China Mama - Shanghai Plaza

China Mama was a fantastic dining experience and easily one of the most authentic Chinese meals we’ve had in the U.S. We ordered the crispy duck, beef tendon appetizer, and spicy wontons, and every dish delivered bold, well-balanced flavors. The crispy duck was especially memorable—perfectly crunchy skin on the outside with juicy, tender meat inside, seasoned just right without being overly greasy. The beef tendon appetizer had that ideal texture: soft yet slightly chewy, deeply infused with savory spices, and incredibly satisfying. The spicy wontons were packed with flavor, coated in a rich chili oil sauce that had a nice kick but didn’t overpower the dish. One thing to note is that rice is not included with these dishes, which is common in many traditional Chinese restaurants, especially those aiming for authenticity. Once you know that, it makes sense—each dish is meant to stand on its own. What really stood out was how close the flavors were to what we had while visiting China. From the seasoning to the cooking techniques, the food felt genuine and comforting, not overly Americanized. The overall experience brought back memories of eating in local restaurants abroad—simple, bold, and focused on letting the ingredients shine. I’d also add that China Mama is pretty clean and well-maintained, which made the dining experience comfortable. The only downside is the noise level—it can get quite loud, with people talking in higher, energetic voices, especially during busy hours. That said, the lively atmosphere feels very authentic and actually reminds us of popular restaurants in China, where meals are social, animated, and full of energy.

This started off as our plan B for dinner, but we're so happy that fate pushed us into this restaurant. Delicious!! Multiple appetizers and entrees for our party of 4. Wonderful food! Hot, fresh and flavorful! Sea Bass, Crispy Beef, Orange Chicken, Pot Stickers, Dumplings, and a couple of Old Fashioned's to top it off. If we're ever back in Las Vegas, we'll definitely hit this spot again! Restaurant was clean and ambiance was pleasant. Yingyi was great! Really friendly and offered great menu options. Promote to General Manager immediately!!!

We heard the lunch hour is very busy; as visitors, we planned our visit for the early afternoon. Arriving @ 2:15pm on a Wednesday, we were able to walk right in and get a table, the restaurant was about 80% full. Taking a cue from Guy K., we ordered the Crispy Fried Beef, Green Beans and the house chow mein. Our kind waitress remarked 'those are all my favorites'. The green beans arrived first; the seasoning was AMAZING and the texture of the deep fried beans just delectable. Is that preserved vegetable in there I taste? One of my favorite asian ingredients. As were picking at the beans, the fried beef and noodles arrived. The beef, a sizable portion, was delicious, slightly spicy. You will get a decent amount of 'batter bits', but they're delicious too. The noodles were just right, could've used more proteins IMO, and well seasoned. I did slather on a little chili paste. Rice is not included and must be ordered a la carte, but we didnt need it. The included hot tea was very good. Loved being able to see the kitchen staff through the window. They have an ordering kiosk setup for to-go orders which I thought was pretty cool. They also have a tiny bar/lounge. Service was superb. Looking forward to visiting again on our next trip to LV!

The food here is delicious, especially the Mapo Tofu—I highly recommend it! This is my second time dining here in Vegas, so you could say I’m a loyal returning customer now.

I've been meaning to try this place for sometime now and have finally got a chance. We went to the location in the Shanghai plaza in Chinatown. The place was pretty busy, but we were seated quickly. We ordered the Mama's special pan fried buns, braised beef noodle soup, pork chops, and signature three cup chicken (discounted price). The pan fried buns came out almost instantly, which was good because we were hungry, but they were also lukewarm (it may have been already prepared beforehand). The braised beef noodle soup was delicious and the fried pork chops were tasty. The three cup chicken was also good, but it seemed like they gently fried the chicken first (haven't had it that way before). Overall, the place did it's job and filled us up until dinner.

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.

