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Discover Shanghai Wonton Noodle Restaurant
Shanghai Wonton Noodle Restaurant in downtown Ottawa is a hidden gem for authentic, affordable Chinese comfort food. Known for its generous portions and rich, flavorful broths, the pork wonton soup stands out with perfectly filled dumplings and a soothing umami taste. The menu offers a variety of dishes, including hand-rolled dry noodles with peanut and sesame sauces, which are simple yet deeply satisfying. Despite its modest, no-frills decor, the quick service and steady flow of locals attest to its genuine appeal. This spot blends tradition and value seamlessly, making every visit a comforting, delicious experience.
Flavors to Try
Experience today’s special creations
PORK SMALL WONTON SOUP
TOFU HOT-DRY NOODLE W PEANUT N SESAME SAUCE
MARINATED CHICKEN LEG
MARINATED EGG
About
Shanghai Wonton Noodle Restaurant
Located in the heart of downtown Ottawa, Shanghai Wonton Noodle Restaurant offers a genuine taste of traditional Chinese comfort food. This modest spot at 178 Rideau St embraces simplicity without sacrificing flavor, delivering generous portions at affordable prices. The no-frills decor sets the stage for an authentic dining experience where the focus is squarely on the food.
The signature pork wonton soup stands out with its rich, umami-packed broth and sizable, well-stuffed wontons wrapped in a pleasantly thick skin. Each dumpling bursts with a harmonious blend of pork and vegetables such as shepherd's purse, giving a fresh, earthy note. The noodles, which many believe to be handmade, hold a perfect bounce and soak up the broth, creating a satisfying mouthfeel in every bite.
Peanut and sesame sauces elevate dishes like the tofu hot dry noodles and beef dry noodles, providing a creamy, nutty undertone that complements the savory elements beautifully. The peanut noodles, in particular, are a crowd favorite for their rich, simple yet deeply flavorful profile.
Beyond the food, the quick and attentive service from the hardworking couple running the restaurant adds warmth to the experience, making it a perfect spot for a casual meal or a comforting takeout. Portions are generous enough that leftovers are often inevitable, making the price-per-meal value exceptional.
Whether you're craving a hearty wonton soup, a bowl of hand-pulled noodles, or a quick flavorful bite, Shanghai Wonton Noodle Restaurant remains a beloved hidden gem. It’s a go-to destination for those seeking authentic, no-nonsense Chinese cuisine that satisfies both hunger and palate with authenticity and care.
People talk
Guestbook
“ Portion size is great especially for the price. Pork wonton soup is amazing very nice broth and good amount of filling in the wonton. ”
“ The portion and prices were insanely good. Must visit atleast once when you're in downtown, the service is pretty quick and the food is simple yet flavorful. Had perfect take away container (You most likely cannot finish a portion) ”
“ This restaurant wow-ed me. A hard-working couple churning out delicious and cheap comfort dishes. A steady throughput of customers braving -25°C at 8pm on a Sunday night. Decor that can only be described as "no frills". Love it. We got the tofu hot-dry noodle with peanut and sesame sauce, the vegetable noodle soup, the pork wonton with peanut sauce and the beef hot-dry noodle with peanut and sesame sauce. All fantastic and huge portions. Thanks Shanghai Wonton Noodle Restaurant! ”
“ Very tasty wonton soup. The broth has a nice umami flavour. The dumplings themselves were served hot and fresh. There is a small amount of pork in each dumpling. I also got the dry noodles which tasted like they had just been rolled out in the back (might be hand made?) ”
“ It’s a classic spot for a reason. Cheap, delicious, generous portions, and lovely service on top of it all. I really liked their peanut noodles! ”