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    Emperor Dumpling

    3.8 (38 reviews)
    Open • 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    John J.

    I was excited about the soup dumplings. Unfortunately they did not live up to expectations. The wrapper was too thick and the soup lacked any depth and flavor. The meat had some cartilage as well, which was unnerving. It seems a lot of students come to eat from FIT so probably should have had other basic dishes. Oh well, live and learn.

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    Navin M.

    Quick service and ample seating. It's a nice, clean space. You order and pay at the front. And your number is called in the back. I ordered veggie dumplings and they came out in five minutes. These are the more doughy kind but were good.

    Jerry D.

    The staff was very friendly. Warm greeting a soon as I stepped into the establishment. Lots of seating. They have a sushi bar as well. I got the flavorful roast duck with BokChoi and rice bowl. It was very tender and juicy. The bowl had so much duck that made me extra happy.

    We were in the area to get just salad but it was closed, so we popped in for a quick bite. Food quality is really low. All premade stuff with too much sugar. The stack of napkin has grease all over... Their name was spelled wrong on their own cup - emperor dumping...

    Wontons noodle soup
    Jen T.

    I ordered wonton noodle soup for lunch. The wontons were so freshly made and delicious. The soup was tasty and not salty. Space is welcoming and clean. So convenient for me because it is right across FIT! The coffee is also surprisingly good!!

    Jeami D.

    Peas and carrots in dumplings is such a bummer. The vinegar served with the dumplings is also very sweet. Everywhere else I've ever gotten dumplings, the vinegar tastes like vinegar.

    Chris S.

    Tried this place after getting a good discount. I was surprised by the food. It was pretty good. The best thing I could say about this place is that it's good Chinese food. It's a little more pricey than the standard Chinese takeout place. Still, it's worth checking out and I'll likely be back. As for the food I got, the fried chicken was delicious but not fresh or crispy. The white rice was about as good as you could hope for. The beef was thin, tender, and tasty. The veggies didn't overwhelm but I wish there was more sauce.

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    Bland , the dishes lacked flavor and tasted like they had close to no seasoning at all

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    Food was ok but nothing special. Think you can get better Chinese food including soup dumplings elsewhere in Chelsea.

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    1 year ago

    Some of the best soup dumplings I've ever had. I missed them so much when I left NY, I had to figure out how to make them myself.

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    It's disgusting. If you want half baked glued meat made with the passion of a beaten down soulless crab. This is your place. Otherwise. No.

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    2 years ago

    clean and accommodating. The dumplings are also pretty good And the lunch specials are affordable.

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    3 years ago

    Nice soup dumplings and scallion pancakes! Quick and kind service. Would go back again.

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    2 years ago

    Great food and good service. The dumplings were amazing. Decided for a quick little bite on my way to hotel, and this was awesome!

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    2 years ago

    The chicken pan fried Lo Mein delicious! The wings are also a must. Definitely will be returning soon! Customer service was amazing.

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    2 years ago

    Good food and quantity, perfect if you want a spin on classics. Food is really fresh and fulfilling

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    2 years ago

    Cashier lady needs to be trained in proper customer service. Food is good but the short interaction we had she had a disrespectful attitude.

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    2 years ago

    A few great staples! Especially their appetizers. The service is pretty fast which is great!

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    2 years ago

    Best dumpling around, my go to spot for sure!! The service is great, very friendly staff.

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    3 years ago

    Loved the ambience and great staff. They are helpful in helping you choose if you can decide. The place smells amazing.

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    atmosphere was very nice and the lady who helped us at the front was amazing!! The dumplings were to DIE forrrrr

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