We really enjoyed our meal--the food was delicious and filling, and the staff made sure we had everything we needed. The only thing to note is that the table was a bit small for all the goodies we ordered. Ordering a little less might make the dining space more comfortable. read more

Dumpling U - Signage - Chinese Near Me - Fresno, California

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Came to Dumplings U during their soft opening at little after 11am and had a great experience. There were already about 8 tables seated, and even though I started entering my info at the kiosk, the front greeter was able to seat me right away which was great! Water was brought out as soon as I was seated. I ordered the chrysanthemum tea as well since it was a bit chilly out. It was perfect. On the table were the condiments, vintager, soy sauce and chili oil for your use if you wanted any of that. For food, I started with the scallion pancakes, super crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be ordering these again. I also got the classic pork soup dumplings, garlic bok choy, and spicy wontons. Everything was delicious, and the filling to wrapper ratio on both the dumplings and wontons was perfect. There were so many other dishes I wanted to try, but I knew I wouldn't finish everything which just means I'll definitely be back for more. The space is clean and spacious, which I really appreciated. There's good distance between tables and it didn't feel overcrowded at all. As I started getting my food, the restaurant definitely began picking up, but everything continued to flow smoothly. Tables were bussed in a timely manner and everyone was very helpful and attentive. Great food, great service and a comfortable space. Stop by if you're looking for great dumplings! read more

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Dumpling U recently opened, and we waited a few weeks for the initial buzz to die down before checking it out. We were excited to see how it would compare to Din Tai Fung. The restaurant layout is really nice, with seating on both sides of the entry and a small waiting area where you can actually watch the ladies hand-rolling dumplings fresh on the spot. Definitely such a cool touch. We ordered the pork sausage fried rice, pork dumplings (potstickers), and the spicy soup dumplings. Everything was delicious. The dumplings are larger than what I remember from Din Tai Fung. The soup dumplings could've used a little bit more heat. I did not notice a distinct spiciness to them versus the ones that I've had that were not spicy at all. While they're not quite at that DTF level, they're still the best soup dumplings we've had in Fresno so far. We've tried another nearby spot that didn't measure up, but Dumpling U is definitely the closest we've found to our So-Cal favorite. It absolutely satisfies that soup dumpling craving when we can't make it down to LA. We even recognized one of the servers, so it was nice seeing a familiar face. Service was excellent, provided by Cody and the ambiance was pleasant, and the dining area is bright with comfortable seating. We'll definitely be back to try more of the menu. If you've never had soup dumplings, this is hands down the best place we've found in Fresno thus far. Totally worth a visit. read more

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The food was good! And the service was amazing! Although the wait was a while (30 ish minutes) when we sat down we were greeted and our server was attentive. We ordered the pork soup dumplings, cucumber salad, beef noodle soup, garlic noodles and custard buns. All of it was yummy although there wasn't a particular dish I was completely in love with. I'd love to come back to try more though! read more

Dumpling U - Garlic noodles - Chinese Near Me - Fresno, California

This place was very delicious! The service was excellent and we were checked on often and taken care of! The wait was a bit long, but they do have a waitlist to make it easier for you to see your spot in line to be seated. While the food was good, I was a bit surprised by the portions. I feel like entrees tend to be a bit bigger than what we got. Most of the items weren't really shareable, so do know that. My personal favorite was the braised beef ramen! The inside was very nicely decorated and there was plenty of seating as well. It was very modern and up kept, perks being a new establishment read more

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Paid a visit for the first time with my family and bestie. We ordered a good amount for sharing and we pretty much liked everything. One thing we thought was different were the plates, cups, etc. They were all plastic which I guess is fine due to the fast service but we do like heavy duty plates and utensils instead. I do wish they had more veggie dumplings but the shrimp balls we're amazing! Inside is cute, dining tables were decent in size. Would def. Return with friends/family. read more