This is the probably the best Chinese food I’ve ever had in my 50+ years on planet earth. Every plate they brought out was delicious! I cant believe a party of 5 was under $200. This is the Chinese food other Chinese restaurants wish they had.

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!

As per a friend's recommendation, my fiancé and I decide to venture off the strip for Chinese food at China Mama. I'm thrilled we did. Reasonable prices and giant portions...what more could you ask for?? This location (there are several) was located in Shanghai plaza which had dozens and dozens of Asian eateries and bakeries to choose from. I could have spent hours hopping from place to place. We went for an early dinner before the Golden Knights game and I'm glad we showed up around 5. The place was packed. I could see there being a wait later in the evening. We split 3 dishes to try a variety of things. Truthfully, if we knew the portions were going to be so large we would have only ordered 2! If you're local, expect to take leftovers home!! We tried the pot stickers, orange chicken, and crispy beef. It was all fresh and delicious. We could have easily fed another two people. My favorite was the crispy beef. This seems to be a very popular dish. Well worth the 15 minute uber ride to escape the craziness of the strip.

We heard the lunch hour is very busy; as visitors, we planned our visit for the early afternoon. Arriving @ 2:15pm on a Wednesday, we were able to walk right in and get a table, the restaurant was about 80% full. Taking a cue from Guy K., we ordered the Crispy Fried Beef, Green Beans and the house chow mein. Our kind waitress remarked 'those are all my favorites'. The green beans arrived first; the seasoning was AMAZING and the texture of the deep fried beans just delectable. Is that preserved vegetable in there I taste? One of my favorite asian ingredients. As were picking at the beans, the fried beef and noodles arrived. The beef, a sizable portion, was delicious, slightly spicy. You will get a decent amount of 'batter bits', but theyre delicious too. The noodles were just right, could've used more proteins IMO, and well seasoned. I did slather on a little chili paste. Rice is not included and must be ordered a la carte, but we didnt need it. The included hot tea was very good. Loved being able to see the kitchen staff through the window. They have an ordering kiosk setup for to-go orders which I thought was pretty cool. They also have a tiny bar/lounge. Service was superb. Looking forward to visiting again on our next trip to LV!

Honestly would have written a 5 star review if there wasn't such high expectations. Service and cleanliness a 5+/5. The speed of the food was nearly instant. Overall, some hits and some misses. If you're a pan fried dumpling or spicy meat person, this place hits a homer. But if you're ordering soup and vegetables, I was a bit sad. Crispy Beef - as stated, it's pretty epic Szechuan Wontons - excellent little bombs of flavor Beef Noodle Soup - I was really sad, noodles were mushy and broth tasted like water. Does not transport you back to Taiwan Cucumbers - Didn't have the garlic pop or freshness you'd expect Overall, if I had low expectations, this would have been a 5/5. But with so many great stories about this place, it maybe had an off night. TLDR - great but not amazing

If you're wondering whether a restaurant is worth a one-hour wait, let me save you the suspense: China Mama is absolutely worth every second. From the moment we were seated, it was clear that this isn't just a meal; it's an experience. Pan fried pork dumplings: The presentation alone is a 10/10. These dumplings come with a crispy, golden-brown lattice skirt that provides a perfect crunch before you hit the juicy, savory filling. Crispy Beef: This was a standout. Perfectly rendered, incredibly crunchy, and tossed in a sweet and savory glaze that didn't compromise the texture. Orange Chicken was bright, crispy, and far superior to any standard takeout version. Wood Ear Mushrooms: For those who like a bit of zip, the cold mushroom salad with chili and cilantro provided a refreshing, vinegary snap that balanced the heavier dishes perfectly. Beef Roll: Flaky, scallion-pancake-style wrap stuffed with tender beef and hoisin--pure comfort food. Despite the packed house, the service was completely on point. We were braced for a long wait for the food after the long wait for a table, but we were shocked by how quickly everything arrived. The kitchen is a well-oiled machine. The tea service was also a lovely touch, served in beautiful lotus-patterned ceramic ware that added an extra layer of authenticity and warmth to the meal. China Mama delivers on the hype. It's rare to find a place where the food is this excellent across so many different types of dishes. If you see a crowd outside, join the waitlist and stay--you won't regret it.

