so delicious! so amazing the service is great and beautiful interior in the restaurant.

Dumpling Story is what I've heard to be Dumpling Home's aesthetic counterpart (sister restaurants). The interior is definitely aesthetic, featuring a bright, modern, minimalist exterior. Menu is relatively the same as Dumpling Home featuring my faves like the numb and spicy XLB and the sheng jian bao. Both very delicious! The remainder of the dishes we got were also good. I will say the green beans left me wanting a bit more from it. But overall, my party had a nice, fulfilling meal. Dumpling Home will always be my favorite (still prefer it a TINY bit), but because there is less of a crowd, service was amazing! I definitely wouldn't mind coming back considering there the difference in wait time to Dumpling Home. read more

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We simply loved this place. The wait wasn't long, despite it being packed when we arrived. The staff was amazing. The place is small. They have packed in as many tables as they could in here. Yet it didn't feel crowded or like we would bump someone if we breathed. The food. That's what it's all about right? This place delivers. Every thing was as good as the last. They have a pretty extensive menu I wanted to try it all. Sadly I had to settle for Hot and Sour Soup, Wonton soup, Pork Xiao Long Bao 8 Pcs, Chicken Xiao Long Bao 8 Pcs, (8Pcs) Pork Dumpling with Sesame Sauce and Red Chili Oil (6Pcs), Numb & spicy pork Bao, Green Onion Pancake, (Sweet) Red Bean Paste Pockets. We had it family style. The 3 of us shared it all. There was plenty to go around. None of us left hungry. I can't even pick a favorite. Maybe the numb and spicy which wasn't that spicy. It was just so good and flavorful. The soup dumplings were amazing. So much perfect flavor. They held together until the bite. So good. The hot and sour soup was plenty tasty. Not the best I've ever had but certainly among the best. The only thing I will say is that one of my companions can't have seaweed. The wonton soup was amazing but full of seaweed. It wasn't listed on the menu and we have never had seaweed in any other wonton soup so didn't know to ask if it could be left out. That was sad. All she could do was have a tiny spoon of the broth to taste it. The green onion pancake was very good. The red bean paste pockets use the same dough but filled with sweet red bean paste. They were a perfect way to end the meal. Next time I'm in the city I will visit again. Loved it all. It was worth taking the time to visit and eat there. read more

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I've been to the mission location and this one is slightly smaller. we joined the waitlist and waited about 25-30 mins in total on a Tuesday night. the staff are super friendly and helpful! we ordered the: - Numb & Spicy Pork Xiao Long Bao 香辣小笼汤包 ($10.95) - Juicy Pork Bao （6Pcs）猪肉生煎包 ($14.95) - (Dry) Dan Dan - House Special Sesame Paste with Mince Pork 担担面干 ($16.95) I loved the texture of the noodles and how thin the XLB skin was, but both the XLB and pan fried bao were way too sweet :"( the XLB and noodles were also not spicy at all. read more

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Tried Dumpling Story for lunch and enjoyed this spot! Was seated right away and ordered the pig ear, green onion pancake, xiao long bao, dan dan noodles and fried dumpling. Everything was good and I'd definitely come back. Our server was also attentive. -pig ear: crunchy and had good flavor -green onion pancake: thin and crispy, it wasn't oily or heavy -beef xiao long bao: I liked this compared to your usual pork version, was filled with a good amount of soup as well -pan fried dumpling: this dumpling was on the heavier side with thicker skin so I only ate one. it was tasty but I'd want to try a different dumpling next time -dan dan noodles: yummy and light, I liked the smooth texture of the noodles read more

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Unexpectedly wonderful Chinese spot. Based on the location in bougie pac heights, I was honestly a little skeptical. I was happily proven wrong by the absolutely delicious food at dumpling story. Everything we ate was wonderful but the vegetable bao was a real standout for me with its delightful texture and generous vegetables. The chicken wings were also phenomenally done with a crispy and delicious breading. Ambiance and service lovely. Prices reasonable, esp considering location and quality. Very good spot! read more

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A really big fan! This may be my first time at Dumpling Story but it's probably my tenth at the Dumpling "X" restaurants. * The spicy XLB are always my favorite -- I *feel it's a bit spicier at Story than at Home, but I love that. And I may just be misremembering oops, haha. * The cucumber salad is good as always, crunchy and extra fresh. Obviously highly recommend since I frequent this place myself. Clean cute restaurant with friendly staff! read more

