Luscious Dumplings in Eastlake absolutely exceeded my expectations! From the moment we walked in, everything was simple and convenient. The restaurant is self-seating, which I actually loved because there was no waiting around. Once seated, you simply scan a QR code at your table and order directly from your phone. The process was smooth, easy, and perfect for families or anyone who just wants to get straight to the good part--the food! We ordered quite a variety and honestly, every single dish was a hit. The fried dumplings were incredible. Perfectly golden brown with a crispy exterior that gave way to a juicy, flavorful filling inside. They weren't greasy at all and had that satisfying crunch that makes it impossible to stop at just one. These are a must-order. The chive pancakes were another standout. Crispy on the outside, chewy and layered on the inside, with plenty of fresh chive flavor in every bite. They were cooked perfectly and paired wonderfully with the dipping sauce. The popcorn chicken was hands-down one of my favorite dishes of the meal. It was crispy, tender, and packed with flavor. The secret spice seasoning sprinkled on top took it to another level. It had the perfect balance of savory, slightly spicy, and addictively delicious flavors. I found myself reaching for piece after piece. The spicy chicken wontons were amazing as well. The wontons were soft and delicate, filled generously with flavorful chicken, and swimming in a delicious spicy sauce that had just enough heat without overwhelming the dish. Every bite was rich, comforting, and packed with flavor. To balance everything out, we ordered the bok choy, which was fresh, vibrant, and cooked perfectly. Sometimes vegetable dishes get overlooked, but this one was simple, clean, and delicious. It complemented the richer dishes beautifully. What really brought everything together were the sauces. The hot chili oil on the side was phenomenal--fragrant, spicy, and packed with depth. It elevated every dumpling and wonton we dipped into it. The sweet chili sauce was equally delicious, offering a slightly sweet, tangy contrast that paired perfectly with the fried dumplings and popcorn chicken. I loved being able to switch between the two depending on my mood. Overall, every dish tasted fresh, thoughtfully prepared, and full of flavor. The portions were generous, service was efficient, and the self-ordering system made the entire experience easy and stress-free. It's not often that every item ordered at a restaurant impresses me, but Luscious Dumplings managed to do exactly that. If you're in Eastlake and craving dumplings, appetizers, and comforting Chinese food done right, do yourself a favor and stop by. We'll definitely be back for more! read more

My daughter and I stopped by Luscious Dumplings a few weeks ago while we were in the area. The place was a little crowded, but I was greeted as soon as we walked in. We decided to order the scallion pancakes, spicy wontons and dumplings. Everything was really good. The food was flavorful. We'll definitely return. read more

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Have been coming back over and over again. My youngest, who is an incredibly picky eater, says this is her place to go! They make the ramen nice and plain like she likes it. Now, thanks to the incredible staff and cook, she loves the scallion pancakes! She dips them in her ramen. The staff is really kind to her and she now thinks she is famous here! Love this place, the food, the staff, the whole 9 yards. p.s. great lenten options. My favorite is the vegan dumplings. read more

The service was fast. It's a self-service type, and sit wherever you want. The place is kinda small with max capacity of 34. There's available tables at the patio area. The food is good and being served hot and fresh. read more

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I was in the area for a friends birthday party and needed somewhere to grab dinner beforehand. I had heard about this place because they came from LA and had a Michelin bib gourmand so thought it was worth a visit. It's a casual dining experience where you can just sit wherever and scan the QR codes to order your food where it will be delivered to whichever table you sit at. The menu is more focused compared to other Chinese restaurants and offers fewer items which helps prevent you from being paralyzed at how many choices other Chinese menus can throw at you. Me and my partner went with the beef noodle soup, spicy chicken chili wontons, popcorn chicken and the pan fried dumplings. I will say that each dish was slightly different than what I normally expect. For example the wonton's sauce was not thick and felt more soy sauce forward than other spicy wontons I've had. The beef noodle soup also wasn't too spicy and felt sweeter than some other soups I've had. This isn't to say that they were bad as they still tasted good, it was just different than what I'm used to. As for the popcorn chicken and the pan fried dumplings, they didn't taste out of the norm and fried/seasoned well! Overall, it's solid and if I did live around here I wouldn't mind coming by! read more

