China Mama - Shanghai Plaza

Not the same anymore. I don’t know what changed, maybe a new chef or all the recent expansions, but the food just tastes different (in a negative way) What used to be mandatory stop on our Vegas trips is now just another restaurant if we feel like it. Been a frequent visitor since the days they were at the old location (that burned down) The service is still excellent. All the staff members are great here. The place is very clean and beautiful. Every dish was plated great but the flavors have changed over the years. Pan fried pork buns - still juicy, crispy, but lacked flavor Crispy beef - the one dish that I’d say still tastes as close to the original and hard to find elsewhere. Honey walnut shrimp - Very sweet now. Just doesn’t tastes like an authentic honey walnut shrimp Sliced fish w/ ginger and green onions - Now this used to be what I considered their most underrated dish. Used to be crispy fish, creamy flavorful sauce. Now it’s an underfried dry fish dish String beans - Over salted with the pickled condiment added Would I come back? yes. Is it a must go? Not anymore

I recently dined at China Mama 2 and had a fantastic experience! The Pan Fried Pork Buns were soft on the inside with a satisfying crunch on the outside--though a bit oily, they were still absolutely delicious. The Egg Yolk Prawns were flavorful, though the egg smell was a bit strong for my taste. The Tan Tan Noodles, however, stole the show--garlicky and packed with spice and flavor, they were simply amazing. And the Honey Walnut Shrimp? Creamy, sweet, and absolutely perfect. The wait was long, so I recommend arriving at least an hour before you want to be seated, but it's understandable given how popular the place is. The staff was incredibly kind and did their best to attend to everyone with care. Overall, a great meal with some standout dishes--definitely worth a visit!

I’m impressed by how good the food tasted. This is some of the best Chinese food I’ve had in a long time, and worth the wait. Ingredients are fresh and made when ordered, which made all the dishes delicious. In addition to the good tasting food, the service was also excellent. Portions are large and reasonably priced. We had the sliced beef in chili sauce, salted egg yolk prawns, cucumber salad, and fish fillet with pickled mustard. The salted egg yolk prawns tasted very fresh and tender. I will be back in the future and highly recommend this place.

We stumbled upon this restaurant and what a happy accident this was. Apparently it is very famous and for good reason. We got their famous crispy beef, handmade potstickers (YUM) and our favorite, YuXian eggplant with minced pork. The place is amazing, the customer service was great, and the best part was watching a lady make dumplings in the kitchen. Highly recommend.

I just found my new favorite Chinese restaurant in Vegas--China Mama is incredible! The interior is clean and modern, with a welcoming vibe, and the service is super friendly and efficient despite how busy they get. Pro tip: Even if you arrive right at opening, be prepared for a line! This place is that popular, and for good reason. The food is authentic, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The highlight for me was the Shen Jian Bao (pan-fried dumplings)--crispy on the bottom, juicy inside, and absolutely delicious. Very Shanghainese and perfectly done! I can't wait to come back and try more of their dishes. If you're into authentic Chinese flavors, this spot is a must. Must order: Pan Fried Shanghai Dumplings Duck Crispy Beef Spicy wontons Deep Fried Shrimps Mongolian Beef House Fried Rice