Dumpling Generation

Chinese restaurant · Edmonds

Dumpling Generation

Chinese restaurant · Edmonds

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23830 Hwy 99 #115, Edmonds, WA 98026

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Unfussy restaurant serving handmade steamed buns & noodles, plus hot pot & other Chinese dishes.  

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23830 Hwy 99 #115, Edmonds, WA 98026 Get directions

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23830 Hwy 99 #115, Edmonds, WA 98026 Get directions

+1 425 678 0806
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"Dumpling Generation serves up excellent northeastern Chinese dishes. Most prominent on the menu, and on diners’ tables, are baskets of steamed dumplings and bowls of mixed noodles. In addition to the jiaozi (dumplings), discerning diners here seek out the baozi (steamed buns) stuffed with pork and glass noodles. The restaurant also has a standout dish called luan dun, which translates to “chaos stew,” coming with braised pork belly, potatoes, eggplant, green beans, and more." - Jay Friedman

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"Steamed dumplings and bowls of mixed noodles are the specialties at this well-regarded Chinese restaurant in Edmonds. Discerning diners also seek out the steamed buns stuffed with pork and glass noodles. Made-to-order items and frozen dumplings are both available for takeout." - Eater Staff

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Sophia Dang

Google
We tried their Pork Ears, Braised Pork Hot Pot, and Pork & Chives Dumplings! We loved how fresh and filling everything was, and how sweet the employees were! We will definitely come back to try more dumplings and more of their dishes for dinner. Their homemade chili oil was also spectacular!

Ryan Loves Sushi

Google
Favorite dumpling spot in Snohomish/King County! Red vinegar and hot sauce make them dance on your tastebuds. The cold dishes are superb, especially the spicy shredded potato! Yum!

Ankitha Kulkarni

Google
I’ve found my new favorite place to eat vegan dumplings and hot noodle soup with fresh veggies & soft tofu. The place is kind of hidden, but amazing. It’s a family owned restaurant with welcoming staff. The Auntie and Uncle here are so friendly. I was also happy to learn that they make all their noodles in the house. It tasted delicious. Space is neatly maintained with easy order placing options. Everything tasted just the way we wanted. I wish they made vegetarian wonton soup too. Would be great. :) Definitely can't wait to come back here. Planning to try vegetarian hot pot or spicy tofu next time.

Nisha Rao

Google
I ordered pork, shrimp and chives dumpling, and pineapple fried rice. The dumplings were awesome. Fried rice was a little sweet even for spice level 4. Overall good food and feels home cooked and healthy though it was being served in a restaurant. Atmosphere and service was good. This was not a four course meal so did not expect a lot of service. I would love to go back to try other items on the menu!

Winter Free

Google
I went yesterday because they had vegan dumplings on the menu. They were so good and the tea was really good too, I drank about 4 pots. I believe It's family style, so 12 dumplings for 20$, most dishes were large and about 20-25$. I ask the lady working, who I believe was the owner, what other vegan options they had and it sounded like about one option from every category, noodles, soup, dumpling, etc. They were so nice and it was really good, I'll be going again for sure.

S Walker

Google
The first thing I noticed was the pristine cleanliness. Even the corners of the floor by the entrance door were spotless. Service was fast and efficient; a large pot of perfectly brewed Jasmine tea arrived quickly. My husband ordered the chicken chow mein, I ordered vegetarian dumplings, and we split the best fried rice we've ever eaten. I never expected to eat 6 of the dumplings! They were so delicious that I couldn't stop. My husband said, "We've got to come back here!" Its a little hard to find, but well worth the effort.

Joy Liu

Google
Best Chinese dumpling and buns in Seattle!!! We got the vegan dumpling and it had so much filling inside with carrot, vermicelli, tofu and other veggies! The owner was super friendly, great experience overall!

