Small, cheerful choice specializing in traditional Shanghainese fare also known for its lunch deals.
"This Allston restaurant’s version of dry hot chicken (which the restaurant calls “Paradise Mountain” chicken) is perhaps the best in the city. Eat it with white rice, and be sure to scoop up every last bit of ginger, garlic, green onion, and fermented black beans. —TBD" - Rachel Leah Blumenthal, Terrence Doyle
"The paradise mountain chicken at Shanghai Gate is worthy of its name." - Terrence Doyle
Xiaobo Sheng
Claire Sha
Daniel Jang
Twocourse Meal
Goldrealty
Michael Rojas
Penny
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