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Happened to be in the area and the locals seemed to have a high opinion of this mom and pop looking place. The location is really nice for a shopping center/mall. The interior is very basic, so it's not a place to go if you want a fancy sit down restaurant. It's also no Din Tai Fung, although the menu has many of the same types of items. That being said, there is plenty of seating to accommodate the clientele considering the size of the place; and we were there during peak dining hours and it was just fine. Sat quickly w/ wife and kid. The menu is extensive, think dim sum to the max. They apparently were awarded a Michelin star for something in 2021, but I was too hungry to worry about that. We ordered Chicken Dumplings, Pork Xiao Long Bao (soup dumplings) and green onion pancakes. Sesame Brócoli and Thai Tea. All were quite good, but none stood out as superior to places we have eaten at here in San Diego. I'd give each item a solid 3.5/5, and the service itself a 5/5 as they were fast and quick to accommodate us when we had a problem with one of the dishes. They also gave us some pan fried pork dumplings and I have to say I enjoyed those the most 4.5/5. The Thai tea is forgettable and overpriced for what you get. The broccoli w/ sesame is interesting but served cold and the sauce is extremely overpowering. The flavor stays in your mouth for hours! Overall, though, based on excellent and swift service and good (not great) food, they're definitely a place we would visit more regularly if we lived in the area. read more

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Deep down, I want to gate keep this, but it wouldn't be fair. This place had a Michelin 2021 recognition and it's just not fair that they have not gotten a star. For me. Everything on the menu is 10 out of 5.. except for the stewed pork belly noodle. Service was good. One can order by using their tap screen or speaking to someone. Ambiance was casual dinning... in my Opinion, luscious dumplings would excel if they opened in a true sit down restaurant. This place is worth all the attention. read more

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I went here twice in one week. I haven't seen or experienced anything that I don't like in this place. It's a fast-food dumplings place. Clean and have an open space vibe. Very limited tables and you order via QR code or the counter The food is amazing. Specially the soup dumpling. This is a great place if you are craving for something quick and easy dim-sum. read more

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Great food! I tried maybe 4 different items from the menu and they were all great. They even have plenty of vegan options for me as well which was a big plus. The only reason I am giving this a 4 star is because the seating is a little cluttered in there and not very spacious. However if I were to be taking this food to go I would have no complaints at all! read more

We heard this spot is part of the Michelin Guide in LA and we're always down for some good Taiwanese food. Space: ample seating and plenty of sunlight. It's easy to order by the QR code on the table. Food: they don't have an elaborative menu but still plenty enough to choose a variety from and each item was reasonably-priced. We got the pork xiao long bao, popcorn chicken, Dan Dan noodles, and scallion pancakes. I enjoyed all and couldn't really pick any favorites! As somebody who has visited Taiwan many times in the past, this is definitely one of the most authentic you can get here. Staff: very friendly and accommodating! Our server was fun to chat with. Our bill came out to about $50 for all and it was plenty for two people! read more

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Luscious Dumplings is a self serve restaurant which kind of threw me off. Essentially you seat yourself, order from your phone, pay, and wait for your food. You also need to go get plates, chopsticks, napkins, etc. The whole experience felt strange but I also didn't mind at the same time. As for the food, 5 stars!! I highly recommend trying their award winning Pork Pan Fried Dumplings. They were chewy and soft, while also having a little char on the outside. I also tried a dumpling that had Cheese, Beef, and Onion, almost like a burger dumpling which was really good. Lastly, I would recommend getting their Dan Dan noodles and add any protein of your choice, great dish for those hot days. Overall I would say a good experience, prices are reasonable, but I hate paper plates which is why I can't give it a 5 star. Would I go again? Yes, but I would order take out. read more

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As someone visiting from Hawaii, we don't often have access to great xiao long bao. I was excited to try some near our family. The store is smaller inside but still has a good amount of seating. All orders are taken via QR code and they have disposable cutlery. Since we were meeting a friend we ordered a bunch on the menu. Honestly everything was great! I particularly like the pan friend dumplings over the xiao long bao. It's crisp and juicy. We also had spicy pork dumplings and the sauce had a good oily kick. My personal fave is the popcorn chicken. We also got a mushroom rice dish and I was glad we got that because veggies are needed. The sauce on it was nice too. I didn't care too much for cucumber dish personally, but that's alright! Last thing, the servers were very nice here. I appreciated the speed of cleaning up despite the large party just leaving the restaurant. read more