Faelynn Salladé

Google
Just got back from here with some leftovers. First time visitors and we'll definitely both be coming back again! The gentleman that served us was extremely kind and courteous and seemed very genuine with his helpfulness. The place was very clean and well kept, I didn't have to wipe down any dishes or cups with my paper towel like I do at most places, there were no unwanted flavours in my water (which I know is a low bar but is worth mentioning with how common it is!!), I also didn't feel crowded or too close to the other tables and guests. I got the Pineapple fried rice, +pork +chicken +shrimp +egg -peas and carrots My partner got the Pork fried rice, +pork +chicken +egg -vegetables Both got no-spice since it was our first time trying the food there. We both loved our food and had a great time here. I tried both dishes, his was savory and we both exclaimed aloud multiple times how tasty it was (which I also did with my own, he just liked his enough he didn't want to risk messing with the flavour pallet by trying mine :P) His would've gotten a little too salty for me over time but I also don't add salt to my food at home so I notice the flavour very well. It was still delicious and I would've happily devoured it, just with extra tea ^_^ Mine had that savory flavour as a good undertone but made me think of the flavour of his, plus sweet and sour chicken. The flavour was balanced really well and went well with the pineapple without being overly sweet or overshadowing the other flavours in the dish. The price on the receipt for the base Pork FR was 15$ and Pineapple FR was 16$. With +2$ for each add on (+3$ for the shrimp) it was 22$ for his and 24$ for mine before the tax/fees, which made it just barely over 50$ before the tip for the two of us to both have our fill of the tastiest and best fried rice we've had in a long time, in a very nice little restaurant, with extremely kind and genuine feeling staff. (A lot of places that have good fried rice have their base cost around 20$ anyways, I know that there are some places that are lower, but this was fantastic food and service and we'll still happily add all of those add ons next time and consider it a great price for great food.)

OfficialAlton S.

Yelp
went here in the middle of the day everything was fresh, you can tell everything was cooked today and they try hard to make everything taste good would definitely recommend anyone who was looking for authentic chinese food

Andrea B.

Yelp
I was looking up a place for lunch at exploreedmonds.com and this restaurant caught my eye. I came here to try it with a friend today. I purposely updated this yelp app, so I could write a review. The dumplings were flavorful. My palette thought they were fantastic ! Is there anything better than homemade dumplings? We also had the green beans with garlic and they came out hot and crispy. I can't wait to try the vegan dumplings on my next visit. I also want to add that the man that served us was very kind and told us all about his popular dishes. I like finding little places like this. It's a nice hidden gem.

Tiffany A.

Yelp
What a hidden gem! My boss wanted to have a team lunch in Edmonds and found this spot online. When we first pulled up we were a bit hesitant but don't be alarmed by the parking lot. Upon arriving (they open at noon) we were a bit early so ended up having the restaurant to ourselves. The woman working was fantastic and provided great service. We tried the pork fried rice, the chicken chow mein (she let us know they make their own noodles), the green beans and shrimp/pork/chive dumplings. Everything was so tasty and we had enough to bring home for a couple other meals after the three of us ate a ton. We will definitely be back and sharing with all of our co workers how great this place is.

Jenya B.

Yelp
Oh wow, YUM. This is a welcoming and tidy place that I did not expect to find in Edmonds! Other reviews have mentioned the prices being a bit high, but please trust: the portions are substantial and the food is superb. There were two of us, both very hungry, and we still couldn't finish our order of spicy cold noodles* and vegetable and tofu noodle soup*. Everything was perfect heat-wise: enough to satiate my fiery palate but not so much that my companion's tongue was burned. The spicy noodles were simple-looking, but the flavor was complex and robust; and the soup was loaded with fresh carrot, cabbage, and baby bok choy, tender noodles, and substantial chunks of soft tofu... plus, the broth was GREAT. I'm so happy to have found this place and to have leftovers that I will probably wind up fighting for. *I'll be the obnoxious vegan who adds the word vegan several times, just so other vegan folks will know that there are many wonderful, flavorful, satisfying vegan options to be had here.

Susanne W.

