Flavour Shanghai - Ashfield

This cozy little restaurant offers exceptional food that is well worth the sometimes slow service. If you enjoy trying more exotic cuts of meat, the cold side dishes are a must-try. I always make sure to take home two containers so I can savor it again later.

This is my favourite Shanghainese restaurant in all of Sydney. I have been coming here since I was 5 years old. Despite its small size, the food here is packed with flavor! My favorite dish is their xiao long bao - the chewy wrapper, flavorful pork mince, and delicious soup inside make it irresistible. You'll want to eat 8 portions in one sitting, it's that good. The owner and staff are amazing and will help you navigate the menu if you're overwhelmed by the options. Be prepared for a food coma after dining here!

Amazing food that tastes really authentic! Every time we go there, the food is fresh. I always get the pan fried buns, hot and sour soup, handmade noodles and xiao long bao! Delicious!!

Ashfield is the home to a record number of restaurants with the word 'Shanghai ' in the name. Flavour Shanghai might be the smallest, but the flavour is indeed large. There must be a law in Ashfield decreeing that every Chinese restaurant along Parramatta Road must have the word 'Shanghai ' in its name. There 's Shangahi Night, New Shanghai, New Shanghai Night (why not combine two names in one), Taste of Shanghai, Shanghai Dumpling and the smallest of all the Shanghai 's, Flavour Shanghai.

A friend and I happened to walk by and decided to try it out, as the other restaurants nearby seemed too crowded. We have been going back at least once a week now, and for two people, we usually order around three dishes to share, costing no more than $30. The staff are efficient and, as someone familiar with Asian culture, I don't expect extravagant prices or service - just good food and generous portions. The dumplings are all handmade on-site, and you can taste the quality in each bite. My personal favorite is the fried rice cakes, which are soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor. While we haven't ventured to try other dishes yet, the pork steamed dumplings and pork with chives are consistently delicious. They accept Eftpos, although there was one occasion when it was not working. The decor is simple and clean, but it can get a bit noisy if there are loud conversations or laughter. Overall, it's a great spot for authentic Chinese cuisine at a reasonable price.