Luscious Dumplings - Dim Sum Near Me - Chula Vista, California

I want to give this place 5 stars so badly, and we will definitely be back soon to try more items! Located in a large, busy plaza, but surprisingly parking wasn't an issue. We came on a Wednesday night so it wasn't crowded at all. The host was friendly, answered our questions, and gave great recommendations. One thing I really didn't love: all of our food came out in to-go containers. We ordered two sets of dumplings and expected the steamer basket experience, but instead everything came in plastic boxes and plastic utensils. The strange part wasn't even that they used to-go and containers, it was that they didn't correct it. We were clearly dining in as the other items were served before this (paper containers), scanned the QR code at the table, so I'm not sure where the disconnect happened. We ordered the following (all sets of 8), ranked by my favorites: Popcorn Chicken - My #1 item. That house sauce + secret spicy powder is elite. Shrimp & Pork Wontons - Fun to eat; just make sure everything is mixed well. Yuzu Pork Soup Dumpling - Must. Must. MUST order. Pork Soup Dumpling - A classic staple done well. Cucumber Salad - Honestly better than Din Tai Fung. Baby Bok Choi I'd reorder all of these again in a heartbeat. I was told the most popular items are the Beef Noodle Soup and the Beef & Cheese Fried Dumplings, so those are next on my list. Overall, the whole to-go container situation was awkward especially paired with grabbing your own utensils and drinks, plus bussing your own table. Maybe it's meant to be more fast-casual, but the expectation wasn't clear. TL;DR: We tipped upfront expecting full service but ended up with to-go containers and doing everything ourselves. Great food! read more

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Luscious Dumplings came highly recommended and it did not disappoint. I'm only disappointed that I didn't dine-in but rather did take out. The food was packed securely and snug in the togo bag. The scallion pancake was flaky and topped with green onions and a great appetizer to start with. Their Spicy angus beef noodle soup was amazing! As a dedicated beef noodle soup enthusiast, I can confirm this one is the absolute best. It included a generous amount of noodles, veggies, and beef. Premium, exceptionally tender; that's how I'd describe the beef. The broth was deeply flavorful with a medium degree of spiciness, not mild yet not overly spicy where it overpowers everything. I will definitely be back to try their XLBs and pan fried pork dumplings. read more

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First experience at Luscious Dumplings which happened to be voted a 2021 Michelin rated restaurant in Chula Vista, CA. It's tucked to the right of Nothing Bundt Cakes. I was craving wonton soup for dinner instead of ordering dumplings. To order your food, the waiters prefer you order by taking a photo of the QR code. Not only does Luscious Dumplings have great customer service and affordable prices!! As for the ambiance, it's simple, with framed photos of dumplings on their white walls. read more

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Can't say enough about their dumplings! I recently feasted on Luscious Dumplings, and I am already craving them again. It's a bit cramped inside the restaurant but there are plenty of seats including a bar style seating, which I sat at. There were condiments at every table, and it is self-serve when it comes to water and utensils. Cucumber Salad (5/5): A simple but refreshing appetizer to share! They dressed up the cucumbers and were lightly smashed to absorb the sauce. Popcorn Chicken (4/5): Standard, juicy pieces of fried chicken served with a mayo sauce. Solid, but would not order this again. Yuzu Chicken Soup Dumplings (4/5): Delicious chicken soup inside each dumpling and the flavor was there. Crab & Pork Soup Dumplings (5/5): Both of the crab and pork provided so much flavor when you bite into it! This one was my favorite to order. Not much service but the staff still acknowledged guests as they came in and left and still went around asking about the quality of the food. This restaurant is something you would discover in Convoy area, so this is a different and unique find to the area! read more

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All around great experience. I liked the casual dining style and everything came out pretty quickly. The food was so yummy and there were plenty of menu items. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. I'll be coming back here again and again. read more

