This is a decent place in the area to satisfy your Chinese food cravings, especially if you're craving soup dumplings. For anyone familiar with Chinese soup dumplings, you know the best ones are made fresh to order right in front of you. But let's be realistic--if a restaurant did that here, the price per serving would probably double just to cover the high cost of rent and labor. With that in mind, I'm actually very pleased with the quality of food they offer at the price point. Besides the pork soup dumplings, I highly recommend the green beans with garlic. They're well made and flavorful. I also ordered the minced pork noodles with cucumber slices, and everything was very tasty. I came here with my daughter around 1:00 p.m. on a weekday, and it was pretty quiet. We were seated right away and really enjoyed the relaxed dining atmosphere. The server/owner was warm, friendly, and very helpful. I'd definitely come back whenever another Chinese soup dumpling craving hits! read more

eLoong Dumplings - Pork soup dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Westlake Village, California

This is a great place to satisfy your Chinese food cravings. We came on a Sunday for lunch, found plenty of parking, and were seated quickly despite the restaurant being busy. The servers were attentive and efficient, bringing out each dish promptly. We ordered the xiao long bao, bok choy, string beans, and minced pork noodles. I originally came here after seeing a TikTok comparing it to Din Tai Fung. While not everything was exactly the same, they offered their own unique take on some of the dishes. The food was flavorful, the service was excellent, and we left full and satisfied. I'd definitely come back to try more items on the menu. read more

eLoong Dumplings - Minced Pork Noodles 炸酱面, Bok Choy 青江菜, String Bean 四季豆, Cucumber Salad 小黃瓜cucumber - Chinese Near Me - Westlake Village, California

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We were excited to come back to this place after a few years and chose it to celebrate a pre-Mother's Day lunch with my family. We checked in and were placed on the waitlist. After waiting, we noticed all the parties ahead of us had been crossed off and we were next. About 20-30 minutes later, we came back and saw two available tables that could accommodate our family of four. One waitress reminded another that we were "on the waitlist," and she then loudly shouted across a room full of customers, "We don't have any available tables right now." The way the situation was handled felt very dismissive and humiliating, especially in front of my children. It was disappointing because we had been looking forward to returning and spending a special family afternoon there. Thankfully, we walked over to Muzen Sushi instead and the experience there completely turned our day around. The sushi was excellent, the customer service was outstanding, and they made our family feel genuinely welcomed. Highly recommend Muzen Sushi. read more

My hubby and I had been wanting to try eLoong Dumplings for a while. Unfortunately, the food left something to be desired. We ordered warm edamame and egg drop soup to start. Then had noodles with chicken, chicken wontons with spicy sauce, pork buns and shrimp shumai. The egg drop soup was delicious and just like I remembered. The sauce on the edamame had a little too much vinegar or something that made our lips pucker. The chicken wontons were decent. However, the pork buns and shrimp shumai totally fell off the mark. The taste of the shrimp shumai was not good and a tad too fishy (I know it's shrimp but this was too much). Overall, staff were friendly and service was good. Food was disappointing. read more

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Highly suggest trying this place. Husband and I like dumplings and have a few spots we frequent in Orange County but living in Camarillo, its a far drive. Stumbled upon this place and so happy we did. Everything we tried today, we'd reorder. Pork soup dumplings Pork buns Minced pork noodles Sides- Cabbage, green beans, cucumbers Hot and sour soup All excellent and food came out relatively fast. Nice service and casual atmosphere. We will be back! read more

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Omg--if you love Din Tai Fung, you're going to fall in love with the local gem eLoong Dumplings in Westlake! I can't believe I hadn't tried this place sooner--10/10 across the board. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with such a warm welcome and attentive service, paired with a calm, inviting ambiance. (They're located in the TJ Maxx shopping center.) We ordered the egg drop soup, Xiao Long Bao pork dumplings, cucumbers, and minced pork noodles--and wow, everything was incredibly rich and flavorful. Portions were generous too; we even had leftovers to take home. Such a cute spot for lunch or date night, and it truly gives you that comforting, home-cooked meal vibe. A total hidden gem! read more

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A classic take on Xiao Long Bao! I've been coming here for the last decade. It is one of my favorite places to get Xiao Long Bao. I also had tried many other items on their menu, such as the Spicy Chicken wontons and their sautéed greens. It's probably one of the most consistent high quality food and high quality service, as a costumer whose comeback many times. I've suggested it to other friends and they have also loved it, it's always been a hit. The Xiao Long Bao (Pork Soup Dumplings) is what I get everytime and recommend to anyone for when they come. The ambience and decoration has always been nice, neat, and simplistic. If you live nearby or just spending your day in Thousand Oaks, this is a great stop by lunch or dinner. read more

eLoong Dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Westlake Village, California

