The prices are still much for the monthly specials. Along with most being six and not eight. I think that for the quality of the dumplings and how really delicious they are, I can say some are worth just for the experience on a once a month basis. Now not all monthly specials I'm into and I'm grateful for that because in this economy, who can be spending money like that on what I would call a light lunch because you don't really get full of these dumplings. They are quite satisfying but just not full filling. I always find the staff here to be quite nice and today I actually got to meet one of the owners. I'm happy to hear they have some dumplings available in certain whole food stores. I don't know what the prices will be on those but if I find them, I'm in interested in trying the chicken parm. I like MiMi Chengs and I think you can find something you would like to. So check the instagram for monthly specials and be prepared to come spend some money. Thumbs up and Happy Yelping! read more

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Very awesome Taiwanese cuisine spot known for their dumplings & noodles. Got their chicken noodle soup which was excellent and featured short noodles in an excellent broth. Their dumplings were also quite good. Service was also excellent and attentive and prompt. Interior a bit cozy but there are tables and seats where you can eat from side ledges. Recommended in East Village! Just got out from the world premiere screening of a feature film I executive produced with Lilly Wachowski and directed and written by Andy Fidoten, "Something You Should Know About Me." It was at the East Village by Angelika, a beloved local movie theater. read more

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This place is so cute and really delicious. Everything was so flavorful. I got the dumplings. I also got the chicken and rice had a little bit of bok choy in it. It was so yummy. Definitely might go to place Siri refresh. The vibe is really cute. That's like a fun young vibe inside lots of people talking and it's on 12th and 2nd Ave.. The service is pretty great. Everything came out within 5/10 minutes.. read more

Mimi Cheng's Dumplings - Chicken n rice - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

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I remember this place to be pretty good and that I loved to come here whenever I was in the area. Stopped in yesterday and there was an odd smell but I proceeded to order. I got steamed pork and onion dumplings and tried the scallion pancakes. Took about 15 min to make. Mind you no one else was here but they were probably also making to go orders as well. I got my order and the dumplings looked ok but once I started eating them the pork kept sliding out of all of them and maybe it is because I have gotten the fried ones usually but I feel like they were not well crafted. And the scallion pancakes were not flavorful but very oiley. Was not the type of lunch I was looking for. Oh well now I know. read more

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I think because I might've had such high expectations that I was very let down. The interior of the shop is cute and simple. You order at the counter and the food is brought to you when it's done. When I came, there were only two people working but it got a bit busy, so service was a bit slow. I got their August special: the scallion pancake burger. I saw this on a Tiktok and really wanted to try, but was very let down. The scallion pancake didn't really taste like a scallion pancake (there were no aromatics) and it was soggy (not crispy at all). I think they also put too much sauce so it overpowered any other flavors in the burger. Overall, I thought it was really salty and I wouldn't recommend paying $17 for it. I would say though, that they are more known for their dumplings, so maybe try those? read more

Mimi Cheng's Dumplings - August special: scallion pancake burger - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

I'm sure there's a book published somewhere about this phenomenon that we're all familiar with being that a lot of businesses will start with amazingness, but then as time progresses the quality degrades. Though it might be from the aftermath of the pandemic and recouping? The dumplings no longer have the characteristic freshness to them and I don't believe that this is perception bias with the production no longer being at the location because upon looking inside the dumpling, it no longer appears like a same day produced ( as with any savory filled concoction the texture and flavor changes when same day vs day before ). Nonetheless I remember her energy when first opening and that alone gave me high hopes that she would be successful. I missed the original recipe or whatever it was, which was served at the establishment for years. read more

Made a quick stop in here specifically for these Peter Luger steak bao buns. They were bomb. So delicious and they even came with the signature chocolate coins from Peter Lugers. We also tried the pork and chive dumplings and the chicken dumplings. Both very delicious and freshly made. The cucumber salad was pretty flavorless. Good place for a dumpling quick fix. A little pricey. read more

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Cute and modern looking dumpling and noodle place with high prices and average dishes. The only positive aspect is the premium ingredients. (if we are to actually believe they used organic chicken in their Mimi's original). The Dan Dan noodles with soba noodles, instead of wheat was a nice touch, I guess, but where was the ground pork, the preserved mustard? How can this dish even claim to be a dan dan noodle dish? This macrobiotic Dan Dan noodle is for the Erewhon crowd, not for anyone wanting the real thing. If you're used to the authentic grub, you'll likely be disappointed. You're better off getting your noodles at Grand Sichuan (for the same price) and your dumplings at any of the dumpling places Robert Sietsema has ranked on Eater (for half the price). read more

