Headed over here on Labor Day. It's in the little plaza just after the big one that has Osaka Marketplace, so I wasn't expecting much. Small place- can seat maybe 35. It was a little disorganized as we were coming in at the end of the lunch rush. They cleaned off a couple tables and we scanned the QR code to order. The soup dumplings came out first and they were great! The skin was thin yet strong enough to hold them up. We ordered 5 kinds of dumplings, spicy wontons (my fave), the tofu app and noodles. We couldn't finish it all, but we love leftovers when it's good food. We live right by Din Ding Dumpling but we liked this place better! Next time we go I want to try the fried rice and some veggie dishes, but it was such a surprise. Hope this place gets enough business to make it work. read more

No wait for my party of 3 on a Friday evening around 5:45pm. We did see a few parties waiting outside around 8pm though. Service was good and food came out pretty quickly. We ordered the rainbow salad, pan fried pork buns, red oil wontons, pork xiao long bao, and Taiwanese braised pork noodles. Everything was pretty solid! My favorites were the pan fried pork buns and pork xiao long bao, which had good flavor! If I had to be picky, the cold noodles in the rainbow salad could've been chewier/bouncier, and the braised pork in the noodles could've been more tender as most pieces were tough. read more

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As a big fan of Bing's Dumplings and Din Din Dumplings, I was happy to see a closer spot open up near my home that could substitute for my cravings in case I didn't want to drive too far. [[ Pro's ]] 1. ) Food The food in general is pretty good. I like they had a set combo in case you are really confused on what you want to eat which is called the M Dumpling Special Combo: Pork Soup Dumpling = Very Good :) Cucumber Salad = Meh (very standard, needs more flavor) Pan Fried Pork Bun = Very Good :) Salted Egg Custard Bun = Good (I'm not a fan of this but it was tasty) I also tried their Braised Pork Belly Mixed Noodle and Steamed Veggie Dumpling which I both thought were very good. 2.) Easy Ordering They are using the 39mile website which is the same as Tasty Pot. If you are familiar with this ordering style after scanning the QR code, you should have no trouble. I found it to be super simple to use and the order came out once I confirmed it on my phone. 3.) AN ACTUAL SOUP DUMPLING SPOON I love this thing. (See pictures for more details). Every restaurant who has soup dumplings seriously need to get these because it was so easy to eat the soup dumplings and capture all that extra soup. I LOVE IT. [[ Con's ]] 1.) Service The actual service was pretty decent. The waitress was nice and brought stuff over to us in a timely manner. I just thought they were a bit stingy on the napkins and the take-out containers. I asked for more napkins and they only gave me 3 extra napkins. As we were packing stuff up, the waitress was trying to give me as little take-out boxes as she could. She only wanted to give me 2 boxes for 4 dishes leftover and we had to sort of force her to please give us one more so we can put the leftover noodles in. 2.) Small Space The interior is clean and there's a decent amount of tables for such a small space but everyone is way too close to each other for my liking. I literally felt like I was being stared at by my neighbors the whole time which made me feel uneasy throughout the whole meal. Other than that, I think the place is generally pretty good. read more

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Small hole in the wall dumpling restaurant. The pork XLB and pan fried dumplings were delicious! The skin is delicate and the inside is filled with flavorful soup. Also the soup spoon is cute and useful to catch all the soup that may burst when you bite into it. They also have frozen dumplings for purchase. It took 30 minutes for the food to be ready. So a little slow but I guess it was because there was a dinner rush. Will consider coming back if in the area. read more

M Dumpling - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

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Food is delicious here. The pan fried pork buns, wonton soup, scallion pancakes, beef chow mein, cucumber salad, green beans were all good. Service is also great. You have to arrive here early for lunch because it gets packed. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

Was in the area so we decided to try this place! The original pork XLB was delicious but the pork fried buns were mediocre and not soupy enough in my opinion. We also ordered the veggie chow mein and it was not bad, just a bit bland. I had to ask for chili oil to add some spice. Overall decent place but I still prefer the special noodles chain! I still recommend trying this restaurant if you're ever in the area. read more

