Shanghai Café
About Shanghai Café
Shanghai Café brings vegetarian-friendly, with plenty of vegan options pho and southeast asian cooking to Salt Lake City's dining scene. With a casual and cozy atmosphere, it's popular with college students and groups, and offers takeout and dine-in. Diners come for alcohol, beer, and coffee at lunch and dinner. Rated 4.4 stars across 1,131 reviews, and prices are budget-friendly.
Amenities & Offerings
Shanghai Café FAQ
Is Shanghai Café fully vegan?
Shanghai Café is vegetarian-friendly with a solid selection of vegan options. Ask the staff to confirm any dish is fully plant-based.
What food does Shanghai Café serve?
Shanghai Café serves pho · southeast asian · chinese, generally priced around $. See the full menu on their website or in person.
Does Shanghai Café offer delivery or takeout?
Yes. Shanghai Café offers takeout. Availability can vary, so check before you order.
What are Shanghai Café's hours?
Today Shanghai Café is open 11AM-9PM. Full weekly hours are listed on this page and can change on holidays.
Where is Shanghai Café located?
Shanghai Café is at 145 E 1300 S #145, Salt Lake City, UT 84115. Use “Get directions” on this page for a map and driving directions.
Where can I see the menu for Shanghai Café?
View Shanghai Café's menu on their website (shanghaicafeslc.com) or on their Google Business listing linked on this page.
Listing information updated September 2026.
Shanghai Café Reviews
Stephen Thompson
Google Reviews
I love this place. It has good, well spiced food, noodles, curries and a variety of tastes. Thank you for all of your lovely food you’ve served over the years.
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Google Reviews
Shanghai has been my favorite restaurant for the past 16 years. The owner is such a wonderful person. The staff is so kind and attentive. The food is my absolute favorite in Slc and is always so delicious. I am so sad to see you go 💔
Shayla Batchelor
Google Reviews
Quality food, quality people. One of my favorite places for years and years.
Jana Marion
Google Reviews
They are closing for good on July 31st to make room for more apartment complexes. Grrrrrrr!
C. T.
Google Reviews
Very extensive menu with options for Chinese, Vietnamese, and Thai. There are plenty of meals for vegetarians as well. Everything tastes unique and original. Waiting staff was great as well - friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. This is one of my top recommendations for Asian food in the Salt Lake City area. Can’t wait to come back.
Shaan Kumar
Google Reviews
Amazing
Scott Tarbet
Google Reviews
An unexpected last minute find. The food was truly excellent, and our server was right on in the spot with everything from recommendations to unexpected extra tasty condiments. We'll be back.
Alicia Diaz
Google Reviews
I have been coming here since 1993. Excellent food, and service
Moses Nguyen
Google Reviews
Super is a fantastic server! He went above and beyond for us. Very friendly, and so welcoming. It was our first time here. I ordered the Hủ Tiếu Mỹ Tho Khò (Dry Vietnamese Pork & Seafood Noodle Soup w/ Broth on the side). The portion was massive. It was delicious. The pork char-siu was moist and tender. The broth on the side was light and savory. I rate my order a 4/5. It only came with pork & shrimp. When I get this type of dish, I also usually see some quail eggs and calamari, but other than that, the dish still had a lot of flavor. I would get it again. My wife ordered Mì Wonton (Wonto Noodle Soup). There was plenty of pork char-siu in this one as well. It came with a crispy fried shrimp cracker, wonton, and Napa cabbage. The broth was clear and refreshing, and the in-house chili sauce had a good kick to it. My wife rates her 5/5. I also ordered the egg roll appetizer. It was very crispy and delicious. Overall rating I give this place a 5☆. Awesome service. I would recommend this place.
Heather Casey
Google Reviews
Hands down best pho in SLC! Phenomenal food phenomenal service been in business over 30 years!