Yelp
Food and service - outstanding We're vegan and thoroughly enjoyed the food! My mouth is so happy!!

Toriana B.

Yelp
Absolutely delicious! I got their wonton soup and fried rice! I'm picky about my wonton soup but this place makes them so perfect! Very nice employees!

Max B.

Yelp
Oh MAN, what a gem this place is! We were tired and hangry after a day of shopping (ew), and stopped here out of sheer proximity - it was the best looking thing in about a 5 block radius and we needed food NOW. Thrilled we did. We ordered a small spicy cold noodles for a starter, chicken chow mein, and shrimp-pork-chive dumplings. Everything was not good, it was great. The cold noodles were sesame-forward, full of flavor, and just the right amount of heat. Despite ordering the small size, it was a generous portion. The chow mein was quite honestly the best I've had in YEARS. It had a much richer brown sauce than you normally get, but still wasn't heavy in anyway. The chicken was quality, and not overcooked - smaller strips too, which I liked. And it was chock full of baby bok choy, one of my all-time favorite veggies. Absolutely delicious. Being a dumpling house, those were on point as well, in both flavor and texture. They came out piping hot - despite the temptation, do NOT immediately shove one in your face when they arrive at the table, it will hurt. Ask me how I know. I also just have to mention that the woman serving us, who I can only assume is the owner, was an absolute sweetheart. tl;dr - Thumbs up. Eat here. Do it.

Moo S.

Yelp
FABULOUS!!! Always amazing and has been for years!! Their wonton soup is THE BEST! I always get the 16 piece wonton soup spicy, it is the BEST wonton soup I have ever had. Their pork buns are also amazing!!!

Jason C.

Yelp
Dumpling generation is a great hole-in-the-wall kind of spot. They have the best vegan dumplings I've had, and the green beans are addictive.

Tommy W.

Yelp
This small local restaurant is a hidden gem. The dumplings are plump and the fillings are flavorful. But seriously, the braised pork belly is a must. Chopstick tender pork belly that melts in your mouth. Get a bowl of white rice and pour that sauce over. Trust me, that's comfort food to the max.

Sophia W.

Yelp
First time here and we loved it! The dumpling peels were nice and bouncy and filling was tasty. The noodles also had great flavor and texture. All skins and noodles seem to be made in house. The sampler platter was good to start, a little salty for us but overall fine. The owners were super nice and attentive, lots of nice pictures up and cute signs to warn us dumplings were hot. Will definitely be coming back!

Angelia V.

Yelp
There aren't that many dumpling places north of Seattle that stand out that much or that I could compare to the ones you'd find in the Seattle area. This is one of the few places in this area that I LOVE. All their food is so good. The service is always great. I'm pretty sure it's the owners who are the ones who serve us each time and they're always so friendly. You can't go wrong with anything you order from here. Things to note - it's a really small restaurant so if it's busy it can fill up fast but every time we've come here it hasn't been too busy so we're usually able to get a table pretty quickly. They also share the building and complex with other businesses so their bathroom is shared with other the neighboring businesses. With that, the parking lot fills up fast because the other businesses get busy too and the parking spots are also really tight. But it's worth the fight for parking. I highly recommend coming here!

Angelica K.

Yelp
Tucked away in a small corner is this gem. I've tried it once via delivery and it was good, but definitely knew I needed to try it in person. It's really a casual and quaint atmosphere. Good for family dinners as the portions are large. Quite a few vegan options. I got everything spicy. My absolute fave was the spicy tofu and cold spicy noodles. Get the tofu dish with a side of rice, as it's silken tofu and a little slippery. They have the best house chili oil they also sell for $6. Make sure you get one. The garlic bok choy had great flavor. Also the vegan dumplings are really filling.

Tom B.

