Spicy short rib noodles were very good! Pork and cabbage dumplings are definitely a must.. Service was super fast! Got a table right away, and food came out fast as well. Ambiance is very cozy. read more

Mom's Dumpling is authentic, amazing, and awesome. The restaurant is on the smaller size, and it operates like mini restaurants do in Asian countries. There's a QR code taped to the table, you scan, you order your food and drinks, you pay, and the wait staff brings you your food. The staff is very respectful, very polite, and attentive when you need something. Diners tip: with a Yelp check-in, they offer a free beverage. This is such a wonderful bonus, especially in today's economy. Everything we ordered was delicious. I really enjoy watching what happens in the kitchen, and much of the seating is situated so that you can see through the glass walls, so you know the food is incredibly fresh. Beef pan fried dumplings: the pan fry is perfect and it's presented with the fried side up and is super tasty! One of the things that was immediately impressive, was the fact that the dumplings are nice size, and the filling is tasty and generous. These were by far, my absolute favorite. Pork and cabbage: this tasty dumpling dish was actually a surprise. The cabbage was finally diced and mixed in with the pork. This also had a generous amount of filling, and it wasn't all cabbage, which is what I initially thought might happen. They were very meaty. Fried tofu: I love fried tofu and often make this at home. While this was tasty, this was my least favorite dish. I felt like it needed seasoning and perhaps a dipping sauce. For me, it fell flat based on what I thought we were going to get. We did create our own sauce at the table for dipping, and I was really looking for a different flavor profile. So that's pretty much on me. Drink: order the "tea" in the red can. It's commonly served in Asia, and it's a great digestive, especially when eating spicy foods. It works hand-in-hand. Plus, it's delicious! ( see pictures) We had a great experience, had really delicious food, and really enjoyed the softness of the restaurant, as well as, the entire experience If you're looking for authentic delicious dumplings, absolutely try Mom's in Davis, CA! read more

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Mom's dumpling has been the best restaurant I've been to so far! The food was so delicious but the service was even better. Right when you walk in they greet you and seat you right away. It's family owned, so it has such a welcoming atmosphere. Iain was such a great host/server/entertainer!! :)) Made the experience 10x better! My friend and I had a variety of dishes dumplings, green beans, sesame balls, noodles, and lemonades. So hard to choose a favorite dish but the pan friend beef dumplings and sesame balls take the win. I would definitely recommend and will be coming back! read more

Mom's Dumpling - Dim Sum Near Me - Davis, California

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I absolutely love this restaurant! Great food, great service, and run by the sweetest owner who puts love, care, and intention into her business. It is rare that you find business owners nowadays that hold so much pride in what they do, with a desire to make people feel at home with food. I love their shrimp trio dumplings, and their chicken wings are a menu highlight for sure. I'd absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking for a homey, cozy meal away from home. Support small businesses! read more

I wanted to try Mom's Dumplings in Davis since they advertise they are MSG-free. You order online via the QR code the table. Even though this is how you send your order in, they'll pay payment in person. I ordered the Cuttlefish & Pork Dumplings and the Zucchini Egg & Shrimp Dumplings. I personally didn't care for the fishy taste of the Cuttlefish, but I didn't choose this dish for myself. Overall, enjoyed the texture of the wrappers and liked the dumplings. They tasted fresh and healthy. Service was nice/friendly. Not a lot of tables, but one side is just the walkway looking into the kitchen area, so it doesn't feel like you're crammed in. read more

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Um... this place serve dumplings. Ones that resemble those that my mom makes. Which are free. Which I don't have to pay for. Which tastes better. And my mom served it with love and sacrifice and dedication. And my house always smelled good and mom's house has that weird cheap table cloth that looks gaudy and familia at the same time. If a restaurant is gonna call itself mom's dumpling, it's literally asking for it. And if I can get sick of eating my own mother's dumplings... I think the real problem is that all they serve are mainly just dumplings. And nothing else. If all they got were dumplings, it's gotta be good. Or have lamb in it. Or have lobster in it. Or even have some weird combo like a pho dumpling. But if it's just regular dumplings, I don't think it will last. What I'd recommend is Costco linglings. Or your friends who knows how to recreate their moms dumplings. Or someone else who can cook for you bc you are too lazy to make your own. Or a good dimsum place that isn't too pretentious or overly expensive. Don't come here. Unless your friends suggest it. If they did, then don't argue. Just swallow and pretend it's as good as your mom's dumplings. PS - the place looks nice and the staff were friendly read more

This was my first time at Mom's Dumpling. The dumplings were delicious and tasted fresh. I ordered the cuttle fish/pork dumplings and the zucchini/shrimp dumplings. All dumplings were very moist and tasted fresh. The wrapper of the dumpling was light, chewy, and the perfect thickness. Ordering food is accomplished through using your own phone by scanning the QR code on the table. I've been to a few dumpling restaurants in Davis and Mom's Dumpling had the most unique and best tasting dumplings. Service was good as the workers were friendly. read more

