The food was great, however we unfortunately didn't have the greatest experience. Our table was completely neglected. We ordered our second round and after 30 minutes we called our waitress over just for her to tell us our order ticket never went through. No one was checking in to see if we were missing any food or if we were doing alright. Disappointing. read more

First time coming here, and wow, this was honestly some of the best food my family and I have had! Everything was super fresh, full of flavor, and absolutely delicious. The $34.99 all-you-can-eat price is definitely worth it, especially for the quality and freshness of the food. The service was also amazing! Everyone was so friendly, attentive, and welcoming, which made our experience even better. We really enjoyed our time here and I'll definitely be coming back! This is officially going on my list of favorite places to eat. Highly recommend giving this place a try! read more

China Max Dumpling House - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

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The food is average , but for the price, I don't think the AYCE is worth it. The menu isn't anything that makes you say "wow" it's pretty average, and a lot of the food is on the heavier side. The setup could also be better. The self-serve rice and curry were right next to the cart where used plates and food scraps were being placed. I also noticed some yellowish buildup on the inside top cover of the rice cooker, which didn't look very clean. I'd probably eat here again, but I'd probably skip the AYCE and just order à la carte. read more

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Heard great things about the food/dumplings here, but absolutely could not stand the heat! Came in on 9/7 and ordered the all you can eat. After about ten minutes I was sweating. They had the AC running, and it was almost as hot as the outside. I don't know how this place manages to stay in business. That's unacceptable. On top of that, we noticed our server (Owen?) was inattentive and was on his vape throughout his shift while working. Clearly this place gives two shits about working conditions and the quality of its service. We won't be coming back. read more

My friends and I went to check out the weekend ayce menu and was surprised by the quality! Everything is clean and well kept, seating is a little limited so it's best to get a reservation if you can. Back to the food tho, everything is made to order and fresh! Some items were a miss, but more like in a "meh" way. Tho the dumplings were great. I appreciated the amount of options for the ayce menu and it's definitely worth it to check out! read more

China Max Dumpling House - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

First time here very busy for Monday night All you can eat $34.99 person You order what you would to we had Bbq pork bun Omg! It was so soft and delicious flavor town was there Bun was like pillowy soft and it came in 3 in order 5/5 here We enjoyed everything that came out Service was excellent and so nice & friendly You go get your white rice and drinks are included Too. It's Fruit 3 teas flavors Peach was my choice Water & soda's They beer and Sake and Soju We bring more family here some Very clean and bathrooms are available All staff is always cleaning and picking up dishes read more

China Max Dumpling House - Wagu beef 8/31/26 - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

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I am incredibly thankful for China max! The service was so great! And the food delicious as always, and it comes out fast!!! I love the fact that you can grab your own drinks. I will definitely be coming back! read more

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Great all you can eat experience, come hungry and come with a big group to try everything! We ordered a lot at once so I have no idea what we got, but it was all good. Some dumplings were better than others (the waygu potstickers and sesame dumplings were standouts for sure, and Dandan ramen too!). The desserts were a miss except the cheesecake, and the ice cream was great ofc! Fun experience for a large group, just put in large orders because they take their time coming back around. read more

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The dumplings were on point. Hands down the best one is the wagyu beef dumplings. So flavorful and tender. I could eat them the entire time on the all you can eat. Granted the pan fried pork xiao long bao were also very tasty. If you are going to order more than 2 items, the ayce options is the best option for the value. I will definitely be visiting again when I'm back in San Diego. read more

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I got off from work with the intention of going home, but traffic was bad, and I was starving. So I just exited on Convoy and blindly pick a restaurant I hadn't tried from all the options on Convoy. I am so grateful I randomly learned about this place. China Max has some of the best buns and dumplings that I've ever had. I usually struggle with AYC restaurants because I feel pressured to finish everything but I didn't in this location. I'm fact, I kept ordering more food! Will most definitely come back! read more

China Max Dumpling House - Pork XLB (6pcs) - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

