Din Ding Dumpling House Union City

We enjoyed our first visit here. It is a modern restaurant where you write the quantity on a menu. The staff punch in the order and give you back a ticket of your order. The dishes come out when they're ready and the staff crosses the item off your ticket. We got 9 dishes. The combination chow mein was surprisingly good. The honey walnut prawn was a good portion and nice and crispy under the sauce. Their take on broccoli beef was refreshing, not boring. Someone in the reviews said the peashoots could have more garlic, and while not bad, I'd agree that they could use either some more salt or garlic. I preferred the pork xlb over the crab meat xlb. We also ordered their special golden shrimp roll. It was delicious and fresh, but it was not that special. I must be missing what makes it a special. The pig-shaped custard buns were cute and delicious. They gave us 3 different colored pigs; we wondered if they had different custard flavors but they were all regular custard. I would get them again. We would probably try their strawberry chocolate xlb for dessert next time! It was an enjoyable dinner, and we would come again!

First off the apps on the house, so freaking good really salty though. Everything we ordered was good and I believe this is a Taipei style cooking. One of my family’s go to places. Our server was super nice and friendly

We waited about 45 to 50 minutes, after we were 16th in line for a table for 2. The entire place was full but after dinner I couldn’t figure out why. The service was very rushed. We were motioned to our table with a nonchalant wave of the hand. The lemon they brought to the table still had the sticker on it. I had the shrimp and pork potstickers, the pork soup dumplings, and the bone in rib noodles. The rib was the best part of the whole meal. Very well done and seasoned very well. The noodles were good very thick and soft but the broth was very very lack luster. It brought the whole meal down. It was brown broth but it tasted like nothing. No flavor to it. We left it basically untouched, except for the rib. The potstickers were okay but the wrapper barely held together, falling apart shortly after moving it from the serving plate to my main plate. The soup dumplings were just okay as well. I have had soup dumplings elsewhere that I prefer. I thought they lacked seasoning. It was decent overall. Very hyped up to not impress me personally.

We ordered way too much as always. We only had 6 people. Everything was good. The noodle soups, pot stickers, green beans, soup dumplings, cucumber salad. The sautéed veggies could have used more garlic. Would definitely come back when in the area. The parking lot gets full since there are a lot of places to eat here.

This is 2sd visit. Food is delicious. Dry noodles bean dishes are good but a bit oily. Dumplings still the best.

Food was ok, most of the waiters were rude, we barely finish eating our last bite, they were trying to take my plate away, and right after we finished, they gave us the check right away, not just that, me and my husband were still drinking our PAID hot tea, they keep coming back to check on our check if is ready or not...3 times!!! Come on! There's nobody waiting outside for table, why rush us? Even tho there are people waiting, they shouldn't do that to your customers, super rude! And also they were dropping things everywhere, a waiter drop a plate right next to my pant and spilled a little over my pant, without apologizing. And among their workers, they were yelling at each other, for what I don't know. Because I don't speak their language, atmosphere was just wrong and noisy. I don't think I will come back just because of their service.

I have been here so many times, but this is the first time that I could review this place. During the other times we ate all the food before we could take photos of them. This place offer extremely delicious dumplings. They are so moist, and their skin is so appropriately thin. Side dishes are okay. Noodles are diabolical and can be skipped. Noodles are too soft and mushy for my taste. Service is good and quite fast. Waiters are polite. Ambiance is fine in the front, but the bathrooms are a bit tragic.

Finally got to try Din Ding and I actually really enjoyed it considering pricing is on the higher end for what's offered from what I'm used to 💸 There was no wait since we came early enough for our weekend lunch and got the last available table (nice)! We ordered XLB (piping hot, soupy, and flavorful), potstickers (crispy + juicy), garlic noodles (nutty flavor, al dente), and bok choy (honestly didn't need the bok choy but it's delicious too). Happy to come back another time to try other items. Seating is on the tight side and the lunch atmosphere is super lively.

#1 on my Belli. Been good for years. Always very busy, but best dumpling noodle house around for sure. Get noodle soups, get dumplings, duh. Stir fries are good too. Can't really go wrong with this menu. Good for larger parties (18 people or less). While waiting for a table, wander around the Daiso in the plaza.

