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We came to Dumpling Xuan for dinner as we were craving Chinese food and found this spot near the MIT campus. For food we got the green onion & ginger lobster (2 for $58), salt & pepper pork chop, stir fried garlic pea tips, green onion pancakes, and soup dumplings. My favorite has to be the lobster which was so flavorful from the yummy ginger scallion sauce and really tender. Not to mention I thought it was a steal for 2 lobsters. The garlic pea tips were also great and really tender. It's always my go-to veggie to order at Chinese restaurants. The salt & pepper pork chop was good but a little too fatty and chewy for my liking. I wasn't a fan of the green onion pancake or soup dumplings. The green onion pancake didn't have a lot of flavor and I missed the flaky layers I love. The soup dumplings were also a miss as the skin was too thick and it tasted more like a steamed yeasted bao rather than a xiao long bao.
We ordered takeout from just down the street, and I'd be happy to go back and dine in another time! It looks like a traditional Chinese restaurant and is larger inside than I'd expected. We were given a wait time of 15-30 minutes and it was ready when we got there within that timeframe. We were most excited for the scallion pancakes and dumplings (steamed pork & leek dumplings and fried vegetable dumplings). I liked the dumplings, and the fried ones kept their crunch despite the (short) commute home. The scallion pancakes didn't stand out to me - less scallion than I'd prefer, oily as normal, cut into a mix of rectangular strips and the more common triangles. I did like that they were accompanied by a nicely vinegar-y sauce. I did enjoy the rice cakes with vegetables, especially because it's been a long time since I've had this dish! I do wish there were a few more vegetables, and it lacked leafy greens like bok choy. The braised tofu was pretty light on flavor, as is to be expected, and was paired with pretty much only mushrooms/root vegetables, rather than any greens. I didn't have high expectations for the egg fried rice since that's always such a basic dish, and I would definitely recommend picking a different fried rice dish. Rating: 3.5 stars
Walked in and was brought right to the table and given water, but the server came right over and was somewhat pushy about putting in our order. We ordered sodas and asked for a minute, and not much after the server left another server came asking what we wanted. We ordered the beef teriyaki and pork and leek dumplings as an appetizer and the General Gaus Chicken. The teriyaki was pretty standard, the dumplings were flavorless, and the chicken was again pretty standard. The entrees didn't come with anything so we had to order rice on the side. The place is clean, but just feels like you're being watched because the staff just stands around the room waiting to take your dishes. Honestly just an uncomfortable dining experience with standard food. It was ok to say the least.
I think we found our new go to take out. The food came in normal portions ( yes, lately some place get a little skimpy with what you find in your take out container) , and it was delicious! Trull tasty and not too spice even the dry beef with peanuts. I mean was some spiciness but it did make me cough . I usually don't eat noodles, but this veggie noodles were good , tasted smoky and weren't oily. I loved the peking pork ribs - crispy outside, yet juicy. I really want to try this place for a seat down dinner.
Stopped by Dumpling Xuan for dinner and overall had a good experience. We ordered the veggie dumplings, General Gau's tofu, dry cauliflower, and Singapore rice noodles with vegetables. Everything came out quickly and service was friendly and helpful in ordering. The General Gau's tofu was my favorite--crispy, saucy, and exactly what I was hoping for. The veggie dumplings and noodles were solid, though the flavor profile overall wasn't quite my usual favorite. The dry cauliflower was fine, but had a cinnamon-y note that didn't totally work for me. That said, there's a decent variety of vegetarian and eggless options, and the space was quiet but not empty--nice for a relaxed meal. I'd give it a 3.5 if I could, but rounding up for the quick service and solid portions.
Food and services were good. Never had dumplings before . I had a beef noodle soup & pork soup dumpling & bubble tea. I wanted spicy and waiter served exactly what I was looking for . Portion size shareable .
Came on a weeknight and restaurant is half full. Server came quickly with water and menus. We originally had in mind what we want to eat but after looking at what the table next to us got, changed our mind. Server was attentive and checked if we were ready to order twice. After ordering, food came out fairly quickly. Dan Dan noodles tasted great but noodle was a little soft. The scallion beef pancake was a bit different than what expected, it was wrapped in stir fried beef w long horn peppers instead of sliced marinated beef shank. It tasted good nonetheless! General Tsaos chicken was on the sweeter side and boiling fish was okay. Overall good experience with Americanized Chinese taste.