We went to China Max on 28-May 2026 to celebrate my mother-in-law's 95th birthday with her adult children and spouses. We were excited to learn that China Max was re-opened, but certainly since the fire, there have been many very good Chinese restaurants that have opened in North County, . . . . . and you don't need to deal with the horrible parking situation on Convoy, which always biases my opinion. But, here we were, excited to celebrate my MIL's birthday, and she gorged every dish that came out like she hadn't eaten in weeks. So, I know she enjoyed the meal and the celebration. She would just shove out her plate to ensure she got to pick out the best bite of every dish that arrived, ensuring my father-in-law didn't take it first, . . . . . . as he was in the prime location as food was delivered to the table, . . . . . even while still having food in her mouth and chewing. Comical, to say the least. Interestingly my father-in-law did everything he could to ensure she always got the first and best bites and kept asking her if she wanted more of the dishes she liked. The food is marginal in quality and it's like fast-food assembly-line kitchen prepped food and lacks the artistry of really quality Chinese food. I used to run joint venture companies in China, as early as the late 1980's and traveled extensively to the many provinces and was gifted the TRUE FLAVOR of REAL Chinese food, . . . which of course, biases my opinion. Service by our waitress was wonderful, efficient, and really great, and she was wonderfully kind in bringing out a beautiful Birthday dish for my MIL based on chocolate buns and red bean buns. So, I know she enjoyed the food HOWEVER, . . . . . .I have no interest or plans to ever return, because I have so many other options to enjoy quality Chinese food in other locations. read more

China Max Dumpling House - A memorable 95th birthday celebration. - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

Went there to spend a bday and it was supposed to be a special day. Instead, we had a terrible experience with our server which I believe his name was Owen. The attitude he had from the moment we were seated was unpleasant. Every time we place an order he would walk away without letting us finish our order it feels like we were inconveniencing him. We ask for a utensil and he walked away making rude comment about us to his co-workers. Overall, we begun to observed servers who were working that day and they all had the same look on their face that seems like they didn't want to be there. I spoke to the manager and hopefully this will help improved their service moving forward. read more

I was looking forward to returning to this location after it changed over from the previous restaurant. PROS: it's all you can eat. They seem to get folks in and out relatively easily. Shumai was good. CONS: Parking (tight & limited, good luck), service was awful. Staff looked bored and did not provide any customer service. You serve your own drinks whether you order off the menu or AYCE. You scoop your own ice and ice cream which kinda creeped me out since customers are not always ServSafe certified so use at your own risk. Food had no flavor. It saddened me that the quality of food was so poor. Bottom line: will not return. Way too many better restaurants in this area. read more

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Let's be honest, all-you-can-eat dumplings sounds like pure genius, right up until the third plate arrives and you realize dumplings are deceptively filling. Rookie mistake. Delicious, wonderful, absolutely-worth-it rookie mistake. STANDOUT DISHES - Chicken wontons with sesame sauce: sweet, spicy, addictive - Wagyu dumplings: husband-approved, husband-obsessed - Potstickers: crispy bottomed perfection The all-you-can-eat deal is no joke! It covers everything on the menu, plus unlimited rice, curry, canned soda, mango tea, and ice cream. It's the kind of value that makes you feel slightly guilty and very full. A special shoutout to Brandon, our server, who was genuinely excellent! Prompt, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu (and tips for RSVP). He made the whole experience feel effortless. Is it Instagram-worthy? Not particularly, and that's totally fine. China Max is not trying to win an interior design award. It's here to feed you well, and on that front, it absolutely delivers. Come for the food, leave very, very full. read more