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Luscious Dumplings completely ruined standard takeout for me because their house-made dough and rich, savory broths are on a completely different level. I finally checked out this spot after hearing about its Michelin Bib Gourmand nods, and it easily lived up to the hype. read more

From the staff at the the start, two very personable young men, to the food and sweet chili sauce, amazing! I went off the recommend of the staff and got pan fried potsticker beef and cheese and the pork and shrimp wonton with noodles. It was great. If you want something else, something beyond good and different, why not try it. Be blessed by the sweet chili sauce. Looks hot ,but it's not. Just great. So good. read more

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We visited here for the first time after flirting with the idea of checking it out. Orders are taken online via a QR code or accessing the website. We ordered rice, soup dumplings, pan fried dumplings, rice, wonton soup, and some other stuff. My kids really enjoyed the scallion pancakes, but the rice, not so much. The broccoli surprised me as a cold dish, but was very enjoyable. I like the music and staff was friendly. A very chill atmosphere. read more

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First time coming here since my boyfriend and I were craving for dumplings and this place did not disappoint. The chicken dumplings with the sweet and chili sauce were incredibly good. The service is great as well, when you come in you can seat yourself and order from the QR code and they bring the food to your table. I would definitely be going again! Might become our favorite dumpling place read more

The place was delicious and we loved everything we ordered. Pick a table, order AND pay off the QR code. Every restaurant should do this. Allows you to take your time, order when ready, and leave right away when done. The only weird thing was that it asked for a tip and to pay immediately after ordering. We didn't know what type of service otherwise there was so perhaps they can separate the payment for afterwards. So everyone knows, you order, and for the drinks, they call your name and you have to go up to the counter to get the cups. For the food, they brought it over to the table. You bus the table afterwards yourself. Green onion pancake was tasty and I loved that they added fresh green onions. It was very oily though. The pan fried pork dumplings were delicious. They were kind of in between a potsticker, a shen jian bao, and a dumpling. They had thick skin and also soup inside, so best to kind of eat it like a XLB otherwise, you'll pop the dumpling and lose all the precious, juicy, flavor. I really enjoyed the shrimp, pork, and chive boiled dumplings. Lastly, the spicy cucumber salad was so flavorful and delicious with the mala taste. Table comes with a chili oil and a sweet chili oil plus the typical soy sauce and black vinegar for your sauce. The dishware was disposable even though they seemed a tad too nice to be yet not quite like real dishware. But the instructions at the trash can was that everything was trash except the metal silverware and actual XLB steamed metal containers. The parking lot was insane at lunch time on a Friday so keep that in mind. Go further away towards Five below and it's less crazy. read more

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I asked my husband if we can dine here once a week and he said no lol. What a hidden gem! I love how this place is a casual eatery yet the food is very restaurant quality. In my opinion, the dumplings are up there with dumpling inn and JCK, almost neck and neck with DTF. Great customer service and friendly staff, especially the guy who speaks in "accents." The food is DELICIOUS and with great flavors, the dumplings are huge. I've never had soup dumplings that contained SO MUCH SOUP before. Pretty much half our spoon was filled and it was hot. The spicy wontons had such a unique flavor that we didn't expect. The sauce the cucumbers are drenched in is also unique, I dipped my dumplings in the leftover sauce. Everything is disposable and there is a station with everything you could need for your dining needs. You order on your phone using a QR code, the food is brought out to you, and after there are trash cans by the front door to dispose your trash and leave the silver tins that the dumplings come in on top. I can't wait to return!! read more

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Michelin Bib Gourmand and I can see why! This is a no-frills, order on the kiosk, and serve-your-self type vibes to keep costs down but operations to be efficient. The pork XLB dumplings were so juicy and flavorful. For 8 pieces for $15, it was affordable and very delicious. I would totally come back for the dumplings where next time, I want to try their yuzu chicken XLB next time since I have not seen that anywhere else before. The Taiwanese popcorn fried chicken for $9.50 was soooo juicy and flavorful. Not a dry piece to be found. For an additional $0.50 for the spicy seasoning, it took it up a notch. I would totally come back if it wasn't so far!! A definite staple! read more