The food and prices were perfect. The ambiance made you feel like you were part of a special local special spot. The service was helpful and quick. Be prepared to wait if you are trying to go during a popular hour Crispy beef wow this is a must get Pan fried pork bun sooo good and delicious a must get Wontons in Szechuan pepper sauce Wowsers a must get Fried shrimp in special sauce very good but too similar to crispy beef next will try Salted egg yolk prawns Cucumber shrimp dumpling refreshing really good bite might try something else next time though

Came here specifically for the crispy beef and it definitely did not disappoint. The crispy beef came with a side of rice. The crispy beef was crispy on the outside and soft inside. It had a little chewiness also. It was so flavorful. I'm not the biggest fan of meat with some sort of sweet sauce on it, but the sweetness level for the crispy beef was perfect. Service was great. The place at 12 pm when it opened was already busy. Parking lot sucks but is not China Mama's fault. I can't wait to go back to try the other entrees.

Heard great things about china mama and finally got to try it. However I probably had high expectations and I ended up disappointed. Ordered online. All of the rice dishes (even steamed rice!) were sold out. Total for two entrees and a small soup was about $50 before tip. The good: I received text messages regarding my order status, and it was ready at the stated time. Food was packaged neatly, no spillage. Came with utensils and hot sauce. The not so good: the taste. The crispy beef was just ok, and a bit too sweet for my liking. The salt and pepper fried pork chops were a bit bland and under seasoned. The good: the hot & soup was great, and the only item that my party finished.

I've been to a few China Mama locations, and this one might just be my favorite. From the moment you sit down, you're comfortable--lush seating complete with a back pillow is such a nice touch. The modern décor is beautiful, and I loved that they had familiar local YouTube foodies playing on the TVs. They also use Yelp's waitlist check-in at the front, which makes it super easy to know exactly when your table is ready. Huge bonus: hot tea is on the house! So many places charge for it now, so this felt like a thoughtful and appreciated touch. The food and service were both excellent. It's honestly hard to pick a favorite dish because everything tasted great--fresh ingredients, flavorful, and not too heavy. Parking can be a bit of a challenge at this location, but trust me, it's absolutely worth it.

Food are always good here and served hot. Both of our orders ( honey walnut shrimp and the fish in black bean sauce) are delicious. We have an attentive wait staff and we didn't long for our food to come. They always check if we need something. A little noisy tonight as the restaurant was full and lot of people waiting outside. Sometimes parking is hard to find since this is plaza is very popular. But tonight we got lucky!

I finally had a chance to try out China Mama, the Shanghai Plaza location. China Mama has been on my go to list for a few years now. As soon as I walked inside around 5:00 P.M, there was a small wait time for a table, but I decided to eat at the bar area which was completely open on a Friday evening! China Mama has been serving the Las Vegas community for over 20 years. Their Shanghai plaza menu location offers a wide range of options from Crispy Beef, Crispy Duck, Chow Main, Fried Rice, and so much more! Currently, the restaurant is open Monday - Sunday from 11:00 A.M - 3:00 P.M and 4:30 P.M - 9:30 P.M. The following items I had a chance to try out and order were the following Cucumber Salad w/ Mashed Garlic Pot Stickers (10) Crispy Beef (to go order) Chow Mein (to go order) Mama's Special Fried Pork Fried Rice Soup The service was fast! As soon as the appetizer order was placed, the appetizers arrived within 10 minutes! The Cucumber salad with mashed garlic was interesting. The cucumbers tasted fresh. It blended well with additional sauces mixed in. The Pot Stickers were scrumptious! I ended up taking a lot home with me since the Pot stickers were relatively large. The manager was friendly and the team members at the bar area were helpful. While eating some of the appetizers, I had a chance to talk to the team there and ask what their favorite dish was. Everyone had recommended the Mama's special fried pork. I couldn't wait to try it out! The Mama's Special Fried pork presentation was beautiful. The manager I spoke with had mentioned that they even use a dedicated frying vessel specifically for this dish, which explains its uniquely crisp texture and rich flavor. I can't wait to come back and get this dish again! The fried rice was good. The ingredients were fresh and the dish was flavorful. I did mix it with a few bites of the Fried pork. The service was great at this restaurant and I'm so happy that I finally had a chance to eat at China Mama. I even left with plenty of leftovers, enough to enjoy for the next few days.