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Soft opening: walking in you automatically see the dumpling ladies, which was giving din tai fung vibes which I love and appreciate! We ordered what we usually get at din tai fung not necessarily to compare but to see if this will be our spot when we have the cravings. We ordered the soup dumplings, schezuan dumplings, and braised beef noodles. The schezuan dumplings were ok. The sauce was really just chili oil, no other flavor. I felt like the dumpling itself did not have much taste to it. The braised beef noodles were cooked well. I loved the beef, bok choy, and noodles. The broth felt a little bland but once I put a little soy sauce in it, it was so good. Now to the dumplings... ok.. I really enjoyed the soup dumpling. By itself it has flavorful taste and you add the vinegar to it and it's 10x's better. Service was ok. I think they're new so I'll give them grace. I feel like after looking at the menu, I knew it more than the server. BUT, the place has a lot of potential and I definitely am coming back to try more! read more

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It's one of my good friends birthday. I made reservations the night before for a lunch date 11:30am through the Yelp app (love the convince and highly recommend). Initially made reservations for 5 but there was only my friend and I with my two kids. We arrived 3mins before our 11:30am reservations. It's currently their Soft Opening. The interior is so cute!! As we entered we were greeted and you can see them making dumplings. I told them I had reservations and we were promptly seated. The lunch crowd followed after. The workers were really nice and attentive. My friend and I ordered to share. Our order: House Special beef roll, custard bun, steamed mantou, char siu bun, chicken deep fried dumplings, and house special sausage fried rice. Took about 20min for our food to arrive, once one plate arrived they all started to trickle in. Everything came out fresh and hot. The food was amazing!! The custard buns were delicious and so cute, made into pig characters my daughter loved it. The char siu bun was my favorite the meat was so flavorful and it just melted in my mouth. The special beef roll was my friend's favorite it was a mix of sweet and salty. The fried dumplings were delicious. Didn't realize the steamed mantou was just the steam bun with no filling. The house fried rice was perfection! Towards the end of service they were so busy and we were waiting for one of our servers to return so that we could order more food to try and also to go. It took a while for them to come back but it was understandable as they were quite busy so we just decided to order to go. We were seated in the smaller dinning room where all of the tables were filled and it was a bit loud I was having a hard time hearing what my friend was telling me and she was in front of me. For limited time they are also giving out super cute re-usable bags. Overall we enjoyed our food! The restaurant is clean and the staff is so friendly! Would definitely return and love to try their dumpling soup. read more

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I visited here on a Friday night with family. The food was delicious, full of flavor and appropriate temperature. The service was great and there was not a long wait to be seated. Surprisingly, with all of the hustle and bustle outside they restaurant was quiet and peaceful. Will definitely return read more

Came for their soft opening and was so excited to see we got a legit dumpling spot finally open here in Fresno! I appreciate the effort into the design and feel of the dining area. Great place for casual dining. Be sure to join waitlist when you can. It was an hr wait within just 15-20min of opening. You know it's legit when the first thing you see when you walk in are the two aunties wrapping the fresh dumplings by hand! Having just returned from visiting Shanghai their xia long baos reminded me of the iconic Nanxiang Steamed Bun restaurant (南翔馒头店). I also like that they make them larger than ones you would get from Din Tai Fung (鼎泰豐) which helps keep the dumplings warmer. One order was plenty for two people to share with two other items. The xia long baos passed the pick up test. The wrapper are supposed to be delicate and yet they did not rip or tear when picking them up from the steam basket. The soup inside has the perfect umami flavoring and they're so perfect for cold weather. Their beef rolls are a must try - it's like a Chinese style burrito wrap made with a flakey crispy pancake wrap with a little chewy texture. The beef shank inside was cooked perfectly - normally takes 3-4hrs to braise it so soft! Can't wait to come back to try their beef noodle soup and pan fried dumplings! Great to see we have another option now other than pho and ramen in the hood. read more