Came here because I had a recommendation with one person that was on the plane with me so I decided to try it they are so good the dumplings shrimp and pork soup was delicious cucumber bomb love the sauce will be back try dry dumplings read more

Luscious Dumplings - Dim Sum Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Let me start with the good: Yes XLB STEAMED dumplings ( do not confuse with boiled dumplings which will taste more doughy) And the popular beef noodle soup, taste good enough to not drive the distance. The bad : QR menus: I would appreciate a paper menu next to QR code or at least offer one upon entering restaurant . Customer service from Chef : Attitude not appreciated.-needless to say I will not return . I am okay driving to Meet Dumplings. When I went up to cashier to request to change my order from boiled to steam dumplings the chef paused what he was doing and stared at me for 2 seconds too long ( his body language was loud ,eye rolling, deep breaths ) ... Chef body language was the first red flag he even responded on behalf of cashier telling me they were out of steamed dumplings? I then asked to please cancel my order because I did not want boiled ones. Chef then changed his mind about being out of "steamed dumplings " and he told me he could give me steamed dumplings and asked if I wanted to watch him steam them for me... I responded " I do not want the same boiled dumplings to be steamed" ... So they poured the SAME boiled dumplings into the steam basket and I repeated to the chef and cashier to please cancel the dumplings and his response was that boiled and steam are the same and that he had just boiled for 5 mins ... I know the way I like my dumplings and it is not the same texture once it's boiled . Chef did not appreciated that I changed my order from " BOILED " to STEAMED and he was unprofessional . It would help if they would organize the menu items and put " XLB BOILED pork and XLB STEAM Pork under the same section and capitalize the BOILED and STEAM. Luscious team: Thank you for my refund and thank you for checking on my table. read more

Luscious Dumplings - Beef noodle soup - its okay and better than anything similar in the vicinity of eastlake. - Dim Sum Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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Food:: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 3/5 This is a perfect little hole in the wall dumpling joint to either grab food to go or share some plates with one other person. I wouldn't recommend this place for large parties since the inside is incredibly small and the tables are tight. The process to order is simple- you come in, pick a free table, scan the QR for the menu, and place your order and pay through the app. The timing to get your food and drinks is really quick. We ordered the bok choy, cucumber salad, pork XLB, and pan fried pork dumplings. We also ordered the piggy bao for dessert. The veggies were fresh, delicious, and complemented the dumplings so well. Highly recommend! I'm glad we have this spot close to the house. This is a lot easier to get to than Convoy! read more

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It was our first time. Great recommendations from the workers. Everything was fresh and delicious with so many options. We will definitely be back! read more

Luscious Dumplings - My favorite- Steamed Chicken Dumplings -8pcs - Dim Sum Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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The food was really good! My daughter loved it so much! She was so happy with how cute they are and the taste soft, lightly sweet with a pandan flavor inside. My husband loved it too specially the dumplings Will come back for more cravings. read more

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Welcome addition to the east side of Chula Vista area! It's pretty casual here. You can order from your table via Toast or walk up to the counter. Food came out surprisingly quick. Not many seats and decor. Our party of 5 was a little cramped with my chair basically up against the kitchen counter. Came on a Friday night and it was busy and super loud. I had a hard time hearing and communicating with the other side of the table for our group of five. The only other table would have been right next to the door where people were lined up. Scallion pancakes. Flaky and crispy on the outside. Soft and chewy inside. Perfect. Dumplings: Ordered pork XLB, vegan pan fried, and shrimp/pork pan fried dumplings. All were done great. Angus beef bowls- Got the rice and the noodle soup version. Beef was tender and flavorful. Good amount. Broccoli with sesame seed dressing. Simple but good. Definitely would come back again for food. read more

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Decent dumplings really enjoyed stewed pork belly noodle Was not a fan of chicken dumplings. Service was great #erik_clegg_food read more

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Checked out this place because of the reviews. This restaurant is small but comfortable with bar seating and tables. Got here around 1pm so it was not so packed, we sat down at the bar. You order via a QR code on the table. I liked this feature because you don't depend on anyone taking your order. I would have liked though to pay after eating, because if you order and pay and then want to order more things you have to start from scratch. So it would be nice to pay your bill at the end of the experience, not the beginning because the app also makes you add the tip without knowing how the food or experience was. We ordered the Vegetable Spring Rolls, Bok Choy, Pan Fried Chicken Dumplings, Steamed Yuzu Chicken Dumplings and Pork Dumplings. Everything was delicious. Everything is basically self service, you pick up all your sauces and utensils from a bar. When you are done with your food you clean up your table. Great experience, the only issue that would be better would be making payment and tip at the end of eating not at the beginning. read more

