Insanely good food, and at a reasonable price! I would recommend this place so much!!!

I ordered Dumplings N More for takeout again last night. I was craving your basic Chinese American style takeout, but felt disappointed by the options when we have so many better restaurants in the Hillcrest area... like Dumplings N More. We got the scallion pancake, pork and chive dumplings, lamb and chive dumplings, Dan Dan noodles, and golden dumplings for dessert. Everything was really good! I remembered being a little disappointed with the soup dumplings last time so I am really glad I changed up my order. I just love their Dan Dan noodles. It's definitely my go to dish from here. The flavor is perfect and they make great leftovers too. I love that they package the noodles separately when you order it for take out so it's fresh when you assemble it at home. Both dumplings we tried were really good. The reason I went from four to five stars when updating my review. Omg the LAMB ones are some of the best I've had in San Diego. Easily. Unfortunately the pork were a little less flavorful, but I think that's just because the lamb outshined them and I would have liked the pork ones more if I had eaten them first. The lamb were just too good, definitely the star of the dumplings I've tried from here. They both had a good bit of juice in them too, not all dried out like other restaurants dumplings I've had. Really good stuff! Scallion pancake, can't go wrong. They have a good one here. Cooked well. No complaints. The golden dumplings with condensed milk reminded me of a bag of "Chinese donuts" that I've gotten from Americanized Chinese restaurants in the past. Really good, best when eaten hot and fresh. The condensed milk was new and very appreciated. I liked them a lot. Kind of reminded me of beignets so I kind of want to add some powdered sugar next time I get them for take out. I'm really happy we ordered from here and look forward to our next visit or take out order! read more

Lazy Sunday, so did delivery from Dumpling's N More! Food was packaged perfectly with the noodles and soup in separate containers. No soggy noodles! I ordered their Braised Beef Noodle Soup and Braised Pork Big Bun. Let's talk about the size of that bun! They aren't kidding when they say big bun! The thing is massive and could have been a meal in of itself! Taking a bite the texture of the bun is so fluffy and light. Inside the pork filing was juicy and flavorful. I'd definitely get this again! Meanwhile the beef noodle soup was so delicious! A deep flavorful broth with a hint of sweetness. The beef was tender and the noodles bouncy! A killer bowl if you ask me! Maybe next time I won't be so lazy so I can eat there instead of delivery. read more

Dumplings N More - Braised Beef Noodle Soup - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

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Came here for an early dinner with a friend, and I was happy we did. Our waitress was really sweet- everyone was.. The service here is really great. The ambiance is.. well, nothing fancy, but comfortable. Basic, but clean. We had a booth, so it was comfy. Highly recommend the green tea matcha with boba, half sweet. The beef with broccoli was yummy- I like that they didn't overcook the broccoli. Could've been a bit more beef though. We loved the shrimp and pork dumplings. Don't recommend the sampler dumplings plate as much. I like that they have small/large options for the dumplings so you can sample different ones. read more

Dumplings N More - Broccoli with beef - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

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Really like this place! We ordered a few things through uber eats and everything arrived still hot and fresh. The crystal shrimp dumplings were awesome. The shu mai were very good too and loved the cucumber salad. Only thing we probably wouldn't get again was the veggie steamed bun - it was supposed to have a mushroom filling but turned out to me mostly cabbage and chopped little noodles (I think). It's a really good go to for a quick dumpling order. read more

