Came at 1 PM on a Saturday and there was no line. Small spot, but we were able to grab a seat…read more Braised beef noodle soup was good after adding hot sauce, but nothing too special. The crisp fritter jianbing, however, is out of this world. I want it again ASAP. Would try the hot and sour noodles next time as well! 4.5 stars.

Owners were super nice and service was quick. A few tables to sit at, no frills. Takes cards. The…read morepork was a bit too fatty for me (usually pork belly comes with SOME lean meat but this was all fat) but flavors were delicious.

I've been going to North Dumpling's original location since I was in high school, and nearly 20…read moreyears later, I'm still a loyal customer, now visiting their new spot. That alone says a lot. The new location is a great upgrade. It's more spacious and comfortable, but still keeps that simple, no-frills charm that makes North Dumpling what it is. And best of all, it's still incredibly affordable. Every visit feels nostalgic for me. Even with the expanded space, it's the same North Dumpling I've grown to love over the years. Prices are still cheap. It's a true testament to their commitment to serving great food and staying accessible to their community.

I have fond memories of getting dumplings in Chinatown over the years, so when I learned about…read moreNorth Dumpling I was eager to try it. I stopped by on a weekday afternoon, and I did admire the quick service. However, part of the reason for that quickness was that the dumplings were not freshly made. I ordered the chives and pork pan-fried dumplings, and they did not have that crispiness you expect with pan-fried dumplings. Once I ordered, the server removed them from a container near the register, and I wished I could have tried them after they were just fried. I also found them lacking in flavor, and the only upside is that the dumpling quantity to price ratio was a good value. Yet, given the dumping quality I don't see myself returning.

Tried Tonii's Fresh Rice Noodle Roll and I'm already excited to come back! The rice noodle rolls…read morewere SO good. super soft with an amazing texture that tasted incredibly fresh. We also got the lemon tea, toast, and congee and everything together was super affordable for how satisfying the meal was. One of my favorite parts was that each table has a variety of sauces so you can mix and create your own perfect combo. Definitely a spot that i'm always craving!

I got the beef churn fun. It was fresh. Kind of interesting seeing a Hispanic man in the back…read moremaking them! It was pillowy with bits of beef dispersed throughout. They let you add your sauces which I always put peanut butter, soy sauce and hoisin sauce. The portion size was bigger than I remembered. It was also 7 dollars now. I would definitely come back again for churn fun when I'm in the neighborhood.

Love this place. Come here all the time. In the cold. In the heat. Rain or shine, they have my…read morebusiness. Service is no nonsense, fast and kind. Ambiance is chill af. Come here and enjoy great food.

The description says it all. Phenomenal dumplings at unbeatable prices. It's a little tricky to…read morefind but like one of the reviews says, it's in the East Bridge abandoned mall on the basement level. The food comes out fast and you can see the aunties making the dumplings right there. I love how fresh the chives taste in the dumplings, make sure you get both the steamed and fried versions. They're cash only so make sure you bring your currency!

After trying a few dumpling spots around Chinatown, King Dumplings is definitely my favorite!…read morePrices are pretty similar throughout the neighborhood, but the quality and flavor here really stand out. As much as I don't like to gatekeep, it's nice that you don't have to wait forever like at some of the "viral spots" influencers frequent and they're super quick, too. I've tried a few things here and everything has been great, but the crispy pork and chive dumplings are the star. They're currently $4.50 for 10, which is a great deal for how delicious they are. Just remember to bring cash! The place is clean, has seating, and even has a station where you can rent a phone charger. Overall, it's a great little spot and will definitely be my go-to dumpling place in Chinatown!

