Shanghai Bun Dynasty

It is very good for family with good food and comfortable environment. Very old fashioned decor like Shanghai! The food is authentic, especially the Scallion-Oil Mixed Noodles and Fried buns. Those are my kids’ favorite and what order every time. Recommend to people who want to have a fine and environmental dining style.

BEST Shanghai cuisine ever!! Loved the vibe here. The interior looks great and the dishes actually taste even better than they look. Will definitely come back. Highly recommend Braised Pork Belly and Quail Eggs!

Great food! We ordered more dishes, but forgot to take photos of it. It has a nice, quiet atmosphere as well, which makes it easy to talk. I would definitely recommend going here again.

The server was friendly and ordering was through mobile scanning a qr code. Food were delicious and well seasoned. We got the triple shrimp tossed noodles, sichuan boiled beef, savory rice roll, salt and pepper pork cutlet. The rice roll and pork cutlet were my favorites with the crispy filling in rice roll and freshly fried crunchy pork. The boiled beef were tender and had a nice spice flavor.

They came out with their new seasonal menu items and of course I had to try it out! The crab roe tofu is my favorite out of all their items; it’s creamy, soft and the umami flavor pairs well with a side of white rice. The crab roe tofu also goes so well with the triple shrimp noodles. As for the smoked fish, it was crispy and had a sweet soy sauce flavor. I would highly recommend ordering this item. Of course I also ordered items aside from their seasonal menu and the crab XLB was my favorite out of the nonseasonal items. I would definitely recommend giving this spot a try if you haven’t yet! And if you have, you need to come back to try their seasonal menu!

My wife and I loved it! This was our first time here. The dishes had great flavor and were delicious! We got sticky rice, cucumber salad, braised pork belly with quail eggs, braised pork meatballs, and beef wrap.

​We recently had a wonderful dinner at Shanghai Bun Dynasty and were so impressed by the quality and authenticity of the cuisine. It's clear they pride themselves on traditional, homestyle Shanghainese cooking.

Dishes were authentic in general, but a bit too savory for my own tastes. The business here is super busy over weekend dinner time, we are a group of 3 people, walked in and waited more than 45minutes before a table could be cleaned.up and ready; there are only three waiters on service, and they have tried to provide the best support they could.

Food is clean and authentic. Staff are nice and friendly. The restaurant is well decorated with a Shanghai theme. Overall it is a good Chinese restaurant.

Their sweet & sour chicken is the best! Love it. Service is good, quality of food is really good! Definitely will come again!

This place has an unbelievable variety of dishes ranging from spicy, to sweet, to soups and dumplings. I tried several different items; String beans- bursting with flavor! Crunchy and garlicky, it was an absolute delight. The dry fried flavor is definitely the way to go. Sweet and sour spare ribs- this is a must get! The sauce is amazing and leaning towards the sweet than the sour side. It was sticky and gooey and oh so drippy. Delicious is the only word that will describe this dish. Shanghai stir-fried rice cakes - this dish was my favorite by far. It had the nice wok hay flavor, this is only achievable if you cook it in a wok over a really hot burning flame. It had the perfect amount of taste and the rice cakes were nice and sticky and chewy. I loved the texture and it had the perfect amount of sauce. I don't know what they put in it but I need to come back for more in the future.

Having had our shopping nearby we located this restaurant so decided to try their dishes. Only two of us so only ordered four for our lunch, as per attached photos. Outside: very eye catching, clean and nice Inside: very nice setting, beautiful and stylish furnished. The restrooms are clean. Customer service: friendly and professional. Looks like only two servers taking care of about nine tables plus order to go. Food: surely above average We will come back for other dishes.

Authentic Shanghai flavor Good decoration in shop The shop is cozy and quiet in the Cupertino lion plaza, with minimum wait but still decent amount of custom stream I like that the shop owner is sitting there making hand-made buns My favorite dish is the Shanghai veggie rice, very well fried with clear rice not sticky Eggplant Dish is a bit salty but also pretty flavorful We will come back to try other dishs

This place finally has gotten better! I tried years ago and it was only meh. Gave another try because seeing a crowd outside waiting for tables. Food was great! Love the XLB. The skin was perfect and won't break easily. I also recommend the Shanghai fried noodles. I don't really see that type of noodles around and they made it really flavorful and delicious. I will go back just for that noodles fr. There are many tables inside. I think they can fit in multiple big party. Will return!

