting to be seated. We got seated after waiting an hour, but we got removed from the waitlist despite waiting inside by the door. They did seat us and not make us get on the wait list again. Tip to the staff, call the person's name because they may be waiting in the restaurant. Don't worry if you have allergies as they can prepare the meal to not include what you're allergic to, such as nuts. The best part was the general manager, Alex, who dies a phenomenal job, making sure that every guest gets taken care of. If you want Cinese for your meal, try them at any of their locations.

Best Walnut Shrimp I have ever had. I love the hot green tea they have on the table. The braised beef noodle soup w/ spicy style was amazing! The mama fried rice has a combination of chicken, beef and shrimp. It is done perfectly.

One of the locations of an institution in Vegas. The place looks swanky and nice to sit down and have a meal. The food itself was a tad disappointing. Must the dishes I ordered. The duck was dry and tasteless though it was crispy in some places. The pan fried bun tasted too yeasty for me and the filling was not full enough. Prices are on the higher side but it is a nice sitdown place that you can have with friends and family. At least the tea is gratis :-)