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I thought I reviewed Dumpling Cafe. To quote Reagan, "my heart and my best intentions tell me that's true, but the facts and evidence tell me it is not." It's great to have flavors like this at the mall, especially on a snowbound sort of day. I've previously enjoyed the fried pork chop, roast duck and spicy chili wontons, and tonight I liked the spicy beef hot pot. The fire level was a solid medium that was great for me (keep in mind I'm not one of those people who memorize Scoville scales).
I've been here several times and they never disappoint. They're inside the mall food court but the quality and service are on par with a restaurant. A cute place. Definitely recommend. The pan fried dumplings are so good.
Mall food courts don't generally carry a good reputation, and Newport is no exception. Dumpling Cafe stands out, much like Kaya did in years past. Wanting a quick lunch but lighter than the fried fare at Chick Fil A, Shake Shack, or Popeyes, I got an order of steamed veggie dumplings and, because I can never pass it up when it's on the menu, an order of takoyaki. The dumpling wrappers were a bit doughier than expected, but the filling had a nice gingery hit. The takoyaki were excellent: crisp, fried balls of batter surrounding chewy octopus and scallion with a not too sweet sauce. All that's missing is a swipe of kewpie mayo
We had a day after wedding get together at our place and the original plan was to order some soup dumplings as a side, since they are typically a crowd pleaser. We ordered from Dumpling Cafe when we found out our usual Hoboken soup dumpling spot didn't open until 5 pm on Mondays. We got 7 orders of the pork soup dumplings. Each order comes with 5 pieces and they're each served in its own little tin pan, which really helps keep the dumpling intact. Everyone loved it, especially the presentation (since other places typically just serve it all in a plastic container. They were the first apps to be devoured. I wouldn't mind getting some more soup dumplings from here again. I also saw they have roast pork on the menu, and I'm intrigued since there aren't any good Chinese BBQ places in the Hoboken/JC area.
I was definitely excited to stop by Dumpling Cafe. There are so many food options within the Newport mall, but Dumpling Cafe really stood out. The lady was nice and the menu was easy to read. Sadly didn't order dumplings because I wasn't in the mood, so I'll be sure to try that next time! I opted for the BBQ pork rice bowl. The meat was so flavorful and the bok choy was incredibly fresh. There was definitely a lot of white rice so I saved some for later. Also, decided to order a scallion pancake which had a savory dipping sauce. For a location with a mall, Dumpling Cafe surpassed my expectations. Will definitely try to swing it next time I'm at the mall!
I have ordered from dumpling cafe numerous times now and my first order was the best one. Juicy pork dumplings are good but they have become more doughy and less juicy since then (back in January 2022). The packaging is perfect, they come neatly packed in separate small pans. I have ordered soup dumplings at least 10 times I think and I never had an issue with a dumpling falling apart or torn dumpling wrappers. Pork chive and basil chicken dumplings are great ! I loved the spicy cilantro, garlic and scallion sauce as well (it's for a $1.50 but worth a try). Also try their pork dumplings fried (they are incredibly tasty but too oily at the same time) Some of the things I have observed are that they tend to get your order mixed up sometimes (I have been given basil chicken in place of pork chive and vice versa a couple times but as I ended up liking both it wasn't an issue for me). I have tried their BBQ pork and shrimp tempura rice bowls but I was not impressed with those. Not enough food for the price of rice bowls. and not much flavor. I have stuck to ordering dumplings since. Definitely recommend this for dumplings !
I was pleasantly surprised by their options offered considering they are in a mall. I ordered a duck rice bowl and I thought it was ok. I liked the veggies, and the portion was decent. But the duck meat ratio was a little off. The amount of duck pieces was nice, but the pieces were mostly boney which is where it was not as satisfying. It also makes it more difficult to eat out and about in a mall or for a casual lunch with others. I think I would overlook the difficulty eating and the bone to meat ratio of the pieces i got if the meat texture was better but it was pretty chewy. maybe it was an off day or maybe I need to try something else next time. They have a lot of potential with their offerings so I'm holding out hope.
