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This place is soooo good! I didn't expect it to be this tasty and the service is quick. I was meeting a good friend for lunch and she suggested dumplings. I walked in and messaged her it was busy. She reassured me that the line goes quickly. She was not wrong. Also, she told me how there is no tipping, very similar to places that are out of country with no tipping. That was interesting. I got the braised pork chops and signature dumplings. My friend got the signature noodles and signature potstickers. She let me try her noodles and it was full of flavor. Next time I want to try the fried chicken and the beef noodle soup.
Great spot for a quick bite or something warm! The dumplings and potstickers and juicy with a sauce bar on the side for garlic sauce, soy sauce, chili, vinegar options. The beef noodle soup is packed with tons of cilantro, tender beef and springy noodles. The service was fairly quick to get the food with a good amount of seats available indoor and outdoor.
Practical option and yummy. Relatively healthy. The interior is clean and spacious. No muss no fuss quick eats.
Love coming here for work lunches. It gets really crowded around lunch time so I definitely recommend pre-ordering online. Their signature noodles and beef dry noodles are amazing but I find the potstickers a bit too oily and heavy. Get their noodles!
Located in Santa Clara Square, parking is plentiful but availability is limited. The line moves pretty quickly. 4. Signature noodle and potstickers (4/5): so delicious. The noodles were super chewy and the sauce was good too. Good spice level that made it very enjoyable without suffering too much. Weird that our order was split into 2 pickups but overall a pretty organized system. You get a pager and it goes off when your order is ready. Tap to pay is accepted. Overall, Bafang Dumpling has some delicious food at a good price.
I love the Mala noodles! I did a take out order. These are Szechwan pepper noodles - they cause a numbing effect on the tongue. Since it was a to go order, I don't have any comments about the ambiance. I will need to go back with a group of friends, so I can try more dishes!
I highly recommend this spot! The food is comforting and satisfying. I ordered the signature noodles, pork chop over rice, and beef noodle soup. The signature noodles were chewy and had a nice spicy kick. My favorite was the pork chop over rice. The pork chop was marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, and there were also pieces of pork belly that were tender and fatty. The dish came with sliced cucumbers and pickled mustard greens, which complemented the pork really well. This was the most balanced of all the dishes I ordered. Lastly, the beef noodle soup had a light broth that wasn't particularly deep in flavor, but it was overall quite oily. The meat portion was generous, and the noodles had a nice chewy texture. The interaction with staff is minimal. You order with staff at the counter but you pick up the food yourself and bus your own table. The restaurant is very spacious and there was plenty of seating.
Stopped by Bafang Dumpling and really enjoyed it! The restaurant is clean, bright, and welcoming, and the potstickers were absolutely delicious with a crisp on the outside and a good filling. For all my dietary restriction buddies, the ingredients for the signature potstickers contain pork, cabbage, and green onions/chives. I actually had to dissect one to figure it out since it wasn't obvious at first and the ingredients are not listed on the menu. Service was great and the ordering/pickup is very well organized with a pager system. I also tried the pork chop, which was tender, flavorful, and made for a really satisfying meal. Definitely a spot I'd come back to!
Love that Bafang Dumpling is a fast casual spot so we can satisfy dumpling cravings quickly. Their online ordering system is also super easy and quick so you can place your order ahead of time and then grab and go, or dine in at one of the many tables. There's also a condiment bar where you can dispense your own sauces as needed, and all utensils and bowls are self-serve. You can't go wrong with any of their dumplings or noodles. We got a couple of combos and a rice box, and the dumplings, potstickers, and noodles definitely hit. The wontons and rice box were underwhelming, but we needed a safe food for our toddlers (rice is life when you're a small human). Overall, pretty good experience. Ample seating and space inside, easy ordering, and tasty food.
The first Bafang in California opened near the run down Puente Hills Mall. I've been there a couple of times. I knew that they were like a fast food restaurant serving up some fast and cheap food. It surprised me that we decided to try them while on a recent business trip because I've never been impressed. I was impressed with this location. They are located in a nicer shopping center in Santa Clara with a Whole Foods and lots of nice restaurants. Surprisingly I visited twice on a recent business trip because I wasn't too hungry and didn't want to spend too much. Parking is almost impossible for this restaurant. Bafang was less then 5 minutes of driving from my hotel, but took over 20 minutes of looking for a parking spot. The dumplings and potstickers have a pork and cabbage filling. All the Taiwan natives in Southern California say it reminds them of Taiwan. I'm not a native. I think they are okay and won't go out of my way for it. Their combos are nicely priced for a cheapskate like me. With the hotel feeding my wife and I half a dinner, we didn't have to order much. I liked their noodles more than their dumplings. I don't like their cabbage filling. When you want cheap, you get cabbage. They are in a good location where you can't park in the evenings. The food is cheap and okay. I might visit again when on another business trip in the area.
