I happened to find Crystal Dumplings one day while craving dim sum but didn't feel like driving into the heart of the city. I'm so glad I found this place! They had some of my favorites, including siu mai and har gow, at very reasonable prices. It's a simple, casual sit-down spot, just easy eats and good dim sum. Definitely a little hidden gem and now one of my go-to spots whenever I'm craving dim sum without the fast and furious read more

Small spot in a pretty busy complex. They have decent amount of parking but with how busy this complex can get, parking will be hard. Their servings are pretty good for the price! We ordered a pretty good amount for 5 of us and we paid about $70+. Their chili oil has a good kick to it and their dipping sauce is pretty good too. The shrimp and chive we definitely Enjoyed. I wouldn't get the pork dish anymore. The food was pretty standard nothing extremely Wow. I did not like that when we walked in the AC was off haha we had to ask her to turn it on and we were all sweating sitting inside on a hot day. But other than that, not bad! read more

Crystal Dumplings - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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I love Crystal Dumpling. I'm not sure what i'd do if they ever close shop. I've gotten most of their entrees over the years: Shrimp Dumpling, Shrimp & Chive Dumpling, Shrimp Roll, Chicken Feet, spare ribs, sticky rice, and spicy wonton. So i'd say i'm sort of a regular considering I've been coming here since around 2020. I have nothing bad to say about their dishes. Aside from the chicken feet being a bit tough once in a blue moon, I gotta say their quality is extremely good. I love the cashier. She's super sweet and very nice every single time I met her. Hope this place last for a long time, so I can get my shrimp dumpling fix. read more

The shu mai here is the thing to get. After trying one order, we ordered three more to-go. I think the prices are good for what you get and the style of this place is food-to-go. It's great for when you crave dim sum but don't wanna go to an actual restaurant. Service is fast and easy! read more

Crystal Dumplings - shu mai - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Definitely "express". Judging by the quality and how quick it came out, I don't think it's made in house. It seems to be pre made, frozen and reheated/steamed. As far as the taste, it's not bad for a quick lunch and the prices are fair for the portions that you get. We had a family outing and ordered multiple of each dish. The menu is not that big but it had all the popular items. Some were sold out. We ordered: Pork shu mai Shrimp dumplings Pork soup dumplings Shrimp rice noodle roll Shrimp and chive dumplings Spicy wonton in chil sauce Chicken feet Fried rice cake Wonton soup The items didn't come out in stainless or bamboo steamer baskets but in styrofoam or plastic take out containers. It made clean up easy. They don't offer free water and charge $1 for Kirkland bottle. I don't see us returning but if you're dining solo or looking for "express" take out, this place does it. 3.5 round to 4 stars. read more

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I was just looking for a good DIM SUM place to order Togo and take home to share with my mom but, I didn't expect it to be THIS GOOD!!! So I guess we should never judge a book by its cover ;) HAR GOW: 10/10 Star of the show! WOW, this is Monterey Park quality dim sum. Tastes great especially on the first day! SHUMAI: 9/10 It was nice and thick! And juicy. I think it would have tasted way better on the first day since I refrigerated over night. SHRIMP BEAN CURD: 10/10 This one was really tasty too! I re-heated in the toaster oven. SHRIMP RICE ROLLS: 10/10 I really like the texture! BBQ pork buns & sweet buns: 8/10 It was pretty good! SHRIMP DUMPLING: 10/10 Loved this one too with the green wrapping. SERVICE: B+ Didn't get a greeting but, they did pack the Dim Sum up really nicely. They were also very generous on giving the sauces and wrapping up the sauces nicely too! AMBIANCE: 8/10 Lots of tables to sit at! I highly recommend this place!!! ROCK ON CRYSTAL DUMPLINGS!!!! read more

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Found crystal dumplings while coming to get coffee a few shops down. Im so glad i stopped by here. You order at the counter and the employees bring the food out to your table. The employee taking our order was super nice and welcoming. The dumplings were all great and the prices are affordable. My favorite was the shrimp and chive dumplings. Also their chilli oil is great! And the fried shrimp bean curd rolls were crispy and light. Very nice and clean spot with the most relaxing music playing. read more

Crystal Dumplings - Har gow and shrimp and chive - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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I needed a snack and decided to stop by here. Crystal Dumplings is a casual dim sum spot where you just pick up and go. There is a couple of tables if you want to eat there. Crystal Dumplings is located in a plaza so there are some parking. I ended up getting the Pork shrimp shumai, Shrimp dumplings, and Spicy dumplings in chili sauce. My favorite was the spicy dumplings in chili sauce. I love the sauce. It wasn't spicy. I would try to eat this dish right away because it can get salty with the sauce sitting too long with the dumplings. The Shumai and the shrimp dumplings were average. It did come a bit cold but I'm not sure if I came later in the afternoon. Overall, if you just want to pick up a couple of dim sum items this is your place. read more