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2026.08.15 Sat 7:30 pm party of 4 Arrived at 7 but probably spent 30 minutes looking for parking. The lot is very tight, not enough spaces for all of the many businesses or even for 2 cars to pass in an aisle and people circle and park all the way around the block on the curbs. Put in our name and number and was told we'd receive a text in approx 30 minutes. We were excited about the options on the menu and seriously considered the AYCE, but at $40 per person we weren't sure we'd be able to order and finish enough plates of food to add up to $180. We ended up ordering 9 individual plates for about $126. I don't mind paying higher prices on occasion but I do have a solid baseline of what I like and for what prices. What was not great was portions are AYCE portions (smaller) but at full price. This was especially rage inducing when we ordered $13 garlic string beans that came out cold in a narrow tray. Normally portioning for this price at other places is good for 3-4 ppl but here it was closer to 2 ppl. Flavor was good, would absolutely not order à la carte again. Another fail was the fried pork chop. This is a simple fry but under seasoned and just extremely disappointing for $11. One small piece of pork pounded flat. There are 6 xlb per order. They come out hot and the broth is good. The tops were a little tough so maybe they dried out a bit? If you're used to dimsum prices, $10 for three hargow or four shumai is steep. Weirdly the orange chicken was $8 and very decent. This is how everything should be priced. Make it make sense!!! The braised beef noodle was solid, great flavor and execution on the beef. Again a smaller bowl size than any standard beef noodle spot but I could almost overlook that except they charge well on the high end at $20. Staff was busy and helpful. Good light and windows. I can see if you want to suck it up and go AYCE it could be great to try things. There is a charge for unfinished food. Definitely some good items but prices are heavily inflated and you can't play with Asian ppl's money like that. I might come back after I'm not mad anymore if I'm extra hungry and if I can time out the parking. read more

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Excellent spot for all you can eat! Definitely not the best dumplings i've ever had, but for the price they are incredible!! Would highly recommend coming in a large group so you can try everything on the menu - they do charge for leftovers. The soup dumplings and shumai were my favorites, I'd recommend skipping the noodle dishes. They limit you to 90 minutes for AYCE, but the servers check back in often and let you order a LOT of food at once. We certainly left full and happy, will be back! read more

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Finally made it back to China Max after the fire and renovation. They now offer all you can eat which includes all yo can drink sodas and teas! This place is popular but the wait is never too long. They strive to get people in and out because it's good for business. It's clean and busy. Parkong is a task in itself but still doable. Just be patient. The food is fresh and flavorful. Service is great and the vibe is relaxing. When I visited I had less than an hour to eat since I was attending a Broadway Show. I felt a bit rushed but still managed to make the best of my dining experience. From appetizers, main entrees and dessert, I came, I ate and I conquered. I wouldn't hesitate to dine here again. It is an excellent value for sure. Give them a try and thank me later. read more

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Came here on a Sunday afternoon thanks to a random blogger on Instagram who drove an hour just to try it out. WOW !!!!! Sat down fast, servers were very helpful, nice and very knowledgeable about the menu. The food was fucking amazing !!! From the dumplings, the noodles and soups. I love the concept that they have a fridge full of sodas, ice bin, waters, steamed white rice, curry sauce and ice cream all for you to grab on your own free will. Will I come back? Hell yeah I will. The music was jamming also and the restaurant itself was nice and fresh. The mango dumplings were super bomb and omg the baby back ribs !!!! read more

Second time coming here for the AYCE. We made a reservation on Yelp for 12:30 pm on a Sunday and were seated when we arrived 15 mins earlier. They were pretty packed so I definitely recommend making a reservation! Service was friendly and checked on us though a bit slow. Tried some new items. The Wagyu beef potstickers and pan fried pork XLB were my top picks since they were nicely crispy and juicy! -Noodles w/ scallion oil w/ pork chop (4/5): flavorful and crispy pork chop but noodles were kinda soft and soggy -Beef dumplings w/ garlic chili sauce (4.5/5): juicy thick meat, sauce was nicely garlicky but not too spicy -Chicken karaage (3/5): crispy and juicy but not much meat and not too flavorful -Egg drop soup (4/5): warm, comforting, tasty -Egg rolls (3/5): crispy and big but decent filling -Chinese churro (4.5/5): tasty but a little too much sugar and sweetness, could be a little crispier read more