Yelp
It's been so long now--and so many visits--that it might be time for an update, even if the place has stayed wonderfully the same. We've been in at least a dozen times, if not a couple dozen, through the years. Last night we came in for a family birthday. This gave us the chance to try way more items than we have in the past, which just made us love that place even more. What's the same? Still a little strip mall that can feel like a maze to turn into if you're not a regular. Still tons of other good restaurants and a few other types of businesses in the same parking lot. Inside, it's clean, brightly lit, welcoming, and decorated with big lit photos of the food. What's new? Not much, except now you scan a QR code to get the menu, and order from your phone. The "Caution: Dumplings EXTREMELY hot!" signs at every table might or might not be new. I can't really remember. Service is so warm and charming--checking in on you, making sure you have plenty of water and tea. They answer questions about the food, but you don't have to do much to get your order moving. You make your picks, click through, and away it goes. You can still pay at the counter; no need to sign in to order. The kitchen gets the signal right away even if you don't have an account. We tried every appetizer, and they were all gone halfway through the meal (6 small-ish portions spread across 2 orders). We got the beef buns for the first time, and they really are spectacular; the dough is light and airy, barely even spongey. We've all had buns that were like chewing through a wet sock, they were so dense and flavorless, but these have spring to them and really help to show off the filling. 3 huge ones, and we could barely finish bites from splitting one. We ordered 4 different dumplings, and they really do come out just volcano-hot. We finished about 75% of these (12 in each order). The birthday boy and his GF both skipped lunch because they were so excited for dumplings, and still washed up on the beach without quite finishing everything. The restaurant treated us to a plate of complimentary cold noodles for the birthday boy, which helped lessen his embarrassment at having to open presents in front of the entire restaurant. Long noodles, long life, they tell us. We also tried the braised beef soup this time, which everybody dug. Since I have a cold, they let me have most of it. Amazing rich deep flavor to the chunks of beef, great satisfying rich broth. Crunchy bok choy, nice chewy long noodles. This is an awesome soup! I'd love it to be served a little hotter, but I'll order this again, especially this time of year. We've always loved the food here, and it's always been lucky for our waistlines that they're a little outside our delivery area. Last night made it feel so homey and so much like a welcoming neighborhood place to go that it felt closer to our hearts and our home. We'll be back even more often than before.

Sarah L.

Yelp
The best dumplings around. I love this restaurant. We haven't found a dish we don't like. The green beans, noodles and pork buns are fabulous. You can also get the dumplings frozen to cook at home. The owners are so kind. When doordash screwed up our order they drove to our house to drop off the right order. We will be back but won't use doordash!

Dorene P.

Yelp
I've had dumplings in LA Chinatown, Monterey Park, and the San Gabriel Valley in CA--Dumpling Generation in north Seattle is my #1 choice compared to places I've been to in the past. Thank you. You are a small business but bring are big in taste and your gracious service is appreciated.

A L.

Yelp
Tried two lunchtime staples: pork and chive dumpling, and braised beef noodle soup. Both were underwhelming - dumpling wrappers were too thick, and the beef soup base had zero depth. I plan on going back to try other items (eg the lo mein and possibly fried rice), and will update my review if these other commonly-ordered items change my mind about returning to this place regularly.

Maryam G.

Yelp
Another gem of Edmonds' international district! Dumpling generation offers some absolutely incredible, handmade dumplings. Everyone in my family has a different favorite. Some love the pork with chive, others the shrimp with mushroom and cabbage. My new favorite is the chicken with cabbage which has a beautiful taste of ginger. We also tried a limited time special of beef and carrot--also great. All the dumplings come with a bit of soup inside. We also found that their green beans, fried with lots of garlic, are absolutely stellar, but they are very overpriced at $20 for a small box. No matter, we will continue to enjoy the fabulous food from dumpling generation, and you will not regret doing so yourself. Note: we have only ever had takeout from this spot, so I can't speak to the ambiance or table service, but takeout service is professional!

Hucky K.

Yelp
Pros: authenticity, food quality food, generous portion, easy parking, they take Apple Pay! Cons: not much, maybe food is a little bit on the salty side (I've already asked for less salt and still found it slightly too salty.)

