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    Soupy Dumpling & Fancy Cuppa Bubble Tea

    4.5 (131 reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Bubble Tea
    Open 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    Cleaned house (so tasty)
    Diala A.

    Absolutely banging soup dumplings! I came here for dinner after work last week and I cleaned house! The restaurant has plenty of seating with nice/calming vibe. I like that I can use the QR code to place my order without rush. The servers who brought the food though were very friendly! I got the cucumber appetizer, the soup dumpling sampler, plus a set of spicy pork dumplings - all were DELICIOUS! I like that they have a lot of boba options that aren't caffeinated like the kumquat lemonade that I tried! This spot is a 10-15 minute walk from work so I will definitely be making my way back there again!

    1. Spicy Wonton In Chili Oil 2. Sichuan Hot & Sour Noodles (Vegetarian)  3. Chicken Fried Rice 4. Chicken Soup Dumpling
    Tuba P.

    Really enjoyed our meal here! The chicken soup dumplings were the highlight because they were filled with so much flavorful soup. Sichuan Hot & Sour Noodles had a nice spicy kick and the chicken fried rice was definitely one of my favorites, The bok choy was cooked perfectly without being overdone, we also enjoyed the chicken chili wontons with chili oil. The service was great, and our server checked on us regularly. The ambience was nice too, but the funniest highlight was the little robot server rolling around the restaurant. It definitely made the experience more memorable.

    Mapo tofu noodles
    Jamie P.

    Better than you might expect from the outside - have been here a couple of times to get a quick bite to eat before a show, and have had great experience each time. Staff is friendly, the food arrives quickly, and the price is right for the area. There are several seating options, including larger tables in semi-enclosed alcoves. Dumplings are great - and at this price point you can sample several. Non-dumpling dishes are very generous. Spice level is quite mild.

    Lina L.

    We came more for the fancy Cuppa tea experience than the soupy dumpling side of things. We just wanted boba and a place to hang out before a play. Ordered the Oreo boba to share and it was genuinely delicious. Weirdly, it gave me an immediate throwback to Ithaca's Utea. Same exact cup, same little heart (oh, Ithaca lol). The drink itself was really well done: creamy, satisfying, and the Oreo added the perfect crunch and extra flavor without overpowering. Portions are huge for the price (there's only a large size), so it definitely feels like a bang for your buck.

    Cucumber salad and chicken dumpling with chili oil
    Rowan H.

    Found this place on a whim and decided to stop by for a quick lunch with a friend. Let me just say the food did not disappoint! We loveddddd everything but the soft tofu noodle dish took the trophy. The service was more self service. You come in, sit and order through the QR code. The food is brought to the table and when you're ready for the check the server will come by to close your tab. The prices are reasonable. The portion sizes are good. You'll be glad you came and excited to go back to try more!

    Mango Passion Fruit tea
    John B.

    DC is not known for its Chinese place, but this place is actually Chinese, from the kitschy atmosphere, the slightly odd and tech-heavy service model, and the cuisine. I was sent to a table to order by myself with a QR code, and I sought a fruit tea with jellies which was delicious, as well as their offering of ma po tofu over noodles. The vegetarian/vegan options are a minority of the menu, and in particular I would have liked to see some dumplings without egg, but it's enough variety to be worthwhile for me. My noodles arrived with some al dente bok choy, with tofu in a preparation that delivers the astringency a proper rendition of the dish should, along with delightfully springy noodles. When it was time to check out, it was abundantly clear that the staff I interacted with at least were actual Mandarin speakers. The overall food scene in DC still needs more varied and regional Chinese cuisine, but given that the old ma po tofu place that graced this neighborhood is gone, I'm glad someone has picked up the torch.

    Shrimp Fried Rice
    Alyanna M.

    To be honest I had low expectations with this place because of the name, but don't let the name fool you. The food is pretty good. We tried the shrimp fried rice, the clear broth beef noodle soup, & truffle & pork soup dumplings. The fried rice & dumplings were pretty good. The beef in the soup was pretty good, but I would've preferred a different type of noodle. Overall, a nice place if you want dumplings. Just keep in mind, it's street parking only.

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    Jon T.

    If you are wanting to check out a nice place with the option to get Soup Dumplings and Bubble Tea, this place is for you! Inside consists of a vast amount of tables and booths to sit from where they all have a table sign with a QR code to start your order. Alternatively, if you just want bubble tea or soup, you can order at the counter or at the touch screen. I ordered Honey Green Tea with 50% sugar with crystal jelly (boba when you place the order ) and thought it was a nice refreshing drink to sip as you wait for your order. It was quick, I was able to get my drink within minutes of ordering with out any issues. I also ordered The Lucky Six Soup Dumplings. While they are in different colors, each Soup Dumplings contains different ingredients where one is pork, one is pork/shrimp, one is chicken, one is truffle, one is scallop, and one is crab meat. I had the pleasure of trying each of them out with a side of soy sauce and vinegar. Can't forget about the ginger too! I really enjoyed this but I do not think I'd get it again. The experience of trying each and every soup dumpling felt more like a one off thing on a bucket list. I would come back here the next time I'm in the area. I have so much more food to sample!

    Spicy fries, pork dumplings in chili oil, mixed soup dumplings and spicy soup dumplings
    Lee W.

    I am a sucker for dim sum and love it when I can get dumplings at a restaurant serving dinner. I got very excited at the prospect of this place in DC. It did not disappoint. Great use of robot technology for table deliveries. Online electronic ordering both added to the experience. Food came as ordered and was dispatched quickly. The spicy fries perfectly seasoned and cooked and the chili wontons were perfect. I had to pace myself so as to save room for the main object of my desire..... The dumplings. They arrived in steam baskets and were intact. I took time to savor each one deriving the flavor notes of each. I was pleased with my choice. The restaurant has a very contemporary but simple vibe and the staff were super friendly and attentive. Overall this is worth my 5 star rating

    Taro Latte
    Pilar C.

    We absolutely love the bubble tea here! On this occasion we got the Taro Latte, the Coconut Smoothie, a Thai Milk tea and an Oreo Black Milk tea, as well as some pan fried pork buns. The drinks were spectacular! Kids gave each of their drinks a 5/5. Having tried all of them, I'd say the best were the Thai Milk Tea and the coconut smoothie. The taro is more on the sweet side, so I recommend asking for it a little less sweet, since it's easy to ask for more sweetener if you feel it needs more. The cups are so cute too, definitely reusable! The staff are really friendly and they even have one of those robots that take your drinks to your table. The restaurant itself is really cute, super clean and the bathrooms impecable! Definitely a great place overall!

    Spicy and 3. Sichuan Hot & Sour Noodles (Vegetarian)
    Divya J.

    The flavors were quite good and I liked the addition of crunchy soya beans. But quite oily. The food was good, but nothing exceptional. The bokchoy tasted very strange. Good ambience and quick service.

    Soup dumplings, baos, and pot stickers

    So delicious. We enjoyed the pork soup dumplings, chicken soup dumplings, crab and pork soup dumplings, steamed bao, potstickers, fried rice, and boba drinks all around. The flavors were bursting in every dish. The restaurant has a lot of background noise so it was a bit hard to hear but the quality of the food made up for the noise.

    Golden Soup Chicken Wonton
    Dionna A.

    Superb. The food is very flavorful & great prices! The service is literally awesome and quick! I will be coming again & again lol Very beautiful inside as well! You can come in and sit anywhere if dinning in. Very clean and easy to find in the city!

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