The 16 Best Dumpling Spots In SF - San Francisco - The Infatuation

"If you crumble at the sight of a giant menu, Today Food in Chinatown will put you at ease. There are just three types of dumplings served at this small Shanghainese spot, and they're all equally delicious. Go for a few trays of boiled and pan-fried versions, or opt for some swimming in a hot bowl of soup. No matter what you order, you’re guaranteed generous mounds of chicken, shrimp, pork, or vegetables, all wrapped in a thin, chewy casing that clings to the filling like it just stepped out of a fitting room. Fill a saucer with soy sauce and black vinegar for dunking, and ready a stack of napkins to catch the juices that escape." - julia chen 1, lani conway, patrick wong