Dumpling Baby China Bistro

Damn. I have been looking for a good good bowl of wor wonton soup for a long time ever since the Pine Garden restaurant in Newark closed. I happen to be visiting relatives and was driving by after 9:00 p.m. looking for hot soup and a place to sit down and I saw the sign and thought well, why not? This turned out better because it was a really good won ton soup. A nice simple chicken broth, pork wontons, a lot of nice vegetables and some mushrooms, piping hot and it hit the spot. Good size wontons, not the ones where somebody puts in a half teaspoon of meat, but a nice chunky chewable soup spoon sized ball of pork meat wrapped up nice. They have other items on the menu. See the pictures below and the website itself which I intend to try in the future. While I'm not in San Francisco a whole lot, this definitely will become one of my destinations should I be in the area. Oh, and typical Geary Street parking, you might be half a block away or two blocks away but it is worth it.

Pretty darn good food. Finally stopped by after driving by for a couple of years and thinking that no one ever came here. First, it's now obvious that they do a lot of takeout business, and second, the food is really yummy. The spinach-mushroom bao bun is pretty decent, and the chicken and green bean entree has some really nice flavors happening. Will definitely come back to try more items.

the food is fine; it’s very clear all their dumplings and XLB stuff are from frozen which is fine but i’ve def had better frozen brands LOL. the eggplant was pretty solid, honey sesame chicken was good, shanghai baby noodles were a good texture! best thing this place has to offer is portion size/value, but flavor wise it’s quite mid </3. not really any indoor seating; just designed for takeout!

one thousand times YES. came here for proximity purposes... but honestly might eat here for the rest of the trip and thankfully we can eat it again because the portions were HUGE and it barely looked like the 2 of us made a dent after stuffing our faces. the crispy honey sesame chicken is deliciously crunchy and addicting... shanghai chubby noodles hit the spot... and the crab cheese rangoons were packed with cream cheese and flavor then fried to perfection. the sauce on the chicken is made to order and wish we would have requested more- it's delicious!! definitely a good spot for take-out, since there aren’t many options for sitting inside. i cannot say enough good things about this place... all i know is that we'll be coming back.

Clean kitchen, awesome food, open late… what more do I need to say? Try the walnut shrimp

Pretty solid stop for some quick Chinese food. We tried a number of things and all of it was solid. The Bao Buns look so perfectly formed that they could be straight from a frozen package. The Har Gow were our favorite dumplings, and the Four Seasons Chow Mein was really good and the quantity was generous.

I love this place. They’re always so kind, While it’s super simple it’s pretty decent clean and definitely don’t go for the atmosphere so I just didn’t want them to have less than five stars cause they always are so kind and their food is always so good.:-)

This place has the best soup dumplings I've ever had, and everything else I've ordered from here is solid as well (I live nearby and it's my go-to spot! I love that you can see the chefs making the dumplings by hand in the back through the glass partition. Service is efficient and friendly. Never a wait time, and a great place to go with a larger group and eat family-style!

I was in SF and wanted hot n sour soup since the weather was on the cold front. Looked up this place, was easy to get there and found parking right in front. Im sure it gets busy and parking may be a challenge. I arrived around 4-5pm ish Small lil place, clean. They have a kiosk where you order and pay. They provided hand sanitizer . I didn't get a receipt but I think they text it to you? I just screenshot my order/payment. FOOD: Large portions, the hot/Sour soup was served hot and tasty. Had too much green onions for my taste. Still was delicious General chicken was fresh, med-lge pieces. I burnt my mouth trying to eat it . Chow mein noodles with pork, this was my favorite. thick noodles, all tasted fresh, just not too oily/greasy ! Ima be back for sure!

Food is pretty standard but generous portions and good value. The mapo tofu came out super hot and was really well seasoned, actually one of our favorite dishes. The honey chicken sauce itself is sweet, salty, and aromatic but the chicken was a bit overcooked/tough. Not ridiculously dry but certainly not as juicy as you'd want it to be. We also liked the chubby Shanghai noodles; they aren't the most flavorful but we really enjoyed the chewy and thick texture of these. Soup and boiled dumplings were kind of lacklust, passable but not something we'd eagerly get again. Overall, it's decent Chinese food with good value. I'd definitely get it again as an easy and inexpensive bite.

