Love the interior inside! We got the xiao long bao samplers, pork stir fry noodles, garlic spinach and the pork chop. Me and my boyfriend especially loved the garlic spinach and the stir fry noodles. My personal favorite xiao long bao were original, black truffle, cheese and the crab. Shout out to our server Micheal too. He was super nice and sweet!! I would visit again for sure! read more

Paradise Dynasty - Garlic E12. Stir-Fried Spinach with Minced Garlic D1. Fried Pork Chop - Chinese Near Me - Glendale, California

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I had dinner on Friday, and the service from Maria was incredible . She made us feel welcomed and taken care of. She was very attentive, always checking in at the right moments and making sure everything was perfect for our table. she introduced us to the xiaolongbao. The dish was delicious. Maria's energy, attention to detail, and genuine care for us really stood out. Her service was amazing and I will definitely be coming back again. 10/10 service. read more

Went to Paradise Dynasty in Glendale on a Friday night and had a really good experience. We got the rainbow xiao long bao, spicy wontons, pork fried rice, and black truffle dumplings. Everything was really good, especially the rainbow xiao long bao.Maria was our server and she was great. She helped explain the different dumpling flavors, gave us recommendations, kept our drinks full, and checked in on us a lot without being too much. She was really friendly and made the whole dinner better. Definitely one of the best servers I've had in a while.!!!!!!!! read more

I didn't realize that paradise dynasty has now taken over the old DTF location! Came here with some friends to try out their new Birria XLB. It was really good. Way better than their BBQ pork flavor. It was subtle and light and not overpowering or too spicy. Our server was so nice her name was Minh Tran. The night was already so busy but she was attentive, kind, fast, and made us feel very comfortable. They do not validate parking so I suggest the Glendale galleria which is a little bit of a walk but you're going to want to walk off all the yummy food you just ate. My favorites are the truffle and garlic XLB. So flavorful. But if you haven't come here you need to get the sampler XLB. It's so fun and all of the flavors are so so satisfying. The fried rice is very good, it honestly tastes exactly like DTF which is a good thing. The radish PASTRY IS A MUST TRY. We always get two orders when we go here it's so good. They also had a spring chef selection menu which we got the crispy scallops so filling and flavorful. And the sweet mochi green tea matcha and black sesame. The black sesame was top tier. They need to make this a staple on the menu. Highly recommend you check them out. They got pretty busy on a Friday night but I'm glad we came early at 5pm. So so worth it! Great place for groups!! read more

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I really enjoyed the food! I do recommend trying the Specialty Dynasty Xiao Long Bao with 8 different flavors first if you're not sure which ones you like. I ordered: Birria Bao (4/5) - It was good and even better with the sauce! Black Truffle Bao (4/5) - Also really good! Chilled Tofu in Soy Sauce Vinaigrette with Crispy Onion (5/5) - My favorite! Seriously! Fried Rice with Shrimp (5/5) - My second favorite! Chicken Wonton in Chili Oil (5/5) - My third favorite! Stir Fried Spinach with Minced Garlic (4/5) - Not bad at all. I would order it again! The place is nice and the server was awesome. I would definitely come back again. Just be warned about the parking. read more

Paradise Dynasty - Birria Bao - Chinese Near Me - Glendale, California

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The restaurant was clean, spacious, and comfortable. Our party of 5 decided to dine at Paradise Dynasty to try out their Birria XLB crossover with Burritos La Palma. This visit was my first time at the restaurant, and I came out with an overall great impression of the place. Since the crossover item launched today (5/11/26), I didn't know what to expect other than it should be decent since I like XLB and birria, separately. The end result was flavorful, and it was a positive experience for me. Their garlic XLB also stood out to me as the garlic aroma enhances it just enough to make me want to get this over the regular XLB for my future visits! The most surprising item from the evening was the Radish Pastry! The radish filling was warm and soft, yet the pastry shell was extremely flaky, to a point where I can't think of anywhere in the US that serves something of similar caliber! Last but not least, shout out to our server Michael, he was extremely helpful and attentive to our needs, and his excellence was the icing on the cake for the entire dining experience this evening at Paradise Dynasty for our group! Thanks again! read more

I am so happy that Paradise Dynasty made it to LA, and walking distance from where I live!! Overall, my first experience going there was 10/10. The service was fast, friendly, and the food tasted great! I came on a Monday night around 7:30 PM with a reservation. It was not that busy, and there was plenty of tables available. Everything was delicious. We ordered: pork chop fried rice, shrimp fried rice, TWO orders of honey walnut shrimp, pork xiao long bao, and the spicy wontons. This was an order for only 3 people... we were HUNGRY, and we finished everything. I would say the honey walnut shrimp along with the xiao long baos are the real showstoppers. You truly get the bang for your buck here. The portions are shareable for up to 3-4 people. The alcoholic beverages are also delicious. The service was also amazing. I cannot wait to go back. read more

