The interior is warm and welcoming. My husband and I came in on Wednesday evening which it wasn't too busy. Our server was nice and friendly. Our food came out pretty quickly after we ordered. I wanted to try it all. I enjoyed the spicy pork soup dumplings, they have these cool little spoon/bowl to use. I also liked the Tan Tan noodles, the broth was rich and flavorful. Everything was delicious! We will definitely be back to try the other dishes, next time we're in town. read more

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Amazing! We narrowed our Chinatown experience for lunch down to three spots, and Fusion Dumpling had the best reviews, and no lies are told. This spot is absolutely amazing. The service. The ambiance. The simply yet perfectly preferred food items are second to none. This is indubitably some of the best Chinese food I've ever had, and I love all forms of Southeast Asian fare. I started with the Bean Sprout and Curb soup. It was warming, refreshing, and a great way to settle and intermittently cleanse my palate. I also ordered the Peking Duck potstickers which I highly recommend. They were cooked perfectly and heartily prepared. The combination fried rice was fresh, and the serving portion was substantial. I love that all of the shrimp were deveined and the chicken was flavorfully included. It included chickpeas. That damn cauliflower left an impression all its own. Simple. Beautiful. It was so good I had to make a video of it sizzling as it arrived to the table. So nutritious and so good! There was no room for dessert but they have a Green Tea Cheesecake I may want to try on a future trip. Fusion Dumpling is were it is at. Believe the hype! Bravo! read more

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The wait was not bad at all, we got seated the staff was super nice and quick we got our drinks and food in such a timely manner for everything being so fresh! We sat by the front the chairs were insanely comfy and spacious. Pork soup dumplings were YUM! Piping hot and they bring some dipping sauces as well. Insanely delicious. Rich broth and the meat was a great portion and well seasoned. Sticky rice dumpling was also so incredibly flavorful and delicious! Really flavorful and delicious! The dumplings looked fresh and the dough was incredible. Lastly the Ghirardelli dumplings were a sensational dessert. The chocolate was piping hot (be careful) but they tasted so incredible and went so well!! I WILL be returning! There was so much on the menu I wanted to try but I didn't have the stomach space for it. Staff was incredible food was amazing what's there not to love! read more

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Crab lo mein was very flavorful! It was fun to see it propped up as floating noodles and the waiter waited for us to be ready with cameras for him to pour the sauce all over the noodles. They did take away the stand later so that you can mix the noodles properly. I didn't try the soup dumplings but my friends seemed to enjoy it. The dumplings were plump and looked juicy. Parking can be a pain in the area around dinner hour. Restaurant wasn't too crowded on a weekend evening and we were seated right away. However, service was a bit slow as we had to wait a bit to get someone to take our order or refill our hot water. The table booths offered some privacy which was nice. read more

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My friend always saw long lines at this restaurant, but we got lucky and came right after the lunch rush. The ambiance was intimate, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. We checked out photos on social media beforehand and decided to try their best sellers: pan-fried pork buns, Chinese Hairy Crab Roe Supreme Crab Meat Lo Mein, and tea-smoked duck. The service was upbeat, and our server even poured the crab meat over the noodles tableside, which was a nice touch. Everything was delicious--the duck was a bit salty for our taste, but still flavorful. All the dishes were beautifully presented and totally Instagram-worthy. Overall, a great experience and another spot we can check off our list! read more

