What to order at HeSheng Chinese Restaurant

Must order
The xiao long bao, made fresh and consistently named as the reason regulars return.
Signature dishes
Xiao long bao, Beef dumplings, Wonton noodle soup
Editor tip
The kitchen closes between 15:00 and 17:00 and all day Tuesday, and a 10 percent service charge is added to the bill.
CuisineChinese
Price$$
NeighborhoodSea Point
HoursWed-Mon 11:30-15:00, 17:00-21:00. Closed Tue.
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Address: 269 Main Road, Sea Point, Cape Town 8060

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