Tasty authentic Shanghai restaurant! Basil eggplant: super tender and tasty Braised beef noodle soup: the beef was quite tender and noodles had a nice bite to them Sweet and sour pork ribs: very flavorful, definitely needed rice to accompany this I came here for Sunday lunch and there was a bit of a wait despite empty tables. Love the indoor decor and the waiters are very friendly. Would definitely come back!

This is located in a plaza shared with the Tokyo Central as well as many other popular businesses. As a result, parking xan be pretty hit or miss during busy times. They used to be called Shanghai No 1, not sure if there was a change in ownership or not as we never went to the previous business. The interior is decorated very nicely and very old school. The furniture is all very nice. We ordered a tofu and pork dish, dan dan noodles, and any time I see bingfen on a menu, I gotta order it. The tofu was perfectly seasoned, tender, and tasty. The dan dan noodles were yummy, flavors were all there. I was disappointed with the bingfen. It wasn't the best I've had. I would absolutely come back in the future and try their other offerings!

I haven't had amazing Shanghainese food since Shanghai Dumpling closed, but this place checks all the boxes! All the food was delicious and fresh, albeit a little on the sweeter side. I really enjoyed the crab soup dumplings. The skin was really thin and the crab and pork meat inside was intensely flavorful and tender. The stir fried noodles were coated in a rich oyster sauce, and the fried squirrel fish was lightly crispy.

My group went in to try this place because it seemed new. It was a weekday so there wasn't much people. Ordering was through mobile scanning a qr code, and we got the triple shrimp tossed noodles, sichuan boiled beef, savory rice roll, salt and pepper pork cutlet, and brownsugared glutinous ricecake. The server was friendly and food were delicious and well seasoned. The rice roll and pork cutlet were my favorites with the crispy filling in rice roll and freshly fried crunchy pork. The pork came at the end when I was full but I still ate multiple pieces because it's so crispy. The salt and pepper were also not overwhelming and balance well with the pork meat. The boiled beef was tender and had a nice spice flavor but I wish it was spicier. The triple shrimp tossed noodles was solid, came with a soup, and has a flavorful shrimp taste. It was my first time trying brownsugared glutinous ricecake and I liked it. It's like sweet pan-fried rectangle rice balls and pretty filling.

环境很有特色，复古国风的氛围让人一进门就像穿越回老上海，墙上的古代壁画也很有韵味 我很喜欢！酸菜鱼的鱼片特别新鲜，入口嫩滑，汤底酸香开胃。牛肉面也很推荐！还有就是我最爱的条头糕啦 在湾区能吃到真的很幸福

I came here for lunch with my family on Mother's Day weekend after walking around the San Jose Rose Garden. We used to come here a lot for their sheng jian bao (SJB) and xiao long bao (XLB). when it was called Shanghai No 1. Not sure if it's just a rebranding with the same management, but the restaurant and menu looked similar to its predecessor. I'm glad they kept the inside of the restaurant because it's just beautiful. With the art, red booths, lanterns, and wooden furniture, it always feels like I'm stepping back in time into Old Shanghai. After waiting for ~45 minutes, we were called to our table. Like previously, we scanned the QR code at our table to order. Our order: 蟹粉小笼包 Crab Roe Soup Dumplings ($13.95): +Juicy crab & pork filling encased in thin skins +XLB were topped with crab roe for an extra punch of flavor 生煎包 Pan-fried Buns ($13.95): +Juicy pork filling +Black sesame seeds and scallions added color and fragrance. -SJB were fluffy, but the bottoms were hard and soaked in grease. -Looked deflated 上海炒年糕 Shanghai Stir-Fried Rice Cake ($14.95): +Rice cakes were chewy. +Bamboo shoots and cabbage were crisp and pork was tender. -Dish as a whole was salty and the sliced shiitake mushrooms tasted like they were brined. -Very greasy: As you can see in my picture, there's a pool of oil at the bottom -Bamboo shoots were missing and there was barely any cabbage & shiitake mushrooms. 糖醋小排 Shanghai Style Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs ($13.95): +Sesame seeds added color and fragrance. -Pork riblets were crispy, but unfortunately they were fried too long b/c the meat was dry as the dessert. -Glaze ran sour: It was lacking the balance between the soy sauce, sugar, and vinegar. Side notes: 1.) Free parking in The Marketplace lot *Verdict: 3.5 stars rounded down to 3 d/t service. IMO Shanghai No 1 always had mid service but it's been our family's go-to for XLB and SJB d/t the good food and reasonable prices. We've been here for holidays but they just didn't seem prepared. We had to ask for plates, utensils, and water. They ran out of soup spoons for the XLB. On the plus side, food came out pretty quickly. After today's experience, it might be a while before we come back.

