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Emperor Dumpling

4.2 (48 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Chicken steamed dumplings
Fenn N.

The dumpling wrapper was chewy and a little tough. The chicken filling wasn't great. I wished it had more flavor. $11 for eight small dumplings is steep. There are other lunch options in the area.

Ma Po Tofu with beef Over Rice
Jerry K.

Solid lunch meal deal with authentic flavors and spice levels. It's a rare occasion to find Sichuan mapo tofu in midtown at a fast take out location, but here Emporor Dumpling is providing just that. The menu is loaded with food options, from dishes over rice to dumplings but the lunch special is the show stealer. It also comes in a separated container to split the dish and the rice to keep them seprate and warm until it's time to feast. Included is also a drink for the price most places in the area charge for appetizers or a cold sandwich. You can order at the coutner or the digital kiosk on the side making transactions quick or friendly with the very patient and upbeat staff. There are a few tables and window seats so eating in is also an option, but the ambiance is bare bones as most fast take out places are. Emperor Dumpling delivers on taste, price, and speed. Something you normally don't see a trifecta of.

JiHae L.

This is the correct spot and not the Brooklyn location. Stopped by Emperor Dumpling for lunch and got the Mapo Tofu with Rice special. I ordered at the counter (not online or kiosk), and the food came out quickly. The tofu was spicy with a lingering kick, and I liked that it included bits of beef. It came with white rice and a bottle of water, which was a nice touch. Packaging was smart. The rice and tofu were separated but in the same container, keeping it neat. Also, if you pay with cash, it's 3% cheaper. Great spot for a quick, flavorful lunch. I'll be back to try the dumplings next time!

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Min F.

Getting in late on a trip and starving...ordered to go to take back to the hotel...soooooo happy we did! Each meal was great! I loved loved loved the Pork Fried Rice! The young lady working the front was super nice and made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy this dinner! If you blink you will walk right by so don't!

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Nicole G.

I am staying in a hotel that is a 3 minute walk away. So I decided to check it out. I was not disappointed. Phannee greeted me in a very cheerful way. She even let me change my order last minute. She was very pleasant and professional. The inside was clean. There are a few seats inside if you wanted to eat there, there was also bar like seats facing outside if you wanted to people watch while you ate. The food was delicious. I would absolutely return!

Roast pork over Rice
Moni K.

Great casual Chinese food spot with the usual choices and dim sum options. Service is great, fast and friendly. I thought the "over rice" dishes were well portioned between your protein rice and steamed bok choy with good flavors. I would stop in here again.

Mapo tofu with minced meet Mapo Tofu Over Rice
Cairo R.

I tried this place today for lunch. The service was really good and quick. The dish I got was Mapo tofu with minced beef over rice... an almost vegetarian meal. This is probably the best tofu I've ever had! The sauce was a perfect consistency, not too thick at all. I also really enjoyed the flavor which was a little sweet and the tiniest amount of spice from chilies, but absolutely nothing too hot that someone who does not like spicy food could not handle. Although the eatery is small, there is still plenty of space for sitting. I decided to eat in the restaurant, and listen to the soft jazz music playing in the background. Overall, a great experience, and I would come here again.

Steamed Pork and Bok Choy Dumpling
Yiven C.

Solid 3.5 star experience For for emperor +'s: + Dumplings came out fast and delicious. Got take out and two sauces came with it for free + Hot and sour soup was also decent + Fast service + Definitely would return because it's solid + Seating is clean and basic

Dry chicken teriyaki over rice
Risa H.

Emperor Dumplings was not good in my opinion - the chicken teriyaki was dry and cut super thin and my boba was very sweet (I asked for 20% sweet); the boba was mushy and clumped together, as if it was yesterday's leftover boba. Not sure if I would recommend based on the lunch I got today for delivery..

Amber W.

Great place! Food looks great and tastes delicious!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wide selection of food

General Tso's Chicken over Rice Lunch Special
Dom G.

Good lunch value meal in midtown. I ordered in advance via Grubhub to avoid the lines. Friendly service provided. Overall good for what it is but don't expect anything mind blowing. There's limited seating inside the restaurant on first come first serve basis.

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Just finished a terrific lunch. While I didn't think to take pictures, I was very impressed. A quick and easy dumpling spot in Midtown.

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The food and people are really nice! I enjoy the lunch menu. The food is in good portions

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The food here is amazing and the staff is exceptional. Man is the register is the epitome of a multi-tasker.

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Quality food for a great price. Will definitely be back! Highly recommend general Tso chicken

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Great food! Great service! Very nice Lunch special on weekdays is worth the money. Very tasty food. Will definitely visit again!

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Food is of great quality. I've had other Chinese food at other places. I just love this place!

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This location has very friendly service and the mango smoothie is sweet and smooth

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Great customer service and good portions. She answered all my questions and helped me decide what to get. Lots of options!

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