Ala Shanghai Chinese Cuisine

"Everyone at the restaurant was just so nice to me, and the food was outstanding. I came in by myself, and they were busy. I had come the week before and they were unable to seat me, and had a line developing, so I understand how that goes, and I headed back to my hotel. This week, there was one table left, a four top, and they sat me at it, on my own. Not only that, but the very nice lady who welcomed me was happy to seat me, or at least didn't let on that it is usually not a great thing to give a four top to a single diner. I expressed my gratitude as I have really been wanting to try this restaurant for some time. While you can get some of the Americanized Chinese food found around the county at Ala Shanghai - things like General Tso's Chicken, and that kind of thing - what they really specialize in is actual Chinese food, and I was not disappointed. I had Pork Soup Dumplings, Tong-Po Pork, and Chicken with Chestnuts. Now look, that's a lot of food for a single person, but I took up a four top for one person, and I knew I'd eat some of the left overs back at my hotel, or for lunch tomorrow, overall I am glad with my choices. Everything was fresh, delicious, and served with graciousness. Really I had three separate people. I think one of the people is the owner, and then two servers, but anticipated my every need even before I knew what I wanted. They often encouraged me to take my time and enjoy myself, which is kind as I am sure they would love to have four people at the table. I know I keep referencing that, but seriously, in the restaurant industry it's a big deal. I want to go back as soon as I can, and would like to try everything on the menu. I don't really know anyone in this area, but maybe I can find someone to go with me next time, as it is very much a place that is best enjoyed with friends. I couldn't. help but notice the other groups around the restaurant that we all having a lovely time. Again, Ala Shanghai is simply amazing! 100% recommend!"

"Ala Shanghai Chinese Restaurant Latham N.Y If your palette craves dumplings, order the Har gow (shrimp dumplings) wonderful texture and delicious pork soup dumplings also delicious. House special fried rice lacked a bit of flavor, Shu mai dumplings had wonderful flavor, spring roll was average lacked flavor this time,overall if your in town try this place it won't disappoint."

"Thinly wrapped soup dumplings were good. The spicy wontons were tasty. Mapo tofu were perfectly seasoned. Best eggplant in garlic sauce!"

"The service was beyond good. We were tag teamed by 3 pleasant, efficient young men who seemed to anticipate our wishes. The food was delicious. Shrimp Dumplings were exquisite. Hot and Sour soup was savory and everything you want in a soup. The menu is extensive with Dim Sum served all day! We can’t wait to return. It is an hour and 45 minutes from home, but worth the trip."