Great spot for Chinese food in the Cambridge area. Seems like a staple local spot for people. Was pretty packed on a Sunday afternoon. We ordered the scallion pancake beef roll with spicy peppers. This was so good! Super crispy with good amount of beef inside. Not super spicy. Also shared the steam shrimp dumplings which were as expected. Would come back to try more things!
If I could rate this place a 6 I would. AMAZING food and even more amazing service (the water cup never goes less than half full). Got tons of food to share with my friends - soup dumplings, spicy beef roll (recommended to get spicy), Kung Pao chicken, pork and bean curd, Szechuan fried fish -- and end the meal with some sweet orange slices! Cannot wait for next time I come back and order the rest of the menu! :D
Bright light wonton soup. Gave me nostalgia for a restaurant I used to go to growing up in a strip mall in Maine called Panda Garden. I could eat a large soup and feel satisfied but weighed down. Pleasantly surprised. Will be my go to warm weather wonton soup
Wow! Who knew I would discover one of my favorite Chinese restaurants in a random part of town! Came here on a Sunday around noonish with a friend. We read good things about their soup dumplings and decided to give it a try. We were immediately seated and the staff were very friendly. We tried the pork and crab soup dumplings- so incredibly juicy with a nice savory broth. The string beans were super garlicky with a nice kick. The shanghai buns were surprisingly fluffy with a decent amount of pork. The rice cakes were chewy with flavorful pieces of beef. My friend also tried their original milk tea boba- she wished it was sweetened but I personally liked that you could taste the tea flavor strongly. The restaurant itself was super clean (and so were the bathrooms) and I liked that it was a casual place to get a quiet lunch. Also shout out to our waitress- super fast and amazing service!! She was constantly refilling our water, and despite there being qr codes on each table to order, she took everyone's order by hand and kept checking on us. When we asked for a box to take our leftovers home, she also took all our food away and boxed it up herself! Overall super super pleased to find a great restaurant so close to the green line- I will definitely be back! If you are looking for a casual place with solid chinese food, you definitely need to stop by!
We came at 11:30 on a weekend and it was pretty empty. So the food came very quick! Nice space with big wooden tables and classic casual Chinese restaurant vibes We got the rice cakes w veggies and pan fried dumplings I was craving rice cakes and these rly hit the spot! They were cooked to perfect soft chewy texture and the umami savory flavors were just right. I couldn't stop eating them even tho I was full The pan fried buns were enjoyable too! Not noticeably better or worse than other good places I've had. But the soup was good and the bottoms were decently crisp! Both were not too expensive and for big portion Would come back!
Service was great, they were constantly coming back with water (much appreciated) and food was pretty decent. The miso soup is phenomenal, so much flavor, tofu and seaweed! The steamed pork dumplings were good and had lots of flavor but they were HOT. The spicy crispy beef was decent but wasn't spicy at all (besides the peanuts) and it was pretty dry unfortunately. There was also a dead crab in the seafood tank which was unfortunate to see.