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What does the M stand for? If you read chinese, it translates to wheat field or as we say in englilsh. Amber Meadown. M Dumpling is a small restaurant just south of the famous plaza that features the legendary pineapple king bakery. The small corner strip mall has seen many restaurants come and go but this looks to be a long hauler. This place is packed. A clear sign of a great restaurant. The atmosphere is excellent. The staff is great. I am not sure if they remodeled this place or they got it that way, but I am happy to eat in a nicer cleaner restaurant like this The food is thebstar. The best dumplings around. The nest dishes around. The xlb was excellent. The pan fried pork ball was the best. The scallion pancake was amazing and thisbis usually a simple dish but they were able to make it better and goober. The green b3an dish dazzled as it was amazingly delicious without being overpriced. This appears yo be the work of the roasted garlic Overall thus place is fantastic. Another thing was that even tho the lines were long, they did not rush us or even give us the check until we asked. There were parties just lounging around without a care in the world. In a tradiional chinese or dumpling house, where there is a long line, I've been asked many times to please leave. In fact, in asian restaurants it's considered good service to bring the check early. Americans however, don't like to feel rushed. Many reviewers often lower ratings due to early check delivery and the feeling of being rushed. This is not a place that will rush you. At least, not when we were there. Many of our asian cherished elders can only go to chinese restaurants that look and feel like they were opened 50 years ago. This is not one of those kind of restaurants. This is not a "mountain water" rating, this is a legit great restaurant that deserves high marks. read more

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Reliable food, clean environment and very nice staff! Would come here again if craving an assortment of different kinds of dumplings. Nothing fancy or spectacular, but grateful to have a solid go-to that isn't always packed and hyped. It's low key and was nice to catch up over dinner here without fluff :) read more

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Their pork XLB were really really good and the soup spoons they give you are functional and cute. The chicken and corn steamed dumplings and the fried pork buns were also delicious. We came after the lunch rush so enjoyed a chill and quiet restaurant on a weekday. Service was friendly and attentive. The only dish that we'd skip next time is the stir fried green beans, they were a bit pricey for the size of the plate. You order on the QR code on the table and can select Chinese or English. Overall, great spot and would come back. read more

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Yummy spot for a quick dumpling fix! Came here on a sunday morning and it get's busy, the restaurant is also on the smaller side. The XLB are very juicy and flavorful. They also sell frozen dumplings if you ever wanted to buy some to steam at home. Reasonably priced, if you ever need a quick dumpling fix definitely check this restaurant out! read more

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Went here for the first time after finding it randomly on Instagram a few days ago. This is a cute spot located in South Fremont near Wells Fargo. We ordered three things on the menu: the classic XLB, Pan friend dumplings and wonton soup. The XLB: really great flavor and temperature. The skin was also pretty thin, which I really like. It's served with thinly sliced ginger, black vinegar, and chili oil. 9/10 Pan fried dumpling: nice crunch upon first bite and a yummy pork meatball inside. Pretty solid overall. 8/10 Wonton soup: I don't know what was in the wontons tbh, but the flavor was out of this world! The soup, however, was a bit peppery for me, but overall not bad. 8/10 I definitely will come back to try other items on the menu! read more

M Dumpling - Wonton soup - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

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I really like this place and it's been one of my go to spots. I love their pan fried dumplings. They are crunchy on the outside and inside is really juicy and tasty. Most places don't put a lot of filling but the dough to filling ratio is perfect for this place. The chow mien is also really tasty! Can't wait to keep trying new things at this place read more

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Small place after Wells Fargo Bank by Warm Springs area. Great menu collection if you love dumplings and the price is not bad. They can customize some dishes if you have food allergies. Great for family or groups but come by before the dinner rush. Menu is QR code but service is good. Place is clean and pretty homey. Worth the visit and would probably come back to try other menu choices. There is an open window where you see them make the food. read more

