Wu You Xian Shanghai XLB

Wu You Xian: Shanghai MICHELIN Star Xiao Long Bao

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Last updated on May 15th, 2026

Wu You Xian is Shanghai’s first dim sum restaurant to receive a MICHELIN Star! Here, you can enjoy exquisite crab Xiao Long Bao and indulge in authentic Shanghai flavors.

Located on South Maoming Road in Huangpu, Wu You Xian (屋有鲜) is a renowned dumpling restaurant known for its soup dumplings. The Xiao Long Bao from Wu You Xian earned a MICHELIN Star, marking a significant milestone in the history of the Shanghai MICHELIN Guide. This achievement makes it the first dim sum restaurant in Shanghai to receive such an honor.

With high ratings on Dianping and recognition as a 1-star MICHELIN Guide restaurant, we knew we had to visit. Here is our review of Wu You Xian, the SHANGHAI MICHELIN Star Xiao Long Bao restaurant.

Wu You Xian Shanghai

Wu You Xian

Wu You Xian Shanghai

The Wu You Xian (屋有鲜) is located on South Maoming Road in Huangpu, Shanghai. For many years, it has been featured on the Bib Gourmand list recommended by the MICHELIN Guide. In 2025, Wu You Xian achieved the prestigious status of a 1-star MICHELIN restaurant, a remarkable milestone for a Xiao Long Bao shop.

The Xiao Long Bao at Wu You Xian are handmade, featuring thin skins filled with rich crab roe soup that bursts with flavor. The chef carefully selects seasonal ingredients, using freshly extracted crab roe daily and hand-simmering the broth.

Wu You Xian (屋有鲜)
Address: Room 1-103, 7 South Maoming Road, Huangpu, Shanghai (黃浦區茂名南路7號1F-103號)
Business Hours: Daily from 9:00 to 20:00

Our Food Visit to Wu You Xian

Inside Wu You Xian

We visited Wu You Xian for breakfast and arrived at the restaurant at 9:00 AM, just before it opened. There was no queue, so we were able to enter as soon as the doors opened. The restaurant fills up quickly with local diners once we are seated.

During peak times, the line can extend across the street, so we recommend going early, preferably before noon, since the freshly made xiaolongbao sell out quickly.

Inside the restaurant, the decor features a classic Shanghai style.

What To Eat at Wu You Xian

Wu You Xian - Shanghai MICHELIN Star Xiao Long Bao Restaurant

Wu You Xian offers over 20 varieties of xiaolongbao, including crab meat, crab roe, crab cream, and various combinations. All dumplings are freshly handmade.

Their crab xiaolongbao is particularly famous, and other premium seafood options, such as abalone and sea cucumber, are also popular. We recommend trying the classic xiaolongbao along with a few of the rare varieties for a delightful experience.

Wu You Xian - Crab Xiao long bao

A standout dish is the “Crab Delight” (感蟹贵客) xiaolongbao, which comes in a basket of six dumplings. It features two each of three signature xiaolongbao: crab roe (纯蟹黄), crab cream (纯蟹膏), and a mixture of crab meat, crab roe, and crab cream (纯蟹粉).

These dumplings are larger than regular xiaolongbao and are filled with juicy broth, making them incredibly flavorful!

Excellent Xiao Long Bao

How to Eat Xiao Long Bao Demo by Friendly Staff

When the soup dumplings are served, the staff thoughtfully demonstrates the proper way to enjoy the xiao long bao: firstly, dip your chopsticks in vinegar to pick up the dumpling, then poke a hole in the center of the dumpling and pour in three spoonfuls of vinegar.

Additionally, it’s worth noting that the restaurant prepares different flavored ginger and vinegar sauces to pair with the various fillings in their soup dumplings.

Crab-Roe Filled Xiao Long Bao

Wu You Xian - Crab Roe Xiaolongbao

The crab-roe xiaolongbao from Wu You Xian is truly excellent. Although the skin is very thin, it has a chewy and springy texture when you bite into it. The filling is rich and flavorful. It was a pleasant surprise.

Although the price is slightly higher due to the Michelin recognition, the exquisite craftsmanship makes it worthwhile to try. The overall experience is truly exceptional, and I can confidently say that the Michelin stars are well-deserved.

Overall: Wu You Xian for the best Shanghai XLB?

All in all, we highly recommend Wu You Xian for their exceptional xiaolongbao. It was truly one of the best I’ve ever tasted. The highlight is the crab roe version, which is incredibly delicious, featuring a fresh filling and paper-thin skin. There are also many varieties to choose from. We particularly recommend this restaurant to those who value high-quality xiaolongbao.

Lastly, we were so glad we had the chance to visit, and would definitely recommend Wu You Xian to others.

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Jia Jia Tang Bao Shanghai XLB

Jia Jia Tang Bao: Shanghai Popular Xiao Long Bao

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Last updated on May 15th, 2026

Jia Jia Tang Bao is one of the best Xiao Long Bao that you can find in Shanghai. It is popular among both locals and travelers.

