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This is a cash only dumpling spot that is cost effective and perfect to add to your china town food adventure and they reheat well so get extra for another day. I had seen many tiktok videos on this place and it lived up to the hype. It is straight forward and there is no place to sit but we ate them when we got home. They do not speak english well so have an idea of what you want and simply have your cash ready. They are nice here and very popular. read more

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A tiny little hole-in-the-wall in Chinatown, Jin Mei Dumpling has been serving up plates full of steamed and fried traditional Chinese dumplings for years. My first visit was awesome--it felt like I was getting a friend's grandmother's cooking. For $5, I got 10 fried pork and chive dumplings. First off, I don't think there's cheaper food in New York--how are they even making money at these rates? Apparently it's working, though, as they continue churning out plump, sumptuous dishes at lightning speed 9-10 hours per day, every day of the week. The flavor in these was epic. They were moist-yet-structured, burst with juices on your first bite, and had a middle-ground dough consistency that was texturally perfect--properly balanced between chewy, dense, and taught. Hard to really find a complaint with an order this big, this good, and this cheap. I recommend Jin Mei to anyone looking for great dumplings in Chinatown, or really anywhere in lower Manhattan. P.S. The ladies working kindly replied to my infant-level Mandarin, which was nice of them. Their lovely ladies--friendly, too-the-point, and welcoming. read more

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Jin Mei Dumplings 25B Henry St. New York, NY 10002 Dumplings Scallion Pancake The 15 dumplings were excellent in terms of taste and price. Although the pancake has the appearance of a pizza slice, its taste was to die for! The scallions blended perfectly with the soft, doughy pancake. read more

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Jin Mei Dumplings (think it means "taste good") is a hidden gem off the edge of Chinatown. I found this dumpling house from YouTube video "NYC Cheap Eats"! I'm so glad. Jin Mei Dumplings is an order out only -- the door is blocked by a table and you're able to see into the back office/kitchen. The setup definitely brings to mind the early model, from my grandmother, of non-nonsense making dumplings and selling them. With that said, there's no seating around this shop...unless a curb is considered an alternative. For the drum roll....The best part of this....15 hot dumplings (that I've easily ate up) for $5! My recommendation come one, come all to help this shop! read more

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Cheap dumpling finds for $5! It's cash only and service is very quick. There is also only take out read more

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15 dumplings for just $5, stuffed with juicy pork? Yes, please! I stopped by on a Sunday around 11am and it wasn't busy at all. There was a short line, but it moved quickly. This is definitely a grab-and-go kind of spot, so don't expect to sit and hang out. But if you're on a budget and want great flavor with amazing value, Jin Mei is the place to go! read more

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Kurt P.

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Well worth the visit. Stopped here for the fried pork dumplings and the pan fried pork buns. This is my second time here and just to get the downside out of the way first, I think it was not quite as good. The dumpling skin was thicker than I prefer and the pan fried pork buns were a little extra greasy. That being said this is not picking. The food over all was really tasty and the price was beyond excellent. Despite my minor gripes I would eat here regularly if I lived in the neighborhood. Be aware there is nowhere to sit this is a to go order only spot. read more

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The pan fried dumplings were a good deal. $5 for 15. It was so juicy and good! There's a small table you can eat standing on the street there. Not a sit down. read more

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We came about a year ago and this year the quality was a bit disappointing... the price is still fantastic as is the quantity. But skin was thick and dumplings where greasy. read more

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This is a good affordable dumpling spot to go to when you need something cheap and filling. This spot cured my hunger fast when I ordered 4 pork buns for $2. I needed to grab a bite because I was super hungry and luckily I was nearby this place. Pork buns are very fresh and fried to perfection. I like how crispy some parts of the skin were. It was not fried to the point that it is hard to bite. The pork bun was still soft and pork ball was tender and tasty. Going to try out their other dumpling items and wonton soup next time. read more

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The dumplings were pretty decent but some barely had any filling which is kinda disappointing. read more

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Nikhil R.

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CASH ONLY. Pan-fried dumplings are the only thing to get here. 15 dumplings for $5 is one of the best deals in the city, and the pork dumplings are so juicy. Unfortunately, all their dumplings have pork, so if you don't eat pork or don't eat meat, you are out of luck unless you want a scallion pancake. Definitely add the soy sauce and sriracha all over these! This spot has blown up over social media, so the only people that come here are tourists/non-locals. But still, these are worth coming to if you are around the area. They are somewhat out of the way but worth it. read more

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Carolina I.