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10/10 would recommend this place for a cute little date night. We're always in this area but we rarely just walk around and after a little cafe date with my Fiancé, we were looking for a place to eat and this came up near by. It was a Monday evening so parking wasn't as hard to find and we parked about a block down. If you do come on a weekend and have trouble finding parking you can always park at the lot where the old RiteAid is, you just have to pay a little more. This restaurant has been here for a while but it was our first time dining in and we were pleasantly surprised. There's nothing super fancy about the place but I kind of like that because I never quite paired dumplings and fine dining together. When I think of dumplings I think of a warm cozy meal in comfortable clothes, so I like that this place doesn't require you to be all dressed up. It's very casual but clean. The service is great, they're very kind here and attentive. We ordered the Mapo tofu, Dandan noodles, Pork Xia Long Bao which is the soup dumplings, and Spicy wontons. The Mapo tofu was steaming hot and full of flavor, the tingling and numbing sensation from the Szechuan peppers is my favorite because it lets me eat more spicy food haha. The Dandan noodles were really savory and had a rich peanut butter taste but they didn't over do it. The Pork Xia Long Bao's were great, they had a good amount of soup in them and there was a slight sweetness to it which I wasn't used to but didn't mind. The spicy wontons were our favorite because it was so full of flavor and actually a bit creamy. Over all a great place to get dumplings that aren't over priced. We loved it and will definitely be coming back. read more

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Was is the area for Comic-Con and had a hankering for dumplings. I ordered online and it said my order would be ready in 10-15mins. That was not the case. Got there and still had to wait another 30mins. The place was packed. It's noisy, clean and cold inside. Was decorated like any other place. Nothing stood out. We ordered soup dumplings, wonton soup and a side of rice. The food was just ok. I thought it would be amazing since the place was packed. Maybe I just use to something different since I'm from San Francisco, read more

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This review is for the takeout experience. Ordering online was very easy and the food was ready within 20 minutes. Parking around the restaurant however is hard but if you go with a buddy, then you can pick up your food. We got a whole spread of options, including dumplings, smashed cucumber salad, garlic green beans, beef noodle soup, and beef chow mein. The smashed cucumber salad and garlic green beans were huge portions and very flavorful. I could eat multiple plates of those - they really knocked it out of the park with their veggies. We also got the pork and chive dumplings (steamed) and the chicken and corn dumplings (boiled). I think I prefer the steamed dumplings over boiled, but it's nice that they provide different way to enjoy your dumplings: steamed, boiled or pan fried. The only dish that didn't quite hit the mark for me was the beef noodle soup. The noodles and beef weren't exactly what I was expecting compared to an another beef noodle soup place with braised beef & tendons. Instead, it was thin slices of beef. Overall, I think this is a great Chinese food option in the neighborhood without having to go to Convoy. read more

This is the best dumplings I've had in San Diego across the 5 years I've lived here. Going anywhere else is throwing your money away. Their soup dumplings are to die for! read more

Have yet to try the dumplings, but the Boba is Quality. I Really like the interior and the wooden tables and chairs. So Cute & oriental aesthetic. Reasonably priced Boba. read more

Dumplings N More - The rapture jkk hahaa - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

Dumplings N More a Chinese restaurant in Hillcrest located on Fifth Street only offers indoor seating and parking is a challenge but I suggest the pay to park at the lot where now closed RiteAid is. Fifth Street in Hillcrest has lots of eateries, many I simply have avoided because of the Lack of Curve appeal. There's a bus stop outside, the sidewalk needs to be power washed and the area in general tends to attract homeless and/or trouble makers. A few weeks ago, after visiting a the Blue Stocking bookstore, I stopped and peeked inside Dumplings N More restaurant and saw available seating next to the window. I stepped inside and was immersed greeted by the female hostess and she let me choose my seating, the booth by the window with my pup Fendi. This restaurant has been at this location for over a decade. Despite its longevity, the restaurant is not fancy but the interior looked clean, simple with a hospitable staff. Service from the hostess/waitress and server was pleasant, helpful and attentive. She was knowledgeable about the menu items and contents of the dishes. Because this restaurant specializes in dumplings, that's what I ordered along with other foods. I specifically requested 'No Pork' in any dumplings and this restaurant was very accommodating and honored my request. The multi colored dumplings were presented nicely and were very tasty. The steamed shrimp dumplings aka 'Har Gow' are always one of my favorites and these were delish. The garlic green beans were good but not as snappy as I would have liked. The Emerald Tofu soup with tofu and slivers of Napa cabbage was light, flavorful and a perfect starter. Because I had a positive overall dining experience, I would try other menu items in my next visit. Recommend. read more