The food was good, but a little bland. I am a bit spoiled by Din Tai Fung outings, but nonetheless, my spicy shrimp and pork wonton dish could have used more flavor and more sauce. I did enjoy the cucumber salad and the hot and sour soup. My kids' chicken fried rice was okay, but once again it tasted like it needed an additional ingredient or two. For desert, we had delicious mochi ice cream and I tried their Hawthorn Berry Tanghulu, which is essentially frozen cherries, somewhat candied in a sugar coating and served on a stick. Pretty good, unique taste and texture and it looked esthetically beautiful. The place had good energy and modern, asian-inspired design. The service was friendly and excellent. The staff worked fast to accommodate me and my family. read more

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Unfortunately, this was one of the most disappointing Asian food experiences I've had. We ordered a large variety of dishes and almost every one lacked flavor. The only items that were actually good were the pork soup dumplings and the sesame balls. The bao buns were also a miss the dough itself was cooked perfectly, but the meat inside was completely flavorless. The spare ribs were especially bad in both taste and quality and honestly should be reworked or removed from the menu. They looked and tasted very cheap. The chicken fried noodles were another low point: no sauce, no seasoning, and easily the worst noodles I've had. Overall, a huge disappointment. read more

A great alternative to din tai fung in the area. The dumplings are tasty, broccoli is flavorful, and shrimp fried rice is exceptional. All of the servers we interacted with are friendly and attentive. Would definitely recommend if you're looking for some good dumplings and Chinese food in Westlake. read more

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I love this place, I've been coming here on and off for the last four years and the service is always very homestyle and the food is great and you get a lot for what you pay for. Today I tried their new chocolate filled dumplings, similar to Din Tai Fung and they tasted absolutely amazing. read more

eLoong Dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Westlake Village, California

ELoong Dumplings is pure comfort wrapped in perfection. Every bite feels like it was handmade by someone who genuinely cares whether you're happy or not and spoiler alert, you will be. The soup dumplings burst with rich broth and tender filling, perfectly balanced between savory and soothing. The pan-fried ones? Crispy bottoms, soft tops, a full personality in a single bite. The spicy wontons come swimming in chili oil that somehow manages to be both fiery and addictive without overpowering the flavor. And the noodles... chewy, silky, and tossed in sauce so good it should have its own fan club. The service is kind, the food comes out hot, and the vibe is simple: no fuss, all flavor. A true hidden gem. If happiness had a flavor, it would taste exactly like these dumplings. read more

!! Food was sooo good and the service was very sweet and friendly. The restaurant is very clean and not overwhelming. Moderate wait time for food after ordering but nothing major - the food is worth it. I didn't think to take any pictures but would highly recommend the following: - Egg Drop Soup - Braised Short Ribs (sooo tender) - Pork Soup XLB (my personal fav) - Pork and Shrimp Dumplings - Shrimp Shumai - Pork Bao Buns (best bao I've ever had) - Chocolate Dumplings Go eat! Enjoy! Looking forward to going back read more

The food here is pretty good, the restaurant is cute inside, and it's family friendly. I had a question about what I ordered and the server became defensive even though I was just curious about the dish. The interaction felt a little strange, but maybe she was stressed because the owner was there. I'd still go back read more

Solid dumpling place near TO (which has some good Chinese restaurants but not a lot of dumplings places that I've found). There plenty of parking outside which is a plus. Simple interior with friendly service. We got three varietals of dumplings and all were good (pork, chicken, and veggie). The bao dough was soft and fluffy. Would be interested in trying some of their other nonsmoking dishes. read more

eLoong Dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Westlake Village, California

Everything tasted so good. I think their cucumber salad tastes better than the one at Din tai fung. The service was great and the food came out pretty fast. Would definitely come back again. read more

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Tasty and tiny. Not a large spot but free parking and quick service. A good spot if you love a good dumpling. read more