Came on a Sunday evening- around 4-5P, had a party of 8 people and were accommodated immediately! Located in a plaza with a; grocery store, shengkee bakery, daiso, boba, burger king- plenty of parking and other options. Note: definitely see if they take reservation or come earlier because this restaurant fills up FAST Once you have put in your orders, food starts arriving at your table one-by-one SO quickly Some of the items we ordered were: honey walnut shrimp, tomato and eggs noodles, combo chow mein, sweet and sour chicken, salt and pepper prawns, spicy garlic noodles, stir fried green beans, bok choy, spinach, egg roe fried rice, egg soup, spare ribs, salt and pepper pork ribs, shumei, soup dumplings, more Needless to say, i had a little bit of everything- Not a single dish disappointed us! Everything that was suppose to be crunchy, was crunchy, all the dishes were flavorful, protein stayed super juicy, fresh vegetable stir fries Spectacular food, amazing service with the constant water and tea refills They are quite popular so come try when you can! Great place for a family dinner or a quick lunch

The food is top tier!! Comparable to DTF, but better and more authentic!! Service is extremely fast and efficient. I def recommend coming at off-peak times because it gets super busy and wait times can be long! Parking is tough and there's a lot for lots of other restaurants and Daiso. Be sure to join the yelp waitlist in advance if you're going during peak times!

Great family restaurant with excellent service! I've been to Din Ding Dumpling House in Union City many times, and it never disappoints. Their shrimp fried rice is one of my go-to favorites--perfectly balanced, not too salty, very flavorful, and they definitely don't skimp on the shrimp. On this visit, I tried the braised beef in a pot, which came with mushrooms, mixed vegetables, and potatoes in a savory sauce that was absolutely delicious. We also ordered the shrimp & loofah xiao long bao. This place is well known for their XLB, and this one did not disappoint--fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. The spicy beef brisket noodle was another highlight, with generous portions of beef and tasty noodles. If you enjoy heat, I'd recommend asking for it a bit spicier. Overall, it was a very joyful meal, and Din Ding Dumpling House will definitely remain on my list of places I'm always happy to come back to.

I arrived here for lunch on a Tuesday and was surprised to see that there was a wait! Though I'm glad because they at least have a Yelp waitlist to join and easily track your place in line through the app. I arrived with a party of 4 around 1:20 pm and the wait said around 24-40 minutes so we decided to take a stroll over at Daiso next door to kill some time and within 15 minutes I received a text saying that my table was ready and then received a call from the restaurant within a minute of the text! The food was better than I had expected. ~~Parking: The restaurant is located in a strip mall so there's plenty of parking if you're willing to walk! ~~Service: Good. It wasn't that difficult to hail down a wait staff even though we were seated in the middle of the restaurant closer to the wooden divider. ~~Best Part: XLB's. These were huge! They were juicy and the outside was cooked to perfection (I've gone to some places where it feels a bit rubbery like it's underdone). ~~Tips: Try everything you think would be good at the restaurant. The table next to us ordered noodles and the honey walnut shrimp and I could smell it and regretted not ordering it!! Though we already had left overs so we definitely would not have been able to finish all of the food. We ordered 5 items for 4 people. ~~Return: YES! Though I probably would go to the Fremont location since that's closer to me.

Did a last minute search for lunch recommendations in the area, which we were not familiar with, and the group was VERY happy with Din Ding Dumpling House! We got in with a group of 7 right before the lunch rush (there definitely seems to be an uptick in crowds 12:15-30ish. and got a table straight away. Staff are fast, if not all...warm (but isn't that the charm of a Chinese restaurant haha). We panicked when we thought we overordered, but in fact it was a good amount (with a few leftovers) and everything was delicious. We got: -2x pork xiao long bao: Very juicy and flavorful! -beef & onion xiao mai: something different and very nice! liked this one a lot more than the chicken/corn -chicken & corn xiao mai: 'sok -chive dumplings -shrimp & pork pot stickers -combination chow mein -crispy pork with peach sauce - DEFINITELY GET!!! This was so friggin good! -piggy buns - nice custard and so cute -chocolate & strawberry xlb - this was super fun and overall we enjoyed more than the piggy buns plenty of parking in the private lot. The restaurant is right next to Daiso.