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Took a group here after the college kids moved in the dorms so the families can get to know each other. It was great for a group because you can scan the menu and put in your order and then easily pay per family. The staff were super nice and accommodating the group. I didn't get a chance to take photos of everything but here are some highlights of what my family ate. - Spices wonton soup with pork - Tofu soup - if you are vegan make sure to ask for water broth because they normally use chicken broth - Hot and sour soup- this one is vegetarian- love that I could have it as I don't eat meat but it was very peppery so it will clear you out - cucumber salad - yummy and refreshing - shrimp dumpling - was a little fishy - Mongolian beef - Chinese cabbage and mushrooms - sooo good! read more

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The variety was incredible, and everything tasted homemade with care. It's the kind of place where you can't help but over-order and you'll be glad you did. Can't wait to come back on our next trip to SD The hot n sour was the best I ever had . read more

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I've always wanted to try this place and I'm so glad I did! The vibes in here are great and the staff is so kind. The servings are huge! The prices are very reasonable. The food was delicious, here are my ratings: 1. Boba, 5/5 - I've never had such a big boba. It is huge!! So worth it. 2. Chicken stir fried noodle, 3.5/5 - it's good but a little salty. Huge! I would share this would someone. 3. Spicy wonton pork, 4/5 - so good! The pork is amazing. Also a big serving. I recommend sharing this. The sauce is interesting but good. 4. The cream cheese wontons, 6/5 - these are too good! I could eat an infinite amount. read more

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The food here is absolutely amazing and so fresh! I love you can see them making the dumplings and the staff are so sweet! We will definitely be back!! read more

Dumplings N More - BBQ Pork Bun(5) Soup Dumplings Dumplings pan fried - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

Parking can be a challenge, but Dumplings N More is absolutely worth it. This place serves the best dumplings in San Diego at an unbeatable value. The pork and shrimp dumplings are flavorful and juicy, and the pan fried beef buns are mostly tender with a crisp side and fresh dough wrapped around savory beef filling--absolutely delicious. The egg drop soup is light, comforting, and full of flavor. The pork fried rice with spicy pickled vegetables is bold and satisfying. Don't forget to try the cucumber salad and iced green mango tea... it's refreshing and pairs beautifully with the meal. I love Chinese food, and this spot has quickly become my favorite in San Diego. Everything is made fresh, and you can taste the quality in every bite. Authentic, fresh, and consistently delicious. read more

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This is my new favorite Chinese food and dumpling place. I just left and had to write a review immediately because the Dan Dan noodles were THAT good. The dumplings were juicy and handmade, my fiance watched from our table. But those Dan Dan noodles!! I will be dreaming of them. The staff was also super nice and helpful when we needed it and all ordering took place on our phones via QR code! Cannot wait to come back. read more

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Everything is amazing here, including the service. My husband and I are big lovers of authentic Chinese cuisine and this is some of the best I have ever had. The hot and spicy wontons are hand made and have a delicious pork center and the sauce is amazing. Same goes the green beans tasty and cooked perfectly, crunch my and not soggy. And to top it off their hot and sour soup is some of the best I have ever had since our old place went out of business years ago! I highly highly recommend. read more

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I'm not sure how I never realized this place existed so close to me until now. I ordered the pork shrimp chive dumplings, boiled and they were delicious. Very plump and meaty. The scallion pancake was also solid. I did delivery so I can't comment on the ambiance but solid dumpling option in Hillcrest. read more

Dumplings N More - Boiled dumplings - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

*This was for takeout* Wanted to order in some dinner and decided on this restaurant since dumplings sounded good. Again, I would like to note this was delivery. I used uber eats and I paid to be the first delivery (live in North Park). I ordered the following: Spicy wontons- there was no spice to the sauce. It was like a thick peanut buttery odd sauce. I actually washed off the sauce. The wontons themselves had an odd texture to them but the flavor was OK. Soup dumplings - the skin was a bit thick but OK flavor. Pork/shrimp/chive dumplings - these were definitely my favorite. They were big and really flavorful. Hot and sour soup - OK flavor but really thick. If I were to order from here again, I would probably order the shrimp/pork/chive dumplings but the others were not my favorite. Maybe it would be different if I ate there. Sorry that the pics are a bit off but wanted to provide them. read more

