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    Yang Kee Dumpling

    4.5 (766 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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    JP P.

    Hello taste buds, welcome to your new obsession. Stumbled into Yang Kee Dumpling and WOW... unnecessary how good it is. I dropped a chopstick thinking I could recover quietly and suddenly... fresh set appears out of nowhere. No eye contact, no hesitation. Just dumpling ninjas handling business. Everything is customizable which I love, and the veggie options? LOTSSSS. Not just filler either, actually delicious. Tried a few things I'd never had before and now I'm questioning my entire ordering history. Service on point, food hits, zero complaints. Yeah I'll be back.

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    Adam G.

    We ended up going here on July 10th around 6:00 p.m. we got there a little early to put our names on the wait list and it was a good thing because after we had put our name down at least another four groups of two to three showed up. And I will say it was for good reason that they showed up. Every single item that we had the salt and pork spare ribs, the shrimp soup dumplings, the traditional soup dumplings, the green beans with garlic sauce, the wontons and chili oil and sauce, and my Thai milk tea. Every single item was just fresh number one and two the flavors were so like bursting in your mouth but they all complimented each other. We ordered a lot of food and each time I tried something it still tasted as good even when it started to cool down a little bit. I will say my favorite item though, because I do like a little bit more spice but I would like things to be flavorful as well, was The wonton with the chili oil and sauce. The feeling was just the perfect amount when you took a bite you got a little bit of the meat portion but the sauce because it was covering it so nicely with a little bit of the crunch it just was a great mix of textures and flavors and the chili oil itself wasn't spicy it was just flavorful it had spices. I will say the group of three eight pretty much everything except maybe one spare rib. We almost had to roll ourselves out of there but it was so worth it and I would highly recommend checking this place out but word of caution do not go if you are hungry because again this place is popular and you might have to wait so make sure you have a good amount of time and that you're allowing yourself to really enjoy the space and try out all the deliciousness.

    Darci K.

    We were invited to an event in Davis, and decided to have a light bite to eat because we knew it was going to be a long evening. Yang Kee in Roseville is a favorite, so we naturally wanted to enjoy the food at the Davis location. The service was close to nonexistent. Once we were seated, and given menus, it's obvious that the offerings at the Roseville location are far more extensive than they are at the Davis location. We decided to order the BBQ pork buns because it's always a go to for us, and we figured we'd peruse the menu while we were enjoying the buns. The buns arrived at the table, and they were immediately visibly noticeably different, but it wasn't until we tried them that we noticed that there's also a huge taste differential. There was very little filling compared to what we're used to. It was mostly bun, more than anything else. When the buns were placed on the table, there was no contact with us/the table to find out how we we're doing, about the food, etc. Very much felt like a churn and burn moment. Based on the lack of Customer Service, and poor food quality, we opted to not waste any more time or money, and we would find another place to dine at. Thankfully, we are closer to the Roseville location and will still continue to enjoy the food there. We definitely will not be back to this location

    Eva W.

    This is our first time here. We came here with some friends and it was recommended for us to try. Our friends weren't wrong. This place was pretty good. We shared Xiao Long Bao- pork soup dumplings, wonton chili oil and salt and pepper pork. Everything was very good. I especially liked the salt and pepper pork. The pork was moist and not greasy. There was a nice crispy when you took a bite. The soup dumplings were made very well. A lot of soup in the dumplings and the skin was thin and tasted very fresh. Fully of flavor. I thought it was better than a lot of the other soup dumplings I've had before. We had good food and good company. Good times!

    Yang Kee Pork Soup Dumpling 杨记小笼包
    Meng Y.

