Was craving some soup today for lunch and found this place online and decided to give it a try. I was skeptical at how it would be since they are known for their dumplings (but I wanted the beef noodle soup) decided to go in person instead of ordering online and i'm glad I did after reading some of the reviews that they won't give you sauces on to go orders :/ The place is spacious and has lots of seating. I will agree with some other reviews that stated there's not much of a friendly demeanor from staff (but no one was rude either), honestly as someone that's introverted this was fine sometimes I want to be left alone (and today was one of those days). The beef noodle soup was delicious and the bowl was massive I would 5/5 recommend. The broth was so flavorful, the meat was incredibly tender, and they gave me 3 massive pieces of meat. I thought $19 was steep until I saw the portion and realized this could easily feed 2 people. I plan to go back and try the dumplings, but as it stands I really enjoyed my meal and would recommend :) read more

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Bafang is a Taiwanese restaurant chain with branches in Hong Kong and the United States. I happened to spot the restaurant from the street and decided to have lunch here. I ordered on a kiosk and was surprised when it didn't ask for tip. I went with combo #1- Signature Potstickers (12 pcs) + Soup/Drink. The pork and cabbage potstickers were ok. I would like them to be crispier. I enjoyed the hot & sour soup as it was perfect for the cold rainy day. My bf ordered the pork chop with braised pork belly rice. He enjoyed the pickled mustard greens that came with it. read more

Bafang Dumpling - Taiwanese Near Me - Gardena, California

Bafang Dumplings serves Taiwanese comfort foods, which includes dumplings, wontons, noodles, rice dishes and a few soups. The restaurant is clean and very open. It is a good size with ample seating but there were very few customers. As I ordered take out I don't have much to say about the service except they said "hello', handed me my bag, and went about their business. Not super friendly or welcoming but not rude. I ordered three dishes none of which were bad but not impressive either. The dumplings were dry (staff didn't include any sauce packets nor did they offer any) and the wrapper was too thick for the amount of meat and cabbage inside. The hot and sour soup was neither hot nor sour. The beef noodle soup was probably the better dish. However there was very little beef and what was there was tough and chewy and not digestible. The broth had decent flavor and I liked the pickled vegetables on top. Overall the food is okay but not enough to return to. read more

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Bafang Dumpling is a restaurant chain focuses on dumplings and classic Taiwanese comfort food, delivering a generally solid but not standout experience. The dumplings are decent overall. The wrappers are a highlight--nicely cooked with a silky texture and enough firmness to hold their shape well. The filling, however, could be more satisfying. While it isn't dry, it lacks juiciness and depth, and I found myself wishing the meat had a meatier, more robust bite. Their signature noodle dish, a take on Dan Dan noodles, is another mixed bag. The sauce is rich and pleasantly nutty, which works well at first, and the noodles themselves are cooked al dente. Unfortunately, the aftertaste didn't quite sit right with me and detracted from the overall enjoyment of the dish. All in all, it's a reliable spot for Taiwanese-style dumplings and noodles, with good technique on textures, but the flavors could use a bit more punch to really stand out. read more

Bafang Dumpling - Hot Sour Soup and pan-fried Signature Dumplings - Taiwanese Near Me - Gardena, California

It was my first time here and I'll definitely be back! The dumplings were super juicy, flavorful, and came out hot and fresh. Everything tasted really authentic and comforting. Service was quick and easy, and the spot itself is clean and casual. Such a solid find for a dumpling craving read more