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A pleasant and relaxing setting for casual dim sum. The service is courteous. The dim sums selections are limited but they have all the basics. The quality is decent and reasonably priced. Tip: it does take about 15 minutes or more to get the food, since they are steamed when ordered. read more

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I've never reviewed one of my favorite dim sum spots! That's incredible - especially thinking about the frequency I'm here. Crystal Dumpling is a cute little shop in the same plaza as the Mokkoji, Pho 45, and the Banh Cuon place that is really popular. The parking lot can be pretty packed - esp during the weekend. This place has some seats to sit but is mainly more of a to-go spot as they serve all their items in to-go containers. We love coming here for a quiet meal before running some errands. Service is quick and helpful. When you walk in, you see the menu and the cashier is around the left side - ready to take your order. They run out usually by the early afternoon so I don't recommend coming anytime after 2PM. Our favorites are: - Shu Mai (5/5): Plump and juicy, perfect with pork and shrimp flavor - Xa Xiu Bao (5/5): Their dough is really fluffy and pairs nicely with the sweet savoury meat. I love that they don't skimp on the meat inside. - Chili Wontons (5/5): Sooo good. My absolute favorite item here and I much prefer this version over other places, including Din Tai Fung. They really make it amazing with their homemade sauce. I also love dipping other dumplings and the bao in the leftover sauce as well. The wontons are soft and juicy and pair beautifully with the savoury, spicy sauce. read more

We were satisfied with our quick lunch here. Shu mai is chunky, filling and tasty. Pork bun bread is soft and sweet and complements well with the piping hot pork filling. No complaints with the shrimp har gow - also bigger than the usual serving. Too bad they were out of my favorite sticky rice. Service was friendly and fast and generous with condiments! No frills dimsum for a quick lunch - will definitely return! read more

Crystal Dumplings - Reasonably priced - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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I have come by a few times for this location and I really enjoy the quality of the dim sum here. Parking is a bit of a struggle but I am able to find a spot eventually. I usually get the siu mai, chicken feet, sticky rice, and it is delicious! It's affordable as well which I love! The ambiance inside is nice where you can have a seat as well. The service is fast and the staff are nice here! Highly recommend if you're craving some dim sum! read more

Crystal Dumplings - Menu - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Delicious dimsum takeout Wasnt expecting to be blown but the hargow shumai and shrimp rice noodles were legit The bbq pork buns were ok I would stick with the dumplings Tasted exactly like from a dimsum restaurant but a fraction of the price They packed everything nice Takes apple pay and cc Sauce included was plentiful Restaurant was clean Opened early at 8am Lots of parking read more

The food seems freshly made and was super tasty! We came for a quick dim sum lunch and were really happy with this spot. It's cozy and has a great, small menu. We got shu mai, shrimp dumplings, and the bbq pork dumplings. Everything came out quick and was great. The only thing was I wish they had hot mustard. That would really set everything off. We'll be back!! read more

Crystal Dumplings - Bbq pork buns! - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Clean and tasty dim sum. Cool little hole in the wall, order style dim sum (no carts). They open early, which is nice. Really, really good food. Only drawback is limited menu, but for the taste and value, can't be beat. Service was good and friendly. read more

Crystal Dumplings - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

We needed a quick morning bite and stumbled in this little gem. We were greeted immediately by a very nice lady. We ordered two fried rice, shrimp rice noodles and mushroom bao bun. If we had more time, we would've ordered more of the classic dim sum but we were in a hurry. The food came out pretty quick. I love the artwork and decor representing the street food and classic dim sum. Friendly staff and solid flavors make this a great dine-in or grab-and-go option! read more

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nice price , perfect food Loved the attention to detail! The steamed buns come on non-stick paper, so they peel off perfectly. The buns were soft, fluffy, and fragrant. The siu mai was packed with shrimp--every bite felt like swimming in an ocean of shrimp! read more

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The food was always good. I have shumai and chicken feet and bbq bun. Also they have new dessert is the durian crepe. It was so tasty and delicious. Highly recommend! read more

Crystal Dumplings - Shumai, chicken feet and crepe cake - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Fast service and good food. I really like the pork shrimp shumai. I've also tried the custard and the sticky rice leaf and those are good too read more

Crystal Dumplings - Menu - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

I was in the area and wanted to try a new dim sum spot. The parking in this plaza can get difficult to find. The menu is small, you can order for take out or dine in. Shrimp and chive dumplings: 5/5 My favorite item that I tried and will definitely be back for more. The filling was generous with big chunks of shrimp and it was seasoned perfectly. Wontons in spicy chili oil: 3/5 The sauce wasn't that spicy, and the wontons were falling apart. The filling was pork, it was good but I would skip this and order something else. Bot chien: 3/5 I always order bot chien if it's on the menu and this one was just okay. I ordered it extra crispy and waited about 10 minutes for it. Although it was good, I wouldn't get it again. Overall, I give this place 4 stars and would come back for the shrimp and chive dumplings. Their chili oil and sauce is really good too. read more

