Dough Zone Dumpling House Cupertino

Tried this Chinese spot in San Jose and honestly, pretty solid overall. The Dan Dan noodles were chewy, flavorful, and the sauce hit that perfect balance not too salty, not too heavy. Portion size is definitely on the smaller side, but the price matches it, so it’s not too bad. Plus, it gives you an excuse to order a few more dishes to mix things up (and actually leave full). Also had the vegetarian spicy ma la noodles and those were fire spice level right on point. Enough kick to wake you up, not enough to ruin your day. Potstickers had great filling but could use a bit more crunch; they were a little too soft and greasy. Same with the green onion pancake flavor’s there, but it could’ve used that extra crisp factor. Probably just me being picky about textures though. Overall, tasty food, solid spice, and a nice variety of dishes to try. Great spot if you want legit noodles and don’t mind ordering a little extra to round out the meal.

Highly recommend Dough Zone! Great atmosphere and ambiance, lovely staff, fast service, and delicious food. In my opinion, taste is about as good as Din Tai Fung, but half the price and no wait. Brought a large group of friends over and they were so accommodating and kind (moving tables around, letting us stay a bit later, etc.) - and we only spent about $25 each, and we got a LOT of food. Will definitely be returning! The only thing is that the service isn’t great in-store, and wifi is sometimes harder to connect to. Favorites are the pork xiaolongbao and dandan noodles.

Efficient restaurant with solid execution of classics like the soup dumplings. A couple long tables for various group sizes to all sit together - so no need to worry if you’re dining alone. Ordering is done online by scanning a QR code at the table. I didn’t have great cell service inside the restaurant but you can connect to their WiFi.

Dough zone is a nice little find behind Cupertino Main St., though part of a larger chain. It has a nice ambiance and while not being a large venue has decent wait times, with the option to join the wait-list via Yelp. The food is pretty tasty with a nice variety of dumplings and pot stickers. My favorites are the pan-fried pork dumplings and sweet and sour cucumber. The only downsides here are the phone menu ordering in a building with bad reception and weak WiFi. It's taken me 10 minutes sometimes to get the page to load and be able to start placing orders. The staff is fairly attentive, but maybe due to the digital ordering system it feels like something is maybe missing from the sit down experience. Overall a good find and we've visited a few times already, also the pricing is really good. I fed a family of 6 without holding back and we all left full for under $200. There's something that can't be understated about leaving with both a happy stomach and a happy wallet!

Modern chic dumpling and noodle restaurant. Good selection of classic Chinese dishes. Order through QR code app. WIFi assistance would have appreciated. Dishes came out quickly. Good crunch on Kale salad. Wait staff helpful and friendly.

My family and I visited Dough Zone on a Friday afternoon around 1 PM. Since it was a weekday, it wasn’t too busy, creating a relaxed vibe for our lunch.We ordered all three lunch specials (A, B, and C), which included drinks, and we all got the ube drink. We also added a ramen dish to share. Ordering via the QR code on the table was quick and easy, and the food arrived fast. The dumplings in the lunch specials were juicy and flavorful, perfect for satisfying our dumpling craving. The ube drinks were a fun, refreshing touch. However, the ramen was mediocre, lacking the bold flavors we hoped for compared to the dumplings. The service was efficient, and the atmosphere was cozy and casual, great for a family meal. The lunch specials were reasonably priced for the portion sizes, but don’t expect a high-end experience. Overall, Dough Zone is a decent spot if you’re in the mood for dumplings. I’d give it 3.5/5 stars and would return for the dumplings and lunch specials, though I’d skip the ramen next time.

This is the worst version of pandemic food ordering: 4 wifi networks, none of which match the name of the network and password on the wall. Bad cellular signal (two phones: 4g and 5g). Still couldn't get the Wi-Fi to work. Fortunately was able to fall back to xfinity wifi... Food was fine, but no attention from the wait staff (even when we were briefly the only ones there at lunch time), e.g. no water refill offered. Also initially brought a different tables order to ours (not an issue, but just one more thing...). Place should move elsewhere (I think the whole row of restaurants has network issue), get cell repeaters, or do a different ordering approach.