Delicious food--we drive an hour and cross a bridge each way to get here! Daiso and grocery market next door while you wait. Service is very fast, and the restaurant is very modern. Lots of bright lights, fans, and you can see into the kitchen to see how the food is being made! Some food notes: zhejiang noodles are super long--use the scissors they provide. There are plenty of scallops in the seafood scallop fried rice. Finally, the garlic spinach is a yummy way to get your dose of veggies.

Food and service is so good here! Restaurant has a nice warm ambiance, and is well lit. Great place to meet with family and friends except that it can get a bit crowded. On a weeknight, we didn't make it here until about 8:25pm (they close at 9pm) but they graciously took us in. The servers and staff were friendly, patient, and helpful. They didn't make us feel us rushed but gave us time to pick what we wanted to order, and answered questions about the dishes. We've visited before many years ago and always loved their dumplings, but there is lots to choose from on the menu. This time we tried the braised beef noodle soup too. The noodles were springy and fresh and seeped in the wonders of the aromatic spices and savory beef flavor from the soup, while the beef was tender, and well seasoned. We also ordered the pork soup dumplings (usually a must when you come here). which were filled with hot soup, not as flavorful this time, but still warms the stomach very well on a cold night. For our last dish, we picked the Korean sprouts vegetable dumplings to squeeze in some veggies and were impressed how much they packed into each dumpling! Lots of veggies and not too strongly seasoned, but felt healthy and refreshing to eat. We enjoyed our meal here and would love to come back again when we are in the area.

Din Ding will always hold a special spot in my heart because I used to come weekly with my grandma. My go to items are the Pork & Crab XLB, Chicken & Shrimp siu mais and Salt & Pepper pork chops. When the XLB aka soup dumplings arrive, make sure to prioritize them before other dishes because of the soup inside the dumplings. It comes hot so just be mindful! Sauce up the XLB, bite a corner of the dough, sip the soup and eat the dumpling. The service is always good, the staff are very attentive. This is their original location so it does get packed pretty quickly. There are seating arrangements for both smaller and larger parties. There's lots of parking in the lot and they're also surrounded by businesses you could walk your food off in after.

The restaurant has a very nice ambience. It gets pretty crowded over the weekend and they take waitlist on yelp, which makes it easy to check on the table status. We tried a few dumplings and xiao long bao. The soup dumplings tasted nice and was full of soup. Chicken dumplings and pot stickers were good too. We ended with the piggy buns for dessert which are steamed custard buns. Overall a good place!

Quick seating on a weeknight with a friend. We tried a new item, twisty cucumber, along with our regular favs. Everything was delicious and came out mostly quick. Minimal interaction with our server. Good amount of food for the price. Plenty of leftover. Highly recommend the crispy pork in peach sauce!

Spacious Shanghainese dumpling eatery, plenty of different options to choose from. We came by on a busy Saturday afternoon for lunch but for a table of 2 we got seated quite quickly. Service was quick, fast to order and get water/tea out. We ordered 4 dishes; 3 dumpling dishes and 1 noodle dish. Beef Brisket Noodle Soup - Came out first within 5 minutes of ordering, extremely fast. Soup was flavorful yet light, the noodles had a great texture and a springy type of bite. Great chew to it. Beef was super tender, we both really enjoyed this noodle dish, i would say it was a smaller portion than i imagined, the bowl was big but it wasn't big in actual portion compared to its price. Pork Xiaolong Bao - Very plump and filled with soup and meaty as well. Came out piping hot, and this was great. I would say the soup inside was actually a bit bland, really did need the condiments of vinegar and ginger, but overall a pretty good XLB containing lots of soup and was hot. Enjoyed it, would get again. Fish Dumplings - Great dumplings, great ratio of filling to dumpling and was plenty juicy inside too. Fish didn't have that overly fishy smell or aroma, and had a good bite. Definitely enjoyable and would get again. Pumpkin, Shrimp, Pork Shui Mai - This was definitely our favorite dish and was surprised by how much we enjoyed it. Big pieces of shui mai, every bite was flavorful, it was pleasant to the eye seeing the curvature and plumpness of the dumplings. Great flavor profile of savory, umami, slightly sweet (in the sense of seafood) definitely a must try! I'd definitely come again, i totally enjoy the place over places like din tai fung where they serve lukewarm dumplings. This place has a great atmosphere, many large tables here, great for gathering. Will come back to try different dishes!

