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Authentic crab xiaolongbao and traditional Shanghainese snacks.
Lailai Snack Dumpling
CN
Chinese Restaurant·Busy, Efficient, No Frills
Lailai Snack Dumpling is a staple for those seeking authentic Shanghainese flavors in the heart of the city. Renowned for its Michelin-recognized xiaolongbao, the restaurant specializes in delicate, thin-skinned dumplings filled with rich, flavorful broth and tender crab roe. Beyond the dumplings, the menu features standout items like crispy fried pork cutlets and fresh shrimp wonton soup. The dining environment is compact and high-energy, often requiring diners to share tables due to its immense popularity. While the queues can be long, the service is systematic and efficient, ensuring that guests get their food quickly once seated.
Lailai Snack Dumpling is a staple for those seeking authentic Shanghainese flavors in the heart of the city. Renowned for its Michelin-recognized xiaolongbao, the restaurant specializes in delicate, thin-skinned dumplings filled with rich, flavorful broth and tender crab roe. Beyond the dumplings, the menu features standout items like crispy fried pork cutlets and fresh shrimp wonton soup. The dining environment is compact and high-energy, often requiring diners to share tables due to its immense popularity. While the queues can be long, the service is systematic and efficient, ensuring that guests get their food quickly once seated.
Address
504 Tian Jin Lu, Huang Pu Qu,Shang Hai Shi, China, 200001
Hours
Open nowDaily 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Highlights
Signature crab roe and pork xiaolongbao
Thin, delicate dumpling skins with rich broth
Crispy and tender fried pork cutlets
Fast-moving queue system
Michelin-recognized quality
Time of Day
Lunch, Dinner
Occasion Tags
Casual Drinks, Locals, Tourists
Reviews
4.4
Great435 reviews
Lailai Snack Dumpling is widely praised for its high-quality, authentic Shanghainese cuisine, particularly its crab xiaolongbao. With a 4.4-star rating, it is considered a 'must-visit' tourist spot that lives up to the hype for many, though some diners find the experience less 'wowing' than expected. Reviewers consistently highlight the thinness of the dumpling skins and the richness of the broth, with the fried pork cutlet and shrimp wonton soup also receiving top marks. The atmosphere is described as extremely busy and tight, with a system that often requires sharing tables with strangers. While the queues are a common theme, most visitors agree that the line moves efficiently. A few minor concerns regarding occasional crab shell fragments were noted, but the general consensus remains that the food is fresh, tasty, and well-priced.
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Location
Huang Pu Qu, Shanghai, Shang Hai Shi, China
