Dish ranking
Best dumplings in Shanghai
16 dumplings from 9 restaurants, ranked by 65 recorded votes.
Dumpling houses live or die on the wrapper. These are the baskets diners rank highest.
In Shanghai the highest recorded total belongs to Xiaolongbao at Din Tai Fung, with 28 votes. Every row below links to the dish page, where you can see the other dishes at that restaurant and add your own vote.
Recorded totals include starter data and votes from members and guests. They are not counts of verified diners or star ratings. How rankings work
The ranking
- 1XiaolongbaoDin Tai Fung28 votes
- 2Spicy WontonsDin Tai Fung22 votes
- 3Red Bean XiaolongbaoDin Tai Fung9 votes
- 4Gong Bao Chicken (Kung Pao Chicken)XiboDiced chicken stir-fried with peanuts, vegetables, and chili peppers in a sweet, sour, and spicy sauce.2 votes
- 5Shanghai Scallop & Shrimp DumplingsMercatoDelicate handmade dumplings filled with fresh scallops, succulent shrimp, and a hint of ginger, steamed to perfection.2 votes
- 6Shepherd's Purse & Pork WontonsJia Jia Tang BaoTender wontons generously filled with a flavorful mix of shepherd's purse and seasoned pork, served in a light, comforting broth.1 votes
- 7Xiaolongbao (Soup Dumplings)CejerdaryDelicate steamed dumplings filled with savory pork and a burst of hot, flavorful broth.1 votes
- 8Classic Pork Soup DumplingsJia Jia Tang BaoEight delicate, handcrafted soup dumplings filled with savory seasoned pork and a rich, aromatic broth.0 votes
- 9Crab Roe & Pork Soup DumplingsJia Jia Tang BaoLuxurious soup dumplings featuring a succulent blend of fresh crab roe and premium ground pork, encased in a delicate wrapper.0 votes
- 10Pan-Fried Soup Dumplings (Shengjian Bao)LaojishiCrispy-bottomed, fluffy-topped dumplings filled with savory pork and a burst of hot, flavorful broth, pan-fried to golden perfection.0 votes
- 11Shanghai Crab & Pork Soup DumplingsMinistry of CrabDelicate soup dumplings bursting with sweet crab meat and savory pork, a true taste of Shanghai.0 votes
- 12Shanghai XiaolongbaoXiboDelicate steamed soup dumplings filled with seasoned pork and a rich, savory broth. A quintessential Shanghai experience.0 votes
- 13Shrimp & Vegetable DumplingsJia Jia Tang BaoSteamed dumplings brimming with fresh, sweet shrimp and a vibrant medley of crisp vegetables.0 votes
- 14The Don's DumplingsGoodfellasPan-fried pork and napa cabbage dumplings, a classic with a kick from a ginger-chili dipping sauce.0 votes
- 15Wise Guy WontonsGoodfellasDelicate wontons filled with shrimp and pork, served in a comforting, aromatic chicken broth with thinly sliced scallions.0 votes
- 16Xiaolongbao (Soup Dumplings)Shanghai TavernDelicate steamed dumplings filled with savory pork and a rich, hot broth.0 votes
How to order dumplings well
- Order steamed before fried to judge the dough.
- Xiao long bao should be eaten immediately, order them last, eat them first.
- One basket per person plus greens is the right amount to start.
Dumplings in Shanghai: common questions
- What are the best dumplings in Shanghai?
- The highest recorded total is for Xiaolongbao at Din Tai Fung first, with 28 votes. The full ranking above covers 16 dumplings across 9 Shanghai restaurants and updates as recorded totals change.
- How is this Shanghai ranking decided?
- Dishes are ordered by recorded totals, including starter data, member votes and guest votes. This is not a star rating or a survey of verified diners.
- Can I add a dumpling that is missing?
- Yes. Open the restaurant page, add the dish, and it enters this ranking once it is approved and matches this category.