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Our group of four had a reservation at Fusion Dumpling and walked in excited to try it. The interior is beautiful and inviting, so first impressions were great. We waited a little near the bar before being seated, which wasn't a huge deal, but we did feel a bit overlooked at times throughout the night. Once we were seated, menus were handed to us, but then there was another long pause before anyone came back to take our drink orders or check in. When we finally got to ordering, we were told that several of the dishes we wanted were either sold out or not being made anymore, even though they were still listed. That left us piecing together a last-minute order, and unfortunately, it didn't really come together the way we hoped. A quick heads-up: a lot of the popular-looking dishes you might see on Yelp or in Google reviews are no longer available. For example, the beef pancake looked amazing online, but the server told us they haven't made it in over three months. If you're planning a visit, it's definitely best to stick to what's currently on the printed menu and not go by the photos. We didn't get any drinks, plates, or utensils until after some of the food had already come out. It felt like the service was really stretched that night. Thankfully, we decided to just try a few things first before ordering more. That ended up being the right move because the food just wasn't for us. Visually, everything looked great and clearly made for social media, but taste-wise and portion-wise, it fell short. The crispy garlic fish filet only had a few small bites of actual fish, buried under a lot of fried batter. The pork and chive dumplings came out cold and honestly tasted like something from the freezer section--not terrible, but nothing special either. We also tried the house combo miso pot, which our server said was popular. It had chewy, almost rubbery beef, a few prawns, and a lot of napa cabbage. Not bad, just very underwhelming. The crab rangoons had a tangy, unfamiliar cheese flavor that we didn't love. And the pork soup dumplings had a thick wrapper, very little soup inside, and were missing the key condiments like ginger, vinegar, and chili oil on the side. The biggest letdown was the sweet and sour pork ribs. I was genuinely looking forward to this dish because of how great it looked in others' photos, but what we got was dry, overcooked, and tough. The sauce was tasty, but it couldn't save the meat. I almost never leave protein uneaten, but I just couldn't finish it. We really wanted to like this place. It's gotten a lot of attention online, and it's even been endorsed by Mr. Yan Can Cook--someone I've looked up to for years. And while the vibe inside is trendy and the place was packed, it just didn't deliver when it came to the food or service. Hopefully they can work out some of the kinks, because there's definitely potential here. For now though, it wasn't a place we'd rush back to. read more

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We went here for our friend's going away party . I have to admit , the viral flying crab noodles brought us here . One word to describe this place is playful . The way the food is presented makes it fun and interactive . The flying crab was creamy . It reminds me a little of Singapore crab . The pan fried pork dumpling was perfectly fried and juicy . The tea smoked duck was great but did not taste any tea flavor . A4 wagyu cubes was a bit too salty . Dishes ordered: Pork Soup Dumpling Pan fried pork dumplings Tea smoked duck Black Pepper A4 Wagyu Cubes w/Sizzling Plate Crab meat Lomein Halibut w/ Szechuan Pickled Pepper Flavor read more

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This place was incredible! My friends and I stopped in here after taking the evening tour to Alcatraz and got seated right away. It's right in downtown Chinatown and had a cool vibe. We ended up having two waiters since our table was so big so the service was good too!! The food at Fusion Dumpling is probably the best Asian food I've ever had! The hot pot had the right amount of kick to it where it wasn't overly spicy. I would 10/10 recommend!! read more

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Came in around 5 pm which was right before peak busy hour. Right as we were leaving, more people were coming in. The service was quick and I was impressed by how caring the hostess and servers were. The food was alright. I found the crab noodles and the wontons average at best. read more

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The instagrammable Crab Chow Mein definitely tastes "crabby" and is worth ordering. Also amused by the fusion takes on dumplings with peking duck and bao with kung pao chicken, less so the steamed pork bao which contained simply a mild mix of ground pork. In general these are dim sum standbys with unusual fillings which makes for a nice change of pace though I ended up preferring the originals in most cases. Of note, prices are reasonable for a place adding some extra flair to the food, though not as cheap as a takeout place. read more

