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    Steamed

    3.7 (107 reviews)
    ModerateDim Sum, Noodles
    Open 11:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    Good for kids

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    soup dumpling
    Blaze B.

    Went on a rather quiet afternoon that didn't pick up until I started to leave so service was rather quick. Soup dumplings were okay, I figured a lot of hype around them but I wanted to give them a try anyway. The real star of the meal was this beef soup, that broth is flavorful, punchy, and an overall decadent bite.

    -Xiao Long Bao (Pork Soup Dumplings) -Chong Qing Pork Noodle
    Jules Y.

    Ordered takeout from here and waited about 15 minutes: -Xiao Long Bao (Pork Soup Dumplings): 3/5 Skin was very thick and kept sticking to the foil pan, so it kept breaking and leaking out the juice :( I wasn't too impressed with the filling inside either, but it was mainly the thick skin that ruined the experience for me -Chong Qing Pork Noodle: 3.5/5 The noodles were well-made and the spice was very flavorful. However, they gave such a skimpy serving of pork that I felt betrayed Based on other reviews, perhaps you'll enjoy this restaurant more if you ordered other Dim Sum items!

    Shredded Chicken noodle soup
    Serena P.

    Steamed is one of those places that looks much bigger on the inside then it does on the outside. There's seating downstairs, and the whole spot is pretty cozy. This is the first time I've been since the pandemic started and the first time I got noodles instead of dimsum, but I think that's the move. Their noodles/entrées are priced very affordably (I think more so than their dimsum). The soup isn't too salty and the broth I had tasted like it was good quality. This will give you a little bit of a good coma but very much with it. Their location is also great, you can swing by and get boba or grab some HKM groceries on the way home.

    Braised Beef Brisket Noodle Soup
    Jasmine B.

    This place really surprised me. Walked in for lunch to dine in, which they have downstairs. When we got downstairs it was a bustling lunch spot, with well spaced seating and cozy. We ordered off the menu and it did not disappoint. Everything was so tasty and plentiful. The star dish for us was the beef noodle soup, which has just the right enough of spice, and the meat was so tender. I really enjoyed their chili pepper dumplings, one of the better ones I've had. The wait staff was also very attentive, and answered all our questions.

    Interior
    Isabel B.

    A really cute spot. When you walk in you're greeted with a buffet area but just ask for seating. Downstairs is nice and they had their AC on, which is nice. It's cute and modern. The menu is small and easy to choose from. We got a lot of food and all of it was good! I especially loved their seaweed salad...it's crazy good!!! All the dumplings we got were great as well, soft and fluffy and with a good crunch. Service was okay as well. We never had a problem. Our drinks did come after food was served but we had.l no bad experience here. Nice spot.

    Shrimp dumplings
    Sandra L.

    Pretty good. Has few dim sum options but there are very few options in the neighborhood so it's nice to have this place around. The shrimp dumplings were pretty good! I would get them again if I craved. The veggie dumplings weren't great. The skin is just too thick and the inside isn't flavorful. Still, I appreciate steamed since it is a good option for Asian food and dumplings! The food came later than expected but it wasn't a long wait.

    Pork buns
    Branon R.

    Got some take out today. Pork buns, savory cucumbers, and steamed dumplings. My wife who is a picky eater would rate it 10 stars if she could. Everything was fresh and super tasty. Will be back, multiple times!

    Thick skinned XLB. Not great.
    Shirley K.

    Overall, my experience here was just ok. The food is not that great. Whenever I visit a "Taiwa ese" styled resturant or XLB place I always order what is usually the signature or staple. They are the beef noodle soup, XLB, and Sheng Jiang Bao. The beef noodle soup was disappointing. The beef was a bit overcooked and if they are going to serve the piece of beef with the tendon the need to wash the tendon better before cooking. The noodles were more mushy than chewy. The bok choy was overcooked and soft. The broth was oily looking and was lacking a lot of herbs and spices. The XLB had a thick skin and I know it is a style, but more typical XLB places serve it with a thin skin and it takes more skill to steam thin XLB than thick skinned XLB. The meat was just ok . The broth threw me off in that it was quite concentrated. The broth should be a light and compliment the rest of the bao. The sheng jian bao was also not made well. It seems more store bought rather than self prepped. The bao was too dense and the some of the meat in a few of the baos tasted old. Sheng jian bao is an oily dish but it is prepared steaming hot and when you bite into it there should be broth bursting out. The meat should be a large portion of the bao and the bao skin should be thinner. I agree with the other reviewer that for this type of food, they should be coming out piping hot and not just warm. If it isn't hot enough the juices in the baos are usually absorbed into the dough and you arent able to experience the bursting juices of the broth.

