Joe's Shanghai
New York, NY 10013-5134
Phone: (212) 233-8888
- Price:
- $$
- Cross Street:
- Bowery
- Directions:
- 6; J, M, Z; N, Q, R, W at Canal St.
- Hours:
- Daily 11am-11pm
Editorial Review for Joe's Shanghai – by Janet Tzou
The Scene
It's true that most of Joe's customers here aren't from Chinatown, and that Joe's menu offers some mall-friendly, not-so-Chinese creations, such as sesame chicken. Still, customers line up here for a reason: Joe's cuisine is consistently top-notch and otherwise authentic Shanghainese. Prices compare to the bigger restaurants in Chinatown, and the wall of critics' praises grows larger every year.
The Food
It's difficult to find anything that isn't outstanding. Drool over the succulent pork shoulder, braised tender and sweet in a smoky, malted sauce (perfect over rice), and melt-in-your-mouth fresh bacon, sliced invitingly over vegetables. Crispy chicken pieces on the bone, marinated in soy sauce and garlic, is like fried chicken gone to flavor heaven. Joe's famous fried flat noodles taste homemade, with perfect body and springiness. Finish with sweet red bean pancakes, oozing with fragrant, delectable red bean paste.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoIt's a madhouse on weekends; you're guaranteed a wait. Dine on a weeknight and take advantage of the staff's more relaxed attitude and willingness to give friendly recommendations.
User Reviews for Joe's Shanghai
03/18/2008 Posted by DumpyBumpy
Went in summer 2007. We had the Shao Loong Bao (pork dumpling? not sure what is the name) and other dishes. The "Bao"s are the best in NYC and one of the better in North America. If not for the lineups and location (I don't live in that area), I would have returned already...
Pros: food, price, authentic and good
Cons: lineup, being rushed
03/13/2008 Posted by joebartender
one of my favorites, ive actually traveled to shanghai and had the authentic ones there and it didnt compare to the crab buns at Joes....just be prepared for a 10-15 minute wait if your are going for dinner.....the fact u sit at a table with complete strangers is kind of funny actually....everyone looks at what everyone else is eating....service not half bad for the number of people they bring in.
Pros: The little buns of soupy deliciousness
Cons: crowded at times
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