Shanghai Gourmet

Shanghainese dining in Manhattan isn’t limited to Chinatown’s usual suspects. Shanghai Gourmet brings the flavors of the city to 23 Pell Street, a straightforward bolt-hole tucked between tourist foot traffic and old-school tenements. Comfort food anchored in tradition drives the kitchen, with bowls of braised pork tender enough to peel apart and soups rich enough to linger over. The menu nods to lunch and dinner alike, all of it served in a casual setting where families can let kids roam without worrying about breaking the mood.

Whether you’re after takeout tucked under an awning or a table tucked against the wall, the same dishes show up at both ends of the day. The number (212) 285-0668 puts the kitchen on speed-dial for orders or a quick table check. A map to the spot—directions folded into your phone—lives at https://www.google.com/maps/place?ftid=0x89c25a26fb093ba7:0x8d1f5449df12aa8a.