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It was good but in my experience I feel with all the hype it could have been better. One thing I can say is service was good. Thankfully we were allowed to be seated even though the majority of the party wasn't there. So that was nice. Many other establishments wouldn't do that so that was a plus. If you were to ask me, it just didn't feel like the top tier dining experience you would receive at its rivals table. Many things were lacking. Don't get me wrong it was good, food was tasty, service was professional, very attentive. Then again the flavor and quality was not fully there for me. Yes we ate it all up, certain dishes were super tasty others lacked the full texture, richness, bite, chew you name it and I just need to be 100% with my review. I'm sure many people have heard that this is a rival restaurant to the previous dumpling restaurant that originally was housed in the same location. But the internet and the blue checkered reviewers who get payed for their false reviews got me again! Cucumber salad, garlic green beans, woodear mushroom salad, pan fried pork buns, steamed chicken, pork xlb, chicken xlb, bbq ribs, chili oil wontons (pork and chicken), pepper angus beef, and fried rice was our order. I gotta say many of those items lacked flavor. The pan fried pork buns were fancy looking but 2 came in an order for 9 bucks and there just wasn't enough flavor in those or soup. They were very dry. The soup dumplings both pork and chicken just needed more flavor. The wontons in chili oil were good but that's because it was doused in sauce and chili oil. Woodear mushroom salad was mid, nothing special IMO. The garlic green beans were actually one of the best dishes there. The pork ribs almost had zero meat, another case of ozempic ribs. No bueno. The steamed chicken was alright. Pepper angus beef was good too, that was enjoyed throughout the table. The cucumber salad was too bland for our liking. I mean certain things were good, like everything was cooked through very well. Just the flavor was lacking in our eyes and tongues. Overall the servers were very attentive and respectful which was very nice. Cups kept full. Thank you for doing your best Paradise Dynasty. I just cant be mean because they did a good job, everyone was respectful and food came out fast. read more

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Finally got to try this place! This took over the old Din Tai Fung since they moved inside the mall. Vibes are basically the same, "high end" dumpling spot. Located on the outer part of the Americana (definitely park at the Galleria mall since it's free and an easy walk - otherwise paid parking can get expensive). We were able to go on a non-busy day/time I guess because they seated us immediately. Shoutout to our server, Ian, for always checking up on us and recommending the good stuff! Super helpful letting us know to scan the QR for a menu with beautiful pics of each item. In the end, he also gave us coupons to use on our next visit!! I ordered the Seabass with a side of rice, absolutely delicious, melt in your mouth goodness! The flavor and sauce it was in was just perfection. Not too sweet, not too salty. We also shared a side dish of cucumber that was refreshing and perfect on a hot day. My bf got the assorted dumplings which is 1 of every flavor they offer. I wasn't very hungry at the time, otherwise I would've loved to try their Xiao long Bao as well but he enjoyed it! My favorite thing about this place are the various signature cocktail options AND the fact that you can get as much ginger as you want!! Definitely don't skimp on that. I love the ginger mixed with soy sauce and vinegar. Overall a fantastic option if Din Tai Fung is packed, as they usually are lol. Looking forward to coming back! IG: @ammysalamii read more

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THE BEST. I LOVE IT HERE! So, my mouth is watering as I write this review because omg it's that GREAT. I now had the pleasure of trying this place twice, and AH. Here is my honest review! FOOD: 10/10 - Green beans - radish pastry thingys - pork riblets -pork noodles *Salted Egg Yolk Custard Xiao Long Bao * - regular long bao * THE CHILI* Everything here is just seriously delicious! Service: 11/10 SERVICE HERE IS TOP NOTCH! I swear this place needs a standing ovation ! If it's one thing this place knows how to do, it is give the most perfect service! I think it's what ultimately brought me back now twice. I spilled chili oil on my favorite Levi's and my waiter rushed over to help me with a Tide pen! HOW NICE RIGHT?! Love him. Haha But seriously, everyone here is so curious and smiley! Ambiance: 10/10 It's so clean! Like, sparkling! I love it. I even like the colors, lights, and darkness in the restroom! Haha. All around 20/10. I will keep coming here for their amazing workers, food, and you cannot beat that happy hour! Great job Paradise Dynasty! You have my business for life! read more

