# Shanghai 21

> Small dining space offers freshly made dishes with an inviting atmosphere despite a loud, crowded environment. Outlets near many tables provide convenience for charging devices. Decor reflects traditional Chinese culture in a clean, tidy setting.

Source: https://www.atly.com/location/Shanghai21

- Address: 21 Mott St, New York, New York, United States
- Hours: Thursday: 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM Monday: 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM
- Phone: +12127666311
- Website: https://shanghai21nyc.com/
- Google rating: 4.5 (3419 reviews)

## What it is good for

- Affordable — 10/10
- Lunch Spot — 10/10
- Pork Dumplings — 10/10
- Bao Buns — 10/10
- Truffles — 10/10
- Dumpling — 9.4/10
- Szechuan — 9.3/10
- General Tsos Chicken — 9.2/10
- Dim Sum — 9.2/10
- Authentic — 9.1/10
- Chinese Food — 9/10
- Wonton Soup — 9/10
- Chili — 9/10
- Won Ton Soup — 9/10
- Kid Friendly — 8.9/10

## What people say

- "The soup dumplings are full of flavor and perfectly slurpable."
- "The Szechuan wontons are the best I've ever had."
- "The scallion pancakes have perfectly thin skins and rich broth."

## Good to know

- The restaurant only accepts cash payments; no credit cards.
- Expect to wait at least 30 minutes for a table on weekends.
- A mandatory 20% service charge is added to your bill.
- Be prepared for long wait times if you arrive around 2 PM on Sundays.
- The kitchen closes at 9 PM on Tuesdays, so plan accordingly.

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Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.