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Always really good food. Never disappointed . Happy to be here and eating here. Thank you . read more

Crystal Dumplings - Shrimp roll,spicy wonton,custard bun - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Decided to give this place a try since i love the idea of fast, quick dimsum. The store is clean. Customer service is nice and welcoming. Food is good until it isnt. Pork XLB is decent, a little bit salty, overpriced i would say. Almost 18$ for 10pc Shrimp Rice Rolls are okay, overcooked so the rice rolls turned soggy and gamey. Chicken feet is okay, lack of flavors And oh boy the star of the day, the questionable Fried Shrimp Beancurd rolls. Smells good, looks weird and bravely took a bite and it was so bad. Im not sure if i would come here again. Order #23 of 5/14. read more

Crystal Dumplings - Shrimp BeanCurd Roll. - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Service was good and food came out fast! Very fun interior with seating. Perfect spot to satisfy a quick craving. read more

Crystal Dumplings - Bokchoy, BBQ Park, Hargow, Shumai, Shrimp Rice Noodles - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

The restaurant has a nice ambiance. The music and dim lighting adds a good atmosphere and aesthetic. The menu is simple to understand and the prices are reasonable. The staff who assisted us is friendly and pleasant. The shrimp dumplings we ordered are plumpy and delicious read more

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Place is clean and has cute decor. Selection is small and food comes out fast (it's dim sum so it's already steamed). I ordered the pork siumai and shrimp ha gow and their sweet soft tofu. Flavor is spot on and authentic. Tofu needed more ginger syrup. Value was okay. Wish they had more choices. read more

Crystal Dumplings - Oopsie - ate one dumpling from each plate before taking photo Left to right - shrimp ha gow, pork siumai, sweet soft tofu - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Coming back for more delicious food. Love this place! This time trying the shumai and stewed chicken feet read more

Crystal Dumplings - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Amazing value. Surprisingly good dim sum. I can see this idea gaining popularity. Dim sum without the hassle

We got lotus leaf wrapped rice, haw gao, sui Mai, shrimp rice roll, and chicken feet. The place was small. Everything was served on paper plates and plastic, even the soy sauce and hot chili oil. Everything was flavorless. Definitely wouldn't go back. Nothing really stood out as good. read more

Crystal Dumplings is a solid spot for a fast casual dim sum experience! This spot is located in a plaza with a good amount of parking spots that could fill up fast depending on the day and time you can come. I would definitely recommend coming here earlier in the day as some of their more popular items could sell out. Inside, they have about 5-6 tables for seating and some amazing artwork paying homage to traditional dim sum and street food. For their menu, they have a great selection of all the dim sum staples! I came with some fam for brunch and we got a spread of the Pork & Shrimp Siumai, Shrimp Har Gow, Spicy Wontons, BBQ Pork Buns, Chicken Mushroom Buns, Salted Egg Yolk Buns, Stewed Beef Tripe, and Pork Soup Dumplings. Overall, everything we had was delicious and tasted just as good as the dim sum carts. All of the staff here are very friendly and welcoming. This spot is definitely a great option for those looking for a fast casual dining vibe or even just to grab and go! read more

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If you're in the mood for some legit dumplings at a great price, Crystal Dumpling delivers. You order at the counter and wait for your food, which is super chill once you figure out how the setup works, it's a bit confusing when you first walk in. The food? Solid. Authentic flavors that hit the spot. Their milk tea and iced tea are great, too. That said, everything comes in plastic to-go containers, which feels a little excessive. I get it, it's convenient, but I'd love to see the owners consider more sustainable options. Now, about the chili oil. I ordered the wontons chili oil, and they were good, but the portion of chili oil was tiny. Like, enough for one or two dips, and it's gone. When I asked for more, I had to pay extra. I don't mind paying, but c'mon, it's wontons in chili oil, make it generous! On the upside, the staff is friendly, so no complaints there. read more

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I would give it a five star if it was a little cleaner, but the food is absolutely amazing. Very authentic and fresh. Delicious dim sum.

