Shanghai Lounge - Washington DC

We decided to stop by this restaurant on a whim after our initial dinner plans fell through, and we're really glad we did! Everything we ordered turned out to be excellent. The pork dumplings were a highlight, and we quickly realized we should have ordered more. The hot and sour soup was also a great choice, especially on a rainy day. The Ma Po Tofu was flavorful, though it could have used a bit more kick. We also sampled the cucumber salad and scallion pancakes. The cucumber salad served as a refreshing palate cleanser, while I found the scallion pancakes a bit lacking without a dipping sauce. Overall, the food was great, and I would definitely return to explore more of the menu.

Decent Chinese food. Got the combination lo mein and asked for it to be made spicy, which they graciously obliged. Could have been spicier but was still pretty enjoyable.

Fantastic place: Outstanding food! I enjoyed a delightful lunch at Shanghai Lounge. The food was exquisite, particularly the soup dumplings. The restaurant boasted a lovely and cozy ambiance that I would happily return to. The customer service was excellent as well! I highly recommend it!

This is a great authentic Chinese restaurant in the area. In my opinion, the food can be a bit salty, but they offer the best quality rice compared to any other Chinese restaurant I've visited.

Really great Chinese. Had the combination fried rice--the best fried rice I've ever had- and spicy beef broth (pictured). We also started with tomato egg drop, pork dumplings, and seaweed salad. Everything was delicious and well-made; the beef melts in your mouth. The place is small and bustling on Friday and Saturday nights, so I definitely recommend making a reservation.