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4.3 (59 reviews)
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Bao bun with fried chicken - so good with the pickle and sauce!!
Sarah A.

I come here regularly with my husband when we are craving Asian cuisine because it's conveniently located near us. The decor here is nice and there are plenty of spacious tables for groups. Ordering is done at the front and food is then brought to your table, much like other fast casual establishments. We tend to order the pan seared dumplings which satisfy our craving for flavorful filling, but can be overpowered by the taste of the frying oil. I LOVE soup dumplings and they aren't the easiest to find in Nashville compared to our previous home base in Oakland, CA. But Steam Boys scratches the itch.... Every. Single. Time. Other favorite menu items include the noodle soup and the fluffy steamed bao bun with crispy chicken, pickle and spicy sauce. By no means is this chain reminiscent of a "locally owned" restaurant, but it is a staple when I need a quick, warm dinner that I can't make taste as good at home on a weeknight.

Boiled veggie dumplings

Great dumplings, terrible service! The dumplings themselves were absolutely delicious perfectly soft, chewy, and juicy. Unfortunately, the cashier's unprofessional attitude ruined the experience. She argued with me when I asked her to turn down the loud music so I could hear, and then got defensive about ticket procedures, claiming she was "kind of" the manager. The hostile energy made me uncomfortable about my food's safety. Save yourself the headache and go to a different location for better service.

Heather Rene A.

Went here after thrifting our way up and down Nolensville Pike. Me and my friend got a bunch of things to try. Steamed Pork bun, Steamed Beef fun, Soup Dumplings, Shredded Beef Rice Bowl, and Five Spice Chicken Rice bowl. Everything was good. I favored the rice bowls. It was way too much food for 2 people, but we enjoyed ourselves in restaurant and took home leftovers. They were out of most of their soup dishes which was a bummer... but I guess it's a reason to go back!?

Shredded Beef Rice Bowl
Monica K.

Steam Boys had a pop up at my job through Fooda. The staff were amazing with explaining each dish and even recommending their favorites. I decided on the shredded beef bowl and I'm so happy I did. The beef was sliced thin, but oh so filling. The rice was cooked perfectly. The added green onions and fried egg on top elevated the dish. I had this bowl for lunch and still didn't have room for dinner later. Great meal especially for the price.

BBQ Shrimp Rice Bowl
John X.

Clean, great food, great service! Was a frequent at the Germantown location, so glad we found out about this location. Highly recommend

Crispy Tofu and Veggies  蔬菜饭
Amy W.

Had a seamless takeout experience at Steam Boys. Very spacious interior with plenty of seating. Was not very busy during weekday lunch and pickup was quick.

The 5 spice popcorn chicken rice bowl and the house dumplings Pan-Seared Hot Dumpling Bowl 辣煎饺
Nikki W.

Very clean restaurant. Friendly staff and lots of drink options The menu is small but packs a ton of flavor in those little dumplings and the rice bowl was delicious We will be back again soon

Sliced Shredded Beef Rice Bowl 牛肉饭
Kristen Z.

I ordered the sliced beef rice bowl and WOW. It is so so good! The fried egg on top is a great addition. I ordered it to-go and saw they gave me a soy sauce packet. Trust me, you don't need it! The beef and juices give the whole dish plenty of flavor that the soy sauce is just not necessary! (But if you do enjoy your soy sauce then by all means, go for it ;) ) I also ordered a Thai boba tea and it was a wonderful treat. I'm just sad that I moved away from the neighborhood before knowing they were here. But they are on DoorDash! So I will definitely be hitting them up on there.

Beef Noodle Soup 牛肉面
Brenda A.

The lunch combo is a must here! Plenty of food and delicious dumplings all for a fair price! This location has free parking, cute decor, and nice staff. I recommend stopping by!

Erin J.

If you're looking for some comfort food on a cold night, go to Steam Boys and get the noodle soup! Watch out, the mild is pretty spicy, and I like spice! I always get the beef which has consistently been tender and tasty. This time I also got the spiral cucumber which was really tasty. It might be my favorite thing on the menu, but I love a good cucumber. The staff is always kind. One thing of note. The door takes a minute to close and if it is cold, the air gets in and so it tends to be chilly. Don't sit by the door!

