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Juicy pan-fried pork buns – an IG super-popular delicacy with crispy bottoms that netizens are raving about

Published: 2026-09-25 👁 100 views
Last updated 2026-09-25 — Attention all pan-fried bun lovers! The pan-fried buns featured here are an absolute must-add to your must-try list! “Old Shanghai Pan-Fried Buns” has become a super-popular food on IG recently, drawing crowds non-stop since its opening. The biggest highlight of these buns is that they’re bursting with juice...

Text by MOOK Scenic Spots / Reported by MOOK Scenic Spots Zhang Yingying
 
Attention all pan-fried bun lovers! The pan-fried buns featured here are an absolute must-add to your must-try list! “Old Shanghai Pan-Fried Buns” has become a super-popular food on IG recently, drawing crowds non-stop since its opening. The biggest highlight of these buns is that they’re bursting with juice! One bite and the rich essence of the meat filling bursts out in a flavorful soup! Absolutely amazing!

Old Shanghai Pan-Fried Buns have recently gone viral on IG (Photo by MOOK Scenic Spots Zhang Yingying)

The golden-brown crispy bottom, paired with the white, fluffy exterior sprinkled with black sesame and green onions for added aroma, delivers a juicy burst with every bite! Unlike the more common pan-fried buns found in Taiwan, those from Old Shanghai Pan-Fried Buns are smaller in size, with bottoms that are exceptionally crispy, and fillings that have the texture of soup dumplings—oozing rich, savory juices.

The texture of Old Shanghai Pan-Fried Buns is similar to that of soup dumplings, with the buns packed full of rich, juicy essence (Photo by Old Shanghai Pan-Fried Buns)

Old Shanghai Pan-Fried Buns are made in the traditional Shanghai style, using unleavened dough. The buns are then placed in a pan and slowly pan-fried. Just before they’re ready to be served, water is poured over them, and they’re steamed before being taken out of the pan. The ingredients used by the shop are fresh, purchased daily, and the buns are made, wrapped, and fried on the spot, ensuring diners get to enjoy the most delicious Shanghai-style pan-fried buns.

Old Shanghai Pan-Fried Buns are smaller in size compared to the ones commonly seen in Taiwan (Photo by MOOK Scenic Spots Zhang Yingying, same below)

Since its opening, Old Shanghai Pan-Fried Buns has attracted many foodies eager to try them, with business so good that advance phone reservations are required to secure a taste! In addition to phone reservations, the shop also has fixed daily time slots for walk-in sales, but quantities are limited—so hurry if you want to try them!

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