Delicious vegetable dumplings and scallion pancakes!! Green Gancakes Green Pancakes Green Pancakes!

Absolutely best Dumplings ever I love dumplings and i order dumplings at the every Chinese restaurant I go. Best Dumplings in Houston read more

"NEVER COME HERE" Customer service was horrible waitress pulled my food from under me even after I told her I wasnt finshed. As for the food Meh!!! If I could put a zero I would. This was our first time trying this restaurant and will definitely be the last!! We ordered the steam dumpling combination plate when asked which ones were which waitress got mad and called us stupid customers !! read more

Run, don't walk. Everything is great, even my great aunt who does not like to try new foods enjoyed it! read more

Pan fried dumplings and wonton soup were incredible. Service isn't the fastest but they were busy. Very nice wait staff and family run. Would recommend. read more

The female waitress who works here has zero emotional intelligence. I came when there were only a handful of people dining, but no hostess or waitstaff to direct me where to sit. So I grabbed a small table in the back by the kitchen. As soon as I got seated, a female waitress came to me and pointed to another table clear across the other end of the restaurant, by the door. "Sit there!" she said. I couldn't understand her explanation, but I think she wanted me to move because I came alone, and she wanted to manage space and traffic? Anyway, there was a Chinese man working there, not sure if he's her husband or the owner, but he fortunately rescued me and told me that I can stay at the table I was already at. "You can sit there, it's ok." he said to me, contradicting her. He then spoke something in Chinese to the waitress, she talked back to him, then she tried to move me AGAIN and scolded me, "Go there!" pointing to the other table far away. Again, he said to me, you can sit there, and proceeded to speak Chinese to the waitress again, appearing to win the argument this time. Finally being officially situated, I ordered the vegetarian dumplings and also a lunch special entree of shrimp and vegetables in white sauce. The shrimp entree was flavorful, but there were a LOT of what appeared to be CABBAGE STEM PIECES AS FILLER. The only other vegetable that I recognized was a few sliced carrots and 1 or 2 pieces of chestnut. I thought the veggie dumplings lacked flavor, hence the need for all the condiments (ginger, soy sauce, oil, jalapeños). The hot and sour soup was like eating jello due to an overabundance of cornstarch as thickener. As they say, you get what you pay for. If the prices were any higher, I don't think this place would get as many good reviews. read more

This is absolutely outrageous, i would not recommend going here. The service here was terrible. They are extremely rude and give total racist vibes. The old lady had such a attitude. i made a mistake by saying that i didn't want cheese and they didn't replace it. it was just wonton no beef. When we asked what the dumplings were they had a attitude and went back to the desk to call us "dumb customers" for not knowing which is which. DO NOT GO HERE. read more

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I'm not a Dumpling expert so I gave them a 3.5 star for the Dumplings. Overall, 4 stars for value. Prices were fair and food was hot. Decent looking menu. Lotsa items including cheap lunch specials. read more

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Kind of hidden but definitely a Houston staple. I have been eating Dumpling King Dumplings for years. They have a dozen different kinds cooked in a variety of ways. They offer just about any combination you could image. Fried, pan fried, steamed, chicken, pork, veggie - literally everything. They also have some other menu items. It's tucked away in a strip center but totally delicious and worth stopping at if you want some legit dumplings. read more

Stopped in here when our original choice was surprisingly closed . There was only one other table occupied when we walked in but by the time we left nearly every table was full. We ordered the scallion pancakes, fried wontons, pan fried shrimp and pork dumplings, and beef Lo mein. The pancakes were the best thing on the table. The lo mein was fine, a bit greasy but flavorful. The dumplings were underwhelming. I like my pan fried dumplings to have s little crispy bit to them but these were woefully soggy, drumming in liquid, with an unpleasant texture. The fried wontons were burnt. The shell was crumbly and overcooked and the filling was so hard that we couldn't even break them open to see what was "supposed" to be inside. Likely won't be returning. read more

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Another hidden gem in the middle of a strip center. Don't let the appearance of the exterior or the blandness of the interior fool you. This place has the best dumplings in the city. It's been around forever and never seems to change. Steamed dumplings are my favorites but fried dumplings are good as well. Fried rice can feed at least two. read more

Dumpling King - Steamed dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Houston, Texas

I've been coming here with my dad since I was a little girl and it's always been so amazing. Very consistent and so delicious