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I called in a to go order other night while traveling for work and ordered the pork buns and scallion pancakes to go. Both dishes were very good However, while waiting for my order, I noticed something that raised serious health and food-safety concerns. Through the window that looks into the kitchen, I saw one of the staff members handling to-go containers with his bare hands. He was putting his hands inside the containers, then setting them on the counter before reaching directly into a salad bin with his bare hands to plate food -- no gloves, no tongs, no utensils. As someone who appreciates good food, I was disappointed to see such unsanitary practices. The food tasted great, but witnessing that made me question the hygiene standards in the kitchen, and I'm hesitant about ordering again. read more

I think we just found our new favorite soupy dumpling place! The soup inside each dumpling was amazing, we couldn't believe how juicy it was. Each dumpling was so perfectly and carefully wrapped and what we love most is how thin the wrapper was, unlike other places that make it super thick. What amazed us most is how peeling the dumpling away from each other didn't rip the shell to spill all the lovely soup inside . Hands down, best dumplings in the area! It's a very small restaurant, but the food and service were very quick. We will definitely be back when we crave soupy dumplings again! Keep in mind, they have a fairly small menu but you can count of the staples of dumplings, hot and sour soup and noodles or fried rice. Can't go wrong with any of those! read more

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This is one of those places where they almost don't need service staff. Use your mobile phone to get the menu, order, pay, and then eventually your food will come out. The dumplings were good, albeit seemingly cooked from frozen. Nothing spectacular, but hit the spot on a long and tiring road trip. Very crowded little joint. Probably wouldn't go back, though it was fine. read more

M Dumpling - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

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Oh man.. this has taken an interesting turn. This was my new go to spot outside of Din Ding, BUT that is no longer the case. The staff preselected 18% tip for 2 people.. and we never got anything beyond the typical service. The water pitcher we were given was empty and never refilled either. The food came out in a timely manner and they did take the empty plates away... This is the typical service we should have though??? Edit: upon closer review they charged me for premium hot tea when I only received water... Lost a customer for life here. Anyway, changing my review to 1 star and I'll stick with Din Ding from now on. Really sucks because we have always enjoyed the food here. The 3% extra tip won't ruin me; however, the customer should always have the option to decide the tip. The menu did not disclose automatic 18% gratuity either. read more

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Went on a weekday night and got seated immediately despite being crowded and close to closing time. There's a QR code at each table to order. We got two different types of dumplings, one XLB and boiled. The pork XLB was so delicious! Each dumpling had ample soup and was plenty juicy! The boiled shrimp, egg, and chive one is just ok. Waiter is quick and am overall pretty impressed with the XLB as few places make them well. Would come back again when we're in the area! read more

M Dumpling - Shrimp, egg, chive dumpling (boiled) - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

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Came here with the in-laws for a quick lunch. Pretty much a hole in the wall dumpling joint, located in a small plaza/center. Looks like they opened recently as they still had their grand opening sign up, but surprisingly the service and food all came out fast and efficient. I wouldn't say service was spectacular, just pretty basic for an Asian place overall. Menu focuses on shareable Chinese dishes (aka dumplings, potstickers, etc) and some popular noodle soups. Overall I would say pricing is better than some more famous modern places in the area - but still double what I usually put out for one of my fave hole in the wall dumpling places (which is actually my preferred, Taiwanese style). The dumplings are def. a must here, where the skin is beautifully thin and light - but the flavors do lean a bit more salty/rich - which I found tends to be the trend with Chinese style dumplings vs. Taiwanese (usually lighter/fresher flavors). Let's dig in: (1) Pork XLB - great thin skin, rich broth, and the meat quality was good overall...just a bit rich/salty for my personal taste, but still good. (2) Crab & Pork XLB - same great thin skin and rich flavor just with a bit more of seafood bite to it. The crab was really tasty here & added a dynamic touch to the porkiness. (3) Beef Noodle Soup - this was fair, there was a good amount of meat, (although not super tender) and the noodz had a great chew overall. The broth was flavorful, but just wished it came out more hot and not lukewarm. (4) Potstickers - great crispy skin but didn't really like the filling, not sure if it's fusion or a region via Chinese cuisine - but personally don't like it when there is Corn in dumplings or potstickers. (5) Beef Dumplings - this also had corn in it which was again just not my forte in dumplings (mind you...I LOVEEEE CORN in EVERYWAY, just NOT in dumplings). The meat and flavor was tasty though, while the skin was a bit thicker but standard per dumplings. (6) Pan fried pork dumplings - these were BOMB && def. the main reason why I'd come back here!! The exterior was so crispy/crunchy, while the inside had a juicy delish pork meatball with a tasty broth. (7) Cucumbers - simple and tasty; lightly pickled and topped off with bit of chili oil for a little kick. read more

