Wangjia Restaurant Menu

Wangjia Restaurant at 800 W Las Tunas Dr Ste 300, San Gabriel, specialized in traditional Shanghainese cooking with an extensive selection of cold appetizers, seafood, pork, beef, lamb, vegetable dishes, soups, noodles, rice cakes, fried rice, dumplings, and desserts. Signature choices included Shanghai Smoked Fish, braised pork dishes, eel casseroles, Lion’s Head Meatballs, Pan-Fried Pork Buns, and Xiao Long Bao. Drinks included Coke, Sprite, and Chinese sweet herb tea.

Most rice and noodle dishes cost about $13-$16, while many meat and seafood entrées ranged from roughly $14-$24, offering good value for generous family-style portions. Tender braised meats, fresh seafood, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, tofu, leafy vegetables, soy-based sauces, ginger, scallions, and gentle sweetness created the rich yet balanced flavors associated with Shanghai cuisine.

Vegetarian diners had a dedicated selection including Mushroom with Gluten, Stir-Fried String Beans, Eggplant with Garlic Sauce, and tofu dishes. A clearly designated gluten-free menu was not published, so soy sauce and cross-contact required confirmation. Vegetable dishes and lighter soups offered healthier alternatives. No dedicated kids’ menu was advertised, although dumplings, fried rice, noodles, and mild chicken dishes were approachable choices. The restaurant was best suited to lunch, dinner, family-style meals, takeaway, and group dining rather than breakfast.

Menu Highlights

Shanghai Style Smoked Fish – $12.99
Fish is prepared in classic Shanghai style with a savory-sweet seasoning that penetrates the firm, tender flesh. Its distinctive flavor made it one of the restaurant’s best-known traditional starters.

Shanghai Stewed Pork & Squid with Tea Tree Mushrooms – $21.99
Pork and squid are slowly braised with earthy tea tree mushrooms until deeply flavored and tender. The mix of rich meat, seafood, ginger, and mushrooms made this a standout house specialty.

Lion’s Head Meatballs – $17.99
Three large pork meatballs are braised in brown sauce until exceptionally tender and juicy. Their soft texture and deep soy-based flavor represent classic Shanghainese comfort food.

Pan-Fried Pork Buns – $7.99
Four pork-filled buns are pan-fried to create crisp golden bottoms while keeping the tops soft and fluffy. The juicy filling and contrasting textures made them a popular dim sum-style choice.

Xiao Long Bao – $11.99
Eight delicate steamed buns enclose seasoned pork and savory broth. Their thin wrappers and juicy centers made them an essential order for dumpling lovers.

Salty Pork & Vegetable Rice – $15.99
Rice is cooked with savory cured pork and vegetables for a comforting, aromatic meal. The salty richness of the pork balances the mild vegetables and soft rice.

Shanghai Fried Rice Cake – $14.99
Chewy sliced rice cakes are stir-fried Shanghai-style with savory ingredients and sauce. Their springy texture and satisfying wok flavor made them one of the menu’s classic regional specialties.