No other place can top the steamed vegetable dumplings from Dumpling King. Their chopped ginger, chopped jalapeño, and chili oil condiments all make the dumplings even better. I tried their Beijing style shrimp for the first time recently--definitely getting that again. The shrimp were slightly crisp and there was a lot of flavor from the chopped garlic and scallion. Their wonton soup is also a particular favorite of mine because of the addition of Napa cabbage. Any time I'm feeling sick, the vegetable dumplings and wonton soup are my go-to. The only downsides here are the egg rolls are disappointing, and the odor from the cigar shop next door can waft into the restaurant at times. Good news is that the dumplings are excellent to-go and hold up well the next day for leftovers. read more

Easily the best dumplings in Houston. Great lo mein, onion pancakes are fantastic. Very authentic and reasonably priced, our #1 choice for Chinese in area. Don't mistake the hole-in-the-wall look, this is the real deal. Usually no wait for parties of four or less. One big table seats 6 or 7. Bon appetit! read more

Huge selection of steamed and pan fried dumplings, along with staple Chinese dishes. Although place is small, the staff are super friendly.

Delicious authentic dumplings! Better than I have had back home in Canada anywhere. Great service.

Fantastic! Family has been going here for over thirty years. Love it. Eat here now! What are you thinking?!

I don't understand how anyone could give this place less than 5 stars. Their fried rice is the best I have ever had, and I have been to China and Japan. Every person I have ever taken here has been immediately converted into a fan. Even my friends who do not like Chinese food will come here. The service is not super fast and the place is not fancy but that is how you get such good food for good prices. Could not recommend this place enough, would eat every meal here if I could. read more

Been coming here for years, it's my favorite restaurant and I get the same thing every time! I get the green onion pancake & vegetable dumplings. Their portions are huge, sesame chicken, fried rice, orange chicken, lo mein, all the take out Chinese food is great chinese take out! read more

What kind of dumpling are you? Steamed? Pan fried? Meat filled? Vegetarian? Whatever you are (and whatever you want), if you've got a hankering for dumplings, try this place out! Right off the bat, the service was great. We came here in the later part of the afternoon but before dinner, so it was an off time but we were greeted and seated immediately. Coming here with my dumpling, we didn't know what we wanted so we ordered the assortment of 10 steamed dumplings and the assortment of 10 pan fried dumplings for the two of us as an afternoon snack (we eat a lot, all the time). We stayed away from the cheese filled dumplings though so they substituted those for us for other dumplings. Before our order came out, our waitress asked if it was our first time and when we said yes, she happily volunteered to show us how to pour our sauces. She added some soy sauce, sesame oil, jalapeño (if desired), and ginger onto our plates as our sauce. I was a bit uneasy about the sauce because ginger is so strong, but the sauce compliments the dumplings so well! Our dumplings came out steaming hot and fresh and were tasteful, paired with the sauce. The price was reasonable - $7.45 for the steamed and $7.55 for the pan fried. (At most Asian markets, depending on the brand you choose, you can get ~12 frozen dumplings in a bag for about $3/$4. Not fresh like Dumpling King, but still delicious!) Not sure I would come back, as there are so many other dumpling places to try in Houston!, but I would recommend checking this place out at least once! The service was excellent and the food was good, it's no wonder this place has been around for decades. read more

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We ordered the Pan Fried Pork Dumplings, the Green Onion Pancake (Scallion Pancake), the & Gong Bao Chicken Lunch Special. Everything was delicious! The Dumplings were especially good. These are some of the best dumplings I've had in Houston, and the prices are low. read more

Dumpling King - Green Onion Pancake (Scallion Pancake) & Gong Bao Chicken Lunch Special - Chinese Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Portion size is great for the price, the dumplings are full! Love it, the women here are also very polite read more

Dumpling King - Vegetable lo mein, chicken fried dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Houston, Texas

We stumbled upon Dumpling King on a Monday evening and were welcomed with kind hospitality, delicious food, and comfort. We got steamed pork dumplings, pan fried shrimp and pork, green onions, and Mongolian beef for 2. Great flavors topped with the "Im eating at home" feel of the restaurant. The couple who owns and runs this restaurant were attentive to our needs and the food had wonderful authentic Chinese flavors. We will be back! read more