    Yang Kee dumpling is located in the Safeway shopping center. There are other businesses in the same shopping center. There's plenty of parking. If there's no parking in front of Yang Kee you could park in the Safeway lot which is right next to the restaurant. I came with 2 other people on a Friday evening around 630pm. It was busy and bustling! We ended up waiting maybe 45 minutes for a table. There was nowhere to wait in the restaurant, but there were a couple of chairs. It was very hot outside so we didn't feel like waiting outside. Here's a tip! They have a Yelp check-in waitlist so if you have the Yelp app you can check in before you get to the restaurant. If I go here again, then I will check in from the Yelp app while I'm traveling there. The restaurant felt warm for a hot day outside. The AC was not on high enough. They also had a big fan going but it was still warm. The ambiance is casual. They don't have a large extensive menu, but after eating the food you can tell they place an emphasis on the quality of each dish. From the server, we learned that they have locations in Elk Grove and Roseville. You cannot eat in the Elk Grove restaurant and it is to go orders only. The server informed us that the Elk Grove menu is more extensive than the Davis one. Yang Kee dumpling is mainly known for their soup dumplings. They do have other Chinese dishes as well. We ordered the Yang Keep soup dumpling sampler which included two crab, two black truffle, two pork, and two shrimp loofah dumping flavors, the pan fried pork dumplings, seasonal vegetable dish, salt and pepper spare ribs, and pineapple buns. Even though it was busy and crowded right shortly after we ordered the food the food came out quickly in about 10 to 15 minutes! I tried the crab, black truffle, and shrimp, loofah dumplings. There was a lot of soup in the soup dumplings. The pan fried dumplings were also good but the exterior is a little bit hard to eat since it's tough. Also, when I bit into the exterior it seemed like the soup was hot to eat and I had to wait for it to cool. The soup dumplings were easier to eat and weren't as hot since the dough is thinner. My favorite was the black truffle and shrimp loofah. The black truffle had a very strong flavor of mushroom and had a unami taste. The shrimp loofah had big pieces of shrimp in it. There are two dipping sauces spicy chili and black vinegar/soy sauce for the dumplings. The seasonal vegetable dish came with broccoli, carrots, zucchini, and green beans. My friend did not want the carrot so we excluded the carrots from the dish. Usually it is garlic flavored but they said that we could add black bean sauce or make it spicy. We chose to add the black bean sauce. The dish still had an overall strong garlic flavor with a little bit of black bean sauce. I feel like there could've been more black bean sauce. The vegetables were very fresh. It was a simple dish and not strong in flavor but was delicious! The pork spareribs were fried and had a very crispy exterior and the pork was not dry and moist. There were onion and jalapeño toppings which added a lot of flavor to the pork. We finished all the dishes between the three of us. We also ordered the pineapple buns and they said they could bring it out at the end. The waitress said that we should order the pineapple buns when she was taking our order because sometimes they run out by the time people decide if they want to order since it was already the evening. An order comes with three buns. I love pineapple buns and they're my favorite at Asian bakeries and when I bit into it l there were small pieces of pineapple inside which was a surprise. The bun was very soft and melted in your mouth. Overall, the food is delicious and great quality and not overly salty with lots of flavor. Service was okay since it was very busy and it was warm inside and the AC wasn't cold enough but the excellent food made up for it! I will definitely come back and want to try the Elk Grove and Roseville locations. I looked at the menu for the Roseville location and the menu is larger than the Davis location.

    What it looked like when I arrived to pick up my takeout (ordered online):  bright and full.
    Annie T.

    I chose Yang Kee based on the stellar reviews, and when I arrived, I was pleased to see the place was busy at 8pm on a weekday considering it closed at 9pm. I ordered 2 simple items for takeout, which they said would be ready around 8:20pm. On my way over, I received a call from the restaurant that they didn't have the noodle for the noodle dish I ordered, so I gave them the green light to substitute for a different rice noodle. The pickup time was now 8:35. When I arrived, it was bright out, the restaurant was loud, and the waiting area was standing room only. I ended up waiting so long that the sun set, the waiting area emptied, half the dining tables cleared, the NBA game ended, the kitchen closed, and staff started cleaning! The front desk person seemed concerned that my order wasn't ready so she checked on my order a couple times. She assured me the noodles were done and it was only the egg tarts that we were waiting for. (Maybe the hens were still hatching the eggs?!!) Considering I ordered online and even waited before driving over, it was ridiculous to still wait an hour for 2 items. I even watched people come in to get seated, order and eat during my time there. I was about to cancel my order to get a refund -- and forego eating dinner altogether because waiting so long there had made me lose my appetite. It seemed obvious there was a mess up somewhere because it was only my order that was not ready. But then someone brought out my bag. The food was honestly just okay. The egg tarts were a 7/10 and dry chow fun was a 4/10. The experience was a 0/10. I can't recommend it. It could've been a fluke experience but the manager could have handled it better. My order should have been comped for taking ONE HOUR longer than it was supposed to be ready.

