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    Soup Dumpling Plus

    4.4 (1.6k reviews)
    ModerateShanghainese
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    What used to be Chicken with Peanuts
    Dan T.

    Is it possible/likely I have anything to say that hasn't been said? Nope. But still here to pile on. Soup Dumpling Plus is a gem. Great food served at mind-numbing speed in cozy surroundings. Food highlights? Everything- but a brief rundown: Chicken with Peanuts - life changing Scallion Pancake - don't sleep on this one Pan Fried Pork Dumpling - this is why you come here! Steamed Pork Soup Dumpling - this is why you come back!! Hot and Sour Soup - best version of this I've ever had Veggie Fried Rice - fantastic Sesame Chicken - need something to-go I've come here at lunch time a few times. Sometimes you have to wait. Sometimes you'll be seating right away. (I've heard dinner and on weekends your best bet is to come early or late). The service is fast and attentive. This is an easy 5/5 for me.

    Marta T.

    I wish I took pictures of everything we had. Get the soup dumplings. Service is quick and swift. Nothing fancy but delicious and we will definitely we back.

    Clarisa P.

    I've moved away, but I love coming here in groups. Because everything is shareable, we tend to over order, but we quickly realize that we always have room for more. Soup Dumpling Plus truly reminds me of home and I'm happy to be able to come back to it.

    Beef pan fried noodles, lo mein, pork w scallion, 2 soup dumpling and spring rolls
    James C.

    Soup dumplings always solid 5/5 Spring rolls basic 3/5 Shrimp lo mein good 4/5 Beef pan fried noodles soupy & bland 1/5 Pork w scallions ok 3/5 I don't know, overall it was OK nothing memorable. still the place is always packed so they must be doing something right

    Jane C.

    Finding the restaurant is a bit like a treasure hunt. Outdoor signage is limited, and there's no access door directly from the outside. Instead, you have to come inside a larger complex and turn right into two dark hallways before the space opens up to this nearly hidden restaurant space. Inside, the tables are fairly packed in, so when my husband and I came at peak lunch time on a Saturday, nearly every table was occupied with customers. When the space is full, the energy is lively without feeling frenetic. That's largely thanks to the efficiency of the servers here. Unlike most other restaurants, there isn't any one server assigned to a table, so there was always someone around to help if ever we needed something. It also seemed like someone came by with jugs of hot tea and ice water every five minutes, topping off our glasses as soon as we had a few sips. Plates are brought as soon as they're ready, which helps keep the food fresh and - depending on what you've ordered - the meal into more of a course-like affair. Our soup dumplings with pork were the first and fastest to arrive at our table, clocking in at a mere seven minute wait. Since the name strongly hints at their expertise, it's impossible not to order at least a basket. In fact, when you first sit down, they'll place small plates of ginger shreds as matter-of-factly as they put down water glasses because the presumption is that any one dining here is likely to have soup dumplings. I've had xiao long bao at quite a few spots across the city and Queens, and I found these to be excellent. The dumpling skin was on the thinner side without being so thin that the wrappers burst to soup spillage. There wasn't as much soup inside, but the taste was amazing. We loved the soup dumplings, but we might've liked the beef with string beans even better. The string beans were perfectly cooked with a generous amount of tender beef pieces. This was a conversation-halting entree for us as we both silently fought for last pieces. Our pan fried noodles came last, and I've typically found that this dish takes a little longer in most soup dumpling spots. A layer of crispy, deep-fried noodles are placed under a scalding meat sauce, so that it gently 'cooks' and softens at your table. This was a lighter sauce - both in flavor and in the amount of meat. We ordered one with chicken sauce and felt hard pressed to find the meat. That said, the overall dish was delicious and I loved the contrast of crunchy noodles with the hot, silky sauce. This was our first visit after several friends claimed it as one of their top spots for soup dumplings. Having visited, I can definitely see why. Street parking in the area is limited, but there are a few spots right outside. There are also two adjoining underground complexes with a few free spots in each.

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    Richard M.

    Yes, I will definitely travel to Fort Lee again to eat here. There is a small parking garage that does not fit an SUV with a roof rack. We only waited 5 min on a Sunday at 1pm. By the time we finished there were 15 people outside waiting for a table. My kids might rank this as their favorite restaurant given the fast service. Before they could complain where the food was (usually starts 5 min after ordering), it was being brought out. I don't usually get udon but it was a great choice. Everyone was pleased with the food.