Not crowded on a Thursday evening at lunch time. Food comes out fast. Prices are low but portions are also on the smaller side

The food was so good we had to order multiple rounds and even then, the price was incredibly reasonable Clean and modern setting with nice waiters that make you feel at home!

The most delicious meal I've had in the bay, service was so kind and really took care of us.

Very good service and variety of Asian taste. Must try location in Cupertino. Reasonable pricing as well. Their lunch combo is my favorite.

Ambience: Dough Zone is a family friendly place to gather with friends and family. There is a bit of everything for everyone Service: The staff is very friendly and checked in often. Food: The food is delicious and made to order. The price and value is unbeatable for the Bay Area. It's rare to have items under $10 and everything hits the right spots. Overall, I had a great experience at DZ Cupertino. If you are not sure, go ahead and give it a shot. Date of Visit: 6-7-24

Service Sorry, server was rude and was not cordial...we almost left the restaurant Charged for a coke not ordered Almost charged for a dish we did not asked for from the beginning Ambience Pleasant, airy, no problem food 3 strike, was either salty, bland, or okay Recommendation If you have time, cook at home, it will be much better

this place was amazing!! my partner and i walked in late, around 8:20pm & they graciously took us in (they close at 9). we ordered quick, food was served soon after, and they notified last call around 8:45. we asked if it'd be okay to place a second order of Q-baos, and again, they graciously took our order. we ended up staying till 9:15ish and then made our exit (after tipping well, of course). food flavor was authentic & portions were filling. the noodle portions mighttt have been on the smaller side, but it makes for a good pairing with other dishes anyways!

Considering how I'd already been to their location in San Mateo, there are two ways to look at coming to this Dough Zone. On the one hand, it's pretty redundant since I've already tried a bunch of their dishes and could've tried something entirely new. On the other, it makes perfect sense since I already know the food is going to be good. Clearly, I fall in the latter camp. In fact, I even doubled down and came back a second time! What can I say - if the food is good, why wouldn't I want to enjoy more of it?? By comparison, this place doesn't feel quite as large as their sister location, but there's still a decent amount of seating inside (and a lot more parking nearby). The first time we came here, there was actually a few groups who walked in just before us and we still got seated pretty quickly. Perhaps more importantly, though, the menu looked exactly the same - a collection of small bites, dumplings, wontons, potstickers, noodle dishes (both dry and soupy), vegetarian dishes, and house specialties. Plus, knowing that the portions aren't huge (but priced proportionately), we ended up getting to try even more dishes! -- PORK WITH SHRIMP POT STICKERS...$6.95 Ehh...this was just okay. While I like how they served this with a huge skirt (the crust), the filling was super heavy on chives. Not bad if you like it, but kind of a shame otherwise, as the filling actually tasted pretty decent. -- PORK WONTON WITH CHILI SAUCE...$6.95 This was a little disappointing, but not because it was bad. Rather, it just wasn't as good as the one I had at their San Mateo spot. While I liked that it had a bit more chili sauce to it, the filling wasn't quite as flavorful (though still fairly plump). -- PORK WITH CRAB MEAT XIAO LONG BAO...$8.95 We had this both times we were here, but I have to admit the first one we had was better, as the filled had a stronger crab taste to it. Still, that's not to say it was bad the second time - the skin had the perfect thickness, the filling was meaty, and there was just the right amount of soup inside. -- SPICY BEEF SANDWICH...$6.95 I was really curious about this after seeing it mentioned in so many reviews, but fell flat for me. Although I really liked the bun (pillowy soft) and how well the beef was seasoned, the meat felt dry and gristly, like dry corned beef. -- FRIED WONTON W/ CHILI SAUCE...$6.95 Where the boiled wonton and potsticker fell short, this succeeded. The skins were only lightly fried and not super oily but the filling is what really won me over - just as plump as the boiled one but tastier and juicier. Would def recommend. -- NOODLE WITH MINCED PORK...$7.50 Took a chance on getting this over their Yi Bin or Dan Dan Noodles again and it was actually pretty good. I do wish there was a bit more of the minced pork and sauce, I liked the pickled long beans, as they added a nice tanginess to the dish. -- BEEF STEW NOODLE SOUP...$9.95 Just as solid here as at the other Dough Zone. I still don't get why they don't cut the romaine, but I really like how tender they get the chunks of beef and that the broth is decently flavorful without being super oily/heavy, though it could be a little richer. Much like with their other location, service here is pretty decent, albeit more efficient than overly friendly. The workers are all nice enough, but where the staff really shines is in how fast everything comes out. Not long after putting in our order both times we were here, our food started coming out within a matter of minutes. However, despite how swiftly everything moved, it never felt like the staff was trying to rush out so that they could turn the table over, which was much appreciated. Given how they're a small chain (based out of Seattle), Dough Zone definitely feels a bit more commercial than mom-and-pop. However, that's not to take anything away from them - it's just that they're closer to the likes of Din Tai Fung than your small, neighborhood shop. And while I do think that the food is great here, DTF is still a bit better and have a slightly more interesting array of dishes to offer. However, when you factor in how there generally isn't a line here, Dough Zone is definitely a viable alternative for something that's both tasty and far more convenient!