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I've known about Paradise Dynasty for years, but never took the opportunity to try until now. My friend and I ordered the following: Xiao Long Bao (XLB) & Cheese XLB: We originally wanted to try the Specialty Dynasty XLB 8pc set, but it was way too pricey, so we settled on just the Original and Cheese XLB. The original was very standard and the taste is what you would expect. It was a good XLB. Cheese XLB: Surprisingly good! The cheese was a nice gooey texture, but recommended to eat a few as it can get heavy the more you eat it. Chilled Tofu in Soy Sauce Vinaigrette with Crispy Onion: The day was very hot, so this was a very cold and refreshing. I did prefer the vinaigrette to be more acidic for balance, but nonetheless an overall solid dish. The crispy onions on top also gave a nice textural contrast to the super soft tofu. Noodles with Scallion Oil: Noodles were cooked perfectly and the fried green onions had a nice crips. For the sauce, I did find it to be too sweet. Fried Pork Chop on Fried Rice: Super simple fried rice, and the pork chop was juicy, but felt it could've had a thicker coating of the fried layer. It was super thin, so it didn't stay crispy for too long. My overall thoughts are that the dishes all tasted pretty decent, but nothing really stood out significantly for me. Still a good spot to try if you're in the area and craving a variety of Chinese food. read more

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Wow... the food was not it. There was no wow factor. My gf and I came at 12 ish on a Thursday. And the place was empty to my surprise. The guy didn't even have chili oil but some how he found three. I'm really disappointed in the quality of the dumplings considering the price. They were lacking flavor. My soup dumpling were already mushy when I bit into them. The chicken in my Chicken dumplings that were boiled somehow tased burned. It was weird. Sorry to say we won't be back. Mom and pop shops in hacienda do better. read more

Paradise Dynasty - Items we ordered - Chinese Near Me - Glendale, California

You would think that my favorite thing from here would be a big menu item like their popular dumplings, which were flavorful and unique, but it was actually their radish pastry. It's a flaky pastry with the most refined radish filling! It surprised me so much. Amazing start of an appetizer to the rest of the meal. As often compared to Din Tai for their menu and funny enough, location, Paradise Dynasty just happened to take over this location after DTF vacated from it and moved over to the Galleria. We were told that their XLB (xiao long bao) soup dumplings are actually 30% bigger than DTF. Instead of just shrimp and pork, their most known or viral dish are the colorful XLB, which came in 8 unique flavors. The ones I remember are the cheddar, truffle, bbq pork, garlic, and foie gras. They were all special and stood out from the usual filling, but I think it's a try once and be satisfied thing. I also liked their black pepper angus beef dish. It was super tender and I kept bringing my chopsticks back for more. The flavoring was just right. A little umami, salted well, pepper-y sauce was coating the beef so nicely. Their panda buns are a MUST. They are chocolate filled baos with the cutest panda face stamped on top. The bao and chocolate combo was sooo satisfying. The last thing I loved was their pan fried pumpkin mochi cookies. They had the perfect chew and it was not too sweet. I loved these!! The drinks were good too, specifically the lychee martini. Overall, if you're in the area and want to try something similar, but different from DTF, I would definitely try Paradise Dynasty and also come back again. I really enjoyed the hospitality and the service. read more

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We tried Din Tai Fung for and early dinner at 5ish, hoping to beat the crowd. Uhh...nope. The wait was 2.5 hours on a Sunday. So we walked over to Paradise Dynasty at the Americana and were seated in under 5 minutes. We used it as a chance to compare it with our usual DTF order: cucumbers, string beans, xiao long bao and shrimp fried rice. We also added the steamed chicken since we were craving it. The xiao long bao were very solid. Delicate wrappers, equivalent flavor and actually a bit more soup than DTF, which I liked. The cucumbers looked similar but leaned heavily on garlic. It had no chili heat and could've used more salt. The shrimp fried rice was fluffy but bland AF. Needed seasoning and the shrimp were slightly smaller than DTF's. The string beans here come with minced pork. Not my favorite compared to DTF, but still tasty with good "wok hay" flavor. The surprise hit was the steamed chicken. It's prety much Hainan chicken with a great ginger scallion sauce. Simple and really well done. Shoutout to our server Sanderson! He was super personable and pointed us toward dishes like kung pao chicken and crispy sweet and sour cod for next time. Overall, Paradise Dynasty held its own. Maybe not as refined as Din Tai Fung, but the meal hit the spot, was a shorter wait and had a slightly friendlier price. We'd definitely give it another shot. read more

