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Chef Zhu 老正兴
Authentic Shanghainese cuisine in San Diego, where traditional flavors meet modern dining.
3.8
Restaurant
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Authentic Shanghainese cuisine in San Diego, where traditional flavors meet modern dining.
Chef Zhu 老正兴 is a Chinese restaurant located in the Torrey Highlands area of San Diego, specializing in authentic Shanghainese and regional Chinese dishes. The restaurant offers a stylish, inviting atmosphere with a focus on high-quality ingredients and generous portions. Known for favorites like Lion's Head meatballs, sweet & sour pork ribs, and scallion oil noodles, it provides a memorable dining experience for both dine-in and delivery. Chef Zhu combines traditional recipes with a contemporary setting, making it a go-to spot for those seeking genuine Chinese flavors in a welcoming environment.
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Enjoy traditional dishes like Lion's head meatballs and scallion oil noodles in a stylish, modern setting.
Conveniently order through apps like Hungry Panda for prompt delivery of our flavorful Chinese cuisine.
Share generous portions of favorites such as kung po chicken and Singapore rice noodles, ideal for groups.
Celebrate birthdays or gatherings with our catering options, featuring high-quality, authentic Chinese food.
Dine in for lunch or dinner with a menu offering smoky lo mein, cumin lamb, and other Shanghainese specialties.
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Overall rating
Sharon B
We went here for lunch to celebrate a birthday on a weekday. Service was mediocre and so was the food. The place was a little fancier in decor than other Chinese restaurants. Though prices were a bit high for portion sizes and since there was no lunch specials. We did like the hot and sour soup. It has a lot of flavor and they didn't skimp on the ingredients. The kung po chicken and onion pancakes were ok. We did like the eggplant with tofu and the Singapore rice noodle dishes.
Lili G
Fancier looking Chinese restaurant. The food was ok - the cumin lamb was decent, the chicken with mushroom had no taste and the pan fried buns were definitely defrosted. I would go back with a Shanghai friend to see if the food is legit, otherwise, would not revisit.
Uky
It’s not bad Chinese/Shanghai style food. The flavor is okay, but gets the job done for being in the Torrey Highlands area.
A Smith
The recent addition of Chef Zhu to the Torrey Highlands shopping center has been met with much excitement, and after my visit, I can confidently say that it's a worthy addition to the culinary landscape. Despite initial reservations about its proximity to Joyee's dumplings, I'm delighted to report that Chef Zhu holds its own. We got here Sunday afternoon, I was pleased to find plenty of parking available in the center, making access easy. The restaurant itself has undergone a stylish redesign from its previous incarnation as a BBQ joint, boasting an inviting interior that sets the stage for a memorable dining experience. While the customer service initially left something to be desired – perhaps due to a focus on online orders – the staff proved to be friendly and accommodating once we garnered their attention. Despite being the only patrons at the start of our meal, we found ourselves waiting longer than expected for assistance. However, once attended to, our orders were taken promptly and accurately. As for the food, it did not disappoint. We opted for the Chicken Lo Mein and Orange Chicken, both of which arrived as generous portions bursting with flavor. The Lo Mein, in particular, stood out with its delightful smoky undertones and perfectly cooked noodles. Meanwhile, the Orange Chicken boasted a delightful balance of sweetness and crunch, leaving us eager to explore more of the menu offerings. Overall, Chef Zhu offers excellent value for money, delivering ample portions of high-quality Chinese cuisine in a pleasant setting. While there may be room for improvement in terms of service efficiency, the delicious food more than makes up for any minor shortcomings. I look forward to returning to sample more of their enticing menu offerings.
LULU LIVE Art
This place is super authentic Shanghainese food, I’m impressed! We ordered from Hungry Panda APP, and got the food delivered at my door. The whole meal is just very delicious. Everyone enjoyed it. The quantity is pretty big. I order $120 food with tips, and we four just finished a little bit more than half. I totally feel this place is very worthy to give a try if you would love to check out some very authentic Shanghai style food. I highly recommend Lion’s head meatballs and sweet & sour pork ribs, also the scallion oil noodles are pretty tasty as well.