Generous Y.

Yelp
Had the opportunity to try some noodle soups and dumplings here. I wasn't blown away, but I'd say they're a bit above average. Nothing crazy, but tastes authentic and genuine as in there's flavor and it's not overly done. Flavor is mild and easy to get into without exaggerating any element. Braised beef noodle soup - pretty authentic beef noodle soup! However, like mentioned above it's a bit milder on the flavor. The broth is slightly salty and not too rich, it would be better with some other aromatics or green onion. Broth could benefit from more time with bone and beef. Beef was tasty and noodles were average. Overall, could use more vegetables. Seafood noodle soup - broth here was much richer, a bit creamier. Made some sense and there was more overall content inside. Two mussels, four small shrimp, scallops, and an abundance of vegetables. One of the better, heartier items for a meal but could still be better. Pork & chive dumplings as well as the pork & shrimp dumplings were fresh! They're extremely hot and you're warned beforehand, so that's appreciated. Light soup inside, but it's boiling hot. I think the dumplings are the highlight which validates the name of Dumpling Generation. There are better dumplings at larger restaurants and chains, but this is a great spot for local dumplings that aren't dried out or tiny!

Ellie W.

Yelp
I first came here because I saw my friend's food photos on her Facebook. The dumplings in the photos looked so delicious, so I asked for the information and gave it a try. I liked it, but I didn't come often as I lived far. I was just in the area and suddenly thought of dumplings. I came here for the second time. The price went up, but the taste was still the same. All the dumplings here are steamed ones. We ordered different flavors and mixed noodles with pork and soybean sauce. All the dumplings were so delicious that I completely forgot about taking photos. The restaurant provided us with their special garlic soy sauce, which went so well with all the dumplings. I loved it so much that I did ask for extra to go. The sauce could go with pretty much everything! The pork and soybean sauce was quite salty. We didn't know how salty it was, so we just poured the whole thing into the bowl of noodles. I should have poured half of the sauce. I could have saved the half of the sauce to make another bowl of mixed noodles. It's still good, but I would use half sauce next time. I would definitely come again for dumplings.

Rachel Y.

Yelp
I've been to the hole in the wall shops in Richmond, BC and I've been to the upscale hotel restaurants. Dim sum generation beats them all because they understand the simplicity and strength of a dumpling. Although you could find these menu items at a number of other places, the food here is on a such a completely different level, I doubt you will even recognize them as the same dish. Every ingredient was fresh, from the handmade dough to the minced garlic in our dipping sauce. We came on a rainy weeknight searching for warm food but instead were met with genuine warmth and kindness from the owners, who poured us our tea and told us through words and through the flavors the pride they hold for their hometown in northern china. I have rarely had such a beautiful experience let alone a 5-star dinner. Thank you for this clean, authentic, and delicious restaurant. We will be back.

Pat L.

Yelp
Excellent little restaurant that I happen upon thanks to yelp. Fantastic, shrimp and mushroom dumplings, and spicy green beans, and I love the sauce so much that I bought a jar to bring home. Fairly pricey, but very good quality food.

Rachel S.

Yelp
We love this place. Their wonton soup and the pork with spicy eggplant are some of my favorite things to eat in this whole region. They're consistent and always friendly and efficient. Highly recommend!

Maria-Elena V.

Yelp
The food is consistently good at this restaurant. The pork & shrimp dumplings are well-packed with meat, and they have excellent flavor. I especially love the green beans, the beef noodle soup, the chicken chow mein, and the pork buns. Be mindful of the spice level that you request, the food can get super spicy! I like that, but others may not. Also, be sure to request chop sticks if you're doing takeout. Each order includes A LOT, so be sure that you have someone to share it with. The service is excellent. Everyone is super sweet and very inviting. The inside of the restaurant is nothing fancy, but it's nice and clean with a simple decor. I love this place!

Nicholas Z.