Got to the mall and hadn't been there in COVID-whenever. I'm a sucka for dumplings and if it's done wrong, I'll hate them forever. So of course I had to try them. Got a deal with 10 dumplings and a soda for 1 price. Got 5 with beef and 5 with pork & cabbage. Tasted my friend's food: soup dumplings, scallion pancakes, and a bowl of goodniss with chicken, egg, rice, & pickled veggies. It's a mall. It's not in NYC Chinatown. I wasn't expecting 'goodniss beyond' & that's exactly what I got. My dumplings were perfectly fried, the filling well-seasoned and had quality meat, in packaging that absorbed any extra oil, yet kept them crispy-edged. The soup dumplings were done perfectly, and in lil light foil cups that keep that soup broth/filling captured. The scallion pancakes were great, the perfect crunch and the perfect size & amount of chives. But that bowl of food!? ugh. I want to go back and order them all. So much effort put on that chicken, and the outer crunch worth a 'chewing yes nod'. I saw the pickled veggies in that bowl and knew this place was legit. It was then I went to get the menu. I don't think delivery would keep things perfect, but I would definitely make a trip to the mall using this place as an excuse to pig out Chinatown style before waddling back to my car.
Highly recommend trying if you're dinning in the Newport mall food court. Their dumplings are delicious! You can get them steamed or pan fried (+$1). You cant go wrong either way, they are both good! I'm also a fan of their Taiwanese beef noodle soup and their fried crispy chicken that they offer on both noodle soup and rice bowls. The spicy sauce is also worth trying if you like a little heat but hate that they charge $1.50 for that.
So far the Best Chicken Dumplings in Jersey City. It has Flavor and Textures. So Good! Ugh!
This is the second time my husband and I have eaten here. It hits the spot each time. Tastes very authentic and I think it is worth the buck. We always get the roasted duck rice noodle soup. The broth alone is so flavorful. There are a lot of choices in the mall but I would go back here everytime!
My first time trying Dumpling Cafe after passing by this restaurant a million times. I had the pan fried basil chicken dumplings. I have to say i was not impressed. They had no flavor at all. The meat inside the dumpling gave more of a sausage in a casing texture very rubbery. It wasnt ground pate type meat filling which i usually like in my dumplings. When you bite these the whole piece of meat comes out at once. I have had better even from the frozen food section. I do want to come back and try their beef noodle soups that looked and smelled delicious. Service was a bit slow but i just contributed that to everything being made to order perhaps. read more
Happy to see the food court at the Newport Centre Mall is still happening with so much variety. After a good search, I chose Dumpling Cafe. Staff were really nice and the service was pretty smooth and quick. Did the steamed cabbage and pork dumplings and the Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup. The food was excellent and top notch fresh. Excellent quality ingredients. Loved the flavor of the dumplings along with the soy and hot sauces they provided. The beef noodle soup was amazing as well. Loved the broth, noodles nice and chewy, the veggies very tasty, and the beef was delicious and very tender. Loved the soup so much I actually dipped some of my dumplings in it. I really enjoyed the food. Slightly pricey but you get plenty of good quality food so it is well worth it. No ambiance being it's a mall food court but plenty of places to sit and is accessible to all. Looking forward to visiting again soon. read more
Wow, this place is such a nice surprise. Exceeded all my expectations. Longer lines than others in the food court, for a reason but the line moved quite fast. Thicker noodle than what I used to, but so still so flavorful. 4 thick yet tender cut of beef, delish! They already put the preserved vegetable and cilantro inside, so let them know if you like it without when you order. Definitely will be back to order this again. read more
I thought I reviewed Dumpling Cafe. To quote Reagan, "my heart and my best intentions tell me that's true, but the facts and evidence tell me it is not." It's great to have flavors like this at the mall, especially on a snowbound sort of day. I've previously enjoyed the fried pork chop, roast duck and spicy chili wontons, and tonight I liked the spicy beef hot pot. The fire level was a solid medium that was great for me (keep in mind I'm not one of those people who memorize Scoville scales). read more
1 year ago
I've been here several times and they never disappoint. They're inside the mall food court but the quality and service are on par with a restaurant. A cute place. Definitely recommend. The pan fried dumplings are so good. read more
