This place is like two blocks from where I live and I finally got around to trying it. First, the ambiance and the decor is very warm. I like all the faux greenery. It is just shy of feeling cheesy like the Rain Forest Cafe. The chairs they chose though are kind of big so I just wonder if two people at two tables next to each other are sitting back to back, it seems like it would be kind to push your chair out if you have to get up. But that's a really minor issue. Now onto the food. This place has a northern Chinese influence. A lot of the menu items have spice especially the mah po tofu or they like to drizzle chile oil or chile crisp on things. My group overall liked our food. They do a tasty chicken lo mein. The dumplings were decent. However, the soup dumplings didn't have much broth in them and a few were broken. The server said the chefs have been working on trying to be better about keeping them in tact. They were all so apologetic. To be fair, not every dumpling place is going to be Din Tai Fung. But I really appreciated as I passed by the kitchen, seeing the chef/partner actually making them. So many places just do it frozen. The collagen full moon meat pies and crispy pork bao were also good. They let us try the pork bao for free because they hadn't yet added it to the menu. It's too bad they're on such a quiet corner tucked inside the Trent at 51 apartments. I feel like people don't realize there's a restaurant there. Anyway, I'm pulling for them to do well. I definitely plan on getting takeout there soon as well as go back for a sit down meal. read more

New place, open a month. The owner greeted us personally and walked us through their signature dishes before we even opened the menu which set the tone for the experience. The Soup Dumplings were super tasty. We ended up dipping them into the Collagen Broth and that combo took things to another level. The Chicken Laomian is a solid lo mein style dish with a nice kick of heat to it. The Lemon Chicken threw us off by name, but don't expect anything citrusy. It's all white meat with a light, crispy batter that has a great crunch to it. Pleasantly surprised. The Collagen Broth with Pork Dumplings brought the a heat kick with a rich flavorful broth. Good food, welcoming owner, no complaints. We'll be back.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

I think this restaurant is still working through all the steps to get everything perfect. The menu is very interesting with some items not available in late April 2026. What we ordered was very flavorful The best dish was the lemon chicken. We parked on the street. I'm not sure if they have a dedicated parking area. We had reservations and we were seated immediately. We sat at the back of the restaurant where we had a great view of the kitchen area. The area seemed a little disorganized as there were lots of things stored there. The collagen focus is an interesting and unusual restaurant focus. read more

Dumplings... but make it collagen-rich Collagen Dumpling Dynasty just opened in Midtown Phoenix, and it's bringing a fresh twist to traditional Chinese dumplings with rich, collagen-filled broths. Everything is made from scratch using traditional techniques: no MSG, no shortcuts, just deep flavor and silky textures in every bite. We tried: Collagen soup bao (must-order ) Collagen broth rice noodles Collagen fried dumplings White rice Chicken skewers (with pita bread ) The space is modern and vibey with a cool interior + patio, but still feels casual and welcoming. Shoutout to Angela for holding it down in the front, friendly, kind, and doing it all A unique spot if you're looking to try dumplings with a little extra richness and depth. read more

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A new place on 16th and Georgia! The interior is really awesome. We chose a table near the back and the waitress was very accommodating. She explained the menu and the QR code to get a full menu. We ordered the collagen noodle soup, soup dumplings, chow mein, and a chicken dish that they didn't have (so ordered the lemon chicken instead). My favorite was the lemon chicken, although the chow mein was also very good. I'm not a fan of dumplings but my daughter is and she liked them. We were given (free) bottled water. But they also had tea or lemonade. Don't know if they will have a patio in the future but it looked like it was possible. It was definitely a fun time. The owner also had his two little dogs hanging out by the back. read more

