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Mousse Au Chocolat
Sea Weed Salad
Birthday Cake
Sweet&Sour
  • Top categories (By The Glass / By The Bottle/Can / Cocktails / Hot Drinks / Draughts)
  • Most orders: £10–20
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Overview & Highlights

Situated within The Cannon Inn on Coast Road, My Shanghai Bar & Oriental Buffet is a vibrant buffet restaurant in North Shields that warmly invites diners to embark on an authentic Chinese culinary journey. The moment you step inside, you're greeted by a clean, welcoming atmosphere where the clinking of plates and subtle aroma of spices set the stage for a truly indulgent experience.

My Shanghai Bar & Oriental Buffet specializes in a rich variety of hot, flavorful Chinese dishes, all thoughtfully prepared and perfectly seasoned to delight the palate. Whether you're craving the bold umami of traditional stir-fries, the crispy textures of delicately battered delights, or a comforting bowl of steaming jasmine tea or café latte, this buffet caters to all tastes. The extensive beverage selection complements every meal perfectly — choose from classic Coca-Cola and Diet Coke, refreshing J20 juices, or unwind with a pint of Stella Artois, Guinness, or one of their many draughts such as Carling or Caffrey's.

The joy of dining here lies in the freedom to sample an array of dishes repeatedly, allowing you to dive into favorite recipes or discover new ones with each visit. Regular patrons, like Richard Hopwood, appreciate the “good selection of tasty favourites” and the value offered, especially during the Sunday night grand buffet priced reasonably at £21. Families find this spot exceptionally accommodating—high chairs and baby changing facilities ensure that little ones are well looked after while the grown-ups relish the diverse, delicious fare.

What truly elevates the experience is the consistently excellent customer service. The staff are polite, attentive, and ready to assist without ever being intrusive, making each visit feel personalized and comfortable. Andrew Richardson’s family enjoyed the “great selection of hot tasty Chinese dishes” in a tidy setting with “lovely” staff, and Newcastlers like Newcastle HB hail it as the “best Chinese buffet in Newcastle,” praising the “super all-round value.”

Dessert lovers won’t be disappointed either — a generous array of sweet treats waits patiently for you to round off the meal with indulgent delights. This buffet captures the spirit of communal dining where flavors mingle, time slows, and each bite is a celebration.

Whether it’s a casual dinner out with friends, a family gathering, or simply a craving for well-executed Chinese cuisine, My Shanghai Bar & Oriental Buffet crafts a memorable dining experience that invites you to savor, share, and return time and time again.

For reservations or inquiries, call +44 191 296 6112 and discover why this North Shields gem continues to charm and satisfy food lovers across the region.

Comforts & Conveniences

Accessibility
  • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
  • Serves dine-in
  • No delivery
Popular for
  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner
  • Good for solo dining
Payments
  • Accepts credit cards
  • Accepts debit cards
  • Accepts NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

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Visitor Testimonials (2253)

Hadn't been for a few years and thought there was still a good selection of tasty favourites. The freedom to taste loads of different dishes and keep going back for as much as you like is well worth the price (Sunday night grand buffet was £21, which isn't bad these days) Loads of dessert options too. Polite, efficient staff never far away.

Great selection of hot tasty Chinese dishes available. The whole family thoroughly enjoyed their meals. The venue is clean and tidy. The staff were lovely. Will definitely be back. Thank You

A very nice Chinese buffet restaurant with lots of well seasoned, tasty and delicious varieties to pick from. Good customer service, and delicious meals. You will always want to come back here. Great buffet restaurant. Again I visited and would now rate the customer service is a 5⭐

This is amazing and has such nice food available. All hot and ready to go. Plates are piled high here and the value for the evening was very good. Slightly more expensive for the evening and bank holiday. Have high chairs and baby changing.

The best Chinese buffet in Newcastle Great range of food. All sorted tasty. Service was excellent. Just super all round value. Highly highly recommend

Took the family out for some food and drinks. Haven't been for few years due to not having a good experience, the last time I was there. But happy to say, things has changed for the better and the food was amazing, kids loved the variety of spreads and hubby and I had a fantastic evening. Spend about £100 for 3 kids and 2 adults with drinks.

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