Jia Jia Tang Bao
Experience authentic Shanghai soup dumplings at Jia Jia Tang Bao, a local favorite with a 4.3-star rating. Discover delicious xiao long bao and more.
About Jia Jia Tang Bao
This popular eatery in Shanghai's People's Square offers a delightful experience for those seeking authentic xiao long bao. With a solid 4.3 out of 5 stars from over a thousand reviews, it's clear this spot has won over many diners. The $ price range makes it an accessible choice for sampling classic flavors. While some reviews suggest focusing on their signature soup dumplings, the general consensus highlights the flavorful broth and satisfying texture of these delicate parcels. It's a must-try for anyone wanting to savor a quintessential Shanghai culinary delight.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Budget-friendly)
Budget-friendly dining ($) - Affordable options for everyday dining
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Casual)
Relaxed and laid-back atmosphere
Dining Style (Casual)
Walk-in friendly. No reservations needed. Casual dining experience.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Beer, Family Friendly
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Why Travelers Love Jia Jia
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
Came here after hearing that is a must try! Was a short wait as the turn over is pretty quick. We also ordered some other sides such as scallion oil noodle, vegetable and pork cutlet. Honestly you can skip these. Had two flavours, the original meat and the pure crab meat, tbh these are pretty good! The vinegar help cuts through the taste if it gets too overwhelming. The soup inside is good! Jia Jia Tang Bao (佳家汤包) is a famed xiao long bao 小龍包restaurant in Shanghai that started as a mom-and-pop shop in 1986. Today, they have nearly a dozen locations in Shanghai. The tourist location is on Huanghe Road, and the busiest. I recommend going to their Liyuan Road store for the same quality made-to-order xiao long bao. They do excellent pork soup dumplings, as well as ones with crab and crab roe. An absolute must try when you come to Shanghai! Loved their juicy xialongbao and delicious crab noodles. Very easy to order via Alipay (contactless system). Beware that queues can get very long but it is so worth it!
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Where to Find Them
90 Huang He Lu, People's Square, Huang Pu Qu, Shang Hai Shi, China, 200003
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Recent Reviews
Jeremy T.
November 18, 2025
Came here after hearing that is a must try! Was a short wait as the turn over is pretty quick. We also ordered some other sides such as scallion oil noodle, vegetable and pork cutlet. Honestly you can skip these. Had two flavours, the original meat and the pure crab meat, tbh these are pretty good! The vinegar help cuts through the taste if it gets too overwhelming. The soup inside is good!
Doug H.
November 7, 2025
Jia Jia Tang Bao (佳家汤包) is a famed xiao long bao 小龍包restaurant in Shanghai that started as a mom-and-pop shop in 1986. Today, they have nearly a dozen locations in Shanghai. The tourist location is on Huanghe Road, and the busiest. I recommend going to their Liyuan Road store for the same quality made-to-order xiao long bao. They do excellent pork soup dumplings, as well as ones with crab and crab roe.
Anonymous
September 25, 2025
An absolute must try when you come to Shanghai! Loved their juicy xialongbao and delicious crab noodles. Very easy to order via Alipay (contactless system). Beware that queues can get very long but it is so worth it!
Nathanon S.
July 29, 2025
Jia Jia Tang Bao is another highly recommended spot especially popular among Thai tourists. It’s often listed as a “must-try,” so I went in with pretty high expectations. Unfortunately, it didn’t quite live up to the hype. The food was okay not bad by any means but very average overall. The long queue made me expect something truly special, but what I got was just... fine. If there’s no line, it might be worth a quick visit. But if you're facing a long wait, I’d say it’s not really worth the time. There are plenty of other dumpling places in Shanghai that are just as good or better without the crowd.
Valeriya S.
August 6, 2025
This place has ok dim sums, but nothing super delicious or outstanding. We tried few types of pork ones, also pork + crab and pork + shrimp. I was choosing this place by photos, but quite few of food photos here are actually coming from another place few houses away. So this guys don’t have many food options apart from dim sums. To know what to expect better check menu pictures not food pictures here.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Jia Jia special
Beer
Family Friendly
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
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