With so many dumpling choices out there nowadays, it's easy to overlook this tasty option. I've gotten take out from here before but it's nothing compared to each hot bite when dining in. A friend and I stopped by on a Thursday night and were seated immediately. Fill out a paper menu located on the table. Service was prompt and each item arrived individually as soon as it was cooked. Be careful not to burn yourself with XLBs! Eats: *Pan Fried Q-bao *Pork XLB *Chicken Potstickers *Veggie Potstickers *Sweet n Sour Cucumber *Onion Chive Pancake *Hot & Sour Clear Noodles XLBs were solid! Soupy and savory. The dumpling skin was delicate but didn't break too easily. Pan fried q bao was juicy on the inside with a soft, chewy exterior. Chicken potstickers were crisp, almost snowflake style with so much flavor. My friend enjoyed the veggie version too. Some type of vegetable was mashed and a lightly spread on the inside of the potsticker before being topped with carrots and other veggies. Spiral cucumbers were really sweet with the tangy kick of rice vinegar. Modern interior in shades of black and white. Restrooms are located on the left side. There's an asymmetrical triangular table at the front right side that's kinda cool. I'd come back for quality dumplings!

Ever since I was introduced to Dan Dan noodles in NY, my goal was to find something similar here in the Bay Area and Voila - my wish was answered and how! Dough zone has just the perfect Dan Dan noodles that can be my go to whenever I crave for them. The quantity is just perfect and flavors are on point. Love the tongue numbing spice in it which is not over powering. I also tried the chicken and veggie dumpling which was very well cooked and stuffing was soft and tasty. Lastly, also tried the vegetarian Ma la spice noodles which were true to their name (really spicy) gave that tingling feeling on the tongue. But, nothing can beat the Dan Dan noodles. The servers were attentive and helpful also the vibe was good.

I've gone here at least 10 times before writing this review. No one has a better Dan Dan noodle than dough zone, hands down. The spice and the flavor and portion are all unique to dough zone. Everywhere else I've gone has peanut butter noodles. Their XLBs are reasonably priced for 8 pieces and consistent in quality. I know I'll be happy with these XLBs no matter when I order the (morning, midday, night), which can't be said to other places. Love their pig ear, Q-Bao, wontons, steamed and fried dumplings--literally everything on their menu. My absolute favorite thing about dough zone is that I can order many dishes and get variety without spending too much or ordering too much (quantity). For the ambiance, it has a sleek/modern look, so it feels clean. One of my favorite places to go!

We have a puppy and they don't have outdoor seating so we ordered to go, the food was quite good and the price is very reasonable for Silicon valley standard. Recommend trying beef sandwich, the name doesn't give justice, it's also known as Taiwanese Hamburger, and their creation is quite good.

I recently visited Dough Zone and was thoroughly impressed! The dan dan noodles are excellent, with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options that cater to diverse tastes. Their dumplings are also very nice, flavorful, and well-prepared. My only suggestion would be to add more appetizers and incorporate more vegetables into the noodles. Overall, a fantastic dining experience that I highly recommend!