This place changed name or owner so many times that I kept on forgetting its current reincarnation. Apparently, they were all Shanghainese foods. It's a tough category for Chinese restaurants. Very popular and many discriminating customers who demand authenticity. If you are not one of those, it is very eatable. Accept it as a normal Chinese restaurant, order what suit you, and you are likely to be satisfied. If you are one of those experts on Shanghai cuisines. You are likely to be disappointed. They deviated for whatever reasons and those typical Shanghai dishes are not what you expected. XLB, for example, did not come with ginger and the vinegar is not quite right either. The claypot rice was an innovation that works. Also it wasn't authentic, it was well done. The simple veggie dish was the big miss. Way too tough, should have culled more. This is basic.

I had dinner here with a friend on a weekday night and had higher expectations. We ordered 6 dishes; pork soup dumplings, fried pork dumplings, cucumbers, razor clams, eggplant, and shrimp noodles which are a seasonal special. The initial waitress who helped us didn't know much about the menu because it was her first day. She told us we needed to place our order using the QR code which we did. Food came out fast. The only dishes we liked were the razor clams, eggplant and cucumbers. The pork soup dumplings had a thick skin and ripped apart when gently picked up. I had much higher expectations for the soup dumplings since this is what they are known for. The shrimp noodles and fried pork dumplings were nothing memorable. When my friend and I were done eating, it took us a while to get the attention of a waiter for to go boxes. When we finally did, the waitress yelled, "Okay, okay" really loud in a rude manner. I don't think I'll come back to eat here.

Shanghai Bun Dynasty offers a vibrant and authentic taste of Shanghai. The xiao long bao are the star--delicate, soupy, and bursting with flavor. The pan-fried pork buns also delivered a perfect, crispy crunch. While the dan dan noodles could have used more spice, the overall experience was excellent. The service is quick and the atmosphere is bustling. It's a top-tier spot for satisfying your dumpling cravings. A truly delicious and reliable choice.

Big dining restaurant with beautiful, traditional Chinese decor. I've been here about three times. I had ordered a few of the same items and ordered something new as well. My most favorite is the steamed scallop and pan fried buns. I don't have the pic of it but the squirrel fish is quite impressive and the taste is unique. Overall, all of the food is seasoned well and it's a great opportunity to try Shanghainese food. My friends and I also enjoyed the xiao long bao. It's the juicy soup is so yummy and the crab meat is so tender. The staff are also very friendly and give excellent service. The only thing I would just mention is that some of the dishes can be a bit pricey. Overall, I would love to come back here again! :)

I had an amazing dining experience at Shanghai Bun Dynasty! The authentic Shanghainese cuisine here truly impressed me with its fresh, flavorful dishes. The Xiao Long Bao (XLB) were outstanding with thin, delicate skins and delicious, juicy fillings served piping hot. The savory rice roll and salt and pepper pork cutlet were absolute favorites, cooked to perfection with great textures and seasoning. The service was friendly and attentive, and the ambiance felt cozy and traditional, making it a wonderful place for family and friends. Everything tasted authentic and thoughtfully prepared. A must-visit spot for anyone craving genuine Shanghai flavors with excellent value!