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Very excited to try this place, but didn't realize that it had become so popular so quickly. Be prepared to wait unless you join the Yelp waitlist in advance. Inside there's nearly no waiting area so if there's inclement weather, everyone is going to pack in by the door and the rest of us will be suffering outside or staying in our car monitoring the online waitlist. Inside there are two different rooms, which is good if you have a large party because you can essentially have space to yourself and then there's a very large dining room with many tables and booths. The wait time that we have noticed on the two evenings we've come during the weekday are roughly 35 to 45 minutes in the evening. We opted to try the spicy wonton, XLB, beef noodle soup, and the house special beef roll. The spicy wonton was nice, although Jingle Bao has a better and more flavorful spicy wonton. The XLB had great flavor as did the beef noodle soup. We were a little disappointed with the house special beef roll. It was a little too greasy for my liking and lost that flaky crusty texture within about 20 minutes. Service was great although the food coming out was really slow. We chalked that up to a soft opening. They have complementary iced tea next to the register while you wait. I thought that was a really thoughtful touch because it cost nearly nothing and is not water. We saw many orders of noodles come out and will definitely be back to try that. read more

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Stopped here for lunch with friends. Overall our experience was great. We ordered cucumber salad, dry string beans, tan tan noodles, pan fried chicken dumplings, and my friends ordered the soup dumplings. The service was great and quality was definitely comparable to Din Tai Fung. The reason I only gave it 4/5 stars is because there's no option for chicken soup dumplings. They only have pork or pork/shrimp mixed. I would've even been happy for shrimp only soup dumplings. Maybe this is something you can add to the menu like Din Tai Fung. We had gone for lunch. So the parking was a little tight. read more

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Damn food network! Watching a chef make a dumpling dish and had to explore Yelp! Fellow Yelpers highly recommended this place so decided to check it out! Good sized crowd, but we were seated right away. Pricing seemed high, but were talked out of getting so much by the manager. All of our food was outstanding and they give a military discount! read more

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20/10 Best place in town for dumplings! I couldn't wait to get home and I'm currently sitting at the restaurant still! It's THAT good! You definitely have to get their classic soup dumplings! Everything else was perfect, and flavorful. Their service is great even when they were really busy. They were quick to collect empty plates, so your table doesn't get too full of dishes. They even had two ladies in the front making the dumplings by hand behind a glass window. I tried to get pictures of most of our plates, but we were too hungry and missed a few! It was a bit on the pricey side, but it's well worth it. read more

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Love me some dumplings so let's get into it. We had reservations at 6:45 and seated promptly! Service was very good and they were pretty busy. They also have reservations available through yelp which is convenient and you're able to view how many people are ahead of you. They have people making the dumplings there and it's a cute experience. Something that Fresno does not have, and truly needs. As for the food. We got the *garlic noodles* usually I am all about salt but this was too salty. I would try another noodle dish next time. However, their noodles are thick and very good. *spicy pork soup dumplings* lacked flavor and was expecting more spice. Even adding the spicy chili sauce they have on the side still was not enough * Sichuan style wonton* I could probably eat these all day everyday lol. Pretty flavorful and tasted fresh! Highly recommend these. They were not spicy. *beef roll* also another really good dish, similar taste to bahn mi just wrapped in a flaky scallion pancake. Get these and share them. Music inside was vibey and the overall atmosphere was chatty and had good energy. There are some things to work out with in terms of flavor, but I recommend this place and see for yourself. read more

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4- Checked out U Dumpling during their soft opening today and had a good experience. The food was fresh and the staff was welcoming despite just opening. I liked that you are able to make reservations on YELP App. The crowd came in right when they opened too. There were minor things--tan tan noodle (super salty and too much oil at the bottom of bowl and not mentioning about pork on menu), but definitely a solid new addition to the neighborhood--I'll be back to try other dishes. read more

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Incredibly excited to have visited tonight. We were on our way to a local dumpling house and saw the soft opening sign while driving past. We quickly flipped around and ran in to ask if they were open and if open to the public. They immediately sat our party of 3, brought water and took drink orders. Our knowledgeable dumpling super expert was Jasper and we are so happy that we sat in that section because the service was incomparable. Every wait staff there was kind and attentive. Let me say- start with no more than 4 items, we went a bit over board as our excitement grew in each discovery of their menu items and we definitely had food to take home. The restaurant itself was cool, yet warm and inviting. Love the decor and I would be remiss if i omit, there is a viewing window to watch as dumplings are rolled, stuffed, and formed- which was beyond cool. read more