1 month ago
Didn't get to eat in person, but got takeout and this place is legit. Will update review when I get to go but this is for the latter. Only complaint got no rice with the dinner order. Had: Steamed shrimp dumplings (really good) Chicken w/cashews (great and big portion) read more
8 months ago
We've ordered take out from here many times but this was our first dine in experience. It's usually quite busy in here which is a good sign. We just wanted some simple dumplings and fried rice and it didn't disappoint! The dumplings are super tasty especially dipped in the soy sauce. Plus their rice is really good too. I've had their sesame chicken and crab rangoon's for takeout and they're good too. Check out this place whether for dine in or takeout. read more
We came to Dumpling Xuan for dinner as we were craving Chinese food and found this spot near the MIT campus. For food we got the green onion & ginger lobster (2 for $58), salt & pepper pork chop, stir fried garlic pea tips, green onion pancakes, and soup dumplings. My favorite has to be the lobster which was so flavorful from the yummy ginger scallion sauce and really tender. Not to mention I thought it was a steal for 2 lobsters. The garlic pea tips were also great and really tender. It's always my go-to veggie to order at Chinese restaurants. The salt & pepper pork chop was good but a little too fatty and chewy for my liking. I wasn't a fan of the green onion pancake or soup dumplings. The green onion pancake didn't have a lot of flavor and I missed the flaky layers I love. The soup dumplings were also a miss as the skin was too thick and it tasted more like a steamed yeasted bao rather than a xiao long bao. read more
We ordered takeout from just down the street, and I'd be happy to go back and dine in another time! It looks like a traditional Chinese restaurant and is larger inside than I'd expected. We were given a wait time of 15-30 minutes and it was ready when we got there within that timeframe. We were most excited for the scallion pancakes and dumplings (steamed pork & leek dumplings and fried vegetable dumplings). I liked the dumplings, and the fried ones kept their crunch despite the (short) commute home. The scallion pancakes didn't stand out to me - less scallion than I'd prefer, oily as normal, cut into a mix of rectangular strips and the more common triangles. I did like that they were accompanied by a nicely vinegar-y sauce. I did enjoy the rice cakes with vegetables, especially because it's been a long time since I've had this dish! I do wish there were a few more vegetables, and it lacked leafy greens like bok choy. The braised tofu was pretty light on flavor, as is to be expected, and was paired with pretty much only mushrooms/root vegetables, rather than any greens. I didn't have high expectations for the egg fried rice since that's always such a basic dish, and I would definitely recommend picking a different fried rice dish. Rating: 3.5 stars read more
10 months ago
Walked in and was brought right to the table and given water, but the server came right over and was somewhat pushy about putting in our order. We ordered sodas and asked for a minute, and not much after the server left another server came asking what we wanted. We ordered the beef teriyaki and pork and leek dumplings as an appetizer and the General Gaus Chicken. The teriyaki was pretty standard, the dumplings were flavorless, and the chicken was again pretty standard. The entrees didn't come with anything so we had to order rice on the side. The place is clean, but just feels like you're being watched because the staff just stands around the room waiting to take your dishes. Honestly just an uncomfortable dining experience with standard food. It was ok to say the least. read more
10 months ago
I think we found our new go to take out. The food came in normal portions ( yes, lately some place get a little skimpy with what you find in your take out container) , and it was delicious! Trull tasty and not too spice even the dry beef with peanuts. I mean was some spiciness but it did make me cough . I usually don't eat noodles, but this veggie noodles were good , tasted smoky and weren't oily. I loved the peking pork ribs - crispy outside, yet juicy. I really want to try this place for a seat down dinner. read more
Stopped by Dumpling Xuan for dinner and overall had a good experience. We ordered the veggie dumplings, General Gau's tofu, dry cauliflower, and Singapore rice noodles with vegetables. Everything came out quickly and service was friendly and helpful in ordering. The General Gau's tofu was my favorite--crispy, saucy, and exactly what I was hoping for. The veggie dumplings and noodles were solid, though the flavor profile overall wasn't quite my usual favorite. The dry cauliflower was fine, but had a cinnamon-y note that didn't totally work for me. That said, there's a decent variety of vegetarian and eggless options, and the space was quiet but not empty--nice for a relaxed meal. I'd give it a 3.5 if I could, but rounding up for the quick service and solid portions. read more
5 months ago
Food and services were good. Never had dumplings before . I had a beef noodle soup & pork soup dumpling & bubble tea. I wanted spicy and waiter served exactly what I was looking for . Portion size shareable . read more