    Suzette S.

    Celebrating our family! Our children are engaged! Got to meet our new family! From out of state!! Delicious food! Great company! Don't accept reservations. Street parking or parking lot available! Feed the meters!

    80.Yeung Chow Fri Rice 10.Steam Pork SoupDumpling
    Tatiana T.

    Came to Soup Dumpling Plus and left seriously impressed. The place is clean, authentic, and the staff is so attentive--the kind of service that makes you want to come back just because they're kind. I ordered the fried rice with everything (all the meats) and the pork soup dumplings. The dumplings were 6 pieces, well-stuffed, and really hit the spot. The fried rice portion was HUGE--two people can easily share it, and I still had leftovers to take home. They also kept offering free tea, and I was able to enjoy plenty of ginger tea, which I loved. Total bill was about $22, which is honestly a steal for the area considering the portion sizes and quality. Also appreciated that street parking is free after 6pm. Highly recommend if you want comforting, authentic soup dumplings and great service.

    63.Rice Cake with Blue Crab
    Peter M.

    Good casual eatery serving soup dumplings and rice and noodle dishes. Relatively straightforward dishes but generally good. Yes, get the soup dumplings!

    Ariel S.

    The soup dumplings here really hit the spot! The plaza has free parking, which is a nice bonus. Service was very quick. We were handed menus and an ordering sheet as soon as we walked in so we could mark down what we wanted. The food came out in under 10 minutes. I ordered the pork soup dumplings, crab and pork soup dumplings, pan fried dumplings, and scallion pancake. The crab and pork soup dumplings were my favorite because they had the most flavor. I highly recommend trying them! The restaurant was clean, and the staff was attentive with water refills and keeping the table sauces stocked. I would love to come back and try more items on the menu. If you are craving an affordable and delicious dumpling meal, this is the place to go!

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    Rina H.

    Located in Fort Lee, New Jersey, this restaurant is located inside a building that has other restaurants and businesses. Parking is available through the garage, which is located on the bottom floor or through street parking. We got really lucky because we came during the weekend and was able to find parking upon entering the garage. Thankfully, we got seated right away despite it being the weekend. After getting seated, menus were provided along with a paper and pencil to indicate which items we wanted to order. There was a little hiccup with an order we placed, which was the Beef with String Beans, but the staff took care of it right away. The soup dumplings' skin had the right amount of thickness and did't rip as easily when it was lifted from the basket. Everything tasted delicious and there were no complaints. If I'm in the area, I would probably come here again if I'm craving soup dumplings.

    Crab and Pork Soup Dumpling
    Rainey C.

    We always order to-go here but this was the first time I sat down to eat here. The food is super fresh and the soup dumplings are so so good! The best I've had in a long time. We ordered the Crab Meat with Tofu and I personally wouldn't order it again because I wasn't a fan of the thick sauce but the portion was very generous. Highly rec the Beef with Chili Pepper if you like spice, the peppers are insaneee

    #12. Pan Fried Pork Buns
    Natalie T.

    So glad a local spot is getting the recognition it deserves!! We came on a weekday afternoon to avoid the weekend rush since there's usually a long wait then. Service was great, food was delicious as always. The soup dumplings - both pork and crab - are so delicious and flavorful. The pan fried buns are also perfectly juicy and pair great with the scallion pancake. Cucumber salad was good, maybe I'd have added a little chili crunch but very tasty still. A must try spot for good Chinese dim sum!

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    Food very exceptional, service as well and also reasonably priced. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. 10/10.

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    Ordered pork fried rice.. Moslty peas.. Very very little pork. Food overall wasn't terrible but left ALOT to be desired.

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    Ask the Community - Soup Dumpling Plus

    Is it still BYOB?

    I think so. Last time I went there was still no wine or beer sold.

    Is there outdoor dining?

    No, indoor dining only.

    What are the hours that this restaurant is open?

    Girl! Look at the hours listed right next to the map!

    Is this restaurant byob?

    Yes it is

    Do I have to sit at a communal table?

    Private tables, no communal tables.

    Is it BYOB?

    Yes

    Does it get super crowded at lunch Saturday's? I have a big crowd and hear they don't take rezzies

    Yes

    Should I reserve a reservation?

    They don't take reservations.

    Good for brunch?

    Yes, sure!

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