πŸ“ 3142 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114 πŸ“ž (216) 400-6936  |  Cash Only  |  Rated #95 Best Chinese in USA πŸ† ⏰ Tue–Sun: 11:15am – 8:00pm  |  Monday: Closed

About LJ Shanghai

More Than a Restaurant β€”
A Taste of Home

LJ Shanghai was born from a simple but powerful desire: to share the real, authentic taste of Shanghai with Cleveland. Tucked away at 3142 Superior Ave in the heart of AsiaTown, our restaurant opened as a small passion project β€” and quickly became a beloved institution.

Our owner, LJ, brings the flavors of her Shanghai upbringing to every single dish. Growing up in one of China's most vibrant culinary cities, she learned that food is more than sustenance β€” it's culture, memory, and love. That philosophy shows in every handmade dumpling, every carefully simmered broth, and every dish that leaves our kitchen.

We are proudly women-owned, family-operated, and deeply committed to authenticity. While other restaurants adapt for local tastes, we stay true to our roots β€” bold flavors, traditional techniques, and ingredients prepared fresh every single day.

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Our Core Values

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Uncompromising Authenticity

We don't westernize our recipes. Every dish reflects the true flavors of Shanghai β€” from the bold chili oils to the delicate dumpling skins.

02

Made Fresh Daily

No shortcuts. Every dumpling is handmade in-house each morning. Our broths are slow-simmered. Our noodles are made to order.

03

Community First

We're part of Cleveland's AsiaTown community. We use reusable tableware, support local suppliers, and welcome every guest like family.

How We Grew

2016
LJ Shanghai opens in the old Saigon Grille space at 3142 Superior Ave, Cleveland's AsiaTown. The focus: handmade soup dumplings and classic Shanghainese comfort food.
2018
Rapid word-of-mouth growth. Cleveland food bloggers and local press begin calling LJ Shanghai a "hidden gem." The dining room expands to accommodate demand.
2020
Pivoted to takeout-only during the pandemic. Maintained quality and kept the community fed. Customers lined up daily to support the business.
2022
Ranked #95 Best Chinese Restaurant in the USA by Yelp. Over 500 glowing reviews. Dining room reopens with expanded seating.
2024–Today
Over 650 reviews, 4.7-star average. New menu items added seasonally. Still handmaking every dumpling the same way as day one.

Cleveland Loves Us

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#95 Best Chinese Restaurant in USAYelp National Rankings 2022
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4.7 Stars β€” 652+ ReviewsYelp & TripAdvisor Combined
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Featured in Cleveland Scene"A Hidden Gem Worth the Trip"
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Best Soup Dumplings in ClevelandMultiple Local Publications
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Women-Owned Business AwardCleveland Chamber of Commerce
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Sustainable Dining RecognitionReusable Tableware Commitment

Come Meet the Family

We'd love to welcome you to our table. Visit us in Cleveland's AsiaTown.

πŸ“ Find Us

3142 Superior Ave
Cleveland, OH 44114

Located in AsiaTown / Goodrich Kirtland neighborhood.
Free street parking available.

πŸ• Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday11:15 am – 8:00 pm
Wednesday11:15 am – 8:00 pm
Thursday11:15 am – 8:00 pm
Friday11:15 am – 8:00 pm
Saturday11:15 am – 8:00 pm
Sunday11:15 am – 8:00 pm

πŸ“ž Contact

Phone:
(216) 400-6936

Payment:
Cash Only – ATM nearby

Follow Us:
@lj_shanghai on Instagram

Seating:
Dine-in, Takeout available.
Full party must be present before seating.