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    Dumpling Hours

    4.3 (252 reviews)
    ModerateDim Sum, Noodles
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Ginger Scallion Noodles
    Erica M.

    Came on a Friday evening for dinner. It wasn't too crowded just yet, so we were seated immediately. Casual ambiance/decor. Quick service. Good food! We ordered: - Black Truffle & Pork Xiao Long Bao - Chicken Xiao Long Bao - Boiled Dumpling w/ Shrimp, Egg, Chive, & Wood Ear Mushrooms - Green Onion Pancakes - Ginger Scallion Noodles Everything was good, but stand outs were the noodles and both xiao long baos! We'd come back just for those lol. Everything felt pretty reasonably priced too. Will def be back.

    Brenda L.

    We visited Dumpling Hours after seeing a few recommendations for it on TikTok, and the food was delicious!! It's located on Lakeshore. Decent amount of street parking; we came for an early Saturday dinner and there was no wait. What we ordered: + Pan Fried Pork Buns ($15) (5/5): The best thing tbh!! Flavorful broth and fun texture from the buns being pan-fried. The pork kept it's moisture well! + Pork Xiao Long Bao ($16/8pc) (4/5): Good, but not extraordinary. We actually got the spicy version of it too and I liked it slightly more since it felt a bit more flavorful. + String Beans w/ Garlic Sauce ($14) (4/5): I liked this! Pricy for it's portion tbh but it was filling + Ginger & Scalion Noodles ($15) (5/5): SO GOOD! Savory and addicting + Zha Jiang Noodles ($16) (3/5): A biiiit dry. I'd probably skip this next time + Siu Mai ($11/6pc) (3/5): This was also meh. It didn't taste as good as it does at dim sum restaurants lol Service was alright. The food came out quickly but it was soo difficult flagging them down when I feel like it shouldn't have been considering how small the restaurant was lol. Payment is done at the cash register!

    Fried chicken wings were flavored and fried really well
    Alicia L.

    This place exceeded my expectations. Service was honestly unbelievable. As soon as my husband and I stepped foot in the restaurant, a waiter pointed to a table. No greeting; no time to waste with pleasantries, lol. I think they kept their eye on us like a hawk because anytime we needed something, they were always a step ahead of us! Overall, food was so good. Very flavorful. We really enjoyed the chicken wings, the beef noodle soup, and the XLBs! I think I was disappointed by the spicy wontons, but they weren't bad. Will be back again.

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    Winnie W.

    Always a great dining experience at Dumpling Hours. Excellent food with fast efficient service. I'm such as fan!

    Stephanie A.

    Craving dumplings, we decided to try this place and were not disappointed. We ordered the juicy pan-fried pork buns, siu mai, pork xiao long bao, and dan dan noodles. Everything was delicious, but the pan-fried pork buns were my favorite, perfectly crispy on the outside with an incredibly juicy filling. Can't wait to come back and try more items on the menu!

    July 2025
    James H.

    No wait on a Thursday at 11:30. I had appt in the area and had lunch with two friends. First glance at the menu, was how crazy expensive it was for everything. We all shared the pork xlb which were good but the wrapper skin was on the thick side. The crab and pork xlb were plump but again the wrapper on the thick side. The juicy pan fried pork dumplings were good but wish they were bigger. The zha jiang noodles were good, not too sweet. The cucumber with crushed garlic had no taste to them. Good thing their hot chili sauce is good. Service was ok, they came to refill water when we finished meal. Street parking

    Pork Wonton with Sesame Sauce Chili Oil
    Jessica S.

    Their XLB does not beat Din Tai Fung's but it's still tasty and definitely scratches the itch. I ordered the sesame chili oil wontons, spicy XLB, pork braised noodles, and garlic scallion noodles. My favorites would be the two noodle dishes I ordered and may come back for just those. Fast service as well which I appreciated!

    Juicy Pan-Fried Pork Buns
    Sue L.

    I was excited when my husband told me that they opened a new location in Oakland on Lakeshore. I've been to their other location in Walnut Creek and loved it. We decided to stop by (without a reservation) to celebrate Father's Day around noon, and I was surprised that there wasn't a line. I really liked the simple decor and how clean it was inside. We were lucky that there was a table next to the window. I liked how you can order on your phone by scanning the QR code on the table because you can take your time ordering. We ordered 5 dishes. The two noodle dishes were overcooked and were extremely soft. The chili sauce for the pork wonton and jellyfish salad wasn't as flavorful as I thought it would be. The best dish was the pan fried pork bun. A bit disappointed with the quality of food, especially given how each dish was over $10. Unfortunately, this place is a no for me.

