First off......I'm sick with a bad cold or flu, so only ordered Minced Beef with Cilantro soup and…read morewonton with house broth to go. Minced Beef Soup- 5/5 Its a perfect balance with simplicity and execution, and it spotlights the flavor of each ingredient from the egg white to the beef , shitake mushroom, and the cilantro. It is my personal favorite soup at this restaurant, my daughters favorite is the sizzling rice, wife's favorite is the house noodle soup. For me , one of the best spots in the city when it come to dumplings, certain dishes, and soups......all in one spot! Wonton with house broth 4/5 Although this was not as flavorful as the previous soup, it was perfect because it was not oily (greasy), and the wontons were plumper and meatier than I imagined, but that was a positive and gave the broth more punch. The veggies in their were an excellent touch and tasted fresh and not over cooked. I didn't add anything to either soups btw. I have eaten here with family and ordered to go for YEARS, they are super consistent, and my girls (ok, ok, and I) fell in love with soup dumplings (S.1)because of this place. Their pan fried pork soup dumplings (Shanghai Style Pan Fried Pork Buns- S.6 on menu) are AMAZING, depending on your appetite you might only want 1, or you might need to order another 6, lol- These things are pure love. Other dumplings I recommend S.7, S.9 , S.13, and S.18. Also the Shanghai style chow mien is incredible too, and is a staple in my families order. Aside from the variety of dumplings which are all to taste, fresh, and on point, their main dishes are also really good! Yes I am American, and like Americanized Chinese food....that said things we've ordered that made our mouths water with delight: Mongolian Beef, Honey Walnut Prawns, Mu Shu Pork, Sichuan-Style Noodle in Peanut Sauce, House Fried Rice (kids prefer) and Black Truffle with Beef Fried rice (Wife/I prefer) are BOTH really good and throw in their Dry-Braised Green Beans while your at it! I ate 1/2 of both soups for dinner tonight (saving the other half for tomorrow) and I must say while writing this, I am feeling like this soup order was GENIUS because it really checked off all my boxes, and I had Chicken noodle soup with veggies last two days, so I was looking for a healthy/tasty substitute. It was so good, I needed to share with our lovely Yelp community, and the review and rating is long, long overdue

I've heard so many good things about Dumpling Kitchen, and I can definitely see why people love it!…read moreI may not be a dumpling aficionado, but I honestly thought their dumplings were comforting, flavorful, and really satisfying. Favorites: Cucumber Salad (I could honestly eat two bowls of this.) Xiao Long Bao Salt and Pepper Chicken Pork Dumplings Pan-Fried Dumplings FOOD: 8/10 Everything came out piping hot. The dumplings were moist, flavorful, and well-seasoned. The only dish that didn't really stand out to us was the spicy wontons; they were just okay compared to everything else. SERVICE: 6/10 Service was quick and straightforward. One thing that did leave a bad impression, though, was when my friend paid in cash and asked for her change back (There's a fee difference when using card vs. cash). Another friend in our group, who understands the language the staff member was speaking, overheard the employee quietly making negative comments about having to give back the change because it was "only" a $3 difference. It wasn't directed at us, but I still found that to be rude. AMBIANCE: 7/10 It seriously felt like a sauna inside, lol. The space itself is simple and no-frills, but be prepared if you're visiting on a warm day!

An institution is going away! If you're reading this then I want you to know that the last day of…read moreoperation is June 15, 2025. The chef is retiring, so wish them a congrats and farewell if you're stopping by soon. I can definitely taste the authenticity behind the dishes. While I thought the crab sauce tofu was a bit too sweet and the rice cakes too salty, there wasn't a single bad dish. It's hard to find Shanghainese food in DTSF and I'm sad to see this one go. If you find yourself here, do order the stir-fried eel, XLB, pickle and ham steamed rice, and the Sheng Jian Bao. Overall, it was worth a visit and hope the area gets more Shanghai cuisine in the near future.