I know this place has a big following, and after loving their dumplings on DoorDash I thought I'd fall in love with the rest of the menu too but it was just okay. The service wasn't very welcoming. I get that it gets busy, but that's not an excuse for poor hospitality. They also cram people in. We were seated right next to a family, and I literally couldn't get into my seat until they got up to let us squeeze by. Once we sat down, it felt like we were all locked in and every time anyone moved the seats clanked and everyone felt it, so I spotted another table and asked to be moved which they were good with It. The decor was kind of cute, but the overall vibe just wasn't there. Food-wise, the crab and pork bao was a bland no for everyone I know this place has a big following, and after loving their dumplings on DoorDash I thought I'd fall in love with the rest of the menu too--but it was just okay. The service wasn't very welcoming. I get that it gets busy, but that's not an excuse for poor hospitality. They also cram people in--we were seated right next to a family, and I literally couldn't get into my seat until they got up to let us squeeze by. Once we sat down, it felt like we were all locked in. The decor was kind of cute, but the overall vibe just wasn't there. Food wise, the crab and pork bao was a bland no for everyone at the table, but the shrimp and pork bao is always a hit and still my go-to. The menu is large but has fewer dumpling options than I'm used to at a dumpling house. We tried a few other things: chow mein (good flavor but overloaded with sliced onions), sliced garlic pork skin served chilled (unfortunately had no flavor), and salt and pepper pork chops (decent, but not memorable). I'll definitely still order my favorite dumplings for takeout, but I'm not sure I'd dine in again or branch out too much on the menu.

My friend and I came over at around 6 PM on a Friday and the place was packed and had a 15-20 minute wait time. The inside was a bit crowded and the tables were placed closely to each other. The food was great, their xiao long bao came hot and tasty (what else could I ask for) and their shao mai had the right amount of savory and sweetness from the chicken and the corn. However, I was given a vinegar bottle that was loose which led to me spilling vinegar on myself and around me. One of the workers was dismissive and seemed agitated over the accident. I also understand that it was a busy time and they were dealing with a broken toilet. But that part made an otherwise good meal a bit of a bad experience.

Din Ding used to be good and relatively priced. Not the case anymore. It's been a few years since I last ate at one. Had always been the original location before there was a fire and they relocated. This was the first time that I have been to this particular location. Only the dumplings are still good but it has gone up in price. Ordered the combo chow mein. A big disappointment as it was just enough for two people to eat. They make their own noodle so that they have given more. Not worth the $18.50. Could easily gotten it somewhere else. Perhaps Baby Café which is a few doors down. Yes, it did get packed even on a Friday afternoon around lunchtime. However I wouldn't wait for a table especially when there are plenty of other restaurants in the shopping center. Nope I will not return. I would rather go to either place on Stevenson by World Buffet. At least it's cheaper and the food is reasonable.

The qishan minced meat noodles was the table favorite. The pork xiao long bao and the pork and crab xiao long bao were also really good. Would definitely order these again. I wish their water cups were bigger or if they could leave a water pitcher on the table. The restaurant is very cozy and lively when full. Everything was also clean. Don't wait until the last minute to use the restroom; there is only one women's and men's restroom.

Quick take: 7 years later Seven years later and the service sucked like it did in 2018. Food is alright. Rude staff ruins the whole vibe. I recommend eating elsewhere.

Stopped by Ding Ding Dumpling and overall had a solid experience. The two standout items for me were definitely the soup dumplings and the spicy wontons. The soup dumplings were the highlight. Thin skin, juicy filling, and a good amount of soup inside. Flavor was clean and satisfying, especially with a bit of ginger and vinegar. Easily the must-order here. The spicy wontons were also very good. The chili oil had a nice balance of heat and savoriness without being overpowering, and the wontons themselves were tender and well-filled. Service was fairly quick, and the place has a casual, no-frills vibe. More about the food than the ambiance. While not everything blew me away, the key dishes delivered, and I'd come back when I'm craving dumplings in the area. Solid choice in Union City, especially for soup dumpling fans.

Nice decor Friendly efficient staff Tasty meal We can because someone said the xiaolongbao is just as good as Ding Tai Feng. It didn't disappoint. Everything was great. Only complaint is string beans were bit salty. We will definitely come and try the noodles.

Everything was fresh and flavorful. Everything came out piping hot and the service was good too.