Crispy Chicken Gua Bao 鸡排刈包
Dave C.

First time trying Steam Boys and I'm already a fan! We ordered a little bit of everything -- pan-seared pork & shrimp dumplings, spicy dumplings, pork soup dumplings, cucumber salad, and the crispy chicken bao bun. The pan-seared dumplings were crispy on the bottom and packed with flavor, and the spicy dumplings had the perfect kick without being too much. The soup dumplings were warm, juicy, and comforting (highly recommend). The cucumber salad was super refreshing and balanced everything out. My favorite had to be the crispy chicken bao bun -- fluffy, soft bun with crunchy, flavorful chicken inside. Food came out fast, service was friendly, and everything tasted fresh. If you're a dumpling lover, this spot is a must-try!

Food Menu and Boba Menu
Laura P.

Happy they are open during this snowstorm and cold times because soup dumplings warm you up perfectly! This restaurant is very inviting and has delicious food and many options. Also love the music they play!

Annilet G.

I absolutely love coming to steam boys. I've ordered about half of the items on the menu by now, and I can confidently say that I've enjoyed everything. My favorite that I always come back for is the beef noodle soup. Highly recommend.

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Best soup dumplings in the city. I've had them at all 3 locations. Parking at this location is by far the best though!

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Had a great experience at Steam Boys! Great staff! Food and Bobi tea look amazing! I will definitely be back!

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Clean restaurant and great food. Staff was helpful and the service was fast, and food was priced well.

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The drink was so great first time here and the staff was friendly. Definitely coming back soon!

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Great restaurant! Great staff!! Love the restaurant! Will definitely come here again! It was great during the winter storm!

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Meet Noodles - Vegetable Noodles/蔬菜面 Pork Chops Noodles/八戒猪排面

Meet Noodles

4.1(435 reviews)
5.7 mi•Hillsboro West End
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My friend and I went here on a whim before seeing Mirador at the Belcourt theater. We wanted…read morenoodles, and figured this was going to be just another noodle bar but to our surprise, it was an authentic Chinese restaurant. Nobody was inside, it was just the two of us. Very quiet. The owners spoke little English, but the food was amazing! I highly recommend going.

The daughter was eager to bring me to Meet Noodles. She was so happy to have found a place that…read moreserved Chong Qing Broth and Sliced Noodles which she missed from her undergraduate years in Hawaii. It was an interesting restaurant as we walked in. The decor didn't come across as Chinese. I'm glad my daughter was familiar with the place because I would not have known to go to the back counter to order. I tried asking a couple things about the menu but could not understand the worker that well. It seemed that he couldn't understand me either because he initially put in the wrong orders -- my daughter caught it before we paid. Very reasonable prices. I ordered the Roast Duck Noodles with the Marinated Egg added. My daughter got her usual "Build a Bowl" of Chong Qing Broth, Sliced Noodles, Steak and Fried Egg. I thought I had ordered a Shrimp Wonton appetizer, but a bowl of soup arrived. After asking the worker about it, he just kept saying it was soup (I know), so I just left that alone. Overall quite delicious -- very authentic Chinese flavors. Excellent house made noodles. The depth of flavor in the broths was fantastic. The proteins were seasoned nicely and cooked well. The bok choy in my soup still had a nice bite. The fried egg was crispy on the edges and perfectly runny in the middle. Unfortunately, I found the marinated egg too salty. Service was minimal -- after ordering, the food comes out and that's it. If you need something, you have to get up to ask. No one checks in. The area wasn't busy when we arrived, so parking was very easy right in front. I'm told it does get tough during peak times. I would definitely return for the food, not the service.

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Meet Noodles - The interior!

The interior!