I can't believe I waited this long to go here. I had heard it's a local favorite and the best Chinese in Las Vegas and I was doubtful. I've been disappointed before. But this was the best Chinese food I have had in Vegas. The little serving dish for my baby. The service was impeccable. The complimentary tea was yummy. The crispy beef was sweet and savory. The pork buns were beautiful and delicious. They are like a dumpling and a bun mixed together. The walnut shrimp was perfect. The fried rice was great vehicle. The leftovers only lasted one night.

China mama can do no wrong. A VEGAS LOCAL STAPLE. Any time we have fam in town this is A MUST STOP. I'm listing everything IVE ordered AND LOVED. I barely have pictures of the food ever because i lack self control here. The crispy beef, egg fried rice, chow main, dumplings, wonton soup, spicy wontons and Dan Dan noodles ARE ITTTTTT. I CANT EVER GET ENOUGH OF THIS PLACE. I'm on a fan fan noodles tip rn because they are sooooooooo good. Oh and the dumplings are worth their wait. I don't understand the China mama slander, we've been coming here for years and this place is sooooo fire. it's uber clean and the staff are always super kind, friendly and attentive. OH AND THEIR TEA IS SO PERFECT.

THE GREEN BEANS. amazing. I could eat just those green beans for a whole meal. Paired well with the crispy beef, which was addicting. Everything else was great too. Tried the beef roll, beef noodle soup, pan fried pork buns. The soup had good flavor. Pan fried pork buns were filled with the same filling as dumplings which was unexpected but still good. All of the food had good quality ingredients and portions were nice and big. Service was friendly. Make sure to get a spot on the waitlist early to avoid long waits--you can join on Yelp.

One of my favorite Chinese restaurants in Vegas. It's the classic spot to go to especially for larger groups. Food is always on point but I'd go for the more traditional dishes on the menu or their specialty items like the braised pig feet, mapo tofu, and sliced fish w/ pickled mustard.

Atmosphere is nice and very lively as it seems to always be busy. Black pepper beef was good but not outstanding. Good quality beef and a very fair portion for the money. I'll try some other things next time but I wouldn't steer anyone away from the dish. Fried rice was just ehh. I would get other dishes over it. Hot and sour soup was just ok also. Savory but just not that good. I asked for a side of orange chicken sauce to put on the rice. He'll yes. lol. Probably the best orange chicken sauce I have ever had. I will come back. Was here by myself or I would have tired more dishes.

Looked up the best Chinese food in Vegas and China Mama topped the list so we wanted to try. We're pleased with the experience. Guest enter and put their name in on a tablet. Wait was about 30 mins so we walked around the shopping center to kill time. When we were seated we were helped promptly by a friendly and funny server. She suggested we add the green beans to our order and we were glad we did. Get them! They're garlicky and delicious. The egg drop soup was also great. The shrimp fried rice was good, but nothing amazing. We also got the sesame chicken and it was OK but not a lot of flavor. None of the food was poor and we'd definitely visit again.

