Super fast service and tasty dumplings! The yellow, black, and white ones were very good! And their spring rolls were very hot and cru read more

Dumpling Plus - Lucky 6 - Chinese Near Me - University City, Missouri

Food was pretty good. I would probably rate it a 3.5/5 because of the service/wait time for food. My dish was brought out pretty quickly but my partners dish didn't come out for about 15 mins. It would be nice if the food all came out at the same time. The waitress didn't check on us that much either. We will probably try it again and just do carry out. read more

My boyfriend wanted to surprise me and take me to this new spot, even though I have a gluten allergen. I know this goes against a lot of my recent reviews because of being GF, but as a lifelong dumpling eater and maker, I have an extremely hard time passing on authentic Chinese dumplings and will suffer through it if I have to. Note: pretty much nothing on their menu is gluten free. He ordered a small wonton soup, and we shared the 6 treasures, a small pork siu mai, and a small Shanghai style soup bao dumpling (siu long bao). Each item comes out individually as they prepare it also you'll get a very fresh, made to order dumpling. They mark your order as you receive it from your table receipt. The service is quick, attentive, and beautifully presented. Pricing here is comparable to other dumpling places in the area, with the 6 treasures being $12 and the siu mai and soup at $7. Of the 6 treasures, the crab and pork, mala, and truffle were standouts. Broths are so silky and umami bombs. The skins are delicately thin yet withstood chopstick pressure and manipulation. The siu mai is meaty, silky, and bouncy. The siu long bao, delicious on their own, but absolutely unstoppably delicious with the black vinegar and chili crisp on top. I took a sip of just the wonton soup. It is very light but the flavor depends almost entirely on the seaweed, which is almost flavorless if you're eating anything else. In Chinese culture, we usually have soup at the beginning of the meal, but with the delicate taste of the broth, it would be very clean or "ting daam" to have it between dumplings. I'll be back, but I sincerely hope they have some GF options in the future! read more

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* Lucky Six Soup Dumplings (6): comes w ginger shreds. thick skin. salty broth. broths taste like advertised flavor. * Chicken Dumplings (pan fried): comes w 8. thicker skin better suited for pan fried. sweeter, looser set filling * Chicken Dumplings: comes w 8. kind of sweet. thickish skin. loose set filling, slightly firmer than pan fried version. read more

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Delmar Loop has a lot of new spots lately, and Dumplings Plus is one of them. If you remember Blue Ocean, you'll be surprised by the transformation. The place is so spacious, clean, and bright. Definitely a different vibe. I went to lunch there with some friends recently and thought it was good. The menu reminded us of a spot we liked in NYC, so we had some expectations. We tried the pork ribs, fried chicken wings, vegetables, and two orders of their Lucky Six Dumplings. For a while, St. Louis only had one place for soup dumplings, but now I'm glad there are more options. Out of the ones I've tried, this was the best so far. Most places have dumplings with a bit of a gamey taste, but these were clean and fresh. I hope they keep it that way because I know it's difficult to get rid of the gamey taste. Prices are fair, and everything we ordered tasted good. The only downside was that the pork ribs were cold, so they might have been sitting out. The vegetables were just okay--fine as a side, but nothing special. Friendly servers I definitely recommend giving it a try. Street parking near the restaurant read more

I was in the Loop a couple of weeks ago and got excited when I saw Dumpling Plus even though it wasn't open yet. I love dumplings! I stopped in on a Monday evening. I ordered the Lucky Six Soup Dumplings. The flavors are: Traditional Pork, Mala Pork, Black Truffle Pork, Shrimp & Pork, Chicken, & Crab Meat. I love how you get 1 of each! Each one had a distinct flavor and tasted like the filling. The only one I wasn't wild about was the chicken but that's just personal preference. I also ordered the Pork, Shrimp, and Veg pan fried dumplings. I wasn't quite as wowed by these. I didn't think the filling was that flavorful and I would have liked to see more crispy edge on the dumplings. The lacey cornstarch was fine but it needed more. The service was friendly, the place is nice, and I love that you can order a Diet Coke. I'll be back! read more

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I'd been looking forward to trying this place for a while, and it did not disappoint! Came here on a weekend afternoon with a friend and loved it!! First, the interior, wow. It's modern and super clean. I wonder if they import the fixtures and furnishings directly from China because everything is so nice and well decorated. The menu is super simple. We ordered the variety soup dumplings, a shrimp soup, and the pan fried shrimp dumplings. Everything tasted authentic and fresh. We wanted the steamed buns too, but since they just opened, those weren't available yet so that just gives me a reason to come back! One thing I really loved is you can see the dumpling makers working right in the middle of the restaurant. It's such a nice touch! The staff were so warm and attentive and constantly checking in on us and keeping our waters full. The bathroom was super clean too, just a heads up that it's single person use, so plan accordingly during a busy lunch rush. My only wishlist item would be adding a drink menu with teas. But overall, this place is a gem. The food is delicious, the vibe is great, and I have a feeling it's going to become a serious go to. Can't wait to come back for those steamed buns! ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

