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    Destination Dumplings

    3.9 (33 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Kyrie Jude E.

    Location: Bryant Park, Xmas village Service: Great nothing so special. Ambiance: Stall so not as big as you think but no issues, set-up was clean. Food: Tried their classic pork dumplings. As a dumpling girl myself, I can say it tasted really good and easy to consume. Had total of three orders in one day. Haha. Must try and perfect go to snacks.

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    Jacqueline T.

    After browsing all of the food options at Winter Village at Bryant Park, this was our second stop. We got some Korean Beef Dumplings and they hit the spot. We scarfed them down in a few minutes. I'd highly recommend this spot and would absolutely come back for more dumplings/other dishes!

    Classic pork dumplings with spicy chili sauce.
    Holly K.

    Stopped into the location at the Smorgasburg event in Prospect Park. Pointing that out because I thought the classic pork dumplings I ordered were good, but just not as fresh as if they probably would have been if made in-store. The spicy chili sauce WAS just that, spicy, but tasted really good and made the dish.

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    Ashka V.

    Destination Dumplings is the reason I have a dumpling addiction now! I got in line for this stand at the Jersey City smorgasburg event when I first tried them. My two cents would be to get on line EARLY if you're trying to have these at smorgasburg because they sell out very fast! And for good reason! Just be aware of the fact that you're probably going to end up waiting no matter what time you go because this place is really popular. We got the edamame dumplings with the pickled beet on top. Not only are they aesthetically pleasing, but they taste AMAZING!!! They're so fresh and warm, made right in front of you and have a great authentic flavor. I will be back for more! I'd give them a 4.5/5 only because I feel like $8 is a lot to pay for the small portion size & the wait was SO long, but makes sense at the same time. Staff overall was so nice and wore masks! Make sure to try this out!

    Spicy pork bao buns
    Prianka S.

    Got the spicy bao buns and they were absolutely delicious! Your mouth will be on fire but you will love it. They have a stand at smorgasburg too!

    Pork and chive (left) and Korean beef (right)
    Caycee T.

    Stumbled upon them while they were at the Tuesday Hudson Yards Smorgasburg. If you're coming out of the Hudson Yards station turn left away from the vessel to find the mini Smorgasburg!!! Came at 5:45pm-ish and they were still serving but all of Smorgasburg closed around 6:45pm. The Tuesday staff was friendly and said they also travel to other Smorgasburg weekday locations. The dumplings were juicy, warm and delicious. We used Apple Pay so we got 40% off our order! The Korean beef ones were my fave over the regular pork and chive (which were also great). They had other flavors as well.

    Around the World Dumpling Sampler (Classic Pork, Jerk Chicken, Peking Duck, Korean Beef, and Edamame)
    Ryan H.

    Try the Around the World Dumpling Sampler for a good assortment of dumplings! Served in neat bamboo plate with Classic Pork, Jerk Chicken, Korean Beef, Peking Duck and Edamame. My favorites were Classic, Korean and Peking.

    Michi K.

    A pop up dumpling place in Bryant park?? Yeah, I probably should have gone with some hotdogs or sandwiches. The dumplings were very dry and dense (almost like a hamburger ptty. They have a gimmick with wacky flavors. I tried the jerk chicken one, and it was just weird. I mean, I finished it... and yes, the sauce wasn't soy sauce... But I question my own judgement to give this place 2 stars over 1. I waited 5 minutes just to get served crappy dumplings that are outclassed by frozen ones from Costco... Ok, but they got some novel flavors. 2 stars.

    Eddie M.

    Was in the area and been meaning to give them a shot. Glad I did! My cousin was visiting from Germany and it waa her first time trying dumplings or bao. She loved it! As did I, as expected. The customer service was great and there wasn't a line so I got my food quick. Definitely worth the price! #BaoDown

    Beef dumplings with pineapple / beets
    Notoya S.

    Instant happy place meal in such a small presentation. Amazing ! I tried them at Smorsburg in BK and after waiting on a long line they did not disappoint . Cant wait for their brick and mortar to open up . Wonderful .

    Amina R.

    These barely had any flavor even the jerked chicken dumplings. Dumpling casings already lack flavor. The stuffing inside is what makes them and if you're stuffing is boring and lacks flavor then it ruins the dumpling.

    Around the world sampler
    Jennifer L.

    Was able to finally check out the Smorgasburg WTC location, which is not that far from my job, so knowing I can come here every Friday make me so happy. So dumplings, my coworker and I shared the "Around the world" sampler (Korean beef, Peking duck, edamame, jerk chicken and classic pork). Which cost $23 for 12 dumplings. These dumplings are the holy Grail of dumplings! All were so tasty and like that the dough is nice and thin. If you ever go to a smorgasburg you need to check out their stand!!!

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    OMG soooo good if you have time, stop by at the Bryant Park stand. Best thing I had all day today.

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    The dumplings were so tasty and cooked to perfection. My daughter loved them and she is extremely picky about what she will eat!

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    Amazing!! Absolutely delicious dumplings and bao. Very authentic - sauces were great. You could tell they were made with love.

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    7 years ago

    Had these at Bryant park during the holiday market. Absolutely amazing! Would highly recommend the Bao and Korean BBQ dumplings.

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    The quality of food here is very good also everything is is handmade which makes the food taste 10x better

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    8 years ago

    First timers during Smorgasburg 2018 - Amazing dumplings in NYC hands down. They always have cool new creations.

