Dumpling Tops

Dumplings with a view is a good idea. I had: 1. Pork soup dumpling 2. Seafood noodles 3. Pork and shrimp dumplings 4. Walnut shrimp 5. Custard buns 6. Milk tea

This restaurant is called dumpling tops but I think their noodles are the best dishes to order. I had the lobster tail noodles, which was only $20 a bowl but it has a lobster tail, well-cooked vegetables and a real lot of noodles. The broth was very thick, it’s the tonkutsu-style thickness. Noodles are very chewy and yummy. It's better than most noodle places. I had XLB and buns too, but I think they’re average. Half of the 8 XLBs I had had their soup leaked onto the steaming plate. The bun's filling was a small portion. The veggie dumplings were quite good, though. It's fresh and delicious. Friendly and very quick service! Good vibes in the afternoon. They have parking at the back on Hope St passing a small alley (not the parking lot on Fair Oaks Ave).

I was new to this restaurant, but the hype was well worth the trip and experience. The filet mignon cubes were amazing! The orange chicken (ask for it spicy), the house combo fried rice and the soup dumplings were all on point! If you’re in the mood for some delicious Chinese food, give this place a try, you won’t be disappointed!

Dumplings items were ok... But not my favorite. Love to noodles items. Will definitely go back for both noodles we got. Great and friendly service... They came back to check on us to make sure wr are ok.

My wife and I have driven past this spot countless times, and today we finally decided to stop in for a late lunch. We ordered the sweet and sour ribs, the steamed sea bass, and the stir-fried mixed vegetables. Every single dish was excellent—so much so that it’s hard to pick a favorite. The flavors were fresh, balanced, and perfectly prepared. We left completely satisfied and already planning our next visit. This place is definitely a gem, and we’ll absolutely be coming back!

Tasty food and great service! The soup dumplings and lobster noodle soup and wings were all delicious! Will definitely return. The waiter was attentive and super nice.

Hidden 💎, majority of customers are Asian elders, families and single guys 👀. The food was authentic 🇹🇼 food and delicious. Reasonable price too with free parking in the back of the building around the corner. The cucumber 🥒 is a must along with the dim sum and beef noodle 🍜

We visited for the first time on Valentine's Day, and I think it's going to be our go-to spot for date night dumplings and shrimp. We went for the gusto as a treat to ourselves and purposely ordered a lot so we'd have leftovers. We started with the crispy brussel sprouts, which were utter perfection. Delicate, melt in your mouth, packed full of flavor, with a balsamic glaze finish. Next were the pork soup dumplings, which absolutely did not need any added accoutrement like chili oil or soy. The flavor of the soup and the pork filling was standalone delicious. Then came the pecan shrimp, which is the cousin of honey walnut shrimp, only made better by the addition of pineapple and toasted pecans. The shrimp was light and crispy and the sweet sauce made this my new favorite. The sweet and sour spareribs came out piping hot, with a substantial portion of meaty ribs, and the sauce had the perfect balance of sweet and sour. Lastly, we had the dan dan noodles. My recommendation for the noodles is to toss them in the sauce a few times and then let it sit for a few minutes, until the noodles soak up all of the sauce. You will not be disappointed! One fun note: these noodles are SO LONG, like comically long, and I'd love to see someone attempt to slurp these noodles without cutting or biting them off. Now onto the service- to say the staff is attentive is an understatement. Our water glasses were always full. About every five minutes or so, someone came by to check on us. When we were finished, a woman whom I think may be the owner, approached the table and offered to box up our leftovers. She made conversation and asked what our favorite dishes were and we discussed the brussel sprouts, which she told us was her recipe and she was very proud of it. For all of the food we ordered, a glass of Moscato (9 dollars a glass) and a beer (8 or 9 for imported), the bill was 82 dollars. I cannot recommend this hidden gem enough. We will definitely be back!

