Little Shanghai Restaurant in San Mateo offers a true taste of Shanghainese cuisine, blending tradition with fresh, vibrant flavors. Their menu highlights include the must-try Steamed Meat Balls, rich Braised Pork Meatballs, and the iconic Sweet and Sour Spare Ribs Shanghai Style, each dish showcasing authentic techniques and bold, balanced seasoning. The Fried River Shrimp and Clay Pot Rice with Chinese Ham and Bok Choy deliver wonderfully layered textures and aromas, capturing the essence of home-style cooking. Vegetables like Spinach in Ginger Sauce and Fry Cooked String Beans provide light, refreshing counterpoints, while specialties such as Pork Tendon with Sea Cucumber and Drunken Chicken offer a luxurious depth of flavor. Portions are generous, prices reasonable, and the vibrant atmosphere adds to the experience. Diners consistently praise the flavorful, well-crafted dishes that transport the palate straight to Shanghai’s bustling street markets. If you appreciate genuine Shanghainese fare with variety and heart, Little Shanghai is well worth a reservation.