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Abundance Culinary

4.1 (106 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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Erin C.

Fantastic experience here at Abundance Culinary with a group of 8. The instructor for the Dumpling class was knowledgeable, demonstrated her expertise, and had a great sense of humor during our class. She modeled each step with instructions and background info which was so interesting! She did not hesitate to walk around to each table/group during the class to demonstrate and re-explain how to make the different folds of the dumplings. The ambience and renovated old diner is super cool right when you walk in to the building! Will be looking for more cooking classes to attend!

Aria J.

Food is good, but not for picky eaters. The chef is brilliant and has introduced me to new flavors. Come here for adventure and to try new things. I love the fact that they have turned this old diner into a chic atmosphere. Floor is sticky. Pro tip: ask about ingredients before ordering.

Fresh fragrant fish
Amy J.

Transformed since I was here months ago. Now have space over the entire building versus just the one side. Reservations only now for dinner. Packed while I was there. Variety dumplings ran out and were very greasy. Highlight was the roasted pumpkin dish. It was stellar! Both savory and sweet but soft and crunchy textures side by side. Masterfully done. The twice cooked pork was good. Kinda gamey but overall very well cooked with delicious sticky white rice. Still sad their cocktails are all batched. Just like last time, my cocktail this time tasted non alcoholic and mostly just like sugar. Meh. Overall if you stick to the main food menu you cannot go wrong.

Dumpling sampler
Shervani P.

Recently visited Abundance for the first time and we were a bit underwhelmed. We ordered the dumpling sampler for an app and they were able to sub out the beef dumpling for another of our choice due to dietary restrictions which was very nice. The pork was definitely our fave! For mains we ordered the Dan Dan noodles and the char siu. The noodles were good, but a bit peanut heavy. The char siu was a bit of a disappointment. The meat was so tough and dry it was hard to eat. The staff was very kind and the atmosphere was nice though.

Ethan F.

Had the dumpling sampler, beef main dish, sour and sweet noodles, and the sour fish soup. Dumpling skin is way too thick. Flavors weren't bad, but leaned towards the salty side. The sour fish soup was by far the best dish, but the glass noodles in there were extremely salty from sitting in the broth for so long. They tasted like they were sitting in the broth soaking it up, and were extremely salty as a result. Beef main dish was good, large portions, but the beef was very dry. The noodles weren't bad, but the toopings themselves were not cohesive at all with the dish. After eating the noodles, you're left with a bunch if random salty toppings that we didn't finish. Overall, very cool place with nice staff, interior design, and exterior. But the food was quite disappointing. Even if this place is a reimagined chinese diner, they have a ways to go to make their food taste good and retain more customers in the area. Would not come back. Also pricey.

Pork belly
Kate L.

Abundance has the besttttt dumplings :) Until recently I had only gotten takeout, but I was excited to finally sit down and eat in the restaurant. We were seated at the bar, and the lighting/vibes were great for a date night. The food was excellent - we got the dumpling sampler, pork belly, and the new tomato noodle dish. The dumplings remain my favorite, but all were delicious. The pork belly was crispy as opposed to soft, making it basically feel like fancy bacon. It was a busy Saturday night, and the waitstaff seemed a bit overwhelmed, but they were all very friendly and we were ultimately able to get everything we needed. Excited to go back and try even more!

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Keith M.

We went to "Abundance Culinary" once a couple years ago for lunch. Really enjoyed ourselves and always planned to return. Well we finally made it. We returned for dinner this time and we're really glad we did. If you head to Lee Rd in Cleveland Hts you will find several very good establishments south of Cedar Rd. But if you go a few blocks north of Cedar you will come upon a cute little stainless steel diner right out of the 1950's. You have arrived at "Abundance Culinary". Modern Chinese concept curated by Executive Chef Liu Fang. Upon entering we were greeted by a very kind and professional gentleman who immediately seated us at a comfortable table in the center of the restaurant where we were quickly greeted by Nathaniel, a marvelous young man with a ready smile and quick whit. He introduced himself, filled our water and introduced their sommelier. A pleasant woman with a friendly demeanor. She explained the evenings offerings without appearing condescending. Her suggestions were spot on. The staff worked together all evening like a fine tuned machine. At any moment someone would suddenly appear at our table to satisfy our every desire. Our meal started with the "Dumplings Variety Sampler" which gave us 2 of each of the available 4 different dumplings. They were an excellent start... flavorful, with just a touch of spice yet not too filling. I followed that with the "Lamb Shank" perfectly prepared and loaded with flavors. My wife & brother had the "Wagyu Xiao Chao Beef" which they said was excellent. My sister in law had the "Dan Dan Noodles" which was full of flavor but a little too spicy for her taste. We followed our meal with an excellent cup of coffee and the "Chinese Cobbler". It was a marvelous evening with exceptional service and wonderful food. We will definitely return and you should do yourself a favor and pay them a visit.

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Keith A.

Abundance was a great experience! The food was very very good, very flavorful and well balanced salt/spice. The workers were very kind and attentive and the atmosphere was very cool. I personally wouldn't recommend the dumplings but everything else we ordered (ginger gai lan, lazi chicken, and china hot wings) was absolutely wonderful! There was a bit of a delay getting our food but it might've been a one off moment. I would 100% return and recommend!