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Came back again for their AYCE, this time on a weekend so it was $38 per person. We came 15 minutes early of our 12:30PM reservation but were still seated right away; totally recommend making a reservation via Yelp! Tried a few new items. Service was good but a little hard to track them down as they were understandable busy Pork chop Noodles w/ Scallion oil (4/5): savory and flavorful, but the noodles were on the soggier side Egg drop soup (5/5): hearty and warm, so comforting on a cold day Chicken karaage (4/5): could've used more flavor in the breading Egg rolls (3/5): decent, the filling wasn't my favorite Chinese churro (4.5/5): a little too sweet from all the sugar, but still yummy. I would've liked it to be a little crispier read more

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the food was good and i think the ayce is worth it and pretty reasonable! unfortunately all the other reviews are correct in saying that the service is incredibly slow. we probably spent 75% of our time trying to flag down a waiter, which feels really unreasonable considering we were there on a very empty wednesday in the early afternoon. we really did enjoy majority of the dishes we ordered, but knowing how slow it is when it's empty makes me not want to come back at a more crowded time. overall i would say the dumplings are worth it if you're willing to have patience, and is definitely worth a try. try the chocolate lava buns! read more

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This place has so many mediocre reviews, and I was really impressed by it. Overall great, we went at 5:30 and were seated right away, our server was also a gem. She checked on us 5-6 times in an hour and a half. We ordered so much food, so good. The only thing I wouldn't reorder is the green beans, they are served cold and I was not a fan. The place got super busy at 6/6:30 filled with families on a Friday night. read more

China Max Dumpling House - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

The all you can eat option is definitely worth the price. Every item we tried was absolutely delicious. My favorite was the truffle soup dumplings. Service was great as well. read more

This has been on our family bucket list for a while. We stopped by once and the line for a table was so long we decided to come back with a reservation. Today we walked in, no wait on a Monday with our reservation at 12:30pm. We knew we wanted the all you can eat menu. As part of it there are areas to get up and get your own beverages, steamed rice, curry and ice cream. It was nice to get our own items but definitely changes the vibe of the restaurant. Loved being able to see the chefs making the dim sum fresh. Makes you realize just how fresh your food really is. As much as we enjoyed the food, and we will be back, our biggest negatives were that the staff didn't come and clear empty containers off of our table. The table just felt very messy and we finally had to ask someone to take dirty dishes off the table. The other negative was that a few items we really wanted to try, they were already out of at lunchtime. Not sure if this is because it was a Monday or if they're just popular dishes. When asking what dishes to try we were recommended some noodle dishes. Next time we will only order one noodle dish. Those were so big and filling that we were not able to try as many dim sum dishes as we wanted to. I also would recommend bringing a larger party so we can try more items on the menu and share them. One of my favorite items was the large churro at the end of the meal. It was the perfect ending of a hot dessert and very sweet that with some ice cream is a perfect compliment. They were out out of the chocolate buns and egg tarts. The beef with noodles was very good, but again large portion so beware. All of the Xia long boa we tried was very good, so were the potstickers and shumai. The duck tacos were a little disappointing, and not everyone liked the sweet-and-sour ribs. We look forward to going back and trying more dishes read more

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Met all our expectations for this AYCE dumpling spot. Fast moving and bare bones restaurant but the dumplings come out delicious and quick. Wouldn't recommend the noodle dishes as they are bigger and sometimes dry. Stick to the dumplings and veggies and dimsum and you won't be disappointed. Service is nice and helpful- read more