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I was really excited to try Dumpling U and was not disappointed. My favorite dish of the meal was easily the beef roll. It was amazing. The meat inside was so tender and the veggies added the perfect balance of freshness. The noodles were thick and flavorful. The soup dumplings were also very good and fun to eat. The place is really busy so it does take a while to get seated and get your order taken. The place itself looks very clean and calm. read more

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Had no problem getting a table during lunchtime on a Friday. They have a good amount of seating. But I'm sure it gets busy during dinner, especially this being a "newer" dim sum spot. Ordered the green beans, which had good flavor but a bit salty. The wontons came with a lot of chili oil, which I enjoyed. However, there was a mountain of cilantro with green onions and garlic. I felt bad because my friend doesn't eat cilantro so she could barely eat it. If only we knew that having been written on the menu, we probably would've asked to remove it ‍ The Shanghai noodles were good. I liked their thickness as well as the sliced vegetables with it. The pork that came with it was a bit overcooked. The pork XLBs were fine. I was more thrown off by the sweet soy sauce & vinegar we were supposed to dip it in. First off, they only gave us one of those sauces, and we had to ask for another one as there were two of us eating. Secondly, the sauce was sweet, which is very unusual for a XLB dipping sauce. Not sure if they were trying to be different but that caught us off guard. Lastly, we ended with the chocolate and mochi XLB, which tasted exactly like Din Tai Fung's, so we were definitely pleased with that. The staff were really nice. May have asked if we were doing OK 4 more times than was necessary, but I just liked to be left alone eating lol. I'd come again and mix the order up for sure. read more

Dumpling U - Chocolate & mochi XLB - Chinese Near Me - Fresno, California

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Finally got to try this cute little dumpling spot. Service was great from the moment we walked in and the staff checked on us several times throughout our meal. Food came out quickly even though the restaurant was busy. We tried the fried rice, noodles, spicy dumplings, soup dumplings, pan fried dumplings, bok choy, and beef rolls. The beef rolls were definitely our favorite item. Unfortunately, most of the food lacked flavor for us. The noodles were overly chewy and the garlic bok choy tasted more like thickened sauce with chunks of garlic added in rather than a well developed garlic flavor. Overall, the atmosphere and service were great, but the food was a bit underwhelming if you are used to more traditional and flavorful dumplings. I would also like to add that my friend did enjoy her food however she does like things that are not so spiced. read more

Dumpling U - Noodles, fried rice, dumplings & bok Choy - Chinese Near Me - Fresno, California

Perfect chinese food spot. I love their fried rice and their soup dumplings which are like nothing else you have eaten before. I also love their egg custard buns and their crab cheese wonton. The veggies are delicious and the staff is so nice and attentive. The location is also decorated with fancy pictures and the soy sauce trays look nice and add to the atmosphere. read more

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I decided to try the new restaurant after hearing great things about their beef rolls. The pork soup dumplings, however, were a bit disappointing. The dough was undercooked in spots, still white even after steaming. I'd suggest skipping the spicy pork soup dumplings--they tasted like raw gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) was added directly to the pork filling, which was a bit overwhelming. The Shanghai noodles also missed the mark. The dish was dominated by pepper--either black or white--and came out very spicy. The pepper aroma was so strong it overpowered everything else. On the brighter side, I spoke to neighboring tables, and many enjoyed the fried rice and buns. Service was attentive, and there can sometimes be a wait for seating, so make sure to sign in on the waitlist. Parking is limited, so I'd recommend carpooling or being patient while searching for a spot. Overall, some hits and some misses, but there are a few standout dishes worth trying. read more

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Service is great! 10/10! The pork and crab Soup dumplings were amazing! Definitely will come back! read more