TLDR: great human:human interaction / service, minimalist "dine in" experience (no complaints, just nothing fancy, and primarily self service), not my favorite dumplings out of all the options in the city, but given the convenient location that day, glad we gave it a try. Longer: We were house/cat sitting for a friend and had a hankering for dumplings. Dumpling Baby was less than 0.5mi away and it was a beautiful day for a walk, so off we went to Geary Blvd. Upon entering, we were greeted warmly by someone behind the counter and when ready, we ordered from an iPad in front of the register. Then we grabbed some plastic utensils, cups of water, and a table by the window. The table had (Kraft) sweet & sour sauce, soy sauce, and sriracha iirc. Food came out as it was ready (vs all at once), which I appreciated because I was starving xP. The food hit the spot good enough, but I suppose our ultimate downfall was having expectations for Shanghai style dumplings we've had lately at a few other spots around town, which these were not. We bypassed XLB for dumplings in chili oil, which were good, and not very spicy, but in hindsight, wish we tried the XLB so we could compare apples to apples. Our favorite dish out of everything was the chubby noodles, though I wouldn't complain if they double the garlic. The spinach was a nice compliment, and made me feel good since we were eating at least one green thing. Our order: Crab Cheese Rangoons (蟹角) 10 pieces $10.00 'Shu Mai' Pork & Shrimp Dumplings (烧卖) 8 dumplings $11.00 Dumplings in Chili Oil Sauce (红油抄手) 10 dumplings $13.00 Chubby Shanghai (上海面) $16.00 'SJB' Pan-Fried Pork Dumplings (生煎包) 8 pieces $12.00 If we stop in here again, we'll def get the chubby noodles and try the XLB.

As many have mentioned this place is better for take out as there's not a lot of space to dine in and only give take out plates even if you are dinning in. You place your own order don't really get any help from the servers as they are cooking/ prepping other orders. Which is fun but some acknowledgment when arriving to any place is always welcomed. I was shocked with the price range. We paid almost $75 for items pictured. The chubby noddles were decent had a sweet flavor, Kung pao chicken had okay flavor but wasn't spicy same with a sweet flavor. I was really hoping the dumplings were going to be good but as many have mentioned they tasted as if they were frozen but unfortunately didn't have any flavor. Overall the entrees were not to bad but the dumplings were disappointing. If they can improve the recipe and get some more options for dipping sauce there have some potential.

We've frequented Dumpling Baby China Bistro a few times during the COVID pandemic for takeout, and they've been consistently good with food. So a few weeks ago, we revisited and dined inside. Interior hasn't changed much, except for the two added bench style tables for dining in. You order from a tablet regardless of dining in or taking out, so there's little interaction with the staff. A staple dish is their crispy honey sesame chicken. It's sweet, savory, sticky, and crunchy-- a nightmare for your teeth, but so so so good! I'm a fan of noodles, so their chubby noodle dish is also a personal favorite. Keep in mind when dining in, the food is served in compostable plates/bowls. If you have leftovers to take home, just ask for a lid. Their choice of tableware is strange, but at least it's easy cleanup. There were a lot of to-go orders for pickup and/or delivery, so although there are tables for dining in, the restaurant isn't much of a dining in place. Nevertheless, I'm happy to see they've survived the pandemic because they're my go-to place for some greasy westernized Chinese food.

Ordered the Shanghai noodles with added beef, as well as the pan fried dumplings. The portions are incredible and the food hit the dim sum itch that I have been having. I ordered for take out, but the inside seemed clean and organized. I had minimal interaction with the staff, but the guy at the counter was friendly and quick. I will for sure be back

Great place to get to go dim sum. The noodles are good. I only wish they had a sit down option that was okay to do.