Normally, I would write this in the "Tips" section but it's no longer available…read more I am sad to share that this restaurant will close on 6/15/25, final day of service. The owners, the Shen family, are retiring. When they opened in 2008, replacing two popular Chinese western food restaurants, they were a refreshing addition to the mainly Cantonese cuisine Chinatown community. There was only a small Shanghai literal hole in the wall spot across the street that closed many years ago. The mom did the cooking while the daughter ran the front of the house, literally producing home style Shanghainese cuisine. They have regular normal northern cuisine favorites like hot & sour soup and mapo tofu, small bites like XLB (soup dumplings), green onion pancakes, and Sheng jian bao (pan fried dumplings). I often had family style dinners here enjoying Shanghai staples like Lion's head meatballs, Shanghai stir fried shrimp (use that blank vinegar), braised pork shank, and stir-fried eel. Never had the pleasure in trying their Dong Po pork. Get their steamed rice with bacon and vegetable to accompany those saucy dishes. With their departure, I do not know of any authentic Shanghai restaurants in San Francisco... clue me in if you think of one. The closest that comes to mind now is in San Mateo off the top of my head. Thank you, Bund Shanghai and Shen Family for providing my family, my coworkers, and me many meals over the years. You will be sorely missed but enjoy your retirement.

Ammazing fooood i loved everything and my friends were very happy too :) We got numbing dumpling…read moreand was good amount of spice

Cute place with solid xiaolongbao and shanghai panfried dumplings! Came on a Tuesday lunch and…read morethere was no wait

I had a delicious meal with a friend at this authentic Shanghai food that tastes like home cooking…read more Abundant proportions. A great neighborhood restaurant that is open on Mondays.

The wings were so succulent and juicy. The sauce was absolutely amazing I literally scooped every…read moredrop and ate it... their fried dumplings were great as well I would argue their wings are better than San tungs wings.

I was looking for a late night option in the area, and Shanghai Dumpling King stood out to me!! My…read moreboyfriend and I got the chicken corn soup, the cha siu bao, siu mai, and liu sha bao. The chicken corn soup was delicious and hearty- definitely filled me up and was what I was looking for. The cha siu bao was fluffy and came packed with meat inside, definitely a good ratio and very warm and yummy. The liu sha bao was similar, the bao was so soft and fresh. We had a very good experience dining here. The front desk guy/server was also really nice. I would definitely come back here if I was craving an authentic Chinese meal.

[Takeout Order] What an absolute bummer. An old colleague of mine and I loved going to their…read morerestaurant on Monterey Blvd and it was always so delicious. Naturally, I thought the same would be for this location, ordering for delivery. Sadly, I was proved very very wrong. I got a total of 3 items and paid a little over $50 not including tip.First plate, stir fry noodle Shanghai style 0/5. Noodles were stiff, entire plate lacked flavor, it was really dry. The cabbage was just sort of thrown in there and to my surprise, there was chicken (I didn't think it came with meat) and it was so suspicious, one bite and I immediately had to spit it out. It was chewy and tasted uncooked. I began to lose my appetite... Sesame Chicken 0/5 - it was all batter, little to NO meat inside whatsoever. Saucy but it was very clumpy. I was so disappointed with this one. It was literally just eating fried batter in sesame sauce with sesame seeds thrown on top. Braised String Beans - 2.5/5. They were fine, flavored enough with the grilled onions and garlic other than that, not impressive at all. I had really high hopes for this place/order. I had been craving Chinese food for so long and was going to order from my typical place but decided to give this one a try. I definitely should have stuck to what I know would have hit the spot. An absolute waste of $50, so frustrating.

Grew up eating Shanghainese food back in China so I'm always a little skeptical walking into a…read moreplace like this, but Dumpling Kitchen actually gets it right. The flavors were really close to the real thing, not the Americanized version you get a lot of places in the city. Service was great too, attentive without being annoying about it, and they didn't rush us at all. Honestly one of the better Shanghai style spots I've found here. Will be back for sure.

Loved the chive dumplings and the XLB, the spicy noodle soup was unabashedly spicy and we loved it…read more The tofu-mushroom dish went pretty well with the brown rice. Only complaint is the tea is just a sole teabag in hot water, considering how well House of nanking presents there, they could do something similar. The outdoor ambience is fantastic.