Was on the 210 freeway and looked up dumplings, this place was recommended and had tons of great reviews so we gave it a try last night! Service was amazing, our servers were kind and continuously checking to see if there was anything we needed. We went closer to their closing time so the restaurant was empty, which at first made me think it wasn't a good sign but luckily the reviews were right and our experience was great as well as the food. Restaurant was clean, restrooms were also very clean. Pork Soup Dumplings 10/10 Spicy Wontons 10/10 Orange Chicken with side of rice 10/10 Cucumber Salad 10/10 Pork shrimp with chive dumplings 10/10 I liked how the soup dumplings were a little smaller than usual which made it a little easier to eat :) Overall very delicious and we will be back

This is my go to place anytime I come to the neighborhood. The food is always top-notch, cooked to perfection, flavorful, the right textures, and of course with friendly service to boot. There's a parking lot in the back off bustling Fair Oaks Ave. My favorite dishes include the shrimp and zucchini dumplings, the vegan noodle soup (worth noting I am not vegan and it's delicious), crispy tofu, any of their stirfry vegetables, and don't forget to top off your meal with the delicious red bean sesame balls!

Let me preface this by stating I'm a chronic "order in" type and I've not had the opportunity to dine in at this restaurant so I can't speak towards the ambiance. With that being said, the dumplings are delicious. My boyfriend and I were going through a dumpling phase from May-June and would order in from here a lot. Their pork soup dumplings and the shrimp pork dumplings are our favorites. Fully packed with flavor. We also had the spicy dumplings which were also super tasty. He ordered the beef roll and really loved it. I honestly would suggest dining in, only because the soup tends to evaporate from the dumplings when you order in especially since my place is a 20-25 min drive from here so the dumplings aren't always very soupy or juicy.

We ordered three dishes and give them all 5 stars. The lobster noodle soup was tasty and you get a whole lobster. The beef roll had a good amount of beef & the pan fried dumplings had a nice light crunch. The place is clean, but not really a date night restaurant. More like a regular night dinner place. The servers were great... but then... they're not very busy to start with. Hope their business picks up coz we would love to keep coming back.

Dumplings with a view is a good idea. I had: 1. Pork soup dumpling 2. Seafood noodles 3. Pork and shrimp dumplings 4. Walnut shrimp 5. Custard buns 6. Milk tea

My first time here and the manager or owner was very nice and suggested some good food. Definitely I want to come Back and try other things! This was a great lunch stop for me and as I was in a hurry I appreciated the quick service and delivery of good food! Yay

Service is decent. Place is ok, difficult to find parking. The dumplings were actually the worst thing we ordered. Clearly frozen heated up and didnt taste food at all. But the fish golsen soup dish was good, as was the dan dan with chicken. The bunny bun was a joke. Prices are good though.

This restaurant is called dumpling tops but I think their noodles are the best dishes to order. I had the lobster tail noodles, which was only $20 a bowl but it has a lobster tail, well-cooked vegetables and a real lot of noodles. The broth was very thick, it's the tonkutsu-style thickness. Noodles are very chewy and yummy. It's better than most noodle places. I had XLB and buns too, but I think they're average. Half of the 8 XLBs I had had their soup leaked onto the steaming plate. The bun's filling was a small portion. The veggie dumplings were quite good, though. It's fresh and delicious. Friendly and very quick service! Good vibes in the afternoon. They have parking at the back on Hope St passing a small alley (not the parking lot on Fair Oaks Ave).

Small Dog Friendly! The main reason we paid a visit to Dumpling Tops was because one of our friends had a dog (who is really well behaved). We had came from a 6 mile run and were starved! Dumpling Tops had a wide variety of Chinese/Taiwanese dishes. The staff were friendly and very accomodating. The noodle dishes were okay. I thought the noodles were a little too soft but the flavor was good. It's more mild and tamed than other places I've tried - but it gives a home cook feel. I think the winning dishes for me were the pan fried pork dumplings and beef roll. They had such a hearty mouth feel and gave a satisfying bite - a mix of crispy, crunchy and chewy texture between the pan fried dough and meaty filling. Definitely a place you should check out if you're in the South Pasadena area.

