All the times you'd find at the Slk grove location & more. Peking duck, roasted duck and Char Siu hanging in the kitchen window. Also more beverage options and dessert options than I recall compared to EG location. Located in down town area no parking lot , just street parking. Service was great, seems more open and spacious at this location, would be that there is more space over all and more light coming through the windows. Journey to the dumpling never lets me down. My go into item is always Peking spare ribs, delicious. read more

Okay sooo I really thought my friend was exaggerating when she said this place easily eat another well known dumpling franchise for her...but uh she proved me wrong pretty easily. We went by on a Sunday around 12:30 and were able to join the yelp wait list as we parked and get a table for 3 easily. Fair warning if you are a larger group and come at peak times, join the waitlist early or be ready to wait a bit! The interior is bright, lively with a ton of bright light and decorations. There is a good amt of seating but let me tell you, it fills up FAST. The menu is EXPANSIVE with tons of options for omnivores and vegetarians alike. I will admit the impossible siu mai grabbed my attention pretty fast because I had never seen a vegetarian siu mai before sooo we had to order it. My friends shared the pork xlbs and we got the garlic green beans and the garlic noodles to share as well! Honestly, it was like being in a flow state between the garlic noodz and the green beans alone; highkey could eat multiple plates of just those two back to back to back l o l The siu mai was also delish but the other two dishes were somehow better. The soy/vinegar and chili oil they give for dipping is so good and hits that perfect note between salty/tangy/spicy. Prices are fair for the quality and I would love to go back and try more of their vegetarian options! I appreciate that this a spot that both vegetarians and their omnivore friends can go~ Have to go back to try their desserts including the egg tarts that sold out! read more

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Overall, good experience. All of the food was delicious (or I was just really hungry), service was decent, and the facility was clean. We had a reservation for a Friday night right at the beginning of what I would consider dinnertime. It was good that we did because there was already a crowd of people waiting outside for a table. We were sat fairly quickly, but the follow-up service lagged a bit. It was understandable though considering how many tables I'm sure our server was tending to. Food is all family style, which was perfect for our party of six. We initially ordered seven dishes and thought we would be done after that but enjoyed the food so much we added three more. Starting with the veggie dishes, the green beans and seasonal veggies came in strong with some bold flavors. It's the level where the smell can come off a bit funky, but the taste is oh so good. The garlic noodles are a bit heavy, so while they were delicious, I wouldn't recommend starting with that if you have ambitions for the rest of the menu. I didn't try the duck (not a huge duck fan) but my friends seemed to really enjoy using it to build wraps (deconstructed dumplings?). The potstickers had a unique presentation that requires you to break them apart. While I'm sure they aren't any more or less freshly cooked, that part of the experience made them feel more so. I don't have anything particular I'd like to say about the dumplings or honey walnut shrimp other than they were quintessentially those dishes. The wings came out super-hot, but once I got past that I could enjoy the crispy exterior and moist interior. For the pork buns, I highly recommend poking holes in them first so they can cool down and there's less pressure when you bite into it (some of the filling shot out and got on my shorts). The green onion pancake was good too with a bigger portion than I was expecting, but we probably could've gone without it considering how much flavor the rest of the meal had. Would come again, need to let my food cool down next time, and must avoid ordering with my stomach. read more

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Absolutely loved everything we ordered. My husband is very picky on his dumplings but enjoyed every single dumpling we ordered. Soup dumplings 5/5, chicken and cilantro (might've been chives) dumplings 5/5, pork wonton in chili 5/5, hargao (shrimp) 5/5, even the candied pork was fantastic and I don't normally eat pork. Hostess very accommodating and ensured nothing we ordered had any of my allergens. Honestly would come back next time I'm in Sac. read more

journey to the dumpling was one of the most delicious restaurants i visited during my time in sacramento. prices were reasonable for the amount of food you're getting, and the quality is so delicious! my favorites were the garlic green beans and pork xiao long bao soup dumplings. service was friendly and quick - my party was seated quickly too! the environment was beautifully decorated and there was plenty of seating too!! read more

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To-go order of Singapore Noodles, approx $18. Tasty dish, Plenty of shrimp and pork with veggies and curry noodles. Helpful, pleasant staff. read more