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good dumpling place in a busy shopping center, perfect for a quick bite to eat! i was hesitant to come here because they don't offer a huge vegetarian selection, but decided i would give it a shot. the highlights for me were the scallion pancakes (perfectly crispy) and the vegan pan fried dumplings. usually vegan dumplings don't impress me too much, but i loved these with a bit of chili oil to spice it up! the cucumber salad was okay, but did not feel super fresh and despite being drowned in sauce, didn't have a whole lot of flavor? the dan dan noodles felt a little off balance, maybe too much vinegar or ginger, but i enjoyed them nonetheless. the dan dan noodles did have a nice kick of szechwan peppers! overall, not a huge fan of all the single-use plates/containers, as it is wasteful and doesn't make for a nice dining experience. however, staff are friendly and were helpful in the dining process, despite being a mainly serve-yourself establishment. read more

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Got my dumpling fix at a local dumpling place in Otay Ranch! This is a good addition to the area and located right next door to nothing Bundt cake. Pretty much seat yourself and order off a QR code at the table. Food comes out really fast! Food was tasty but mainly self service for utensils, plates and soft drinks. Ordered way too much food for 2 people but wanted to give everything a try. The spicy angus beef noodle was my favorite thing! The XLB dumplings tasted good but I thought the soup inside was lacking flavor which is my favorite part. I'll be back to try more things on the menu. read more

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I love this place. I've been coming to Luscious Dumplings 4 - 5 times now, and it never disappoints!! I want to give a special shout out and thank you to Gilbert, Wesley and Mia! we had a last minute adjustment to our order, and they were more than accommodating! can you tell me the restaurant is very clean and I cannot say enough praise for this place!! this is a must go to spot for San Diego, but especially for Chula Vista!! read more

I was thrilled to see this finally open! I called my family to come over and eat. Most of Chula Vista East was here lol! We stood in line to place our order in the kiosk and grabbed a table. At peak hours, tables are at a premium so it can be challenging to grab a table. There are tables outside, but those can fill up as well. I ordered a bit of everything, steamed, pan fried, & boiled dumplings along with multiple side dishes. The first thing that was brought out was the boiled dumplings, which were still a little cold on the inside :(. Given that it was quite busy, we powered through it but it didn't give us a great first impression. Our side dishes came out next, which we picked up, & these were pretty tasty. We had the bok choy, broccoli, mushrooms and scallion pancake. Tbh, it was difficult to cut the scallion pancake sections into smaller pieces with the utensils since they're pretty flimsy. We got the pan fried chicken dumplings - which were just ok. Kinda bland. Same thing with the steamed and pan fried fish dumplings, these were bland as well. My favorite one was the pork soup dumplings, which really is the best of all. Almost more than halfway through our meal we had no idea that small plates were available since they don't put it out in the self serve station. We used the containers that some of the dishes came in as our makeshift plates. When one of the servers realized we were using the containers that the dumplings came in as our plates, she went ahead and provided small paper plates. Also, it's difficult to pick up some of your order (some of it delivered to your table) especially if you're navigating a small and crowded restaurant. Lastly, the steamed dumplings were dripping water from the bottom, which dripped on us and in our water :(. Recommend some sort of plate underneath when serving this dish to customers. I will wait awhile before I come back. Experience was chaotic but wanted to see the new restaurant. read more