Parking: street parking and I believe a parking lot. Surprisingly easy for when I went, it is on the corner of a very busy intersection so your mileage may very. Service was really good, quick and got our orders fast. I never had to ask for water, they just kept filling it up, very thankful. The beef cubes were delicious I enjoyed them so much they are also a lot more than what I usually get at other locations. Noodle soup was also delicious and plentiful. Only downside was that I had to order rice separately but it's a good treat once in a while. Will definitely come back. The restaurant itself is well spaced, booths are the usual back to back, but theres plenty of walking space and doesn't feel crowded

Yummy little Chinese restaurant in south Pasadena that offers more than just dumplings! I was quickly seated when I entered (around when they opened so not too many customers yet!). Their menu offers noodle (stir fry and soup based), fried rice, and platters of stir fry protein and greens! I came here with my friend and we were able to quickly place an order for the steamed soups dumplings and pan fried potstickers as we know those items usually take a bit longer. After we studied the menu, we place the rest of our order and the timing was perfect. The stir fry dishes and beef noodle soup came out so quickly! It has a nice decor that offers customers to have conversations while enjoying delicious food. I think the portions are reasonable. The flavor profile was great for all the dishes- I would come back here to enjoy a meal with my friends again!

Just moved to South Pasadena from Alhambra, and found my go to dumpling spot! Service and food were both amazing. Food - 5/5 - we ordered the beef noodle soup, which was so incredible, the har gow which is probably better than any har gow I have had in Alhambra, the pork soup dumplings which were unreal, the shu mai which was pretty good, and the cheesecake. Everything was so tasty! The cheesecake dessert comes with one tiny piece of green tea cheesecake, and a bigger piece of some sort of chocolate cake (not cheesecake). The service - 5/5 - was friendly, attentive, and quick! Parking - street parking or parking in the rear but it was full around 7pm on a rainy friday Walked in and didn't have to wait, so that was a plus! Will definitely be returning!

HIDDEN GEM in the San Gabriel Valley The food was absolutely delicious, rich and flavorsome!! Shareable dishes are delightful for the whole group!! Vegan options available! What we tried: BBQ buns Pork soup dumplings Vegan dumplings Vegan udon noodles (MUST-TRY) House Special Filet Mignon Cubes (MUST-TRY) Beef Noodle Soup Cartoon red bean buns Definitely worth a visit!!

I had a fantastic birthday meal here! All the dishes were delicious while John provided friendly and attentive service. Dumpling Tops is one of the better Chinese restaurants in the immediate area!

3.5 : If I come back here, it would either be to get their passion fruit green tea (loved it!) or to try a different menu item. I visited on a Saturday afternoon, and there were only about three other tables occupied. There was nice natural lighting which I personally like. My order was taken and served quickly. The spicy beef noodle soup was good, but it felt like the broth was missing something I couldn't quite pinpoint. It definitely needed stronger spice, but the noodles were great and the cilantro was a bit overpowering.

Dumpling Tops is probably our favorite Chinese restaurant in Pasadena. Their noodles are especially delicious here and so are the xiao long baos! I highly recommend this place!

Amazing staff! My girlfriends and I had a longgg yap session after church and they never rushed us at all. Always refilled our cups before they were empty. Super attentive and friendly people. The food was equally amazing so it was money well spent. Highly recommend

Very friendly service. They even offer kid menu and cute character buns which were perfect for families with kids. Noodles were tasty but their house made soup dumplings were the true stars. You can even see into the kitchen where the staffs are hard at work making them by hands!

Food is great. Pretty decent portions and great taste. Staff is nice enough. Can't complain since I mostly get it to go.

Wow. This place is legit for South Pas. Finally somewhere that actually has good food and Asian nonetheless. Went in for a solo lunch to get my beef dumpling soup craving satiated. Again, I'm very surprised on how authentic it tasted for a little small town. The soup was rich and had a delicious umami taste with a kick of spice. I think the broth is taste easier than Joy or Pine and Crane. They only have the thin noodle option would be nice if they had the thick noodle option and the mustard green option. A little more cilantro on top would make it great also. But to not have to make the trek all the way to Corner Beef or Dai Ho is awesome. Cucumber salad was crisp, garlic, and yummy. Remember, prices are much better if you go and dine in versus order online Will definitely be back with the family to try all the other yummy options So happy to have this as a go to Asian option in South Pas!