Came here around noon on a Friday for lunch with a small group, total 4 of us. The decent sized parking lot was pretty packed but there were definitely spots open. The restaurant wasn't busy at all and we were sat immediately and provided a paper menu to order from. 2 friends in the group say dinner is much busier, so plan accordingly! The service throughout was quick, attentive, and friendly. The inside was bright and modern and there is a one stall bathroom. My boyfriend and I decided to get the braised beef shank in Szechuan noodle soup, noodles with minced pork in soy bean sauce, pork soup dumplings, and salted egg custard buns while the other couple got chicken fried rice, noodles in sesame sauce, and the same dumplings and buns. The food was ready quickly. First was the fried rice and noodle soup. The noodle soup was flavorful, with decent portions of everything. There were plenty of noodles, slices of thin beef, and a good amount of bok choy. The noodles with minced pork also was flavorful and had good textures going on. The soup dumplings were just okay to me. Not as umami as I am used to. I personally believe more flavorful ones are served at Yunnan restaurant in Oak Park. The salted egg buns were a good size and had a lot of filling. They weren't super creamy but still had good flavor. Overall, a decent Chinese spot in a place without many Chinese restaurants. If you are not as familiar with Chinese food, this is a good place to start. It's also a convenient location for lunch time and I think it's a good spot to take coworkers. If you like stronger authentic flavors, I would suggest Yunnan. read more

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Tasty find nearby my work office perfect for a Chinese craving on lunch break. My friends and I came in for a meal around 12pm and luckily had been sat immediately as they were maybe at about half capacity. Their menu features 2 parts, a small dim sum selection where you get to write in how many orders you want of the smaller bites ( dumplings, buns, etc ) and their plastic menu has images for their larger entrees. We had ordered family style with a combination of dim sum, noodles, and rice. Our selections made Their way to our table in waves starting with the spicy beef noodle soup and fried rice. The soup had good spicy/umami broth and plenty of noodles and bok choy. Their beef was tender and overall a fair portion. From everything we ordered I think the soup packed the strongest punch (flavor wise) followed by their sesame noodles. The portions were good but i think were weaker flavors than what i was expecting. Sadly this was the same experience with their pork soup dumplings. They had good chewy texture and good amount of pork filling but very little soup broth :( the flavor was good but nothing crazy. All things considered i think this restaurant is perfect for people dipping their toe in Chinese cuisine. The traditional flavors were subtly there and featured good ingredients. The staff was wonderful from top to bottom. Considering the area this restaurant is on the better side of the spectrum for Chinese cuisine in my opinion. The modern decor and furniture it's bright and appealing especially with the large windows that allow sun to brighten up their seating area. I'm happy i tried this restaurant it was pretty good overall and great for the community it generally serves. read more

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Who doesn't love supporting local mom-and-pop restaurants? We found eLoong Dumplings through Yelp, and the reviews definitely didn't lie. The soup dumplings were juicy and full of flavor, the garlic green beans were delicious, and the spicy shrimp & pork dumplings were packed with taste. We ended the meal with the sesame balls, which came out nice and warm. So glad we discovered eLoong -- we'll definitely be back the next time we're in the area! read more

Their vegan options might be the best choice. Their dumplings were pretty good. They close in middle of the day after lunch. Parking is not an issue. Service was good. It's a quick lunch restaurant read more

eLoong Dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Westlake Village, California

100% will come back here! Food is delicious and tastes fresh. Every time felt healthy yet tasty. They have a sign that states food is made fresh and without msg and has veggie options. We loved the pork soup dumplings, wonton soup and the fried rice! Service was attentive despite a busy day. There was a mistake in the rice we ordered but they fixed it with no issue. Place is a small restaurant and was busy on a Sunday. It has a family, casual feel! For parents, there is no baby changing table which I hope can be placed in the future! read more

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Social media, when used properly can be a great tool. While taking a mental break at work, I came across a post from a co-worker who was out to lunch at eLoong Dumplings. The pictures and video post quickly gave me FOMO. The food looked fresh, delicious, and of generous portions. The next day I found myself at eLoong Dumplings! Based on what I had seen from the posts, I wasn't going solo to this gem! I'm all about sharing experiences with others. Insert work-family into the mix. The three of us arrived hungry and expecting to share a few dishes. When you have 3 men eating amazingly fresh and delicious food, well, there isn't much "small talk" - actually none to be specific. The only sounds were the chewing, and slurping of the noodles. Every once-and-a-while, an occasional, "this is good" or "wow" or "i really like this" was uttered after a bite. We even ate all of the ginger and hot sauce condiments on the table. Nothing was safe from our appetites. What an awesome addition to the lunch rotation! The owner was super sweet and friendly. Service was great. As soon as a dish was empty, the server came by to pickup the dishes. Our Order: 2 Orders of the Baby Cucumber Salad in Szechuan Style. (tasted like Mexican "Pepinos" with a twist) 1 Order of the Shredded Pork Fried Rice 1 Order of the Vegetable Fried Noodles 1 Order of the Sautéed Broccoli w/ Garlic 1 Order of the Sautéed Baby Bok Choy 1 Order of the Chicken Dumplings (9 Pieces) 1 Ginger Condiment Container (no charge) 1 Hot Sauce Condiment Container (no charge) Total $84.00 plus tip came out to $105.00. Divided by 3 people. $35 per person Lunch. Total Satisfaction 100% 5-Star Rating. In the words of our Ex-Governor of California..."I'll Be Back!" read more