Mall food courts don't generally carry a good reputation, and Newport is no exception. Dumpling Cafe stands out, much like Kaya did in years past. Wanting a quick lunch but lighter than the fried fare at Chick Fil A, Shake Shack, or Popeyes, I got an order of steamed veggie dumplings and, because I can never pass it up when it's on the menu, an order of takoyaki. The dumpling wrappers were a bit doughier than expected, but the filling had a nice gingery hit. The takoyaki were excellent: crisp, fried balls of batter surrounding chewy octopus and scallion with a not too sweet sauce. All that's missing is a swipe of kewpie mayo read more
1 year ago
We had a day after wedding get together at our place and the original plan was to order some soup dumplings as a side, since they are typically a crowd pleaser. We ordered from Dumpling Cafe when we found out our usual Hoboken soup dumpling spot didn't open until 5 pm on Mondays. We got 7 orders of the pork soup dumplings. Each order comes with 5 pieces and they're each served in its own little tin pan, which really helps keep the dumpling intact. Everyone loved it, especially the presentation (since other places typically just serve it all in a plastic container. They were the first apps to be devoured. I wouldn't mind getting some more soup dumplings from here again. I also saw they have roast pork on the menu, and I'm intrigued since there aren't any good Chinese BBQ places in the Hoboken/JC area. read more
I was definitely excited to stop by Dumpling Cafe. There are so many food options within the Newport mall, but Dumpling Cafe really stood out. The lady was nice and the menu was easy to read. Sadly didn't order dumplings because I wasn't in the mood, so I'll be sure to try that next time! I opted for the BBQ pork rice bowl. The meat was so flavorful and the bok choy was incredibly fresh. There was definitely a lot of white rice so I saved some for later. Also, decided to order a scallion pancake which had a savory dipping sauce. For a location with a mall, Dumpling Cafe surpassed my expectations. Will definitely try to swing it next time I'm at the mall! read more
I have ordered from dumpling cafe numerous times now and my first order was the best one. Juicy pork dumplings are good but they have become more doughy and less juicy since then (back in January 2022). The packaging is perfect, they come neatly packed in separate small pans. I have ordered soup dumplings at least 10 times I think and I never had an issue with a dumpling falling apart or torn dumpling wrappers. Pork chive and basil chicken dumplings are great ! I loved the spicy cilantro, garlic and scallion sauce as well (it's for a $1.50 but worth a try). Also try their pork dumplings fried (they are incredibly tasty but too oily at the same time) Some of the things I have observed are that they tend to get your order mixed up sometimes (I have been given basil chicken in place of pork chive and vice versa a couple times but as I ended up liking both it wasn't an issue for me). I have tried their BBQ pork and shrimp tempura rice bowls but I was not impressed with those. Not enough food for the price of rice bowls. and not much flavor. I have stuck to ordering dumplings since. Definitely recommend this for dumplings ! read more
I was pleasantly surprised by their options offered considering they are in a mall. I ordered a duck rice bowl and I thought it was ok. I liked the veggies, and the portion was decent. But the duck meat ratio was a little off. The amount of duck pieces was nice, but the pieces were mostly boney which is where it was not as satisfying. It also makes it more difficult to eat out and about in a mall or for a casual lunch with others. I think I would overlook the difficulty eating and the bone to meat ratio of the pieces i got if the meat texture was better but it was pretty chewy. maybe it was an off day or maybe I need to try something else next time. They have a lot of potential with their offerings so I'm holding out hope. read more
5 years ago
Got to the mall and hadn't been there in COVID-whenever. I'm a sucka for dumplings and if it's done wrong, I'll hate them forever. So of course I had to try them. Got a deal with 10 dumplings and a soda for 1 price. Got 5 with beef and 5 with pork & cabbage. Tasted my friend's food: soup dumplings, scallion pancakes, and a bowl of goodniss with chicken, egg, rice, & pickled veggies. It's a mall. It's not in NYC Chinatown. I wasn't expecting 'goodniss beyond' & that's exactly what I got. My dumplings were perfectly fried, the filling well-seasoned and had quality meat, in packaging that absorbed any extra oil, yet kept them crispy-edged. The soup dumplings were done perfectly, and in lil light foil cups that keep that soup broth/filling captured. The scallion pancakes were great, the perfect crunch and the perfect size & amount of chives. But that bowl of food!? ugh. I want to go back and order them all. So much effort put on that chicken, and the outer crunch worth a 'chewing yes nod'. I saw the pickled veggies in that bowl and knew this place was legit. It was then I went to get the menu. I don't think delivery would keep things perfect, but I would definitely make a trip to the mall using this place as an excuse to pig out Chinatown style before waddling back to my car. read more