Walked in with no reservations for 5 people and waited about 15-20 mins. Entrance quite tight, fits about 2-4 people max to join waitlist. Food came out fairly quickly even tho it was super busy. Menu can be a bit confusing when it comes to green colored dumplings. You will see a lot of vegetables options for dumplings/buns, but it can be something else so check with your server beforehand. I ordered 2 kinds of xlb and 1 siumai,1 Mongolian beef and 1 green bean, 2 more dumplings. We messed up on the vegan dumplings due to the confusing names. It's a spacious and busy spot. My favorite dish definitely the xiao long bao and Mongolian beef. Well seasoned most dishes. I personally think it has a better variety compared to DTF since they're considered a bit under seasoned for me. They have a lot of cool traditional crystal and vases as the decor is very traditional yet cool looking. Def will comeback to try different things.

Awesome XLBs, Efficient to the point service, super crowded on a Saturday evening, but we were seated within 20 minutes for our party of three. Contemporary warm and simple interior that yet reflects its Taiwanese heritage. Our six plates came out quickly with the first arriving within 10 minutes of ordering. Pork Xiao Long Baos: The highlight at DinnDing are their Incredible pork Xiao Long Baos (XLBs) with perfect thin and malleable skin on the outside, delightful yet copious soup & tender pork filling that isn't too salty on the inside. As with any good XLB, each of Din Dong's XLBs pulls away from the steam tray nice and jiggly! Take a bite off the top and the skin presents a subtle gentle feel that delivers a playful resistance before giving way to the insides. PERFECTION!! I've been to a ton of XLB places, even the famous one, and in my opinion, the Pork XLBs here set the highest bar. 11/10! Steamed Fish Dumplings: Medium thickness skin with excellent texture, tender fish and veggie filling that doesn't smell or taste fishy at all. Best Fish dumplings we've had anywhere.. (9.95/10) Pro tip: Add a teeny bit of chili oil to the fish dumplings for an extra kick! Garlic Spinach: On point, and a nice steamed super healthy contrast to the dumplings we ordered. Plenty of diced garlic throughout. (8.5/10) Dry-Fried String Beans with Pork: That said, we've also had the dry-fried string beans with pork here, and I prefer those a bit more due to the charred wok aroma of that one. (9/10) Ok.. maybe it isn't fair comparing a steamed entree vs a fried one.. Perhaps we will order BOTH of the veggies next time ! :) Shrimp and Pork Potstickers: Tons of minced pork inside, no skimping with any veggie filler like most places. Served upside down with a beautiful crunchy thin to medium thickness crust, but a fair bit oilier than I expected. -1.0 for the oiliness. -0.5 for the lack of veggies that really DO add to the flavor. (7.7/10) Pork & Shrimp Shu Mai (8.8/10) Great taste and texture to the skin, minced pork & shrimp on the inside and topped off with a teeny tiny shrimp at the top! Pretty good.. Verdict: Our favorites are the XLBs, String Beans, Fish Dumplings and the noodle soups and plates we've had here on previous visits. Din Ding is definitely one of the top XLB places here in the Bay and is worth the drive and the wait!

If you expect this to be like Din tai fung then you are going to be disappointed like me. Took my husband and baby for Father's Day dinner. It was so packed that we had to wait a while to get seated. I called them for reservation but they said they don't take any and can't add to waitlist on Yelp as well. When we went there they asked us to add our name to Yelp waitlist at kiosk. What a joke. With a small baby in hand it was so uncomfortable waiting outside in cold. The chicken fried rice was so bad, rice was so rock solid and not cooked. I got the noodles in black bean sauce. It was alright. Dumplings in spicy sauce was fine Pork XLB was good. Ambiance and service is good

I loved this place! Even though it was busy Christmas Eve, we got sat pretty quickly. The service was quick and the food came out even more quickly. The food tasted absolutely fresh and hot and it stayed busy the entire time. Every dish we ordered had no issues with them. I want to return and try everything on the menu. Though it was crowded I never felt rushed or pressured and I enjoyed the time I had there as well as the decorations. Absolutely amazing.