Came here on Saturday with a couple of friends after hearing the huge rave on TikTok. We waiting around 20ish minutes to be seated but that is expected when it comes to a popular spot. What we ordered- Cucumber salad (4/5): the cucumbers were seasoned pretty well, it also came with chopped greens to pair with it. The sesame and garlic paired pretty well with this dish, the only feedback is that we felt that this dish was more on the salty side. Spicy wonton w/ chili oil (3/5): this dish wasn't bad at all, the flavor of the pork was decent and was surprised by the mala in the oil. We were just a bit disappointed by the quantity because we only got 5 pieces. A bit overpriced in our opinion. Pan fried pork soup Bao (4/5): we were amazed by the presentation it came in. This is basically a XLB but fried offering a unique way of eating it. The flavor for this was really good and the pork and soup ratio was perfect. We still prefer the traditional XLB how ever. Crab Lo-Mien (1/5): presentation was great, where they poured crab sauce on top of the noodles. This dish was lacking so much flavor like it felt like we ate noodles with water. For a dish that is worth $20, we expected a bit more crab and seasoning on this dish. We had to season the noodles with vinegar, soy sauce, and chili oil which made it barely consumable. Overall, this place is decent for the food we ordered. The server was great in the beginning but when our food was being dropped off, that's when we noticed we started seeing our server less and less. One disappointing factor was that we ordered 3 Lo Miens, and only 1 came out while we waited nearly 25 mins for the other 2 to come out. We asked our server for the status and it felt like the kitchen might have forgotten our order? It's a decent spot, it's just a bit pricey for "okay" food. read more

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Came on a Saturday afternoon. It was not crowded at all, so we were seated immediately. The xiao long bao was alright, the meat can use a bit more flavor. The Fish Filet with Chopped Pickled Pepper is what saved my experience here. It is only slightly numbing and spicy, and the fish is extremely tender. The pickled pepper is essential to cut into the fishy taste (in a good way). Delicious with rice on the side! read more

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Wow. Wow. WOW. This place completely blew us away. We've had authentic Chinese food many times, and more often than not, it ends in disappointment but not here. Every single dish was outstanding. There truly wasn't one miss. You can taste the elevated quality in every bite, from the freshness of the ingredients to the care put into the preparation. This is the kind of meal you keep thinking about long after you leave. From the outside, the restaurant looks small and unassuming, but once you step inside, it opens up into a beautiful, welcoming space. Seating is limited and there's a sign-in sheet at the entrance, but trust me whatever the wait is, it's worth it. Do not let that deter you. Pricing was very reasonable for the quality and portion sizes, and the service was prompt and attentive throughout our visit. If I'm being extremely picky, the only minor hiccup was the room-temperature water at the table, which had a few floating particles, and we had to ask for ice more than once before it arrived. That said, this was such a small detail in an otherwise flawless experience. Everything was clean, beautifully prepared, and absolutely delicious. We left incredibly happy and can't wait to come back. Highly recommend! This is a must-try. read more

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Went there late afternoon and our server was cheerful. Being a vegetarian, I ordered a miso soup and vegetable dumplings. As I waited for my order to arrive, the wall next to the table caught my attention - it was beautifully decorated. It is a small place with well distanced tables, so it doesn't feel crowded. They were playing music but it was at an appropriate volume to enable easy conversation. The soup was delicious and the dumplings were good too. There are many vegetarian options to try. So I will come back again for the food, service with a smile and the peaceful ambiance. read more

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Ah, I remember this space at 650 Jackson as Pot & Noodle during the depths of the pandemic. It was a Shanghai-style dumpling spot that served complementary dishes like chicken breast poached in Shaoxing wine. It still appears to have a similar culinary focus on Shanghai, but I couldn't tell if it was just a name change or completely different owners. Either way, it worked for me. Once again, I bypassed the extensive dim sum selection. That was because I was a solitary diner that evening. Instead I ordered the $24 Tea Smoked Duck which consisted of a breast and wing sliced into bitesize pieces and accompanied by rice and a sweet hoisin sauce for dipping (photo: https://yelp.to/GSsPg-IEWB). It was good though slightly overcooked as the duck tasted a bit dry. I'd still come back even if it has a different name because the staff was quite cordial and attentive. FOOD - 3.5 stars...good quality duck but just a tad overcooked AMBIANCE - 4 stars...looks more spacious than it did before SERVICE - 4.5 stars...impressed TOTAL - 4 stars...nice option on Jackson if you're sauntering through Chinatown RELATED - Exploring SF's Chinatown? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2WoF1Z2 read more