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I just ate here, and I'm typing this in the parking lot. They handed us the bill, and then the payment machine with a tap to pay prompt that did not display the total. After tapping, we noticed it never gave a tip prompt which we thought was strange. However, as we were walking out and checking the receipt and credit card transaction, we realized that the server already selected an 18% tip and we paid $63.44 without consent. The food and service was not bad, but the service was nothing out of the ordinary besides taking our orders, and dropping off the food. But giving themselves a tip without giving us the option to choose is absolutely unacceptable. Edit: Took a closer look at the receipt later and also noticed they charged us for hot tea that we never ordered nor received. Hope the extra $12.40 you stole from us was worth it. We came here regularly, but now we definitely won't be returning. read more

M Dumpling - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

One of the best pork xiao long bao (xlb) in Fremont. I will be back and inviting more friends. It is comparable to the caliber of Din Ding's (better or worse would be dependent on palate and mood). The delicate skin held abundant soup that was flavorful and sweet and the meat was satisfying. They had an interesting spicy chicken xlb, which had Western Chinese spices and flavors. It is interesting, but I am partial to the classic pork XLB. For starters, the iceburg eggplant is a deep friend starch-coated dish, that is sweet and savory. The table liked it. The rainbow salad is light with good texture from the mung bean thick noodle and the peanut sauce pulls things together. We liked this salad, but it might be less interesting for people who prefer bold flavors. The dishes we tried were not oversalted. They are understaffed during busy times, but they try to be efficient. The restaurant is small so, it was full when we went, but they were able to seat people who were queued up in a reasonable time. The restaurant, including the restroom is clean. read more

M Dumpling is a solid spot if you're after XLB, my friends loved them! Other dishes were okay but nothing particularly wow. Parking is limited, so plan ahead. read more

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Came here with my friend because the soup dumplings were vetted by my friend herself who came here for a week straight after trying it for the first time. I tried the Crab Roe and Pork XLB! The dumpling skin had good structural integrity--did not spill at all, and had perfect texture! Size of the dumplings runs slightly bigger; the flavor was tasty and authentic! They also offer a variety of Chinese dishes! We also got Sautéed Green Bean and Braised Beef Shank Noodle Soup (non-spicy)! Just as great tasting but dumplings steal the show for this place. Would describe the ambiance of this small restaurant to be clean and trendy, staff were nice and welcoming too, was on stand-by to ask if food was okay and if we needed anything. Definitely coming back! read more

M Dumpling - Crab Roe and Pork Soup Dumpling (XLB) (8pc), Sauteed Green Bean, & Braised Beef Shank Noodle Soup - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

Best pan fried soup dumplings Hella soup. Hella crispy. Hella good. Definitely going to try the chow mein next time. Solid neighborhood spot, we love coming back. read more

Heard this place was better than Din Ding Dumpling so I had to try it out. We ordered the M dumpling Special Combo which comes with all the main items that we wanted such as the original XLB, pan fried pork dumplings, and cucumber salad. We also ordered the garlic stir fried green beans, scallion pancakes, crab roe & pork soup dumplings, and salted egg custard buns. The scallion pancakes were surprisingly very good; I liked how crispy they were. The green beans had a nice kick which was a pleasant surprise. Everything was delicious except none of us really liked the crab roe & pork soup dumplings because it tasted a bit fishy. I also didn't really care for the salted egg custard buns because I expected the filling to be more runny. Overall, I really liked this spot and I'd agree that it's better than Din Ding. Something to note, the space inside is quite small and parking is limited. read more