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Jin Mei Dumpling is a Chinatown gem!! They have 15 dumplings for $5! My family had the pork ones and they said it was AMAZING!! We also ordered the sesame and chive pancakes and they were sooo good!! Overall this place is super fresh, fast service, and affordable! One of the best eats in Chinatown! It is window ordering, with no seating, so this is a to-go place! read more

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$5 for 15 dumplings?! Come on. Filling was actually really tasty. Wrapping was thick sure but i liked it. Nowhere to sit, no frills. Get your dumplings and go do something else. Service is so fast they have them just stacked and ready to go. Pork and chive pan fried is super nice read more

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Quick, cheap, and delicious. Detailed breakdown below: **Service, 5/5** This might've been the most efficient interaction I've had in NYC. It would take you longer to read this review than just go order some dumplings. I walked up, asked for fried dumplings, the woman walked to grab me a box, and I was paid up and on my way in probably under a minute. **Price & portion, 5/5** At $5 for 15 fried dumplings, you can't find a better deal. **Taste, 5/5** They come out piping hot with crispy bottoms, the wrapper is a bit thicker and chewy, and the savory meat filling side ties everything together. If you don't finish them all in one sitting, they taste just as good a few hours later because the juices and flavors from the filling seeps a bit into the wrapper, giving you a whole new experience. read more

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Sara D.

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These were my favorite dumplings in New York. Crunchy and freshly made they were outstanding. We got the pork and chive dumplings and the sesame pancake with beef for $8. Can't beat it. Make sure you bring cash! read more

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Kamil I.

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Genuinely no frills just order at the window and get super hot super fresh dumplings. I tried the $5 for 13 pork and scallion dumplings and they hit the spot. Cash only. Would definitely come here again read more

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Maxwell S.

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The food and service was fast and stellar The area was also great too, right in the heart of the Manhattan chinatown read more

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Toshi I.

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Yummy! Can't miss if you want dumplings and baos. There was a line outside with an outdoor counter, but it moved quickly. No seating, so we took it to go and enjoyed these at the nearby park. read more

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cash only but where else can you get 15 dumplings for $5. absolute steal. no seating but what can you expect read more

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Had jury duty downtown and this was a short walk from the courthouse. Walked up for lunch and there was no line! Dumplings ready immediately. You get 15 massive dumplings for $5.00. It's a steal. I had the pan fried pork and chive. The dumplings themselves were big, but thick and chewy. Not bad and for the price can't complain, but definitely had better. No frills. One table outside with 3 chairs so you probably will need to take your food to go. I walked to a park and ate. Cash only! read more

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Chad T.

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$5 for 16 crispy pork and chive dumplings is a good deal. It's grab and go order from the sidewalk and eat while standing kind of fare but they move quick and the dumplings are super filling. read more

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Emmaly N.

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One of my top favorite eats in New York!! Small but classic menu, everything on it was so cheap. We got scallion pancakes and 15 dumplings (for 5$!!!) - the dumplings were steamed and pan fried. They were juicy inside and oh my gosh they were incredible! The value was amazing and truly unbeatable. Must try in Chinatown!!! read more

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Going down an unbeaten path is where Jin Mei Dumpling will be found. Chinatown has many places that specialize in dumplings. This place excels in the price / performance ratio. When I ordered from the nice lady there, she quoted me 15 fried dumplings for $5.00! What? Silly me, I ordered a beef filled pancake to go with it. I felt that I had to spend more. $3.00 for that. That pancake filled me pretty well. Now those dumplings alone would be enough for two servings. This hole-in-the-wall as you might imagine is just a sidewalk window for taking these items home, or enjpy them on a nearby park bench. At these prices don't expect much, but you may be presently surprised. The quality of the food is comparable to other places while undercutting their already affordable prices. read more

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Gavin H.