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Came here on a rainy day, because the other restaurant we wanted to go to was closed for the holidays. We chose this as the backup restaurant since we are traveling and have a toddler with us. XLB and dumplings is always a hit with kids. We had hopes and were excited to give this place a try. However, once the food came, the disappointment only built from there. Our first dish, Mongolian beef, was extremely salty. My wife ended up, washing the meat in her hot water cup to remove some of the salt in order to feed it to our child. Second dish XLB, and the soup and meat in the dumpling was also, you guessed it, extremely salty. My kid who usually eats 8 to 10 of these only ended up eating one and a half pieces. Finally the veggie, stir fried broccoli, i'll let you tell me how it came out (hint: also extremely salty, to no surprise) We ended up eating about 1/4 of all the food we ordered before throwing in the towel. It was also very stuffy in the restaurant. Almost a full house and no circulating air. It was overall not enjoyable, both on food and ambiance. read more

Today I had their $13.99 lunch special and it was excellent! It was the lunch special board outside while I was walking dogs that made me think I haven't had Chinese food in a long time. I remember I went when they first opened for dumplings and they were just okay. Be careful of their front door because it is super heavy and it closed on the back of my healing hurt me and I remember that from the last time I went as well they really need to get that fixed before somebody gets really badly injured. It definitely hurt like hell and I have a bruise there now. Anyway back to the lunch special... I got the walnut shrimp with fried rice you have a choice of fried or steamed and then you can choose soup or veggies chose the veggies but I thought it was going to be veggie soup so I was a little bit confused when I looked in my container and it was broccoli I'm like oh I love broccoli so that was fine. I basically she pointed out that there was a spicy sour soup and then the veggie and I thought it was veggie soup so that was my bad. So I never write a review that fast unless I'm really impressed and that was the tastiest broccoli I've ever freaking had and it just looked like steamed broccoli! It had a sauce on it and it was so good I ate all my broccoli first. In fact it was so good my dog who hates veggies ate some broccoli. The walnut shrimp was really good and crunchy as well. The fried rice was typical fried rice nothing special but Lee was more impressed with the place the second time around with the lunch. I might go back and retry the dumplings maybe it was an off day on that first visit of mine. I've had excellent service both times. read more

Dumplings N More - Walnut shrimp $13 lunch special was great - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

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I have walked by here a million times and always wanted to try it, I'm glad I finally did! I came on Christmas day and it looks like a lot of other people had the same idea in mind as it was busy. That being said the staff was so incredibly friendly and were doing their best to keep up with all the orders while checking up on me which I really appreciated. I've had a few unfortunate experiences where I've been sitting somewhere for ages with no idea what's going on so despite how busy it was they were handling it as best as possible. And the food sure was worth it! The salt and pepper wings were crunchy and flavorful. I also really liked the custard buns. I'm not big on coconut so I was a little hesitant but it was a very subtle flavor that went really well with the warm custard inside. I will definitely have to come back when it's not a holiday so it isn't so busy. Please give Dumplings n More lots of love! They work very hard and deserve it! read more

Wow. I'm so glad we came across this little gem!! We ordered the chicken soup dumplings, the beef and green onion big bun, and the 3 piece chocolate dumplings to go. The food was ready SUPER quick, even on a busy Friday night! The food was so delicious, easily my favorite dim sum restaurant in San Diego. Our new spot for sure read more

This place is perfect for generous portions of food! The bowls of soup were good, the milk tea was GIANT, and we both took home enough stir fry noodles to have another full dinner the next night. Here are my ratings for the stuff we got in regards to food quality and flavor: Milk tea: standard 6/10 Egg and Shrimp dumplings: 5/10 the egg had an interesting texture Beef pan fried wontons: 8/10 best thing on the menu Chicken stir fry noodles: 7/10 a little salty but flavorful Egg Drop soup: 7/10 standard The service was really fast and folks were sweet. There's a QR code ordering service so you don't have to flag someone down to actually order something. If you ever just want good hearty Chinese, this is the place to be; the vibes are very home style as well! read more

