Solid, legit Shanghainese food! Especially if you know what to order. My girlfriends and I wanted a place to get tangyuan/glutinous rice balls for Chinese new year and this came up on our Yelp search. Granted we didn't set our expectations very high, but we were pleasantly surprised by the authenticity of the food and cheap prices.Total bill: $26 total pp for the 5 dishes below (more than enough for 3 of us - plenty of leftovers!), including tax & tip.There was no wait at 6:30pm on a Friday night and didn't seem to be through the entire dinner rush. Service was prompt, a little brusque at times (but that's your typical authentic Chinese place), and the whole meal went smoothly with food coming out fast.* Dou miao (pea shoots) - 3.5 starspic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_…We ordered this off-menu to have some greens at the table. You have a small or large plate option. Simple dish, can't go wrong!* Shanghai fried rice - 3 starspic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_…I love the crispy burnt part at the edge of the bowl and there was a good amount of this! Otherwise this rice did not have too many ingredients and was like regular fried rice hopped up on tons of salt. The rice grains themselves were a little hard and old too.* Wuxi ribs in pot - 4 starspic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_…My friend recognized this as a dish from her hometown and was really excited so we ordered it. A nice surprise! Very flavorful, the ribs were cut in short pieces (she said it's usually the long type of ribs) but they were still tender and tasty.* Lion's head in clay pot - 4 starspic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_…Another good classic Chinese dish. I told my mom about this afterwards and she got really excited because she's never seen this dish on an American menu. The giant meatball and soup was a great explosion of flavors, otherwise the soup was filled w/ napa cabbage (the photo does not do the dish justice).* Sweet ball dessert sup - 3.5 starspic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_…The dish we came for! Tasty, just enough of the alcohol grain flavor. You get this giant bowl.. we were so stuffed but couldn't help ourselves but finish everything.
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Sean H. on:
2/2/2013 9:38:00 AM
Convenience is the only good thing about this place. Food is gross.
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S P. on:
1/29/2013 5:59:00 AM
Long standing Menlo Park restaurant - good service and food. Occassional celebrity sightings, several Forty Niners have been spotted. Once saw Kwame Harris of the Niners there, so you know they give good portions when a burly manly man like him can dine and be filled up.Soy sauce sometimes flows to freely there, otherwise food is really good
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Toni A. on:
1/28/2013 8:07:00 AM
While I was living out of state, I met some friends whom I hit it off with right away; we were all from California, them from the Bay Area, myself from Los Angeles. We often talked about food and the places we liked back home and Su-Hong always came up when would try a new chinese place that was inevitably bad, full of goopy, sugary sauces, no spice etc.A couple years later, I ended up spending some time in the area for work and came to Su Hong a few times.The food here is pretty good. It is pretty regular chinese dishes that you see on every menu, but I think they put care into what they are serving. The meat is crispy when it should be, not undercooked and mushy. The sauces are not full of corn starch to make them goopy. They understand what extra spicy means, and they seem to try to accommodate your requests.The only thing I would have changed about my last experience at Su-Hong would be my dinner companions.......too bad I can't give them a yelp rating. :-)
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Reza F. on:
1/25/2013 3:11:00 PM
Chinese Food? Yes, I'd love some!Overall - 4 StarsFood - 3 StarsPrice - 3 StarsOther - 5 StarsMy family has been coming to Su Hong for a number of years, and the main reason they go here is because my parents are allergic to MSG. They don't use any MSG in any of their dishes so they feel comfortable coming here.I find most of the food pretty good, even-though it's lacking that crucial MSG. :) They also don't like garlic and this place does a good job of accommodating them.We usually order the three mushroom chicken, the fish in black bean sauce, the war wonton soup, mu-shu pork, and the dried string beans. All of these items are good!If you've got some dietary restrictions this place does a great job of accommodating, if you don't and can eat everything, skip this pay less and enjoy your meal!
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Neil W. on:
1/24/2013 5:02:00 AM
The eggplant in garlic sauce was so good I had to take a shower afterwards.
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AlanM1324 on:
2009-09-23
Tea-smoked duck, mu-shi shrimp, garlic egglant are outstanding. They have Peking duck, but have to pre-order it. Has a "to go" window in the back.Large, two-part dining room with bar running the length of the restaurant.Tables and chairs. ...?
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Craig Tomasello on:
2009-08-15
OMG one of the best Chineese food restaurants in the bay area IMHO. Not greasy at all. Excellent service from the staff. A little pricey but very worth it!! ...?