Paradise Dynasty - This version of hainan chicken with the ginger scallion oil was our fave! - Chinese Near Me - Glendale, California

First - This establishment is CASHLESS I first tried Paradise Dynasty at a Yelp Elite event, (which was amazing). I had been obsessing over a couple of items since then and was happy to come back with a friend for lunch. We had the traditional Signature Original Xiao Long Bao, Szechuan Xiao Long Bao and Chicken Wonton In Chili Oil. The stand out for me is the Szechuan Xiao Long Bao. It was a layer of savory flavors with an almost floral finish. The red color is very appealing too. The lunch crowd midweek is very light... probably because they have an awesome happy hour menu that starts at 2pm. The ambiance is very tasteful, sophisticated and casual so whatever the occasion the vibe feels right. Absolutely delicious! read more

Paradise Dynasty - A3. Szechuan Xiao Long Bao - Chinese Near Me - Glendale, California

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This place is great to catch up with friends and has bright light. But the food is definitely not up to standard for typical soup dumplings and Chinese dishes. This place is known for the colorful soup dumplings, and each of the different colors have different flavors. I tried it, and soup dumplings should stick to the typical flavors. There was also no soup, so pretty disappointing. Service was great! That was the plus of the experience. This place is also located in a nice spot of downtown Glendale. read more

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Let's get something straight. They don't call this restaurant Paradise for nothing. When I first came in I thought I was in a palace. The design and decor felt like I was stepping into royal hotel. The staff were extremely kind during the event as well. Only there to help with our experience. I'm not big on dumplings but they have most certainly gained my attention. I've never seen so much creativity that didn't compromise flavor. The food was not only fun to look at but it spoke to you to taste it. lol When I say I'm looking for a good time. This is the standard of what I mean. Thank you Paradise Dynasty for making me a believer. P.S. I don't know what was in that lychee cocktail but I was turned up after drinking it. More of this please read more

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I was really excited to try this new dumpling spot, especially after the long delay in opening, but it ended up being a huge disappointment. The food was honestly not good. Across the board, the quality, flavor, and overall taste were lacking, and many dishes were noticeably under-seasoned. It wasn't enjoyable on its own, and definitely doesn't hold up when compared to Din Tai Fung. The only item that was even somewhat tolerable was the chicken dumplings. I'm genuinely surprised by the positive reviews because our experience was the complete opposite. We went on a Saturday night and the restaurant was only about a quarter full, which in hindsight should have been a sign. We had a reservation, but clearly didn't need one. Service was actually great, so no complaints there. But unfortunately, good service can't make up for bad food. Even the cocktails missed the mark. The dishes that are similar to Din Tai Fung were disappointing in every way, and the items that were new to me just felt like wasted calories. I wouldn't come back, even if it were free, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone. read more

Paradise Dynasty - Chinese Near Me - Glendale, California

On Friday, March 13th, I had lunch with my mom at Paradise Dynasty in Glendale. I wanted to try their 8 different flavors of Xiao Long Bao because I was curious about how each one tasted. Among them, I liked the original flavor the most, and the others were not really my favorites. The beef dish had a very unique aroma and flavor, which was not my taste. However, all of the staff members were very friendly, which was really good. cf) I didn't know that they offer a 50% off lunch special happy hour from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM, so I ended up going much earlier than that time. read more

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Staff were friendly. Our waiter was awesome. First time to this location and it is just as good as the other one. Our food and drinks were soo good, cannot wait to come back again. read more

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first timerrr had no issues with making reservations or checking in, ordered the well known dishes like the 8 xlbs with various meats and ingredients inside them, more truffle and Szechuan, pork spicy wontons, dan dan noodles, and pork noodle soup (not pictured) and lastly, a mango pudding! service was great and food came out quickly. read more