Came on a Friday evening right as it opened and there was no wait. This is a solid spot for dumplings, noodles, and other bites. Service was efficient and I have no complaints there. For 2 people, we ordered the sliced potato salad, tomato egg noodle, pork xlb, potstickers, and shrimp toast. - The potato salad is a flavorful cold appetizer - I liked it but my friend didn't care too much for it. - Tomato egg noodles were very tasty. - Shrimp toast could use more shrimp but it was still very good and the sauce is tasty. It didn't feel too greasy at all the way shrimp toast can sometimes be. - Potstickers were meaty and juicy. The bottom wasn't that crispy though and was a bit thick - XLB - very good and a reason to come back here. The skin is a bit thick at the top and I'm still partial to the delicateness of the DTF version.

Guys I need help. I keep giving my paychecks to Din Ding Dumpling. Their fried rice is straight crack. It will literally make you into a fried rice degenerate. The ambience is great since you could either bring friends or family and they have tables to accommodate either or. Literally anything you try will be bomb, especially the dumplings. I think I have become one with the staff now since their food is straight crack. I'm not sure if I should be reviewing on yelp or tipping off the feds.

Place very clean. Place very busy. Had the Chicken Chow mien. Hot tea hits the spot. Staff and food 5 stars thanks again for a great time. Parking a bit of a challenge. But food is so worth it.

Get here early because it gets busy!! My group got here around 7pm on a Friday and there were quite a few groups waiting already, we couldn't add ourselves onto the Yelp waitlist on our phones and had to do it on the iPad at the restaurant. We waited 30 mins to be seated. Ordering is easy, you fill out what you want on the menu just like in dim sum. We got the zhajiang noodle, spicy chili wontons, chow mein, honey walnut shrimp, and xiao long bao. Their noodles are hand pulled so you know it's super authentic. They were perfectly bouncey and had a good chew to it. Both noodle dishes were tasty and large portions. The xiao long bao was probably the star of the show. The soup was delicious, the meat had good flavor and the skin although a little thick at the top was good all around. The wontons were a bit lackluster, it didn't taste like mala chili wontons which was what I was expecting. The honey walnut shrimp was good, but I felt like it lacked mayo on it. On the sweeter side and also a bit too tangy for my liking. And I felt like there was a lot of batter, but overall it was still good!

Really good experience at Din ding. Theres a big parking lot out front. We came around ~7pm on a Friday and there was a wait. The restaurant was full and people were waiting outside. You join the waitlist on an iPad and they give you a paper ordering form to fill out while you wait. We waited about ~20 minutes to be seated. They took our order as we were seated and the food came out relatively fast. We ordered: twisty cucumbers spicy beef garlic noodles pork xlb crab & pork xlb spicy wontons pumpkin shrimp & pork shaomai honey walnut prawns These dishes were all so flavorful and so good. This was super filling and I would come back again!!

I have been trying to eat here for a long time, and every time we come there is a long wait and I see why now. Came in for my nephews 30th Birthday with a party of 14. I called to see if they take reservations, and they do not. But the gentlemen who answer the phone was very nice and accommodating. I asked how busy they are on a Tuesday night at about 5:30pm, hes said we should be fine about that time, but also took down my name and number. When we arrived they had our tables ready, give us one big round table that sat 12 and the 4 top. Worked out perfectly. Just this alone I would give them a 5 star review. We order a lot of dishes. So all I'm going to say is that everything we ordered with the exception of the fried rice was amazing!!! Packed with authentic flavors. The fried rice was blend. I think Din Ding Dumpling in Union City is better than Din Tai Fung!!! The Twisty Cucumbers Sweet & Sour Baby Pork Ribs House Special BBQ Chicken Pork & Crab Xiao Long Bao Shrimp & Pork Dumplings Shrimp & Pork Pot Stickers Pan Fried Chives Dumplings with Scallop & Shrimp Garlic Spinach Sauteed String Beans Spicy Beef Brisket Noodles Cold Noodles with Sesame Paste Pork Chow Mein Combination Fried Rice Honey Walnut Prawns Salt & Pepper Prawns Mongolian Beef Braised Beef Brisket in Pot Piggy Custard Buns Shrimp & Pork Wontons with Spicy Sauce The service here is great, everyone kept checking on us and refill our waters. Differently a MUST try!!!

This place is actually hella good. I think I like it better than the one in Fremont, since this is the original one. We went on a Wednesday, it was super empty and was able to get a table really quick. The service was spot on and they were very attentive. The food was good, the person I was with ended up ordering because they just wanted to try a couple things. The price isnt too bad also, obviously it's gone up, but what hasnt. Overall a good experience.