Sooooooo good. So very good. My wife found this place I had never heard of and wanted me to take her to try it. As I've mentioned in other reviews my awesome wife is a vegan. She has a nack for finding delicious vegan food. This restaurant is not vegan per say, but they do have some vegan options. The vegan friendly steamed vegetable dumplings, delicious. I also tried the pan seared beef dumplings. They were so very good that we placed another two orders of what each of us had. On my second order I got a mixed steamed dumpling order. Sort of like a sampler that second one. All the dumpings were good. Those beef ones are really my thing though. Right now you can't go inside this restaurant. They have a sign on the window that says to call the number to place an order, and they have a menu on a small table by the door. I like that, safe for these out of the ordinary times we live in. Wifey and I ate in our car drive in style. The lady that comes out to collect your card or cash, and bring your order is wearing a mask and gloves at all times when I'd see her. Very safe. Glad to see that. A man outside a business next door from a distance was telling me that the food is really good at Dumpling King and that it's been in the same location for 35 years. So word on the street is everything is good here. We'll be coming back again. I love saying the name "Dumpling King" . read more

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Great place to go during lunch. Cheap, made to order dumplings, and delicious dipping. The only downside is that it does take a while to get these dumplings. I ordered through the phone 10 minutes before arriving and it still took an additional 10 minutes when I got there. I got 10 steamed pork and shrimp dumplings and 10 pan fried. $15 total for 20 dumplings. Their dipping consists of fresh jalapeno and ginger. I normally mix those 2, add soy sauce, and sugar. It pairs well! Overall, great place to go. Don't come here for a glamorous meal, this is a small shop. read more

Dumpling King - Chinese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Other than the fact it can sometimes be hard when communicating with the waitress. The food quality is great and it's an experience.

Great taste Quick service But be very specific on your spice levels if you need assistance ask the waiter read more

This place is a total dive -- a hole in the wall place with a TV, an often ringing phone, and senior citizen customers at 5:30 taking over the place. It reminds me a lot of Californian Chinese restaurants with their laminate tile flooring and funky seating. However, let's speak of the reason I came -- for the food. $11.24 with tax got me (6) xiao long bao (siu lung bao), a single cup of egg drop soup, the green onion pancake, and hot tea. Not so bad. The steamed pork dumplings were simply out of this world. They come out really hot (like scald-your-mouth hot) and are extremely fresh. I'd say that they are a little too big to eat in one mouthful, which is a delicate matter in not letting the soup leak out. One of the employees makes ~2,000 fresh every day. The pancake was delightful, too. I recommend throwing some soy sauce and the fresh minced ginger on it. If you need a tip NOT to scald your mouth eating these dumplings, here's my recommendation: 1. Take a little bite off the top to let it steam without all the juices falling out. 2. Pour a drop or two of soy sauce in there. Pop some ginger, to taste. 3. If you like it hot, ask for hot mustard, or put the jalapeño mixture on it. 4. At this point, it should be a little cooler. For good measure, maybe blow a little on the top. 5. Consume. They accept Visa, MC, and Discover. (Not AmEx) read more

Dumpling King - Steamed pork dumplings that come in a 9" steamer and are resting on a damp napkin (as opposed to the usual cabbage leaf). - Chinese Near Me - Houston, Texas

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THE best dumplings in Houston, period. The steamed pork ones are addicting. I love how they have the ginger and jalapeños ready for to go orders as well. The one thing I would say I wasn't a fan of was the chicken & cheese dumplings...but that's probably more on me! They were quality. Highway recommend for a low price, yummy meal. read more

Amazing dumplings! A lot of choices and all fresh!! Parking an issue. Worth the hassle

Check people's photos if you want an idea of what this place offers - the prices are no longer accurate, but the menu's still largely the same. The menu on Grubhub is also incomplete, so I would recommend ordering via phone once you know what you want. If you're looking for somewhere that's taking COVID precautions seriously though - look no further! Dumpling King is only offering food via curbside pickup, and while this does have some minor issues (namely the outdated printed menus) they're still a go-to place for us. You call the restaurant, place your order, and they bring it to your car. Obviously the dumplings are the stars of the show here - they're all freshly made, steamed or pan-fried. Whether it's pork, vegetable, or something else it's hard to go wrong - our personal favorites so far are the pork & shrimp pan-fried. Despite what you might expect, they're not even slightly greasy, and they're packed full of authentic flavor. They also offer lunch specials with surprisingly low prices and generous portions - and they do things old school, which as far as I'm concerned is a good thing, since it tastes like the Chinese food I grew up eating in the 90's. Don't come here expecting "all white meat no MSG", and it's hard to go wrong. read more

Hole in the wall but the place lives up to their name. Tasty dumplings of various kinds, all affordable. Sums it up.