Shanghai bun dynasty is one of my go to Chinese restaurants in Cupertino! It is located in a popular plaza surrounded by lots of good food! I've come to this location multiple times when they were called Shanghai #1 and this was my first time with the name change. Despite this, it was good find out the food hadn't changed one bit! At Shanghai, you really can't go wrong with any of the dishes however lately I've been really liking their dumplings! Their pan fried dumplings and XLB are so good and served steaming hot. The beef roll and green beans are a must try. The service is always great despite being fairly busy! I recommend coming close to opening to avoid the rush. Always recommend

It is very good for family with good food and comfortable environment. Very old fashioned decor like Shanghai! There are variety of choices. Most of them are authentic, especially the Scallion-Oil Mixed Noodles and Fried buns. Those are my kids' favorite and what order every time. The service is super good! Recommend to people who want to have a fine and environmental dining style.

Very busy tonight but they still delivered! We tried the eel this time and it's great.

I had this place bookmarked for a while and finally had a chance to visit for lunch a few days back. The interiors are really beautiful and the staff is friendly and kind. The food however, in my opinion could have been better. We tried the pork soup dumplings, pan fried buns and the spicy wontons. There are many amazing dim sum restaurants in the area and the dim sum here felt a little lacking in flavor.

All the dishes we ordered at this restaurant are tasty, and the service is excellent. Many friends highly recommended their braised yellow croaker, and it's really delicious. Definitely will come again!

The food was really good, it's probably some of the best Chinese food I've had in the valley. Service was good and responsive and they come check in a lot, and ambience was nice it's a calm Chinese style place.

Came for a late lunch/early dinner while in the area. I was craving something quick and not too heavy, and since I love pan-fried buns, we stopped by. Our server was really friendly and directed us to order through the QR code. The menu is huge, so it can feel a little overwhelming. I went with the Shanghai rice cakes. They were chewy, with cabbage that still had a nice bite. The sauce was savory with well-seasoned shiitake mushrooms, and their chili oil added a great spicy kick that elevated the whole dish. Came out piping hot, straight from the wok which was nice. We also ordered vegetarian pan-fried buns... but halfway through our meal, things got weird. From the back kitchen, a woman was screaming at someone (no idea what was said, but it seemed intense). My boyfriend heard that they only had the non-vegetarian version on hand, so they'd have to make ours from scratch. A different server came by and politely told us it'd take another 10-15 minutes. Totally fine but between the yelling, it felt kind of off-putting while waiting over 30 minutes total. The front of the house looks modern and polished, but the back gave chaotic energy. We ended up canceling the buns. When the buns still weren't ready, we let our server know we wanted to cancel since it was taking too long. He didn't take that too well, muttered something to another server (probably not positive), and went to the back to let them know. That immediately set off another round of yelling from the "scary lady" in the kitchen. At that point, we just paid for what we ate and left. The front of the house looks modern and polished, but the back gave off more "chaotic home kitchen" energy. The kitchen drama definitely left an impression.

This is fantastic restaurant and we've been here for many times and we all love the food here. Also the service is very good. We highly recommend this restaurant.

Checked out the newly rebranded Shanghai Bun Dynasty (formerly Shanghai No. 1) in Cupertino, and they're serving up some serious Shanghai flavors. Here's what we ordered: Cucumber salad--super fresh, giving Din Tai Fung vibes. Meat & Crab Roe Xiao Long Bao--delicate, juicy, and definitely made in-house. Steamed cabbage + pork dumplings & pan-fried buns--both so good. Scallion pancake--crispy and flaky in all the right ways. Stir-fried garlic string beans--simple but packed with flavor. Shanghai rice cakes + scrambled egg shrimp fried rice--classic comfort food. Spicy pork wontons--delicious, but not super spicy. Crispy tofu--light and crispy, perfect to share. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and the portions were solid for the price. It got busier the longer we stayed, so plan ahead! Service could've been better, but I'd definitely come back for the food alone. the food took a while to get all of it but that's to be expected.

a good spot not the best but it's decent to fix those cravings for Shanghai dishes I was actually surprised all the vegetarian dishes were bomb- the vegetarian dumplings, stir fried potatoes (had a nice spice kick), and spicy chicken were great. The xiao long bao on the other hand had a weird flavor. Almost like sour meat or sour dumpling skin, we weren't able to eat this so would probably rate down two stars for this. Service was fast you order via QR code at the table and they bring out food. Also have free tea which seems like a rarity nowadays instead of water. Ambiance is a nice Chinese dining experience but nothing extravagant

Great food! We got 4 dishes and rice. The braised pork belly came with tofu that was neatly designed/braided and the tenderness and flavor was amazing! The salt pepper fish was good and had some bell pepper veggies mixed in. We had both the pan fried and XLB soup dumplings, and probably the best soup we have had flavor wise inside! The pan fried ones had some burnt ones which were not very good. Our last dish was the fried milk which had a great flavor! Inside was very nice and clean, decent amount of seats. The service could have been better. We had to go out of our way to ask for things like water, check, to go boxes, since it's all a QR code ordering system and didn't have an option for those. Definitely will be back!

