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    Legend Dumpling And Bao

    4.2 (65 reviews)
    InexpensivePoke, Soup, Salad
    Closed 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Lamb dumplings
    Mark L.

    This is a really great spot for dumplings and noodles. Everything tasted super fresh and was cooked to order. If you come during peak hours, it does get a little packed inside, so just something to keep in mind. We tried a bunch of dumplings, and honestly, they were all delicious. They also have really good noodle soups, which are pretty filling on their own, so be careful not to order too much. The vibe is very classically reminiscent of Asia, nothing fancy but comfortable and homey. I'd definitely recommend this as a solid dumplings and noodles spot.

    Fried Beef Bao, Spring Roll
    Alyssa G.

    In my numerous trips to Chinatown, this was the first time I have seen this particular shop. I was in need of quick service with someplace to sit on a lunch break from Jury Duty. You order at a kiosk, which is fine by me so everything is accurate and I can read food descriptions (I have a shellfish allergy so this is helpful to me in Chinatown). The fried beef bao came out slightly crispy, but still pillowy with a good amount of filling. The flavors were great! The spring rolls were hot, crunchy, and filled with delicious vegetables. The pork and cabbage dumplings were steamed to perfection--they kept their shape, but were soft, and oh so flavorful. The prices were fair for quick service items I probably would not attempt at home. The bathroom was spotless, the seating area immaculate, and it was quiet, but not like I was in a dumpling library. All the items you would need from napkins to chopsticks to plates were readily available for you to grab. The presentation was so cute, the plate looked like a basket, but so much easier to clean, haha. I enjoyed this surprise discovery and look forward to eating here again!

    Sonia S.

    Fresh, flavorful beef Bao. That's the tagline here. I haven't had great luck with bao in the Midwest, and I think it comes down to finding a spot that doesn't sparingly fill their dumplings or reuse old ingredients. This place had great dumplings. The fillings tasted great, and there was a little bit of a wait which is reassuring to know that I wasn't getting pre-made dumplings. The dumplings were hot, fresh and nicely stuffed with beef. The restaurant itself is pretty unassuming in the best way. I would definitely come back for more dumplings when I'm in Chinatown.

    Pork Cabbage Bao
    Kendra R.

    I stopped into Legend Dumpling + Bao on a Saturday afternoon. It was fairly quiet when I arrived, but the place started filling up once I sat down. Ordering is done through a kiosk, which was actually really helpful since it shows photos of everything on the menu. I decided on the pork bao buns, and they came out in about five minutes. They were hot, soft, and really flavorful. Two was the perfect amount for a quick bite and kept me going while I explored the neighborhood. I really enjoyed my time with LD+B, and look forward to visiting again.

    Shrimp and Pork with Leek Dumpling
    Nathan W.

    This is my go to spot for dumplings in Chinatown. You order on the kiosk and the staff calls out your number when the food is ready. They have premade dumpling sauce that is perfect for dipping. You can add chili oil if you prefer spicy. The dumplings are freshly steamed or fried. I like the fried dumplings. They have a crispy exterior and a juicy filling. It's a simple restaurant, but if you want dumplings would recommend this spot. Inside there's a few tables. It gets busy, so it's difficult to find seating at times. I'll be back to try other things on the menu!

    Pan fried dumplings
    Angie N.

    I was very impressed by the quality of these dumplings! We got pan-fried and they had a nice crisp. The dumplings were juicy and had a good filling ratio. You order through a screen and then the dumplings came out fairly quickly, There's a table with all types of sauces that you can fill on your own, which I always appreciate. The interior was very cozy and casual! Overall, I was very impressed with the quality and thought the price was unbeatable. Definitely one of the best dumpling spots around Chinatown.

    Spiced Beef appetizer
    Hanna O.

    For those of y'all who want a quick answer: YES. Go here. Eat. Indulge. Enjoy. It's tasty and worth the trek out to Chinatown. For the rest of y'all who enjoy a gentle perusal of words and banter, here's the full review! My foodie-partner-in-crime is a BIIIG dumpling fan and chose Legend Dumpling and Bao as our spot of the day. We arrived during non-peak hours, so the seating in the dining space was a-plenty and we were able to peruse the menu (via the order kiosks) at our leisure. I really appreciated the ordering kiosks, as I'm a visual kind-of-person and enjoyed seeing pictures of the assortment of appetizers, bao, and dumplings. We ordered the spiced beef appetizer, pork soup dumplings, and steamed beef bao. While waiting for our order, we grabbed a small bowl of the "pumping sauce" and the chili oil that were at the condiment & cutlery/tableware station. I'm a sauce-sipper (meaning I like to sip sauce on its own to experience its stand-alone flavor) and my eyes opened WIDE when I tasted that pumping sauce. It was OUTRAGEOUSLY DELICIOUS!!! Even more tasty when pairing it with the dumplings and bao. The soup dumplings were by far my favorite!! They were perfectly steamed, the pork was well-flavored, and the combination of the soup with the pumping sauce and chili oil made for a knock-your-socks-off-tasy experience! The beef appetizer was light and refreshing - with the cilantro being an absolute delight. And while the beef bao were tasty, I would opt for more soup dumplings in the future. Overall, what a spot!! I highly recommend visiting this eatery to all locals and travelers alike!

    Cass O.

    I love dumplings, so we had to stop here! The prices were amazing and the food was so good! The staff was so sweet and I think I will be dreaming of eating here again in my dreams!

    Fried Beef Dumplings
    Darnell S.

    I really loved this place, right on the outside of China Towns Market. This is One of the only places we visited 2 days in a row during our visit to Chicago. The Fried Beef Dumplings are to die for. Thier Dumpling sauce is Top Tier making the sis all the better. Your also have the option for chili oil and sarracha. The service was Great as well Auntie really back there making magic. The inside is cute aswell with art along the wall and plant you wearing

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    Ada S.

    This place was actually so tastey! It was a little hot inside but the food made up for it. They were fast, delicious and good sized. I would love to come back here!

    Fish Rice Noodle
    Eda X.

    Legend Dumpling and Bao is quite dirty with napkins and paper waste all over the ground throughout the dining floor, but I don't blame the one poor cook to be have no time to clean the dining tables as there are no waitstaff. Just one cook to hold down the whole restaurant is a bit rough. The pork soup dumplings is the star of the meal. I really enjoyed the bite sized juicy pork fillings in each dumpling.

    Erica C.

    This place was not good. Self order and then grab a seat. Their XLB was more of a meat bao than a XLB. Skin resembled a bao and looked like a bao. Was super disappointed. The noodles were okay but definitely needed more seasoning. The steamed dumplings were decent.

    Legend House Special Egg Noodle
    Clarissa C.

    Super quick service despite it being packed that day! The noodles were done in minutes, and the xiao long bao followed quickly. An assuming place in Chinatown with self serve kiosks and a sauce station. You can pick your own seating! Got the legend house special rice noodle with tomato broth. Could've used more toppings and protein, but overall really liked the dish. The beef was flavorful. Also tried the xiao long bao, which did not have too much soup inside. The "pumping" sauce and the chili oil were absolutely delicious!! Note to self: try the potstickers next time!!

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    Very cheap, so I had low expectations but the dumplings were very good. On par with QXY

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    Great soup dumplings and noodle soup! Would recommend to others. Clean and spacious as well.

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    SOOOOOOO BUSSIN' this hit the SPOT!!!! i wish i had more than 5 stars to give this amazing dumpling dish

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    Went during a date night and the place had fast service, great price, and tasty food. Everything was hot and fresh.

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    Great dumplings and bao. The food is as advertised. A fast food place with a decent selection of buns and some other side dishes

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