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I've been here twice. The first time I ordered the dan dan noodles which was very tasty but a bit surprising as the noodles were more like spaghetti shaped. Both times I ordered the hot and sour soup which for the price cannot be beat. Amazing flavor too. I finally tried the dumplings. I opted for steamed pork and onion dumplings. The best! You have to try this place. read more

I'm from San Diego but now live in Idaho. I was in town visiting with my son and he wanted to come here for lunch. It was a Sunday. Parking in Hillcrest is at a premium, and I had to park in the Rite Aid lot at $6 an hour, a rip off. The entrance and interior is nondescript. We grabbed a booth. On the tables are QR codes to scan and look at the menu, as well as order. My son ordered for us, two orders of 9 dumplings of different proteins, including shrimp, beef, and lamb. We also had a seaweed salad, which wasn't bad. I'm not a dumpling guy, but they were tasty. The people were cordial and professional, but we really didn't interact with them much. Because I'm not into this kind of food, I wouldn't come back, except if my son wanted to return the next time I'm in town. But it seemed very popular and was fairly busy, even though it was 1:30 pm by the time we arrived. read more

Food was amazing, and service was friendly and flexible. The ambiance overall felt like your own home with incredibly great dishes. The portions are also generous. Would recommend! read more

Dumplings N More - Red Bean Piggy Bun - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

Went here for dinner and the food was really good. I was traveling with my family, my dad really love the house made chili and my favorite was the beef noodle soup and the dan dan noodle. Service went by fast and staff was friendly. Ambiance is nicely decorated as well. read more

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This place is so cool. I ordered a tea, which was refreshing on such a hot day. While enjoying my boba, I was able to watch them hand stuff their dumplings through a window they have set up. Really cool to watch. read more

Great yummy food. Good service and ambiance. Will come back. Good prices. All options are good. read more

Dumplings N More - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

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This place is the best. Everytime I go the food is outstanding, and the service is truely first class. The waitress remembers me and my last order. I highly recommend the braised beef soup, the soup dumplings, and the Lamb dumplings. Also love the scallion pancakes. Always get this, and then I add one item to try something new, and never disappointed. I can't recommend this place enough. read more

Great: Garlic green beans, soup dumplings, scallion pancakes Meh: Chicken fried rice, orange chicken We would return for the great items and give the noodles and crispy chicken a try instead of what we got. read more

There's always a first try, a first taste of new food. Here, at Dumplings N More is where I tasted Spicy Wonton for the first time. The chewy fresh dough, the well seasoned filling and then, the heat of the sauce, so delicious. A satisfying cheat to what would have been the boring meal I had planned, and now I have to stay off the avenue. If I drive past this cute restaurant, I will stop, I will order again and again. Oh, but the Smashed Cucumbers are the right complement to the wontons. Loaded with garlic, the cool bite size cucumbers are a delight. Street parking, bus, bicycle. Casual interior A chill spot, not fast food My server was very nice, as she took a couple of minutes to explain the menu read more

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This is my go to delivery spot. I love their spicy won tons and egg drop soup. It's an excellent combo for lunch because the soup tones down the spice and has the best broth! Their other dumplings are good too, if I'm ordering for 2 of us. read more

Very relax and comfortable. I love how they use good product. Hair is very shiny after treatmen.