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My friend wanted to visit for lunch as she said that she saw their crab lo mein blowing up on IG. She made reservations & we visited on Sunday for lunch. We ordered the crab lo mein, Peking duck pot stickers, XLB, pork & truffle dumplings, tea smoked duck & cauliflower. The crab lo mein was presented in an entertaining way, over a stand with chopsticks that appeared to be floating & the crab meat sauce is added tableside. It was delicious & full of flavor & I would order it again. The Peking duck pot stickers also had a lot of flavor & wasn't dry & XLB were perfect, great flavor & juicy (you're given big soup spoons to drink up the XLB & the XLB skin was not too thick) & the pork & truffle dumplings were very tad too. I was honestly pretty full but we still had the cauliflower (I had a few bites & it was good) & the tea smoked duck which was tender & had rich flavor. We ordered a pot of Jasmine tea (cuts grease & helps digestion) & the teapot is huge (worth the $6 price). We also shared a bottle of peach sochu ($12) which was pretty good & not too sweet. It's a cute little restaurant, helpful service that doesn't rush you out to turn the tables over, which is appreciated as many Chinese restaurants do that. I would suggest making reservations but they take walk-ins. read more

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Only got their basic XLBs last time but I decided to come back after seeing them all over IG. Felt like things were definitely more for the gram. The crab lo pour was a nice sight; however, the noodles were dried and clumped together. The peking duck pot stickers didn't have a consistent crisp at the bottom either. I'd expect all 3 to be cooked the same. The rest were ok. Service seems to be hit or miss here. I noticed others asking for water repeatedly. We didn't get the XLB spoon even though we ordered one of the soup dumplings. Simple fix though. They provided it after we asked. read more

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YUM. This place had delicious dumplings and I loved the dessert ones as well. Fun decor and vibes. Only downfall is the narrow stairwell down to the bathroom. But that's SF for you. Service was fast and friendly. We went around 5 bc we had a show at the great star theater at 7 which we were very early to the chow mein was not my fave the noodles were in between chow fun and chow mein size but weren't quite as soft as I like. My friend really liked them though. It's all preference ‍ they also had a good variety of vegetarian dishes. read more

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Came here because I saw the popular crab lo mien - it was ok to be honest but the crispy garlic fish was quite good. Also they seemed to be fully booked and there was difficult to get a full table for that night. read more

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Fusion Dumpling was a great spot for a hearty lunch in the middle of a busy day. All of the decor and food presentation was so cute, especially the plating of the pan friend bao buns. But all of the soup dumplings were absolutely amazing. read more

I saw this spot on Instagram and immediately found a reason to visit Chinatown, specifically to try the Crab Lo Mein. I made a reservation via Open Table, but it wasn't necessary for a Wednesday night. The restaurant was filled, but still had some tables available and was quickly seated. We started with the SHANGHAI BEANCURD LEAF ROLL, was flavorful and held together well. The CUCUMBER SALAD was savory, garlicky, and crunchy, with a hint of acidity. This paired exceptionally well with the Crab Lo Mein. The CRAB LO MEIN was poured with crab sauce tableside. The sauce was beautifully creamy, with a balanced flavor of crab head butter. Although we thought the noodles were slightly overcooked, the dish was still delicious. I accidentally discovered that mixing some cucumber salad juice into the Crab Lo Mein elevated the dish even further. The CRAB PORK SHRIMP GIANT XLB arrived hot, and I mean extremely hot! After waiting three minutes, I attempted to sip the broth and still burned my tongue. The soup was very flavorful, with sweet crab and ginger notes. I was impressed by the thinness of the skin. However, the dumpling was mostly filled with soup and not much filling, aside from a small meat paste and three tiny shrimps. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed the meal. I plan to return with a larger group to try more items (ie party of 3 or 6), as some dishes come in orders of three. I would definitely order the Crab Lo Mein and cucumber salad again, but skip the Crab Pork XL Xiao Long Bao. read more

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Slow service but the food makes up for it. My group of 5 were seated in the large wooden table in the back. I didn't like that table. Sure it looks pretty and unique but it was awkward to sit in some places as there was no straight edge. Anyway, the food, delicious. I would order everything all over again. A must is to add the $3 black truffle to the $18 beef short rib noodle soup. You'll thank me later. Presentation, beautiful. Would I come back? Definitely! This is a place I see myself bringing friends and family to. read more