Las Vegas - Decent Chinese food, Shanghainese / northern Chinese flavor, not quite Cantonese style. We tried a couple of dishes as a big group and I had some I liked and some not quite. Beef rolls were pretty solid. Good flavor and the cucumbers provided a good crunch. The honey walnut shrimp was delicious as well! The outside was still crispy and didn't absorb much moisture from the mayo. The flavor of the crispy rice soup was good, but I wish the crispy rice was served on the side so it could stay crispy. The hot and soup was decent, so was stir fry sticky rice cakes (niangao). The pork fried rice had salted egg in it and it's quite salty with a strong flavor, so if you aren't about that, you can skip this dish. On the other hand the house special fried rice didn't come with salted egg. Just like a regular fried rice and might be a bit more kid friendly. They were slammed when they went so service wasn't that attentive. No one filled our waters or our tea pot. We had to ask for a lot of things but at least they gave us. Overall not bad but it won't be my first choice to dine here in Vegas for Chinese food.

China Mama, from hole in the wall to six restaurants in town. China Mama on Jones was the OG location. After it was bought out years ago from the original Mama group, the menu was revamped , and it was done very well. The food is now highly rated by all ethnicities, including Chinese diners. When the Jones location had a kitchen fire, they quickly opened another one in Shanghai Plaza, and we've been going there regularly since. Service (3/5) Hit or miss. Sometimes fast and attentive, other times you have to wave them down for everything. Ambiance (4/5) Clean and open, though some tables can feel a little crowded. Food (5/5) Some of my favorites and must gets: * Mapo tofu * Big mouth roll * Salted egg yolk prawns * Beef roll * Spicy cauliflower dry pot * Orange chicken Overall, this is definitely one of the best Chinese restaurants in town, offering both authentic dishes and familiar favorites like orange chicken.

Christmas Eve at China Mama with our family of 11. We had reservations and were seated around 10 minutes after our reserved time as they were cleaning our table from the previous party. We all ordered a bunch of different items and had a good time trying different dishes. Service was really good as our water glasses were promptly refilled. The place was definitely bustling! Food came out quickly and soon we all were diving in and sharing dishes. I personally liked the braised beef noodles soup and crispy beef. I've had better salt and pepper fish and hot and sour soup. The Crispy pork with special Mama sauce was good and something different! Nothing else stood out, but it was still a good experience and the price was reasonable!

Very authentic nice casual atmosphere very good service. Very good food. Spring rolls 5 stars Hot and sour soup 4 stars. Very good but have had better. Crispy beef 5 stars excellent Crispy duck 4 stars. Good but have had better. Dan Dan noodles 3 stars. Too much garlic for my taste. Decent Fried rice 5 stars. Perfectly made. Tofu dish. 4 stars. Cucumber salad 3 stars. Too much garlic. They tend to over season all their food. Sometimes that works most of the time it doesn't. Pork dumplings 2 stars. Fair. Service 5 stars It's a 4.4. Based on the wait and anticipation of great authentic food it was a slight let down. Have to go with 4 stars.

Single diner craving the Kung Pao Chicken. Hit the spot. I tried this due to the reviews. They also have a location on Jones but this was better choice. Chicken and kung pao sauce was very good. Server Shan was very pleasant. Atmosphere is very nice and trendy. Parking is plentiful. Delicious Jasmine tea served also. This is a safe bet. Will Return

We've been to the Jones location so we decided to give this location a try. It was busy per usual . But we got sat fairly quick, this location has won ton soup! Omg yes!! Absolutely loved it. We also tried to e cucumber salad! 10/10. Service was great as well. Place overall is a great vibe. Still one of my family favorites.

Food was honestly pretty solid for the items we ordered. The wood ear mushroom salad was probably my favorite with the balance of flavor and spice. The fried rice was a bit basic in flavor and could use more seasoning, and the pork buns had a minimal amount of filling in them. The pork chops were cooked perfectly. Service however was nothing short of awful. The server Sheri quite literally gave us an attitude when a few members of our table were 5 minutes late. Will not be coming back and will not be recommending this restaurant for this exact reason. May go to a different location for take out in the future but definitely will not be dining here ever again.