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This new spot offers an escape from the desert with a vibey location with new additions to you your traditional dumpling! Looks and feels brand new, and much fancier than your average Chinese or dumpling restaurant. Love the look and feel, and there is a huge wall of green and with a display of appealing colors and travel destinations. Again, feels like you've left Arizona, even temporarily. We were the only ones there for lunch, so service was quick and accommodating. There is no bar or alcoholic options. They offered bottled water (free) or soda products/lemonade. The food ordered this round included: warrior noodles, chili dumplings (with beef), and the "half-moon" - (think flat pan-fried dumpling). All items were great, serving a healthy portion of protein and lots of seasoning/flavor! - Warrior Noodles: definitely our favorite dish, and it's hard to even type this, but there was so much seasoning & meat, we think it needed more noodles to soak up the flavor and/or more veggies to break up the savory meats. - Chili dumplings were good as well, 3.5/5, not very spicy and the broth tasted a bit watery, but once you added some chili oil, vinegar and dumpling sauce - the dish kicked up to 4.5! - Half-Moon was savory and filling! Don't be mad that you only get two cause it was this dish that did me over. Overall, this was a nice spin on Chinese dumplings with the benefits of collagen. I would consider it more of a fusion / hybrid spot than your traditional crumpling house, and it was enjoyable. I'm glad I went. At the table there is a nice menu that displays the history of dumplings. The attention to detail is great. Seems to be a lot of investments in this new dumpling spot - I hope they continue to get greater business and do well. read more

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TL;DR - pricey , AI generated images of food, it was OK... This a pretty interesting spot. To keep it straightforward I think the dishes were a bit slightly pricer (compared to other places) for the portion you get. Maybe because you get collagen in it? But you're better off just bringing your own collagen at that point lol. This is located inside next to a credit union entrance so just keep a lookout for that. The interior is actually nice. Tall, decorated ceilings and walls give it a nice vibe but I think they spent majority of the budget on that because the entire menu is comprised of poorly generated AI photos. Every single one. I noticed the menu had a lab test result showing that their food is "certified to have collagen" on it with Dragon Flame(good place btw) , a restaurant in Tempe so I'm assuming it's the same owner. For the food I ordered a mapo tofu and beef collagen dumpling soup with rice noodles. The mapo tofu was great. Good flavor and it was needed since the sauce helped bring the bland noodle soup up. The service was nice, there was 1 server that was attentive as we were the only ones in there. I know they just opened up so I'll give them another try in a few months. read more

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Was shopping down the street at the strip mall and wanted to grab some lunch. Found this place on yelp. This place just opened about a month ago as a soft opening. Doesn't seem like the word has spread that they were open but I'm sure as word gets around how delicious their dumplings are, this place will be slammed! The owner came out and brought us a sampling of his collagen beef dumpling with a thicker type of wrapping. It was flavorful and the beef flavor was very subtle. All the dumplings were soooo fresh and yummy . We ordered the beef collagen full moon too but forgot to take a picture as we dug into them too quick! Would've loved to have tried the collagen soup bao but we already had a lot of food. Can't wait to go back. read more

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Amazing amazing, amazing! Everything we tired was fresh, flavorful and delicious. Will definitely be back. Owner was very nice and helpful. Lots of effort into the food, decor and service. read more

Collagen Dumpling Dynasty - Everything we tired was amazing! Owner was very nice, will definitely be back. - Chinese Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

We're the only people in here, so we sit down and the drink options are limited, they charge $2 for a water bottle when I'm fine drinking tap but they don't offer it. We ordered 3 lemonades on top of that and he brought us teas instead which were more expensive on the menu but he said it's okay since it was his mistake. The chow mein was great. The eastern dumplings were good, the soup dumplings were bad, they had no soup in them and had raw carrots and cilantro on top. We also tried the chili wonton soup, I also thought this was pretty mediocre but everyone else liked it. He however did offer us "free" fried lemon chicken. It was delicious my favorite thing there but it wasn't free. He charged us for it when we didn't order it. We didn't say anything when paying the bill cuz we did eat it but I feel like it was a little schemie. The interior was really nice, I'm assuming that's where all their budget went. He also wouldn't stop talking to us and at first we thought it was sweet but then we were getting annoyed cuz we just wanted to eat and after the "free" chicken offering I wasn't sure if he was pulling our leg. I also HATED that the menu was AI the entire menu was AI from the writing to the photos of the food. They were bragging saying they have a certificate proving their food had so much collagen in it but I don't buy it since they use AI. You order and pay off a QR code too so I thought it was silly a gratuity was added cuz all they did was bring the food out. Overall the place was fine just expensive ish food that I didn't enjoy. read more

Good food but some wrinkles to straighten out. Problems: Water served on bottles. Would be better on glasses with ice like most restaurants. Printed menu is beautiful and interesting but scan for main menu is confusing. Tables are far away from booth seating. Needed extra pillows to be able to reach food. Lot of food brought all together including what we wanted as appetizers. Ran out of room on table for it all. Servers are anxious to please but appear inexperienced. Some ordering errors made. Food was excellent and will go back for the food, but wait and hope issues resolved. read more