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I really enjoyed this dumpling spot! It took me a minute to realize that they took over the dry cleaning spot since they did a pretty good job with the remodel. Their furniture was new and clean and they even have holiday decorations which I thought was cute. The food came out fresh and hot. Bonus points for the food not coming out too oily. Portion sizes were pretty decent as we still had leftovers for a party of three. We ordered: - cucumber salad - wonton soup - pan fried pork bun - shrimp fried rice - three cup chicken Hands down my favorite dish was the pan fried pork buns. The breading wasn't that doughy or thick and it was lightly crispy. There was a good amount of flavorful pork filling. The cucumber salad was refreshing. I liked how they didn't add too much vinegar to make it overpowering. I wasn't used to the bigger chunks, but it didn't bother me. The three cup chicken was also pretty flavorful. I liked how it wasn't too salty and that they give you a good amount of chicken. Their wonton soup was pretty decent. The wonton filling was surprisingly flavorful. I like the chopped up water chestnuts that they added for some crunchy texture. The shrimp fried rice was also pretty good as well. The shrimp were on the smaller side, but it still wasn't bad. I immediately noticed that their service was attentive and extremely friendly, which is rare. I would definitely come back again. read more

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So So SO GOOD! I've been here twice now and both times have been wowed by the taste and quality of all the food. Also made sure to order a variety of new items each time. They've PERFRCTED the soup dumpling. I tried the Pork, pork & crab roe, and spicy chicken. Best soup dumplings i've ever had; so juicy and succulent with flavorful meat fillings and perfect QQ skin. Every dumpling passed the leak test, and they even told us how to rewarm them for takeout without drying out the skin. Other dishes I also highly recommend: red oil ravioli (mild spice, fragrant & savory), spicy braised beef shank noodles (chewy noodles, flavorful soup), pan fried pork buns (fluffy, crispy, juicy, amazing). Everything else I've tried is attached in the pics below, & there seriously hasn't been anything that I didn't like. The restaurant itself is really tiny, so during the weekend and peak times you'll have to wait. Small parking lot as well. Workers are all nice and really helpful. Definitely a new favorite spot for me! read more

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Perfectly made shengjian: a crisp, golden bottom without any burn, a soft and fluffy top, and a filling that's tender, juicy, and ground to just the right texture--neither too fine nor too coarse. Every bite tastes exactly like my hometown. The xiaolongbao is also perfect--the wrapper is so thin it's almost transparent, yet still pleasantly chewy. The filling has a subtle sweetness, capturing the familiar flavor of my hometown. read more

M Dumpling - xiao long - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

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The XLB was a very nice, thin skin, and authentic. It almost rivals Ding Tai Fung. The pan seared bao was good too though the bottom part is a bit too doughy to my liking. We also had hot and sour soup and cold cut dish. Both of these are good too. But nothing too special. The service was friendly and good came out in n a nice pace. The place was kept very clean and pleasant. read more

M Dumpling - Pan seared bao - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

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They have amazing XLB and pan-fried pork buns! I also love their beef noodle soup and hot and sour soup. So happy we have a place like this in Fremont, it saves us a trip to Din Tai Fung! read more

Fast service, smooth delivery via grub hub...shredded bean curd salad was bland...no distinct seasoning nor flavor...stir fried green bean was ok...beef chow mein lacked the high heat wok flavor...like they just heated up ingredients and stirred them together...the broth for the braised beef noodles was ok...maybe main chef took the day off...the only item worth ordering again was the pan fried pork bun...yummy! Hard pass on rest of my meal...will not order those again... read more

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This place was recommended to me through Instagram reels, so I came in with a group to try it! The XLB was very tender and juicy, and the red oil ravioli is a must have! We also got the Taiwanese braised pork over noodles, and it was absolutely delicious. For a group of 3, we ordered 9 dishes, and with tip, paid $140. Would come back again! read more