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This was a much farther drive than my normal radius to try a new restaurant, however it was still shorter than making a commute of over an hour north to visit the next closest location of Luscious Dumplings. The suite was next door to a famous local donut shop in the Village Walk at Eastlake in Chula Vista. Inside seating could hold about three dozen customers, and then there were some outside tables on the sidewalk. Luscious Dumplings comes with the reputation of being awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand beginning in 2021 which is no small feat in the culinary world. A self-service tablet was available at the counter to place an order. I wanted to focus on various types of dumplings although noodle dishes were available too. My selections were the following which each came as a set of eight... * Boiled Cabbage, Shrimp, and Pork Dumplings * Pan Fried Flaky Fish Dumplings * Steamed Chicken Dumplings Not only was the skin wrapper for these dumplings thinner than you find at most Asian restaurants, but the amount of filling inside each one was in the proper ratio. The first set of cabbage, shrimp, and pork was my favorite because of the combination of multiple ingredients. Honestly, all of them had a quality that was as good as you will find in all of SD County. Chili oil, soy sauce, and vinegar were provided at each table to enhance the taste of the products. One aspect I didn't like was how the food was delivered to each party. Instead of handing out a numbered buzzer that would vibrate when an order was ready or a numbered placard to set at a table for visibility to the servers, a worker would call out a ticket number when a particular item was available. They would walk around the dining area, both inside and outside, to try and locate the correct table. This process was repeated until all of the choices in an order were fulfilled. With the limited seating, I noticed that the dirty tables weren't cleaned as quickly as possible. My two-top still had some chili oil residue on the surface that hadn't been wiped off. For the dumplings alone, I would rate them with five stars. Subtract one star for the above correctable issues with the operational flow, and that was how I came up with a four star dining experience at Luscious Dumplings. read more

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I thank I ate everything on the menu here. I was so excited to try it. Service was quick and they check you out on an iPad. It's a small space so sometimes there's a wait. They don't serve alcohol so be prepared. Tip: you MUST try the chicken karaage. It was amazing! read more

Luscious Dumplings - Steamed Piggy Buns (4pc) - Dim Sum Near Me - Chula Vista, California

This Michelins Bib Gourmand little gem located in Eastlake Parkway Shopping Center is what South Bay needed. There aren't too many Asian places with XLB in South Bay and this will save the drive up to Convoy or UTC for Din Tai Fun. We hadn't been to DTF in a while but the prices seem relatively close to DTF. The skin of the dumplings are not as thin as DTF so don't expect that here. There seemed to be a lot of people doing We were here for dinner on Saturday. The lines were steady and busy. There is a kiosk to order your meal. You can view the menu using the QR code. The family in front of us seemed to have difficulty placing their order or was indecisive. The line started backing up so they took our order at the counter. We ordered steamed pork XLB, steamed chicken dumpling (by mistake on our part and had intended on ordering another XLB), pan fried vegan dumplings, vegan steamed dumplings, and a broccoli creamy sesame sauce. We sat inside at the counter against the wall. The place is small but there is also outdoor seating. All utensils and napkins are by the drink station. Our order came out in a reasonable amount of time. All the food tasted freshly made. Our number was called for the creamy broccoli. It was small and surprisingly - cold. It was good, but we are used to having hot broccoli and was not expecting it to be cold (again it was good). The rest of the order was brought to us. Both vegan dumplings (steamed and pan fried) were heavier than our other dumplings. If you are vegan and hungry, definitely get this. I like the flavor of the pan fried over the steamed. The chicken dumpling had a good amount of chicken in it. There weren't any other vegetables or herbs in it. The steamed XLB pork dumpling was our favorite. It had good flavors to it. This place is a 4.5 for us. We definitely will return but we would be trying out more XLB. read more

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Just opened in Eastlake and Michelin recognized. Fast casual vibe. Walk in, order on the tablet, grab a seat. We enjoyed everything we tried. The dough on the dumplings was a perfect bouncy, soft texture and just the right amount. The filling of the Shrimp and Chive steamed dumplings, XLB, and the Shrimp and Pork Pan-fried dumplings were well-seasoned and piping hot. Steamed items came with thin-cut ginger, with accoutrements (soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil) on each table to make a sauce to your liking. We really loved the sweet and spicy sauce that was by the beverage dispenser, though. Def a must try and easy to miss. Steamed items come in the steamer. All the utensils, place settings are disposable, and there is a sign to not throw out the steamers in case anyone thought to. Soft opening but a good opening. Just glad to have bomb dumplings in the area. About $50 for pan-fried dumplings, steamed dumplings, XLB, and bok choy, but def worth it. read more

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