I like how convenient and easy it is to eat at doughzone. The check in is smooth and food is always consistent

Good comfort food, tasty too, service also fast n good, Good ambience. Would like to come here again

We visited their Seattle downtown location several times and thought it a good choice for no-frill Chinese. This one is very similar, probably slightly higher in food quality. The sliced beef has a texture similar to sliced pastrami. They used it in "Beef Sandwich" （大嘴牛肉包）we chose the non-spicy version and it was quite satisfying. The go-to orders of Pan Fried Ground Beef Cake 牛肉餡餅 was with ground beef, bun fried both sides just crispy enough. The squirting juice was excellent. Q-Bao 特色煎包 was pretty much the same as prior, fried only one-side. This dish was supposed to steamed and fried, but I think they did only frying. Pan Fried Chive Dumplings 韭菜盒子 was flavorful, nicely seasoned, and the shell thin and crisp. Very well done. The Zucchini Shrimp dumpling (steamed) 青瓜鮮蝦蒸餃 was very nicely done. Will make it our standard order. Overall, excellent go-to no-frill Chinese.

Came for lunch on a Friday afternoon. Very kind and patient service ~ Everything we tried was delicious and fresh :)

I've been here twice, so now I'm an expert on the place. The first group of friends thought it was overhyped. The critics bemoaned how expensive it was for the quality and ambiance. But hey, we all had fun. And my second time with family--they scarfed it up without complaint. The xiao long bao, or XLB, or soup dumplings, were good. At $9 per basket, they'd better be good! But yeah, they were fresh, hot, and full of steaming juicy soupy pork and veggie fillings. The pan fried dumplings were good too. Slightly bigger, more crispy, and similar pork stuffing. The kale salad seemed like a non-traditional concoction. Not sure if they eat a lot of kale in traditional China. Yet it came in a surprising large bowl, piled high with kale tossed in sesame dressing. Good, and even better when dipped in the cucumber appetizer sauce, which leads me to... The cucumber appetizer, spiral sliced in red chili oil. It wasn't spicy at all, just a spicy like flavor. A crunchy crowd pleaser, even for the big meat eaters. The veggie dumplings were beautifully presented, with some crispy batter crust. The filling, however, was anemic. I don't recommend this place for folks who don't eat meat, or even pork for that matter.

Hadn't been back to this location in a while and decided to dine here on a Friday night. Put the name on waitlist on YELP when we were leaving the house (10 min away) and by the time we got there, we were the first party of waiting list. We ordered a variety of steamed dumplings, Dan Dan noodles, kales and sesame, pan fried scallion pancakes for dinner. We love their Dan Dan noodles and wish the serving was a bit larger!! The kale is super healthy and tasty and the dumplings are all great to try. Never disappointed here!! Will be back when in the mood for dumplings again.

This is my favorite dumpling restaurant in the bay! I always get it DoorDash at work and I love going to eat there. The place inside is well kept and the vibe is great! The Dan Dan noodle is my absolute favorite. It's flavourful and the amount is perfect. The service was also great! Will definitely always be back!

First time trying Dough Zone! Self-service order and the food came pretty quick! If I had to rank in order the items that we had: 1. Dan Dan Noodles 2. Pan fried pork bun 3. Xiao long bao 4. Pot stickers 5. Green onion pancakes Highly recommend the top two items!!

When I'm craving delicious dumping and things dough zone is always a great choice! Some of my go to are the dan dan noodles, cucumbers, pork and crab Xiao long baos and the steamed pork buns! Great customer service and atmosphere!

I've been here plenty of times since it has opened and this is a very casual and easy go-to spot for your dumpling cravings! My favorite items to order are: - Soup Dumplings - Pork and Shrimp Pot Stickers or Beef Potstickers - Fried Wonton w Chili Sauce - Sweet and Sour Cucumbers

Unfortunately they were out of chicken soup dumpling, which is a main reason for coming! That being said the food was overall tasty- ordered their spicy noodles and green onion pancakes. Prices were reasonable and convenient location.