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Seeing this spot on social media, we decided to see if it measured up to the hype. Is it as good as people are saying? OUR PICKS: CUCUMBER SALAD ~ Like most cucumber salad, it had vinegar and sesame oil, so it was flavorful and tart. Pretty much like other restaurants. 3/5 "SPIDER" PAN-FRIED BAO (FILLED WITH BEEF, CHEESE AND CORN) ~ I was expecting the cheese to sling out but it didn't. Maybe we waited too long and the cheese hardened up? This wasn't so special either. Flavor was lacking. 3/5 CRAB PORK & SHRIMP GIANT XLB ~ So we were told that it was hot so be careful while drinking the soup. I ate my salad first to have it cool off a bit. They provide a straw for this dish. It was still pretty hot but not enough to burn my tongue. Soup wasn't as flavorful as I had hoped. After I drank the soup, I bit into the XLB and only got skin. At the very bottom, I found the filling was 3-4 small cocktail shrimp and a pinky finger-sized pork filling! For $9, I only got soup and skin! I didn't taste any crab. I can only assume there was crab meat in the pork. What a disappointment! 1/5 CRAB MEAT LOMEIN ~ This dish was shown on social media with chopsticks suspended and holding the noodles while the waitstaff poured the sauce. The noodle texture was soft without any chew and the sauce was rich and heavy. And like the other dishes, it wasn't as tasty as I would have liked. And I'm used to bland food, yet I felt it lacked spices and umami flavor. 3/5 Well....imho, it was underwhelming. It was all looks and nothing else more. Sure, you can take a photo since the food is IG worthy but I didn't think anything we ate was spectacular. Decor was cool and it seemed like an intimate spot for a date night or to hang out with a few friends, but the food was meh. We ordered 4 items and each was average at best. With all the hype and advertising about this place, I was expecting so much more! Sadly, once was enough. read more

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Dinner review. Fusion dumplings. Pork Soup Dumpling (XLB) Pan-Fried Pork Soup Bao (Best) Peking Duck Potsticker Shanghai Sticky Rice Shumai Spicy Wonton w/ Chili Oil (Wonton filled with pork) Tea Smoked Duck (Highlight) Crab Meat Lomein Dry Sautéed String Beans Cumin Lamb Crispy garlic fish filet Overall, "I'm a fan." read more

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Cute interior - clean. Definitely gets busy. Recommend a reservation for a bigger group. We went on a Monday and there are only 2 servers and I think the owner who helps out the floor when it gets busy. They definitely cook to order but that also means food can come out slowly. Food- tldr nothing memorable but tea duck was excellent value. Crab noodles were also great value. Dumplings are not worth it given there are so many other options in SF. Peking Duck Potsticker- these were actually really good ! They recreated all the flavors of Peking duck wrapped up in a nice dumpling. Only 3 for 9$ though but these are worth it. 5/5 Wagyu truffle dumplings- good meat flavor but no truffle flavor. 3 pieces 15$ - not worth the price IMO. And probably wouldn't recommend. Try other dumplings based off other Yelp reviews. 2/5 Pork xiao Long bao - decent flavor, good amount of soup, the thickness of the dumpling skin varied from dumpling to dumpling. None fell apart though which was nice. 4/5 Pan fried pork soup dumplings - cute presentation. Inside flavor is sweeter than other pan fried dumplings I've had in the city. The bottom also wasn't that crispy. Had a decent amount of juice. 3/5 Tea smoked duck - didn't really taste much tea flavor but the smoked flavor was good. Some parts were a little over cooked but overall really good value and taste. 4/5 Crab lo mein - I think they forgot to put the plate in the red container because it looked like we got skimped on noodles but looking at other reviews there should have been a white plate inside. I hope they clean the red containers well.... Anyways the noodles themselves are good and they give a good amount. The sauce has really strong umami component. Not necessarily strong crab though. My partner really liked this dish. I'm glad we tried it but it's not my favorite. 3.5/5 read more