I came here with a couple of friends and we decided to order a bunch of things to try: - pork chop w/ pork belly rice bowl - bafang signature noodle - signature dumplings - signature potstickers - corn chowder We liked the potstickers the most but they weren't crispy but food came out pretty fast!
Bafang is a massive Taiwanese QSR chain, and the experience feels more like fast food than a dumpling shop. The pork-and-cabbage potstickers had thin wrappers and an attractive crispy lattice, but the filling was bland and tasted mass-produced. I called in my order 20 minutes ahead, yet they were already lukewarm when I arrived. Frankly, I've had better frozen dumplings from Ajinomoto. The hot-and-sour soup contained plenty of tofu, mushrooms, pork, and bamboo shoots, but lacked vinegar, white pepper, and chile heat. The Sichuan wontons and signature noodles were much better and traveled well. Also, beware of the parking. The lot is chaotic, with drivers fighting over spaces, double-parking, and blocking aisles with their hazards on. Between the disappointing signature dumplings and the aggravation of getting into the plaza, I wouldn't return.
I made a DoorDash order and I was excited to try them out. I've never been to Bafang, based on what I heard about the congested parking situation and the crowded patrons, so I'm really glad that I can give them a try without the burden. The experience with the food was just ok. I ordered a mini wonton soup and a pack of 6 signature dumplings. The wonton soup tasted ok, the soup got the umami flavors as you get from MSG, but I had no MSG reactions afterwards; unfortunately, all the wonton were broken. The wrappings were thin, but they all broke, leaving the meatball fillings floating around. The steamed dumplings also tasted ok. Although the wrapping looked thick, it didn't have that chewy gluten texture that I dislike. I found the fillings tasted fine, but there's this sense of air and space b/w the wrapper and the fillings. My friend echoed my feelings and said she always felt like not eating enough substances when eating their dumplings for hot pot. I also tried one potsticker, not bad, but potstickers are just not great for take-out, as they easily lose the crispiness, and the oil could overwhelm the dumplings. I'm not happy with their take-out packaging, as all the potstickers were left in various boxes without markings. We were so confused by which was which, and my friend had to sniff inside each box to find her kimchi potsticker. lol I also tried a piece of beef from the beef noodle soup. The beef was soft, but it lacked flavor compared to Flaming Ox.
Walking into the place is impressive. The space is big and well lit but not overwhelming. It is also super clean including the restrooms. We ordered the signature noodles with veg dumplings and the beef noodle soup. The person who helped us was very helpful and giving his opinion on what to order. I really enjoyed the veg dumplings. The "meat" inside was more for texture, but still a great flavor and the wrapper was very well made. Don't forget the sauce for the dumplings! It really added so much flavor. I also liked the signature noodles and realized after it had sesame in it which I usually don't enjoy, but it was great in this dish. My husband loved his beef noodle soup. The portion was huge and they did not skimp out on the meat. He said the meat was very tender and flavorful. Next time, I want to try the other options they have! read more
The score is closer to a 3.5/5 that I had trouble deciding between 3 and 4. I ordered the signature noodles, signature potstickers, and signature dumplings. I really liked the spicy noodles. They had a great flavor. However, like some other reviews, I thought that both the dumplings and potstickers kind of just lacked flavor. They were just okay. The restaurant is pretty spacious with plenty of seating and a sauce bar. I think if I try this place again, I would try the pork chop with braised pork belly rice and see if that was better. read more
8 months ago
We decided to try a new spot for lunch. You walk in and wait in line for someone to take your order. Then you find a table to sit down and wait for your order number to be called. The overall atmosphere inside is crowded, almost all the tables taken. They have bigger tables but you would expect to share tables with strangers. The menu option is decent with several potsticker and dumping options as well as noodle soup. Overall we enjoyed all of our dishes and did not leave much behind. I will say the noodle soup was a bit on the oily side. My kids loved rhe potstickers. I would recommend this place as it is worth a try. read more
One of my now favorite Taiwanese spots in the Bay!! Reason being is because they have some amazing noodle dishes and vegetarian dumplings are so so delicious! Once you circle the block a bit and find a spot to park you'll see that the space is actually huge and there's plenty of seating. My friends and I ordered the spicy fried chicken, Bafang signature and MaLa spicy noodle dishes, green beans (non-veg) from the hot bar, and the veggie dumplings and potstickers and the chicken and corn potstickers. All were delicious but the standouts were the veggie potstickers and the noodles!! Would come back for takeout and get just these items because they were quite good. There's also a huge sauce bar and other items in the hot bar that's worth checking out. Can't wait to be back. read more