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I've been to this location a dozen times. It never disappoints & is one of my favorite Chinese restaurants in SoCal. Absolutely delicious, with wonderful service - especially from Natalie, Bryan and Kevin, who are incredibly kind and attentive. Avoid the long lines at the other XLB spot nearby, and come here instead, with no wait! As of this writing, they don't validate parking at the Americana, but you can park for free at the Galleria (shhh!), or on residential streets & walk 2 blocks. The best deal in town is their weekday happy hour. 50% off xiao long bao (XLB), dim sum, appetizers, fried rice, and stir-fried noodles (but not the soup noodle dishes), Monday-Friday, 2:30pm - 5pm. That's right, 50% off and as of today, it's never crowded! It's the city's best kept secret. I highly recommend: Signature Pork XLB, Crab XLB, Radish Pastry (a really special dim sum), Pan-fried Shanghai Kurobuta Pork Bun, any Wontons in Chili Oil (the hint of mala spice is sooo good), Fried Pork Chop (appetizer), Chilled Tofu in Soy Sauce Vinaigrette with Crispy Onion (seriously delicious!), Crispy Vegetable Spring Roll, Shrimp Fried Rice. The best food & service at an insane value! Other dishes I love (@ regular price): Noodles with 'Dan Dan' Spicy Sesame and Peanut Sauce (nice touch of mala spice); Wontons in Thick Chicken Soup; Stir-fried French Beans with Minced Pork and Preserved Olive Vegetable; Crispy Sweet and Sour Cod Fish. read more

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Ya gotta love a place that dares to challenge the status quo of a heavy hitter like Din Tai Fun, and Paradise Dynasty knocks it out of the park. Apparently, they're a big deal in Asia, but have had a tough time getting into the American market because DTF got here first -- but in this case, DTF bugged out to the nearby mall, and Paradise Dynasty moved into their old spot, and I've got to say, this is the better place. Nicely decorated and comfortable, with a friendly staff and lively music playing in the air. It's a more welcoming restaurant. Paradise Dynasty also has a larger, much more eclectic menu, with a lot of very clever variations on dumplings and other Chinese dishes. They have quite a few flavors of their Xiao Long Bao (soup dumplings), so I ordered the 8-piece Special that includes one of each: Traditional, Kimchi, Szechuan, Garlic, Crab w/Roe, Cheese, BBQ Pulled Pork and Black Truffle. Everything other than the Crab dumpling had a pork-based filling, which had a light texture that melted quickly in the mouth; the wrappers were fragile and whimsical with their different colors. The Traditional dumpling had a deep, satisfying flavor, while the Kimchi had an enjoyably funky kick from the aged cabbage (as well as a good bit of heat). By contract, the Szechuan was much milder than I expected and the numbing quality of the peppercorns took about a minute to sneak up on me. The Garlic dumpling was very tasty, while the Crab was a bit too fishy for my taste; cheese was interesting and worked far better than the BBQ Pulled Pork, which had an excellent BBQ flavor that just felt way out of place with the rest of the food (especially the Asian dipping sauces). Black Truffle was the star, and I could easily eat an entire order, which might be exactly what I do next time. My other order today was the Pork & Shrimp Wontons in Chili Oil. The filling was exceptionally flavored, and the sauce very tasty, though, again, not particularly spicy; I added some chili paste to kick it up a bit, and that did the trick. All in all, this is a terrific addition to the dumpling scene, and they have so many interesting options on the menu (including full sized beef, chicken and seafood dishes, fried rices and noodles, soups, etc) that I'm sure I'll be back soon to start working my way through. Don't wait on this place -- show it some love ASAP. read more

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Great dumpling place! We just noticed Paradise took over the former Din Tai Fung and they're pretty good! We enjoyed their signature xiao long bao soup dumplings; we could actually tell the difference between all the flavors. Food came out very quick once we put the order in. All tasted great. We should have come during happy hour with lots of items 50% off. Our favorites were the signature soup dumplings, the green beans and the chilled tofu but honestly you can't go wrong with all the choices! read more

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Got there about a half hour before closing and grateful that we got seated. It was still bustling and almost a full house. They told us last order was around 9:45 pm. Fortunately it didn't take us (read: me) too long to decide what to order. We got two baskets of the Specialty Dynasty XLB, radish pastry, and a bowl of snow fungus with peach resin. I enjoyed the XLB and snow fungus dessert more than the radish pastry, but everything was delicious! I loved how they gave us a guide with the order of XLB flavors to eat, starting with the original and more subtle flavor to the strongest flavor. First, I noticed the skin was perfect. Not too thin or too thick. It held well and didn't break or tear easily when I picked it up with chopsticks. The form also made it easy to bite the top, slurp the broth, and enjoy the skin and filling. My favorite flavors were the Szechuan, BBQ pork, and kimchi. What can I say; I do love bold flavors. My friend didn't really like the BBQ pork that much. His favorites were the Szechuan and crab meat with roe. For context, I ate the BBQ pork first before the crab roe because I got the two mixed up from their similar colors, and my friend followed the order on the guide ate the crab roe before the BBQ pork. The strong BBQ pork flavor really hit me, hence it became one of my favorite flavors. Service was great. A server checked in on us right before the kitchen closed in case we wanted to put in more orders. Overall, would definitely go back for the XLB. read more