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4.5 stars Fusion Dumpling is a modern, kitschy Chinatown eatery sporting a diverse menu of Chinese eats, including dumplings, noodles, and spicy Sichuan dishes. We started with the Vegetable Baos--soft, fluffy, steamed buns with a filling of chopped greens; pork soup dumplings (XLB), a soupy minced pork filling wrapped by a soft dumpling skin; and a giant crab, pork, and shrimp XLB (which came with a straw for drinking the soup). We got pan-fried baos with pork soup filling and a fusion "spider" pan-fried bao, filled with beef, cheese, and corn. This bao was almost like a cheeseburger (though with more cheese than ground beef) and a unique, creative dish, though I probably wouldn't order it again. One special dish for Chinese New Year was the Lucky Pocket, which were four "moneybags" made from soft, juicy tofu stuffed with shrimp. The moneybags were drizzled with a sticky sweet and sour sauce and lined on a plate with steamed broccoli. But the most photogenic dish of all was the Crab Meat Lomein, a bowl of soft noodles with seaweed, on which our server poured a savory crab meat sauce right at our table. The luscious, seafoody sauce went nicely with the slippery seaweed and soft noodles, which were held up by a floating pair of chopsticks! Of course, this was just a visual illusion, but it showcased the creativity that set this restaurant apart. My favorite dish of all was the Dan Dan Noodles, mixed with a delicious spicy peanut sauce and topped with ground meat and scallions! For our entrees, the Ma Po Tofu was a spicy dish combining fermented bean sauce and soft tofu in a flaming pot; the Chinese cauliflower was woked with dried red chilies and Sichuan peppercorns; the Crispy Garlic Fish Fillet were battered pieces of fish tossed with garlic and chilies; and the String Beans were deep-fried and sautéed with onions and dried red chilies. Overall, the food here was decent, the presentation was creative, and the service was quick and efficient, though the menu prices weren't cheap for the portions. read more

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Overall, good meal with no complaints. Great service and we were able to get a table for 2 around 8:30 PM on a Saturday. We ordered orange chicken, truffle dumplings, plum juice, and pork xiao long bao. Food was good but nothing was jaw-dropping. If I return, I would give the other items on the menu a try. read more

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this place is very overhyped and americanized in my opinion. found it through an influencer's instagram and it was sadly very disappointing. we got the honey walnut prawns that only came with 6. the flavor was standard and did not constitute such a high price. the crab lo mein was a huge disappointment. this is what drew me in in the first place. there was barely any crab, and the taste itself was subpar. i honestly didn't want to finish this dish. the pan fried baos were also disappointing. the meat tasted overcooked, the portions were so small. just nothing special at all. this place seems purely for show. the only thing they care about is presentation; taste goes out the window. read more

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Overall, a really great dim sum experience. The presentation may be designed for Instagram, but the food actually tastes good. Most dishes take a creative spin on traditional classics without veering too far from the formula. Standouts were the honey walnut shrimp, the Peking Duck potstickers, the truffle wagyu soup dumplings and the BBQ asparagus. Very good were the pan fried pork soup dumplings, the princess wings, the spicy wontons, Kung pao chicken bao. Good but don't necessarily feel the need to order again were the crab lo mein (noodles were great, sauce was a little one note), chocolate soup dumplings (glad I got to try them, but not really my thing) and the corn and cheese pan fried soup dumplings (I appreciate the creativity but I felt like they were a little underseasoned). There a ton of other things on the menu that I want to try and definitely some things I plan to order again. Can't wait to go back. The vibe is really fun and the presentation they put into their dishes is A+. Recommended. read more

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The presentation of the food seems to be more important than the flavor. While, not terrible, the food was a bit lacking. The crab lo mein was bland. The pork soup dumplings were overly thick dough and too crispy on the bottom. The green onion pancake and crispy potstickers were definitely the best. The service was a bit slow. The crab lo mein came out early, but the one party in our group was able to eat the entire dish, wait 10 minutes, and then the soup dumplings came out. The overall vibe was pretty neat though. read more