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We ate here a few weeks back; I have mixed thoughts on the dumplings/wontons: You get 9 per order, they are not spicy as one would think, and there is an odd sweet aftertaste that I could not get past. I really enjoyed the bok-choy it was simple, fresh & tasty. Overall the food is fresh, noodle dough is hand-made. The restaurant is small and clean but depending on time of visit, the parking is a bit iffy. When I asked the owner, she really didn't understand me, so I left with my curiosity intact. I'm not sure if I'll return, but this is the only authentic dumpling place in the area. read more

came in tuesday at 730 and I was really impressed! One of the things that stood out right away is that they don't use MSG in their cooking, which makes a big difference if you're sensitive to it or just prefer cleaner flavors. The soup dumplings were fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care--you can really taste the quality of the ingredients. The fillings were well-seasoned without being overly salty, and the wrappers had that perfect balance of softness with a slight chew. The menu has a nice variety, and it's refreshing to know everything is made without additives while still being incredibly satisfying. The staff was friendly, and the atmosphere felt warm and welcoming--perfect for a casual meal with friends or a quick bite. Overall, it's a great spot if you're looking for delicious dumplings that are wholesome and MSG-free. I'll definitely be back to try more of their dishes. if it taste "bland" lol you eat too much additives in your foods read more

eLoong Dumplings - soup dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Westlake Village, California

I love this restaurant. Every bite is delicious. We had green beans,cucumbers,chicken fried rice (love this one) and a couple different won tons. I didn't feel bloated and gross afterwards. I highly recommend. Their chili oil tastes really amazing. read more

Small, casual, and inviting spot with really friendly people working there. Service is quick, which I appreciate, and the food is consistently good. This has become my favorite Asian food in the area so far. Is it Din Tai Fung? No--but it's good, satisfying, and I don't have to leave the area, which counts for a lot. Everything we ordered was solid. The chicken and shrimp wontons in chili sauce were flavorful, the sautéed green beans were perfectly done, the lotus sticky rice was comforting, and the chicken bao buns were all-around delicious. Only wish (according to my husband)...He wished they served beer. Something simple like Tsing Tao, Sapporo, or Asahi would be perfect. Easy place to enjoy good food without the fuss. I'll definitely be back. read more

One of our favorite places to eat in the area when we are getting a craving for dumplings/wontons. It's a small mom and pop type establishment and the service has alway been friendly and food quickly gets to your table. Some of the standout dishes for us are the Vegetable Wontons w/Spicy Sauce (not very spicy but so much flavor!!), any of the Fried Rice dishes, Shredded Pork Fried Noodle, Sauteed String Beans (a must!), Pork Dumplings & Pork Buns. You really can't go wrong with anything on their menu...it's all delicious! read more

I completely agree with Justin's review--my experience was very similar. I ordered the shrimp stir-fry noodles, but the shrimp had a noticeably fishy smell and didn't taste very fresh. The bok choy, however, was outstanding, and the pork dumplings were decent--nothing remarkable, but fine. The issue that really left a bad impression happened when my nephew and I were getting ready to leave. My nephew wanted to try their red bean bun. While he was trying to talk me into getting the 6 mini red bean dumplings, I told him--in front of the waitress--"Let's just get one red bean bun. I'll taste it and you can have the rest." The waitress seemed to acknowledge that. When I got the bill, I noticed I was charged for two red bean buns. I pointed it out, and at first she said she would remove the extra charge. A few minutes later she came back and told me, "They already started the two, so I'm sorry." I was confused. At most restaurants that value customer satisfaction, they would simply remove the item I didn't order. Mistakes happen--I completely understand that--but choosing not to correct it sent the message that keeping a small charge mattered more than encouraging customers to return. She noticed I was bothered and tried to reassure me by saying, "But they're really good." And to be fair, the red bean bun was delicious. But I still felt pressured into paying for something I didn't ask for, and that left a bad taste in my mouth--more than the food ever could. Overall: Shrimp stir-fry noodles: shrimp smelled fishy/not fresh Bok choy: delicious Pork dumplings: decent Red bean bun: delicious, though I felt pushed into buying two when I only wanted one Service: The two young servers were polite, and one of them was working especially hard. Would I return? Unfortunately, no. If the business had simply removed the extra charge, I would have happily given them another chance. But the way the situation was handled made me feel unvalued as a customer. read more

