Food is good value and came out fast. Dumplings are pretty large, but I'd still say you need more than a single thing per person - we got a tray of dumplings each and shared the tofu (which was especially good!). I also appreciated that the vegetarian and peanut-containing options were noted on the menu.
Yes. It is open. Can takeout or sit in (take out has been quick, and kind). Good dumplings. Lots of flavor. I've been 3 times now, and it's consistently good (i wouldn't say stunning, but it's been consistently good, as expected). I've been getting dandan noodles, shanghai soup dumplings, some regular dumplings and pea sprouts or green beans.
We used to stop at this place before every Outsidelands, a long time ago, in a galaxy far far away. The spicy dumplings were spicier and the garlic noodles were more garlicky...or maybe its nostalgia wrapped up with the music fest. The soup dumplings were still solid. Not bad, but not great.
Went for lunch today while doing laundry up the street. Simple delicious food. Garlic broccoli over rice. Perfect everything. Wish I lived in the neighborhood!
I was soooooo excited to try New Dumpling King after many friends recommended it! Food was great until about halfway through our takeout meal, my partner found plastic wrapper cooked into his chicken….. ???
Visually, the food looks somewhat appetizing, but unfortunately it's not palatable.1/5 The noodles tasted sour, the meat wasn't fresh either. Almost as if it were leftover from the night before, tossed into the wok and reheated.3/5 The filling of the soup dumplings was ok, a bit bland, but XLB was the "best" item.2.5/5 Pan fried dumplings could've been fried a bit longer, but I've definitely had worse.Out of all the excellent choices in the city there's no need to return here. I dined in as well, the vibe is extremely depressing. The kid working as the host and who is essentially the face of the restaurant didn't even want to be there.There's just no pride and it's obvious that this spot is coasting off of takeout and uber eats orders. Good luck!
Came here once before and decided to get a quick dinner for pickup. We were really disappointed with the quality of the food, prob won’t be coming back. Gives frozen food vibes tbh
I don't give out too many 3-star reviews. Long wait time for a pickup order. Not good communication from staff. And, most importantly, the food is middle-of-the-road.
Decent Chinese fare on Balboa. I would come back for the Bao baos, for sure. The dan dan noodles, portion was huge but not my favorite. The kiddos enjoyed the sweet and sour chicken.
Everything was good from their Shanghai steam XLN to their Chinese sautés. Course don’t forget their yummy mochi desserts!