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Dumpling Story is the fraternal twin of Dumpling Home in Hayes Valley. I came on a weeknight 30 minutes before we intended to eat (due to trauma of waiting over 2 hours for Dumpling Home), and to my surprise, there was no wait at all! The food is more or less the same as the sister restaurant, but not identical. They do have a few other offerings I don't remember seeing at Dumpling Home like curry dumplings. I have honestly never ordered any boiled dumplings because we always come specifically for the juicy pork bao and xiao long bao. Both restaurants carry the same varieties of xiao long bao and vegetables sides. A recent favorite order has been the eggplant, which has an almost gooey texture and served with bamboo + sweet/sour sauce. We always get both steamed and fried XLB (a.k.a Juicy pork Bao). They are the same dumpling but one is fried vs steamed; both are perfect and unqiue in their own ways. As always, the XLB are exceptional and even better than Din Tai Fung in my opinion. The ambience of this restaurant is a little more high brow than its counterparts so I would recommend this location if you want a nice dinner date out. This is certainly an SF institution and well executed second location! read more

Dumpling Story - Eggplant - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here on a Saturday night for dinner. It was crowded and we didn't have a reservation, but only waited about 15 minutes. This was my first time having dumplings properly and I went all in. We got the chicken xia long bao, shiitake and chicken dumplings, chicken dumplings, shrimp egg and chive dumplings, garlic and chive noodles, and green beans. The chicken xia long bao was amazing. Super flavorful. Not too sweet, not too spicy. Just right in the middle. The shrimp egg and chive dumplings and the regular chicken dumplings were both very tasty. Definitely solid picks. The shiitake and chicken dumplings were not the ones to get. The garlic and chive noodles were great. Oily and tasty exactly how I'd want them. The green beans were surprisingly good too. Oily, garlicky, and packed with flavor. Service was very attentive. Our server clarified our questions and helped us decide what to order, which made the whole experience better. read more

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The service was fast and kind. Everyone helped each other and multiple servers checked on us but not in an overwhelming way. The food was so fresh and flavorful. We tried the dry fried chicken wings- crunchy, tender, and a very flavorful sauce, the dry fried green beans- they were epic! Perfect crunch flavored and seasoned with love and care, and the beef bao buns - tender juicy meat and the broth inside was bursting with flavors Quaint and cute local eatery. It was a full house. But worth going to anyways. read more

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The juicy pork buns are a MUST -- perfectly soft on the outside with a rich, savory filling that literally bursts with flavor. And the pork xiao long bao... SO flavorful. Each bite is packed with that amazing broth and seasoned just right. Already planning my next visi read more

I've been here a couple times now and can confirm the consistency of their dumplings and dishes!!! Ahhh!!! go go go go The good: - best crab XLB I've had. - really amazing green beans - best noodle texture for the beef noodle soup I've come across.. silky and delicious!!! - really unique cocktails and good view at the bar The meh: Nothing. Consider me a happy regular. read more

Dumpling Story - View from the bar! Yum! - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

Dumpling Story on Fillmore Street on Pacific Heights neighborhood perfect for post Thanksgiving meal weekend (or any time actually). We have been at their Valencia Street location in San Francisco Mission District a few months and had enough food for a small army afterwards. All spectacular dishes and very appealing. This time we had a Sunday afternoon brunch with our @uhmanoanews University of Hawai'i at Mānoa Junior Class son who mostly took care of any possible "doggie bags". He loved everything on the menu! We shared "Family Style"; Shrimp & Squash Xiao Beef Xiao Long Bao Dry-Fried Chicken Wings Gong back Chicken Dumplings Mogolian Beef Dumplings Pan Fried Juicy Chicken Bao Dry cooked green beans Tomato & egg noodles Jasmine tea We are now BIG fans of Dumplings Story at BOTH locations. The Valencia Street is much larger Venue but BOTH are super and consistent in service, ambiance and freshly prepared Dumplings. Bravo! Encore! Great & friendly service too! read more

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We ordered almost everything off the menu and each item was AMAZING. AMAZIIIIING! My favorite was the one with the peanut sauce. I couldn't stop eating it! The servers were also super friendly and helpful in giving tips on what to order. This trip was for my anniversary and we ate at a couple of really nice restaurants, including michelin star ones, but this was our favorite!!! I wanna go back! read more

