Bailey N.

We ordered To-go on a Tuesday evening and everything was excellent! We even got the bunny buns and they were a perfect fluffy desert finish. The restaurant exterior decor is nothing fancy or to write home about but the food is yummy and our order was ready in a very reasonable amount of time for the quantity ordered. We hope to go back when we visit the Houston area again and highly recommend this little gem to others wanting dumplings. :)

Jeanelle G.

Food was fresh and hot! Very yummy. Service was attentive, and the whole place had a welcoming vibe. The dimplings were fresh, flavorful, and honestly some of the best I've had.

Callie H.

This was our first visit and we were beyond impressed! Our server (Yee Lee) was amazing and so helpful! We got 3 types of dumplings and her recommendations were right on point. The green beans were also very good and will be something we get when we come back. The restaurant was very comfortable and very crowded for a Monday night.

Brian T.

We recently visited Dumpling World for lunch time with the family. Our group of 6 was seated at one of their large round tables/benches which fit our group perfectly. You know I love round tables when dining with a group, especially if we're eating family style! We came at 12:15 on a Sunday and there were only a few tables dining in. However after about 20 minutes, people started coming in droves, including a group of 20, likely the after-church crowd. By the time we finished eating, the restaurant was filled, with only 1 or 2 empty tables. Service was fast and friendly throughout our visit. At first, the servers looked bored as they were standing around with only a few tables to wait on. Fortunately, that changed quickly and they still were attentive to our table. We ordered the Pork Xiaolongbao, Pork & Scallion Pan-Fried Thumb Buns, Pork & Scallion Potstickers, Eggplant & Minced Pork Noodle, Chinese Burrito set with Sautéed Shredded Pork, Orange Chicken, Braised Beef Noodle Soup, and Shrimp & Pork Wonton Soup. My favorites were the Pan-Fried Thumb Buns and the Eggplant & Minced Pork Noodle! The thumb buns are basically steamed dumplings that are pan-fried on the bottom to give it extra crisp. The (dry) noodle dish is so flavorful and they manage to make the eggplant pieces extra crispy. The hand-pulled noodles in that one also have a nice chewy texture to them. The Chinese Burrito was definitely a unique one - not quite moo shu pork, but similar concept with the pancake wrapper that you stuff with the meat and veggies. I'd be interested to try the other variations they have of this. The Xialongbao tasted fine, however every one of our 6 dumplings stuck to the paper base, which caused some to break as we were trying to separate them from the paper. One improvement area is the presentation of the dishes. Dishes are served on (hard) plastic plates which feel a bit cheap and slide around the table easily, especially if you're family styling everything. Also, each dish came with what seemed to be a random utensil for serving. Some came with a metal fork, some came with a metal spoon, some came with nothing at all and we had to ask for an extra spoon. Consistency would be helpful here, along with actual serving utensils rather than just a small spoon or fork. Even tongs would be helpful for the dry noodle dishes! Dumpling World is a solid spot for Asian food in the Clear Lake area. Whether you're looking for dumpling and noodle dishes, or just Americanized Chinese food, the menu is fairly comprehensive with lots to choose from. While I do miss Noodles & Dumplings that was previously in this spot, Dumpling World has definitely made their mark.

Kirsten D.

Food, Service all 10/10! Ambiance 9/10 just cause it was rather warm in there and I had to ask them to turn on the air. It was definitely a different restaurant before but who cares. The dumplings were huge and had a ton of soup. And it was flavorful! The little thumb buns were fun to eat and the green beens were good. I did add some chili oil for a kick. But damn I'm definitely coming back and I highly recommend others to come. The quality for the price is great.

Stanley S.

Probably the best spot in the Clear Lake area for soup dumplings! They have a solid menu of assorted steamed/fried dumplings and wontons as well as standard Chinese American dishes. We ordered a couple orders of the pork soup dumplings which were savory and pairs well with some chili crisp and vinegar. The Dan Dan noodles with minced pork and sesame paste was also a great side (and on par with other spots like Mala Sichuan). I also tried the Sichuan green beans and chow mein (for the kiddos). Service was also quick and helpful. You probably won't find a better spot in SE Houston outside of traveling to downtown/Bellaire area for similar quality dumplings or dim sum.

Thione T.

Woah! This place is SO good! Started off with mushroom soup dumplings, braised pork potstickers, and sour soup dumplings and after we finished those I proceeded to order 2 more dumplings which were the shrimp and pork soup dumplings and the chicken and corn potstickers. Loved all of them. Fantastic dumplings. Service was nice too they bring an iPad and double check with you to make sure everything was ordered correctly. Cute little place that feels like it's in the middle of nowhere but I feel that adds more charm to it. Overall would come back to try more dumplings. Now, you may be wondering why it's 4 stars instead of 5. It's pricey to eat here. I spent $100 and only ordered 5 rounds of dumplings. As much as I like the potstickers and the soup dumplings you only get 6 for anywhere between $10-12 which I find a bit steep. Regardless would come back when I'm craving a REALLY good dumpling and willing to splurge money. But def not a place I can just come whenever I feel like due to the price tag.