    Pork Xiao Long Bao
    Aileen Z.

    I love dumplings... everything I got was so good. The restaurant was very new and clean, I loved the fun colors and the furniture, super casual dining. You can order on your phone! Here are the things I tried: Pan fried pork buns: 10/10 seriously soooo juicy perfectly flavored Pork xiao long bao: 10/10 also super juicy Shrimp pork and vegetable potsticker: 9/10 very crispy Green onion pancakes: 8/10 Cucumber salad: 8/10 very fresh and light Parking here is a little tough but not impossible. I came on a a Friday for lunch and there was a lot of seating available.

    Daw M.

    Good dumplings Vegetarian options $2 for a pot of tea, not a cup Friendly service Great Price for portion

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    So many dumpling options and they were all delicious. Great vibes, friendly service, good food, open late. What more could you want?!

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    My god, the quality of the dumplings were amazing! Such a good experience, I was well taken care of and attended to.

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    Ming's Tasty Restaurant - Happy Lunar New Year

    Ming's Tasty Restaurant

    (697 reviews)

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    Oakland Chinatown

    This past weekend (Sun 15 Feb2026), my sister, niece and I went out for a dim sum brunch for an…read moreearly celebration of Chinese New Year. My sister had remembered an article in the SF Chronicle's Food section which ranked Misty's Tasty as "top-ranked" and "best, authentic dim sum in the East Bay". Behind a graffiti'd exterior, you enter a smaller restaurant than most and it was definitely buzzing. We got there early-ish(btw 1030 & 1100) and there was already a short waitlist. There is nothing fancy about this place and don't expect white table cloths and napkins. Once seated, be ready to order off a paper menu which also doubles as their to-go menu. Our selection consisted of * 2 orders of snowy Baked BBQ Pork buns * Pea sprout dumpling w shrimp * Steamed Shrimp dumpling (Har Gow) * Steamed spareribs in black bean sauce * Preserved meat w rice in a claypot * Rice noodle roll w beef cilantro *Bean curd skin rolls (Fu Pei Guen) * Chicken feet w Peking Sauce * Deep fried meat dumpling (Ham Sui Gok) * Deep Fried Taro dumpling (Wu Goo) * Pork and Shrimp dumpling (Sui Mai) The service was fast as each dish came out "piping hot". Each dish is categorize under Small, Medium, Large and X-tra Large. When we were leaving, there must have been 20+ folks waiting We will definitely return to try other options. Each item is priced appropriately, good portions and tasty!!

    I was on a grocery shopping run and read about Ming's Sui Mai. I had lunch with a friend of mine at…read moreanother restaurant in Chinatown before we did our shopping. We both ordered one dish of Sui Mai to go so we could try it out. My wife and I actually liked the taste, texture and flavor. The dish includes 4 Sui Mai for $7.99 but the menu shows $6.45 for the dish so a bit confused on the price difference. We plan to go back but dine in next time so we can try the other many dishes. Based upon the Sui Mai, this is definitely worth trying out for Dim Sum. I forgot to take pictures of the Sui Mai but I did take pictures of the menus and restaurant. Review Update Paragraph: Correction to my original post, I can't do math in my head. We paid $14.99 for two orders which comes out to $7.50 each so I'm guessing the difference between the Owner's response and what we paid might be for using a credit card.

    East Ocean Seafood Restaurant - Fried squid

    East Ocean Seafood Restaurant

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    If you're looking for that classic dim sum experience, where servers wheel carts through the aisles…read moreand you simply point to what looks good as it passes by, this is the spot. It's getting harder to find places in the Bay Area that still do it this way, mostly because restaurants just don't have the space anymore for carts to weave between tightly packed tables. That alone makes this place feel a little special. The food itself tastes fresh, and yes, the hot sauce passes the test. I've had a few unfortunate (and slightly traumatizing) encounters with off-tasting sauces during the pandemic, so now I always do a cautious smell-and-taste check first. They also serve "tofu fa" (tofu pudding) with a sweet ginger syrup, which was a pleasant surprise. It's one of my favorite desserts and not something you see often at dim sum spots these days since it's not in high demand. Definitely brought back some nostalgic, childhood vibes. Just a heads up, this place gets busy quickly. If you can, try to arrive within the first hour after opening. Otherwise, be prepared to wait a bit, it's popular for a reason.