Dumpling U - Chinese Near Me - Fresno, California

Dumpling u was a delicious spot we stumbled upon when our first choice fell through. What a blessing! We ordered some dumplings and chicken fried rice to share. The portions were big and enough to share and take home. Service was great. It was really busy for a Friday at lunch but we received our meal faster than expected. This restaurant is clean and well maintained. The bathrooms were honestly some of the cleanest I've seen in Fresno. Sadly I didn't take any pictures. Next time! read more

So so good! Lunch date with my husband and decided to try it out after seeing the positive reviews and seeing it always busy. Well worth the visit and the service was attentive, quick and never felt we couldn't get help if we needed it. We ate family style and left very content with our meal. We loved the string beans and Shanghai noodle the most. Everything was fresh, hot and came out fairly fast for how busy the restaurant was. Definitely in our top places to eat in Fresno when we are in the river park area. Great experience overall and will definitely be recommending to friends and family. read more

Dumpling U - String beans, cucumber salad, Shanghai noodle. - Chinese Near Me - Fresno, California

Braised beef noodle was fire Sichuan style wonton was a my girlfriend favorite Pan fried porn bun was fire as well came out fresh and hot careful with this one lol Shrimp and pork soup dumpling Shrimp and pork shumai WOULD DEFINITELY RECOMMEND TO VISIT read more

Dumpling U - Chinese Near Me - Fresno, California

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This spot was delicious! Finally authentic dim sum / dumplings in Fresno! We loved the pork wontons in chili oil and the potstickers. The garlic noodles were almost Italian in nature but udon noodles, fun combo. The staff was also very kind and attentive. Will be back! read more

Dumpling U - Garlic noodles - Chinese Near Me - Fresno, California

I'd give this place a 3.5/5. Seems the hype finally died down as I was seated pretty much right away. Service is quick and friendly. House special beef roll was my favorite item and would recommend. The beef shank is flavorful and you can't go wrong with a scallion pancake. Tan tan noodles were really good as well. Lots of flavor and good spice. Pork soup dumplings lacked some flavor. The soup is heavy on the white pepper, which I do love, but could use some other flavors to balance it out. Pan fried pork dumplings had a different soup base that seemed soy sauce based and was a little sweeter than the soup dumplings. A good option. No complimentary tea unfortunately. They give you a carafe for water. Food comes out pretty quickly. read more

My family and I went to Dumpling U for our friends graduation celebration, and we are so happy we did! This restaurant was 10/10, the food was amazing, the service was spectacular, and the environment was friendly and welcoming. Big shout out to Jocelyn for the amazing service! read more

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Staff was pleasant and welcoming. My Togo order came quick. Noodles had a nice texture and flavor until I found the hair mixed in and then looked closer at the meat. I stopped eating it immediately. I'm being nice with the 3 stars. read more

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Food was bomb! As good as the Bay. The pan fried bao were my fave this time, but I'm sure there will be others next time! read more

Dumpling U - Chinese Near Me - Fresno, California

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Ordered take out while I was in town. Impressed with the short wait while my food was being prepared. The food was good and the portions are large. read more

The food in general was very bland. I was expecting more, there was a line outside of people waiting to get in. Service was fine, the manager checking in on us towards the end of our meal was much better than our waitress. She didn't have any recommendations of her own aside from what was already marked as favorites on their menu. The ambiance is very casual and kind of loud. I personally won't be going back. I paid $85 for 3 people, which 1 of us was a 10 year old. She was the only one that liked the food. The 2 adults stopped eating after tasting the food. The only thing that was tasty was the House Special Beef Roll. The pork soup dumplings were disgusting and I am open to trying everything at least once. The chicken shumai had no flavor. The Shanghai fried noodles were not bad, but still not my taste. read more

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This place is popular and I can see why. Stopped by for a quick lunch. Service was 10/10, food was delicious. read more

Dumpling U - Custard bao - Chinese Near Me - Fresno, California

The food was a 10/10 . The noodles and dumplings were to die for !! Def recommend and don't forget the chocolate dumbing read more