3.5 stars Three of us had an early lunch here for our ladies get together. My first time here since they changed name. The decor is very traditional Chinese, large lantern style lights, nice but kind of heavy especially on a warm day. Our waitress was friendly and pleasant, after a little chitchat we ordered four dish using the iPad. The braised pork belly with tofu knots came within minutes. The pork was flavorful, tender but still a bit chewy in the right way. The tofu knots unfortunately wasn't good, they were hard, no flavor, tasted like they were just thrown in there without enough time to simmer. Portion of pork was generous which we all enjoyed. The noodle soup with pickled veggies and shredded pork was well done and very authentic. We loved the thin noodles, traditional 雪裡紅 and savory broth; plenty to share too. Xlb 6 in an order were well done with thin wrapper, tasty pork and filled with soup. Onion pancakes were pretty good as well. We had a great time and some leftovers to take home. Will be back next time when we have cravings for traditional shanghainese food.

Pretty good/solid. Generally enjoyed the food. The hot sour soup could use more spiciness or pepper it wasn't really hot at all. The salted egg shrimp was also just ok. I recommend the xiao long bao, shen jian bao, and the beef wrap rolls. The crab roe meatball was also really good. The squirrel fish was tasty and def a signature dish. Wouldn't mind coming back if I was in the area. The Shanghai rice cakes were very tempting.

Craving Chinese food? This place has pretty great options and portion sizes! The food is authentic, the prices are reasonable, and the service is decent! Like any other traditional Chinese restaurant, the restaurant was a little on the smaller side, but had plenty of seating and lots of round tables with lazy Susan's! My family and I really enjoyed the XLB, Steamed Scallops, and Braised Pork Belly with Quail eggs! Would I come here again, def! Especially since it's across the way from the Sanrio shop which we went right after dinner! lol

This definitely fulfilled our cravings. We came on a Sunday evening and were seated immediately since it wasn't super busy. Ordering was quick and easy through the QR code. Service was prompt. The interior decor gave off old Shanghai and it was relaxing. Food: * Spicy Pork Wontons: Broth was a bit bland. We did choose less oil so not sure if that had to do with seasoning. The wontons were soft and the pork filling was smaller than expected, but still packed with flavor. * Spicy Braised Beef Noodle Soup: We chose less oil for the soup and it tasted a little bland as well. The broth did have a spicy and numbing kick to it, but not too strong. Luckily, we made a soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil dipping mixture that added more flavor to the noodle soup and pork wontons. The noodles were the right consistency and I thoroughly enjoyed it. * Crab Roe Soup Dumplings: Soo yummy. Almost all of them did rip a bit as we tried to get them off the paper, but the juices weren't all lost. The filling + juices were packed with umami flavor from the crab. Definitely a favorite. * Braised Beef wrap with poached egg (not pictured): Another favorite of ours. The beef was moist and tender in a flavor bomb of a marinade. It was sweet and savory. The cucumbers gave a refreshing/crunchy texture and taste. We did order pan fried buns, but they didn't make it out. It was honestly a blessing since we were incredibly full already. Overall, everything we had was solid and would definitely come back!

Nothing beats a homey, comforting meal shared family style @shanghaibundynasty is a new authentic Chinese restaurant that allows you to enjoy a delicious meal with others and get a taste of everything. Service is quick. - -- -- - Crab Roe Soup Dumplings Scallion Pancake Crispy Tofu Pan-Fried Buns Savory Rice Roll Stir-Fried Garlic String Bean Scrambled Egg Shrimp Fried Rice Spicy Shrimp Pork Wonton Soup Crispy Salt and Pepper Fish Fillets Shanghai Stir Fried Noodles

Authentic Shanghai Cuisine It has recently been rebranded and now offers a variety of dishes. The service was friendly and fast. We tried several dishes, and my top favorites were the scallion oil noodles, basil-flavored eggplant, and Shanghai ham and vegetable fried rice. They also have a few large tables in the dining room, making it a great spot for gatherings with friends or family. Can't wait to go back and try more from the menu!