Service: Waitresses were attentive and filled our water multiple times. No complaints. Food: -Steamed pork dumplings: good; They could work on their ginger sauce. I think if they used fresh ginger instead of letting the ginger age in the oil, it would taste a whole lot better. -Beef lo mien: okay; Have tasted better elsewhere. Cost: -Cheap, lots of dishes under $10, can't complain. -10 steamed dumplings was ~$8. -Lo mien was about $7 Total was $14.83 with tax included. I would come back here again. read more

Dumpling King - Beef lo mien - Chinese Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I was highly disappointed. Will not be coming here again was not happy with the attitude of both ladies there. Had to continually ask for someone to take our order and they said one moment. I'm not a rude person but ignore me when I just see two other people there with 4 wait staff then I'm going to have a problem. And the order was for our drinks first. How hard is it to bring water and cold tea. Parking in this location is horrible too. I'll stick to other restaurants up a block from here with better service. read more

This place is decent if you are craving dumplings, but not the best I've ever had. My friend and I ordered the Soup-Dumplings, Fried-Chicken Dumplings, and Green Onion Pancakes. They were all tasty and fit our cravings, but the Soup-Dumplings lacked soup, and the Fried-Dumplings lacked their signature crunchy-char. read more

Dumpling King - Pork Soup Dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Needed fried rice for a party and this was the closest place. 3/5. No veggies, shrimp was good. Kind of bland but not terrible. Did arrive 30 minutes before closing so maybe that's why the dish was underwhelming. read more

Dumpling King - Fried rice - Chinese Near Me - Houston, Texas

This has rapidly become my favorite "hole in the wall" restaurant. The dumplings are fabulous, the variety is massive. Don't let the looks fool you! read more

I've been coming here with my family since I was in the 4th grade. This is my favorite place for veggie steamed dumplings & Lao main. Forever the best sauce options to make yourself and we always leave full. Best place ever. read more

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This place took some warming up for me, but it is the ONLY place in Houston, no wait...the United States that I have had delicious dumplings. The only ones I've had that were better were my homemade ones. I have tried many from different restaurants in Houston as well as in Washington D.C., New York, and even Georgia and nothing has compared. I actually get cravings for Dumpling King. Don't expect a fancy place, but do expect a great meal. They tend to get really crowded during lunch and dinner rush, so go early! My first experience was on a date and I couldn't understand why he would take me to this hole-in-the-wall place. I ordered Chinese and he got the dumplings. I tried one of his and instantly fell in love. I regretted ordering my food and not the dumplings. Another occasion, my friend was having her bachelorette party and we pulled up in a limo, yes a limo. I'm sure they were wondering what the heck was going on with all of us dressed up in mini dresses and heels. We definitely got attention! This was the first time a lot of them had had Dumpling King and they also raved about how delicious it was. My order is as follows: pan fried chicken, pan fried pork, steamed veggie and wonton soup. The sauce for the dumplings: get a spoonful of ginger, add the two oils (not exactly sure what they are, but they go well together!) and then add soy sauce. You can add a little of the green peppers if you want it spicy, but I find it overpowering. My only complaint is I wish they didn't have canned drinks and just used fountain, but I usually get tea anyways. Customer service is mediocre, so you may need to get their attention if you need anything, but they're always friendly and accommodating. read more

I came to this place because of all the yelp reviews on it. Some things I had mixed feelings about, but nevertheless, I would def come back again. The service was excellent. The waitress was very helpful and didnt bother me while I was trying to have my lunch and get some work done on my laptop at the same time. Now on the food: I ordered hot tea since Ive lost my voice recently to sxsw and wanted something to soothe my throat. This did the trick. It was very simple, just a teabag in a metal pot with a small hot tea cup. The wonton soup was a disappointment. The wontons were the thick skin generic americanized wontons. The soup broth was plain. They tried to add some napa to it but the napa was raw and tasteless. now on to the dumplings, afterall, thats what people go to Dumpling King for right? I ordered the chicken and chives steam dumplings and a combo plate of pan fried dumplings. The chicken and chives were mediocre. Maybe I was biased steam versus pan fried but I found that i enjoyed the pan fried dumplings much more. It was fried just the perfect amount. I then also got a kao po shrimp to-go as the lunch special. I was very impressed with the dish. Ask for the chili oi, add a little bit of it to your soy sauce. Its the perfect dip for the dumplings ;) read more

Dumpling King - Front entrance, a lil tough to find - Chinese Near Me - Houston, Texas