Came on a weeknight and restaurant is half full. Server came quickly with water and menus. We originally had in mind what we want to eat but after looking at what the table next to us got, changed our mind. Server was attentive and checked if we were ready to order twice. After ordering, food came out fairly quickly. Dan Dan noodles tasted great but noodle was a little soft. The scallion beef pancake was a bit different than what expected, it was wrapped in stir fried beef w long horn peppers instead of sliced marinated beef shank. It tasted good nonetheless! General Tsaos chicken was on the sweeter side and boiling fish was okay. Overall good experience with Americanized Chinese taste. read more
2 years ago
Great spot for Chinese food in the Cambridge area. Seems like a staple local spot for people. Was pretty packed on a Sunday afternoon. We ordered the scallion pancake beef roll with spicy peppers. This was so good! Super crispy with good amount of beef inside. Not super spicy. Also shared the steam shrimp dumplings which were as expected. Would come back to try more things! read more
7 months ago
If I could rate this place a 6 I would. AMAZING food and even more amazing service (the water cup never goes less than half full). Got tons of food to share with my friends - soup dumplings, spicy beef roll (recommended to get spicy), Kung Pao chicken, pork and bean curd, Szechuan fried fish -- and end the meal with some sweet orange slices! Cannot wait for next time I come back and order the rest of the menu! :D read more
8 months ago
Bright light wonton soup. Gave me nostalgia for a restaurant I used to go to growing up in a strip mall in Maine called Panda Garden. I could eat a large soup and feel satisfied but weighed down. Pleasantly surprised. Will be my go to warm weather wonton soup read more
2 months ago
2 years ago
Wow! Who knew I would discover one of my favorite Chinese restaurants in a random part of town! Came here on a Sunday around noonish with a friend. We read good things about their soup dumplings and decided to give it a try. We were immediately seated and the staff were very friendly. We tried the pork and crab soup dumplings- so incredibly juicy with a nice savory broth. The string beans were super garlicky with a nice kick. The shanghai buns were surprisingly fluffy with a decent amount of pork. The rice cakes were chewy with flavorful pieces of beef. My friend also tried their original milk tea boba- she wished it was sweetened but I personally liked that you could taste the tea flavor strongly. The restaurant itself was super clean (and so were the bathrooms) and I liked that it was a casual place to get a quiet lunch. Also shout out to our waitress- super fast and amazing service!! She was constantly refilling our water, and despite there being qr codes on each table to order, she took everyone's order by hand and kept checking on us. When we asked for a box to take our leftovers home, she also took all our food away and boxed it up herself! Overall super super pleased to find a great restaurant so close to the green line- I will definitely be back! If you are looking for a casual place with solid chinese food, you definitely need to stop by! read more
We came at 11:30 on a weekend and it was pretty empty. So the food came very quick! Nice space with big wooden tables and classic casual Chinese restaurant vibes We got the rice cakes w veggies and pan fried dumplings I was craving rice cakes and these rly hit the spot! They were cooked to perfect soft chewy texture and the umami savory flavors were just right. I couldn't stop eating them even tho I was full The pan fried buns were enjoyable too! Not noticeably better or worse than other good places I've had. But the soup was good and the bottoms were decently crisp! Both were not too expensive and for big portion Would come back! read more
10 months ago
Service was great, they were constantly coming back with water (much appreciated) and food was pretty decent. The miso soup is phenomenal, so much flavor, tofu and seaweed! The steamed pork dumplings were good and had lots of flavor but they were HOT. The spicy crispy beef was decent but wasn't spicy at all (besides the peanuts) and it was pretty dry unfortunately. There was also a dead crab in the seafood tank which was unfortunate to see. read more
Came here with a group of 4 and no wait time! We were seated immediately. Good: - Good value for the food, large portions and fast service times - Loved the beef rolls, they were crispy and if you like scallion pancakes, there was one wrapped around the meat - The mapo tofu was good, not too spicy either - Tons of variety on the menu - Relatively quiet interior so you can talk a lot Bad: - You have to speak Chinese to get the best service here Overall this place was authentic Chinese food and Chinese parents liked it, so I think that's a rare win! read more
6 months ago
2 years ago
Man did these dumplings hit the spot! Delivery was very quick and the food was still very warm. Food: They dumplings were what I would say is the typical price for the area but the quality and taste was above the rest. All the dumplings were well stuffed, juicy, and had a nice chewy wrapping which I really like. The buns get the same compliments. This place is definitely my go-to for dumpling craving from now on! This was delivery so I can't speak on the service and atmosphere but I look forward to checking them out in person. read more
2 years ago