New corner
Olga N.

Abundance Culinary (A Bun Dance) is a locally well known Modern Chinese cuisine restaurant. Chef Liu Fang is well supported by the local chef community. Abundance operates in a diner space with half retro diner/half restaurant vibes. This provides guests with "choose your own journey" options - casual or more fancy. I visited Abundance a few times. My latest visit was on a fall feeling eve when I was craving some comfort food and hot tea. NEW THINGS: If you haven't been here for awhile or at least since the parting with the Rising Star, you'll discover subtle changes. Abundance is now growing into their entire space. Former Rising Star corner was replaced with ritzy intimately lit corner perfect for quaint dinner dates. A wall was actually removed to create this cozy corner. The menu was uplifted, now includes a more expansive list of cocktails (like Abundance Old Fashioned), wines, and dishes (predominantly small plate). The prices are now higher. FOOD: Abundance food is unlike what you'll experience at other Chinese restaurants. You won't find traditional rice and sides, but rather play on Chinese food - innovative flavors and sauces. It's a modern and very spicy nod to Chinese food. The main dish at the restaurant is buns. I feel very conflicted about the buns. They taste amazing and flavorful at any events Abundance partakes in. At the restaurant they all have the same flavor and base spice. There's no distinction between different ones. Buns are traditionally a morning food so you'll find them only during restricted hours. You won't find them after 5 PM on a weekday. MY LATEST ORDER: - Oolong Tea ($5) - Served hot and is very light. I like my tea scorching hot so it wasn't hot enough for me. I still enjoyed slowly sipping it. It was extraordinarily cold inside so tea really helped. Pricey for one cup of tea. - Dumplings Variety Sampler (8 for $18) - This is an appetizer. Includes two of each type - Sichuan Sausage, Beef with Cilantro, Lamb & Tomato, and Summer Garden. They appear on your plate in the order of spiciness which is a fun concept. If you're not a spice lover like me, you won't enjoy your appetizer plate. They are served on the bed of overwhelming amount of spicy oil sauce which makes all of them spicy. If I had to order dumplings again I'd order Lamb & Tomato, probably pass on the rest. If you'll enjoy the dumplings, you can sign up for Dumpling club to bring your favorites home. - Hainan Chicken ($13) - This is an appetizer. Soupy concoction in a tiny plate packing a lot of spice. Chicken is nicely tender. Not at all worth the price due to the amount of ingredients and plate size. - Water - The iced water served to me tasted very salty. Not sure why, but I think it was due to the ice cubes. SERVICE: The service is friendly. The manager checks on guest experience. The servers explain the new menu. There was an issue with my check QR code not working but it was resolved. Overall, the restaurant is not my favorite. I feel that most of the dishes taste either redundant in terms of spice or too spicy. I haven't found a favorite dish. I get an impression of unfinished state - in terms of dishes, atmosphere, and service. If you're into spicy foods, this place will quickly become your favorite.

Kevin R.

Transcendent meal. Chef Liu Fang has taken the authentic flavors and ideas of China and brought them to life in a new way. After living in China for nearly a decade, I generally don't expect US Chinese cuisine to capture real Chinese flavors. Abundance Culinary was just incredible. The Honey Ma wings are tough to top, and I've never had Chinese peppercorns to fresh and fragrant. That numbing sensation is pure happiness. Gong Bao Brussel Sprouts are crack. The Ginseng Chicken is hearty and warming. Wagyu Xiao Chao Beef and Lazi Chicken are both crowd favorites for good reason. Turns out my 11yo daughter likes Lamb Shank. Who knew? The space is so warm and inviting, there can't be too many 1940s train car diners living as top shelf Chinese Restaurants. Abundance Culinary is truly in a class of its own.

Dan Dan noodles (top), scallion noodles (bottom)

Ambiance: 10/10; unique setup in a metal diner car style with classy dim red lighting and interesting decor Service: 10/10; the owner was very welcoming and helpful with the menu questions Food: 8/10 - dumpling sampler (9/10): the dumpling was cooked well, with a chewy texture and good taste. The 4 flavors were arranged in order of spice. The fillings were very well seasoned and different from one another. Overall solid dumplings, I'd like just a bit more pop in flavor in the vegetarian piece. - scallion noodles (7/10): the noodles were very well cooked but I think the dish falls a bit flat for me. For a simple dish it does the job but I was expecting a bit more in the flavoring (I needed to drench it in the chili oil, which by the way was great). Overall some more spice and umami was desired

Eileen O.

I've been dying to come here and I finally did! The menu is not just your normal Chinese dishes, but elevated. Although the restaurant sits in a diner looking spot which is odd for the cuisine served, BUT it's cute. Everything just seems to work out here! It seems like the menu rotates out pretty often from what our server mentioned. We had the Variety Dumpling Sampler, Spicy Fragrant Fish, and Ginger Sesame Chicken. All sharable items, which is honestly a great way to try multiple dishes!

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Delicious food and cool atmosphere. I had dumplings, which were very tasty. Can't wait to return!

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