Mimi Cheng's Dumplings - Mimi Cheng Chicken Dumplings - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

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The restaurant is very minimalistic. You order at the counter and then you can find your own seat. There were also two small tables outside. The pan fried dumplings and vegetable were good, but expensive for the portion size. Overall an okay spot for a quick meal. I wish they offered free water for customers who eat in the store. read more

Mimi Cheng's Dumplings - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

~ Pork & Chives Dumpling ~ Dumpling skin is thin, the edges are slightly on the harder side, but the bottom is crispy. The filling is quite juicy, though I'd prefer to have more chives. Flavour wise it's ok, just a tad bit saltier then I prefer, but I don't feel very thirsty after eating them. Very poor value for money though, I don't think they're worth $17.... you could get them for way cheaper at China Town/Flushing. Will I be back? No It's average dumpling, but with premium price. I don't think it's worth me paying that much for some dumplings. I'd rather make them at home (I'm Chinese I know how to make my dumplings, plus ingredients are cheap with minimal seasonings required). read more

Mimi Cheng's Dumplings - Pork and Chive Dumplings - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

This is a small, unassuming restaurant on a bustling street in the east village. For seating, they have a counter with a half dozen or so bar stool seats and a couple of tables that seat four people each. There is no public bathroom. For dumplings, we got a 50/50 order, which came with 8 dumplings total. We got the pork chive and mighty veggie. You can choose to have the dumplings boiled or fried. We went with the latter and enjoyed them. They came with chili oil for dipping. This offered a nice kick, but wasn't overly spicy. The veggie dumplings tasted very fresh. I also got the spicy dan dan noodles. I was expecting the noodles to be tossed in a rich sauce, but they appeared quite plain when they arrived at the table. There was a tasty sauce at the bottom of the bowl which offered some good flavor and it was definitely a filling dish, but did not quite match my expectations. The noodles were very chewy. I loved the scallion pancakes. They were crispy and flaky. They provide free water if you ask for a cup at the counter, but it would be more convenient if they had a self-serve dispenser. Overall, I'd consider takeout here again. read more

This was my first time here. I ordered the March special: March special x FINI Pizza: a medley of our favorite FINI pizza toppings with locally-sourced Italian sausage, pepperoni, roasted shallots, mozzarella, parmesan cheese, and herbs with a side of housemade pizza sauce. 8 dumplings, pan-fried. The dumplings were delicious! They had so much flavor. Please consider adding this to your regular menu! My only complaint is that the drink selection was lacking. read more

Mimi Cheng's Dumplings - Limited drink selection - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

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I really am sad that I didn't like this. I might return in the future to try their ordinary dumplings but I do think as someone who grew up eating dumplings this is quite the case of fusion confusion. Got the January special which were the chicken and waffle dumplings. I will praise them for the actual dumpling itself - nicely fried, crispy, and a dense heaping of juicy chicken meat inside. It makes it a little more justified that it was like 17 bucks for four dumplings (and two scallion waffles). The waffles were just ok, a little soggy, not crispy, and not a strong scallion flavor either. An interesting combo of flavors but not that enjoyable tbh. Spicy Dan Dan noodles - love a dan dan noodle. Just so you know it's made with soba noodles which gives a different texture and flavor being that they're made from buckwheat. However they lacked the things I enjoy from dan dan noodles - bits of pork meat in a nice spicy tangy sauce that clings to the noodles. Just underwhelming and very heavy on the soba flavor with a very mild spice level. read more

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A scam. First off they don't tell you in the website how many pieces they give you. The 50/50 dumpling is only 8 pieces for a high price. Who knows if it's actually organic or not? Taste was OK. Nothing extraordinary. It's a small place in east village with a couple tables inside. I placed an order for pickup. I would not come again, save your money and get good dumplings elsewhere. read more

If you need a quick dumpling fix in the East Village, this is your spot. The dumplings are deliciously fresh, you can see them literally making it in front of you while you wait. The signature Mimi Cheng dumplings with chicken are my favorite, but the pork and chive ones are also very good and have a unique triangular shape. The dan dan noodles are excellent as well, although it does have a little bit of kick so avoid if you're very sensitive to spice. Prices are a little on the high side at $15 for 8 dumplings. read more