I'm a lover of soup dumplings. These ones were pretty good, but not for what we paid. The dumpling wrappers could've been thinner but the broth had flavor. We stopped in on a weekend during lunch time and it wasn't very busy so we were able to get a table and get served quickly. The interior was very bright. I did not like that they automatically added a gratuity on. I didn't realize that until afterwards and still added a tip. The price was too much for what we got plus there were random dogs running around under the table which was weird. read more

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Decided to try Collagen Dumpling on a Friday lunchtime. Unfortunately, it didn't quite wow me. First off, many of the dishes came with a lot of random garnishes that felt unnecessary and a bit overwhelming. We tried the Collagen Fullmoon "meat pie", it was very juicy on the inside, but I wish the exterior had been crispier. The soup bao was decent, but not as soupy as I expected. We also got the pan fried bao and it felt more like a pan-fried xiao long bao rather than something unique. While the photos online look amazing, the actual dishes didn't quite match that presentation. One small but frustrating detail, the plates they use are very slippery and tend to spin, which made it surprisingly difficult to transfer food onto our plates. That said, I did really enjoy the homemade chili oil. It was flavorful and paired well with everything. The ambiance is definitely a highlight: upscale, modern, and stylish with large TVs. However, the food itself could use some improvement to match the setting. read more

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Stopped in here for a weekend lunch and it wasn't too busy. I think there is parking in the garage next to it, but I was able to find parking right on the street. The menus are all on QR codes and that's also how you order. We got some fried dumplings and soup bao, which were both really good. The standout for me was the warrior noodles. They came with a lot of ground meat to make them extra filling. There was also just a little kick of spice. The noodles had a great texture and the dish itself just felt generally silky smooth and flavorful. I would definitely get those noodles again but also would like to try all the other options that looked really good read more

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This restaurant isn't bad, but it isn't what I would call good. Parking is pretty much limited to street parking, and the restaurant has no signage indicating its entrance, which is inside of a credit union. You order using a qr-code and are provided with an AI-generated menu that doesn't actually describe what's in the dish you're ordering.. There are also two little dogs that just wander around the restaurant and came underneath our table multiple times. Their presence felt a little like a health code violation. We ordered a few different items to try. The soup dumplings were good, but not worth $16. The broth noodle/wanton soups were also just okay; they lacked any depth of flavor. Not worth $20 each. The fried crispy bao and chicken skewers were so oily that we couldn't finish them. Also, be aware of an undisclosed mandatory 15% service fee - we weren't aware and was told it can't be removed. It added over $12 to our order which was separate from a tip. There was also a $3.99 card fee.. the whole experience felt a bit off and slightly scam-like, unfortunately. read more

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Still in soft opening mode so no signage out front. The bao dumpling. Cucumber salad and spices warrior noodles where excellent. Great addition to the neighborhood. read more

Collagen Dumpling Dynasty - Chinese Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Stopped into this cute restaurant after a comedy show nearby and it was awesome! It's is a little heard to find but well worth keeping an eyes out for it and visit. The lemon chicken came out crispy, well sauced and absolutely delicious. We also ordered the collagen soup baos and collagen fried dumplings (not pictured because we scarfed them down; very filling and with great flavor. The owner was extremely nice and knowledgeable letting us know how everything is prepared and even brought us fried pork bao which wasn't on the menu yet I wish I would have gotten his name but I'm sure will on our next visit as we will definitely be back #eatlocal read more

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Visited this brand new spot this weekend. Everything was fantastic! We ordered soup dumplings, bao, and mapo tofu. They make chili oil from scratch that is SO good. They use sichuan chilis for the oil so it leaves an interesting sensation in your mouth (if you know, you know). Their broth is made the TRUE way, low and slow with all the bones, which leaves you with a high collagen, high protein base for all the delicious meal options. The service was great; April is such a sweetheart and the owner is super friendly. You can tell that he cares a lot about the quality of the food as well as the happiness of his employees and customers. The ambiance is welcoming and thoughtful touches were put into many aspects of the decor, such as chopsticks engraved with "Dumpling Dynasty". This truly is a place everyone should try and share with friends and family! read more