Cheryl G.

My parents, husband and I were regulars at 888 Bistro, ironically next door. It has been awhile since we'd been back because the quality and service wasn't consistently up to par. So, I found Dumpling World based on other Yelpers and thought we'd give them a try. Don't let the outside appearance deter you from giving them a chance. We were glad we did. The interior was very spacious, clean and bright. The second we walked in we were immediately greeted and seated. The staff were all very friendly and attentive. We ordered the lunch specials, which come with a choice of soup and an appetizer. The lunch prices were good value for your money. The shrimp lunch specials were only a $1.00 more, which is unusual these days. The food came out fairly quick and was very tasty. I'm picky about my hot & sour soup. I like to make it at home when I have time. I'd give it an 8/10 it could've been slightly more sour and spicy. It was the perfect consistency of thickness and not runny just like the way my parents used to make it decades ago at their old restaurant, China Star. IYKYK! Coincidentally, down the street on Sealark! I had some extra chili oil and vinegar they had on the table so I added more flavor. The service and food were great. We'll be bringing my parents next time to try their dumplings!

Lauren D.

We were looking for somewhere low-key to go for Valentine's Day and I love any/all dumplings so we went here [I was particularly intriqued by the bunny buns]. We ordered beef and onion boil dumplings, curry chicken & potato pan-fried dumplings, soup dumplings, pork & scallion pan-fried dumplings, shrimp, pork & chive thumb buns, orange chicken, and the bunny buns for dessert. It was waay too much for us, but they heated up well. The beef boiled dumplings were bigger than expected and didn't taste like the pelmeni [Russian] beef dumplings I've had before, but they were good. I thought curry was weird inside a dumpling but it was very tasty. The overall favorite were the shrimp, pork, and chive thumb buns. The soup dumplings had liquid inside with the meat so there made for a unique dining experience, but they were very tasty also. Some of the negatives were the dumplings weren't served with any dipping sauces and I wasn't able to make a good one out of what was on the table, the lighting seemed unnecessarily bright to me, the server may have been a bit overburdened [I think they had a sign they were hiring though], and the bunny buns were not as advertised [though they tasted great].

Barb S.

I was blown away by this restaurant. Unbelievable variety of dumplings as well as other dishes. And as if their menu weren't big enough, they have a daily specials menu board that always seems to have 7 to 10 offerings. We particularly liked the soup dumplings, the thumb buns, and something they call Chinese burrito. I believe the Chinese burrito item is just a variation of what is commonly known as mushu. You get a generous helping of finely slivered pork with plum sauce, and really well-made rice pancakes. Additionally, it comes with a plate of beautifully slivered green onions, carrots, and cucumbers. Delicious! Don't neglect to order sesame balls, just before you finish your entrées, so that you get them at peak temperature and crispiness. Oh my, I nearly swooned, these were so good.

Walking in we were impressed by the looks but not the smell it smells of sewage the entire time . We got 2 different soup dumplings and both of them were filled with slimey oil. We told our waiter about the experience and he was nice offering to take dishes off but then a lady named Karen was called over and told us no one has ever complained with an attitude .

Sarah T.

I had to come here because I'd never had soup dumplings before but keep hearing how good they are! We had a party of 5. Myself and my husband, 11 year old, 5 year old, and 3 year old. My 11 YO is vegetarian and was nervous there wouldn't be enough food he could have but there was plenty. We got veggie spring rolls, steamed bok choy dumplings, steamed spicy tofu dumplings, spicy and sour pork dumplings, pork and mushroom soup dumplings, taro soup dessert dumplings, and bunny custard dumplings. It was a lot of food and there was nothing left by the time we were done. If I could do it again, I think I would get the veggie dumplings potstickers instead because I think the extra texture and a little more flavor would be great. The spicy and sour dumplings were amazing and not spicy at all! I will 100% be getting them again next time (and there WILL be a next time). The bunny custard dumplings were so good I'll be thinking about them all the time! If im Not stopping in for everything any time in in the area, I'll be stopping for a to-go order of the bunny custard dumplings. They are the perfect amount of sweet and are soooo cute! The service was amazing. They were so kind and answered all the questions we had about everything while also being patient and kind to the little kids. The booth we sat in was round and had a vintage vibe to it. It was comfortable, which says a lot coming from me. I usually cut my time short at restaurants if the seats are too u comfortable for my bad back. We will be back! When you visit, make sure you get the spicy and sour dumplings and the bunny custard dumplings. You won't regret it!

We returned here while we were back in town at the great wolf lodge. Everything was amazing and we had great service! We ordered the pork soup dumplings, green beans, chicken lo mein, beef with garlic sauce, and the rice cakes for dessert. 2 issues with this experience: it was hot!!! Idk if something was wrong with their AC or what but I sweat the whole time. Not great when you're spending $80 on lunch. The second was the rice cakes took an eternity. They were bland and I wish we would have ordered the sesame red bean balls instead. We might come back another time before we head home....and I'll bring our personal fans and order the sesame balls for desert!