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This place looks so cute and unassuming from the outside that I popped in for lunch. Three small tables outside provided a sunny perch for a few diners. The choice of vegetarian dumplings did not look super interesting so I opted for the Dan Dan noodles. Well, the noodles themselves are cooked perfectly, that much is true. But the sauce does not deliver and I'm afraid this dish is all about the sauce. It's a little spicy but it's mostly nothing. There is a bit of flash boiled bok choy that comes with it which is nice. Unfortunately this didn't quite make the cut for me. Perhaps the dumplings are better. read more

Mimi Cheng's Dumplings - Dan Dan noodles - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

I love these dumplings! Been a customer from the week they opened and I've been coming back ever since. Everything is beyond delicious but I will say the dumplings are special. This is home cooked authentic Chinese comfort food. Organic and super high quality ingredients make every bit better. The restaurant is clean, casual and minimal. I've eaten there for a quick meal and taken the food home or to eat somewhere else. Everyone is friendly and attentive and you can see into the kitchen where cooks are making the dumplings by hand. Good starting point are the chicken or pork dumplings if you're into meat and the vegi dumpling are delicious for vegetable lovers. Don't miss their monthly dumpling special, they are imaginative, special and make you smile and full. read more

one of my fav places to get dumplings! i got the fried veggie dumplings with my sister and we shared them. 4 each. you get the red oil and everything was very good!!! service was very friendly too. read more

Mid dumplings for a ridiculous price. Find a spot in Chinatown or go to any other cheap Chinese place instead

Multiple locations, great place for Dim Sum and Taiwainese cuisine, although not completely authentic, it was a great sit down for lunch. Food was served almost immediately and you can see the dumplings being freshly made. We started with the Dan Dan noodles which they claimed were very spicy, however if you can handle the heat, it was not as spicy as expected. We actually ordered extra red chili oil for some added flavor and kick. They were made out of buckwheat soba served with fresh baby Bok choy. We ordered the chicken dumplings along with pork chives dumplings. You can choose from fried or boiled and we choose the fried as we like the extra crunch from the sear. Dumplings were served with a tangy, vinegar sauce. Not many drink selections. Recommended Dishes: Spicy Dan Dan Noodles, Hot Fried Chicken Dumplings, Pork and Chives Dumplings read more

I'm so happy this spot is still open ! And they have outdoor seating! Stopped by on a Friday night to grab some burger dumplings. Holy crap , these dumplings were so good! They joined forces with Emily's burgers to create this dumpling and it is out of this world amazing. read more

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The space is cute and the dumplings are decent. I felt the service here could have been a bit better. The person behind the counter was a bit rude when we didn't notice the tiny little revised menu at the bottom (apparently the main menu is no longer valid). I was a little disappointed they weren't doing their 50/50 and only had one veggie dumpling available. The veggie dumpling is delicious though. The greens are just ok (felt a bit greasy) and the cucumber salad, while fresh, lacked flavor. I don't think the sides here are great, but the veggie dumplings are nice. read more

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The dumplings here are indeed costlier than what you can get at your average Chinatown dumpling shop, but pricing for food is all arbitrary and no one can make a profit selling dumplings for 25 cents a pop in the East Village, so I think the complaints about their prices are moot points. The rotating monthly specials are always so inventive and are what keep me perpetually keen on return visits. This time it was the French Onion Soup dumplings that caught my attention and absolutely delighted my taste buds. February is a good month for a special like this because we're all just seeking something warm and comforting to get us through these winter blues. While it might be tempting to share a few options with friends, I think the move here is to get a plate to yourself so you can have the joy of biting into the al dente dumpling skin and letting the cheese and flavorful soup fill your mouth over and over again. Yes the experience is as sensual as it sounds. Douse your dumplings in their house made chili oil for extra oomph. read more

Mimi Cheng's Dumplings - French onion soup dumplings - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

The dumplings are okay. Certainly nothing to rave about, especially for the price, but they'll work if you're in the neighborhood and are really craving dumplings. I do enjoy that the pan-fried ones are crispy and lightly charred on one side without the whole thing being fried and hardened to oblivion. The dumplings of the month, chicken with green mole sauce, actually tasted more like pork or chorizo. The ingredients sounded so interesting and inventive, but everything became one giant mush of singular flavor; nothing stood out. The pan-fried reinvented classic was pretty tasty. I also liked the garlic crushed cucumber salad, but you can't really go wrong with that. When I went, they served an unsweetened blueberry iced tea and a sweetened lemonade, but I was able to mix both to basically create a blueberry Arnold Palmer. A little too sweet for me, so not as refreshing, but I bet the unsweetened blueberry iced tea by itself would be great. read more