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Came on a Friday evening and didn't have to wait. Was greeted and taken to our table. Seated along the wall, they have cushion seats and sauce options like , chili oil, soy sauce, and vinegar. The order: I got a bit of everything. Starting off with the beef rolls, a pretty generous amount of shredded braised meat inside with cucumber wrapped in this crepe-like wrap that's slightly crispy. Super filling dish and comes in 4 rolls. The honey walnut shrimp is a must order item, probably the biggest shrimp I've seen used for this dish. Tastes exactly like how honey walnut shrimp should taste like, beautifully fried, that's sweet and savory. I loved the Jajang noodles! Noodle doneness was perfect, the ground beef and cucumber were not overly salty, my daughter's fav dish. I also got the pans fried pork dumpling. It's steamed and fried well. Not burnt at all on the bottom, soft on top and has pork and vermicelli noodle filling. I dipped it with some sauce soy and chili oil, super delicious. Finally, the cute pork custard buns have a rich custard center that's sweet and the bun itself was soft and moist. Will order this again for sure and it makes my daughter happy cause it's so cute. Staff were attentive and friendly. Not a huge restaurant but adequate space for a lot of customers to dine in. Tables are busted down and cleaned quickly, and they have a tidy restroom for guests. Overall, it was a great experience and I would recommend anyone to check this new dumpling spot in town. read more

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Food is SO good! Have been here 3-4 times and enjoyed everything each time. Pork soup dumplings are amazing. Closest to Din Tai Fung we will have here in Fresno. The green beans are HEAVEN! Get them, they are unlike green beans I've had before. Get the house beef roll - the flavor, the texture - my favorite dish here. Cucumber salad, crispy shrimp ball - recommend! Tried the other dumplings and all were good, really liked the pan fried chicken ones. Sausage noodles are good. Chocolate dumplings for dessert are a MUST! read more

Dumpling U - Broccoli, pork soup dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Fresno, California

Not bad!! Service is slow but they're all trying their best because this place is busyyyy. Wait time for two on a Friday night was about 30 minutes. We got the pork xlb, pan fried pork buns, dan dan noodles, and Sichuan style wontons. Overall not bad! The pork xlb was a bit salty and the wrappers were a little thicker than I'd usually like but they were juicy! Also, if you want ginger for your sauces you're going to have to ask. Pan fried pork buns were solid but would've been way better if they were fried for longer!!! I was really missing the crispy bottom. Dan Dan noodles were were a solid texture but the meat sauce was a little too sweet and lacking in the mala tingling spicy flavor. Sichuan style wontons were silky and were our favorite. read more

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Everything was fresh and good. They have different takes on crunchy shrimp balls and garlic noodles. Like them but I don't know if I like them better than traditional styles. Wait time for to go orders was 25 mins not too long but expected as they were busy. The restaurant is nice and clean with an open atmosphere and really enjoy watching the ladies filling the soup dumplings. They were filled with plenty of broth and filling! Service was nice and will be back to dine inside. read more

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Arrived around 8:15PM to pick up my to-go order of won ton soup and beef rolls. It was still busy but well staffed. Service/help was good but the cashier did not know if they charge more for using credit. Seems like something you'd want your cashier to know... The location seems very well staffed. Good preparation for the volume of business they are doing. Of course the viewable dumplings work station is awesome. Always enjoy seeing things being made. The food: $33ish 1) Won ton soup was over flavored and I didn't love the texture of the filling. It was tight, finely ground meat without variation in contrast. Was hoping it was going to be my new addiction but I much prefer other versions out there including from Jingle. Those versions have a better quality texture and shrimp added. 2) Beef Roll: One of the most delicious things ever tasted! So flavorful, textured with ample filling of both beef, veggies and sauce. Truly sublime! Glad I got to go as this place is overly packed and busy all day long. Not willing to fight the crowds to eat in or bring a guest. Looking forward to trying more on the menu. -G read more