SoCal Development
Appearance doesn’t say too much as the flavors are great. I even really enjoyed their complementary egg drop soup.
… moreAlan Sung
Located in a strip mall off Lake Forest Boulevard, New Shanghai Restaurant is described as a “warm, relaxed eatery…featuring ample Chinese classics.” We visited for dinner on a Sunday evening and when we first arrived after 7pm, we were the only customers in the entire restaurant. However it was apparent New Shanghai is the local Chinese food spot because several parties arrived after and there were numerous takeout orders during our visit.
Their menu is fairly extensive, but I wouldn’t describe the Chinese cooking style as especially traditional. In fact the target audience appears to be primarily for Americans. We started with the Sizzling Rice Soup (not pictured) followed by the Shredded Pork in Garlic Sauce, Mapo Tofu, House Special Chow Mein and Mu Shu Pork. Everything was good but not great. In all my years, I’ve never had Mu Shu Pork that was already wrapped. Some dishes were too sweet and others too salty. Regardless, it’s good to see that New Shanghai Restaurant seems to have consistent business, and I wish them all the best!
… moreAnthony B
Unfortunately this was a big no for me, for portion size it was extremely expensive.
The flavor also wasn’t there
I got the Mongolian beef and egg fried rice.
… moreNutri Steph
Just what I was expecting and more, Tasty food, good ambiance, good service they were very attentive.
Definitely I’ll come back here.
Big portions perfect whenever you are really hungry for Chinese food!
Easy Parking access
… moreMark Travis
After ordering through door dash, had order accepted, waited almost an hour, then they canceled the order, stating they couldn’t fulfill the order… When I called to talk to them, they said I could order through their website and still get the order… This seems ridiculous that they accepted it and already had me wait, only to cancel but still be able to fulfill other people’s orders? Bad business… Won’t be ordering from here again.
… moreJanelle Zwicker
Do not order from them during a holiday rush. Orders were running over an hour late on Christmas Eve. I showed up when my order was supposed to be ready (an hour from when I ordered) and was told it would be another 25 minutes. I went in after 25 minutes and was told it would be another 25 minutes. I asked them to cancel my order, which I received a confirmation for, but they still charged me. Now I have to call and deal with it. Won’t be ordering from them again.
… morePatricia Alba
For almost $20 for each chicken dish I’m disappointed with the portion size. Ive dined in the actual restaurant and was pleasantly surprised by how much food you are given. That is what I was expecting tonight. I spent way too much money for these portions. Maybe I ordered wrong?
The chicken dish on the bottom right hand side is smaller than the other for $18.99??!!! Don’t know if I will be ordering from here again.
… morePaul Yu
No skimping here. Ordered the house special noodle soup since the image on the menu looked good. Food in the image = food served. Service was great and so was the pricing!
… moreCeleste Carmen
One of my favorite spots in OC. The food is always good and priced well. Would highly recommend the chicken fried rice and house special beef.
… moreJuliealovesart
New Shangai has lovely Chinese food (I love the egg foo young). My family has ordered food and dined in for years – family business, great service.
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