Food came out very quickly! We ordered a few other items: pork soup dumplings, pork & crab soup dumplings, and beef chow fun. Everything was delicious, seasoned well, and food quality was very good! Dishes tasted fresh and our group devoured everything. Will be back :) Also a huge plus - this restaurant has decent seating. It's sometimes difficult to find a restaurant in Cambridge/Somerville that is able to seat a group and babies. It's good for groups read more
This place in Cambridge is truly a hidden gem! Service is quick. If there's one thing I'd recommend, it's the scallion beef pancakes. They are incredibly flavorful and unforgettable. I honestly DREAM of those pancakes - so so so so SO good! I also tried the beef chow fun and the pork buns. While I found the pork buns lacking in seasoning, the beef chow fun was decent and something I'd order again. I HAVE to return and explore more of their menu. Seeing and hearing other tables enjoy their dishes piqued my curiosity. If the other menu items are anything like the beef scallion pancakes, then SIGN ME UP! read more
1 year ago
Food was amazing! Service was quick and nice. Ambiance was chill and quaint. Scallion pancake beef roll was a table favorite. And of course you gotta order soup dumplings read more
1 year ago
We came for a late lunch. This place makes their own Xiao long bao. We also order scallion pancakes and pancake with beef. All food we ordered is freshly made. The pancakes have layers with scallion in each layer. Overall very good. Food comes out fast. Servers are friendly. read more
3 years ago
The restaurant is simple but clean and efficient. We ordered Hot and Sour soup, Pork and Leek dumplings, Taiwan Style dumplings, Scallion Pancake Beef rolls, and Pan Fried Pork Buns Shanghai Style. The dumplings were good but there wasn't anything about them that stood out and made me want to go back. Surprisingly what I enjoyed the most was my Hit and Sour soup. I would definitely go back and order that again. Unfortunately, the dumplings just started to all taste the same. The waitress was very nice though. I would recommend the restaurant though because it has a large selection of food on the menu. Someone else may try something that does stand out for them. read more
3 years ago
Sometimes I just reminisce on Dumpling Xuan - the lobster, the chunky shrimp and chive dumplings (IM DROOLING), baozi, xiao long bao... honestly, I can keep going. The most heart breaking thing is that Boston is so far away from Las Vegas but I can truly say this was some of the best food I've had in a long time - especially, the dumplings. The restaurant was so kind and accommodating to our large group. We had great service and all the food was super fresh and tasty. Sometimes I talk about going back to Boston just to go back here. SGV and LV can't even compare to this. ESPECIALLY, their chive dumplings. Just get them boiled. Enjoy. Then order more. That's what I did with absolutely no regrets. I'll keep dreaming of you, Dumpling Xuan. Hope we can meet again in the future. read more
1 year ago
Rude, our family made a reservation on the app and they refused to seat us. We left hungry and without a dumpling :( read more
4 months ago
We stopped by in a hurry to grab a quick bite. Their menu was quite big, but looked legit Chinese food from mainland, but there are also Taiwanese dishes such as stinky tofu. Shanxi sliced noodle as well as orange beef , an Americanized dish. Usually place with this type of menu, it's authenticity may suffer. We ordered pork Napa cabbage dumpling and steamed bao. One bite, we were very pleasantly surprised with the flavor. They were really tasty, with good texture. It was very authentic. We also ordered beef wide rice noodle and a vegetable. Both turned out to be good. The service was quick and friendly. Our waitress was very sweet with a nice smile. She even checked back with us to see if we like their dishes. Good chef, good service, we will be back. read more
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Ordered delivery and this place lives up to their name. The dumplings were delicious. The soup dumplings weren't very soupy but that's because they don't travel well, so that's on me. They were however delicate and tasty. The pan fried pork and leek dumplings were really good too, good size, portion and taste. The sautéed Shanghai noodles were the star for me. Wonderful savory, umami flavor, lovely texture on the noodles, tender bok choy. Well deserved rating and rave reviews. I can't wait to try some more of their menu. read more
I don't hand out 5 stars much these days, it seems that the older I become, the pickier I get on Asian food. I also become apprehensive towards highly rated Chinese restaurants, some of them may have great service & ambience but average food, however, this place has all three. The food is just as good as my fav. Restaurant in Chinatown but much more spacious & cleaner for sure. The pan-fried bao has amazing flavors as well as texture, you can tell it's freshly made by expert hands. The soup dumplings are yummy but not as greasy as many places. The fire stir-fried kidney blossoms are clean tasting, an authentic Chinese dish that most Chinese restaurants do not dare to attempt. Finally I had to add the scallion pancake beef wrap because it's the most highly rated fish on the menu. I can see why, very yummy with both the pancake and the beef flavored with peeking sweet sauce, well done. read more
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