Found this place on Yelp as I searched for duck on menu. It was well worth the trip to Chinatown. In all the years visiting Vegas, had never been to this area. Restaurant is in a nice strip mall. Wait was almost an hour so we sat at bar. Wait staff was very attentive. Ordered the crispy duck, fried rice and pork dumplings. Plenty for 2 people. Everything was tasty. Highly recommend this place for authentic Chinese food.

No wonder nobody good to this branch! I'm giving them 3 stars bc our server was considerate but otherwise 2 stars for the food! The soup was warm, not hot. The filet fish with black bean sauce was floating in oil and when server noticed it, she immediately replaced it w/o me saying it. Sweet and sour chicken was good! They forgot the soup dumpling, which is what I went there for so she didn't charge us for the dish. OVERALL NOT GOING BACK! This is my 2nd time going to this branch since it burned! The other branch had long wait!

Wow wow wow I came here today and I asked what a couple of recommendations and let me tell you they were amazing, sizzling beef in black pepper sauce to die for, hot and sour soup very good.

I absolutely LOVE all the China Mama locations! The food is delicious, excellent service, and a chic vibe! My best friend flew in just for the day from San Diego becuase he wanted China Mama. We ordered the cucumber salad, crispy beef, dumplings, green beans, walnut shrimp,cumin lamb and the spicy wontons! It is my favorite Chinese restaurant in Las Vegas. With so many locations, I love experiencing them all!

My daughter love this restaurant and every time she comes with good excuse for me to take her there. I just love the fact that she knows what she likes. Fry rice with chicken and some chicken Chow Mein. The service is always great and they try alway to help the customer. The restaurant is clean and very organized with their items.

I'm not sure if TikTok hyped this place up too much for me or they had a bad day but I wasn't totally impressed by China Mama. We ordered the pan fried pork buns, walnut shrimp, chow mein, and crispy beef. Only water and the tea that comes with the meal to drink. Total was 83 before tip. Service was good, they offered kids plates/ bowls, I would come back just because it's so kid friendly. I would say that they need to update the highchair as there was no strap and our 1 1/2 year old could have easily slipped through. Food came out very quickly, portions were good. I thought everything was executed well, food was hot and tasty. Nothing really stood out. Maybe it was an off day or I ordered the wrong items but it was fine.

Always a crowd here but the soup dumplings are worth the wait. The skins are thin enough that they do not feel doughy but they do not break the second you pick them up. Also the crispy beef roll is a must. I think I liked it more than the dumplings. It is loud and chaotic during the dinner rush but that is how you know the food is legit. Definitely my go to spot when I am in Chinatown.

One of my favorite spots in Las Vegas for Chinese food. Everything we ordered was flavorful and well done. Food: The Mapo Tofu was the standout savory, numbing, and perfect with rice (though I wish it came with rice instead of needing to order it separately). The Crispy Beef was sweet and crunchy, great for a few bites but a little too sweet to eat by itself for too long. The Green Beans had great flavor, though a bit on the soft side, I'm used to them being slightly crisper. The Honey Walnut Shrimp was really good, flavorful, and had plenty of walnuts. The Seafood Soup with Crispy Rice was another hit, lots of vegetables and a comforting broth. The space feels modern, bright, and welcoming, though it did get a little warm inside (probably because we ordered mostly hot dishes). Service was fast and friendly, and the staff were attentive throughout. Overall, China Mama is a solid choice great food, good vibes, and perfect for sharing dishes with a group. I've been a couple of times now, and it's consistently great. Would definitely come back again.