Yelp
The dumplings were fantastic and even more so the friendly staff. In addition to the dumplings we had a fried rice which was fresh and delicious, and a delightful dish with carrots, eggplant, and pork belly. The music was unfortunately repetitive, but the conversation with the staff drowned it all out.

Rita W.

Yelp
i liked the vegan dumpling i picked off my friend's plate so much, i returned the very next day and bought the 40 pc frozen bag! when i was invited to Dumpling Generation for lunch, i realized i had not been to this location since they opened in 2014! back then, i had a hotpot and some pork dumplings. this time i focused myself to try something new. braised pork belly hotpot: wow. pork belly, glass noodles and mushrooms. the generous serving of pork belly was enough for 2 more meals for me. the aroma of 5 spice is unforgettable. Colorful Salad with chicken: another generous serving. the very light vinegarette dressing was a good foil to the rich pork belly. Pork and chive dumplings: as expected. Vegan dumplings: absolutely full of flavor. did not miss the animal protein at all. Dumpling dipping sauce: i liked it so much, i bought some to take home. Frozen dumplings: for the price, this is a superior choice over grocery store frozen dumplings. Service was respectful and efficient. I'm headed back to try more new dishes!

Cole K.

Yelp
My favorite casual date night spot! Food is always delicious. Treat yourself to their seasonal dumplings, you will not regret it. Quick service and they are so friendly!

Laura M.

Yelp
The dumplings were ok, probably 80% as good as din tai fung so this may be a one time visit

Sylvia K.

Yelp
I've been wanting to try this place forever and it did not disappoint! I walked in on a sunday afternoon. I looked at the menu and ordered the pork and chive dumplings and the green beans. At the last minute, I decided to also get the pork and soybean sauce noodles, even though that was way too much food for one person. The cashier who took my order was really nice and answered my questions about the noodles and actually pointed to the large pictures on the walls to show what it looked like (very helpful!). I paid and the girl said to come back in 15 minutes. They had a bunch of to go orders for other people waiting. Came back in 15 and order was all ready to go! The auntie working there was also super nice! Wonderful customer service!! The food was DELICIOUS!!!!! I loved everything. Dumplings GOOD (nice thick skin and good portion of meat). The green beans were EXCELLENT. And the soybean sauce noodles were super tasty. The sauce itself was slightly salty, so I could've just added less sauce. But the flavor was really good - if you like miso, i think you would like this. And the vegetable sides it came with (sprouts, cucumber, and edamame) were refreshing and added a nice balance to the meal! I would absolutely come back here. I would re-order the same things and also want to try more of the menu. I wish it wasn't so far from me tho lol. The restaurant is in the same shopping plaza as Hosoonyi and Milkie Milkie, so this is basically like my favorite plaza in all of Edmonds.

Ana M C.

Yelp
The food is prepared freshly made, the taste is delicious. the restaurant place is spacious, nice, clean, there is excellent service.

Lilcoconut Z.

Yelp
Top notch authentic northeastern Chinese cuisine - dumplings are juicy and delicious, green pepper & eggs noodles reminds me of home, and sauerkraut pork belly hot pot is THE BEST. Will definitely come back to try more dishes! 正宗東北菜,酸菜白肉吃出了家的味道。在西雅圖的東北人不要錯過!

Tina W.

Yelp
My first time eating at this restaurant. I was looking a good Chinese restaurant that served dumplings north of Seattle. While searching through Yelp I saw Dumpling Generation and decided to give it a try with my family. I was not disappointed, the food was delicious and came out piping hot! We had dumplings, green beans, broccoli with garlic, egg fried rice shrimp chow mein, eggplant and their featured salad dish. All had the right amount of seasoning. Additionally, the service was great! The owners are friendly and keep a very clean restaurant. I will be back again!

Eva M.