My review unfortunately won't highlight any of the good dishes that they offer because it was overcome by the terrible service. We had a baby at our table and the waitresses kept putting extremely hot dishes and plates directly in front of the baby. They also rush you out your table by taking every single empty plate off the table as soon as you are done eating from it. I mean the literal second you take the last piece of food off a plate, they will rudely reach over you and take the plate. And when you're finishing up your last bite, they will push their bus cart next to your table to clean your table before you even received the check. The entire experience felt like eating with a stop watch in your face. I hope the staff can improve their hospitality.

Omg. This place was so good. I walked in and it was busy! You could tell they get good business. Wait wasn't too bad. They have a waitlist system, so you know where you stand in the line. Sat down, ordered, and the food came out so fast. Efficient workers. Everything was so incredibly fresh and flavorful. Perfect texture, balance of flavors, portions, temperature. Nothing was I had was disappointing. I was overall very impressed with the place. Definitely coming back.

We ordered way too much as always. We only had 6 people. Everything was good. The noodle soups, pot stickers, green beans, soup dumplings, cucumber salad. The sautéed veggies could have used more garlic.

I don't usually write reviews but I had dinner here last night with my 2 coworkers and we all ended up getting food poisoning The food itself was good, overhyped for sure but yea we all had food poisoning so obviously it was this place

One of our favorites and it doesn't disappoint! As usual, we ordered too much food again :) because we just love them! My favorite is the beef brisket and fried rice. Service is always fast and efficient. They're always helpful. This place is usually always packed especially on weekends. We came at a good time today an hour before their midday closing.

Great food. We ordered the salt pepper pork chop and vegetables as well as XLB. Food took a bit to come out but they were busy on a Sunday nice. Restaurant is nicely decorated.

My cousin and I went on a Monday afternoon & were seated quickly. The staff were nice throughout our time there and kept checking in on us after we placed our order, mostly to refill our water We ordered the pork XLB (my 2nd fave dish we got), the pumpkin shrimp & pork shao mai, pan fried dumpling, bok choy (I love bok choy & it was so good), and special hot oil noodle (my favorite). I would definitely recommend and it's honestly not bad for the price too!

I have always wanted to try this place and so glad I finally did. It's cute little restaurant tucked in a plaza next to the Marina Asian market. It isn't a big place so I recommend a reservation especially for larger parties. Service was pretty quick and wow the food was great! We have XLB dumplings, noodle soup, noodles with minced meat, salt and pepper pork chops and pork belly inside the buns. I honestly have no negative notes about the food. I will definitely be coming back!

We ordered to-go. Even though the restaurant was busy, the staff was friendly and quick. The restaurant itself looked very nice, and we'd love to come back and eat in sometime. We tried five dishes (one not pictured): spicy noodles, string beans, pork belly buns, xiao long bao (XLB), and salt and pepper pork chops. The salt and pepper pork chops were our favorite. We were too busy chowing down to get a photo haha. Everything was great. Here's how we'd rate each item: * Salt and pepper pork chops: 5/5 * Spicy noodles: 4/5 * XLB: 4/5 * String beans: 4/5 * Pork belly buns: 3/5 We'll definitely be back to try more!

This restaurant is located in a plaza and they share the parking lot with Daiso, Marina Supermaket, and other businesses. We were greeted and seated right away upon entering the restaurant. There was a paper menu and a pencil on the table to mark our order. We ordered the Seaweed Bean Curd, Pork Xiao Long Bao, Zhajiang Noodles, Seafood Scallop Fried Rice, Combination Chow Mein, and Vegetable Dumplings. The food came out pretty fast. As I was getting my spoon to eat the Xiao Long Bao, I realized there was some dried up food from a previous customer on it. I got kinda grossed out. The Seaweed Bean Curd wasn't very vinegary. The sauce for the Zhajiang Noodles were flavorful. Xiao Long Baos had thin skin and kinda soupy, which we enjoyed. We liked the tobiko in the Seafood Scallop Fried Rice. The Combination Chow Mein was greasy, which was expected. The Vegi Dumplings were kinda on the bland side. After dining here, we were very thirsty and had dried mouth for the rest of the day. They sure used lots of MSG.

