Bilbao Chinese food to your heart's content ❣

🍚 Old Shanghai: Bilbao’s Go-To for Satisfying Chinese Eats (We Ate Here Two Days in a Row) No exaggeration—this spot was so good, we two girls went back-to-back days, ordering three dishes each and leaving stuffed. For authentic, flavorful Chinese food in Bilbao, Old Shanghai delivers, and then some. 🍤 The Must-Orders: Shrimp Dishes Steal the Show Shrimp with crispy rice : Obsession-worthy. Fragrant, crunchy, and loaded with plump shrimp—we counted 14 in our second visit. The sauce clings to every bite, balancing savory and a hint of sweetness. Easily the star. Shrimp chow mein: Just as impressive. More shrimp than noodles (no complaints!), with a smoky wok hei that tastes like home. Other standouts? Their classic stir-fries—kung pao, spicy Sichuan-style, and (hot plate) dishes—all with tender, well-seasoned meat. Personal favorite: the spicy beef—tingly, flavorful, and not overpoweringly oily. 💰 Budget-Friendly & Generous Three dishes, drinks, and a bowl of white rice came out to ~€20 per person. Portions are generous—we overordered (admittedly) but still left full. Pro tip: Scale back if you’re not ravenous—you won’t miss out. 🌟 Bonus Perks Friendly staff: Attentive and quick, even when busy. Great vibe: Clean, bright, and popular with locals (lots of foreigners dining here, which is always a good sign). Prime location: Tucked near Ledesma Musikariaren Kalea, right by El Corte Inglés (Bilbao’s major department store)—easy to find after exploring. Old Shanghai isn’t just “good Chinese food for Europe”—it’s genuinely delicious, affordable, and satisfying. If you’re craving familiar flavors with a punch, this is a no-brainer. We’re already planning our next visit. #BilbaoFood #ChineseEatsInSpain #OldShanghai #FoodieFinds #AffordableEats