Highly recommend trying if you're dinning in the Newport mall food court. Their dumplings are delicious! You can get them steamed or pan fried (+$1). You cant go wrong either way, they are both good! I'm also a fan of their Taiwanese beef noodle soup and their fried crispy chicken that they offer on both noodle soup and rice bowls. The spicy sauce is also worth trying if you like a little heat but hate that they charge $1.50 for that. read more
2 years ago
Ordered the spicy beef hot pot and they failed miserably. How do they sleep at night charging over $14 for this hot mess. There was literally 3 pieces of beef and just a bowl full of bland noodles. This is garbage! read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
The best beef noodle ever!!!! I also love their soup dumplings. Just try, you won't regret! read more
This is the second time my husband and I have eaten here. It hits the spot each time. Tastes very authentic and I think it is worth the buck. We always get the roasted duck rice noodle soup. The broth alone is so flavorful. There are a lot of choices in the mall but I would go back here everytime! read more
4 years ago
The beef noodle soup tastes decent. Marinated pork with rice was good at first but soon became too salty and greasy and I couldn't finish. The fried chicken was just soggy... sour and spicy soup came for free with the marinated pork with rice, I probably won't ever order it by itself now that I tried it. Overall the food are all just mediocre and if you are a picky eater there's a good chance you leave your meal unfinished. On the good side though, the food was very affordable and probably costs 12~15 per person. There are not that many Chinese food options in JC so it doesn't hurt to just try it out or eat it as a casual meal. read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
I wasn't sure what to expect from Chinese food at the mall. But I was pleasantly surprised by their delicious Taiwanese beef noodles. The broth was perfect, tasted very authentic and hearty. The beef was tender and cooked perfectly. And there was some pickled veggies + bok choy for crunch! I would recommend it :) read more
4 years ago
Really surprised to find great soup dumplings inside Newport Mall. They might just be the best soup dumplings I've had in Jersey City and Soup packaged so smartly - in little tin foil trays that travel well if you need to take your food on the go. Highly recommend for a quick and flavorful meal in the mall. read more
Honestly, I was pleasantly surprised. The beef noodle soup gave me China street food vibes. The cashier was a really nice lady as well. The broth was warming and tasty. The meat was tender and juicy. No complaints really. read more
4 years ago
4 years ago
So here's the thing....the food is super good.... Here's the issue don't eat here unless you are willing to risk your health. We just placed an order and as we were waiting we witnessed all employees touch and served food without gloves on. They grabbed from the garnishes by they I mean multiple employees and served the food to multiple customers. On top of that they touched all surfaces with there hands that touched all of the food and surfaces.... Also witnessed one employee touch raw meet with his bare hands....and the end all be all is the dirty bowl being thrown on-top of the raw meat. read more
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The pork chop noodle is actually really good. Came back for that the next day. Good portion, lots of veggies, just do not get the dumplings. read more
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6 years ago
Had the fried chicken rice bowl twice now and really enjoy it, very flavorful chicken. Also tried the hot chili dumpling, not bad at all. Will definitely come back and try the other items on the menu. read more
5 years ago
6 years ago
YOU HAVE TO TRY THIS PLACE if you're in the mall and are craving some authentic Chinese food. I got the Minced Marinated Pork Rice Bowl and it was incredible! It's not the usual minced pork. It comes with delicate pork belly mixed in and you get Chinese picked veggies on the side as well. My boyfriend got the Fried Crispy Chicken Rice Bowl, and it also blew our minds. The chicken has such an interesting coating, and the flavor really pops as you bite into all the crunchy goodness. This is the best mall food I've had in a long time. They just recently opened and their quality is amazing and the prices are right. Don't miss out :) read more
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