Lil Dumplings Noodle Bar

Food is so so so GOOD! I see mixed reviews and am shocked! Probably bc I don’t care if I’m greeted or what-not. I honestly don’t want to talk/ I want to order and eat. The food always comes up quick and hottt. I typically add or subtract things and they never care and always get it right. I have ordered everything but the ramen (it’s hot as hell here), and always leave happy. My favorite item is pictured - Dan Dan noodles, minus peanuts, add jammy egg. Ends up $21 and I can eat this for 2-3 meals. (Female in 30s, average build).

I almost skipped this place because of some mixed reviews, but after reading through them, I noticed a lot of contradictions, so I decided to trust my gut and check it out for myself. And I’m so glad I did! My wife and I are big ramen fans, we try it pretty much anywhere we travel, and this cozy little spot totally hit the mark. I ordered the chicken ramen and added a side of their house-made pickled Thai chili sauce… wow. It was flavorful, spicy in the best way, and just what I was craving. I also couldn’t resist trying the pork and leek dumplings, no regrets there! Super tasty. Bonus points to the awesome staff: the person at the register was so kind and patient, happily walking me through the menu and answering questions. Everyone behind the counter was laughing and enjoying themselves, which honestly made the whole vibe even better. You could feel that positive energy in the food. Highly recommend giving this place a shot—it’s a not so hidden gem in a fun food court!

Disappointed and Overpriced We ordered the Dan-Dan Noods for $18, expecting something flavorful and well-prepared. Unfortunately, what we received was far from it. The noodles were undercooked—closer to medium-hard than al dente—and lacked the quality you’d expect at this price point. For $18, you’d at least hope for properly cooked noodles. Overall, not worth the cost or the hype.

We love trying new foods at the garage, but we keep coming back to Lil Dumplings. The flavors are insane, the spice knocks us on our butts. We love it!

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The taste was decent but the noodles did not feel very ramen-y. I need to come back and try again, I ate it bc I was starving but my friend decided not to finish hers. Definitely more fast service than authentic

Tantan ramen was delicious. Great flavor and just the right amount of spice 😋

Had the veggie dumplings. Surpassed expectations, the chili sauce is amazing.