I ordered the #4 combo with comes with signature noodles and 6 pc gyoza. I also got an appetizer from the grab-n-go section next to the cashier. Order at the counter, get a buzzed, and pick a seat. There's free water at the sauce station where you can also DIY your own dipping sauce with soy sauce, vinegar, garlic sauce, and chili sauce. The signature noodles I didn't like the taste of until I added extra vinegar, garlic sauce and chili sauce. The flavor profile just wasn't for me, but that's why it's nice that they have the sauce bar. The noodles were well cooked and texture was nice. It doesn't come with any meat or anything, just green onion. The signature gyoza was pretty good! It has cabbage and pork filling. Kind of oily but eh most gyozas are. The cold side dish was just ok. Don't get the ones with the tofu strings since there was little to no flavor. Very bland. The peanuts were surprisingly good (good texture, salted) but... I mainly got it for the tofu strings. Overall it's not gonna be the best meal ever but it's solid for a quick bite at a reasonable price. There was parking when I went but I wouldn't be surprised if it fills up quick due to all the popular places in the plaza. read more

Bafang Dumpling - #4 combo with cold side dish - Taiwanese Near Me - Gardena, California

We came back for dinner the other night. Husband had the beef noodle soup which is delicious. There are 2 versions of it, and he had the spicier one. It had a generous portion of noodles and tender beef and a couple pieces of turnip. I ordered their pork chop combo which came with a serving of their old fashioned noodles. Pork chop came out first, and we finished it before the noodles were ready. The old fashioned noodles are better than the signature noodles in my opinion. It has a soy sauce flavor as opposed to a sesame flavor. Everything is self service where you order at counter and wait for your buzzer to go off. You pick up your own tray of food and buss your own table when done. There were a few newer dishes on the menu. Prices have gone up since last time we were there. They close pretty early and started locking doors promptly at 9 pm. read more

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TL;DR - the number 8 comes with lemon black tea, old fashion noodle, and bafang pork chop. It's good! The tea is okay. The service at bafang is always decent. They're professional and take their time explaining the different options. They also have a kiosk if you don't want to wait. The typical wait time for your food is about 10-15 min here. Ambiance is more on the quiet/mild noise side. Never had an issue holding a conversation. The food was good. Enough to make you full or even question about saving the rest for later. The noodles are yummy but I can't seem to put my finger on the sauce. The pork chop is delicious too. It always reminds me of Taiwan. It's on the thinner side but this is probably intentional. The drink that comes with it is lemon black tea. It's decent but I wish I could swap it out for one of my other favorites. Either way, it's nice that they include a drink with this :) read more

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Husband recently went here for lunch, and brought me back some of his leftovers, so keep that in mind for this review. Would definitely like to go back to try their food hot and fresh in person. That being said, the wonton soup was tasty! A little bit oily, but light and flavorful. The wontons were soft and juicy, and also had a good flavor to them. The potstickers had a great silky wrapping, and again juicy meat on the inside. Definitely tasty and solid food. I checked the prices online for this particular store and I'd say it's very affordable especially for what you get. Can't wait to try their other menu items like the noodles in the future. read more

Bafang Dumpling - Taiwanese Near Me - Gardena, California

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The food here is delicious and the service is excellent. The ambiance is casual and it's not too busy. This place will be my go to for lunch. The price is not too bad! read more

Bafang Dumpling - Bafang Pork Chop, Hot & Sour soup, Old Fashioned Noodle, and a fountain drink (Brisk Raspberry Iced Tea) - Taiwanese Near Me - Gardena, California