I had to check out this spot after seeing so many videos online and luckily, my friends and I were in the area one day. Between the 3 of us (one is vegetarian), we shared the corn and chicken dumplings, the veggie potstickers, garlic green beans, the bafang signature noodles, and the spicy mala noodle. All were delicious, but I would say the standout was their signature. I mean, it's called signature for a reason. I did think for a veggie potsticker, those were nice and crispy with a good amount of flavor. NOTE - the garlic green beans actually have meat in them. I don't think this was very obvious and we didn't discover it until after eating some of it. Overall, I enjoyed the food and spot for what it was: a fast, casual dumpling and noodle spot. I would definitely love to come back and try their Taiwanese beef noodle dish, which everyone was ordering, but I wouldn't say the spot was anything extraordinary. It's definitely a great spot for a small family craving noodles and/or dumplings or a spot to grab a quick lunch. read more
Feeling like a Taiwanese fast food style. Ordering at the counter, picking up, enjoy the food and cleaning up after. Big portion for the price, I like the pork chop and the noodle soup. Dumplings was a little too doughy for my liking Overall it's a good budget friendly place for Taiwanese food Store is big with a lots of seating. read more
There was a lot of excitement around Bafang opening up here -- it's a well-known spot in Taiwan and their SoCal locations are loved too -- but unfortunately it was a bit disappointing for me. We tried the beef noodle soup, fried pork chop, and the Bafang signature potstickers (pork & cabbage). The beef noodle soup was too sweet for my taste, and the pork chop had the same overly sweet flavor. The potstickers were the best of the three, but even then, it really wasn't anything special. I was really hoping this Taiwanese spot would hit the mark, but it just didn't. It's a casual dining setup where you order at the counter and seating is first-come-first-serve. Most of their food items come in disposable containers as well. I might come back to try a few other dishes, but it's not a place I'd go out of my way for. read more
9 months ago
Was it good? It was decent. Was the price fair? It def was a decently cost meal esp in this economy. Would I come back? Yeah I'd come back mostly bc of the price. My friends and I shared a couple of dishes and it ended up totally around 40-45 dollars which is not bad for three people (and we were very full). We got: signature dumplings + potstickers + hot n sour soup combo, kimchi dumplings, signature noodles, pork w pork sauce rice. The highlights: pork chop w/pork rice - I loved the rice on this, the extra meat sauce does wonders on this dish. My main gripe was that I wished there was an extra slice of pork chop esp w the rice to meat ratio Bafang signature noodles - this was a fan favorite amongst my friends and I. We really enjoyed this - the noodles were seasoned very well, and had a a very addicting flavor Kimchi dumplings - this was an unexpected favorite they were soooo juicy and the flavors was def great paired w some soy sauce. Tho next time I'm gonna get the potsticker version bc I prefer the skin on the potstickers The mehs (but could be convinced to get again) Signature dumplings - these were okay, the skin was a bit too thick to my liking for dumplings and the filling was just okay. I like this paired with the garlic sauce and the vinegar Signature potstickers - I liked the skin and it was easy to eat, but I def wish I got a different filling in it. The filling was just okay. The crisp of the skin wasn't that crispy (if you prefer more crispy potstickers) Would not get again: Hot and sour soup: this one was neither hot nor that sour. I would pass on this and try the other soup next time Overall, for the price point it's a really decent meal. And they def had a couple of highlights within the meal. But for a place that's called Bafang dumplings - I had a bit higher expectations for dumplings. read more
First of all, I really like the location of this store and how neat, clean, and spacious it is inside. Second, the concept and menu combo reminds me of American fast food chain but serving dumpling & noodles, portion and price were decent as well. Service was quick and staffs seems friendly. I got combo 5: 12 pieces of signature dumpling & corn chowder, a side of spicy wontons, and wonton soup. The dumpling was really good, it was seasoning just right, the taste of fillings and the texture of wrappers was on point. Between the two soups, I'm honestly prefer the corn chowder better, it tasted a little bit sweet but really enjoyable. Meanwhile the wonton soup was pretty oily, it taste pretty balance and I understand the layer of oil on top were supposed to keep the soup hot for a longer time but it was too oily for my taste. The wonton itself was not good, I think the wrapper they used is the same one with their dumplings, it's too thick for wonton and it got mushy later on. The spicy sauce for the wonton were alright. Overall, it was an Okay experience for my first visit. I definitely will comeback when I'm around the area to try their signature pot sticker and noodles dishes, then update my review. read more