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I absolutely love this place! We have gone here many times and keep coming back for the pork soup dumpling & green beans. They have so many other good food items. We've had the duck here and enjoyed that as well. I like that they have a vegan item option , but this could be discouraging for vegans considering there's ducks hanging as soon as you walk in LOL. But overall the vibes are so cute with all the light up neon signs. When they get busy customer service is a little slow, but none the less we will continue to come! Also, portions for dishes like chow fun & rice are huge. read more

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Journey to the dumpling is such an amazing family friendly spot for dumpling lovers. The staff is kind and the food came out in small rounds. I would come here again and again just due to the price and the taste of everything. My favorite was the salt and pepper calamari, but the steak and potatoes are phenomenal! read more

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i've been wanting to try this place for a while, as a friend (@melissa) had recommended it, and it did not disappoint. I wish I went to eat at the restaurant, but this takeout still traveled well. It also made amazing leftovers. I also didn't include pictures, because I don't think it's an accurate representation of the dish when you get it as takeout, in my opinion. I had the honey walnut shrimp, which was probably one of the best overall honey walnut shrimp I've ever had. The walnuts actually added to the dish rather than just being thrown on there for the name of the dish. It wasn't too greasy, and it had the perfect amount of sauce. I also had the garlic green beans. I think they would've been better in the restaurant. They were still good though. read more

We visited on a Friday at 6:30pm. Luckily, we had put our name on the waitlist 45 minutes beforehand because the line was very long. We only waited about 10 minutes, but if we had not used the waitlist, I think it would've been over an hour. We ordered the Xiao Long Bao, Vegetable dumplings, garlic noodles, Ha Cao and spring onion pancake. All the food was very good. The Xiao long Bao were not as good when they cooled down because the skin thickened up so make sure you eat them when they're hot. The garlic noodles had a good garlic flavor to them. The outstanding dish was the vegetable dumplings. They were filled with mushrooms. When I visit again, I will definitely be ordering these. Service was friendly. We had a nice night out. read more

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This is definitely a great spot. However, this is not an inexpensive spot. I think I posted the prices of each dish next to the photo, long story, short for an appetizer, an entrée, and some baos, a beer and a Martinelli's we got out for lunch at $75 which is simply not sustainable. it's a great spot. If you want one dish, the ambience is clean, a bit sterile. The staff was very friendly. I just think there are less expensive options that will satisfy your need for Chinese. Their menu is extensive however, and I would say they probably have a lot of dishes that no one else does. read more

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I'm so happy that I don't have to go all the way to Elk Grove for Journey to the Dumpling. I've been a fan for many years at their Elk Grove location. I often worry when I go to second locations of great restaurants because I wonder if it will be as good as the original. Journey to the dumpling in Midtown did not disappoint. We came on a random Tuesday and it was packed. We had the beef chow fun, eggplant with flounder, brussels sprouts, and beef chow fun. The last dish is our favorite at Elk Grove and the quality was just as good. The only dish we didn't like was the flounder which was too salty to our liking. Service was good. We had a team of folks taking care of us. However, we still had to flag down staff down for drink refills, boxes and the check. It was a busy night so It was understandable. Parking can be a challenge depending on when and what time you get there. Since it was a Tuesday, we got a great spot nearby. I am eager for more meals here especially since they're closer to home. read more

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We treated family to "Journey to the Dumpling" (Midtown location) on a Friday evening just after opening, 4:30 ish. No waiting, YES! and we were seated immediately. Glad we came early as the place was packed 40 minutes later. Family owned & operated, nice and bright, lots of neon signs on the wall and TVs. Inside is big enough to accommodate anyone with limited mobility. Seating is a combination of tables and booths. A little on the loud side but that's kinda expected. Great for groups with outdoor seating when weather permits. Lots of Asian customers -big groups- which I count as a very good sign that the food is authentic. The waitress handed us each a 14 page book they called a menu. Holy cow! If you can't find anything you like on the menu, you deserve McDonald's! From rice dishes, noodles, dumplings, baos, soups, and specials like Peking duck & eggplant with flounder. Lots of vegetarian and vegan options too. The Kid's menu consisted mainly of a noodle soup you can add protein options to. Not sure how picky your kid has to be not to order from the regular menu though. There were four of us so we agreed to go Dim Sum style with each choosing a dish to share but ended up with five dishes total plus drinks. We started with salt & pepper calamari ($16.95): very lightly coated and deep-fried. Perfect except that they didn't serve the tentacles and that's my favorite part. Next they brought out steamed ginger scallion chicken dumplings ($16.50); siu mai ($17.50): pork, shrimp, mushroom, topped with fresh fish roe. Lastly, an order of har gow ($10.75): steamed shrimp & asparagus dumplings, along with an order of BBQ pork bao ($14.95) prepared in a way I'd never had that was baked in a sweet crispy crust. I could have done without the sugar on top but it was something new. I still prefer my bao steamed... The downside was parking is primarily metered and on the street. We were lucky to get a spot one block away but there was no handicapped parking anywhere nearby. There is a parking garage around the corner and we would have ended up there if we hadn't found anything on the street. The front of the restaurant has two big ramps for anyone who can't use stairs. Great place! If we lived in the area, I'd be a regular. Dumpling lovers rejoice! read more