Mom's Dumpling - Dim Sum Near Me - Davis, California

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This was my first time here and it was a great experience! All the food was absolutely delicious and the service was even better. Iain was an incredible host/server and was very happy and friendly. The restaurant was very clean and organized. I love that this is a family-owned restaurant, and you can feel the genuine hospitality from the moment you walk in. Also, I definitely recommend the sesame balls!! read more

Mom's Dumpling - Dim Sum Near Me - Davis, California

What a wonderful restaurant! Best Chinese food I've had... it was all fresh and the service was lovely. They even gave us a free dessert to go! Mom's Dumpling is highly recommend! read more

I wasn't expecting these dumplings to be THIS GOOD. Got the triple delight which is pork shrimp and chive. You can't taste the chive and it's fantastic. You can tell there's a lot of shrimp, the portion is good for the price, there's the crispy part. I prefer this dumpling spot to the one just across the street because the flavor was PERFECT. Salt was perfect, it was flavorful, and it was still super juicy. Service was super nice and the inside is tiny but cute. read more

Mom's Dumpling - Dim Sum Near Me - Davis, California

WOW FACTOR? Yes. Very attentive and friendly service. I really liked them. NOT HAVE AGAIN: The mackerel dumplings tasted too much like tuna. The pork, mushroom and water chestnut dumplings were just ok, without any crunch from the water chestnuts. Disappointing. Best to share with at least 3 others so you can have a variety of dumplings. read more

Very friendly service and food is tasty. Ordering is through QR code. Quick service and able to accommodate vegetarians. read more

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Delicious food and good service. Highly recommended. The pan fried dumplings are really crispy

went here when it just opened, we were the only people in here and ordered just these dumplings. it took about 45min to an hour for it to come out. they said a machine broke, yet were still serving food to the other customers... it felt like they treated customers who spoke chinese better than those who didn't... read more

Mom's Dumpling - Dim Sum Near Me - Davis, California

Noodles are really bouncy and fresh! Dumplings taste very flavorful but not artificial.

I recently ate here after a post on NextDoor informed me of the new restaurant's existence. With all the chilly fog lately, some dumplings sounded just right. It's open, airy and has plenty of natural light. You order by QR code, and the service is quick. I ordered some hot and sour soup, which was peppery, with sourness not overwhelming the meaty broth. It has plenty of textures too: a dense, almost gelatinous broth (in a good way), with soft tofu and crunchy mushrooms and bamboo. It was wonderful. For the dumplings, I selected the cuttlefish and pork. They were nice and meaty, again with balanced textures. The spices were subtle, and best of all was the explosion of of rich broth when biting in (I hadn't realized they were soup dumplings). The chili oil gave the perfect touch. I will definitely return to try more items read more

The delicious tender dumplings with the freshest and tasty ingredients. I wish I could have them every day!

Incredible food, fast and friendly service, clean restaurant! Pan fried dumpling, green beans, tofu, and passion fruit drink were family favorites. read more

Best food I had in davis . The service was the best i ever had . Ian is the goat he should be working in a Michelin star restaurant with his service skills . Bright future for the young man . Rate this overall a 6/5. read more

Mom's Dumpling - DEMOLISHED THE FOOD. SO GOOD. - Dim Sum Near Me - Davis, California

Best dumplings in Davis! We had the black pepper beef dumplings along with the pork and chive dumplings and they were OUTSTANDING! I highly recommend the food here. Will be coming back again. read more

Tried pork and chive and peppered beef dumplings, and the crispy pumpkin appetizer as a dessert. Ate everything!

Great food and the kid showed us magic tricks. The fried dumplings were crispy and juicy, and the mushrooms were refreshing read more

Mom's Dumpling - Cold Mixed Wood Ear Mushrooms- and Passion Fruit Juice- - Dim Sum Near Me - Davis, California

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Im rating this pretty critically since its a dumpling restaurant, and I had every dumpling store in davis atleast 5 times each. This place would be a contender to yangkee if it wasnt for the dough. I think the filling is 5 stars, but the dough is a problem. It lacks structure and it isn't kneaded so it falls apart easily. I am hoping this issue can be fixed because it would elevate this place to atleast a 4.5 stars. The base feels more like a cracker than a thin crisp you look for in traditional dumplings. Great filling though, I will look forward to trying this place in the future again. read more

Mom's Dumpling - Vegetarian Dumplings - Dim Sum Near Me - Davis, California

A lot left to be savored about this restaurant. The place is humbly tucked among the other places. It features a split second appeal of that grandeur entrance window notable in a Din Tai Fung but after you embrace it fully, the surreality fades sharply into a simply homey experience. I was greeted calmly by the son as he patiently sat me at my table and drew some softly flavored water in a glass. Even though he had other things to do, he made sure my visit was worthwhile by being open to any questions i had even if it was simple ones about how one makes a pillow-tucked dumpling. The dumplings were simply like cloud on a spring day loaded with a bouquet of freshly picked flavors (vinegar, soy sauce and chili sauce for an added adventure). The duck is just spicy to palate the aromatics. The sesame balls were crunchy, light and slightly sweet. If you come into this experience openly and warmly, to complement your stressful day, you will not be disappointed! read more