Bafang has locations throughout California, particularly in SoCal. This Santa Clara location is the first in the Bay Area. The plaza has plenty of parking, and inside there is a lot of seating, so it does not feel cramped even when busy, but note they do not have tables for huge groups over 4 people, was funny seeing the group of 6 people squeezing in the table next to me. The soup was good and flavorful without being overly salty, which I appreciated. The portions of meat and noodles felt on the smaller side, especially considering it served in a wide bowl filled with a lot of soup. It does somewhat look generous in portions at first, but it does not quite match the shallow bowl depth. The potstickers were tasty, but were surprisingly tiny. I could easily eat 12 pieces on my own whereas 6 pieces would normally be enough at other spots for an appetizer. Since this is a new location, everything feels efficient and well run. I received my food within 5 minutes of ordering despite the restaurant being packed. The staff is quick and knows what they are doing. The tables are kept clean and the staff usually give some freebie to kids. The restaurant self service, so be prepared to grab your food, utensils, sauces, and to clear your own table. Overall a convenient and organized spot with good beef soup, but the portion sizes may leave you wanting a bit more. read more
1 year ago
4.5 STARS Is the food at Bafang Dumpling amazing? No. But, it's pretty damn good for their prices. And, they have a tip-free policy which saves you even more $. Tho I thought the staff deserved a tip, they were friendly and hella hustling (place was mobbed). Soft opening last week is Bafang Dumpling 八方雲集 in Santa Clara Square Marketplace. Founded by a husband and wife team, they've grown to be a very popular Taiwanese franchise with over 1,100 locations (mainly in Taiwan). This is their first NorCal location and they aim to be a Chinese-style McD with more locations to come. Open for takeout, indoor dining, and outdoor dining. Online ordering not live yet. M E N U Specialty: Potstickers and Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup. They also have an array of boiled dumplings, dry noodles, rice bowl, bento, combo meals, and sides. Dumplings and noodles are house made. Bags of frozen dumplings available for purchase. No customization. For grand opening weekend (11/14-11/16), they'll have freebies for the first 150 customers (T-shirt, cooler bag, etc). No promos for the soft opening. F O O D * Bafang Signature Potstickers 招牌鍋貼 (12 pc-$12.95) The crispy golden bottoms were a great contrast to the soft chewy top. Savory pork and cabbage filling. Freshly made, hot and delicious. Make your own sauce at the condiment station: soy sauce, black vinegar, sesame oil, garlic sauce, and chili sauce. * Chili Pepper Fried Chicken 椒麻雞 ($9.25) Well marinated, juicy thigh cutlet but the batter was too thick with the bottoms soggy. Would not order again. * Pork Chop w/ pork belly rice bowl 排骨滷肉飯 ($12) The marinated pork chop is flavorful and juicy with an ever so slight crisp, served over braised minced pork belly and perfectly cooked rice. The preserved mustard greens and fresh cucumbers created a balanced meal. SO good! * Noodles - Bafang Signature 招牌乾麵 ($7.95) - Mala Noodle 紹辣乾麵 ($7.95) Great noodle texture, fresh, bouncy, and satisfyingly QQ. Flavor-wise, I couldn't really tell the difference between the signature and mala. The málà numbing spice was too mild for both. Wished they had chili oil in the condiment station to amp up the heat. A trendy Italian resto would charge $20-$24 for a basic spicy tomato pasta so not going to complain much. S E R V I C E Friendly and efficient. Arrived 10 minutes before opening with a line of 15 people ahead and a bunch of seated customers waiting for their food. It was 10 minutes to order and our order was ready in 17 minutes (given buzzer). A M B I A N C E Modern casual with seating for 50 inside and about 10 tables in the patio. Top 40s playlist. The drink + condiment station are near the main entrance which makes entering/leaving difficult. They need to move it to the left of the cashiers where there's little foot traffic. P A R K I N G Hot mess. Overall, the food at Bafang Dumpling was solid for the price point (fresh, not highly processed). In this economy, they would be my regular go-to if I lived in the South Bay. With rapid expansion, I hope they consider opening in The City at Stonestown or Lakeshore Plaza, or in Daly City at SerraManila! read more