Late Post - Visit was 1.29.26 .. Good - food - for the love of dumplings - their vegan options are also great and big servings, love their tofu and pan fried noodles. The place is clean and inviting to the eyes. Here's something to work on - service - not sure if just the server (lady) there was a mistake on the orders made - she admitted it and offered but not clarified that the offer to serve was still charged to the card, until we verified the receipts... And she after explaining, mentioned something like " next time, you need to tell us if you're taking it.." sort of consuming it like a teacher preaching to a student. We were shocked, after a bunch of orders we did! read more

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So good so good so good!! We can't get over this place. We joined the wait list from yelp and stayed at our house until it was about time for our table. There is some street parking but plan to hunt for a spot. When you walk in, we were impressed with the decor and the vibe. It was spot on! Service was quick and attentive. The food, down right amazing. We got 2 different kinds of dumplings (including soup dumplings) which were both amazing! We also got the steak and potatoes which again, were amazing!! We will be returning for sure. read more

I appreciate finding a good tasting vegan friendly Chinese restaurant. I brought guest to here since it's Sacramento restaurant. There is a small free 1 hr street parking section near, but parking might be slightly hard to find (and having time limit, it's not a sit down for long kind of place). It worked for us since we wanted to explore old Sac and they served pretty quickly even with many customers. One less star since it's pretty expensive for Chinese food but great place to treat guests and being near old Sac. read more

Journey to the Dumpling - Midtown - Seasonal Veggies (left), Beef Noodle Soup (right), Mushroom Bao (top) - Chinese Near Me - Sacramento, California

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A very solid 4 1/2 stars. I had wanted to come here for sometime, but I had forgotten about it, until I saw it mentioned on Yelp today. I was in town, so I decided to head over to Midtown for lunch. If you are going to check in on the Yelp app, watch the location. I checked in, but when I got to the restaurant, I wasn't on the list. It turns out I accidentally checked into their elk Grove location. They were able to get me right in, but not too long after I got there, there were more people waiting to get into the restaurant. Parking is primarily street parking, street parking is relatively inexpensive, but do remember that Sacramento enforces parking every day of the year, including Sundays and holidays. There is also a garage just around the corner from the restaurant, but I'm not sure what they charge for parking. They do offer both indoor seating, and a small outdoor seating section. I come in, and I like the vibe of the restaurant. Bright and airy, with Chinese decorations on the walls. The menu is extremely large. Everything from dumplings, as is their name, rice dishes,soups, noodles, and other items as well. From the appetizer menu, I chose the Chinese beef burgers, and then from the main menu, I was interested in the eggplant with flounder. However, there was one word... "Szechuan." I asked if they could make it non-spicy, and she said no problem. The food comes, and it's very large portions. The beef burgers, were made with a shredded beef, that had so much flavor to it. I'm not sure what the marinade or spices were, but it just had such a wonderful flavor. It also had scallions, which provided a nice pop of freshness, as well as a little crunch. The Chinese style buns were perfect for the Dish. The eggplant with flounder was very good. It did not come with rice. If you want rice, you have to order it separately. I didn't think about that, I do know that some places bring rice, some places don't. It was still extremely good. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the flounder was just melt-in-your- mouth tender. It was mild, just a little bit sweet, and it also took on the flavor of the sauce. The sauce was just the right consistency, and it also had a very complex flavor. The dish was very good. The only reason I'm taking off a half star, is because it was a bit oily. I'm not sure where the oil came from, but it was just oily enough that I noticed it. I could feel it on my lips a little bit The dish was still very good. There was enough food, that I had enough to take Home for two more meals. I also had a sweet tea, which was very good, and the price for two items and a sweet tea was very reasonable for what I got, plus, they also offer a military/veterans discount. I'm a fan, I'll be back. Thank you. read more