Paradise Dynasty - Chinese Near Me - Glendale, California

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I've been wanting to try this place for a while now. It's located where the old Din Tai Fung was at the Americana. It's still very spacious inside and a lot more brighter than what it was. Marcus was our waiter and we really loved his service and knowledge on the menu. He was super attentive and helpful. Thanks Marcus! We ordered: Signature Original XLB and the Black Truffle XLB. (5/5) Both were really good! Highly recommend trying them! I heard the Crab & Roe XLB is a favorite as well. Stir Fried French Bean w/ Minced Pork (5/5) I always like a vegetable dish to pair with my meal, so opted to try this. It was a hit, and packed with flavor. I really enjoyed the small bits of pork mixed with the green beans. Korobuta Pork Wonton in Chili Oil - (3.5/5) This dish was ok, I think the chili oil had a rosy taste to it and it wasn't really a memorable dish for me. The wontons were nice and plump but I feel like something was missing in the sauce. They currently have happy hour Monday-Friday from 2:30-5:30 pm with 50% off most items off their menu! Overall, I enjoyed everything here and will be back soon. Enjoy! read more

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This is a great place for soup dumplings and other authentic Xiao Long Bao selections. Comparable to the other place with a similar menu, Paradise is a great alternative! The restaurant has a very modern Chinese feel to it with lots of marble, and the service was also amazing. We went during restaurant week and the menu was perfect. Would definitely come back! read more

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I came to Paradise Dynasty on a random Thursday night with zero wait. We were seated immediately, which already set the tone for a relaxed evening. The staff was warm and attentive, and really easy to talk to. The ambiance is bright and vibrant, almost celebratory. It doesn't lean moody or overly formal. Instead, the lively dining room make it feel ecstatic. It's inviting, energetic, and perfect for a casual but still elevated dinner. Specialty Dynasty Xiao Long Bao (4/5) A fun introduction to soup dumplings because you get a sampler of different flavors instead of committing to just one (but you definitely can order just one flavor or the classic ones, too!). The basket arrives like a color palette; each dumpling presented differently, almost too pretty to eat. My personal favorites were the pork BBQ, crab meat with roe, truffle, and garlic. Each one kept its identity without overpowering the others. The skins were delicate but didn't break prematurely (a true test of good XLB), and every dumpling carried a well-balanced, flavorful broth inside. Noodle with Shredded Pork and Pickled Mustard Greens in Thick Chicken Soup (4/5) Very comforting, like a warm hug. The broth was silky and rich without being heavy, and the pickled mustard greens cut through with just enough brightness to keep every bite interesting. Fried Rice with Fried Pork Chop (4/5) Straightforward but executed well. The rice had solid wok flavor, and the pork chop was tender with a satisfying crisp exterior. Made just right. Stir Fried French Beans with Minced Pork (4/5) Cooked thoroughly. The minced pork added depth and savory richness that made it more than just a vegetable side. It paired perfectly with everything else on the table and balanced out the meal. Overall, Paradise Dynasty feels like a place that blends playful presentation with solid execution. It's great for first-timers who want to experience soup dumplings beyond the classic version, but it's also comforting with other menu times leaving you satisfied. read more

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Walked in with a friend and our 2-year-old (no reservation) and asked for a high chair. The restaurant was more than half empty, yet it took the manager over 10 minutes to seat us -- and she was only assisting us. No one else was waiting, which made the delay even more confusing. As soon as we sat down, the waiter informed us we had "2 minutes" left for happy hour, which felt a bit rushed and unnecessary. We ordered a mix of happy hour and regular menu items, but the service overall wasn't very welcoming or helpful. As for the food -- very underwhelming. It honestly felt like a knockoff version of Din Tai Fung (and even that isn't exactly groundbreaking). We ordered: * Vegetable wontons in chili oil * Japanese cucumber with minced garlic * Stir-fried noodles with assorted vegetables (looked dark and borderline burnt -- and barely any vegetables) * Stir-fried green beans with minced pork * Stir-fried broccoli with minced garlic * Noodles with dan dan sauce Nothing stood out. Flavors were flat, presentation was unappealing, and overall it just felt very basic. Unfortunately, we didn't enjoy the food or the experience, and I won't be returning. As for the interior, they made it the very cheap and fast food version of din tai fung. read more