I definitely agree with the most recent review on 2/10 before mine about staff. I would've given four stars as well, but somehow in my most recent visit it just spiraled down to two. I know you don't need to be overly welcoming or friendly to customers, but being polite and accommodating is definitely something that is very important with customer satisfaction. My husband and I have been going to this place regularly, mostly after my 12 hour shifts, or when we're really craving Bafang noodles. We like this location more than the Village Del Amo location because the noodles are more tasty here. I have always ordered mine a certain way too because I really genuinely like their sesame sauce, so I would usually order the Beef Dry noodle with a SIDE of sesame sauce. Almost always until my visit last Monday when my husband asked if I could get a TOGO order before he got home from work. When I came up to order to go for my usual order, the cashier (an older asian man) suddenly told me that I could not have it that way--that I could not order a side of sesame sauce with my Beef Dry Noodle because they do not make it like that, and that it is not meant to be eaten with sesame sauce. That those two sauces don't go together. Okay, well, I like some protein on my noodles and I genuinely enjoy the sesame sauce, so I asked politely if I could just get the sesame noodles by ITSELF with an ADDITIONAL SIDE order of the beef instead. Lo and behold, apparently that was a NO go too! He said that he could not do that too. So, I was pretty much dumbfounded and flustered because I've been ordering Beef Dry Noodle with a side of sesame sauce ever since they came out with the Beef Dry Noodle on the menu--which has been a very long time. Abruptly having it not allowed was very confusing to me. It's what I look forward to when I eat there! As a person I am also very introverted so I shut down; I was silent because I didn't know how else to order it--the cashier had a look of contempt which was not helping at all, and the cogwheels in my head were turning so hard to figure out a way I could just enjoy it the way I wanted to (there was no line behind me and I was the only one ordering this entire time since they just opened 20 mins prior). Then, the cashier guy said that for this one time that he'd do it. A "special order" just for me, but in the future that I could not ask for that EVER again. I was honestly getting irritated because it's not like I am asking for the side to be free, and that statement hurt--all for what? I was just asking for sesame sauce on the side! I am willing to pay for the extra side that is why I AM ASKING FOR IT ON THE SIDEEEEEEEee. Okay sorry, I was genuinely upset--I unfortunately still am when I think back to it. Tbh it's kind of funny since this is just about me trying to enjoy a side sesame sauce THAT I COULDN'T GETttt. Talk about hangry issues. Long story short, my husband told me to not go there by myself to order and to wait for him (he's the same ethnicity) hoping he could clear some air since I was crying on the drive home out of wet genuine anger/frustration because I couldn't enjoy my usual comfort noodles the way I wanted to, but I'm aware I wasted my tears and that to them it's just another day of a dumb customer coming up. The double edged sword of being such a big empath and an introvert--way to bottle up the feels. This world is brutalllll. If you order everything by the menu with no modifications you should be fine. There are self-serve stations for water and some sauces (unfortunately no sesame sauce). You wait with a buzzer and pick up the food when it buzzes! I'm not sure why this visit was so trippy though. Noodles are yummy either way and prices are good--more on the affordable side. read more

Bafang Dumpling is a quick go-to for my family - not only because it's a short drive from my place but it's a healthier fast food option. The Gardena location is where we frequent and anytime we've gone, the place is clean with ample seating. We have also found parking easy even though it's a busy plaza. Our top orders include the Signature Noodles, the pork chop, the Spicy wontons, and the dumplings. Their food tastes pretty good and the flavors have remained the same unlike other places where the flavor tends to differ depending on the cook. I also like that they sell frozen dumplings which are a good to have at home. The only reason this isn't a five star is because their staff can be more welcoming. Even when I've tried to engage them by asking how their day is going, you can tell they really don't want to talk. They are not rude. They just need to be lively and personable. A smile and maybe small talk with customers can go a long way with customer satisfaction. Overall, I would still recommend this for a quick dim sum/noodle fix. read more

I really wanted to like this place cause I love dumplings but it failed me all around. I went in on a Sunday morning to pick up and the staff were not interested in welcoming me. The restaurant was empty (which is a common scene) and the person in front didn't utter a work when I came in. Not personable at all. Finally got my food and the "crispy" dumpling was so limp that it was a joke. The noodles were just spicy with no taste and the spicy dumplings were just that. Spicy. Pork chop was ok a bit overpowering. Atleast I can say I gave it a try. But not coming back. read more

Tried out the Fried Pork Chop - 5/5 Very succulent and juicy! Pickles are a nice touch to balance out. Wonton soup stays consistent! Service Staff - 5/5 Friendly and welcoming read more

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A convenient place that opens late for a quick and affordable meal! The combos give generous amounts of food for a reasonable price. I ordered combo 7, which came with wonton soup and the signature noodles. The wonton soup was comforting and tasty. I wouldn't get the signature noodles again, but that is more of a personal preference, as I am not a fan of sesame paste. Overall, staff was nice and food was served quickly, and the location was very clean, with a spot to return your used trays and trash. read more