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Downtown parking is always a pain cause you have to pay, but this day we went, there were plenty of parking. Upon walking to the restaurant, we were greeted properly, the decor was what was expected, modern with a reflection of the food that was going to be served. The food was very good, nice clean, plated just perfectly to complement the taste. The garlic green beans were cooked perfectly, light, somewhat garlicky, and crisp. The cucumber salad was very refreshing, crispy, tasty, with peanuts, and cilantro. The wonton in spicy oil was great, fresh tasting, perfectly cooked, and good texture. The Xiao Long Bao is a definite try, cannot NOT order this if you go here. It's a must try. I'm looking forward to going back to try the Biang Biang Noodle Soup. Their side sauce definitely make everything better if you're not satisfied with just the dishes themselves. read more

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Wow! So so yummy! An excellent dim sum place with fantastic vegan options. We got the seasonable veggies in a black bean sauce (incredible), mushroom bao (they looked like mushrooms!), and impossible meat dumplings. All were great, but I especially loved the seasonal veggies and the dumplings. We shared all three plates, and still had some veggies left over to bring home. Service was fast & attentive, even though they were pretty busy. They had a range of vegan options, and I wish we'd been able to try more! Highly recommended. read more

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FYI dogs are allowed on the patio Yelp info is incorrect and I submitted a correction request. I try every dumpling place I can get to but Journey To The Dumpling is still the best by far. We ordered Garlic Green beans, Har Gow, Pork XLB, Siu mei, custards, and Steak Chow Fun. Everything we had was hands down the best in Sacramento. Midtown's food was actually better than the Elk Grove location. Thank You for being so good JTD! read more

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I've been to the Elk Grove location multiple times, but this is my second time at this location, been a while since my first. Parking is now free for customers, there's a sign with QR code at the front to get a free pass. We were seated right away around 11:45 am on a Saturday afternoon, but shortly after that, the restaurant was filled. Food: 1) Half order of salt & pepper tofu with extra seasoning: so delicious! I guaranteed this is the best place to get this. I do recommend getting extra seasoning for more flavor. 2) Wontons in chili oil: a hard skip, I'm not sure what happened to this dish because I used to get it a lot. Now, it is so bland and not spicy at all. 3) Spicy beef noodle soup: I would also skip on this dish. The flavor is there, but it's on the blander side. The noodles are so good and chewy, but there's no flavor. The only thing I liked in this dish was the beef. It also wasn't spicy at all. 4) Chow Mein with steak cubes: a must get! The noodles are so perfectly chewy, and everything complements each other so well. Super flavorful compared to the other dishes. This is my new favorite and I will definitely be back for this! Service: The staff are great. They work as a team, bringing out food, and clearing table. They are all very outgoing. read more

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Journey to Dumpling provides big portions with solid Chinese food to match. On a recent trip to Sacramento, I had heard several people I follow on Instagram talk about Journey to the Dumpling so I was naturally curious to check it out. They have two locations: one in Elk Grove and one here in Sacramento. This location was pretty conveniently located in the Sacramento downtown area. It is spacious with plenty of seating yet the whole place was packed. Definitely a good sign! For an early Saturday dinner (around 5:00 PM), there was a slight wait but it was not too long before we got seated. They have a huge selection of typical Chinese restaurant fair but given the name did end up getting two dumpling dishes. Here is what we ordered: Beef Roll (4/5): Huge! These were filled with a good amount of beef with crispy cucumber with some cilantro and green onion to add a bit of texture and freshness. The wrap was warm and toasted. I wish there was a little bit more flavor to the beef, but I would get again. Xiao Long Bao (4.5/5): Also huge! They had a nice soupy center that was super comforting. If I come back, would definitely get this again. Pork Dumpling Noodle Soup (3/5): Compared to the others, this was a let down. The soup was on the bland side and the dumplings also were not as flavorful as the xiao long bao. Would not get again. In terms of service, they were pretty fast and efficient despite how busy it was. In terms of parking, it does appear like there is some street parking available, but may need to circle around before finding a spot. Overall, Journey to the Dumpling has great food worth checking out if you are in the midtown area. read more