    Came to East Ocean in Alameda for lunch and had a bit of a mixed experience…read more On the plus side, there's plenty of parking and a lot of seating, which makes it easy for larger groups. The food also came out quickly and was hot, and overall everything we ordered was delicious. Unfortunately, the service really missed the mark. There seemed to be a lot of staff, but it was hard to get what we needed--we had to ask multiple times (and sometimes ask different servers) just to receive basic things. Great food, but the service left a bad taste in my mouth.

    Peony Seafood Restaurant - Siu Mai (北菇滑燒賣) (4pcs)

    Peony Seafood Restaurant

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    Oakland Chinatown

    It's been years since I've been at peony! Usually we go to fusion delight in San Leandro, but the…read morelines can be so insane, so I've been retrying different spots in the east bay to see if I can find a comparable spot. We went on a Sunday around 12:45 pm, and there was no wait so that was great! We got all the usuals (shrimp dumplings, siu mai, spareribs, chicken feet, beef balls, radish cake, and beef cherng fun), as well as sweet and sour spareribs and mango pudding in the shape of piggies lol. Everything was pretty good. I especially liked the cherng fun and radish cake, which are two of my faves at dim sum. The beef balls were standard. The shrimp dumplings were a bit fishy. Black bean spareribs are not really my thing, and I don't do chicken feet, but I think the bf liked both. I did enjoy the sweet and sour spareribs, which you don't see as often at dim sum. The mango piggies were like your standard mango pudding, cuter in theory than in practice, but that was expected. Overall, another decent dim sum spot in the east bay if I don't want to bear the wait at fusion delight!

    My experience with Peony Seafood Restaurant was extremely disappointing and frankly unacceptable…read morefor a place that presents itself as suitable for large groups and business dining in Downtown Oakland. We organized a large gathering of over 40 people for a business meeting, expecting at least a basic level of accommodation. Last year, this same restaurant had no issue providing WiFi access, which made it a viable option for professional use. This time, they flatly refused to share WiFi, offering no reasonable explanation or alternative. For a business group of that size, this is not a small inconvenience, it completely undermines the ability to coordinate, communicate, and function effectively. We turned some of our party away so the restaurant actually lost business. What makes this worse is the inconsistency. If the service was available before, there is no justification for the abrupt change, especially without any effort to work with a paying group of this scale. It sends a clear message that they are not interested in supporting business clients, regardless of group size or prior relationship. If you are planning any kind of professional gathering or need even minimal flexibility from the restaurant, I would strongly suggest looking elsewhere. This was a frustrating and avoidable experience that reflects poorly on their management and customer service. The food was okay, last year the room was perfectly decorated this year it looked like it was set up for a wedding which was rather odd for a business meeting as well.

    Shan Dong - Sesame Paste Noodles

    Shan Dong

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    Oakland Chinatown

    I don't say this lightly -- this was the best food I've ever had in my entire life…read more Shan Dong completely ruined me (in the best way possible). I have thought about their noodles and dumplings every single day since eating there. I'm not exaggerating when I say I've been actively trying to come up with reasons to get back to Oakland just so I can have another meal here. It honestly feels like a crime to have tasted something this good and then have to go back to living in Southern California without it. The noodles? Unreal. Perfectly chewy, fresh, comforting, mind-blowing ... all at the same time. And the pork dumplings ... I genuinely don't have the words. Juicy, flavorful, delicate but still hearty -- A DREAM! We were in town for less than 24 hours, which somehow makes it worse. I couldn't even take leftovers with me, and I'm still not over it. I've literally had dreams about this food since. Actual dreams!!! If you're anywhere within driving distance, go. If you're not, figure it out anyway. This isn't just a meal -- it's an experience that will stick with you long after you leave. I know it has for me. Can't wait until I'm back in town so I can come back for more!