Paradise Dynasty - Chinese Near Me - Glendale, California

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We had such a great experience, and a huge part of that was thanks to our waiter, Hendry. From the moment we sat down, he was incredibly warm, attentive, and genuinely made us feel taken care of without ever being overbearing. What really stood out were his recommendations -- every single dish he suggested was amazing. You can tell he really knows the menu and takes pride in making sure guests have the best experience possible. It honestly elevated our entire meal. Hendry checked in at all the right times, made sure everything was perfect, and kept such a positive, welcoming energy throughout. Service like that makes all the difference. If you're dining here, definitely ask for Hendry -- he'll make your experience 10x better! read more

Paradise Dynasty - Chinese Near Me - Glendale, California

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Heard that Paradise Dynasty is now having 50% off happy hour on certain dishes so came to check it out. Unfortunately we were told the day we were there was Chinese new year so no discount :( It wasn't advertised in their social media so it was very disappointing. I guess the burden is on us to confirm... can't assume what day is considered a holiday for the restaurant... Since we were already there, we ordered the signature XLB, Dan Dan noodles and taro XLB. We really liked the chewiness for the noodles. The noodles are so thing but the texture is perfect. The sauce is slight spicy and very savory and tasty. We like XLB and couldn't help but compare it to Din Tai Fung's. The flavor is on par with DTF, but we found the wrapper tear much easier. The taro XLB is not too sweet and a nice ending to the afternoon snack. The decor is dark and sophisticated but at the same time it's relaxing. The server was courteous and attentive. read more

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Super cute place, easy to make a res, great drinks, and quick service. The only downside is parking since they don't validate. Signature and Szechuan XLB (5/5) No words, flavors explode in your mouth can't wait to go back!! Must get both of these! Prawn and Pork Wontons in Chili Oil (5/5) Flavorful, just wish they came with more! Save the sauce for the XLB Sweet and Sour Baby Pork Ribs (2/5) Not my favorite, the meat was very chewy would not order again. Green Beans w/ Minced Pork (5/5) Ugh still dreaming about these. Salted Egg Custard XLB (3/5) The first bite is great but the aftertaste hits you like a truck. Probably wouldn't order again, but if you're a big fan of egg you might like it. read more

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Our group came here Monday night and was promptly seated. Manager Emily and our server Kevin were very attentive and food came quickly. The food was amazing and we would definitely come back. read more

Paradise Dynasty - Chinese Near Me - Glendale, California

update: the service is just as kind as the first time around. the team is very professional and amazing! the table we were seated at this time was cleanly/not broken and the utensils/plates were clean this time. food: the original soup dumpling is still my favorite! the pork chop fried rice is golden. the pork chop is very crispy and tender. the rice is very flavorful. this is my first time trying the wontons. definitely interesting.. overall: the experience is much better this time and i appreciate the very attentive team members! read more

Paradise Dynasty - Chinese Near Me - Glendale, California

Tried Paradise Dynasty when they first opened last November and were so impressed that we came back again on Valentine's Day. We're loyal to DTF, but we had to give their competitor a try lol. Surprisingly, the flavors were just as good (if not better). I loooove how much more savory their dishes are compared to DTF. The rainbow XLB platter was fun to try, though not all flavors were hits. Favorites were the original, cheese, crab, and truffle. The BBQ pulled pork was too sweet, and the Szechuan and kimchi weren't for us. The pork chop fried rice is a standout. Very flavorful and the pork is super tender. Food also came out fast and piping hot, even faster than what we usually experience at DTF. Service was warm (shoutout to Michael!) despite the busy holiday crowd, and prices are comparable to DTF. Overall, it's a worthy competitor to DTF. If only they bagged my leftovers for me lol read more

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Ventured here for an early V-tine outing. I would imagine the Happy Hour is a great deal and would opt to come at those hours next time... I don't think reservations are required but I would definitely highly consider it, it looks quite busy... Very spacious, replacing the previous Din Tai Fung, so you can still see the kitchen and some dumplings in the works. Good service, taking orders like a usual dumpling house: a piece of paper with all the descriptives and you just have to mark which ones you want. Ok so for the food. We tried the: -Specialty Dynasty XLB: Fun, one XLB of each flavor, so if you can't decide I'd go for this one. Not only is it aesthetically cute, it's a good way to get a taste. That being said my faves were the OG and the garlic. I wouldn't get this XLB sampler again but now I know. -Poached veggie and kurobuta dumpling: Good but a little strong on the chive taste. Prob would get something different next time. -Steamed chilean seabass: I LOVE chilean seabass but it didn't really hold the flavor that I'm used to. Slightly cooked a bit much around the edges, not as buttery soft but the soya helped with the taste -Steamed Chicken: Was good, reminiscent of hainese chicken especially with the minced ginger and scallion oil sauce. Tasty way to eat a simple protein. -Stir fried Taiwanese cabbage: Good, crunchy, tasty! -Noodle with assorted green in chili oil: Might be top notch to some but this had that peppercorn numbing spice I did not expect and I did not enjoy it -Noodle with shredded pork and pickled mustard green in thick chicken broth: delicious but by this time I was full. I'd recommend getting their chicken broth it's another of their specialties. I'd come back and order differently but had a great time and enjoyed my plates! read more