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Had a festive holiday feast at Journey to the Dumpling and it is as good as I expected. The bright neon signs and the hustle and bustle of the restaurant creates an authentic dim sum atmosphere. Arrived on a rainy evening, with people waiting outside. I was nervous thinking the wait would be long, but I was seated right away! Clean tables, clean chairs and clean menus. Metal cups and plastic chop sticks await on the table, along with napkins. Ordering was easy and the wait staff is fast and efficient. My favorite dishes were the Beef Chow Fun with black bean sauce, the Peking spare ribs, and shrimp siu mai. The chicken and ginger dumplings were also delicious! I would definitely come back soon, so good and highly recommend. read more

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I recently ate at here for a friends party and we had a wonderful time! The food was amazing. They had a large menu with a selection of different dumplings and entrees to choose from including full ducks that they prepare daily. The food did take longer than expected to come out (one of our party members didn't get his food until about halfway through dinner) but they were very busy and there were a lot of us so that was to be expected. Overall a great experience! read more

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We went here for our work holiday lunch and it was really good. We have different dietary preferences but they have a lot of dishes to meet everyone's taste. The food came out quickly and steaming hot - even for a big group. Service was friendly and accommodated our various group picture requests. :) read more

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Just an all around incredible meal. Came for lunch with a buddy and ordered a ton of food. Honey walnut shrimp, chicken chow fun, Peking spare ribs, bbq pork Baos, and siu mai. I will admit, the pork Baos weren't what I expected, though still good! (I'm still on the hunt for best bbq pork boas in sac). Everything was just perfect. The portions were large and the food was fresh and so flavorful. The chow fun did not skimp on the meat which was also great. I'd have to say this is far and away some of the best Chinese food I've had in Sacramento. I had been wanting to go for so long in Elk Grove and when they opened a spot in midtown I finally made it (I know they've been open for a while). I would 1000% come back, the service was quick, the restaurant was clean (I know it's brand new, but nice they keep it so clean). If you like Chinese food then you have to come. You won't regret it! read more

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Paid Street parking only. We went on Sunday and they open at 4pm. We got there at 3:45 and people were waiting. At soon as they open, they were packed. We weren't that hungry so we only got two items. The porridge and soup dumplings. Both were very favorable. Decor is pretty and detailed. Average noise level. Going back this Friday... more updates to come. read more

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We drove down from Truckee, where real Chinese food is difficult to find. Orders of har gow, green beans, siu mai, is where we started our food journey. The restaurant was full about 5 minutes after we got seated at 6pm, and the waiting line then went out through the front door. It was noisy, as Chinese restaurants tend to be. The crowd was mostly young and mixed. Nice that the staff was Asian, not to sound racist but when non Asians make Asian food, the experience is less... less of an experience. We then ordered a steamer of xiao long bao. Those were excellent. All plates were excellent! The service was good, with a smile and some recommendations. The restaurant was well branded with decorative plates and cups. The best part was maybe that the assume that everyone will use chopsticks, rather then making you ask the server when food is served. I would love to eat here again! read more

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This is a small restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. It's a bit noisy inside with a fast food ambiance. Parking is on the street but there are plenty available on a Friday night. Staffs are awesome and friendly, specially our server! My group of seven ordered their famous Xiao long Bao as our starter and it was really good! Authentic and balanced taste! We also ordered the garlic noodles with chicken, eggplant with flounder, green beans with tiny pieces of ground port and the chicken dumpling. All are tasty and satisfying. I paid around $110 for all including the 15% tip. Very reasonable for the amount of food. Will definitely come back if I'm in the area. read more