The food is excellent, xiaolongbaos were a highlight, didn't get a chance to eat any..kids ate them all!

Service was a bit slow especially when there weren't as many people in the restaurant. Perhaps they were short staffed and still in grand opening phase. At least the staff were very kind and polite though. The crab XLB and salt and pepper fish were very delicious!! The soup dumplings were so juicy, skin was thin and still managed to hold the soup together. Scallop were interesting and fun to eat. Neat presentation but kinda oily. I enjoyed the pan fried buns. Duck needed a tad bit more soy sauce so we added some more. Wonton soup was so good especially with some of the fried rice. We added the chili oil to the scrambled egg shrimp rice which was great combo! I would come back for crab XLB and salt and pepper fish alone. Great pricing point and satisfied my cravings.

Excellent authentic Shanghainese food in the Silicon Valley. Located in the busy Tokyo Central shopping center, the restaurant can be hard to find and parking can be even harder, but I assure you it's worth it. * bean curd skin stuffed with pork meatball - a unique dish and very tasty, like little 'lion cub's heads' * pork soup dumpling - very juicy but they don't give you shredded ginger unless you ask. * tofu skin salad - good and refreshing * stewed pork belly & quail eggs - savory and very tender * rice cake with veggie and pork strips - FAVORITE dish! GET IT! * drunken chicken - all sold out, Bummer. Only dislike is you are required to order from a QR code menu. I am old school (or just plain old fogey) and prefer ordering from a waiter so I can ask questions and get recommendations.

Beyond fantastic!!! It's been hard for me to find good Shanghainese food in the Bay but FINALLY! Shanghai Bun Dynasty has really done it. They have taken over the previous "Shanghai No.1" and their food is incredible and really fresh. I tried a total of 10 dishes here, but my top picks would be the Pan-fried buns (sooo juicy and flavorful), Scallion-oil mixed noodles (best i've tried so far), tofu crab with roe (light, custardy, slightly salty), and the Shanghai Ham & Vegetables Rice (an absolute classic). Everything else I tried (in pics below) was super good too! Portions are big, everything comes out piping hot, and the prices are incredibly reasonable. The only dish I'd skip on is the Spicy Pork Wontons which were a bit bland and lacking filling. Service is what you'd expect from an authentic Chinese restaurant. You order from a QR code and they bring you your food. Interior is very spacious with tons of seating. Overall amazing spot to bring large groups and share tons of yummy authentic Shanghai food!

We ate here when it was under different ownership. I've had Shanghainese style food all over the place, and this restaurant is satisfactory in terms of the food quality and flavor. The interior has a western Shanghainese feel, service is fine. I enjoyed the Shanghai fried dumpling and spicy fish. Definitely try this place out.

Had the crab and pork XLB, pan fried dumpling, spicy wonton and Dan Dan noodles. For dessert, had the brown sugar sticky rice. The crab and pork XlLB was the best of the of the dishes. Could taste the crab in the soup along with some ginger flavor. Good filling wrapper ratio because the wrapper was not too thick. Pan fried dumplings were good too. The slightly sweet flavor of the dumpling complemented the porky meat filling. The Spicy Wonton soup had big pie of pork filled wontons. Probably the biggest wontons I've had in a wonton soup. The wontons were good but I didn't like the greens that were in the soup. I think it's mustard leaves which ad a very strong flavor that it competed with milder wonton flavor. The actual soup didn't look spicy but there's quite a bit of kick in it. The Dan Dan noodles was a 2.0. out of 5.0. Nice presentation. It's served cold. Was just ok. I added sugar, soy sauce and hot chili oil which made it so much better. The sticky rice with brown sugar was good. Sticks of fried sticky rice so slightly crispy outside and soft rice inside. The rice sticks were drizzled with brown sugar syrup and sprinkled with toasted soy bean powder. Restaurant was not full but the food came out slow with the dishes coming out one by one in a stretch of 15 min from 1st dish to last dish. Price was reasonable for the amount of food. Staff were nice and friendly.