    Carla D.

    I was recommended by a local to try Yang Kee Dumpling because I had a hankering for some traditional/authentic Chinese food. Yang Kee Dumpling is located in a small strip mall, equipped with plenty of parking, and EV chargers. When arrived it wasn't too busy, and the hostess showed me to my table. In front of my table was where the staff was making dumplings (they were behind glass). After looking at the menu, I opted to get some traditional soup dumplings, bbq pork fried rice, and pineapple bao buns for dessert. My server was Bing and she was nice and efficient. She came back to check on me a few times throughout my dining experience. My fried rice came out first. It was a LARGE serving of fried rice, it of course had eggs, carrots, peas, and BBQ pork. It was flavorful. Next came out the soup dumplings. They were brought out in a steamer basket with a top to keep them warm. These were amazing. The light and delicate dough, mixed with the savory pork filling, and the salty broth was perfection. Next came out my pineapple bao buns. To be honest, I wasn't sure how I was going to like them. To my surprise these may have been the star of the show. The dough was light and sweet, the top was carmelized and sweet, and the custard inside reminded me of a Dole Whip from disney (exept it wasn't cold, it was warm). These were pretty large and I'm semi embarrassed to admint I had 2 3/4 bao buns myself. Go here. It's delicious.

    Yang Kee Pork Soup Dumpling 杨记小笼包
    Young D.

    We stopped by Yang Kee Dumpling and had a great experience. Parking was easy with plenty of spaces in the Safeway strip mall, which is always a plus. We order the salt and pepper spare ribs they were crispy, perfectly seasoned, and packed with flavor. We also ordered the pork soup dumplings, and they definitely delicious! They were juicy, flavorful, and a must try if it's your first visit. I also enjoyed the HK Honey Lemonade drink very refreshing. The HK Milk Tea was ok but had a cute ice cube shaped of a cow holding a dumpling. We'll definitely be back to try more of the menu!

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    Austin H.

    We've had Yang Kee dumplings in Roseville and wanted to try the original restaurant. The interior is smaller than the Roseville location, but still nice and roomy. Also has the glass window near the kitchen where you can watch workers fold dumplings. We got the classic xiaolongbao, wonton chili oil, and salt and pepper pork. All super delicious and similar in quality to the location in Roseville. I haven't had the wonton chili oil before and although my favorite is usually the salt and pepper pork, my favorite that day was the wonton chili oil. So flavorful and juicy! I will say the location at Roseville has a special menu where you can get specialty sweet baos. So if you're looking for that, the Davis location either does not have it, it is seasonal, or they forgot to give us that menu

    Pan fried pork buns
    Jade H.

    Had such a great experience here with my sister! The restaurant has a really nice, cozy atmosphere, and everything we ordered was delicious. Our server Calvin was fast and very helpful. The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The noodles and beef were especially good, and the pan fried buns were absolutely delicious. Everything tasted authentic and satisfying, and the portions were generous. It was a great place to enjoy a meal and spend time with my sister. We'll definitely be coming back next time we're in Davis! Highly recommend!

    Wasabi Beef Puff 芥末牛肉酥
    Ester L.