One of my favorite places for vegan friendly dim sum, and the only place I know of around here offering vegan siu mai! Service can be kinda hectic, but as long as you arrive early and/or put in a reservation (there's a yelp option for this lol would you believe I've still never used this yelp function?), your journey to scrumptious eats will happen. We like to hit up Benny's to pregame while we wait for a table to open up. The ambiance is striking. Good for the instabook or whatever you have. Bright neon lights in gold and red, crimson lanterns, and cozy booths. It's a very cool look to go with great eats. Prices are kinda steep but I think that's ok for the quality of the food. Dishes are made to share family style. We usually pick an appetizer and main to share. Or two dim sum items. Plus whatever meat thing my love wants to have to himself. My favorite items on the menu are the vegan siu mai with impossible pork, mushroom baos, impossible dumpling soup, impossible dumplings, vegetarian green dumplings (tofu, egg, black mushroom, cilantro with spinach wrapper), vegan dumplings (fennel, kale, mushroom), and the veggie egg rolls. The mushroom bao is the star with its chopped king oyster, white mushroom, shiitake mushroom, and onion filling. Sooooooo mouth-watering. I crave them. There's also all kinds of things for meat eaters to have, or for your friend who isn't much into Chinese cuisine. You can order fries, steak n taters, curry prawns, and lots of different soups if that's what you're in the mood for. They have tan tan men with egg noodles, rice and noodle dishes, and a separate veggie menu to choose from. For dessert they have ice cream, egg tarts, and sesame balls, but I've always been too stuffed to order any. Yuzu, sake, wine, beer, and NA beverages are available. Such a crazy menu. I recommend looking at it before coming so you know what you're in the mood for. There's still so many more dishes I would love to try. Those mushroom baos, vegan dumpling soup, and impossible pork siu mai are sure incredible though, wow. Makes me overlook the sometimes chaotic ! but patient and friendly! service. Just give yourself plenty of time if you plan to eat here and it'll be great. Come hungry. They do have a to go option and I also recommend that, but same deal, give it time. The online ordering interface needs work though. Choosing which soup and broth online is a little annoying, so I prefer calling an order in. Parking: the usual midtown scene, but due to the old sac bee building being vacant, there's usually metered parking along Q street after you pass 21st. Bathroom report: yeah you can take some cool bathroom selfies in there Vegan corner: plenty of options and they're soooooo yummy read more

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It wasn't bad, I've just had some better Dumplings out near Berkeley. I came here for lunch with my coworker. Very clean, and a nice location. Service was good too. Ordered the steak and potato's, garlic noodles, chili wonton and the pork xlb. A bit pricey but you get a good amount of food, just was lacking a bit for me in the taste. The chili wasn't even spicy! But honestly I see why people like it. Overall not for me. read more

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Showed up with a friend for dinner on a weeknight. There was a line to be seated, but it went quickly. My friend and I ordered three dishes - the vegetarian egg rolls, the cucumber salad, and the vegetarian chow mein. I also got an order of the Thai tea. Something I liked about the tea was that it was very customizable. Our server informed me that if it was not sweet enough or strong enough for me, then she could go and fix it, which I had never experienced before. The cucumber salad and chow mein were both super delicious, with fresh vegetables and a good balance of flavor that kept it from getting boring. However, the egg rolls were a little disappointing since they did not have much flavor and were a bit bland. The restaurant has a lot to look at and lots of flashing lights, so I would recommend being aware of that if you are sensitive to light or noise. Overall, a very fun experience! read more

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We stop by to have dinner here before heading out to Channel 24. It was gonna be INZO playing. It was such a delightful way to choose the different verity of tea cups they offer. The server was really professional and super informative and gave us many specials going on. I chose the shrimp dumplings and crispy shrimp balls (my favs) and the walnut shrimp was nice and crispy. The food came out quickly and we were done pretty quickly too. The food was amazing and the server was great. We love coming here. read more

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Fish with eggplant 3/5 - this was good but it was pretty salty so we had to order white rice to eat it with. Even eating the fish and eggplant with garlic noodles, it was too saucy and salty Pan fried bao 4/5 - these were pretty good and they came out super hot. Juice was good but the skin of the buns were a bit too thick in my opinion. There was corn inside which was new for me but it gave it a nice sweetness that I enjoyed Garlic noodles with beef 3/5 - this was just ok. Garlic noodles were overcooked so it was too soft. Not much beef but it was tender read more

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As someone from the Bay who lives Din Tai Fung, Journey to the Dumpling Midtown is a solid alternative and is even better for folks who are vegetarian or vegan. The impossible shumai with tofu, mushrooms, and sticky rice are a vegetarian favorite. The vegetarian dumplings are also good. The Xiao long bao are HUGE. No, they are not as thin-skinned and dainty as the Din Tai Fung version, but the chicken cilantro soup dumplings are very good. The hargow - shrimp dumplings - are solid. I would also give a shoutout to the black bean chow fun -- flat thick rice noodles. I tend to come at odd times (like 5 p.m. for early dinner on a Thursday) to avoid long waits. By the time I finished dinner at 6, the place was full and had people waiting out the door. read more

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The chicken dumplings were amazing and I always get this in Singaporean noodles when I go.