4 months ago

15 dumplings for 5 dollars can't be beat. Place is traditional a wonderful lady makes the food comes right out. Meat is great quality fresh and juicy. The fried dumplings were fried perfectly. She even threw in 2 pork buns for free. Great spot. Ambiance is legendary a classic Chinatown spot. read more

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With current 2025 inflation, shrinkflation, and other flation-themed cost of rising shenanigan that companies and industries come up with, this place offers the best bang for your buck! They offer affordable dumplings and baos for $5. And they are quite juicy and savory. Definitely worth coming here more often : ) read more

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Ambiance are no frills no dining area just order what you want. $5 for 15 dumplings. Quick service, little old Chinese lady makes and takes charge of all the cooking. She was one happy lady when I ordered 6 packs of fried pork and chive dumplings for $30 on the spot. You cannot beat this price nowadays. Great for potlucks and gatherings without breaking the wallet. read more

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Amazing $5 deal for dumplings!! The service is super fast - they are ready to hand you your take out box of deliciousness. The dumplings taste great, and they have an "A" rating which I love. read more

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Carlos Daniel M.

2 months ago

These dumplings are overhyped. The flavor is lacking. The fillings are minimal. You are getting what you pay for. The portions are great for the price. read more

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Madeline L.

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Kudos to Jin Mei for their affordable prices, quick service, and delicious dumplings. I honestly find it admirable that they've kept their prices so low ($5 for 15 dumplings...) despite their growing popularity. You will likely wait in a bit of a line, but they will deliver your order very quick! I'd 100% go back and continue to support!! read more

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Cash only. Cheap eats in Chinatown. Not my favorite spot, but the fried dumplings and steamed buns are a solid deal. Servings are quite large so I recommend sharing between people. read more

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Your $5 can go very far here. 15 dumplings for that price I can't really say much that could be wrong here. read more

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Jin Mei has been a hyped place for fried dumplings due to their amazing deal of 15 for $5. We decided to drop by to see if it surpasses our normal go to dumpling places. Unfortunately, I was not a fan because there is not much filling and the dumpling skin is so thick. The filling is decent, so I wouldn't mind paying a little more if they just put more inside and made the skin thinner. read more

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Aine V.

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what a freaking deal! 15 dumps for $5. on a little dumpling crawl with my friends. this was my fav spot I think! so quick too-at first there was a line but moved so quick read more

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Awesome, no-fuss dumplings. Great price ($5 for a dozen) and excellent flavor. We ordered the pork buns and the fried pork and chive dumplings. It's basically a walk-up counter so be prepared to eat them on the go, on the sidewalk, or the parkette a couple blocks away. The service was amazing, fast, and they take cash and tap payment. read more

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This review is just based on the frozen dumplings I got - it's pork with green onion, 50 for $12, I think it's cash only. The filling is so yummy and the distinction from other places for me was the chewiness of the dough, which is a plus in my books. The middle aged lady selling them was actually pretty nice, and concerned about whether the dumplings would keep on my journey home- they were a bit soft, but felt like they were more freshly made. It's a walk up with a small counter outside to stand and eat read more

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Such a great hidden gem! $5/15 pork and chive fried dumplings. Cash only! Service was quick, and the box was surprisingly packed with many dumplings that were crispy at the bottom and had thicker dumpling skin. It's a take-out window only, and there is a sriracha bottle outside on the counter as well. Line goes by quickly. I can't believe a select few spots in Chinatown still have dumplings this cheap. The perfect after-school snack (we saw a bunch of kids come with their $5 after-school) that will honestly fill you up for an entire meal! What we ordered: -$5/15 pork and chive fried dumplings read more

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15 dumplings for $5.. and big dumplings!! We got the pork and chive ones and they were very very good. There wasn't that much line and we got our order fairly quickly. I def recommend it! read more

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Fran S.

5 months ago

Tiny all takeout. Cash only the food is amazing 10 dumplings for five dollars pork buns for five dollars. I walked 2 miles to pick up the food and it lasted for two days on a $10 bill fantastic recommendation for anyone on a budget. read more

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25B Henry St
New York, NY 10002
Chinatown, Two Bridges
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(212) 608-8962
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Hours

What time does Jin Mei Dumpling open?

Jin Mei Dumpling opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Jin Mei Dumpling close?

Jin Mei Dumpling closes at 8:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Payment methods

Does Jin Mei Dumpling take credit cards?

No, Jin Mei Dumpling does not take credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Jin Mei Dumpling have catering options?

No, Jin Mei Dumpling does not have catering options.

Does Jin Mei Dumpling serve alcohol?

No, Jin Mei Dumpling does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Jin Mei Dumpling allow dogs?

Yes, Jin Mei Dumpling allows dogs.

Does Jin Mei Dumpling have TVs?

Yes, Jin Mei Dumpling has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Jin Mei Dumpling have bike parking?