After a quick yelp search we found ourselves at the door step of Dumplings N More. We had a VERY picky child who had declared he would eat nothing before we walked in. Much to his surprise he loved the crispy chicken and chicken fried rice. We ordered chicken noodles, hot and sour soup, rainbow dumplings, and soup dumplings. Everything was sooo tasty and exactly what we needed on a rainy San Diego evening. Our host Jean was the sweetest and so attentive. Made our kids feel so special. They even got to watch dumplings being made through a window. The location feels homey. Definitely will be coming back read more

Dumplings N More - Soup dumplings - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

I really enjoy the pan fried dumplings in dumplings n more. Located right across Chocolat in Hillcrest, Dumplings n More serve both cold and hot dishes. I really like their pan fried dumplings and their big steamed bun but the service here is slooooowwww. So if you're impatient like me, you should get it to-go...but even then they make you wait. I would also skip the boba. It wasn't very good. Food is 4/5 but service is like 3/5. One of the better Chinese spot in San Diego. Price: $$ Parking: Meter parking. I recommend parking a few blocks away if you aren't able to find parking. It is located in the heart of Hillcrest so you will have to walk to get here. Service: Sloooooow. Food is good though and comes out fresh & hot. Recommendations: Pan fried dumplings and big beef bun. read more

Dumplings N More - Egg Drop Soup - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

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We had a very frustrating experience here. When we arrived, we asked for paper menus instead of scanning, and the menus we were given had different prices than what we were ultimately charged, which was already concerning. Service was extremely poor. It took a long time for anyone to take our order because the staff seemed much more focused on to-go orders than the tables in the restaurant. After we finally got our food, no one checked on our table even once. When we wanted to order more egg rolls, we literally had to yell "excuse me" across the room to get someone's attention. We also made it clear from the beginning that we were two separate groups eating together, but when it came time to pay they refused to split the check according to what each group ordered. Instead they said they could only split the bill in half, which makes no sense. I ended up putting the bill on my card so my friend could send me their portion. While I was paying, I was prompted on the screen to add a tip, so I selected one even though the service had already been pretty bad. Only after looking at the receipt did we realize they had already added an automatic gratuity to the bill for a party of 8, even though there were only 7 people total (including two toddlers under 3 who only shared appetizers). This was never mentioned to us at any point. When we brought it up, the staff acted confused and went to talk among themselves. The server then asked which gratuity I wanted refunded, and I said both. After another discussion in the back, they came back and handed me cash for only one of the gratuities, but the additional tip I had been prompted to add was never refunded. Between the incorrect party size, undisclosed automatic gratuity, double tipping prompt, inability to split checks properly, outdated menu prices, and lack of service, the entire experience felt very misleading and poorly managed. Definitely won't be returning. read more

I tried Dumpings N More last night with my husband and baby, the whole experience was amazing. I drove by this place so many times but I always thought it was an American Chinese food place, because it was not at convoy and their name highlights dumplings. But I was totally wrong, their dumplings, wonton and XiaoLongBao probably are the most authentic and delicious in San Diego! I am very honest to say that, and they are ten times better than Din Tai Fung. Also they look amazing as well, I had the colorful dumplings with various flavors, each one is fully stuffed, the skin is thin but hold the stuffer very nicely. The colors of the dumplings are made from real food, all hand made, healthy and tasty. Xiao Long Bao totally passed my expectations, the juice inside is made of real pork jelly, so it's not only juicy but also has that kind of sticky and flavorful taste, it is amazing. The chicken wings make my husband so satisfied, it's very crunchy outside and juicy and tender inside, it is also very flavorful, my husband said it was even better than his fav chicken wings spot Bonchon. The spicy wonton is great as well, the sauce they used makes me think of Malatang's sauce, I can literally dip everything in it, it is made from both sesame and peanut butter, that's why it is very flavorful and delicious. The dessert buns are cute and yummy as well, the lava stuffer tastes so satisfying and they look very nice when you opened it. We also had a cumin lamb, but we are too full to eat a lot of that, I just had a bite, the cumin flavor is strong and there are tons of lamb inside, with the price you paid, it is very worthy. I have to come back here, this restaurant becomes top 3 Chinese restaurant in my opinion. I want to try their giant steamed bun and Tan Tan noodles the next time. Plus their service is super friendly, and the restaurant itself is clean and has welcomed atmosphere. I highly recommend you to try. read more

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