Went to the grand opening. I was one of the first 150 and spent over $35 so I got a voucher for free combo meal for next visit within a month, t shirt, and a cooler bag. The lady behind me advised against the kimchi potstickers. She said they were too oily and for potstickers you have to eat them on site or they are no good. Pretty spacious, fast service, good food. I ordered food to go. Signature Frozen dumplings 50/$20- 4/5 the outer shell is good and chewy. Filling or pork and cabbage was tasty. Crunchy big pieces of cabbage. Taiwanese beef noodle soup: 4/5 flavorful but not the typical broth I am used riz noodles had a good consistency and they have big pieces of beef. They have a self serving sauce station. The garlic sauce was good. I will be back. read more
You order at the counter and find a spot to bring your tray of food. Service was pretty fast and efficient I got combo #4, which came with 6 potstickers and the Bafang signature noodle. The potstickers were not good in my opinion, as it barely had a crunch and the filling was pretty flavorless. It was honestly disappointing. The noodles were good. They had a spicy mala sauce and the texture of the noodles was good Overall, I'd give this meal a 5/10. Some bad, some good which balances it out to be average. The total price of my meal was $16.10, so not the worst by Bay Area standards. I would come again though to try something new. The beef noodle soup and pork chop looked good so I'll have to try out read more
We finally tried this new Ba Fang in Santa Clara. I had first heard about this chain when I went to the one in San Diego and the food was pretty good. Today I ordered combo #1 with 12 potstickers and a bowl of Corn chowder and my husband ordered the beef noodle soup. The portions were pretty good. Yes the pot stickers are not crunchy (from another review), but it was still tasty. The beef noodle soup is not as flavorful as Duan Chun Zhen, but I liked that they didn't overcook the meat and the taste is fairly Taiwanese. It was way better than Mian in Cupertino which we just had a few days ago. The soup was not so salty! We got here before 11:30am on a Saturday and parking was not too easy. Next time we may need to try the parking structure across the street. There were a lot of families with younger children and tables were full. I would definitely return and try other items on the menu soon. read more
Came here for the soft opening and it was quite busy. We waited in line for 20 minutes, considering the line, it was fast, and efficient. Food took about another 20 minutes but it was delicious! I ate the signature noodles, sesame noodles, and veggie dumplings. Everything was so delicious! The dumplings were so good I didn't even need sauce. Very moist! Personally I preferred the signature noodles, I'm just not a seed/nut flavor person, but sesame were still good. The spice on signature was so good. Noods are sooo fresh!! And perfect texture! The inside is so clean and spacious! Many vegetarian options and pet friendly patio! read more
Last Tuesday, I used my day off to do a food tour. Based on positive reviews, I visited Bafang Dumpling. I ordered the signature dumping, and yes, it was yummy. Not the best of the best, but one of the best places to enjoy good dumplings. The service was just acceptable. I understand because it was crowded, and the servers got tired. Cannot force you guys to do too much. Overall, 8.5/10 will be your grade. Nice job read more
10 months ago
This is such a nice and clean location! They have good value meal deals. Service is fast as well. We ordered a little bit of everything to try and I can definitely recommend most dishes on their menu. While the dumplings are yummy, they weren't crispy at all we got them, which was a shame. But overall flavor was still there. Get the beef noodle soup, any of their dry noodles, and the wonton soup the next time you're here. read more
10 months ago
Glad to see that Bafang has expanded to the Bay! A solid spot for some quick Taiwanese food and dumplings. There was a line to order when we arrived and the restaurant was quite crowded, but the line moved quickly and service was fast. Most of the food comes in takeout containers even if you're dining in, which isn't the most eco-friendly but makes it super convenient for takeout. I love that they have combo options and fair prices. There's also a small sauce station for customizing your dumpling experience. They also sell frozen dumplings! What we tried: Taiwanese beef noodle soup - did not disappoint! Such a hearty, flavorful bowl of beef noodle soup, the noodles were cooked well and were so chewy, and they were pretty generous with the beef pieces Pork chop with braised pork belly rice - one of my favorites! The pork chop was seasoned so well and was so tender, paired with such yummy braised pork belly rice - perfection! Bafang signature noodle - the noodles were chewy and the sauce tasted like a peanut + mala source, good, but I'd probably go for other options next time Signature potstickers - loved how crispy they were at the bottom! A tad bit too oily for me but delicious and juicy regardless Bafang signature dumplings - such a classic dumpling! I devoured these soo fast Kimchi and pork dumplings - I like the signature dumplings better but glad to have tried these as well Wonton soup - we really loved the broth - it was so comforting and perfect for a chilly day! read more