Meet Noodles - Build a Bowl - Chong Qing Broth + Sliced Noodles + Steak + Fried Egg

Build a Bowl - Chong Qing Broth + Sliced Noodles + Steak + Fried Egg

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Dumpling House - Pork Soup Dumpling (xiaolongbao); didn't have soup, notice not fully steamed

Dumpling House

4.2(176 reviews)
5.7 mi•Hillsboro West End
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Bright welcoming dining area with outdoor seating as well. Bright and easy to read menus. Staff was…read moreamazing, knowledgeable and very accommodating. We ordered chicken and mushroom dumplings, hot and sour soup, and some boba teas. If you visit Dumpling House, you absolutely have to order the chicken and mushroom dumplings! They are hands-down the star of the menu. The dumpling skins are rolled perfectly thin with just the right amount of chew. Inside, the filling is incredibly flavorful and savory--the earthy richness of the mushrooms blends beautifully with the tender, juicy chicken. Every single bite is packed with delicious, piping-hot broth. You can tell they use high-quality, fresh ingredients instead of just heavy seasoning. The dipping sauce complements them perfectly, too.The service was fast, the staff was welcoming, and the entire dining experience was wonderful. I am already looking forward to my next visit!

Dumplings were pretty good! I think I will do the pan seared next time. I wish they told me you…read morehave to ask for dumpling sauce when you order in because I would have wanted that too. I didn't know until after that the had it. I really enjoyed my milk tea. It was delicious. Food was brought to the table after you order and the place is really cute. My friends love the spot. I like all the different tea and dumplings they have. I'll be back again to try the pan seared with dumpling sauce.

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Dumpling House - Outside sitting under the porch

Outside sitting under the porch

Dumpling House - The Dumpling Artisan at work

The Dumpling Artisan at work

Dumpling House - Outdoor Seating

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The Smiling Elephant - Larb Lettuce Wraps: minced chicken tossed with fresh cilantro, chili peppers, onions and lime juice. Served with lettuce and jasmine rice.

The Smiling Elephant

4.1(779 reviews)
4.4 mi•Historic Waverly
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A classic local Nashville thai spot with the coziest interior and great parking! It's no wonder why…read moresmiling elephant has withstood the test of time, and the test of 8th ave's growth. I'd definitely recommend dining in - we went in on a rainy Thursday around 6 and it was already packed, but a table for two opened within about five minutes. Service is great and food hits the table quickly. We started with the fresh rolls, chicken and cabbage dumplings, and the tom kha. We added a side of peanut sauce, which was a game changer for the fresh rolls. The tom kha was a little tart for my taste, but was loaded with veggies that were cooked perfectly. The dumplings were super tender, and the fresh rolls are my favorite in town! For entrees, we got the pad thai and pad see-ew with rice noodles. Both absolutely delish, and we loved how the pad see-ew was prepared simply and traditionally with Chinese broccoli. Those portions are not to be reckoned with... we ended up taking two boxes full of noodles home! Their sticky rice with mango was our favorite bite of the night. The rice was the PERFECT texture, in a not-too-sweet sauce, topped with toasted coconut, and the juiciest, sweetest mango. What a treat.

I was really looking forward to trying out this spot, but left (very quickly) unimpressed…read more This restaurant is super cute and cozy with two small dining areas, so I was expecting welcoming service once we were sat. I ordered their tom kha soup as an appetizer. The broth was good, but the vegetables in it were not cooked at all. It felt like eating a crunchy salad in your soup. Only a minute after ordering the soup we were asked to go ahead and order our main dishes. My pad thai was good, but there was nothing particularly special about it. I had just started eating my food when the server asked us if we wanted to-go boxes and how we were splitting the check. I looked at my phone, and it had only been 30 minutes since we had sat down that we were handed the check. I would have tried their dessert if I hadn't felt rushed out the door. Also, the restaurant wasn't busy/didn't have a wait on tables, so I'm not sure why they rushed us out.

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The Smiling Elephant - Dining Room

Dining Room

The Smiling Elephant - Karee Curry

Karee Curry

The Smiling Elephant - Steamed Veggie Dumplings w/ ginger sauce

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Steamed Veggie Dumplings w/ ginger sauce

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