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    Hainan Jones

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    0.5 mi•Theater District, Midtown West

    Loved this spot! I ended up coming here twice during my trip to NYC. The location is super…read moreconvenient in Midtown, just steps from Rockefeller Center, and I was pleasantly surprised that we were able to get a table for three both times without much wait. The portions are generous and the prices are very reasonable for Midtown Manhattan. Over the two visits, I tried both versions of the Hainanese chicken rice, and both were delicious. The food came out incredibly fast, and I especially appreciated that the meals included Chinese broccoli. I also tried the stir-fried noodles from Hainan Jones and that was excellent. Overall, everything we ordered was flavorful, satisfying, and served quickly. Definitely a great spot for a casual and tasty meal in Midtown!

    Heard that Anthony Bourdain loved this spot for hainan chicken and rice, which is a comfort dish…read morefor me and I really understand why. The chicken was very tender, well prepared, and so were the veggies. I think it has stiff competition by way of Lou Yau Kee but is definitely up there as top 5 southeast chicken rices in the city! I would def come back here and what's great is that you can feel healthy bc it's steamed/poached chicken, rice and veggies :) It's inside Urban Hawker, so you can get a variety of other things to go with your meal - might I recommend Kopi (malaysian coffee) at the nearby stand? The flavors were bold, authentic, and the chicken skin was silky smooth. The cucumbers had a nice crunch and the veggies as well. They give you two sauces, one of them is spicy and might be hotter than you expect so try it first.

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    Adel's Famous Halal Food - chicken and lamb over rice

    Adel's Famous Halal Food

    4.4(1.2k reviews)
    0.4 mi•Theater District, Midtown West
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    This is worth the hype guys... I have no idea how it got so popular (tiktok, ig reels, word of…read moremouth?) but everytime I passed by here during my trip there was a line. It also smelled heavenly. We decided to keep the good vibes going after the most fun night - BTS concert - since this was near our hotel, we got in line around 11:30pm? They're open until super late. Didn't even spend that long in line to be honest, or maybe I just didn't mind the wait? When you get closer to the front, the line splits into two - not sure what the system is logically but it does help with ordering faster. We got one platter for 2 people - Mixed Platter which includes rice, lamb, chicken, and a slice of pita. You also have the option to pile on some crispy french fries (why would you reject fries) and get a drizzle of various sauces. I very intelligently opted for the hot sauce on the side, and was so grateful for that because it does pack a punch! Gosh, this was so delicious. SEASONED, and everything on the plate mixed together so well in one bite. Also an excellent portion that would definitely last you at least 2-3 meals if you got it for one person. I'm for sure going back next time I'm in Manhattan.

    Tastes great and reasonably priced. Would not wait more than 20min though, because the regular…read morespots are not that much different. Wait was not bad at 615 on a Tuesday. Looked like 30 people but line moved fast, so took under 20 min.

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    Adel's Famous Halal Food - Combo (chicken and lamb) over rice and fries was well seasoned. Would recommend dranks while waiting with friends in line hehe!

    Combo (chicken and lamb) over rice and fries was well seasoned. Would recommend dranks while waiting with friends in line hehe!

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    Chicken over Rice Platter and Lamb Over Rice

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    Gray's Papaya

    3.8(1.7k reviews)
    1.7 mi•Upper West Side
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    I can't go to NY and not have a hot dog. On my last day I walked to Gray's to get a dog with…read moreeverything and a pineapple juice. There was a short line, but it moved quickly. The staff let me use tap pay even though I didn't reach the minimum that was on their signage. I ate at the counter they have outside. The hot dog had a nice snap to it and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The pineapple juice was cool, sweet and tart.

    New York City has a remarkable ability to turn ordinary things into cultural institutions. Given…read moreenough decades, a basic diner becomes a historic landmark, and a simple hot dog counter becomes a neighborhood shrine. Gray's Papaya on the corner of 72nd Street and Broadway is the quintessential example. Founded in 1973 by Nicholas Gray after he split from Papaya King, Gray's built its reputation on snappy franks, tropical fruit drinks, and microscopic prices. High rents and Manhattan real estate realities eventually shuttered the other outposts, leaving this Upper West Side location as the last one standing. We ordered the famous Recession Special: two hot dogs and a papaya drink. One dog came loaded with mustard and sauerkraut, the other with grilled onions. Both were aggressively, heroically average. They were not bad, which would at least make for a compelling story. They were simply the sort of hot dogs that seemed to spend their lives avoiding taking a firm stance. If hot dogs were graded on a bell curve, these two would sit directly in the middle, quietly hoping nobody called on them. The mustard was mustard, the onions were onions, and the sauerkraut did its job. The papaya drink was cold and pleasantly sweet, offering a refreshing counter to the salty franks. The service was purely transactional. Nobody threw a hot dog at us, but warmth and hospitality are clearly not core company values. You step up, state your order, exchange cash, and move along. Still, three stars feels fair because nobody visits Gray's Papaya in search of culinary perfection. You go because you are hungry on the Upper West Side, you do not want to spend twenty dollars on lunch, and you want a quick taste of a Manhattan that existed before every storefront turned into a luxury bank branch. The hot dogs are strictly middle of the road. The history and price tag are considerably better.

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    Gray's Papaya - Recession special...one with mustard and sauerkraut & one with chili & onions. Papaya juice and Coconut Champagne.

    Recession special...one with mustard and sauerkraut & one with chili & onions. Papaya juice and Coconut Champagne.

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