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Let's start with the good. The service was good and the ambiance and presentation of the dishes looked very pretty when they arrived. Sadly the taste of everything was just so-so. I'm Chinese and I've had many a soup dumplings and initially had high hopes for the cute place. I was very excited by the crab lo mein as I couldn't find it in very many places here, but it was bland and disappointing. There was barely any crab meat, just very small amount of it, and egg. Not crab roe, just egg. The whole thing is hyped by the "floating noodle" presentation of it. Ordered the "Giant crab pork and shrimp XLB". It was "medium" at best, and again, no crab to be seen. Just some small tiny shrimpies. The soup broth lacked flavor and dumpling skin was thick. Pan fried soup dumplings: Same thing, flavorless and bland broth. If you've had soup dumplings before, it's supposed to taste like it's been slow cooked for a long while but it's just tasteless. Fried part tasted a little musty/old. Crispy garlic fried fish was pretty good. But if you're expecting spice it's not spicy. There was more fried batter bits in the plate than fish. So much that when we were done digging for all the fish the waiter thought we still had a lot of food and asked if we wanted to pack it to go. We were like, "there's nothing in here anymore!" Overall wouldn't return. Cute place but mostly banking on a pretty presentation. read more

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Delicious! I came to fusion dumpling cause I have heard great things about their soup dumplings and viral crab lo mein. I thought the dumplings were tasty, a good size/portion. The lo mein was great too and the presentation was amazing. Staff were nice and even helped me take my lo mein video. I think they are reasonable priced as well. I went alone (this place is great to share and do family style) and there is so much more I want to try like the truffle and wagyu dumplings. So I will be back. read more

Newish place for dumplings and fusion dishes in Chinatown. They have very inventive dishes with a lot of truffle fusions. The beef noodles we have with truffle was really good I can't get enough of the flavors. Service is excellent as we were attentively helped with everything even when they were busy. The place filled up quickly for lunch on a weekend. Their presentation is fun too like the crab noodle was suspended in the air with chopsticks and the sauce poured on table side. The dumplings were on a Multi level shelf. I'm planning to come back here to try other dishes soon! read more

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Loved this place. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The Peking duck and soup dumplings were my favorites. Definitely coming back. read more

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saw some hype over this place on reels, and I think it's more for its aesthetically presented dishes rather than its taste. we tried the: - peking duck potstickers ($10): I enjoyed the concept but thought the skin was too thick - corn & cheese pan fried baos ($9): the baos were kind of dry, but if you like cheese you would like this - crab meat lomein ($21): pretty simple crab meat sauce over lomein, the noodles were kind of stuck together and very starchy (maybe overcooked?) read more

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This is a cool little spot in SF I really enjoyed the food we just had a few appetizers, it really gives you that true sf vibe. It's fun and it's not too pricey. We had a great time and we definitely would come back again. They're pretty busy so service was a little slow but nothing unbearable or crazy. I knocked off 1 star because I feel like I got ripped off a little with the green onion pancake, they were pricey and really flat with no flavor but everything else was great. read more

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First green flag which may be a red flag for others was the wait time. If you have to wait almost 30 minutes for a table an hour before closing time you already know the food must hit different! And hit different is what it did hence the lack of pictures lmao. The ambiance was personal in the booths but outside of that not too sure honestly. The decorations were also really cool! I'd take the 6 hour trip from la to San Francisco just to eat here again. read more

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The food was just okay--nothing memorable. Unfortunately, the owner brought their dog into the restaurant, and it kept jumping onto the dinner table, which was quite off-putting. That said, the waitstaff were very friendly and attentive. read more

I came back to Fusion Dumplings after seeing a performance at the nearby Great Star Theater and had a nice early dinner! I've been here before and love the relaxed ambiance- Everything is comfortable and approachable. The staff was friendly too! For four people we were able to enjoy a couple of dishes family style, like the pan fried dumplings (my personal favorite!) orange chicken, veggie spring rolls, seafood and noodles, and tan tan noodles. We noticed on our way out that there was a line forming almost out to the door to get a table for dinnertime, so plan accordingly. read more

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