    Probably the best quality you can get for Chinese food here. It's like novel but higher end but still super affordable. Prices were on the lower end of $20-30 if you get just enough per person + dessert (pineapple bun). I split 8 pork xiaolongbao, 6 shengjianbao/pan fried pork dumplings, 3 beef wasabi pastries, and a seafood sauté which was just the right amount of food for 3 people, and we added pineapple bun on top of that for a total of $78 before tax. I don't think anything was ridiculously good, but everything was very satisfying. service was quick and respectful. I thought it was weird they walked around promoting their pineapple buns to each table but it was worth it. pan fried dumpling: pretty good crunch but no crisp, lots of soup, meat is a bit hard for Chinese standards. came in 5-10 mins first Seafood saute was pretty good but a bit raw for me. I think there was about 10 pcs of shrimp and 10 pcs of scallop, and the overall portion was a bit small. came like 7 mins after the pan fried dumplings w xiaolongbao xiaolongbao: lots of juice, got tired of it fast as it's basic. beef wasabi pastries: 7 mins after the xiaolongbao and sauté, wasabi flavor was not bad at all even though I hate wasabi. Not a lot of beef but the flakiness of the pastry was really fun and it was nice to try it. Slightly sweet glaze on the top was a nice touch Out waiter forgot about our pineapple buns so they came after 20 mins but it's chill, they're small but so good. The custard has actual pineapple and the top crust is actually a little crispy. The bun itself doesn't have that classic pineapple bun flavor but everything else makes up for it especially how soft it is. Super yummy chili oil was very standard and i wouldn't buy a jar of it Ambiance is nice, love the glass showing the kitchen as it reminds me of food joints in China, it's just hella crowded at the entrance but once you sit down it's fine.

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    Susie K.

    After a long discussion, we decided that this is the best taiwanese dumpling place we've been so far! We ordered WAY too much food but we finished it because it was THAT good. I'm not usually a fan of garlic noodles, but my friends and I killed it! Cucumbers (off menu) were fresh and crunchy, the dumplings were so flavorful, and the pork strips were tender. I don't even remember everything we ate because I couldn't stop eating! I really wish they had hot and sour soup for me to wash it all down with! The service was really good! It's SO busy, so I'm glad our friends made the reservation before we got there. The server was nice and the hostess was very accommodating. It does get a little loud, but overall, I loved the ambiance!

    The dumpling with the dumplings.
    Brandon W.

    So on the drive home from Cali we had to fuel/charge up ourselves and the car and Fritzie W. and I saw Yang Kee Dumpling. Dumplings? Sold. Pork soup dumpling, shumai and a savoy and dessert filled bao bun. This kept me energized driving two and half hours back into Reno! They were delicious. I don't think but one or two pieces actually made it back home. You've got to love these little holes in the wall per se, these hidden gems, but here in the Davis area they seem to have fans because that place was packed 10 minutes after opening. The ambiance was amazing, thumping during that first half an hour for a Sunday! They were serving up some smell good dishes! Service was good and the hostess polite and courteous, despite our food not being ready at the estimated time but I get it. Busy busy. This is definitely a spot I would go to--to get a quick bite again.

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    Food was fresh. Service was quick. The best dim sum in the Sacramento area. The wait can be long during dinner time, but it's worth it.

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    Is it possible to get a gift card at your Davis location to be used in Roseville?

    I believe if you bought the physical gift card at the Davis location, you should be able to use it at their Roseville location because they are part of the same company. Third part online gift cards may be only tied to the location you bought it… 

    Do you use peanut oil?

    Hi, we don’t use any peanut oil, but we does use sesame oil for some of the items! And some of the menu items are contain with peanut ! We have put nut allergies signs in our menu to indicate which items contain peanut! Thank you

    Does the Davis restaurant have potstickers or spring rolls?

    Sorry, those two items are not available at Davis location!

    Do you use MSG in your dumplings or dishes?

    Hi, we don’t use any MSG in restaurants! Thank you

    Do they have gift certificates?

    Yes, we do sell gift cards to our customers! Thank you

    Can I reserve a table for 8 people?

    Their online reservation is only for max of 6 people. You have to call the restaurant to make a reservation for 8 people.

    Do they offer catering for private events?

    Depends, please call the store if you are interesting!