China Mama has officially become my "we're in Vegas, we have to go" spot in Chinatown. Every trip I tell myself I'll try somewhere new... and then I'm back here ordering way too much food and not regretting a single bite. We came for a group dinner and went family-style, which is absolutely the move here. The crispy beef and honey walnut shrimp were instant table favorites - super flavorful, not greasy, and still crisp by the time we were stealing the last pieces. The pan-fried pork buns and beef roll are also must-orders; total comfort food, but done really well. What I love most is how consistent everything is. Plates come out hot, portions are huge, and the flavors hit that perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy without feeling like generic strip-mall Chinese. Service has always been kind and efficient for us, even when the place is slammed and there's a wait list out the door. The vibe is casual but lively - big booths, buzzing dining room, the kind of place that works for everything from a casual night out to impressing out-of-town friends who think Vegas is "just the Strip." Parking in the plaza can be a little chaotic, but once you're seated and the food starts landing on the table, it's an easy trade-off.

Incredible quality food with a lot of different variety. The service was excellent, friendly and quick. It was helpful to be eating with locals so I knew the top recommendations to order. The beef was genuinely so good I would go back just for that. The interior was lovely, with nice booths and a comfortable crowd.

Overall this place is awesome! We enjoyed everything and had a nice time. Our order did take a long time. That wasn't too nice of them but all in all we will be back. The DanDan noodles was my favorite so far! Please mix thoroughly!! Wood mushrooms salad was amazing please use ththe vinegar they give you on it, Wontons were just amazing! I can't wait to come back to try something ever! What's your favorite dish?

We were told that we would have a 40 to 45 minute wait. They have an automated text system which after 75 minutes still showed no availability. We went again to the hostess and they said okay come in now! Wasting my time makes me annoyed. Ordered Walnut Shrimp which was really great. But no rice, we started eating since we were hungry. Finally our waiter stopped by and we asked where the rice was. To which he said that's an extra. That would have been okay if listed on the menu, but it's not. They have plenty of blank areas in which to inform you. Also, the wait staff should be trained to explain to customers that rice isn't included. Poor management in training.

Visited this place while looks on Yelp and so glad we visited this place! This is the best Chinese food I've ever eaten! This place is simply amazing! Every entree was cooked perfectly it greasy and it was just delicious and tasty and simply amazing!!! These plates had huge portions and the flavor on every single dish was incredible and made you wanted to just savor every bite! The service was top notch and never lacked for anything during my dinner and the staff especially Diana was great and friendly ! The Ambiance is an upscale restaurant with glass where you can see through to the chefs cooking and it's just a great place to eat!! This is a must try for anyone visiting Vegas!! You must visit this place for great Chinese food! This is just the most amazing place!

This was my second time eating at China Mama and it's just as good as I remember. They have a good mix of Chinese and Chinese American dishes that all taste so good. The portions are also so huge here and you really get a bang for your buck. The servers are very attentive as well. I wish that they would open a branch in Seattle area!

Overhyped restaurant. Other hole in the wall chinese restaurants are twice as tasty and better portioned. Dandan noodles - Noodle Master/ Xiao Long Bao The Dandan noodles here lacks meat, flavor and spice. The only saving grace here is the fried rice. First and only time here as I hearing from friends and relatives alike that this is THE PLACE !!! Uhuh, not for me.

The best orange chicken I've had in vegas so far. We went on a Wednesday and it was a 45 min wait but it was worth it. Clearly very popular restaurant every table was filled. When we sat down I was surprised to see that they offer complimentary tea. Was not expecting a lot but the tea was amazing. They were very busy but the server was still very attentive and didn't miss a beat. They have a window where can you see the chefs cooking in the back which was nice. 20/10 I would recommend to anyone that loves Chinese food

Amazing amazing amazing! The most fantastic chines ever! Yum! We had the crispy walnut shrimp and sizzling pepper steak and both were perfect! We also ordered fried rice and was so good too! The restaurant is well decorated and the staff was very friendly and attentive. We shall return! One more thing the Jasmine tea was delightful

I've been meaning to try this place for sometime now and have finally got a chance. We went to the location in the Shanghai plaza in Chinatown. The place was pretty busy, but we were seated quickly. We ordered the Mama's special pan fried buns, braised beef noodle soup, pork chops, and signature three cup chicken (discounted price). The pan fried buns came out almost instantly, which was good because we were hungry, but they were also lukewarm (it may have been already prepared beforehand). The braised beef noodle soup was delicious and the fried pork chops were tasty. The three cup chicken was also good, but it seemed like they gently fried the chicken first (haven't had it that way before). Overall, the place did it's job and filled us up until dinner.