Finally got to check out dumpling tops last night. I wasn't very hungry but the pork shrimp and chive potstickers were so good that I ate them all lol The soup dumplings were good too. The green beans were ok but I wished they were a little bit crunchier. The restaurant is nice and clean and wasn't too busy. There is a small parking lot in the back (parking lot entrance is on Hope Street) but you can also find street parking if you go back a block or two

The service was frustrating. It was very busy during lunch time, and I can tell they were overwhelmed. I ordered the chicken stir fried noodles but they kept on giving us the combo stif fried one even though I told them and they took back the original wrong order. They gave the wrong order the second time. It tasted okay though. Also, it took them at least 15-20 mins to just bring out a rice bowl. Despite the food tasting okay, the service just added a sour taste to my mouth.

I went here on Feb 16 for a late lunch with my mom, grandma, uncle and aunt. We ordered bunch of food. It was very good. We left feeling full. Servers were great, they checked on us frequently and refilled our glasses. Not that many people dined in. My favorite dish was the garlic pork ribs. They were so tasty, a bit crunchy and juicy. The eggroll was crunchy and hot. I love the ambiance, there was K-pop music playing. It was well lit and clean.

Solid 4.5 star! Came here right when it opened at 11 on a Saturday and got seated right away. I got the xiao long bao with pork as well as braised beef noodle soup (asked for mild). Food came out pretty quickly! I like both dishes - the xiao long bao does have soup in them (so be careful since it's hot) and you pair them with the black vinegar. I wish the beef in the noodle soup was more tender since it's a bit more on the chewy side. Overall, a pretty solid place offering authentic Chinese food in the area. Staff were really friendly! There's a public parking lot across the street behind the buildings and there are street parking nearby.

Casual gem with cozy vibes, great food, and friendly customer service. I recommend pork dumplings, green beans with shrimp, and definitely try the cucumber salad. Tried plenty of other dishes here so you can't go wrong.

We were in the area and stumbled upon this place and we will absolutely be back! This is the best salt and pepper tofu I've ever had. So crispy and flavorful. We also tried the vegan steamed dumplings and the ones with shrimp and zucchini. The wrapper was the perfect texture and filling was well seasoned.

My wife and I have driven past this spot countless times, and today we finally decided to stop in for a late lunch. We ordered the sweet and sour ribs, the steamed sea bass, and the stir-fried mixed vegetables. Every single dish was excellent--so much so that it's hard to pick a favorite. The flavors were fresh, balanced, and perfectly prepared. We left completely satisfied and already planning our next visit. This place is definitely a gem, and we'll absolutely be coming back!

Came here last week for the first time and thought that everything we ordered tasted great. Food was served hot and was flavorful. My husband loves dumplings and he said he really enjoyed his soup dumplings. The service was extremely fast and friendly, the prices are very reasonable and the portion sizes were great. 5/5 recommend.

I had an amazing experience eating at Dumpling Tops. Food: I ordered the pork soup dumplings, the pork and napa dumplings, the scallion pancake, and the beef rib noodle soup; all of it was delicious. The pork soup dumplings were my favorite, super flavorful! Service: The man who waited my table was so sweet, he was very helpful and efficient. Although this establishment was about 45 minutes away from my town, it was well worth the drive. I hope I can return soon!

Food is good. Quite a selection to choose from. Quiet place. Obviously underrated since it's right next door to a Sushi spot. Definitely coming back!! Absolutely recommend this place! Give it a try. You won't be disappointed!

Updated review to say: After three months, this place gotten nothing but even better, if that's possible. Valentine lunch date for us and we decided to try some new (for us) items: *Cucumber salad - okay, yes. We have these *every* time we come because they're flipping delicious alongside the *Dan Dan Noodles - each time we order, they're better than the last time. *Fried calamari - tender, well seasoned. Coating is a bit too thick for me, but delicious none the less. *Shrimp, pork and chive dumplings - This is the one you see featured in the front window that looks like it's covered in pancake lace. SO GOOD. Tender, juicy filling inside a light and crispy dumpling skin. Dumpling Tops now offers a frequent customer program (free) that earns points. Spend $100, get $10 off future purchase. Our lunch today was $45, so it's not going to take us long to get our $10 rebate :)

Got some take out. The beef rolls were pretty good, the scallion pancake was flaky. Won tons were great, good sauce and not too spicy. Overall tasty food

Not good. Ordered takeout: - Sichuan spicy chicken - Sautéed Broccoli - pork shu mai - pork and cabbage dumplings - Scallion pancake - sesame balls - potato shrimp (free add-on) Even grading on a curve for takeout, this wasn't even as good as reheating frozen stuff from H-Mart (or Vons).

