Shanghai Chinese Restaurant

Shanghai Chinese Restaurant We are a family-owned restaurant since 1996. Xian Chen and his wife, Ying, opened the Shanghai Chinese Restaraunt in February 1996.

It began as a tiny space in downtown Bristol, seating no more than 25 at a time. The Chens, along with their three young children, worked hard to create the friendliest space and serve the tastiest dishes. Through the years, the restaurant has been voted the best Chinese restaurant in Bristol. A decade and a half later, the Shanghai Chinese Restaurant has expanded both their space and offerings. W

hile we can seat more than a hundred now, it remains our promise to maintain the friendly, familiar atmosphere. We are big enough to serve you and small enough to know you! We must thank the Bristol community and residents in the greater Tri-Cities region for the support they have shown the Shanghai Restaurant and the Chen family over the years. We hope to continue serving this community for the years to come! Our goal: serve the best authentic Chinese food! Our promise: the best chef and friendly service! Follow us here and on Twitter to receive updates and weekly specials!

05/23/2026

We’ll be closed from May 26 through June 3 while we visit family in Boston. We’ll reopen on June 4.

Thank you so much for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you when we’re back!

We’ll be taking a short break for Chinese New Year 🎊Shanghai Restaurant will be closed Friday (2/13) through Wednesday (...
02/04/2026

We’ll be taking a short break for Chinese New Year 🎊

Shanghai Restaurant will be closed Friday (2/13) through Wednesday (2/18) for the holiday and kitchen renovations.

We reopen Thursday morning, and can’t wait to celebrate the Year of the Horse with you the following weekend — featuring special desserts and festive New Year delicacies you won’t want to miss!

12/20/2025

We are open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day! 🎄🎅🏻🎁

Please reserve your party ahead of time, and if you can, let us know your dinner order in advance. Last year was wonderfully busy, and advance planning will help us avoid long waits and ensure we can serve everyone.

Thank you, and we look forward to celebrating the holidays with you!

Hi friends! We are visiting our son and his family in California for Thanksgiving, so we will be closed from Monday, Nov...
11/20/2025

Hi friends!

We are visiting our son and his family in California for Thanksgiving, so we will be closed from Monday, Nov 24 to Monday, Dec1. We will be back open on Tuesday, Dec 2!

We wish everyone a happy Thanksgiving filled with loving family and tasty food!

10/16/2025

We will be closed on Sunday, October 19 for the funeral of Xian Chen’s brother-in-law in Pulaski, VA.
We will reopen on Tuesday, October 21.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

📢 Notice to Our Friends & CustomersShanghai will be closed from Sunday, October 5 through Tuesday, October 7 as our fami...
10/03/2025

📢 Notice to Our Friends & Customers

Shanghai will be closed from Sunday, October 5 through Tuesday, October 7 as our family travels to Richmond to celebrate our granddaughter’s 1st birthday! 🎉👶💖 Can't believe she is already one! We’ll reopen on Wednesday, October 8 with regular hours.

Thank you so much for the incredible outpouring of love this week after our feature in Southern Living—we are so grateful for this community. ❤️

See you Wednesday!

We’re honored to see Shanghai featured in Southern Living’s Friendliest Places 2025 (October edition)!https://www.southe...
09/25/2025

We’re honored to see Shanghai featured in Southern Living’s Friendliest Places 2025 (October edition)!

https://www.southernliving.com/friendliest-places-2025-11803446

A huge thank you to Southern Living — and to editors Tara and Katie, and our wonderful photographer William Crooks. Y’all captured our family’s story and included our restaurant alongside so many wonderful communities.

Since opening in the 1990s, we’ve been proud to share food, culture, and connection here in Bristol. We’re so grateful to be part of this amazing community. ❤️

07/11/2025

Hi friends!

Ying and Chen are taking a trip to see all of their kids and grandkids, and the restaurant will be closed from Saturday, July 12, to Monday, July 21.

We'll be back open on Tuesday, July 22!

Sorry for the late notice, and we look forward to serving you hot and delicious meals when we're back!

Tomorrow — and only tomorrow! — we are ending our 30th anniversary celebration with 30% off of… EVERYTHING! Yes, you’ve ...
06/28/2025

Tomorrow — and only tomorrow! — we are ending our 30th anniversary celebration with 30% off of… EVERYTHING! Yes, you’ve read that correctly.

One day only! Bring your family, friends, and most importantly, your appetite!

Last week of June, and we’re making it EXTRA SPECIAL! How?? ALL dishes under Chef’s Suggestions will be 30% off this wee...
06/22/2025

Last week of June, and we’re making it EXTRA SPECIAL! How?? ALL dishes under Chef’s Suggestions will be 30% off this week, June 22th to 28th!

This includes everything from Four Treasures Combination to Happy Family, from General’s Chicken to Seven Stars Around the Moon. Let’s treat yourself and your family this week!

Additionally, add these on the side at 30% too!
- Mixed Vegetables
- Cheese Wontons
- Spring Egg Rolls
- Sweet Donuts

Address

711 State St
Bristol, VA
24201

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 3pm
5pm - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 3pm
5pm - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 3pm
5pm - 9pm
Friday 11am - 3pm
5pm - 10pm
Saturday 11am - 3pm
5pm - 10pm
Sunday 12pm - 3pm
5pm - 9pm

Telephone

+12766699000

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