Shanghai is renowned for its xiao long bao (XLB), also known as steamed soup dumplings. Many shops and restaurants offer this popular dish, and Jia Jia Tang Bao is highly rated among them. These delightful dumplings are filled with fresh meat and flavored broth, all wrapped in thin dumpling skins. When paired with a ginger-vinegar dip, you will fall in love with the delicious broth that oozes out when you bite into the steaming bun.

During my Shanghai trip, we visited the popular Jia Jia Tang Bao (佳家汤包), specifically for their xiao long bao. The food is good, and it did not disappoint. Continue reading for my review of Jia Jia Tang Bao’s Shanghai xiao long bao.

Jia Jia Tang Bao Shanghai

Jia Jia Tang Bao

Although it may not be the traditional name associated with Shanghai, Jia Jia Tang Bao (佳家汤包) has been serving customers for nearly 40 years. It has gained popularity for its diverse selection of soup dumplings, known as Xiao Long Bao. Among the most popular options are the crab roe Xiao Long Bao, crab mixed with fresh meat, and the classic fresh meat Xiao Long Bao.

Jia Jia Tang Bao is a short walk from the People’s Square Park Subway (nearest exit 8) and is located near the well-known Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World. It can be found on Huanghe Road, a street famous for its array of food options. While you’re there, you can also enjoy sheng jian bao from Yang’s Fried Dumplings and the renowned Butterfly Pastry at Park Hotel Deli.

Jia Jia Tang Bao (佳家汤包)
Address: 127 Huanghe Road, Shanghai.
Business Hours: Daily from 7:00 to 20:30

Our Food Visit to Jia Jia Tang Bao

Seating Inside Jia Jia Tang Bao

We went to Jia Jia Tang Bao for breakfast. The shop was located just a short walk from our hotel – Shanghai Elong Hotel.

We arrived at the restaurant at 9:00 AM and found a small queue in front. The space is tight, but the turnover is quite fast since everyone is there for the dumplings. After finishing their meals, diners typically leave to make room for those waiting for seats. We waited about 15 minutes to be seated.

Inside, the restaurant can feel a bit cramped and basic. You may have to share a table with other diners, which adds to the lively atmosphere.

Jia Jia Tang Bao Menu

Jia Jia Tang Bao Menu

Jia Jia Tang Bao offers a variety of xiao long bao on their menu. In addition to their signature xiao long bao, they also provide wontons, noodles, and soups. As is common in many Chinese restaurants, ordering is done via a QR code. If you can’t read Mandarin, there is a limited English menu with photos to assist foreigners who may struggle with Chinese characters.

We ordered the popular XLB: fresh pork soup dumplings, pork mixed with crab meat dumplings. Please note that shredded ginger is an additional cost, just like in other restaurants. 

If you’re dining solo and want to sample all the different kinds of xiao long bao, you can order their “Family Portrait” (全家福) set. This set includes their popular soup dumplings: Fresh Meat, Crab mixed with Fresh Meat, and Shiitake Mushrooms mixed with Fresh Meat.

Jia Jia Tang Bao Food Tips: If you visit Jia Jia Tang Bao later in the afternoon, you may find that the xiaolongbao options are limited to just one or two varieties. For a better selection, try to go before 11 AM or earlier.

What To Eat at Jia Jia Tang Bao

Jia Jia Tang Bao - Xiao Long Bao

The XLB (xiao long bao) takes about 15 minutes to be served and come steaming hot. Each basket contains 12 pieces of soup dumplings. 

Make sure to get a dish of vinegar, and chili oil if you enjoy a bit of spice. Grab your chopsticks and dig in!

Start by biting a small hole in the paper-thin skin of the xiao long bao and carefully sip the hot juices from the dumpling. Then, dip the remaining dumpling into the vinegar and pop it into your mouth to enjoy the explosion of flavors. Just be careful, as the dumpling can be very hot!

Piping Hot Xiao Long Bao

Shanghai best xiaolongbao - Jia Jia Tang Bao

The xiao long bao from Jia Jia Tang Bao are excellent.

Among all the XLB I’ve tried, I personally think the best is the classic fresh meat soup dumpling, which perfectly complements the freshness of the meat and matches well with the broth. However, I found the crab and meat versions here didn’t suit my taste.

Noodles Dish

Cong You Ban Mian - Jia Jia Tang Bao

We also ordered their noodle dish: Scallion Oil Noodles (cong you ban mian, 葱油拌面). Surprisingly, this noodle dish was also highly rated among everything we tried at Jia Jia Tang Bao.

Overall: Jia Jia Tang Bao for the best Shanghai XLB?

All in all, Jia Jia Tang Bao Shanghai comes highly recommended if you’re looking for the best soup dumplings in the city. The xiao long bao here are great, and the noodles are spectacular. I particularly enjoyed their fresh meat dumplings because they were so juicy and flavorful.

But do I think Jia Jia Tang Bao deserves the title of the best xiao long bao in Shanghai? While I believe their xiao long bao is indeed very good, it might not be the best based on my taste. I would prefer Lai Lai Xiao Long after trying various shops. Nonetheless, Jia Jia Tang Bao is definitely worth a visit for a taste of Shanghai!

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