What are xiao long bao dumplings? A pork meatball in a flavoursome broth, all encased in a thin, smooth dough, paired with a tangy vinegar and ginger dip. Jia Jia Tang Bao, which opened in 1986, is a mainstay of the Shanghainese xiao long bao scene. There’ll probably be a queue at rush hour, but it moves fairly quickly. When you’re in, expect a straightforward, no-frills ambiance where the highlight is the food. They’ve got English menus so ordering is easy. As well as the classic pork dumplings, you can also taste dumplings filled with pork and crab, or crab and roe. Round off your meal with classic spring onion noodles, or be adventurous and try the spicy noodles.