Here is my honest take: When ordering from any restaurant - prioritize eating inside if you can. Takeout should be a second option... my reasons? Keep reading. Ordered to go - and ordered the following: -Orange chicken: Bland and needed to be refried at home. Even then, it was a big miss. -Dan Dan Noodles: Didn't have the same touch - tasted more like spaghetti noodles with brown sauce. -Kung Pao Shrimp: 10/10! This was amazing! -Cucumber Salad: was just cut up cucumbers with water and sugar. Was so underwhelming. -Brussel Sprouts: This was the item that set me off. Was terrible seasoned and seemed like strawberry jam was added. It was, in my opinion, the worst dish I have ordered. Please keep in mind that I ordered to go - so perhaps the preparation was different. I truly believe the staff are nice and so kind - but... we come to these types of places for the food, not necessarily the people. I do not recommend this place, unless you dine in.

It's very tasty. Cucumber salad was refreshing. Pecan shrimp was delicious with bits of fresh pineapple. Combo fried rice had lots of protein - shrimp, beef, chicken and egg. Everything has a very fresh feel to it with good quality product, easy on the usual flavorings like garlic and sesame oil, focus on the main ingredients. Actually have not tried the dumplings yet but all the stir fry dishes are so good. And reasonably priced.

Having a bowl of hot, flavorful Asian noodle soup is a perfect dinner on a rainy, cold evening. Dumpling Tops is the restaurant to find that soup. We enjoyed the Beef Rib noodle and the chicken tonkatsu noodle soups with an order of scallion pancake. Service was professional. We were seated quickly on a Sunday evening. Restaurant is clean with small tables and booths.

Whose up for a little Chinese take out on Xmas ‍... Found this place on Yelp! And thought to give it a go...wanted Kung Pao Shrimp and found this place had dumplings and garlic string beans... Food was all really good and tasty...Kung Pao shrimp was good and only needed a but more kick for me, but chili oil helped that and green beans..soup dumplings were nice...I found this to be a good alternative to other more expensive spots and just good food all around...I'll be back...

Everything here was excellent. It's a small unassuming place and a legit DTF dupe. Everything fresh and delicious. Service great. Here's a list of what we had. Cucumber salad, scallion pancakes, filet minon and asparagus ( a steal for the price), sauteed green beans, pork dumplings, combination fried noodles, and vegan udon. No notes. Everything delicious. They have wine and beer and Diet Coke. Just in case.

We've been craving dumplings lately and Dumpling Tops definitely hit the spot! Ordered both of their chicken & pork soup dumplings which were filled with lots of soup and meat. They paired perfectly with the ginger, vinegar, and soy sauce. We had to get their classic dim sum options as well like their bbq buns, har gow, and shu mai. This spot also doesn't use peanut or eggs in their dishes plus they have so many veggie & vegan options. Don't miss out on their happy hour specials!

Dumplings tops is truly incredible and has the best food!! I loved the orange chicken and soup dumplings. They have a huge variety of vegan and no peanut dishes which is great for those with allergies. They are super nice and a cute spot! I would go back for the dumplings any day

Very good food I usually get spicy beef noodles w/ onion pancakes. Shrimp pancakes also good.

DT and DTF are at a close tie at the Top... get it haha! Their Tender Shrimp Scrambled Egg is up there and DTF doesn't even have it! Went there on a Saturday evening and Service was the Top as they would even pour my hot tea for me! The food came in fast, hot and fresh! At DTF I would have to eat some shredded ginger for half an hour while waiting haha! The Pork and Cabbage Dumplings, Beef Stir Fried Noodles, and Orange Chicken (again DTF does not have) are the go to's. BTW DTF is Din Tai Fung Lol

Everything was amazing! Very flavorful! Quiet comfortable seating and nice tableware. Service was prompt and friendly. Try the Dan Dan noodles so good!