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I've had Mimi Cheng's bookmarked foreverrrr, I think for years. I finally had the opportunity to stop by and purchase an order of their dumplings. I like the 50/50 option that they have where you can choose between two types of dumplings. We decided to try Mimi Cheng's dumplings and the pork and chive dumplings, pan fried. The price of 8 dumplings were over $15, which is pretty pricey but I don't mind paying for good food, especially in these hard times of the pandemic. But, unfortunately, maybe my expectations were too high or perhaps they were having an off day; these dumplings were extremely salty. They were, however, very flavorful. The staff was very nice and the store is nice and bright with a clean ambiance. Would I go back again? Unfortunately, with all the other options that are within walking or a short driving distance, I can't say for sure that I would. read more

Come on now Mimi Cheng's for as much as your food cost, y'all can do way better. This is $8. This packaging and portioning is terrible. It's tasty though. Actually Mimi ! Responded to you comment... I've supported your company for years! I'm a private chef that does meal prep so i know lots about containers and portions. I am a small business and I work for a few.. If your business is slow/not thriving at the moment. I'd expect more attention to detail... I also came to your establishment after my private chef gig and didn't see my order until I got home after a long day of work. Trusting it would be great. So I didn't see my order until then, hence why I couldn't say anything until this review. Good day. read more

Mimi Cheng's Dumplings - Street Taiwanese Street-Cart Greens - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

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I randomly stopped by here on a random weekend afternoon after a long day out. I must've come in between meal times, since there weren't any other customers. There was a menu posted up on the wall, but the cashier directed me to a printed out menu that was posted next to the register. I guess they had a limited or different menu due to covid? I ended up ordering a scallion pancake and some kind of fried veggie dumplings to go. The scallion pancake was good: crispy, flaky, and hot. The dumplings were okay, I didn't find them particularly special or unique. The soy sauce that came with my meal was also just fine, but I feel like it lost some of its taste with the more oily food I dipped in.. I ended up mixing my own soy sauce with Sriracha and preferred that. Overall, I liked the food and it lasted me about 2.5 meals. It was pretty satisfying and heated up well as leftovers. For the price, flavors, and distance from my apartment, I don't think I would go out of my way to come back, but I would recommend trying it. read more

We went to Mimi Cheng's around lunchtime on a weekday and there wasn't a long line. The dumplings and the secret sauce were really good. Great customer service. read more

Mimi Cheng's Dumplings - Mimi Cheng Dumplings + Pork and Chive Dumplings - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

Love at first bite. April monthly special: Wagyu Cheeseburger Dumplings (cheeseburger, caramelized onions, scallions, cheddar, pickles, special sauce (which tasted like In N Out spread) -- 6pcs/$12.50 Sounds weird but it tasted incredible!! I also got the Reinvented Classic Pork (pork, baby bok choy, & cabbage) -- 6pcs/$10.95. Yumm. I ate 12 dumplings with no regrets. I think the pan fried dumplings are better than boiled. It's all about textures~~ Tbh, I wanted more but I was satisfied because I was on a quest for more food in NY. I'm still dreaming about these dumplings . Someone please deliver to California!!! Lol. When I go to NY again, I am definitely going to pay another visit. read more

Mimi Cheng has consistently had some of the best dumplings in the village. I live for their monthly collabs, and get excited when they bring back their fan favorites (emmy's burger dumplings!). Their sauce is great, although pretty standard for dumplings. It's definitely a bit more expensive than your average frozen dumplings, but you're paying for fresh ingredients and quality. I hope they start offering shipping options for their dumplings! read more

Mimi Cheng's Dumplings - a plate of dumplings and dipping sauce - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

I've gone to the East village location 2 years ago and had a wonderful experience and loved every dishes we ordered. We were in NYC last weekend and I was excited to go back and get my dumpling fix. I was quite disappointed with the food. The panfried dumplings were plain and undercooked on the edges. The Dan noodles and cucumbers were okay. The greens were drenched in the sauce and lacked flavors. The server/cook (the only person in the restaurant) was nice and attentive, however, the food was so poorly executed. read more

