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    Dumpling King

    4.3 (175 reviews)
    InexpensiveDim Sum, Imported Food
    Open 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Shana W.

    The dumplings were good. This is a popular spot because a lot of people were on line and even more waiting . It's inside a small "food court" area but really nowhere to sit. We waited a bit for our food alongside everyone else. There isn't much room to stand because of the 3 restaurants that all shared the same space. Keep in mind, there is nowhere to sit. But the food is worth the wait , especially for the price.

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    Megan H.

    My coworkers and I stopped by Dumpling King during lunch since we have been wanting to try! I got the pan fried pork and leek dumplings, which were so juicy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. There was a bit of a wait, but it was worth it as they were making each order. The dumplings were such a good deal and quite filling. Can't complain about anything, it was a perfect lunch!

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    Donald R.

    Wow! Walked here to check this little hole in the wall out while in Boston. Dumplings were cheap and tasty! Try it if you are I. The area!

    Frances L.

    Dumpling King lives up to their name! I ordered the pan fried pork and leek dumplings. Ten for $7 which is an incredible price! It's a small takeout restaurant located in a tiny food court. One girl taking orders with two men cooking and prepping the steamed or pan fried dumplings. There was a line of people waiting for their orders. My order was ready in around 10-15 minutes and they were delicious. The skins were a good thickness with a nice chew and were pan fried to a satisfying crispness. The generous pork filling was tender and juicy. Definitely one of the best pan fried dumplings I've had and for sure the cheapest!

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    Ashley H.

    I think they definitely deserve their name - they are really the dumpling king! We ordered the pork and leek pan fried dumplings and they are one of the best we've had! For 10 pieces, it was $7.50 with tax and because we were doing a little Chinatown food crawl, this was enough for two people to share. This place is in a little food court that has other things you can try. Seating for this stall was just two seats but everyone eats quickly so when your made to order dumplings are done, it becomes your turn to sit. It takes about 10 minutes for your dumplings to be ready and it comes out piping hot, with every bite bursting with juice and flavor. So yummy! This was one of my top foods from my trip to Boston!

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    Brent M.

    Dumpling is the biggest positive dining surprise we have had in decades. Tucked into a minuscule Chinatown "food court," you will find 3 tiny-house restaurants and a tea shop. It was a little hard to find and once there, we actually hesitated and would have gone if it wasn't for the long list of positive reviews, line of people ordering, and high rating. The menu is streamlined and straightforward. Get your steamed or pan fried dumplings with a limited selection from which to choose. We stayed and ate in the tight quarters, but everyone else was taking theirs to go. When our order came, I opened the container to see VERY simple dumplings. I didn't anticipate much but these pork dumplings were some of the best I have ever had and my favorite ice agreed. Have had more than our share of dumplings over the past decades!! Seriously great dumplings. Who cares about fancy crimping when the dumplings taste so fabulous and at an amazing price. If you can't find it right away, keep looking. Don't judge it by its cover, it's gonna be great.

    Jackie D.

    Delicious, made to order potstickers and dumplings in a itty-bitty food court. 10 dumplings for $7 in this economy? Sign me up. Wish they had more legit customer seating, as their only seats are around a foldable table in front of where you order. Not really a feasible seating area, but the dumplings do travel just fine. Didn't love the veggie dumplings, but the chicken and pork with leek dumplings were wonderful. The gentleman / owner of the shop is super friendly and his chef in the back gets the job done! Frozen dumplings are also available for purchase. Overall, a yummy cheap eat to enjoy during a Boston Chinatown food crawl! Highly recommend!

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    Evie T.

    Great dumplings! Not so great service. : ( The space was interesting. Imagine a room with five different "restaurants" squeezed into one.

    Alan N.

    The food isn't too bad. No frills. Don't expect friendliness. Just order and give them your money. Limited space and not really a sit down place. Shares an area with three to four other businesses Made to order. Fresh and crispy.

    Pan Fried Pork and Leek Dumpling
    Kayla L.

    I got the pork and leek as well as the pork and mushroom dumplings to go. The space is inside other little shops so just walk through. There isn't too many spaces to sit so I ended up taking it to go. I tried both the stir fried and boiled version. The size of the dumplings are generous and honestly it's scrumptious. For the price and portion and flavor, it's really running for its buck! A cheap yet great meal if you are ever in Chinatown. You can also buy the frozen dumplings in case you didn't have enough of it! I love the dipping sauce they have as well. I will recommend the stir fry for a bit more crunchy texture of the dumplings if it's your first time.

    Cordelia R.

    This place truly brought me back to life. Needed some steamed pork dumplings and this place hit the spot. It was the most popular spot in the tiny food hall by far. No combo available when I went and they do accept cards. Very nice and fast

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    Payal P.

    Dumpling king is located in the food court. I absolutely love the veggie pan fried dumplings here. They are so good! You can also get frozen dumplings from them. It does get pretty busy in there, especially at regular dining hours, so make sure you go with plenty of time to spare. It is a little crowded and there is not really any place to sit, but the takeout is worth it!

    David B.

    Every year I have a firm meeting in Boston in December, and I spend an extra day in town. I usually pop over to Gene's flatbread Café for a late breakfast, but they don't open until 11, so this year I tried dumpling king, which opens at 10. Very glad I did! Super tasty dumplings served piping hot - be careful!. I have the pork and leek, fried. It's a relative steal at 10 pieces for seven bucks. It's a very simple food court of sorts - four little business jammed into a tiny space. There is no seating for dumpling king, but the other businesses have some countertop seating, and I think it's OK to sit there as long as those businesses are not open. Pop over to Ho Yuen Bakery before or after for a tasty beef curry bun.

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    The best soup dumplings! We loved the pork and mushroom pan fried. So juicy and delicious! The price is very reasonable too.

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    Great dumplings at a great price. If you're in to real Chinese dumplings, this is the place to go. Kind of a hidden gem though.

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