Paradise Dynasty - Ape - Chinese Near Me - Glendale, California

There are def insta worthy shots to take here such as the specialty dynasty xiao long bao, 8 different flavors of xiao long bao ranging from original to cheese. The dessert panda is also an experience too. Usually they clear off all the plates and then bring out dessert but we ordered 2 orders of the panda buns for the kids so we told them it was ok we didn't need to clear our table. It's def on the pricy side but probably no more expensive than din tai fung. We did notice a sign for happy hour which includes 50% off xiao long baos, noodles, rice, and other items. That def seems more worth it. Taste is pretty good but come with a fat wallet (unless it's happy hour). Servers are very attentive except idk if someone was new but when we first sat down the table next to us got the wrong food and it turned out it was for the table behind them and they didn't make new dishes they just carried the dishes to that table. Then we had ordered and some dishes came out and we said "oh i dont think we ordered these" Turns out it was for the table that had originally got the wrong food, again they put it down and walked away and we had to flag someone down. But they also just removed from our table and gave it to the others (we didn't touch it but we could've easily have and they would've served it to the other table still). The speciality XLB are worth a try there are interesting ones like cheese. And the panda buns use real chocolate (and good quality chocolate). read more

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Paradise Dynasty is such a fun and delicious experience, especially if you're an xiao long bao lover. We ordered the colorful xiaolongbao sampler and it was easily the highlight of the meal. Each dumpling had its own distinct flavor and color, which made it feel like a tasting flight of soup dumplings. From rich crab roe and earthy truffle to surprisingly tasty cheese, savory BBQ pork, punchy kimchi, and numbing Szechuan, every one was unique but still balanced. The skins were delicate and the broth inside each dumpling was flavorful and well executed. The cold tofu was light and refreshing, a perfect contrast to the richer dishes. The pork wontons with chili sauce had a nice kick without being overwhelming, and the sauce added just the right amount of heat and depth. We also tried the sweet and sour chicken, which was nicely crispy with a great balance of tangy and sweet. The texture held up well and didn't feel overly heavy or sauced. Overall, a really enjoyable meal with creative takes on classic dishes. Great spot if you want something a little different but still comforting. Highly recommended. read more

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Came here for an office lunch, thinking this place would be a great alternative to Din Tai Fung. I was sadly mistaken. Paradise Dynasty doesn't have bad food, but for an average sized dish with average flavor, the prices are definitely not justified by the dishes. We had the rainbow dumplings, green bean, kung pao chicken, fried porkchop fried rice, pork buns and the rice cake stir fry. All of the dishes were small, like just enough for a party of 6 to get a taste of each dish. The service was good and the space is definitely beautiful but the food doesn't live up to the service and vibes. They also do not validate for parking, so definitely stop by somewhere that does if you are planning to dine here. TLDR: if there is a long wait at Din Tai Fung, this is not a bad alternative, but definitely don't decide between the two. They're close enough for you to make the better decision. read more

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I've been seeing photos of their colorful XLBs and had to stop by for dinner with friends. Reservation was easy to book on a Friday night. Here's what our table ordered: Japanese Cucumber with Minced Garlic Specialty Dynasty XLB (8 pcs) Garlic XLB (6 pcs) Noodle with Dan Dan Sauce (spicy sesame and peanut) Fried Pork Chop (appetizer) x 2 Stir Fried French String Bean with Minced Pork Signature Milk Tea, Black Signature Milk Tea, Green Alcohol Overall the flavor was mild. Of course we're going to compare to DTF and if I have to compare, I still prefer DTF over Paradise Dynasty. I liked Noodle with Dan Dan Sauce best out of all the things I've tried. I thought Signature Milk Tea, Green is going to be green milk tea but it was actually more of a matcha milk tea. This is a big location and can seat many customers, perhaps that is why the wait isn't too bad. You have to walk a bit from parking structure. Staffs are friendly. They also offer Happy Hour Monday to Friday from 2:30pm - 5pm. Be sure to read the fine print on this offer. read more

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