This place is tucked away in an outdoor strip in Thousand Oaks, but it is really wonderful. The food is so good. We couldn't eat everything we ordered so I got to take some home. I'd eat here everyday if I lived in Thousand Oaks. We had between us three different shrimp, dishes, chicken dishes. I I didn't try any of the beef or pork dishes. My friend said they were You can take her word on that. read more

Everything here is house-made, and you can taste the superior quality with your first bite. The atmosphere is casual, making it a great spot for small groups, though larger parties might want to call ahead. The dumplings are the real star here. I tried the chicken wontons in spicy sauce and the chicken & shrimp wontons in spicy sauce. The latter was slightly juicier, but both were excellent. The chicken dumplings had a great filling-to-wrapper ratio, making each bite satisfying. I also sampled the steamed spare ribs, which were extremely soft but a bit bland - definitely needed some extra sauce to elevate them. Service was prompt, but I was a little put off by one server who cleaned a table and swept the floor before running food to customers without washing their hands. Overall, eLoong Dumplings is the best spot for quality dumplings in the area, in my opinion. I'll definitely be back when the dumpling craving hits! read more

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My cousin and I tried to eat here, we put our names on the waiting list and waited directly outside the front door for roughly 20 minutes, another party arrived after us, also putting their names on the waitlist and were seated before us. Don't go here if you would like to be treated with respect read more

Die hard fan of this place. Everything is so flavorful, staff is kind, the food is so fresh, and it comes out pretty quick. I've had just about everything from the menu and I can honestly say it's all delicious. read more

I found this spot from Tiktok as a "dupe" for a popular similar styled restaurant. For the location, price and taste it's the best you'll get for the outskirts of LA/ Ventura County area. So you gotta check it out! The service is super fast and attentive. On a busy Thursday night there was only two servers Eyal and Jaylene. Who are both seating guests, taking orders, running food and bussing tables. Friendly reminder to be kind to your food service workers!!! The ambiance is busy and full, which is great to see for a small business. Wasn't a fan of the spare ribs just a little too oily for my liking. But overall the green beans, chicken dumplings and pork fried rice were tasty! read more

eLoong Dumplings - Green Sautéed String Bean with Garlic, Chicken Dumplings and Shredded Pork Fried Rice. - Chinese Near Me - Westlake Village, California

Dumplings are always a good idea! Our server was very friendly and had great recommendations. We got there around 6 and soon after the place was packed. Not an empty seat. read more

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Love their dumplings. Very fresh and tasty. Hot and sour soup was one don't best I've had. I was not in love with the wonton soup, the broth was over powered with seaweed. Out server was very attentive and friendly. The prices are on the order sheet, not the picture menu, so it's easy to go over board. It's a chill place - good place to meet up with friends for lunch. Not their fault, but drivers in this parking lot are crazy. read more

Another excellent experience. I don't spend much time in this area anymore but being able to stop in and eat some delicious dumplings was a treat. The service is quick, the place itself is casual and comfortable. Today I had a little of the egg soup, cucumbers, soup dumplings and chicken dumplings. Tried the new pumpkin red bean cakes and the Hawthorne berries tanghulu. Both might be seasonal items but both were wonderful. The tanghulu was new to me and I had only seen them online. Crunch and cold and sweet! The pumpkin cakes had a delicately crisp exterior and chewy- kinda gummy interior. Very interesting and a tasty way to end the meal. read more

BEWARE!! I used to be a regular here, but after my recent experience, I will not be returning. While having dinner with my family, I witnessed the manager publicly belittle and degrade our waitress in front of the entire restaurant. It was cruel, unnecessary, and honestly disturbing to watch. Our waitress was doing a good job, yet the manager seemed to take pleasure in humiliating her, and it was clear the target was a young employee. There is absolutely no excuse for treating staff, especially teenagers, this way. It was abusive and completely unprofessional. This behavior reflects terribly on the establishment. The manager should not be in a leadership position. I cannot support this business. Truly disappointing and disgusting. read more

Cute little shop in a strip mall with easy free parking. The waiter Jaylene was sweet and friendly. Restaurant was clean and comfortable. Food was good, no msg. I liked how the menu was easy to read and not confusing. read more

eLoong Dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Westlake Village, California

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The food was great & worth it! You get a good amount of food with the prices. The shrimp fried rice was good! The wontons & dumplings were good too! The beef noodle soup was very flavor full. When I picked up the food it was packed. Now I know it's because the food is so good. The parking lot is sort of small since it's in a plaza with other businesses. read more