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Shannon W. on:
2009-08-11
Whether you go to the restaurant to sit and have a meal or go to Su Hong's take out just around the corner, you won't be disappointed. We never go anywhere else for Chinese food. Excellent food, great price, good service. ...?
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A TripAdvisor Member on:
2008-10-26
Inexpensive takeout in Menlo Park is rare and this is very conveniently located. The food is very hit and miss, some dishes are delicious and some are really substandard. If you want really delicious Chinese food (although more expensive ...?
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EJ S. on:
2006-04-29
Su Hong is consistently good. The restaurant has plenty of seating and the service has always been great. Lots of choices and not too expensive. A great place to go for chinese. ...?
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M A. on:
2006-04-12
We found this restaurant on Insider Pages and decided to try it based on the recommendations. It has nice ambiance and the food we had was excellent. The prices were quite reasonable too, and they are very vegetarian-friendly. ...?
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Olggie Z. on:
2005-10-18
Can anyone ever get enough Su Hong? The answer: never! This place is the bomb. Chinese is usually not my forte, but Su Hong, I can never say no. Its just that good, I dont know what it is about it, but those chefs sure can cook. ...?
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Vik Z. on:
2005-07-17
This is my favorite Chinese restaurant! I absolutley love their food! My favorite dish is the seafood combination, yum yum yum. This dish includes fish, scallops, shrimp and lots of REALLY yummy veggies all in an incredible sauce. ...?
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Anonymous on:
2003-08-20
I agree with the reviewer who said that Su Hong is the best Chinese restaurant on the Peninsula! Their Chinese Chicken Salad has to be the best I've ever had. Service is excellent, and the food is fresh and flavorful, and the prices are more ...?
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uncarved on:
2002-05-27
Su Hong's food is really not that great. This is one of those restaurants that really caters to westerners. The food is milder and not very adventurous at all. Also serving sizes are meager. There is better Chinese food in other parts of the ...?
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estnet on:
2001-05-04
All Review Photos This excellent cantonese restaurant has been a neighborhood favorite for years. It is so popular that there is a separate take out branch a block away (with a few tables for eating a quick meal). There is a separate bar ...?
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Anonymous on:
2000-12-31
Good flavors--popular with the local anglo crowd. Crowded at lunch with local workers. Convenient menu with special courses for groups.....at a reasonable price. Fast service...put all this together, and you'll do some good business ...?
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Anonymous on:
2000-01-08
This is my favorite Chinese restaurant in the Bay Area. It is Americanized Chinese food, but for me that's a good thing. In my opinion they have the best hot and sour soup in the Bay Area. It has the proper tang combined with the right ...?
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Anonymous on:
1999-10-06
This quaint little lunch spot on El Camino serves healthy portions of somewhat Americanized Chinese food to a business-lunch clientel. The quality of the food is good, and consistent, if not outstanding, while service is average. ...?
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Anonymous on:
1998-03-23
Nice Chinese place. The food is a little on the mild side. Good specials; try the Walnut Prawns or the Westlake Beef Soup. I like the atmosphere at the Palo Alto branch a little better. ...?
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Anonymous on:
1997-10-24
A family favorite which has gotten a little jaded due to its popularity. Go at off hours and enjoy the Hunan Beef, Sechwan Prawns, and General's Chicken. ...?
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Anonymous on:
1996-12-10
Went there for a Sunday lunch. Decent food in general. The portions were too small both in terms of price and pres- entation. Food should be pleasing to all the senses: color, aroma, and taste for completeness. The taste was fine but lack of ...?
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Anonymous on:
1996-05-15
Not authentic Chinese cuisine (especially their combination lunch). However, the food is very good at a reasonable price. Dinner is much better than lunch. ...?
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Anonymous on:
1996-04-10
Very bad attitude. Because of their inefficient service and so-so food, I only gave about 12% of totals as a tip at dinner time. When I walked out the door, the waiter just walked a step in front of me, and started murmuring some bad ...?
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Anonymous on:
1996-01-05
One of the best Chinese restaurants on the peninsula. A good staff, courteous service and very good food. Should be checked out if you are anywhere near looking for a good chinese meal. ...?
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Contributor on:
-American mini chain offers their specialty chicken In Short Su Hong is a lovable anachronism, prized for its predictable food served in an unfussy dining room where no one worries about what to wear. The restaurant caters to both family dinners and casual business get-togethers, ...?
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