Tasty! Delicious! Filling! Sweet! Savory! Green! Fresh! Definitely a must try. They gave us more than expected.

very good service yummy food fast serving time, the food is very affordable while also tasting great

One of my go-to spots for dimsum and I have become a regular here since it opened. My favorites here are the different variations of XLBs, wontons dipped in chili oil, the beef pancake roll, the cucumber appetizer and the Dan Dan noodles! You have to order on your phone and food comes pretty fast. The restaurant is always full but I've never had to more than 15 mins to get a table before. Overall, a solid dimsum spot in the south bay!

Nice place. Very good service and suggestion. Dumpling looks large and tasty. Lunch comes with milk tea

Second time here and brought my hubby along. Ordered the salad - dressing was a little on the sweeter side but it was still sooo good. We ordered the fried bun, xlb, and shrimp dumpling - all delicious and came out piping hot!!! The dan dan noodles were also a big hit. I also had the wonton soup- pretty straightforward. We ordered the beef roll (?) but were too full to eat it and had to take that one to go. lol. The service was great. Nice lil place. Gonna add this to our go-to places.

Great taste of pancake and steam buns. One of my daughter's favate places. Not much people during workday noon.

Super tasty food. Excellent service . Highly recommend Q bao and banana Naan bread. Surprisingly tasty food and amazing attention to customers.

Went here on a Saturday around noon, and for a party of five, we got seated right away. I was able to wait in line on Yelp as well, but it said the current wait time was less than 5 minutes, which was correct. There is parking all around the area, so as soon as we entered the parking lot, we found a spot. When we sat down at our table, we scanned a QR code, ordered and paid from there. Beef stew was really good and flavorful. (5/5) Dan Dan Noodles were OK and had a nice spice to it. (3/5) I'm not sure what else was ordered by the group, but the food was good, except the Dan Dan Noodles is not something I would order every time I go. The place felt authentic and had nice music playing.

Love the Dan Dan noodles here, it is definitely a good "go to" meal when I'm in town and looking for something savory and mouthwatering. Wish the portions were bigger and wished they had some protein in there. Would come back and would recommend

Great service and prices, food comes out fast too. Also compared to din tai fung the bang for your buck is so much better here

I've wanted to try Dough Zone for a long time because it looked like a modern and aesthetic take on Asian food. The food was pretty good, but it was not as authentic or flavorful as I was hoping for. FOOD [4/5] ---------------- + Spicy Beef Pancake Roll [6/5] :D Would definitely recommend this one! It's really flaky, buttery, and flavorful but not unbearably spicy. The meat has a slight mala (numbing) kick and it's very enjoyable. Good portion size for the price. + Beef Noodle Soup [3/5] I appreciated the portion of meat in the noodle soup. Unfortunately, I didn't really like the noodles (which are on the tougher side) and the soup was not flavorful. + Pan-Fried Pork Q-Bao Buns [4/5] The crunchiness OH MY. Such a buttery crust on the bottom! The soft bun dough was a little bit of a strange contrast to the crunchy crust. The meat was flavored well but the bun inside was a little soggy instead of soupy. + Pork Wontons with Chili Sauce [4.5/5] These were so flavorful and delicious!! I would definitely recommend if you're okay with paying $$ for a small portion. Perfectly spicy, juicy, and soft. I was only a bit sad that there were so few and that they were so small. :( SERVICE [4/5] ------------------- You order your food through a QR code. Our service was not very friendly or attentive (we got seated and that was it).

Love every thing here. Food quality is good, service has always been fast when we have come here . Restaurant always seems to be clean and well kept.

Really good and accommodating service, easy to understand menu, and really good foods! The drink options aren't plentiful, but all the available options are worth trying out. The location is also really convenient, as it's located near several other food and drink options, which make for a good afternoon or evening out of the house. Below are some pictures of the foods and drinks, including the house special Q-Bao and plum juice. Dough Zone is definitely worth checking out if you're in the area and looking for a comforting dining experience!

This place looks amazing! Very clean and seems boojie and expensive but the price is very cheap. Service was great and tasted awesome.

My friend and I came here after work on a weekday, and we had a great experience! The soup dumplings were amazing. 10 out of 10 would recommend

Amazing food and service. Really reminds me of Taiwan food back home and affordable pricing! The XLB is one of my favorites here and in the area.