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    Well Season - Xiaolong bao

    Well Season

    3.7(256 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    My friends and I came here on a weekday afternoon to try some dim sum. There was plenty of parking…read morein the area along with quick service due the restaurant being partially empty. Siu Mai: This was classic & well-executed, and there was a strong mushroom taste which I loved. Shrimp Dumplings: These were also classic, flavorful, and fresh. Jelly Fish & Sliced Beef Tendon: I loved the texture and spiciness of the general dish, and they were seasoned well. Beef Noodle Rolls: These were okay in my opinion, but silky and tender. Pan-Fried Turnip Cake: I loved the crisp outside, and it was soft on the inside. It did not feel too heavy and better than other places I've tried. Green Beans: These were slightly oily, but the portion size was generous for the price. Preserved Egg & Pork Congee: The congee was okay, but it was comforting and smooth and still had a good flavor.

    We can into Well Season on a Saturday evening for my son's birthday dinner he chose Well Season…read morebecause he likes their Dim Sum items. We usually. One here at least a handful of times per year. Their food is generally good and their portion size is large. This summer they are running a special (10% off your bill, plus additional 5% if paid in cash). For a Saturday evening, they did not have many diners, two other larger groups, a couple smaller tables of patrons and a couple few takeout orders. The main reason for coming here is for their Dim Sum items, but some items are not available after 2pm. They have a pretty extensive menu for non-dim sum items. Most of their food is pretty good including the dim sum items. Portion size is large, so there is usually leftovers to take home. Today, the service is lacking quite a bit. Had to wave down the server many times during our meal, to order, ask a couple times for water and missing napkins, water refill, didn't check if we needed more hot tea, boxes for left overs, getting the bill, etc. Another ding for them is that we were given and billed for 2 items (chicken buns and steamed long beans) that we Did Not Order. I didn't not complain about it because we were fine eating the extra food, but that was annoying! Overall dining experience was 3/5 stars. Food was a solid 4/5 stars. Service was 2.5/5 stars. There are so many Chinese food options now in Davis. Not sure what's up with the service, but they really need to step that up if they expect customers to keep coming back.

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    Dumpling House - Kimchi Pork Dumplings

    Dumpling House

    3.9(1.5k reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    Stopped by with a couple of friends for lunch! We ordered calamari, the pan fried pork dumplings,…read moreand the kimchi pork dumplings. The calamari wasn't quite what we expected. It was pretty heavily battered and not too seasoned, but it wasn't bad. I think there is probably better calamari elsewhere. The dumplings were amazing though! Both came out piping hot. The fried ones had a nice crispy exterior and were super flavorful and juicy. The kimchi ones definitely had a kick, but were also juicy and delicious! We thoroughly enjoyed all of them and would recommend both to anyone in the mood for dumplings. The place itself has good seating options both inside and outside! I would highly recommend enjoying a meal outside on the patio on a nice weather day :)

    It's just ok. If you're needing dumplings it'll do the trick, but I honestly rather buy frozen…read moredumplings from BaoBao 88 or even Trader Joe's. I hate to say it because the workers are very friendly and I love hearing people speak Canto when I'm homesick. Very casual ambiance, might have a wait to be seated but they take a reasonable amount of time to get your food out after ordering. Have a few vegetarian options as well. It is conviently downtown unlike Yang Kee, but I still dont come back to here. I'm glad they've found their audience and seem to be doing well, though.

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    Davis Noodle City - Yummy and fried just right

    Davis Noodle City

    3.4(553 reviews)
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    I typically door dash from here, the place is tucked away behind Sofia's and Dumpling house and can…read morebe difficult to find if you don't know where you are going. When I have gone in they are very nice and because it's in a tucked away area it's pretty quiet. The food is great, but the 5 spice beef noodle soup absolutely slaps and is worth the trip if you enjoy this entree. Most of the time when you order a soup like this it can be loaded with gristle and fat, but not here. They load you up with pure meat here, and I'm here for it. As for the other food, my kids love the wontons and pot stickers. The fried rice is great, I feel like they add more egg than usual and I'm down for that. Their other soups are great too, but it's no beef noodle soup.