One of the better no frills fried dumpling pieces on Allen St in Les/chinatown outside of the core…read more The owner use to own Prosperity Dumplings which was one of the originators of cheap dumplings in NYC. At king you get 10 pork fried dumplings for $4.50. Medium size. Medium skin thickness. Juicy. Oily. Good fried bottom. They sell so many of them, you will always get a fresh batch quickly. Large menu but fried dumplings is the quick one to go. Tables inside. No bathroom. Ample sauces. Cash only

I was hesitant to go here because of the low reviews, but I really enjoyed it! This is an old…read moreschool, no frills Cantonese restaurant. A place you would go to because you need to eat, not a dining experience. I had the noodles with roast duck. The noodles were springy, and the duck had a generous amount of meat (not grisly like some other places). Gratuity baked in (18%), $10 bowl of noodles, affordable and filling. Will be back!

Great classic Cantonese food and value! I think best seafood fried noodles around the area. Also…read moregreat beef ho fun, Singapore mai fun, roasted meats and rice dishes, congee and wonton noodle based dishes. Generous portions and they don't skimp on the proteins. Never disappoints, hole in wall atmosphere, and light on your wallet. Service is reasonable with older waitstaff with passable English. Been there forever for a reason. Highly recommend for a simple, inexpensive, satisfying meal. I think it's cash only but they now include gratuity on the checks so you don't have to guess.

$5 for 13 dumplings is insane, one of the best deal in china town…read more Tasted good, I just wish that the dumplings could be crispy.

Been here twice so far with friends and I've enjoyed both visits! First time I went the dumplings…read morewere already packed and were lukewarm at best/soggy but they still tasted pretty good and for the price I wasn't gonna complain since the flavor was good. This was earlier in the day. The next time I went with two friends was closer to closing but we went to Jin Mei dumplings only to see a long line on a hot day. I realized that Fried Dumpling was a few blocks away so we decided to take the chance and go there instead. There those dumplings were FRESH. We bought the 26pc to split amongst the three of us and my friend could barely hold the container with how hot those dumplings were. We regretted not having a beverage but we thoroughly enjoyed them as we sat in the park that's nearby. Would def go later in the day again!

This is a hidden gem in Chinatown near my job! It is a small and cozy spot for cheap bites! I…read morecannot believe they have char siu over rice or a chicken leg over rice for $5.99 plus tax which comes out to $6.50! They also got dim sum dishes like vegan dim sum, chicken curry buns, and spring rolls that are $5.50 to $6. It is pretty decent pricing in my opinion. But the worthiest dishes are still the char siu and chicken leg that no other dish can beat when it comes to pricing and the portion of the dish. The chicken leg I got today was very tasty and was cut into 3 parts with rice and cooked cabbage. The chicken was tender and juicy. It was barbecued and somewhat sweet. It came with soy sauce and hot chili sauce with chili flakes. I kept using the hot sauce because it was so addicting. It made the chicken so good! The place itself is really small with high bar seats that can seat 2 people on one side of the restaurant. There's also a bench by the entrance for people to sit and wait for their orders. Other than that it is not really convenient for large groups. It's best if you grab your to go. There's a self kiosk to place your order. There's also a convenience fee if you use your credit card.

I'm surprised at the lack of reviews! I come to Fok Noodles Express all the time to pick up lunch…read moreduring the weekdays. The interior is nothing special: it can seat maybe 4 people max, so it's mainly takeout. Service is good. There is a small surcharge for using credit card (I think 10%?), but the prices are so low that it doesn't amount to much of a fee. For a while, this spot had the best lunch special ever: $8 for a huge duck noodle soup that is absolutely delicious. Now that the promotion is over, the price has gone up to ~$13, but I think it's still worth it: it comes with a generous portion of tasty, freshly cooked duck, tender with crispy skin, the noodles are the right texture, and the broth is savory and comforting. There's also some bok choy mixed in, and you can ask for chili oil on top. I've also had their $5 char siu meal, which comes with several slices of char siu pork, white rice, and some cabbage - the char siu was on the drier side and the cabbage wasn't super flavorful, but for $5, it was a perfectly good dinner in the city at an unbeatable price. This spot also has several other noodle and dim sum options that I have yet to try. But overall: highly recommend for those looking for a fast, good, inexpensive takeout lunch option!