Great option if you're in a rush as all the food is packaged in Togo containers. You order at the front and you will also pick up your food from the front. Tables are first come first serve. Food was delicious, I especially loved the spicy beef noodles, however not sure if they just forgot the spice or it isn't actually spicy because I felt zero spice in the noodles. However they were really tasty and saucy. The corn soup was better than the hot and soup soup. And the dumplings were nice and crispy. They even have a little area where you can create your own sauce. read more
I was so stoked to hear that Bafang was opening their first NorCal location. While pregnant in 2024, my husband and I made a day trip down to SoCal for Bafang Dumplings. The cravings were real ha! Their original potstickers, beef noodle soup, and pork chop bento/combo are what I'd recommend ordering. It is super easy to order ahead for pickup. Service has been quick and friendly every time I've visited. The only downside is the horrid parking situation, but this isn't the restaurant's fault. Try the parking garage if you have no luck in the lot. Highly recommend Bafang Dumpling if you're a fan of the chain in Taiwan, or if you're just looking for a tasty and value meal! read more
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***USP: fast casual Taiwanese restaurant with dumplings and noodles. Frozen dumplings are also available for sale. ***AMBIANCE AND SERVICE: Restaurant is large, and is spacious and airy due to the double height ceiling. It's self service, place an order at the counter, get a buzzer and meanwhile find a table. Lines at the counter can get painfully long, and due to its popularity finding a table at peak hours can be difficult. They have self service sauce and drinks bar as well. ***FOOD: we got fried chicken, spicy noodles and some chicken corn potstickers. TLDR: all the items we got were oily. The spicy noodles had a zip of heat from the Sichuan peppers, nothing to knock our socks off but enough to make its presence felt. The noodles were very oily though, check pictures. The fried chicken had a pool of oil at the bottom as well. Chicken itself was a large dark meat cut but seemed sufficiently cooked through. Potstickers were surprisingly oily as well and lacked flavor, sauces came to the rescue in this case. read more
Saw this places packed during it's soft opening so I wanted to try it out. Gathered a group of 7 to go for dinner on a Thursday, and there was ample space for larger groups. We even saw a large group doing a white elephant gift exchange in their large dining space. Bafang dumpling has signature pork dumplings or beef noodle soup (or dry noodles). I got the dry beef noodle soup which comes with a hot and sour or corn chowder. Corn chowder wasn't too thick but also not too thin, not bad overall - good flavor. The beef noodles were pretty good! There's sauces at the sauce bar especially get the garlic sauce mixed with some sesame oil. I would def come back and maybe even try the frozen dumplings bag deal read more
Came here around 7pm, pretty packed, we couldn't find seating inside so we went outside. You place your order through the cashier and they give you a buzzer. They give you a drink cup if you got one and when your food is ready the buzzer will go off, and you pick up your food on the tray, there is utensils and napkins on the side to pick it up. There is a soda fountain, and you can pick garlic, sesame oil, soy sauce, and chili oil as well. We got the combo #1 hot and sour soup, which was good to sip on since we were outside, and signature dumplings. We also got spicy wontons and a drink. Overall, everything was really good and the dumplings were as good as my friends recommended to me. I understand the hype to this place and I really want to try the beef soup. read more
10 months ago
Very spacious place with plenty of seating to enjoy your food. The menu is straightforward and I liked how pictures are displayed. Service was fast as I came right when they opened. Ordered: -Pork Chop with Braised Pork Belly Rice -#3 Signature Potstickers + Signature Dumplings with hot and sour soup Everything was enjoyable, but the highlight was the signature potstickers which were nice and crispy. Both potstickers and dumplings had a good amount of filling and were both prepared well and best eaten right away. Their garlic sauce was a tasty dipping sauce. The pork chop was tender but it would've been better if it were crispy since it got soggy fast with the sauce poured over. Nonetheless, it was still a solid meal. The hot and sour soup was very comforting and I enjoyed the meat pieces in the soup and overall flavor. I'd definitely come back--pretty solid spot for a fast/casual dumpling spot! read more