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Food is awsome. Service is great! I don't go here for the ambiance. It's not that great anyway. The pork Xia Long bao and Dan Dan noodles were great as usual. The server who greeted me at the front of the restaurant had a very creepy and fake smile. A little unnerving when I talked to him the first time. But he seemed cool later! read more

Came here with a friend on a weekday for dinner and we waited approximately 20 minutes until we were seated. Waiting on a weekday?! That's how you know a spot has to be good! These are hands down the best xiaolongbao that I have had, and I'm not a big fan of it admittedly. The meat quality and chewy QQ skin blew me away. Be sure to ask for soy sauce or vinegar, they don't give it to you at the table. The shengjianbao filling was also the juiciest I've ever had, but at the end of the day it truly comes down to preference. I prefer the fluffier skin, while she prefers the ones with a thinner and less doughy exterior. I really enjoyed my meal here, two items is more than enough for two people but I really wanted to try more from Dumpling Story. This will have to be a visit for another day... read more

Dumpling Story - Pork Xiao Long Bao - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Amazing soup dumplings!!!!! Skin was thin and the inside was umami and juicy. I was so impressed by the quality of the soup dumplings read more

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Delicious food. Good service. Quite expensive...idk what else to say. Didn't have to wait too long which was nice, but we did go on a wed evening so... read more

First time here and not disappointed! The food was very delicious! Our waiter Alex was the best! He was friendly and always had a smile on his face! He was the final great touch to the whole experience! Definitely coming back! read more

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Dumpling Story is a Chinese restaurant with two locations in San Francisco and a go-to spot for pan-fried baos. There's usually a line out the door, but the waitlist tends to move fairly quickly. I tried the cucumber salad, beef noodle soup, hot and sour soup, boiled dumplings, and their signature pan-fried baos. While everything was solid, the best was the pan-fried baos, crispy on the bottom, juicy on the inside, and worth the wait. read more

Dumpling Story never misses. Every single visit is a 100/10 experience, from the food to the service to the overall vibe. We ordered the spicy pork dumplings, juicy pork dumplings, Brussels sprouts, and sesame balls, and everything was flawless. The dumplings are perfectly made, bursting with flavor, and cooked to absolute perfection. The Brussels sprouts were crispy and addictive, and the sesame balls were the perfect sweet finish. On top of that, the service is consistently warm, attentive, and welcoming. Truly exceptional every time, one of those places you can confidently recommend to anyone and always come back craving more. read more

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We stopped by Dumpling Story for an early dinner while shopping on Fillmore and I was excited to try this spot as it's the sister location of Dumpling Home, my favorite dumpling restaurant in SF. Luckily we came early so didn't have to wait. Between 2 people we shared the pan fried pork buns, crab and pork xiao long baos (4 pieces), chive, shrimp & egg pockets and stir fried okra which was more than enough food. I found that the xiao long baos were the best here, filled with a ton of soup and the crab added a great flavor. The pan fried pork buns however are better at Dumpling Home as the ones here were a bit doughy and didn't have much flavor in the meat and soup. The okra was surprisingly great with a ton of flavor and nice & light to eat along with the heavier dumplings. It's a big enough portion to share between 3-4 people as well. Happy to have a good authentic dumpling spot right on Fillmore for a casual meal while shopping! read more

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I came here because I was in SF and was craving dumplings. It was a genius move as I had some of the best dumplings I've ever had, and that says a lot. There was a short wait at 1:30pm. They use the Yelp waitlist but you have to sign in there, not allowing you to get "in line" from your Yelp app. I was sat at an outside table on their small patio, which had people waiting for their table just on the other side of the wall. The menu had the full gamut of Chinese fare, so I started with the special soy beef, which were thick slices of beef in a great sauce. I also had the dan dan noodles which were the perfect temperature upon arrival and tasted so fresh. Lastly, of course, they had a numb and spicy pork XLB that was out of this world. Just enough numbing that made it the best, not too spicy. read more

After an appt, I dropped in at Dumpling Story. I was seated right away. Restaurant is clean. I ordered green onion pancakes and pan fried dumplings. The pancakes were done correctly, they weren't soggy. The pan fried dumplings were good. Pan fried on the bottom. Juicy inside. Prices are slightly higher than other places but consider the neighborhood. Very good lunch option read more