I have been trying to support you since forever. So glad I was able to visit today. Quality/Quantity - Small simple menu done well. The best part was that it transported well also as we took it to-go. Chubby Shanghai Noodles - These are my favorite noodles. I do not get to eat them often enough. Nice and thick, good texture, etc. Decent portions also. Dumplings in Chili Oil Sauce - Not too spicy, a mild kick. I was able to eat most of this, only 4 left over. I actually expected this to be spicier. I even added the oil to my noodles. Atmosphere - Very small local family business. Bench style seating. Self-service kiosk, counter service, self-service water and clean up. Open 7 days a week from 4pm to 10pm. Well, except today, they will close early. I did not ask why. Metered street parking, but most people double park or park in neighbor's driveways to run in and out. The neighbors must hate this... Sorry. Service - 5 stars. Friendly, courteous, and most importantly, quick. I watched them take care of a customer that was in a hurry. 7 minutes for XLB soup dumplings. That must be a record...! Price - $32; a little pricey, but that is the cost for quality. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2020; so glad you survived if not thrived through the pandemic.

Got it as celebratory takeout for myself, ordered General Tso and dumplings in chili oil. Very bare bones and simple inside; ordering online and picking it up was a breeze. I thought the price for the General Tso was kind of expensive until I saw the portion - this is definitely family style sized; it lasted me three meals total so definitely worth! Lots of veggies and chicken. I didn't change the spice level but I wouldn't say it was very spicy or anything. I would try ordering here again for more Chinese takeout!

Super great budget dim sum place in SF!! Got 20 soup dumplings and 10 crab rangoons for a little over $30. Can't beat that in today's prices. Soup dumplings: tbh more filling than soup in the dumplings. I wouldn't really consider these true soup dumplings, more dumplings with soup in them. Was still pretty tasty and the soup was HOT. Accounting for price, she's an 8/10. Crab rangoons: nah these were fire tho. Solid crispy outside with a wonderfully creamy and well flavored inside. She's a solid 9/10 also accounting for price. Regarding the inside of the restaurant, there's a few picnic bench-type seats available, but all the people I saw enter the restaurant were ordering takeout. It's not really sit down vibes inside. Not a bad thing, but don't expect a 5 star ambiance. There's also a restroom for customers which I used after placing my pickup order inside. Guy at the counter is really friendly. (: Overall 9/10 awesome budget dim sum!!

I ordered directly on their website instead of Door Dash since the appetizers were $1.80 more each and our entrees were $3 more each. Then I went to pick up to save on the $6.99 delivery fee on their website. The area is only street parking. I was able to get street parking in front of the Toyota Dealership on 22nd Ave only a crosswalk away from the restaurant at 8:50 pm on a Saturday. My order only took about 20 mins to prepare. I ordered the below: * Char Siu Bao (4) $9 * Crispy Pork Lumpia (10) $9 * XLB Soup Dumpling (10) $11 * Crispy Honey Sesame Chicken $21 * Chubby Shanghai Noodles w/ added shrimp for $3 totaling $19 The Char Siu Bao looked frozen. No hand made bao looks like that on top with a defined design. Usually, homemade ones have a rougher texture on top. The Cripsy Pork Lumpia and XLB Soup Dumpling were average but nothing too special over what I could get as frozen food at Costco. The XLB lacked soupy compared to other restaurants I've been to. The flavor of the Chubby Shanghai Noodle was fine but the noodles were a bit undercooked. They were a bit too hard. The noodles could have been boiled a little bit longer before being tossed on the wok. The highlight of my meal was the Crispy Honey Sesame Chicken. The crispy texture was perfect. I could even hear the crunch in my BF's mouth. The sauce was sweet and sticky. If I were to come back, I'd give the noodles a second chance and order the chicken again.

I met up with my friends here while visiting for work. They live in the area, but they hadn't heard of Dumpling Baby, so it was their first time, too. They're mainly a take out restaurant, but they have a few tables for dine in and waiting on your order. The owner was so sweet, making sure we had everything we needed throughout our experience. I can't say enough times how much I appreciate when a restaurant makes their dishes gluten free friendly, because I rarely get to eat Chinese food due to my restrictions. Thank you from the bottom of my gluten free heart! Everything we had was absolutely delicious and made with so much love. The crowd favorite was the General Tso's Chicken--the most unique version anyone in our group has had! I will think of this place often when I'm craving Chinese food. Thanks again for such a wonderful experience!