This is one of the favorite places my kids like to come for XLB and the crispy pan fried won tons. The staff is friendly and the food is good. It isn't overly expensive because the portions aren't that big but it lets you try multiple dishes.

I loved the ambiance, I liked the warm lighting. The service was fast and they came out with all our 5 dishes pretty fast. The food was super filling and good portions as well!

Food was incredible, my favorites are the pork xiao long bao, green onion scallion pancakes, chicken potstickers and noodle with onion soy sauce. Highly recommend.

Food and service is awesome vegetarian mala noodle highly recommend! Sweet and sour cucumber also recommend!

The best casual dumps I've had to date. It's better than XLB Kitchen, solid and delicious but not quite as good as DTF. It rests right in-between but leaning towards DTF. All of the fillings are spectacular but what separates good to great is of course the dough quality. It basically melts in your mouth while still offering texture and feel. Our favorites in order: -Pork dumps with chili oil -Chive dumps -XLB We got so much food and our bill was $37 bucks. I feel like they could raise the prices and still be in fair game. Venue itself is medium sized, great for families of 4, larger parties can fit but only to an extent. Super solid spot I haven't tried while visiting home. It will now be our go-to.

I had this place in Seattle and was excited to try it in the Bay Area. I prefer the Seattle location over this but glad they are doing well & expanding. Came for dinner around 545 before the rush and the service was quick. We tried various dishes since they were appetizers even the noodles but overall good. 1. Ground beef cakes - very similar to the pan fried XLBs but the filling is beefy... not sure if I'd order this again. I'd order the pan friend XLB instead of this. 2. Nonspicy beef pancake roll - This was good mix of meet & veggies 4/5 3. Beef noodles & green onion pancakes - nothing special, still good 3.5/5 4. XLB - although I've had better at other places, this may be the highlight of the meal and it's very soupy - 4/5 5. Five spiced beef shank - it's shredded, I was expecting more like slices but the flavors are good 3.5/5 - I wouldn't order this again bc I'd prefer slices than shreds

I'd come back for the beef pancake roll. It was flakey, flavorful, and meaty. Same goes for the green onion pancake. I was a bit disappointed by the rest of the meal like the pan fried dumpling which was not juicy and not fried crispy enough. The noodles were good but I wanted more flavor and garnish. I didn't get to try the soup noodle so I'll get it next time. The interior decor was nice and modern but we got seated in a pretty underlit corner of the restaurant. It's a nice place for families, friends, and dates.

Super fast Service you scan the QR code that's on the table and basically order and check out on the same website. The food I got : beef dumplings -pan fried & Dan Dan Noodles My work bestie got steamed chicken dumplings and Ma noodles . + Coca Cola Ambiance the inside seating doesn't have the best Wifi connection to remedy that fact there's paper taped up on multiple walls with Wifi server name and password to connect to there personal servers. I have to applaud the servers because it was really that fast

This place is ok-- definitely not as good as DTF (I find the dumplings are thicker than DTF), but it might satisfy cravings in a pinch because there's hardly ever a wait here. When I go here though, I order the pork & shrimp xlb, pork potstickers, chili oil wontons, yi bin noodles, green onion pancakes or the green onion pancake beef rolls.

The best part for me personally was the potion of the food! It's not too big so it's reasonably priced. You can try many different things at once with your friends or family members. My friend and I had the spicy beef sandwich, the XLB, the dan dan noodle and the hot and sour clear noodle. Total was like $33! We were both happy that we got to try 4 dishes at once. Service was fast and efficient. Nice and friendly workers!

Everyone has mixed reviews of this place - it's more casual, non-traditional Dim Sum - is how I like to think about it, and an easy place to go to quickly. I personally have a good experience every time! I love the convenience of QR code ordering, and food comes out fast. I typically go for the XLB, Har Gao, noodles, various potstickers/dumplings and sides. Taste is pretty good, portions are decent (though not amazing if you're looking for value). I'd pick this spot to take someone new to Asian cuisine if they're okay with a bit of fusion!