The high reviews do not justify their food quality! Frozen, soggy dim sum that breaks apart once u grab it with chopsticks. The restaurant is beautifully decorated but it doesn't provide an adequate experience, asking u to pay before the food comes out and serving food in to-go boxes and utensils. No wonder there's not a single table besides us. read more

Ive been dreaming about massive dumplings ever since my last visit here 6 months ago-- I phoned in my order and picked up to-go . Everything was the same from my last review-- parking is a little rough, customer service is wonderful per usual, inside of the restaurant is clean ... EXCEPT the fact that the sui mai is SMALLERRRR . (You can do a comparison with my photos) . Overall, the taste of the sui mai is still fresh, hot, and delicious, but I can no longer brag about how massive the sui mai is here because it is not . I am now back on the quest to search for the most colossal sui mai in OC . Unfortunately, SHRINKFLATION is sooo real . UPDATE-- i also decided to try the shrimp bean curd rolls again and this time they were no longer slimy ! They're crunchy, fresh, and filled with WHOLE shrimp now instead of the ground shrimp paste . It's served with a sweet mayo dip . I would recommend trying these (: read more

Crystal Dumplings - January 2024 (when I first had them) - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Dim Sum Gem! I've been hearing good things about this little dim sum spot and finally made it in--so glad I did! It's a bit unassuming from the outside, but there's a beautiful mural that caught my eye right away. I love discovering these low-key places that don't scream for attention but let their food do all the talking. Right off the bat, I was impressed by the limited menu. To me, that's always a good sign--they're focused and they know what they do well. I ordered the shrimp wonton soup, shrimp & chive dumplings, and shrimp rice noodle soup. Everything was hot, fresh, and way better than I expected. The broth in the wonton soup was flavorful and comforting, the dumplings had that perfect chewy texture, and the rice noodle soup was light but packed with flavor. Can't wait to come back and try more. Definitely a hidden gem worth checking out! read more

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Unfortunately, this was a complete miss. We wanted to try this casual dim sum spot in hopes of finding an alternative to the craziness of Seafood Cove. The restaurant has a weird vibe overall. The tables are sticky and the food comes out on paper plates. The food itself was a disappointment. Bland flavors and weird textures. Even the chili oil couldn't save the flavorless dumplings. None of the dishes stood out as being decent. Sadly, we will have to brave the crowds at Seafood Cove. read more

Crystal Dumplings - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Very cute little dumpling place! Service was fine and the prices are pretty good! not super expensive which was nice :-)! the only thing is the dumplings are okay, I really liked the chive and shrimp but the "spicy wonton" was not very spicy and it was okay, the tofu did not have any ginger like in the pictures and was from a store haha so not homemade but decent. the bok chot was good! id come back for a little bite:-)! read more

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Good quality food at reasonable prices. This restaurant has a counter where you order. Service is great and it has a nice atmosphere.

Came here to pick up some dim sum in the morning and the service was good and order came fast considering they had to steam it fresh. The siu mai were big and meaty. The ha gao was very juicy and I also like the sticky rice, very good size with decent filling. The tripes were tender and flavorful. read more

Crystal Dumplings - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Came here on a Sunday and the place isn't full. Walked in on a hot day and it was hotter inside than outside. We waited 10 mins to order but the lady working didn't even acknowledge us. Food on the menu looked good and that's what enticed us to walk in. Looks like there is nothing express about this place except making you want to expressly leave! read more

Crystal Dumplings - Dim Sum Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Interesting concept: fast food serving a small selection of good to excellent dim sum for reasonable prices. Crystal Dumpling is located in one of those ubiquitous strip malls found all over Little Saigon and OC KTown in Garden Grove. It is located in the heart of the latter, and was fairly empty when we stopped by for lunch on a Tuesday. There is parking available in the large central lot, but the spots in the center are meant for tiny cars (not very wide)...small door dings seem to be the price one pays for shopping/dining here. Once you enter, you realize there is a fast food register in front, with the small menu above. The young woman worker was very friendly, and explained to me what type of Boba was in the HK iced tea. We placed our order, and was told that the XLB would take 20 minutes. We paid and then found a place to sit. In about 10 minutes, we got two of our dim sum with drinks, and then the XLB came 10 minutes after that. All were delivered to your table. HK Lemon Iced Tea ($5) - crystal boba is basically a jelly and were too big to suck through the given straw. There's a reason why boba straws were invented. Pork Shrimp Shumai ($5) - 4 big pieces. came with a vinegar dipping sauce. The meat was very coarsely ground. Loved the texture and flavor and would get this again. Shrimp Dumplings ($5) - 4 pieces. It was fine, decent amount of shrimp. A lot smaller in size than the shumai. Pork Soup dumplings ($8 for 5). Got 2 servings of this for a total of 10 dumplings. What was very clever was that each had its own aluminum serving dish, so sharing was easy. Plus if you messed up and tore the skin, the juice would just pool in each dish, which you could immediately finish. It's the same dish that usually houses mini custards. As for the dumpling itself, it was good. The skin at the top was a bit thick and doughy, but there was plenty of soup in the dumpling. Came with a ramekin of soy sauce...would have loved sliced ginger in it. One negative thing was that the table surface was very sticky. Probably could have used a good wipe down, but the stain/glaze was badly worn as well, so not really sure if that would have helped. There is a section where you can pick up chopsticks, napkins. And you bus your empty containers yourself. read more

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