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Seated quickly around 6pm, was a line when we left. Nice variety of fillings across XLB, boiled dumplings, pan fried baos. + Fresh Cucumber w Garlic Sauce ($8.95): crunchy cucumber could have more flavor (8/10) + Dry Fried Chicken Wings ($16.95): yummy crunchy exterior glazed in a sweet sauce (8/10) + Pork XLB ($16.95 for 8): very wide, thicker skin and super juicy (8.5/10) + Beef & Water Chestnut Dumpling ($15.95 for 8): juicy, ground up filling, chestnut could be crunchier (8/10) + Numb & Spicy Pork Bao ($16.95 for 6): never had a spicy pan fried bao, small in size and could have more filling (7/10) + Dan Dan Noodle ($16.95): not a huge Dan Dan lover, was ok (6.5/10) read more

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No wait for four of us on a Thursday around 7pm, though they were busy. This was also during a Valencia street festival so I was surprised we could get in somewhere to eat right away. The menus are laminated and you check off what you want with a marker, which made these pretty easy. They were also fun drawing boards for our kids. $63.87 before tips for 4 dishes, a light dinner for 2 adults and 2 kids. * Zha Jiang Noodle (dry) ($16.95) - 4 stars, though very salty. * Numb & Spicy Pork Xiao Long Bao ($10.95 for 4) - 4 stars. * Juicy Pork Bao ($14.95 for 6) - 4.5 stars. Really nicely done, seared just right. * Green Bean ($15.95) - 3.5 stars. Good, but super overpriced for a small dish. read more

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These might be THE best xlb I have ever had. After hearing so much hype about Dumpling Story, my friends and I were excited when we were able to nab a four top with only about a 10 minute wait. * Numb & Spicy Pan fried Bao - 10/10 - perfectly chewy skin with a crunchy fried bottom. The bao skin had the best lightly sweet flavor and was SO juicy for a pan fried bao. Big and plump, but perfectly bite sized. * Juicy Pork Pan fried Bao - 8/10 - same amazing exterior, the pork flavor was just a bit lacking after having its more flavorful sibling , the numb & spicy version. However the broth flavor was able to shine through more. Tip: their chili oil goes so well with the baos! Ask for it!! * Beef Xiao Long Bao - 10/10 THESE WERE SO GOOD!! I've had a lot of xlbs, but these were unmatched in quality and craftsmanship that was so apparent in every dumpling. The exterior was the best chewy texture, perfectly pleated on top, able to be rolled so thin it's nearly translucent, and each one PACKED with savory and umami soup. The pork meat inside was fatty, rich, and tender. My favorite part abt all their dumplings was the flavor of the broth, which had sweeter undertones that really complemented the savory meat filling. This aspect of the broth was best highlighted in their soup dumplings, and I would HIGHLY recommend. The size was also generous compared to other popular places like din tai fung. * Zha Jiang Noodle with minced beef - 9/10 - pulled chewy noodles paired with a bean paste and minced beef sauce and vegetables. Noodle texture was perfect and the sauce was deliciously savory and the perfect amount to coat each noodle. Service was prompt, and they did an amazing job answering any questions, offering honest recommendations, and keeping our waters full. The vibes inside are bright and modern, with a good mix of tables for both large and small groups. Loved the music they were bumping as well. This place deserves all the hype it gets, as genuinely every aspect of this meal was phenomenal (and I've had a lot of dumplings in my life). MUST TRY!! read more

Dumpling Story - Numb & Spicy Pork Xiao Long Bao - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

Consistent and delicious. This is a go to place for me when friends come over. It's nothing mindblowing, but yummy and you know what to expect for anything you order there. I love the pan fried pork buns and the xiao long bao and any veggie and cucumber side! It sometimes does have a wait but you can check in-person for the waitlist. Service is pretty fast even when packed. Mostly inside seating and tiny outside area. read more

Worth Visiting during Lunch time on a Friday afternoon . As expected good service with a lot of good food choices. It's my roommate who pick the dishes.. It came out good . very good . . Ambiance is good too .. Very clean . Good to have this restaurant in my neighborhood read more

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Go to spot! Everything is great and you really can't go wrong! The pan fried dumplings are a must try. It is a little bit pricier than other spots but it's really well run. read more

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We tried this based on Yelp reviews. It was Ddddddelicious! The Xiao long bao was good side with juicy filling and thin skin. I love the braised beef noodles and pork intestine spicy noodles. The noodles are smooth but still have chewy texture. It was so yummy! Service was also fast and attentive. Highly recommend! read more