Yelp
This might be closer to 4 stars if I ate at the restaurant, but I think a 3.5 star overall is a fair assessment. This is my first visit to a DG, and it's a take out order. The food was warmed/reheated and consumed at 1 hour after pickup so that gives a delayed factor to the potential quality of the food. The place was new and clean with plenty of signs with photos. The ordering and pick up was smooth. Food was ready in 20 min during prime dinner time on a Sunday. We ordered and picked up in person. Food: Shrimp, mushrooms, cabbage dumplings - 2.5 Stars This was bland. The flavoring just wasn't there and should have been better seasoned. The skin is a bit thicker than it can be, I think. But because I ate it late, I'm not going to overly criticize. Shrimp, pork, chives dumplings - 3.5 Stars This is the better option. More flavorful. The chives probably helped. Still a ding for the skin. Braised beef noodle soup - 5 Stars This was the best dish we ordered. The beef stock is flavorful, the noodles were fresh and tasty, and the beef tender. Seafood hotpot - 2 Stars I would not order this dish again. The stock was bland which completely killed the dish. Even with my re-boiling of the stock when we were home which should have condensed it a bit, it was bland. The contents were good with 2 prawns, 2 green mussels, multiple chunks of fish fillet, bay scallops, rice vermicelli, enoki mushrooms, napa cabbage, and soft tofu. I ended up "fixing" the stock by adding in bouillon. There are better options closer to home, so this is unlikely a place I'd return in the future.

Simon K.

Yelp
From what I recall, I've never eaten any shrimp that is so pricey. Ordered a fried rice with add on shrimp for $3 and only came with only 2 shrimps. Their dumplings are good though, but there are many other choices of restaurants I would rather go before coming back to this one.

P C.

Yelp
Tried the place after a Costco run (very close by), - family liked it, and would definitely come back. Family friendly, and kind service. Prices are a bit high (IMO), but portions are generous. Somebody else called out the chili sauce - I thought it was just me, but I liked it more than your typical restaurant chili sauce. You order via QR close on phone. Parking was easy. Support local!

Steve L.

Yelp
I didn't realize that this restaurant had been here for 10 years. Inside, the place is so clean. The owner greeted us quickly and she was so friendly. The food is not your normal Cantonese food. These people are from Northern China so the food is from that region. We had the beef noodle soup which was tasty and filling. Plenty of beef and noodles. Broth was excellent. Then we had their dumplings with pork. Delicious. Very authentic food. I would go back to try something else. Good choice for good Chinese food.

Marion L.

Yelp
Absolutely love this place. The food is always great and the gal that I am assuming is the owner is so kind every single time.

Johnathon M.

Yelp
Love this place. Food is very good, dumplings are good, noodles are good, service is always quick and friendly, one of my favorite places to go

Amanda H.

Yelp
This review is for the frozen dumplings only. Since everyone has been stay at home due to COVID-19, we've been looking for ways to explore and support local businesses. Dumpling Generation was running a 20% on their frozen dumplings so we bought a couple bags of the pork and chive, pork and shrimp, and pork and cabbage. These dumplings were so good that we actually went back the next day to stock up on more!! And mind you it's a 20+ min drive from Seattle. What we loved: these dumplings were surprisingly super juicy and the skin was QQ aka chewy. They are all homemade with high quality, fresh ingredients. Even the dough is homemade (not the premade skins that you buy at the store). The pork and chive flavor was definitely the star, flavor was perfectly balanced and the price was right. Cabbage was a little on the blander side but still very solid, and the shrimp one was my favorite but also the most expensive! These dumplings are also super fat and filled with a ton of filling. What we didn't love: prices seemed a little high, for dumplings and the other stuff on the menu. But I can understand how it's justified due to everything being homemade with no shortcuts. Despite the higher prices, I am still very excited to come back and try the rest of their menu in person when this is all over. P.S. If you take home the frozen dumplings, make sure to steam them. The skin is too delicate to be boiled without ripping.

Anthony B.

Yelp
Decent food, good service. Been going here for years, my wife loves there bbq pork buns i think there ok.

Michael H.