The food is all that matters, and it is fantastic at this cutely named restaurant. The limited seating, with some tables facing walls, initially surprised us. The room's design left me unsure whether it was solely for take-out or if guests could sit and eat. However, the no-fuss ambiance emphasized the primary focus on the food. When we asked about recommendations, the owner simply responded, "everything is good here," which wasn't overly helpful, but given the emphasis on the quality of the Chinese cuisine, customer service took a backseat. The star of the show was the food. The orange chicken featured sizable chicken chunks, and the fried rice with fresh vegetables, as well as the pork and scrambled eggs, were equally delicious. A standout was the exceptional vegetable dish. Despite the initially unclear seating arrangement, we chose to dine in. While the atmosphere lacked frills, the food was the main attraction, and that's what truly mattered to us.

DB is amazing, only complaint is that Caviar/Doordash etc don't have all of their dishes available to order online

This was a small cute place. Enjoyed the food with my friend. Dont have any complains. Service was really sweet.

Flavorless, bland, and so greasy it made my stomach upset for days. We had lots of leftovers and ended up throwing them out for fear it'd make us sick again. Don't eat there, there's no ambiance and not even any hot tea.

Dumpling Baby China Bistro is ideal for takeout or delivery due to the amount of space in the restaurant. Their onsite ordering system is 2 tablets with a grubhub-like UI so it's fast and efficient. The crab rangoons were my favorite. Crispy golden brown exterior and a creamy, rich filling in every bite. Their version of General Tso's chicken packs a serious garlic kick balanced by tangy orange sauce. The chow mein was simple and classic and I'm really looking forward to my next trip here to try the chubby noodles.

Legit authentic little shop. They have a few tables inside but mostly geared toward takeout. Owners are wonderful and super cheerful. Ordered the Bao Buns and Wor Wonton Soup with Potstickers to start. The Bao Buns were out of this world good. Absolutely perfectly made as were the wontons in the soup. Will definitely be back to place. We sat inside at one of the benches and people watched out the window as we enjoyed dinner.

First time trying here and I can say this place is better to go on there simple foods. Their XLB and fried wings is a no no. Their noodles and fried rice I recommend but it's better to go. They give you big paper bowls to use so not really a dine in place. Their service was ok. It's mostly self serve with limited seating. Overall it's an ok place and better for take out.

Was in the mood for some Chinese food while house-sitting in the city and found this place on Doordash. At first I thought it looked a bit pricey, but when I was shocked to see that the portions were pretty huge! My husband and I were able to eat our dishes for dinner, lunch the next day, as well as a little snack. When I got my order, everything was piping hot so you know it was made fresh! Chubby Shanghai: I liked the texture of the noodles, but there was something missing flavor-wise. Not sure if it would've been better had I opted to add in a protein? Dumplings in Chili Oil Sauce: Delicious with a kick! If you're sensitive to spicy foods, I would order and eat this with caution. General Tso's Orange Chicken: A classic, and my favorite dish out of the order. You get SO many pieces of chicken and I loved that some of the breading on the orange chicken was still crispy. The amount of sauce they added was perfect and not overdone at all! I think I would have preferred rice over the Chubby Shanghai Noodles since this was packed full of saucy flavor. Overall I would rate this place a 4.5 and would definitely order from them again. They don't have an abundance of dishes like other Chinese restaurants, but I think that's part of the appeal for me - especially when you're starving and don't want to think too hard about what you want to eat. You just know you want some great quality food!

Not the same as the Nanking Road Bistro. Crispy chicken used to be crispier and the sauce is different. I've given it a few chances to make it right. So sad.

I just ordered the Wor Wonton Soup for delivery and was SO in love with it that I had to immediately write a review. I have been scouring all over SF for a Chinese restaurant that serves wontons without shrimp. Not only are Dumpling Baby's wontons pork & veggies only, but it was SO delicious and satisfying. The Wor Wonton Soup came with 14 (!!) pieces of pork & vegetable wontons that are generously sized and in a clean, heartwarming chicken broth. It also came with a big box of fresh veggies & mushrooms for you to add to the soup yourself! I can't express how much this hit the spot for me on a cold day. Furthermore... a meal that is clean, healthy, delicious, and filling is so hard to find... but they nailed it!! I'm already planning on ordering the exact same thing tomorrow :) P.S. My picture does not do it justice.