Dumplings were the best and freshest I've ever had. Very clean aesthetics, and vibe felt like I was at someone's aunt house for dinner. Service was quick considering dumplings were freshly made. read more

We really liked this small restaurant. Dumplings were fresh, service was prompt and helpful. You scan a QR code to order-very easy to do it. Food came quickly. We ordered spicy cucumbers, edamame, tofu with cilantro-these were all cold dishes. Also ordered black pepper beef dumplings, pork and chives dumplings and mixed vegetables dumplings. Our only request would be to mention somewhere that the pan fried mixed vegetables dumplings contain egg in the lacy fried pancake thing. Or have an option of having steamed mixed vegetables dumplings. Food was fresh and came very quickly to the table. We definitely recommend it. read more

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The dumplings here are the best in Davis. I have tried other spots in Davis such as Dumpling House on E. St and this place is far superior. The "skin" or wrap of the dumpling is so good and the flavor of the entire dumpling was perfect. The restaurant looked clean and I do appreciate that you're able to see the kitchen/work area when they prepare the food. A lot of Chinese restaurants are really dingy but this one is clean and transparent in their food prep. The owner of the restaurant is very young and I did not expect such a refined restaurant to have such a young owner. She seems so passionate about food that she offered us some yogurt concoction she made because she felt the ones she buys at stores are not that good. Even a non Chinese dish was so delicious. I have high hopes for this restaurant's future. I will definitely keep coming back. read more

This is the place to go if you like dumplings. All their dumplings are made from scratch, and ALL of them are fantastic. I went here yesterday with my mom, and we never go out to eat (maybe twice a month max) and since we tried this place, Mom's Dumplings has consistently earned its spot as one of the restaurants out of 2 max we go to each month. I don't think I could think more highly of their dumplings then I already do, they really are just fantastic! read more

Mom's Dumpling - Mushroom & water chesnut pork dumplings - Dim Sum Near Me - Davis, California

The pork and chive dumplings were delicious -- chewy, moist, and flavorful. We also loved the pickled cucumbers. Cool and tangy with a burst of heat. Our least favorite was the beef dumpling. It was a little too dry and lacking in flavor. Service was okay. You order at the table via QR code. Dishes come out fast. There's only one guy who attends to the customers, so getting water service was a bit delayed. read more

Came for the home-made dumplings. Good environment, good service and good food! Fried tofu is very good! read more

Mom's Dumpling - Dim Sum Near Me - Davis, California

Rubbery shrimp. Customer service not very good. No ice in your water. Tepid water. I just wouldn't come back.

My kids said the food was reminded them of NaiNai and YeYe's house. That says a lot. Easy experience, can order from QR or wait staff. Food came out super fast! They don't have XLB if you're wondering. We had the Japanese spinach, shredded potatoes, beef, shrimp & pork chives dumplings. Everything was great, tasted fresh and non processed. It really did feel like eating at my in-laws. My mandarin husband approves. Small cafe feel ambience. read more

Very good food. Service is great. Recommend heavily. Get the pan fried dumplings, they're a must!

I am 1/4 Jiaodong blood and I 1000% recommend this place. (My grandma from Jiaodong peninsula.) Highly recommend the mackerel dumplings and zucchini shrimp and egg. They are authentic and tasty! The seafood dumplings tastes exactly like what my grandma would feed me. In short it tastes like home. How many seafood dumplings have you seen? Not quite often I suppose. Exactly! Because it is unique specials around Shandong province in China! I have been revisiting this place at least 5 times already since I found out they are here in the past 2 months. Great snacks like Garlic Crispy tofu. Service here is beyond expectation! Answered a lot of my requests! Constantly have newbies to try and they are ALL great! read more

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very nice restaurant, the owner is pretty nice and chill! The zucchini dumplings, cutter fish dumplings and pan-fried dumplings are very delicious! Highly recommend! read more

Mom's Dumpling - Dim Sum Near Me - Davis, California

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Really yummy but some stuff was very spicy like the noodles. All the dumplings were fresh and tasty.

Husband and I went here. We had dumplings; pan fried dumplings, chicken wings, and mix veggies. We liked all the food here. The pan fried dumplings had a nice crispy bottom. Mix veggies was nice cool and refreshing. Everything was warm. The service was nice, refilled our waters a bunch of times. They had people make dumplings behind a glass wall. Overall positive experience. Will definitely come back. read more

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Excellent home made food! Excellent quality! Exceptional service! Feels like going home :)

We went for a quick snack, the seasoning on everything we ordered was on point! Definitely going back to try more new foods.