Food is hit and miss. Sometimes it's good and sometimes the noodles are soggy. Inconsistent food quality.

I wanted to like this place, who doesn't love dumplings? The dishes I enjoyed were the bbq pork buns and the Dan Dan noodles. The beef roll was just okay, nothing special. We also got a fried tofu dish, just subpar and lacked flavor, then we ordered pork xlb. The pork tasted old and couldn't even go in for a second one. I found the interior to be clean and the service good, but ultimately it was the food that disappointed me.

Happy to have this new place in South Pasadena. Really good food, friendly service, and if you do takeout they are very efficient. The dumplings are very good, and they have perhaps the best orange chicken around.

Food: Chili sauce was pretty good, but slightly too sweet and not enough filling. Pork soup dumplings' skin were very well wrapped and skins were nice and thin, but not very much filling and a little heavy on the white pepper. Pork and Napa dumplings were decent, but nothing special. Dumpling sauce they gave in the side had good balance of sweet, salty and sour. For the price I would've liked more filling. Service: good and fast service with staff being able to speak English and Chinese well making it feel both accessible and authentic. Parking: street parking that was difficult since it's on a pretty busy street

the food and service here is 100% always. everyone is so friendly and welcoming and the food is AWESOME! some of the highlights are the cucumber salad, crispy fried tofu, sautéed green beans, crispy fried garlic pork ribs, combo fried rice and the seafood noodles. everything here is excellent and it has easily become my favorite place to eat!

We finally made it out here to check it out. I believe they have been open for a month or so. We came for an early Tuesday night dinner - just me and my son, and got a booth. The service was attentive at first but as people continued coming in more staff people were attending to people, which had its pros and cons as I like having a designated person to our table so there's less miscommunication. I'll get into that. First, I asked our server if there were any dairy, eggs, nuts in the following dishes: pork xlb, green beans, tonkatsu ramen, cartoon red bean bun which were the dishes my son would be eating and he has severe food allergies (I didn't ask about the mapo since that was just for me and I have no food allergies). She came back to report that all these dishes were safe to order. As soon as my son took a sip of the tonkatsu broth and ate some of the noodles, he told me he felt strange. I told him to stop eating right away so I could double check the allergies. Thankfully he only had a small bite because if he had anymore we would have had to leave the restaurant and go immediately to a hospital. When the server came back I asked her to please double check on the ramen because my son is reacting. She came back apologetic and told me that there was a small amount of dairy in the broth after all and offered to replace it with a different broth ramen. We decided to skip since we had plenty of food for two people and she assured me the rest of the dishes were safe for my son. I appreciated that she checked on the other dishes again for me. My son's reaction subsided thankfully, and he was able to enjoy the rest of his meal. The green beans were perfectly wrinkly, the xlb were good, though at a higher price point per dumpling than dinner tai fung it was hard not to compare (dtf dumplings are smaller and the dough is thinner but they have more flavor and it's cheaper by a little bit). My favorite dish was definitely the mapo tofu. I would probably come back here just for that and to check out some of the other dishes like cashew chicken and crispy tofu. At some point when a ton of people started coming in, a male server started helping out but didn't ask what drink my son was drinking and assumed it was water and poured water into his cup of sprite. I told the server it was sprite so he gave us a new can (but that's also a loss for the them and could have been avoided). I also like getting water with my paid drink since I wasn't getting a refill but halfway through the meal with no beverage I had to ask for a cup of water. They did refill the water a couple times and I didn't have to ask. When we were finished with our meal they offered us sesame balls because of the allergy situation which was a nice touch. We did have to wait a bit for it but it came piping hot so the wait wasn't in vain. The service was attentive but slow as they're still trying to figure out some internal system. I saw a bunch of people coming in for take out so if you live close that may be a good option. I liked eating there overall and will likely come back to try different things.