Everything we ordered was perfection. The soup was super hot and delicious. Aromatic fried rice. Portions were huge. 5 stars!

This is long over-due. As vegetarians who love Chinese food, this is by far the best tasting and best value food we have found in SF. The honey sesame chicken (in tofu) is the best preparation of tofu we have ever had. Their serving sizes are excellent and we often have 2-3 days of leftovers. We also enjoy the ma pa tofu, the chubby shanghai noodles, hong kong noodles, an hot and sour soup.

Delicious food! CHECK! Friendly service! CHECK! Large portions! CHECK! I'm not on San Francisco often, however, if I have the opportunity, I'd choose this place again.

My go to Chinese place in the city great value for the money huge portions, consistency could be better, but at 8/10. Easy direct online ordering.

A cute neighborhood little eatery with freshly cooked, exceptionally tasty food. The Kung Pao Shrimp was absolutely phenomenal! I will be there to eat this every week. Now, my real disappointment came with their namesake- the dumplings. Not all dumplings are made equal. Chili oil dumplings are normally thin and flavorful. These were huge, thick potsticker like dumplings. Don't worry, the chili oil is not hot! The food is definitely flavorful, but the dumplings were such a huge disappointment that it kind of really threw the meal off for me. But, I will be back for the Kung pao!

Food hit the spot, spice was just right, soup was nice & hot! You have to try the Mongolian Beef with a side of pork dumplins We wanted a meal worth talking about, and here it is! The soup was a good ending point.

Came here looking for cheap food in the area and while the price met our wishes, the flavor blew us out the water. My only regret is not getting more food to take home. The house sauce for the dumplings is a delicious spicy sweet masterpiece. The hot buns with the condensed milk was something I never knew I needed in my life. On top of great quality, service was good too. Man working in front was nice and held a conversation with us and even scared the daylight out of us when he made a joke about how we can't get out food because we didn't save the tag. All in all this was a fantastic experience and I'll definitely be coming back

Incredible gluten free options and the service was amazing. The person at the counter was helpful and kind. I'm still dreaming about those walnut prawns!!

Vegan options! Loved this place. Went Halloween 2023 and it wasn't too busy at all. I got several dishes with my company and all were incredible. We definitely had enough to take home for leftovers. We dined in, and although it was a small spot, it was cozy and we people watched from inside, watching all the trick o' treaters. It was a good time. I'd definitely go here again when in town!

Small business, big flavor! This place is located in the corner of Geary & 2nd. I found this place on a whim, hoping to have a warm XLB while dining in but unfortunate that it's take out only.didn't look at the reviews. You enter this small restaurant and order off an iPad. It's a bit busy so ordering ahead is going to save you a lot of time. The customer service is pretty much nonexistent. You order your food and you leave. I am sure they prioritize their online orders and are more profitable this way instead of having dine in options. Can't blame em I guess.. I don't have much to say but here are some little key points. Take out only Card payment is preferred They had a variety of gluten free options and veggie options. (Don't eat the sauce if you're GF). Decently priced ($11-$16 pp) Avoid lines and order online before your arrival Parking isn't the best but that's expected in SF.

The crispy sesame chicken here is to die for. I also highly recommend the thick shanghai noodles. Friendly staff, overall great experience.

this is so delicious . Great job donethis is sooooooooo delicious and tempting plus mouth watering. i liked the food over here. Great job done

Ordered takeout on a Monday night via their website and the process was quick and easy. Picked it up at the restaurant around 20mins later and the food was ready. We got the honey walnut shrimp, cucumber salad, Shanghai chubby noodles, and garlic string beans with chicken. Everything was really good and the portions were huge! The cucumber salad was fresh, crunchy and the sauce they use tasted like a combination of vinegar, garlic and soy sauce. The honey walnut shrimp was crispy on the outside and the shrimps were big. They also didn't skimp on the sauce. The string beans were also fried really well and still had the crunch when we got home, which makes or breaks this dish. This was probably my favorite dish! The Shanghai chubby noodles were pretty standard, I wished I added meat to it though. I would definitely be back again!!