Bafang Dumpling - Potstickers - Taiwanese Near Me - Gardena, California

Finished errands early, so wanted Asian food, but not many places were open before 11 AM, so found Bafang on yelp. Decided to give it a try. Was so glad we came. We ordered a dumpling soup combo, a pork chop bowl and a diet coke. What a pleasant surprise to taste the dishes. We are on low sodium diets and none of the items we ordered tasted overly salty. I would come back for more. read more

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We really enjoyed the pan fried dumplings, they were crispy and lightly fried! their spicy dipping sauce is amazing. The steamed dumplings were also very light and juicy. The dry beef noodles were okay, missing a little more flavor. Ordering is easy with a kiosk or at the front. We did have to wait a little bit for food but it came out hot and fresh. There's plenty of space inside and it's very nicely decorated. read more

AFFORDABLE MEAL I come here because I don't feel incredibly unhealthy after eating here. I know it's not good for me either but it tastes fresh and doesn't make me feel clogged like when I eat McDonald's or Carl's Jr. For 13 to 15 bucks you can get a ton of dumplings with a soup/noodle. It's pretty straightforward. This location has a big lot but you may have to park a bit further since most spots are 20 min only or reserved. read more

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My family and I love Asian food, so we're always looking for the next place to try. It's a pretty new comfort food spot that's quick and easy. We ordered the Old Fashioned Noodles with the Kimchi & Pork Dumplings along with the Bafang Signature Noodles that were also paired with the Kimchi & Pork Dumplings. All the food was really good but I wish the dumplings were a little more crispy but it could also be because we took it home to eat. The flavors mix really well together and I would recommend given this place a try. Especially if you're looking for a nice quick and flavorful bite. read more

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This rating is specifically for the wonton soup at Bafang Dumpling. Although I've tried out the dumplings, meat and noodle dishes, the wonton soup is what brings me back every time. It's hot (temperature wise), flavorful, packed full of dumplings and filling. I can have the soup as a meal and be fully satisfied. Sometimes it's a bit of a wait if you don't order in advance and I rarely eat at the restaurant. They do have seating inside and it's always clean. People are friendly and accommodating at the restaurant. We eat here often and get it to go. The packaging is very eco friendly and convenient. read more

I really like the potstickers here cos I like how they are rolled lengthwise! Also I highly recommend ordering the spicy wontons too! read more

Bafang Dumpling - Signature Potstickers, Kimchi Potstickers, Signature Noodles, Spicy Wontons, Hot & Sour Soup, Signature Dumplings & 2 iced teas. @ojbaylen - Taiwanese Near Me - Gardena, California

A Taiwanese chain that has moved its way into SoCal, the Gardena location is my first US experience with Bafang and I was very impressed to say the least. Everything we had was great, highly recommend the beef noodle soup and the pork chop. Everything we had takes me back to Taiwan and classic Taiwanese flavors. I hope Bafang stays here for a long time as it is one of the few Taiwanese places on the west side that is good to eat at. read more

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I Postmated my order so I am only reviewing to go food. Potstickers - 2 1/2 They were ok but I didn't get any sauce. I ordered 18 potstickers but got no sauce. No way to order chili oil either. I have never had this problem with any other restaurant. Spicy wontons - 4 Luckily these came with their own sauce read more

Love this place! Do not love that they've stopped providing any kind of dipping sauce for every single delivery, with no option to add them. The Instagram page is littered with images of dumplings + dips, so why are they not providing them? If I order dumplings from somewhere like Northern Cafe I don't need to worry about whether or not the dips are included because that just will be. read more

Lots of seating and great ambiance! There were also lots of combos to choose from and all at an affordable price. The food was really good and their sauces was a great pair to the noodles. read more

