One Dragon

"The tiny yet mighty Shanghainese restaurant One Dragon in Chinatown is known for its xiao long bao. And that makes sense because the soup dumplings here are piping hot and filled with savory consomé. Every night, a long line of people clamor for a table as the staff scrambles to accommodate as many people as possible into the small space. Despite being hectic, One Dragon quickly sends out fresh dumplings, hand-pulled noodles, and sauce-drenched pork belly." - gianni greene, chelsea thomas

"For the best soup dumplings and crispy-bottomed bao in Asiatown, no place holds a candle to One Dragon Restaurant. A mom-and-pop shop with just 10 tables, there’s always a wait during peak hours (get there at open to beat the line). Beyond the dumplings, highlights on this Shanghainese menu include braised pork belly, seasonal vegetable plates, and the crispy red bean dessert." - Minh Truong, Mai Pham, Eater Staff

"Shanghai-style cooking is front and center at this hole-in-the-wall Asiatown spot. The menu highlights Chinese staples such as xiao long bao to braised pork belly. Repeat visitors know to order the less-heralded dishes. The braised eggplant and scallion pancakes are the perfect complements to any order." - Brittany Britto Garley, Lane Gillespie

"Shanghai-style cooking is front and center at this hole-in-the-wall Asiatown spot. The menu highlights Chinese staples such as xiao long bao to braised pork belly. Repeat visitors know to order the less-heralded dishes. The braised eggplant and scallion pancakes are the perfect complements to any order." - Brittany Britto Garley, Lane Gillespie

"Chinatown’s worst-kept secret might be the xiao long bao at One Dragon. Made-to-order and steaming hot,. each soup dumpling is thin and silky, filled with light, savory broth and tender minced pork dumplings. Order as many as possible (you will want more), but don’t skip out on the crispy bottom bao and bowls of braised pork belly in sweet sauce. Try to visit One Dragon early on a weekday, otherwise you will have to wait outside for a table. What to order: xiao long bao, crispy bottom pork bao, braised pork belly" - chelsea thomas, gianni greene