After dealing with some car stuff, I had the rest of the day off (I never get days off!) I decided to see how my pregnant sister was doing. I wanted to take her to a delicious lunch, so I checked on the Yelp app to see what was around us. When I saw there was a 'Journey to the Dumpling' here just a few minutes away, that's where we went. I am such a fan of the one in Elk Grove, but that is such a long drive. We walked in and were seated in a booth. It was gorgeous in here. Bright with the large windows. The ceiling decor was black with designs in each square. Gorgeous red through out. Neon signs above us. This is a large location that seats many people. I actually had to ask if we had a server coming soon. It was more than 5 minutes after seating when I asked. People that worked here just kept walking by. Oliver came to our table. He was polite. My sister and I ordered 2 orders of the soup dumplings with pork, 1 whole roasted duck, steamed chicken and sticky rice wrapped in a lotus leaf, and seasonal veggies. We wanted enough for both of us to go home with leftovers. The soup dumplings were great... but with that one of a kind chili oil that only 'Journey to the Dumpling' has, they were phenomenal! The Roasted Duck was soooo delicious and savory. Juicy. Sooooo much flavor! I didn't try the Chicken & sticky rice wrapped in lotus leaf... my sister said it was good. The seasonal veggies were brocolini and bok choy. It lacked any salt. When I asked for some salt, instead, Oliver did take those back to have something done with them. They taste about the same. I'm not sure what they did with those. Although they are closed between lunch and dinner, my sister and I sat well after they closed for lunch and we were able to take our time and finish what we wanted. When we were done, we boxed everything we didn't eat, half the dumplings, most of the veggies, one of the chicken sticky rice things, and Oliver had already boxed up the other half of the roasted duck. He got us some extra sauces. I absolutely enjoyed our lunch. I'm not a fan of their seasonal vegetables, and my sister was not a fan of the steamed chicken and sticky rice in the lotus leaf but I loved the dumplings and the roasted duck. Once service got started, it was great! read more

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Delish spot! Met up with some friends for lunch and decided to eat family style so that we could try a variety of their plates. We ordered 4 different plates , fried rice, soup dumplings, green beans, and thick noodles. The sauce to dip the soup dumplings into was the perfectly savory! Everything was delicious and would definitely recommend for anyone in the area looking for a delicious dumpling meal. read more

Journey to the Dumpling - Midtown - Chinese Near Me - Sacramento, California

Delicious dumplings! I came in on a Friday afternoon and it wasn't busy at all. The restaurant is super clean and trendy. The dumplings were so flavorful and fresh. I ordered the pork soup dumplings, potstickers, and wonton in chili oil. The soup to meat ratio was good and the soup had lots of flavor. The potstickers were crispy and paired well with the sauce that came with it. The wontons in chili oil were my favorite. The chili oil is so good I almost considered getting a pint of it to go. Amazing spot. Highly recommend! read more

Journey to the Dumpling - Midtown - Wonton in Chili Oil (spicy) - Chinese Near Me - Sacramento, California

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We timed our early dinner well, as we were seated immediately. Our waiter was personable, and checked on us throughout our visit. As for the food, it was presented nicely and fairly tasty. Our order consisted of fried salt and pepper calamari, cucumber salad, char siu, and vegan dumplings with fennel, kale and mushroom. Surprisingly the vegan dumplings were my favorite, and will definitely order again. The cucumber salad was also a nice surprise and refreshing. Sad to share we found the calamari rubbery, and just a skosh bland. Char siu can be ruined if overcooked, but this order was succulent; it was seasoned well, and had just the right amount of fat to give off just a bit of unctuousness - is that even a word? Okay, a slight sticky lips feel, or yummm. Decor was pleasant and appropriate for the midtown crowd. They offer NFL channel on TVs, so if you're a football fan, you can enjoy a game and a beer while you feast, or you can choose to sit outdoors and commune with midtown nature. Options are always a good thing. Worth a visit, ahem, or a journey, so why not give them a try! read more

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