Dumpling Story - Xlb - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

Dumpling Home's pretty little sister, Dumpling Story is amazing! Located on Filmore, it's a great addition to change up the food options in the area. Ambiance is bright and vibrant, with a modern feeling. Dumpling Story kinda feels like the gentrified version of Dumpling Home, there's usually no Asians dining here. The servers are always super friendly and efficient. The pan fried baos are always a must, XLB are huge and soupy, noodles are perfectly saucy. Tried the eggplant for the first time, and it was incredible! Definitely will be ordering it again. Highly recommend this spot! read more

Dumpling Story - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

The wait was very long and even if your party is "ahead" of other parties, I started noticing that they would accommodate larger parties first and then the smaller parties no matter what number you are in the waitlist which I did not like. Then when we got seated, they were not attentive and I get it, when it gets busy it can be hard but it would be nice to at least be somewhat attentive to even place an order. Once they dropped off the food, I noticed there was a hair in it. I honestly did not see it until I grabbed the green beans and as I was placing it on my plate, I saw it wrapped around. The food quality was not the best as a whole and was missing seasoning, very bland read more

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Had high hopes for dumpling story since I love dumpling home but the food and experience fell short of my expectations. Had to wait over an hour which sucked but it is what it is. Dan Dan noodles were bland and needed more sauce Numbing XLB weren't numbing Jellyfish appetizer was good Pan fried dumplings were solid read more

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Amazing dumplings and food. My favorites were the XLBs and the pan fried dumplings. Honorable mention is the wings, they were so crispy and the sauce was fire!!! Gives San tung wings a run for their money. With the XLBs the flavor and tastines off the soup was to die for. Truly some of the best I've had. Only taking off a star because I was annoyed that the bill got thrown in my face while I was barely even half way through my meal. I get that they are busy but this isn't the way to do it, we will eat and finish then give us the bill. Wasn't a fan of that but everything else was good! read more

Dumpling Story - Pork XLB - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

i don't think this owner could have enough locations. dumpling home and this place top the chain in sf dumplings. the pan fried pork dumplings are like no other. so juicy they pop like fruit gushers with incredibly flavorful broth. plus the xiao long bao always hits. read more

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Stopped by on a Tuesday afternoon for lunch and didn't have a wait :) I ordered the Pork XLBs and the Pan Fried Juicy Pork Bao. I really enjoyed the flavors of both dishes but my only complaint is that the prices are a bit steep.. even for San Francisco! The dumplings were made fresh but didn't have a "wow" factor that differentiated them from other restaurants. Overall, very nice staff and clean restaurant. Curious to try other dishes in the future :) read more

Dumpling Story - Juicy Pork Bao (6Pcs) - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Join the Yelp waitlist on the kiosk when you get there. Luckily, my friends and I didn't have to wait that long (roughly 5 minutes). The place itself is fairly small and narrow compared to Dumpling Home. Ordering is pretty similar to dim sum where you mark down the item and quantity you want. They bring it to your table and check it off your copy receipt. We ordered the 8 pcs pork xlb, 8 pcs crab and pork xlb, pan fried baos, and dan dan noodles. Everything was so delicious! We were all hungry from hiking. We were feasting! The staff were very attentive and checked up on us, refilled waters, napkin requests, etc. The noodles were fresh and had the perfect bite. The soup dumplings were so juicy and plump. Very flavorful. Honestly such a great meal. I would definitely recommend :) read more

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XLBs are always amazing. Juicy pork buns are always amazing. Happened to get the wonton soup today, and it had huge spiky fish bones floating around. See photo. Not only that, the broth had absolutely no flavor. It tastes like wonton in boiled water. Will never be ordering that dish again. read more

Dumpling Story - Spiky fish bones floating around the wonton soup - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

There are quite a number of vegetarian options available here! Delicious spring rolls (a bit oily), vegetarian dumplings (the skin was a bit on the ticker side for me but still great), noodles, and pan fried meat dumplings (which were enjoyed on the table). We had a nice corner table that was a bit more private than the other tables. The service is very good. There could be a wait as it does get busy. I would say as a vegetarian you can definitely get a great bite here and the prices are fair as well! I would just say that there are other places I might go to for vegetarian dumplings before coming back here. read more

Dumpling Story - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California