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On a mission to find good dim sum spots in San Diego, we decided to try China Max after their revamp. We went on a slower day since last time there was a 2-hour wait. We were seated in the corner by the door, which was wide open, right next to extra utensils. My seat still had crumbs on it and the wall next to us was dirty, which honestly should've been a sign. The AYCE menu felt pretty limited for the price, and you're only allowed to order two dishes per person per round. Soft drinks are included. The only standout dish was the har gow. Nothing super special, but still good. The green beans caught me off guard since they were cold when I expected them to be warm. The wagyu dim sum and xiao long bao were the biggest letdowns. Both had a really odd smell that made it hard to even take a bite. The xiao long bao had this jelly-like texture attached to the meat, which completely ruined my appetite. Not sure if it was unmelted soup base or just fat, but it was enough for us to stop eating. Egg drop soup had good flavor, but I was not expecting how thick and jello-like it was. It honestly felt like I was slurping boogers -- dramatic, I know, but it was such a weird texture. Service was okay, but not very professional. Workers were dressed in regular black clothing, so it was hard to tell who our server was until she approached us. Hair being down also didn't feel the most hygienic. For the price, service, and overall food quality, it just wasn't worth it. Left feeling pretty turned off after that experience. read more

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Went here after seeing it on Instagram and it definitely lived up to the hype. This an AYCE dumpling house and every item we tried was delicious. We ordered almost every dim sum option, except the lo mai gai since it was out of stock, along with the pot stickers , xiao long bao, and steamed dumplings. We also tried a few appetizers like the cucumber salad, sweet-and-sour pork baby back ribs, potato salad and Peking duck tacos. Parking in the area can be a bit tricky when we arrived around 5:45pm. We were told it'd be about a 45 minute wait but ended up waiting only about 25 minutes. The staff was very friendly and attentive the entire time. For the amount and quality of food, the price felt very reasonable. Definitely a spot I would come back to again. read more

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5 stars again and it's 7/2/2026. Ordered a lot and full. They stopped doing reservations on Yelp! Plenty of parking around 3:30pm. You must try this place!! read more

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We made reservations for a Thursday evening and, thankfully, were able to sit immediately. There was a line and it was a 90 minute wait without reservations. Restaurant was clean. A bit cramped but servers were able to go between tables without running into anything. Food taste was good although not quite the level of DTF. However, the AYCE price was good and service was phenomenal. Our server was very gracious and even sold us on some dessert even though we were stuffed. Would definitely recommend making reservations. However, it's a one and done for us. read more

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Craving an affordable AYCE dim sum experience? This is the place! The food is great quality considering the price of their AYCE menu. It includes soft drinks, tea, dessert, and even ice cream! My favorites were the Pork Xiao Long Bao, Pan fried dumplings, and chicken dumplings in sauce! Beware most items on the menu are family style portioning, please order what you can eat! We came in for lunch and it was busy! But the 4 people working this place did an amazing job, we will be back! read more

I'm so excited to try China Max because my friend has always wanted to go with me, and finally we had the chance to visit! Even though it was a busy day since it was a holiday, we didn't mind waiting because we were excited to try the food. We ordered garlic string beans, sweet & sour pork baby back ribs (which were so delicious, we loved them!, Peking duck buns, egg drop soup, cucumber salad, crab truffle budak scallion karaage noodles, har gow, Shanghai siomai, steamed chocolate bun, dan dan ramen, and beef dumplings with garlic chili sauce. Everything was so good! I forgot the name of one of the spicy noodle dishes, but it was extremely spicy, definitely not for us. Overall, we were very happy and delighted with everything we tried. The server was also very nice and answered all of our questions. Haha, it was definitely worth it. read more

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China Max in Convoy gave me one of the best dining experiences I have had in a minute. I pulled up specifically for the dumplings and let me tell you, I crushed every single one. They came out fresh, hot, and packed with flavor that hits right away. The texture was perfect and the fillings were seasoned just right, the kind of dumplings that make you stop talking mid sentence because you are too busy enjoying the moment. The restaurant itself has great access options which makes getting in and out easy even when the area gets busy. The staff kept everything moving smoothly and the service felt natural and welcoming. You can tell they take pride in what they do because the food comes out fast and the quality stays consistent. The desserts were another highlight. I loved every one I tried. They were light, sweet, and the perfect finish after going hard on the dumplings. It is rare to find a spot where the main dishes and the desserts both stand out, but China Max pulls it off effortlessly. Overall, China Max is the kind of place you go to when you want comfort food done right. Great flavors, great service, and a vibe that makes you want to come back. If you love dumplings or just want a solid meal in Convoy, this spot delivers every time. read more