    I wasn't prepared for the chilly day in Davis. I changed my outfit several times before we left the…read morehouse. The weather report said 65 degrees and overcast today. I went from a thin top to a medium weight sweater. We arrived in Davis I grabbed my jacket to pair with my sweater. Today was a day spent exploring Davis to see the California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts (CCACA). What a great Conference. We come each year for this Conference and explore Davis every time we are here. After exploring the first building of the show it was coming on time to eat. We looked around the current shopping center and my husband didn't see anything he was craving. He said we'll go more into town and look for a noodle place. He said he remembered one from our last visit, down one of the alleys. Walking up the street we saw a couple of advertisements. A sandwich board was on the sidewalk for Davis Noodle CIty, the exact place we were looking for. The little Noodle Shop in the alley. We weaved through the other businesses, past the dumpling restaurant, past the outdoor seating and to the front door of the Davis Noodle City Restaurant. The out door seating looked really welcoming, but it was chilly out so we opted for eating inside with the other table that was occupied. There were 3 parties eating outside when we arrived. When we walked inside we were greeted and told to take any table. We choose a table in the corner. The menus were under the glass table top, keeping it clean and easy to read. Each place setting had its own copy of the menu. After looking at the menu, remembering what was offered on the sandwich board in front, and cross referencing it with Yelp Reviews we started ordering. We opted for the Five Spice Beef Noodles, and I asked if that was a good option and she said it was their top seller. The Yelp Reviews were only ok for that dish, but I took our chances. The second dish we ordered was the Dan Dan Noodles She tried to upscale us to the one with vegetables, but that dish was a cold dish so we when for the standard Dan Dan Noodles. Both dishes came out quickly. The Dan Dan noodles were not spicy as I anticipated, which was good, I wasn't really looking for spicy. I liked the flavor and realized that if you mixed it up there is a sauce on the bottom that is really tasty. Dan Dan Noodles ($8.25 a steal) is a solid dish and I highly reccomend it. It's a great bowlful of noodles. If you are hopping for other ingredients you are out of luck, it's 100% noodles with a sprinkling of peanuts on top and a sauce on the bottom. The Five Spice Beef Noodle Soup ($12.75)was as described in the reviews. It comes with American Broccoli and carrots. The beef is so good it melts in your mouth. The broth is minimal and lacked flavor. I'd think that it's advertised as Five Spice that it would have more flavor. I don't reccomend it if you are looking for a strong flavor. If you are looking for great meat, that melts in your mouth, but is also a little fatty then you have the perfect dish. Both dishes came with fresh noodles, none of those dried and rehydrated noodles that some places serve. The noodles on both dishes were different and pleasant. I highly reccomend their fresh noodles. Customer service was good. She came to check up on us and was pleasant. Parking is street parking. And they have a bathroom on site that is clean and well stocked.

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    Davis Noodle City - Dining area

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    Tasty Gourmet - Beef jian Bao

    Tasty Gourmet

    4.7(393 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    I been coming here for some years now and I still cant get over the fact that customer service is…read moreabove already great food. If you in the area to find something to eat you need to stop here and take food home. The lady here is so incredibly nice that she will remember what you order and makes sure your food is made as requested. You can change or add something slightly and they are serious about the service. Bottle water on arrival, open seating and clean restroom. The lady is so friendly that she tells you about your food, example what type of mushroom the food is prepared with. The amazing friendliness goes a long way that I drive from Woodland just to eat here. This is by far a very good restaurant and everything I order is good. May 24,2026 : I continue to come here, and the quality of food has not changed. Im considered a regular here for the amount of times I cone in for food. I just cant find a place to compete with their quality. The family operating this establishment is extremely friendly, and even tho it changed slightly they are still great.

    We enjoyed all the items we got! The standouts were the roasted duck fried rice (5/5) and salt…read morepepper fish filet (5/5.) Both were flavored really well and I was impressed by the crisp of the fish filet! The shrimp dumplings were solid (4/5) but nothing too special and pricey! The beef jian bao (3/5) was just average and I wish they had more filling and were juicier.

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    Tasty Gourmet - Part of the Interior, more seating on the other side of the low wall.

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