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Highlights: & Brand new furniture, very clean and comfy & Food came out very quickly for us (though we're the only ones here when we ordered) & Service was prompt (though the crowd arrived as our food was being served/later) Food: & Shrimp fried rice & Crab and roe XLB & Pork soup bun Shrimp fried rice was nice and warm on a cold evening. There isn't a picture on the online QR code menu, so know the veggies looked like frozen peas and carrots. Also seemed like the salt wasn't evenly mixed. Still, was what I was looking for 3/5. Pork soup bun was probably my favorite. Batch of 6. Soup stayed piping hot for awhile. 5/5 Crab and roe XLB were flavorful. They cool down a lot faster than the bun (as is to be expected). Wrap was good and thin and good amount of soup inside. Not sure if it was bc it was the day before Thanksgiving, though it was kinda empty when we arrived (7ish) then a crowd showed up after 7:15. Maybe it's a late dinner spot? Ambience: Maybe because it's new, though the cleanliness stands out in the best way. When we saw the bench cushion, it looked and felt new. Very clean and still very supportive. Parking: Lot outside and wasn't very crowded Would come back here if we're in the neighborhood read more

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Stopped by for an afternoon snack and enjoyed a few treats. Not a fancy place but good for a stopover. Service was efficient. read more

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So glad we finally have a decent XLB and noodle soup restaurant in our area! We would always have to drive out to Union City if we wanted this type of food, and Joe it's just down the street. The servers are so incredibly sweet and the food is delicious. The noodles + pork we ordered was decent, but I wish they had the option of handmade knife cut noodles since I like a chewier noodle than what was given. The cucumbers were pretty standard and light. I would've preferred if they added more chili oil and flavoring. The XLB was my favorite. The pork is softer and fattier making a juicer XLB. A lot of people may not be a fan of this since it's not the normal standard, but I loved it! Overall, it was a great experience and I'm excited to go back and try other items. read more

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Loved my late afternoonmeal at M Dumpling! Excited to try it after seeing all the 5 star reviews. My favorite is the pan fried dumpling. Tender and well seasoned pork with soup on the inside and crunchy pan fried bottom and pillowy soft dough top sprinkled with sesame seeds and scallions. The other dish equally satisfying is the Taiwanese Braised Pork Mixed Noodle. Tea is served piping hot too! Definitely will return... read more

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The pork XLB here was delicious and full of soup. The others items were just good and didn't stand out too much. The restaurant is small so seating is limited and there can be a wait. Will be back for the soup dumpling specifically. read more

M Dumpling - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

Good soup dumplings, good service, slightly small spot but didn't have to wait for a table on a Saturday around 1pm. Had the chicken clay pot dish which had good flavor, but my only complaint is the bones are so cooked that they easily splinter which makes it tougher to eat. The rainbow salad had a lot of interesting textures, and the peanut sauce was good with a tiny hint of wasabi (or hot mustard) flavor. I loved the pork XLB, good skin and tasty soup. Green onion pancake was good, hard to mess up though. The mountain eggplant was lightly deep fried but wasn't too flavorful. Would skip next time. My friends ordered the lotus root with honey, but I didn't try it. I don't think they would order it again though. It's a sweeter dish, like dessert. Overall, food and service were good but not amazing. However, I'd go again to try more dishes. read more

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We ordered crab roe and pork soup dumplings (XLB). They were so good; I recommend trying them. I have tried crab roe and pork XLB at many places, but the dumplings at M are so juicy and tasty. The pan-fried pork soup and the meat inside were pretty good, too. We also ordered string beans and Red Oil Ravioli with peanut and chili sauce. The ravioli had meat and shrimp on it, which was okay, too. The server was nice, and the inside light with decored looked so warm and comfort. read more

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This is at the old dry cleaning location (IYKYK) and omg I was legitimately blown away by the food here. Service was great. And food came promptly. I think this place is in the running for my favorite XLB place. It's similar to Din Ding, but a bit different. Both are *chef's kiss* read more