China Max Dumpling House - Churros and ice cream - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

Came here due to finding social media posts about AYCE dumplings here. For me.. The noodle dish was the best dish to order and for a dumpling spot.. that means something. The pork chop part of the Pork Chop & Scallion Oil Noodle dish was crunchy in the outside and tender in the inside, not dry. I got to taste my girlfriend's Braised Beef Noodle dish and really liked the braised beef she got also. Out of all the dumplings, I liked the pork xiao long bao because it was flavorful and tasted great. The Shanghai shumai was the most disappointing of all the dumplings. There was only sticky rice inside, and yes it tasted like meat, but there was no meat inside. I thought the BBQ pork buns were too dough-y and didn't have enough meat. Each order btw comes in 3 to 6 dumplings, depending on the menu. Service was okay, I know our server did his best but they came by very slowly for each round. We were lucky we waited only 39 minutes because I know some wait times can be 2 hours. You can reserve ahead of time. Probably won't come back here again. read more

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The only certainties in life are death, taxes, and not finding a parking space at Convoy Pointe Plaza on Friday nights. Luckily, we snagged a space after circling the parking lot for 15 minutes. It was barely 6PM and the restaurant was already packed. Inside, with its simple but clean décor, was spacious enough to accommodate 100+ guests. We checked in and got seated right away. The attentive waitress brought the menu and explained the two ordering options to us: a la carte or All You Can Eat. After some intense crunching of numbers, we decided to go for it and have AYCE. Each guest could order up to 2 items per round, and we started with the fancy ones: wagyu, truffe and crab xiao long baos and dumplings, then went down the list until we were stuffed to the gills. The food arrived quite fast and all the warm dishes were nicely steaming hot. Below are some of the items we ordered: Wagyu Beef Dumplings: The wagyu was lean but soft, and nicely seasoned. The wrap was sophisticatedly thin with slightly chewy texture. Crab Xiao Long Bao: The flavor and texture of crab were quite subtle and overpowered by the blended pork filling. Overall seasoning was great and the wraps retained their shapes and the savory broth inside. Truffle Xiao Long Bao: The wrap was perfectly steamed without any breakage. The filling was flavorful with pleasant hint of truffle's taste and aroma. Peking Duck Tacos: They were more like gourmet nibbles. Lightly seasoned and delicately made. I could easily eat a dozen of them (only 3 pieces per order). Pan Fried Dumplings: The bottom was lightly burnt and crispy. The outer layer had a nice texture, and the filling was well seasoned. Chicken Wonton with Spicy Sauce: Silky outer wrap with lightly seasoned filling. The chili sauce gave the dish an added flavor and kick. Taro Balls: Cute little fried chewy mochi balls with taro filling. Matcha Lava Custard Buns: The outer layer was fluffy and slightly sweet. The creamy filling wasn't too heavy and contained pieces of fruit jelly. The aroma and taste of matcha was quite subtle. We ordered multiple rounds and the staff never tried to kitchen throttle the orders. Great service and great food. Totally worthy of repeating visits. read more

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An innovative AYCE dimsum place that blew up on TikTok, but they only offered 4 dimsum dishes (shumai, Hagao, bbq buns, luobuogao) and didn't have the popular ones at other places (ex chicken feet, tripe, pork ribs, steamed shrimp rolls). The XLB was OK, the steamed pork ones were gamey tasting and too salty while the crab one was a bit too fishy. The pan fried pork XLB were definitely better and we would recommend that. The cucumber salad and green bean apps were OK but had a good contrast to the warm dishes. My personal fav was the sichuan noodles! They tasted really similar to the noodles I had in ChongQing and I would definitely return to have that again!! I also loved the mango buns and they made for a yummy warm dessert. They also have AYCE ice cream and drink selection too read more