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My local location! I've been here at least 2 times prior to writing, with my last visit being my first time dining in. Food (4.5/5): - Fresh and consistent whether it's for dine-in or take-out. Service (4/5): - Staff is friendly and wait time is at least 10 minutes to receive order. - You can order through tablet. Though, if they could move it at little further from the wall (so there's more shoulder space), it would be more comfortable. Ambience (4.5/5): - Self-serve condiments area is consistently clean. - Sausage-like store layout but has an option for bar/counter seating, which is perfect when dining solo. - Generally feel the location is clean. - Parking is limited. It might be difficult to find parking right in front of the store during peak hours, but there is larger parking (shared with the supermarket) and the walk is less than 5 minutes. Keep up the good work! read more

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I have been driving past this place for the past couple of months and I was craving dumplings from Din Fun Tai, but I didn't want to wait in a long line. There is a kiosk to place order instead at the counter.We had ordered a # 4& a#6 and 2 black lemon boba teas. The #4 comes with a sweet tea. Both teas are very good and I would order the tea again . I was disappointed with the dumplings. The dumplings weren't bad. It was missing the broth to dump them into. I did like the corn dumplings. They were full of corn kernels. I gave this place a try , but I am still craving dumpling read more

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What I loved: the hot and sour soup- excellent! Great balance of flavors and ingredients, plenty of woods ear chopped to just the right fineness. What I didn't love: for dine-in, you just eat out of the take-out containers and there isn't really any concessions to the dine-in experience. I would DoorDash it next time! Our food was SO HOT when we received it, it'll be just right when it is delivered LOL What I was OK with: the dumplings and noodles were fine. The counter service was fine. What I wondered: why is there a photo on the wall with a rainbow of different colored dumplings when they only serve 3 kinds? read more

Bafang Dumpling - My share of Bafang Signature Noodles with Bafang Dumpling Bowl - Taiwanese Near Me - Gardena, California

Honestly, don't get the dumplings here, there's no flavor [even when you get the 'Bafang Signature'] Get the 'Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup' - it's better than pho in my opinion and the beef is soft and melts in your mouth. Dip the meat in either the hot sauce or my favorite, garlic sauce. The flavor of the soup outweighs the lack of taste of dumplings so that's why I still give it 5 stars. Also you don't pay any tip here, which is nice. The store is huge with lots of seating and a Jesus table in the center, which I prefer. Fairly quiet and nice ambiance. read more

Found this place by accident. The place was clean and cooled for hanging out or a date. A lot of parking space. I went there on Monday.I ordered spicy noodles, chicken corn dumpling and wonton soup. It was great,I love it. All staffs are friendly. Yes,I highly recommend this place. read more

Had this twice on a road trip between NorCal and SoCal. The pot stickers are awesome and the chicken cream soup is really good. A combo of 12 potstickers and soup was enough for us to split. Definitely will plan on stopping by when we travel through the area. read more

My first time coming here. I ordered the Mala Beef Noodle Soup. The broth was flavorful and complex but light. You can taste the spices, but not overpowering. Loaded with green onions and cilantro and with just the right amount of kick. The noodles were firm, had good consistency, perfectly cooked. Loaded with big, chunky pieces of beef. My only complaint was the ratio of noodles to broth. I wish they had given more noodles. I also tried the dumplings with cabbage and pork. It was very juicy, and moist. They have different sauces available to build your concoction. Friendly service and very well maintained dining area with plenty of seats available. read more

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So many Taiwanese eateries popping up in the South Bay! This is a late review but better late than never. Bafang Dumpling is from Taiwan and you know it's legit when my mom's friends are excited about the food. We've been a couple of times and have ordered the beef noodle soup both times and it's delicious. My daughter loves the signature dumplings. I love spicy wontons in general and ten to order it whenever I see it on the menu and these did not disappoint. Am I ready to try the other items on the menu? Yes. Am I excited about the new Torrance location? Absolutely. Another review will be coming up soon read more