Yelp
My favorite dumpling place North of Seattle. I love duck and their cold salted duck is amazing. Plus there chili sauce is very unique/great. I love the dumplings and the soups and the cold noodles. Really can't go wrong.

Lulu G.

Yelp
We saw a friend recommended this place on social media so we decided to give it a try and we are super glad that this place is beyond our expectation. This place definitely becomes my favorite spot for Chinese dumplings and bun. I guarantee that you can find the most authentic Northeastern Chinese dumplings and bun here which are also pretty tasty with high quality ingredients. We ordered Pork Chives Dumplings, Pork Buns and Chinese Color Salad(with pork). Pork buns were slightly larger and came three to an order, the stuffing is pork meat and glass noodles which is savory and flavorful, the bun skin is slightly firm but with the right amount fluffiness (that's I know how authentic it is because this is how my grandma makes it). I am amazed by the juiciness and flavors of stuffing in the dumplings as well and the dumpling skin is perfectly thin and chewy. A bonus is the service is friendly, efficient and warm-welcoming and the environment of the restaurant is very clean and comfy.

B T.

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The dumplings were great!! The skin was perfectly chewy and the inside was moist and steaming hot. Full of flavor, too. The hot noodles were good. Also the perfect amount of chewiness and the sauces were tasty. The cold noodles could have been better. The noodles themselves lost their "al dente" nature and the sauce was sour without much flavor. Will definitely be back for the dumplings though!

Sania I.

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This is probably the best place to get hotpot and dumplings. Actually everything I ordered here was delicious! I ordered shrimp dumplings and seafood hotpot it's highly recommended! There is parking on-site, the service is great, and seating can be limited if busy. I loved this place and can't wait to go again!

Nao V.

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This cute little restaurant is tucked in the corner of a nondescript plaza off of Aurora. I went with my sister for lunch and was happily surprised. The decor was cute and the waitress was super friendly. The dumplings are so delightful! Normally the shrimp is ground into a paste and mixed with the ground pork filling but they left the shrimp in decently sized chunks which gave each bite the most satisfying chew! The beef in the noodle soup was so tender and flavorful. The soup was mild, lightly seasoned with anise and not too salty. Definitely need to try more items on the menu next time!

Christopher R.

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This was our first visit here. We really enjoy dumplings and our favorite place closed lady year. If you blink you will drive by this place so watch the addresses. We were immediately greeted and shown where to sit. We ordered Shrimp & Pork dumplings, chicken chow mein and Spicy Chicken. DUMPLINGS Served very hot in a bamboo steamer. Very good although the shrimp was not visible because the peeves were too small SPICY CHICKEN The waitress did not ask us how hot we wanted it. Typically places like this ask for 1 to 5 heat. The chicken tasted good and had a good texture but the spice was easily a 5. My son and I like hot but this was too hot CHICKEN CHOW MEIN Really good. The bok choy was amazing. The chicken was sliced in a way that it looked like noodles. We will definitely be back.

Nina H.

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Ordered a bunch of food for a small celebration for my baby's 100 day at home and was happy with the food/taste. The minced pork noodles were delicious, a bit on the salty side, but tasted fresh with the sliced cucumbers and edamame. The baos and dumplings were really good also, flavorful and chewy texture. I also liked their sides and spicy chicken. Those were especially good the next day also.

David M.

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Their pork and spicy eggplant dish is fantastic - might go to entrée there. Frankly, though everything I've gotten has been perfectly prepared and has a wonderful taste. The folks running the place seem very friendly, and it's a real pleasure doing business there. Highly recommend it!

Khoo K.

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This place is a true hidden gems. Only came here because my vegan friend was excited they have vegan dumplings. It was super tasty!! Also had their vegetable hot pot. Very flavorful- with mushrooms, glass noodles, bean sprout, tofu, carrots, Napa cabbage. The cold dishes sampler plate was a delight too. Especially the spicy sliced potatoes. Very refreshing and have good crunch and flavor. Highly recommend this place and will be back to try the non vegan dishes.