    I never knew I could cry tears of joy over a bowl of noodles but here I am. It is absolutely…read moredangerous that Shan Dong is near my place in Oakland because I definitely will be a frequent visitor. Arrived at 1:30pm on a Sunday and the place was packed on that rainy day. I knew I was in for a treat when there is a busy spot close to closing time (3pm on Sunday), cozy vibes, and little ladies in the front making noodles. After about a 10 min wait (thank goodness for yelp waitlist), we were seated and greeted to warm barley tea at the table (nice touch). We definitely over ordered which is never the worst idea. It was definitely appreciated later that evening for dinner: Sesame Paste Noodles w/ beef - Ok, so lets get this out of the way, these were the clear winner. Hands down! Delicious and creamy noodles in the best sauce ever! Future me will be sitting in this restaurant, fat as heck, slurping up these noddles, with a big bottle os Tsingtao. Spicy Won Tons - These were the 2nd favorite, Yummy wontons dancing in chili oil. A classic. So good! Sizzling Shrimp w/ Rice - This was definitely the coolest dish out of the bunch. Shrimp and veg in a tasty sauce over a bed of rice crispies -esque rice. The best part was the snap, crackle, and pop of the rice when the shrimp was poured over. I loved how the veggies were sauteed but remained a little crunchy. I love when my veggies aren't completely cooked to death. Scallion Lamb - Like the name suggests, tons of thinly sliced lamb, cooked up with every scallion ever! This was really yummy when we first had it, but this was excellent after a few hours when the flavors married together. We had all of this and some beers! Such a perfect meal for a perfect rainy day.

    Gum Kuo Restaurant - Egg White Dry Scallop Fried Rice

    Gum Kuo Restaurant

    (1.2k reviews)

    $$

    Oakland Chinatown

    The duck noodle wonton soup here is worth the trip. Honestly, everything here is delicious. They…read morehave fantastic ricerolls, too. A huge assortment. They close super early, so get there in time for take out for dinner (I think they close at like 6?) Parking is an actual nightmare unless you're willing to pay or walk. But that's China Town for you. Service is fast and friendly. I like that they let me practice my Mandarin. It can feel a little crowded at times, but that's the price you pay for really good food.

    Getting right to it, 4 stars because it's so affordable! However, there are some things I want to…read morepoint out that would actually make this spot more of a 3 star visit. 1. The attached parking garage charges $2/every half hour. Granted, this is no where near SF parking rates, it's still an additional fee. Street parking is super hard to find, and the streets are hectic, but you can test your luck (and patience). They use little tokens now that you have to pay for before exiting. Make sure you hold onto it because a lost token will run you $48 for the day rate. 2. The spot is poppin. It's not a complaint, that's a great thing! However it's really small inside so if there's a wait, you do have to line up in a single file line along a divider wall, where you can watch diners eat. Right next to you is the take out line for BBQ orders. It can get really claustrophobic. Tables do move fast as they're quick to bring out food, however you may be asked to just share a table with someone else. They have a couple round tables for the communal dining, or larger groups (up to 8). This is an ideal spot for 2-4 people. 6+ may cause you to wait longer for seating. 3. The tap water tastes kind of weird. They bring you a hot cup of tea too but the herbal taste is a bit too strong for me. 4. The bbq items are just okay :( I did a 3 item bbq combo with rice for about $21. You get a generous portion of meat, rice and a few pieces of steamed Chinese broccoli (gai lan). No sauce to dip or anything, but they do have a black bean sauce on the table to use. The sauce is pretty salty though, so just keep that in mind when you're adding it on. No spicy condiments on the table unfortunately. The duck was decent, but the bbq pork was a bit too lean for me. It wasn't overly sweet though so that was nice. The roast pork wasn't crunchy at all!! For some reason, they thin sliced it, instead of cut it into cubes. I love roast pork for the crunch so this was disappointing. The skin was more chewy than crunchy. All of the meats were tender though! 5. Fresh shrimp rice roll was hot and steamy and the price is cheaper than some dim sum spots ($7.50 for this one i think). However, you also get less shrimp. The sauce poured on was also kinda thin, and not sweet or umami enough. The rice roll itself had a good chew though, silky but a little thick. It holds up well while eating. The proportion go shrimp to rice noodle is waaaay off though. 6. Wonton noodle soup was good! This seemed like the crowd favorite as most everyone ordered this. The noodle could have had a bit more chew to it, but the wontons were bouncy and the broth comforting. You get a couple pieces of chinese broccoli with this too which is nice. The service was efficient and our main server was nice. She spoke english and actually smiled back. They take card payment too, so that's convenient. You really get some bang for your buck here, but I'd probably stick to taking food to go.

    Dumpling Hours - dimsum - Updated May 2026

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