The hype is real , I suggest trying the hot sauce !!! That takes the wings to another levelread more

Not sure how I didnt rate this place yet, but better late than never. I am in the camp that they…read morehave the best chicken wings in the bay area, and have tried a bunch of others to compare. I strongly prefer the wings over the boneless, as I find the boneless dont really taste the same. The wonton noodle soup here was surprisingly good. Shrimp and leek dumplings, potstickers, green beans, and the black bean noodle are solid. Overall I think this place is great, there is usually a line but if you dont care to dine in getting take out over the phone is usually easy and often ready in 30 minutes. Definitely one of the places you should try in the city if you haven't already.

If you're looking for a meal that feels like a home-cooked feast, House of Pancake is definitely…read moreworth checking out. I came here with friends, and the best part was that the dishes are perfect for sharing family-style. We got to try a little bit of everything, and every dish felt comforting and authentic. The restaurant is fairly small but the service is quick, so the line goes by pretty quick. We ordered the Beef Roll Pancake, which was one of my favorites. The filling was savory and flavorful, while the pancake itself had the perfect texture: crispy on the outside but still fluffy and soft inside. So satisfying! We also shared the lamb and chicken skewers, the beef hand-pulled noodle bowl, and the fish filet casserole pot. Everything was hearty, flavorful, and felt like the kind of food you'd get at a home-cooked family meal. The hand-pulled noodles were chewy and delicious, and the casserole pot was especially comforting. I love that this is the kind of place where you come hungry, order a bunch of dishes for the table, and just share everything with your friends, just like a family meal.

Don't have any pictures for House of Pancakes because I inhaled the food the minute it dropped on…read morethe table. Ordered the beef roll pancakes, onion pancakes, and two soup noodles. Added spinach and bean noodles. The most interesting dish would have to be the spinach and bean noodles because that was a cold dish and the bean noodles had a bounce to them. It was also very garlicky which lent a nice kick with each bite. The interior is a bit small but the food comes out quick so you could probably order and eat your food within 30 minutes. It is cash only though so make sure to bring enough cash to cover for your food and for tip.

Had such a wonderful experience at Dumpling Specialist! Everything we ordered was delicious, and my…read morefamily and I really enjoyed the meal. The pork and shrimp dumplings, spinach dumplings, and chive and pork dumplings were all excellent--juicy, flavorful, and definitely on par with some of the best dumplings we've had. The sweet and spicy wings were fantastic, with the perfect amount of crunch, sweetness, and a nice kick. The pan-fried pork soup buns were amazing, and we also loved the Dan Dan noodles. For dessert, the Portuguese egg tart was so creamy inside with a wonderfully crunchy shell, and the sesame rice balls were delicious. The service was excellent as well. Since this is a newer restaurant, there was no wait when we visited. The servers were friendly, attentive, and very welcoming. We were too busy eating and forgot to take pictures! Overall, a great new spot that my family and I really enjoyed. We'll definitely be back!

This place is open! I don't know why it keeps saying closed. We just went again today and enjoyed…read morehot and sour soup + pork and shrimp siu Mai! Delicious The owner and super nice and sweet!

So I ordered from this place as they were running a special through Uber One. Buy one get one free…read morefor Spicy Chive and pork Dumplings. I work in SF so I wanted to try something different than I usually get as I live in Oakland. The food was ok, but there were 2 deficiencies IMHO. The wrapper for the dumplings was too thick, causing the meat to wrapper ratio to be off. Also they were not at all spicy. I might give this place another try, but I would have to get something different. I thought the food was a good value with the deal they provided. It did come promptly and was still warm when delivered so I'm sure they were freshly made. Hoping I have a better experience when I try it again.

I will always love the food here no matter how many times I buy takeout. They never fails to…read moreimpress me with the same taste and energy from the owner. He's so nice and always remember me even tho I haven't dined in here since forever. The spicy wontons and rice cakes here a must for me every time. The restaurant may look run down, but it just means the food is that good. It maybe be just another dumpling restaurant to others, but this is definitely my favorite restaurant of all time.