Shang Hai Fried Xiao Long Bao (Chinatown Complex)

I cannot resist ordering Xlb when there is one on the menu. Got mine immediately after placing the order. Each dumpling is packed with a spoonful of soup. Lovely when eaten hot but I find the skin a little thick.

These chili crab pan fried buns are a must order!!!
Despite it being tabao-ed, the bottom of the bun was still very crispy. The top of the bun is soft and fluffy and it burst with juice when you bite into it. Lots of crab meat inside but eat with care as there were some shells in mine. Definitely handmade!

Lucky day for me as the queue was not too long!
Noodles are slightly thinner than those from well known restaurants but texture was good and goes well with the soup which was really nice to drink. Beef was a bit too vein-y and tough though. Can’t complain for this price point

Ordered their pork and leek pan fried dumplings. I lost count of the number of dumplings but probably 8. The dumplings were crispy on one side. The other side was like steam cooked. The dumplings were very juicy inside as well. You can give it a try!

$4 per 3 pieces for original

skip the XLB and just get this.

waiting time can be 40-60 mins

Al dente noodles topped with savoury minced pork and sliced cucumber which offered a refreshing change of flavour.

💯 Verdict: 3.5 / 5

🕒 Opening hours:
Sat - Tue & Thu, 10.30am to 3.30pm & 5.30pm to 8.30pm
Closed on Wed & Fri