The food here is always top notch. My only complaint is that sometimes they are out of certain dishes when we go to order. However the staff is always courteous about it and the service is good. Definitely a staple in Las Vegas!

Really flavorful food that entices the palette and left me wanting more. It's hard to rave about fried rice but in this case , this was the best fried rice i've had in a long time. The crispy duck was a little dry but when adding some hot paste sauce it kicked up the flavor. Great dining experience overall and would come again when i'm in town .

We had family in town and we were in Shanghai Plaza. We got them China Mama and to no surprise they loved it! We got our usual order of mapo tofu, crispy beef, combo fried rice, green beans, spicy wontons. Service was quick and painless. I can't speak for ambiance but they are super friendly. Thank you China Mama, I can't count how times I've tasted the food here but it's our favorite Chinese food in town!

The original restaurant I wanted to go to only accepted reservations so this was a second choice. I'm so glad it happened. This place is in a shopping center that has limited parking but LOTS of food shops. We walked in and got on the waiting list. It wasn't so bad because we popped over to shops to pass the time. Once it was time, we got a text and were seated quickly. The seats are so nice. Their benches with a cushion. The waitress asks if it's your first time. She explains the cuisine and the menu items. They bring you a complimentary tea pot. The food is all family style. Once we placed the order, our food came in about 8 minutes. I also love that the glasses are stainless steel and not plastic. The food was absolutely delicious and such a good price for the amount you get. The Mongolian beef is a bit spicy so if you're not a spice person, beware. The honey walnut shrimp is the best Ive ever had and the chow mien was scrumptious and not super greasy. If you've never ventured off the strip for food, this one's worth the uber.

Nice Chinese restaurant. Really good service because they always check on you for things, like water. They give free jasmine tea. They also have kids plastic cups, bowls, plates, and silverware, which was super nice because you don't have to worry about breaking things. Food came out really quick and tasted fine. It wasn't notably amazing Chinese food. But still good Chinese food. A bit pricer than take out Chinese food, but that's because you are sitting in a nice restaurant. Not too loud like other Chinese restaurants. And good seating in the booths. We were seated fast and found parking easily, but that was in a weekday at 5 pm. So earlier to come the better!

From a Chinese/Taiwanese perspective, China Mama has kept enough of the authenticity to Chinese food from the cooking, the dishes on the menu and to the taste. Some of its dishes are "Americanized" but they are "tolerable". LOL......Hey,I sometimes go to Panda Express so I'm easy going....LOL. Service is nice and attentive and the environment is presentable especially if you are hosting guests. Another thing I like about this restaurant is that it is located in an Asian plaza, meaning there are lots of Asian food, dessert places...etc in the same plaza which is very convenient. I wouldn't mind coming back to try other dishes in the future.

I was invited here for a lunch meeting. The portion sizes are great, but to me the flavors were just ok. I didn't like how you had to order a small side of plain rice separately. Why doesn't it come with the entree? I understand fried rice or noddles, but a cup of plain white rice? Nothing to write home about. I did appreciate the food came out quickly and piping hot. I personally feel like there are better Chinese food options, but this did its job in filling me up. Food rating Shrimp rolls 8/10 Kung Pao Chicken 7/10 Ambiance 7/10 Customer Service 7/10

I have tried to visit this place for a longg time but work keeps me busy so i decided to visit in my day off last week, the food is amazing with big portions like the house fried rice, drinks are good and the location is perfect to me, the ambience is a little busy but always room for everyone, service is good with kindness and super efficient, I will definitely coming back, also the prices are very affordable, hidden gem.