Def a new dumpling spot to try out! Everything is made fresh to go! All the noodle dishes were really good. I love the scallion chilli oil noodle even though it was simple it was my favorite. The corn egg soup was very unique never had it with corn before so I def liked it. All the servers were really nice and attentive. Def go there early as there is a line during peak hours.

Wow! There are no words to describe how amazing the food was! This is my second time visiting Shanghai Bun Dynasty, and it still remains the best. I absolutely love the XLB (soup dumplings). Oh my goodness, the broth was heavenly! They also have new items on the menu, like Triple Shrimp Noodles and smoked fish. The Triple Shrimp Noodles were a show-stopper for me! It was so delicious that when a customer at the next table tried it, she said, "Next time, I will order that." I'm telling you, it's that good. It's authentic Shanghai cuisine in the Bay Area. The service is okay, but there can be some miscommunication due to the language barrier. However, we all share a common goal: to enjoy great food. The interior is beautiful, like it's straight out of a palace. If you're craving some fantastic XLB, you absolutely need to come here!

Rating: 3.75/5 This restaurant has a wide variety of menu items like XLB's, potstickers, noodles, soup, and more! I like the fact that the menu has pictures so you visually know how every dish looks like--especially if you're not familiar with this type of cuisine. Ordering was pretty simple, just scan the QR code and order by phone. Ordered: Sweet and Sour Spare Ribs (meat was a bit tough to chew and sauce was more on the sweet side) Crab Roe Soup Dumplings (bit too doughy, but flavor and filling is good) Pan-fried Buns Shrimp and Pork Potstickers (enjoyed the crispness) Stir Fried Eggs with Shrimp Crispy Salt and Pepper Fish Fillets Yangzhou Fried Rice (enjoyed the amount of shrimp they put into the rice) Shanghai Stir Fried Noodles (so-so, added soy sauce and chili oil for more flavor) West Lake Beef Stew (a bit watery, adding chili oil made up for the lack of flavor. I usually like my soups more thickened) The highlight was the stir fried eggs with shrimp, pan-fried buns, and the crispy salt and pepper fish fillets. The stir fried eggs with shrimp is so simple, yet tasty and comforting. I like the fact that it wasn't wet compared to other places I've tried. The pan-fried buns were slightly crispy on the outside and juicy and flavorful on the inside (had a good amount of meat on the inside). The fish fillets were nicely cooked and fried to perfection and wasn't overly salted. I enjoyed the cultural interior decoration and atmosphere of this place.

Westlake soup came piping hot. It was tasty, light on the salt but that is probably a good thing. The chive pancake/eggroll was very good. It was very crispy with lots of chives in the middle. I would pass on it next time because it was about 5$ for each eggroll (there is only one pictured). If it came with 3 it would be worth it. Lastly, the mushroom potstickers were excellent. They were very flavorful and cooked to perfection. The inside of the restaurant was fairly full and the decor was old school Chinese style. It took a while for our food to come out, but the quality and taste of the food made up for it. Overall, I would go back and eat here again.

Honestly everything we got was very tasty! This place felt a little pricey but we ordered a lot of food. Loved: string green beans, scallion noodles Liked: egg yolk tofu Good but would pass : pan fried veggie bun Food was a touch oily but I think that was more what we ordered as opposed to the actual food. Place was pretty empty on a weekday night but well decorated. Service was slightly slow still. They had a delicious complimentary tea. Would return to try more things in the future!

Authentic Shanghai food, amazing flavors, and great services! Definitely will come back again.

Pretty good food and open very early in the morning (10 am). We are very satisfied and happy with the food. The only downside is the waiting time for food. We waited about 15-20 mins for the first dish.

pretty good and authentic shanghainese food! service is good too, we asked for a warmer spot in the restaurant and they're very accommodating

Visited for the first time this past weekend & really enjoyed it! The restaurant is really cute / has a vintage vibe to it with the decor & our food tasted great. We tried the crab roe soup, braised duck, sweet & sour chicken, shrimp & pork potstickers, Shanghai noodles, & the fried milk / lotus desserts. You can order everything from the menu QR which is really convenient & it all came out very quickly.