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We ordered couple of different soup dumplings to try, but my favorite was the crab and pork. Ended up ordering 4 more between 2 of us. I really liked the flavor. However the dumplings were served kinda warm and many broken pieces so the juice were all gone. For the shrimp wonton soup, broth was tasty, shrimp wonton was okay. I can skip it next time. We did have to wait almost 40 minutes for our order. They currently don't do takeout order. read more

Dumpling Plus - Chinese Near Me - University City, Missouri

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Dumpling Plus delivered exactly what I needed with the shrimp wonton soup. Big yes. Immediate yes. The broth had that soothing quality. The wontons were delicate and flavorful without falling apart into sadness halfway through the bowl. Unfortunately, for the pescatarian delegation, meat has infiltrated basically every other dumpling on the menu. So while everyone else is off living their pork dumpling dreams, I'm strategically navigating the menu. Still worth it though because a genuinely good wonton soup makes up for it! read more

100/100!! We had the lucky box, spring rolls, wonton soup, and the chicken steamed goyza. All were amazing. Highly recommend. Very knowledgeable staff. Loved the atmosphere and aesthetics. read more

Dumpling Plus - Lucky 6 - Chinese Near Me - University City, Missouri

The food was good and we got right in. Our server was very helpful. We ordered a variety of dumplings, chow mein and soups and everything was so good! read more

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This is a new Delmar loop spot focused on soup dumplings. The soup dumplings had a good amount of broth, flavor is clean but a little lighter than expected. Pan-fried dumplings are also great with crispy bottom, juicy filling. Will try the wonton soup and steam dumplings next time. Nice to have another casual option in the area, especially if you want both styles in one place. read more

My son and I stumbled on this new place while walking in the Loop and gave it a try. The menu is focused on dumplings. We each shared the cucumber salad and shrimp wonton soup - both were great! And then we each ordered the Lucky Six soup dumplings so that we could try every variety. All were fantastic and the service was friendly and attentive. We will be definitely be going back! read more

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This may be one of the most beautiful restaurants in STL. I got the lucky six soup dumplings which was a great way to try a bunch of different flavors without ordering the entire menu. They were good but I have had better/more flavorful dumplings at other local restaurants. Cucumber salad was very good! I wish they had bubble tea or some more drink options...they did tell me I could go next door and bring in one of their bubble teas though. read more

It's an OK/Good Spot. The place is clean and they can accommodate a lot of people, but the food comes out a bit slow. We tried a variety of things. Fried chicken was cooked well, but lacked some flavor. Pan fried dumplings were ok. Wontons were Ok. The soup dumplings were definitely the star. I wish that they'd spread them out wider so that they didn't get stuck and spill the soup all over. read more

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The pork soup dumplings were excellent! The dumpling skin was thin but had good structural integrity (no spillage), and there was plenty of juice in each dumpling. The pan fried pork shrimp veg dumplings weren't very fried so it was a bit disappointing compared to the picture (and basically tasted like the regular dumplings since there was no crisp). And the pork filling tasted and looked a bit undercooked. Cucumber salad was nice and refreshing, adding a nice balance to the dumplings. Atmosphere and service were both great! PSA the sauce container contains both soy sauce and vinegar (longer spout is vinegar). Sniff before pouring! read more

First regarding the food: the general theme across the dishes was that the flavors were very muted. The meat inside the dumplings didn't seem very seasoned and the broth was very diluted. The pork ribs were the least flavorful of the dishes, tasting only like braised meat with a chewy rather than soft texture. The pan fried dumplings were better but overall not very crispy. I found myself having to use more soy sauce and chili oil than I would like for dumplings to give the dishes some taste. Additionally, it is quite pricey for the size of the food you get and everyone in my group left hungry. The interior is very gorgeous and modern. They have a little radio playing music by the door which rounds out the ambiance if you get to sit by the entrance. I also appreciated the waitress and hostess checking up on us and giving us a heads up about how to eat the dumplings without burning our mouths with the broth. Overall, it's a decent place to at least try but I would not return. read more