Collagen Dumpling Dynasty - Bao - Chinese Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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What a pleasantly delicious surprise! Such hospitable hosts who are proud of their dishes and the care they put into them. They definitely know how their way around dumplings and potstickers, elevating the flavor and texture of both. The cucumber salad is a refreshing complement to the entrees. It's a lovely and intimate place to leisurely savor their delicacies. We weren't sure they were open (grand opening hasn't happened yet.) The owner was just back from visiting China, inspired to bring new twists to some dishes. Some menu items may not be available. But you'll be delighted with those that are. read more

We came in on a Saturday afternoon around 5:30pm and it was empty. Owner said they are still new and was excited to see us. Decor is beautiful and chairs comfortable. Now ordering is all digital on your phone, so if you want everything on one bill order off one phone. We came in for thr soup dumplings. The soup dumplings were not soupping, they either popped or had no soup in them. It was mid at best, the flavor was meh. Now the chili soup wonton was very flavorful, pipping hot and not too spicy. Now the lemon chicken was delicious, it was crispy, just right amount of lemon sauce. It's definitely something I would order again. What I don't like is they do not offer free water, only bottle water at $1.99 each and we drink a lot of water. Overall experience was good but not great as we felt the amount of food for the price was high. read more

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This is a solid choice for dumplings in the neighborhood. It's just getting on its feet but the decor is lovely and the service is friendly. We tried the full moon, two types of dumplings, the fried rice and a noodle dish. The two non-dumpling dishes were cooked by a robot... maybe I'm crazy but I'm pretty sure. There was a person in the kitchen but also two big machines with touch pad screens that appeared to be cooking our food. It was novel and interesting. Is it my new favorite? not necessarily, but it's worth checking out and we'll go back again once they've had a little time to settle in. read more

Overall it's a solid 4-star experience for me. Worth trying once if you're curious, but I wouldn't say it's something I'd crave all the time. read more

I am not sure why there are dogs running around in the restaurant and it's pretty sure it's code violation. Menus picture and actual food is totally different because it's created by AI and the food taste ok and 16% service charge is automatically applied to your check wth? read more

Lovely food, the duck is definitely something to try. Service was quick and solid. Nice ambiance not too crowded read more

We ate here two days in a roll. Loved it! Truly the best in town. My friend even took some leftovers with her when she left for home in a different state. She will be back. Thank you! read more

Collagen Dumpling Dynasty - Bao aka soup dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Having lived in the US for 15 years and originally being from China, I can confidently say this is one of the best Chinese restaurants I've encountered. While Din Tai Fung made dumplings and Xiao Long Bao (XLB) a staple in the American diet, this restaurant takes it to the next level by introducing collagen soup bases--a major trend in China that is rare to see here. A proper collagen soup requires immense skill and over 24 hours of stewing. While many modern restaurants take shortcuts with powders or additives, you can taste the genuine depth of flavor and "layers" here. Most importantly, I didn't feel thirsty or overwhelmed by salt afterward, which is the mark of a truly natural broth. Must-orders: Collagen Soup Bao: Their take on the classic XLB. and Collagen Broth Chili Wonton: Perfectly balanced; flavorful without being overly spicy. read more

The dumplings were the only good thing: tasty broth and good filling. Nobody seemed to be cooking, the chow main looked like it was reheated multiple times in the microwave, very unappetizing and bland (except for the chili oil) - the chicken version had no chicken in it, and the beef version was not tasty. kung pao chicken was ok, good flavor but chicken rubbery. we waited for 10 min before anyone showed up to greet us, and they had no clue about the menu nor the food. then the owner/chef/manager (??not sure?) came in followed by 2 dirty looking, wheezing dogs who proceeded to go under our table looking for food. Outdoor space looks like will be very nice once completed. Big screen was nice. 15% attached to bill automatically read more

Amazing service and food! I also like the chairs and the walls have cool decorations

Ambiance is nice and was looking forward to a good Asian restaurant nearby. I'm half Chinese, I know good Asian food. No one else was there, our food came out right away and felt like it was frozen and reheated. we were given water bottles which is fine but also odd. Dumplings were ok but not fresh also felt like a frozen prepared meal. Definitely expected more not a cheap takeout place that's close by. read more

My wife and I had dinner there last night with two other couples. Each of the our couples selected one dish and the owner prepared a surprise dish for us. I don't know the names of any of the dishes. What I do know is that they were Chinese dishes I've never had before. And they were delicious. The collagen broth they make every day had a unique effect on the dumplings. Angela was our waitress and she took the time to explain everything to us. All of our party enjoyed the meal and the experience greatly. I can't recommend it enough. read more