Yes, Jin Mei Dumpling has bike parking.

Does Jin Mei Dumpling have outdoor seating?

Yes, Jin Mei Dumpling has outdoor seating options.

Does Jin Mei Dumpling have parking?

Yes, Jin Mei Dumpling has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Jin Mei Dumpling have free WiFi?

No, Jin Mei Dumpling does not have free WiFi.

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Chi Restaurant offers an extensive, authentic menu that's divided out by type of food - chicken,…read morebeef, pork, vegetable, etc. Everything is also labeled for dietary restrictions. Service is very fast and they kept the water flowing (spicy dishes really are spicy!), and the portions are huge. Though you have to pay extra for white rice ($3 a bowl), the overall value was reasonable for the main dishes. The restaurant is dark and elegant inside, with a large tv over the bar that was showing sports when we were there. It had a nice ambience.

We got grilled pork spare ribs, scallion pancake, half of a Peking duck, pork xiao long bao, mapo…read moretofu, la zi ji (spicy crispy chicken), and general tsos chicken. The grilled pork spare ribs was good, but it was too little meat for the price. The scallion pancake was bland. The Peking duck was ok. The pork xiao long bao was bad. The skin broke easily with the included forceps and with chopsticks. It was hard even transferring it to my plate. The mapo tofu was bland. The la zi ji (spicy crispy chicken) was too spicy to eat. I have good spice tolerance, and I always eat la zi ji, but it was just too spicy. This was the only meat dish that was barely touched at the end of the dinner. The best dish was the cumin lamb. It was seasoned well and the lamb was tender. I wish they gave us more lamb though. The meat pieces were small. I've had much better Chinese food in dallas. I would not recommend this Chinese restaurant to anyone.

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Grand Sichuan Eastern

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2.1 mi•Chelsea

Place is perfect. $3 extra chicken. This place is a just run the ball location…read more I need more characters

This is just a neighborhood joint (with a "B" clean rating)…read more MUST ORDER HERE: the cold sesame noodles and the scallion pancake. Those were the highlights for me. I used to live in NYC and cold peanut (or sesame) noodles were on every Chinese menu in the city. Weird that I have never seen them anywhere in San Francisco (or Dallas). They were just scrumptious, and I plan on making them with some grilled chicken next week for a dinner party. I would have liked some chopped scallions on top here, but this place is kinda "no frills". The scallion pancake was nice and crispy, maybe a little oily, but still excellent. Two friends and I split the noodles, the pancake, the mu shu pork and the General Tso's chicken. It all came out pretty fast. Strange too, that no chopsticks were offered.

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Grace Z.

1 year ago

[Pork & Chive Dumplings] 7/10 [Wait Time & Crowd Atmosphere] 6/10 This dumpling shop has been a neighborhood staple since I was in elementary school, and while I'm happy to see it thriving, the vibe has definitely shifted. Back then, the crowd was mostly locals and students stopping by after school--now, it's a mix of TikTok scrollers and tourists, all jostling in a line that wraps around the block. The wait isn't unbearable, but it's a far cry from the quick, no-fuss visits I remember. The dumplings themselves are still solid--I'd give them a 7/10--but they've lost a bit of their former magic. The filling could use more meat, and the flavors don't quite hit the way they did when I was a kid. What really stings, though, is the price change: back in the day, $1 got you five dumplings, and you could enjoy them inside the cozy, nofrills shop. Now, it's $1 for three, and takeout-only. I get that inflation happens, but it's hard not to feel a little nostalgic. All in all, this place remains a decent spot for a quick bite, especially if you're craving that classic dumpling taste. But if you're expecting the same charm and value it had a decade ago, you might leave a little wistful. Maybe try visiting during off-hours to avoid the crowd--or better yet, bring cash and patience. read more

Henry I.

14 years ago

Maybe I am cheap, but 5 dumplings for a buck and they are good! My wife and I stumbled upon this place about 6 years ago and we always go there when we visit. Their hot n sour soup is also pretty good, very peppery, oh did I mention, that is also a buck!? Try to avoid this place between 12p-1p, they palce gets pretty busy betwen tourists, chinatown and the financial district going their for lunch. They have enough seating for about 4 people so plan on ordering your food, puttin on the hot sauce and getting out. The main lady, behind the counter, doesn't speak much english but she knows numbers, so when you order just say 10 or however many you want, she will just assume you want the dumplings. read more

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