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Last night, I went to Dumpling Plus, a Chinese restaurant, specializing in Soup Dumplings. Fun fact, did you know that this one along with 2 other new Asian restaurants on Delmar Loop was owned by the same people? First impression, the inside was so beautiful. I loved the decorations and all the artworks on the wall. There was also a clear glass window so that you could observe how the dumplings were handmade. We ordered a steamer with the assorted 6-piece dumplings so that we could try all the different kinds of soup dumplings they had on their menu. Spoiler alert, they were all pretty good. My favorite would be the Mala Pork Soup Dumplings and the Black Truffle Soup Dumplings. The dumplings were definitely juicy and packed with plenty of soup. In addition, we also got the shrimp wontons and beef pan-fried dumplings. The shrimp wontons were good but the wrappers were little too thick and doughy. The beef pan-fried dumplings were juicy as well. It was a little salty for my taste but I liked the crispy bottoms. Overall, I think Dumpling Plus was a solid restaurant. I liked the variety of the soup dumplings. The staff were friendly as well. This will be a good spot for dates and gathering on the weekend. read more

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I was so excited to spot this new dumpling restaurant while driving by, especially since it's much closer to home for me than other dumpling spots in the area. The ambience and decor were beautiful and made the whole experience feel welcoming and polished right from the start (it's what brought me in when I was headed to a different restaurant!). Since it was still one of their first few days open, you could tell they were actively working through the normal new restaurant adjustments, but the staff genuinely cared about making sure people had a good experience. Our waitress was great, and several other staff members checked on us throughout the night. Everyone seemed very involved and invested in the restaurant doing well. They also mentioned the menu will likely continue to grow and adapt over time, which is exciting. If it is your first visit, I highly recommend getting the sampler. My table especially loved the Mala Pork dumpling, Black Truffle Pork dumpling, and Crab Pork dumpling, but honestly every dumpling we tried was delicious. We also had pan fried dumplings that were excellent, though unfortunately I forgot to take photos. The food came out quickly and tasted fresh and flavorful. We did have a small hiccup during our visit, but they handled it very well and went above and beyond to leave a good impression. Even during the early opening rush, it was obvious they cared a lot about customer experience and wanted feedback as they continue improving. I definitely plan to come back and am excited to see how the restaurant develops once they are more established. I also really hope they eventually add dessert buns because taro or chocolate buns would be amazing. Overall, a very promising new spot with delicious food, beautiful atmosphere, and a team that clearly wants to succeed. read more

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Food was fine but there was a large cockroach roaming the restaurant. The host was unfazed and the waitress was rude when we asked about the bug. The bug problem may be a regular occurrence. read more

We ordered fried chicken wings and 3 kinds of soup dumplings: Mala pork, shrimp/pork and chicken. Everything tasted great! Favorite would be Mala and then chicken. The food came out fast. The chicken wings came out in 5min and then all of the dumplings came, maybe 10min later at most, as we were finishing the wings. Our server was nice and checked in frequently which was great. Didn't have to wait awhile to order more or ask for a check. The decor/design has a very clean and upscale look. I've tried 2 other soup dumplings places in STL, this one is now my top. read more

Very bad service. After sitting down for over 5 minutes, nobody came to the table to take orders. During that time period, even manager and servers past by a few times, they totally ignored us. Never going back again! read more

Absolutely a great addition to the loop! The decor inside was stunning. Food was delicious and everything was made to order and felt like a home cooked meal. My favorite was the pan fried dumplings as it had a nice crust to it and the mala pork soup dumplings had a nice kick to it. I did add more chili oil for more spice. Service was also stellar. The waitress checked on us often to make sure we didn't need anything else. 10/10 for me, I will be back! read more

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My family went there first time wanting to try it, very disappointed experience. After we were sitted, we were totally ignored for over 10 minutes. During that time period, the manager and a few servers past by our table and did nothing. No water offerings nor food ordering. Finally we walked out to a neighboring restaurant to eat our lunch. For this kind of service, I don't plan to go back nor recommend anyone to go either. read more

Took over an hour to get our order and several items were wrong. We will never go back. No matter the food quality, that kind of service is unacceptable. read more

finally, a soup dumpling place that's I genuinely enjoy. The hostess was so beautiful that greeted me. I felt like I was in a dream from the beginning of the meal to the end. I couldn't have been more happy. The waitress was as warm and friendly as I've ever seen. This is definitely a great restaurant and I would recommend it to anybody who enjoys genuine Chinese food. read more

Amazing spot! My fiancee and I come here anytime we can make the drive. The food is always fantastic and the service is great. We just wish we lived closer. 11/10 read more