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I was going to give 2 stars at first, but after looking at the pictures I took, remembering the horrendous service my party received, and realizing the bill came out to about $50/person after tax and tip were included, I had to change my review to 1 star so people know not to come here. My friends and I came on a Friday around noon and it was about a 30 minutes wait. When we were seated, our waiter came to take our order, and we put our first order for appetizers, and she explained some of the all you can eat rules but she didn't mention the time limit, which at the end we were suddenly just given a bill without knowing we couldn't order more, and we weren't given the last call. After the first dish was brought out to us, which was the cucumbers, we waited about 10 minutes for our waiter to come back to ask for plate and utensils because she forgot to give to us in the beginning or with our first dishes. How do you forget the plates and utensils? Overall, the food was just alright if not kind of on the bad side for most dishes. I think it was mediocre overall. But what was really frustrating was that about four times when we tried to order something off the menu, we were told that it was not available. The funny thing was when we tried to order the peking duck tacos, we were again told it wasn't available, but towards the very end before we were abruptly cut off, the table next to us received 2 orders of the peking duck tacos, so we had to wait until our server came back to mention this, and she said, "oh, I forgot to mention it, but we have it again now." In my mind, I was thinking what on earth is this kind of service. My whole party had the same reaction. How do you say you're out of something and then it is magically available again. After I left the restaurant, I highly regretted ever coming here in the first place. I hope you can learn from my mistake and avoid this restaurant. I was fooled by the social media postings. read more

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Food and service were terrible. I would not recommend this to anyone who is looking for authentic dim sum. Servers basically throw the food on your table. Wish there's a negative rating option because that's what I would actually rate this place. read more

Came here to try the first AYCE dumpling house in San Diego and honestly... I was impressed. You can literally watch the chefs hand-make the dumplings fresh, which already sets the tone. Everything tasted freshly prepared and came out hot. The soup dumplings (especially the truffle and crab XLB) were super juicy with flavorful broth inside. Definitely eat carefully because they're packed. The har gow had a nice thin wrapper and good shrimp texture. I also loved the pan-fried dumplings -- crispy on the bottom but still juicy inside. The beef noodle soup was comforting and tender, and the egg drop soup + fried rice were solid additions between dumpling rounds. They also have green beans and other sides if you want to balance things out. And yes... dessert is included. The egg tarts were flaky and creamy, and the matcha lava custard bun was such a fun way to end the meal. Service was efficient, food came out consistently, and the AYCE format makes it easy to try a little bit of everything. If you're in Convoy and love dumplings, this is definitely worth checking out. read more

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Brittany literally made our experience amazing besides the food of course. But we came for my boyfriends birthday with our family and she was very sweet and very helpful made the night perfect. Would highly recommend this place. read more

China Max Dumpling House - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

Came here 15 February at 1110 as they opened up at 1100. A big mistake of you do not have a reservation as the line was about 50 people deep. So we get to the front of the line just to sign up and a 2+ hour wait. Parking of plenty however, with all the restaurants, it still gets packed solid so look for street parking if you come any other time after 1100. The tables are clean and there are just too many foods to list but try them all as there is only one we did not like because maybe it was undercooked, the egg rolls. I bit into the egg roll and the middle was cold. Aside from that, everything else was and is good and a must try. For desert, you have to try the matcha lava custard bun. Drinks and desert are unlimited well. Fairly priced and pretty good food, a secret in San Diego that not everyone knows especially several years ago this establishment burned and took several years again before it reopened. Ambiance is ok as it was loud from the people and the music of dance, hip hop etc... The restroom were clean and the waiters / waitresses were kind and helpful. If you want all you can eat dumplings, come here as Jasmine's is good but you do not know what they are stamping on your ticket as they do not speak English there. read more

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