Great spot for fast casual dumplings/noodles! It was quick and decently priced with lots of indoor seating available. I enjoyed the crispy potstickers and dumplings! Corn soup was okay, though the texture felt too thick, as if there's too much corn starch or flour. Bafang noodles were a bit too spicy for my liking, but would love to try the dry beef noodles next time. Overall a 7/10. The food is nothing to take home, but the convenience, price, and location (for me) is nice to have. read more
Bafang Santa Clara was the first Bafang to open up in the bay area so of course I had to come and check it out. It is located inside a popular plaza, but to start off the parking is just insane. There was literally no parking and I circled around for 10 minutes throughout. Once I got inside the restaurant, the decorations were nice and white with plenty of sunlight coming in. There was a big line for the food and although the restaurant is of a nice size, there were plenty of people standing around waiting for a table. You go up to the counter and order with a buzzer, when the buzzer vibrates to bring the food to your own table sort of thing. I ordered: Combo 6 (Beef Dry Noodle + Soda) - 3 out of 5 This was basically a blend of beef and sauce with noodles and some cucumbers. There were plenty of noodles inside but the sauce was saltier then what I would have preferred so this was not my favorite. The beef was okay but nothing really unique here. My wife got: Combo 8 (Bafang Pork Chop + Old Fashioned Noodle + Soda) - 3 out of 5 The pork chop was okay. It wasn't bad but it wasn't special either. If you have experienced Taiwanese styled pork chop, this would be typical and wouldn't be at the level of "unique" unfortunately. They could have invested in the recipe further to make it a blowout here but unfortunately this wouldn't be it. The overall feel to me while eating at Bafang is let's do a replica of what's typical back in Taiwan and it'll sell. Unfortunately due to the amount of competitions in the area that does the same items either identically or even better that I truly believe Bafang is going to struggle through time. Besides eating here purely from nostalgia with Taiwan, there's really nothing too special here while you'll be paying between $15-$17 for a combo. Will I come back? It would be a toss up but I probably won't come out of my way to drive here again though. read more
It's very cool and a great addition to have Bafang Dumpling in the South Bay Area. Excellent location with lots of parking spots in back. No lines and no huge crowds at opening hour in the morning on weekdays. Nice! Feels like a huge food court. Yes, tipping is optional since you carry your own trays and grab your own utensils & condiments. Building has high ceilings, it's brightly lit up with natural window lighting, has relaxing vibes, spacious, and great for many groups. Today, I went with my own side dish picks: Bafang Signature Noodle $7.95, Small Corn Chowder $4.50 (regular), Chili Pepper Fried Chicken $9.25, and Spicy Wonton $6.95. I wasn't disappointed at all. Everything looked good and tasted great, at least for the American casual street food appetites. Taiwanese folks would want this to be much more authentic like ones in Taiwan, but it's catered for American markets. It's not cheap foods here for sure, especially if you order the meal sets or bento stuff. A very satisfying full meal may be around $30 here, unless you are satisfied with $20 range. Bafang Signature Noodle was too long in length, but tasted great. I think they need to cut it up for easier portion sizes to swallow. It took me awhile to break the noodles apart with my chopstick and fork. Very long stretch size for noodles. Corn chowder ingredients turned out much better than expected. You can easily share the regular small size cup with another person. Chili Pepper Fried Chicken is a must try. Loved the flavors and side vinaigrette. Tasty. Spicy wonton is good for my tastebuds. I liked all my picks today and will return for more. Overall, Bafang Dumpling is considered decent here. Nothing beats the spacious interior, bright natural lighting, and location. Very calming area. Staffs were all available to assist customers as needed. They work hard in the kitchen. Looking pretty good so far. read more
Some good Taiwanese street food. This place was pretty crowded on a Friday night and it was challenging to find a table. The flavors are not bad but some of our food came out lukewarm, but we were able to get some of them remade. The dry noodles had good texture and flavor, the signature broth was light, but the meat was very tender. Potstickers over wontons. read more
I've been meaning to try this place since it's been all over my TikTok for the last month. It is a very fast casual restaurant, brightly lit with lots of seating; entirely self serve. You order at the counter and your buzzer will go off when your food is ready. My friends ordered the signature noodles and wonton soup, which were both yummy. I ordered the Taiwanese beef noodle soup and although it is one of the better ones I've had in South Bay Area; still not close to ones I've had in Taiwan. Pricing for the beef noodle soup was a little expensive (came out to $20+), but everything else was reasonably priced so it evened out. I'll be back again soon to try the other items on the menu! read more
