Shanghai Wonton Noodle Restaurant, located at 178 Rideau St in Ottawa, has garnered acclaim as a charming haven for authentic Chinese noodles and wontons. Diners rave about the unpretentious ambiance that allows the food to shine, highlighting standouts such as the deeply flavorful wonton soup. Customers like Kim have noted the generous portions, particularly the pork wontons, which are celebrated for their rich taste and tenderness. The menu offers a delightful range of options, from hot-dry noodles with peanut and sesame sauce to a variety of comforting noodle soups. Lyn praises the ample portions and speedy service, making it an appealing choice for both locals and university students seeking wholesome meals at budget-friendly prices. Despite minor drawbacks like a compact setting and parking challenges, reviewers such as Nico Winter and Felix Macias agree that the quality and affordability of the food far outweigh any inconveniences. With consistent quality over the years, as noted by Tristen Huang, the Shanghai Wonton Noodle Restaurant has established itself as a must-visit for anyone craving genuine Shanghai-style flavors in Ottawa. Whether you're an expat longing for a taste of home or simply a noodle enthusiast, this restaurant is poised to satisfy.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
No wheelchair-accessible car park
No wheelchair-accessible entrance
Service options
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Parking
Difficult to find a space
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Reviews For Shanghai Wonton Noodle Restaurant
Lyn
Apr 18,2025
Tasty unpretentious simple Chinese food. Love the wontons here. They are cooked perfectly and are very tasty. The menu is well priced and the portions are fantastic. The service is quite fast and the seating is adequate for this kind of restaurant. I want to come back here and try the rest of the menu. The soups looked absolutely amazing!
Kim
Apr 9,2025
Really the best wonton soup I have found downtown. Massive portion with so many wontons in the soup. I really enjoyed the large pork wonton! So flavorful. Also I would recommend the small soup I had to go a few weeks ago. Broth is very tasty. A must try if you love authentic Chinese food. I will be back to try the other menu items soon. The place is small but cozy. Focus is on the food. Parking is a little challenging but it’s worth it. Super yum!
Nico Winter
Apr 8,2025
Super happy with the wonton soup! We had our reservations at first due to the location but this is honestly a hidden gem. Staff was friendly and the soup was the best most flavourful wonton we’ve had! Definitely will be coming back. Thank you!
Felix Macias
Apr 4,2025
This is a place where the focus is the food, and I love that. The service is okay, and there isn't much atmosphere, but the food is delicious, comes in big portions, and is affordable. It's a popular spot for students from the nearby university, and Chinese expats missing the taste of a Shanghai noodle and soup bar from back home. I've been here multiple times, and everything I've tried has been incredibly delicious and filling.
Tristen Huang
Mar 19,2025
Great food for a great price! We first came here three years ago and the quality is still the same. They have good options, and the food is simple but homey and delicious. I highly recommend the big wonton soup! We’ll definitely be back when we’re in Ottawa. They don’t seem to have a washroom available (at least when we went), but otherwise it was really awesome!
Yuki Chan
Mar 10,2025
I love the vibe! Small and cozy. Reminds me of those small Asian stalls! Food is cheap and fresh and hot! Great for a cold winter night. I come here whenever I go downtown now! Big portions :3 I think it's also family owned.
Tatiana GM
Mar 3,2025
I was in downtown and wanted to have a really good wonton soup and I saw this restaurant has good reviews so I decided to give it a try. The soup was AMAZING! The restaurant is very clean. You need to order and pay, then your order will come. Mine came after 1 min. The broth is very tasty. You have all the sauces you need in your table. The soup is huge and I was alone, so I couldn’t try any other thing in the menu but I will come back to try more the price was great too Love it
Teija Notley
Feb 24,2025
An incredible authentic find with really welcoming staff. Followed the review recommendations to get the pork and mushroom wonton in peanut sauce and wow... so much flavour, generous portion size and so fresh.
Reviews For Shanghai Wonton Noodle Restaurant