Large menu with as you would imagine a lot of dumplings which are quite good. I opted for the chubby noodles with spinach and garlic and I added tofu which was delicious. Really great tofu here excellent seasoning. Large dining area with a lot of windows. You order at the counter. Portions were huge easily feed two also seldom crowded. Recommended.

Chinese food has always been my comfort food. When I developed a gluten allergy, I thought I'd have to kiss good Chinese food goodbye forever. But this food here is SO good and so many gf options. Thank you!

Was searching for a quick bite to eat and stumbled upon this gem! It's decently priced for SF AND you get so much food! Ambiance is more like a cafe! with two small bench like tables if you decide to sit inside. I think most people order ahead and pick up. Food: The buns were way too much spinach and not enough mushroom. The shrimp dumplings and the soup were fantastic. I felt for the price you definitely get what you pay for. Also the shrimp dumplings were seasoned well! Service: Well, there's really none. You place your order and they call you when it's ready...they are super friendly, so I guess it's great. I definitely would come back.

Food was so good! We tried the chowmein, dumpling with chili oil and the orange chicken. Everything was so good. Fast service. I recommend this place.

Oh baby! Dumpling Baby China Bistro order was on a whim. I really wanted some hot and sour soup but couldn't resist ordering a few more items. I like the various vegetarian options that are normally only available with meat. I ordered through Yelp for pickup. I noticed a big price difference ordering through different apps FYI. The order was ready promptly and pick up was easy. *Bouncy boa buns were filled with greens. They were pillowy and the filling held up nicely. I was so happy to see a veggie bun option. Next time I want to try the black sesame buns. *Veggie noodles were excellent. Not greasy and had a nice variety of fresh veggies. The container was mostly filled. *Hot and sour soup was a bit disappointing because it was very thick and gloppy. I thinned it out and it tasted so much better. I know there's corn starch to thicken it but that was way too much. *Steamed veggie dumplings were homemade. They were good but a little dried out around the edges. *Sesame balls are my favorite and these were the perfect ending to the meal. I would order again because the prices are decent and the quality of ingredients are good. It's a good neighborhood restaurant for quick take out made with care.

Best GF Chinese food around for those with celiac disease. The menu is clearly marked for easy ordering and safe dining. It's such a treat to dine on the crispy sesame chicken, pork fried rice!, and various other dishes that I haven't eaten in DECADES. Thank you for the delicious food. Thank you for making the effort to figure it out.

Back again! Tried the honey sesame chicken this time and the veggies with tofu. Veggies were ok but chicken was delicious and the chubby noodles are good as always! The portions were hugeeeee. My sister and I have had it for 2 meals so far and we can definitely get another meal out of it! Delicious!!!

Dragon rice was bomb, veggie spring rolls were perfect. Great service as well! Will be back

Really nice and clean great service good food fair prices I recommend this place it's cool

Unacceptable to charge $11 for a dumpling that's not house made but from the frozen isle at a Chinese grocery store. You should put that on your menu. You even use the same steaming paper from the grocery store. Other food is pretty much similar to Panda Express but on a bad day. Not sure how this restaurant got all these good reviews. It would be a lot cheaper to buy from a Chinese grocery store and warm up yourself.

Man, this is the worst dim sum ever it's basically premade dim sum. I don't even know whether they have a kitchen in the back, but I don't know why anyone would like this dim sum. There's so many better choices in San Francisco. Who's giving these reviews? Sorry don't go here.

The food is very delicious, suitable for Asian tastes like me, the decoration is also very beautiful, and the price is reasonable. I will definitely come back.

We were in the Golden Gate Park for an evening stroll and had a craving for some spicy noodle. Saw this place in the vicinity so decided to stop by. There are a couple tables inside but it is mostly a takeout place. Ordering is rather simple using the automated POS. We ordered chubby Shanghai noodles, Wok fried chicken (substitute for beef) and char sui pork buns. Everything was delicious and portions were sufficient for two and there were leftovers. Wok fried chicken was spicy and flavorful. Noodles were our favorite as they were plump and flavor ridden. The service was quick and we didn't have to wait for long. Overall, a great find

We came here for dinner and it was amazing!!! The food was so flavorful and portions were huge, definitely a bang for your buck. The workers were also very kind and patient even with so many take out orders. Please give this place a try! There are limited places to sit but the inside was still very cute!