I really can't say anything about the food because the service was just so rude that we decided not to eat there. I came in with my 2 kids, and while standing in line to order asked about the restroom. Despite there being a law requiring to provide restrooms to that sized restaurant (and common decency really), i was told there is no restroom. When i said we really want to eat there, but my kids just have to use the restroom first- can they use the employee restroom, the person at the counter just rudely said no. My kids still really wanted to order, so i asked "can i have the 50/50 with the chicken dumpling and the monthly special", she just said "no". I had to ask and apparently you cant combine the monthly special (of course that isn't mentioned anywhere). Now, if she had at least been polite, and said "im sorry, but we cant", i would have accepted that. But just saying "no" very rudely? If you hate working there, you shouldn't work in customer service. read more

A cute small dumpling shop. Got the 50/50 with the classic chicken dumplings and pork and chive, pan fried. The dumplings are fresh and savoury, the sauce is pretty normal - a little bit salty I think and would be good if they offer some spicy sauce too. The table is a bit sticky where I sit. Overall good dumplings, but at a very high price point. read more

Mimi Cheng's Dumplings - Mimi Cheng Dumplings, Pork and Chive Dumplings - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

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I have heard the hype about Mimi Cheng's dumplings and finally decided to try them. The BEST dumplings I've had to date. I love dumplings and I order them every time I have Asian food, but these are to die for. I got a combo of 3 chicken and 3 pork dumplings and it came with their secret sauce. I also got a side of a spicy chili oil but I didn't even need it! The secret sauce is so good on its own. I will be ordering chicken dumplings next time, I preferred those iced the pork ones. I wish I had ordered more because I craved them for the next two days. I can't wait to go back in and get more dumplings. A must. Don't walk, run. read more

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Food was ok, needs more love or time spent cooking it. Pork dumplings fell apart easily. Staff needs an attitude check. Almost every item given to me was tossed with a "here" attitude. read more

Pretty tasty NY dumplings! I get a Westernized vibe from the place, and the dumplings are more expensive than I would normally want to pay, but they are tasty. There's a counter at the front where you order and pay; no complaints about the service. The portion sizes are on the smaller side, so don't expect to get full off them. Overall: the dumplings taste good and I liked eating them, but this is not where I would look to go for dumplings. read more

Dumplings were delicious fresh. The sauce wasn't very special (standard dipping sauce - no spice or chili oil). More of a cutesy americanized place than a hole in the wall shop, and prices definitely align with that. $14 for 8 dumplings Service was great and staff wore masks. read more

Mimi Cheng's Dumplings - IG: @foodsbysachi - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

I've had Mimi Cheng's on my list of places to try in the city for years, and I'm quite disappointed. The quality of the dumplings isn't bad, but it's not nearly enough to justify the price. As I've seen others mention here, this is really just quintessential Manhattan price inflation. I'm sure you can get much better dumplings in Flushing at a much lower price. What drove me to leave a less-than-stellar review is really the customer service. Specifically, after paying for food and waiting for my order, I requested use of the restroom and was denied. Note that this was AFTER I'd placed an order. It was absolutely clear that I was a customer and not just someone who'd walked in off the street. NYC law says that if an establishment has seating for at least 20 people (which I think this one does), it MUST provide a restroom for customers, yet I was told that the owner does not allow "public use" of the restroom. Again, there's a difference between PUBLIC use and A PAYING CUSTOMER who's eating at your restaurant using the bathroom. It wasn't "It's out of order" or something like that. It was just a flat-out no. I was in disbelief. If I weren't there with a friend and trying to keep the peace in advance of getting our meal, I would've cancelled my order and left. It's bigger than the restroom. It's about how they regard their customers. Tl;dr: Average dumplings at a high price. They don't allow customers to use the restroom. I certainly won't be returning. read more

Holy mother of jeebus. These are actually some of the blandest over priced entrees I've had to date. My girlfriend got the chicken noodle soup and I got the spicy Dan Dan noodles and I drowned it all in salt just to finish it. Don't recommend at all read more

Mimi Cheng's Dumplings - Spicy Dan Dan drowned in all the chili sauce with extra salt - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

Bad, burnt dumplings with rancid oil flavor. No restroom for paying customers. AND bad service. This place used to be very good and has gone way downhill. I'm sad to see a once "go to" dumpling place take a turn. We ordered two kinds of dumplings, both pan fried and they were burnt and tasted like the oil was old. The dipping sauce was watery and odd. (Definitely not like it used to be) Not sure what happened but I hope they can get back on the right track. Also get a bathroom! That's just instantly annoying to customers to not be able to use the restroom and at least wash your hands after walking in NYC. read more