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Potstickers and dumplings from Taiwan?! Yes please! Bafang Dumpling is such a great addition to Gardena! There's really not other place that sells potstickers and dumplings like this in the area (you'd probably have to go all the way to the 626 area to get anything like this), so it definitely creates some diversity in the South Bay's food scene! They are most known for their potstickers and dumplings. You can order in 6 or 12 pieces. Both potstickers and dumplings come in three different types: Signature, Kimchi and Pork, and Corn and Chicken. The potstickers have that nice crispy side, while their dumplings are steamed. They also have some dry noodle dishes and beef noodle soup. I really like their Signature Noodles! Good flavor and better than their Old Fashioned Noodles (a bit bland), in my opinion. They also have fried pork chop and chili pepper fried chicken. I really like that they have a variety of combos, so you can get two different food items for your meal. It makes ordering easier too! They have lots of seating, but it can get pretty crowded during peak meal times. You order at the counter, and you can grab some of their cold appetizers from the open refrigerator to add onto your meal. They will give you a pager, and when it goes off, you pick up your food at the counter. If you're curious how the potstickers and dumplings are made, they have a window area that you can peek inside and check it out! Bafang Dumpling is located in Gardena Marketplace. The side Bafang is on has a smaller parking lot, but there is ample parking in the larger shopping plaza parking lot if the small one fills up. read more

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Beef noodles were a pretty good size portion and flavor but the soup was luke warm and needed more then one piece if bok choy. Service was good and seating area was clean. read more

Bafang Dumpling - Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup - Taiwanese Near Me - Gardena, California

Solid chain that satisfies the cravings! This is the 3rd location that I've tried, and the food is consistently good. The signature and kimchi potstickers are tasty, crispy, not too oily and the wrappers aren't too thick. Can't go wrong with the old fashioned noodles, the noodles have a great chew with a nice refreshing taste from the cilantro and scallions. The Taiwanese pork chop is a must, and I get it every time. Pork chop is juicy, the outside crust is light and crispy and the flavors are on point! The signature spicy noodle is good too if you like sesame and mala chili spice. Default spice is always on the mild side but you can always ask for more mala chili oil sauce on the side. read more

Bafang Dumpling - Taiwanese Near Me - Gardena, California

Was invited to eat lunch here on a rainy January weekend day for my belated birthday lunch. It was tricky to find parking as this eatery is in a plaza with Panda Express and other restaurants. I was fortunate to find a spot. The service is through a kiosk and you get a number. Our order had taken quite a but of time so they gave a complimentary tea for the wait. Even though it was a rainy day, this place was packed. I liked the dumplings we got. Pork and a veggie ones. The hot and sour soup hit the spot. Overall, everything was okay but, I think for dumplings I would try Din Tai Fung that my yelp friends rave about. read more

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I've always love Taiwanese potstickers, and the ones here tasted just like the ones in taiwan. Unlike most of the potstickers else, the wraps of Taiwanese ones are thinner. They were steamed and pan fried just right, so yummy and crunchy. Love how they have combos, so you can get dumplings/potstickers/noodles with soup/drinks. This store is mostly self served, got our number called relatively fast. Everything we tried including the signature potstickers, corn chowder and hot and sour soup were so good. Will definitely come back whenever we are in the area. read more

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Omg, i came to visit a friend out here. And we chose Bafang again. I could never get over the spicy wonton!!!! So so delicious!!!! And now the new pork chop with rice made my day!!!!! I love love this restaurant. Best decision everrrrr!!!! read more

Bafang Dumpling - Delicious Spicy wonton! - Taiwanese Near Me - Gardena, California

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Found this place on doordash and let me tell you, this is our go to place! Food is reasonably priced and delicious! Here are a few recs: GET THE PORK CHOP!! It's my favorite item here. It was so crispy and flavorful! It kinda reminds me of the flavors I would get for popcorn chicken but in pork chop form. Signature Noodle - the noodles are a nice chewy texture and the sauce kinda tastes like sesame with a slight spice. Spicy wonton - not that spicy but the sauce has an AMAZING flavor, I'll dip my other dumplings into it. read more