1 month ago
11/15/2025 came here for the opening and try their dish as I love beef noodle soup. Line was long for the soft opening and the employees were all very welcoming. The inside was spacious with plenty of seating. The big glass windows make it super bright inside. It is kind of like fast food instead of a restaurant, where you order and pick up your own order. food: hot n sour soup: slightly inconsistent, got it in two different days. One day was more sour than the other. The hot aspect was not really there. The veggie cuts were also on the thicker side. Not the best soup I've had Dumplings: They were decent, and I liked how they came out crisp. It was definitely something I would come back for. Beef noodle soup: I think it was okay. It cannot compare to the ones in Taiwan, and it not the best around the bay. But if you are around the area and craving beef noodle soup, you can stop by for a bite... but.... it is not my go-to spot. This place is Fast and convenient read more
Bafang Dumpling gives me food hall vibes but nice and bright, with better Chinese/ Taiwanese comfort food. They have different plate combos to choose from which made it easy to order. Tried their Beef Noodle Soup and you can taste the beef in the broth but not too overpowering. It's light but tasty enough. Also it's not too oily. There were significant meats in the bowl. The bowl size is also bigger than the average. I got the pork to go and it's a tasty dish. The pork is also soft and easy to chew on. The breading is a good ratio to the pork. More meat than the batter. Service was fast. You order on the counter and they'll give you your number and wait for it to be available for pick up. Went here on a weeknight and it's pretty packed. But they have good amount of seating inside and they also have some tables on the patio. read more
Came on Saturday at 11:00am, and it wasn't too crowded yet. Parking also wasn't too terrible - but with this being in a court with other stores such as a Whole Foods, I could see it getting packed fast. We ordered the signature dumplings (12 pieces), signature potstickers (12 pieces), corn chowder, and beef noodle soup. Total with tax before tip was about $50. I was surprised that the beef noodle soup cost about $19 - pretty costly. It also didn't taste the same as when I tried it at one of the SoCal Bafang locations. But the corn chowder, dumplings and potstickers were delicious and reminded me of home (Taiwan). The interior is spacious with a lot of seating - but again, it was already 90% full at 11am, so I imagine it being very packed closer to noon. So if you can, come earlier to enjoy the food! Lastly, they sell frozen dumplings for you to bring home as well. read more
11 months ago
Popular Taiwan chain expanding into the US in force! The name translates to "gathering from all 8 direction like cloud rolling in." Dumping is the quintessential Chinese comfort food. There are as many variations as people making it. They are usually boiled or pan fried. Their version is pretty good, a bit gingery and not as meaty. Fried pork chop was tender and well seasoned. I like it a lot. The 乾扮麵 "dry toss noodles" (as opposed to soup noodles) was satisfyingly spicy. They operate simply: you go to the counter to order, they give you a buzzer, you find a place to sit on your own and wait for the buzzer. As it is popular, the tables become a rare commodity. Good thing most people ate quickly and tables turned quickly. read more
Amazing place, we were impressed after a long time with many disappointment. Service is self serve but the food come out relatively fast. The inside is very clean and bright, smell good. Even with other crowed group I didn't feel suffocated. Food are amazing, my husband is very picky about food and he loved everything. He usually hate potsticker but he loved this one. The skin are thin and the filling are fragrant. The corn and chicken dumpling were great too, I think I like them the most. The wonton skin are also thin and the spicy sauce is not too spicy. I think the hot and sour soup can be more sour. But overall everything were amazing. read more
I was waiting for this location to open up in the bay!! I had this in socal and could wait for this to open up. My favorite here are always the dumplings, plus there's a sauce station for your own preference. The beef noodle soup is always a classic pick here! It was my first time trying out the Signature noodle, at first it's a little dry and spicy, but as long as you mix it, the noodles loosen up in the sauce. At this time, the store is very packed and it's hard to find seats to dine in. I don't expect the place to lose its popularity any time soon. read more
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On what date was/is the grand opening? Your website doesn't show any listing but Yelp says you're open but with no phone number - I'm having a hard time understanding if you've opened already. Thx
Soft opening: 11/03 Grand opening: 11/14-11/16