One of the best food spots in the Bay Area! This is always my go to rec for Chinese dumplings in the Bay Area. (Dare I say better than Ding Tai Fung at Valley Fair...) I really liked their pork XLB: they're super juicy and have the perfect layer of thin skin surrounding the meat. I also really enjoyed their special hot oil noodles: the noodle had a nice chewy + bouncy texture to them, while the sauce had a great ratio of savory to spicy. Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for Chinese food in the Bay and would love to return to try even more items!

This is my favorite Chinese restaurant in east bay. They have a large variety of options and almost everything is good. Also, price range, it's not bad for the bay. Even though the wait may be long to get a table, they are very efficient at what they do and get the food to you quickly. The quality has changed over time, maybe in a not so great way, but I would prefer this over many other Chinese restaurants in the area. Soup dumplings here I also prefer since it's tasty, filled with soup, and doesn't break. Can't say the same for other places. There's also a good amount of parking. The main thing is to make sure to go earlier since there can be a long wait. The place is clean and spacious.

Our family came close to closing time and it was still a packed house. We still had choice of seats which was nice, and doesn't usually happen when it's crowded. We had pork CLB, beef brisket noodle soup, and friend rice. Everything was delicious and made super fast. We would come here again to enjoy quick food without a long line to wait (usually it's packed and a longer wait during other hours on weekdays and weekends).

Food: 4/5 Serivce: 5/5 Ambiance: 4/5 I've been wanting to try this place for a while now. It's a small, cozy dim sum restaurant with upscale art decor, located in a cute shopping strip. I came here extra early to avoid the wait. I would definitely come back! Crab & Pork XLB: 5/5 - Flavorful and Juicy XLBs. 100% would recommend this. Spicy Shrimp Toast: 4/5 - Saw that everyone was recommending this on yelp. It did live up to its expectations but it was a bit oily for me. Chicken & Corn Shaomai: 3/5 - I ordered this because it seemed to be a unique to this restraunt. Underwhelming. Egg Soup with Vegetable & Tofu: 2/5- Regret ordering this. I wouldn't recommend. I personally like soft veggies in my soup but a lot of the veggies were undercooked to my standards.

Friends and I came for lunch when the restaurant open. Within 30 mins, it was a full house. We ordered a few items to share. Must have is their soup dumplings. Pork and crab soup dumplings were delicious. Thin layer of skin wrapper filled with ground pork and crab meat. It was moist and juicy filled with soup. Tofu noodles salad was light and refreshing. It came with thin strips of cucumbers, carrots and cilantros. Def order this dish again. Stir fried green beans had a good crunch and it was really good. Thin Sliced braised beef and tendon. It has a nice texture and full of flavors. A bit spicy kick to it. Good appetizer to start with. Seafood noodles soup was not a hit for us. This is our least fave. Don't think it's worth the price. House chow mein was full of flavors and a mixture of beef, chicken and shrimp with slices of cabbage and bean sprouts. Noodles had a good chew. Friends enjoyed them.

My families go to spot to celebrate any occasion. Came here on a Sunday night and yes you need to expect a wait. This a is a very popular spot and you can't be seated on a weekend right away unless you come here early. Plenty of boba shops and shopping in the area to entertain the family while you wait. Good service and attentive staff. Food is very good and I would say comparable to din tai fung. Don't forget custard buns for dessert!

Pork Xiao Long Bao (8 pieces) - These soup dumplings were impressively large and juicy, with a delicate skin encasing flavorful broth. They reminded me of the renowned Din Tai Fung. It is a must try! Combination Chow Mein - a mix of chicken, shrimp, and pork, all stir-fried to perfection. Tastes good because of the "wok hei". It's a popular spot, so consider arriving early to avoid a wait.

I think about this place often and crave it - therefore 5 stars. Do: -green beans w/pork, perfectly cooked and seasoned, generous portions and good heat -pork XLB classic, satisfying and soupy -qishan noodles with minced pork - unctuous and nice chewy noodles - yum Skip: -XLB shrimp/loofah, stick with the pig! This was like overcooked shrimp with veg in a wrapper - very plain but tasted light and healthy Servers are actually on their game here and pretty attentive and service drive for this cuisine. They work hard it's a loud and busy place. I usually feel heavy, lethargic after meals similar to this - but they don't overdo it with the MSG here.