    Pork soup dumplings
    Lily M.

    Ambiance was good. The live Bruno mars concert album was awesome. We loved the hibiscus tea and hot oil dumplings. Pork buns were okay. The beef brisket was chewy at some points, but the taste was good. Service was polite and timely. Check it out for sure, we had a lot of fun!

    Outside
    Jess L.

    My takeout dishes were on point. The vibe is similar to Xi'an, but they did away with the ordering counter, and the top floor is mostly tables for dining in. They focus primarily on soups and dim sum. The soups looked huge! I kind of wish they had more options in terms of dish types, but the food we ordered was good. The soup dumplings were some of the best I've had in New Haven, with a good ratio of skin, soup, and meat. They were nice and delicate and popped with soup. Pork dumplings are tough to mess up, so these were definitely satisfying. Nothing too revolutionary here but good. Ma La ducks had a nice spiciness to them. I really liked the dry rub! These dishes were ready for my pickup in 15 minutes. I look forward to eating in next time and trying a soup.

    Huge pork buns
    Bonnie G.

    Their dumplings are actually homemade, so if you've gotta wait 15 min for a huge pork bun like I did, it's a good sign. These are not your average frozen pork buns. The buns themselves were delicious, but the pork is more like a wonton. If you're seeking a BBQ pork bun, totally different story. The pork buns aren't BBQ here but still good.

    First Floor!
    Chris H.

    What a nice find! Steamed was one of those restaurants I went to with reservations about the authenticity and quality - I am happy to say that it absolutely blew my expectations out of the water. Upon entering, you are instantly greeted with the fragrant smell of peppercorn and sweet chili oil and classic Chinese decor. They even have a whole other section downstairs with even more seating! Being our first time here, we wanted to be able to try a bit of each. That being said, we ordered the: Har Gow (Crystal Shrimp Dumplings): (5/5) This dish alone scores Steamed a five star review just by itself. These are some of the largest har gows I have seen, bursting with juicy, jumbo shrimp and encased and the beautiful "crystal" skin that had just the right amount of chew. These dumplings were almost the size of the XLB! I have had har gow at some top dim sum establishments from NY to HK and this stands out among the very best! Wow, just wow! Sheng Jiang Bao (Pan Fried Pork Buns): (4/5) Classic Shanghainese buns, Steamed does these just right. They are nice and juicy on the inside with what I think is the perfect amount of crispness to the fried bottom. The dough is clearly homemade and the quality shows. Only slight personal adjustment would just be for a thinner wrap. Pickled Pork Belly in Chinese Bread (Pork Bao): (3/5) The most lackluster of what we tried at Steamed but still good nonetheless. The Bao here is homemade and the pork belly is well prepared. However, they would have benefitted greatly from more pork belly and perhaps some scallions and hoisin sauce to provide more depth of flavor! Xiao Long Bao (Pork Soup Dumplings): (5/5) XLB done right: thin skin and an interior filled with rich pork broth! Filling was a bit light in salt content but that is more a personal preference. The standard accompaniment of black vinegar and ginger helps balance this out. Beef Brisket Noodle Soup: (4/5) Perfect bowl of noodle soup for a cold day! The broth is addictive and spicy and the beef is fall apart tender. That being said, the noodles started clumped together and the amount of beef was quite low. These qualities don't stop this from being a killer bowl of noodles though. All in all, Steamed is an amazing addition to the New Haven food scene and stands out among the other authentic Chinese spots. I would make the trip again for those heavenly har gow themselves, but their other nuanced dishes command attention as well and make Steamed one of my top favorites in the New Haven area!

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    Amazing North Chinese food - tons of healthy noodle soups and unusual dumplings. Small menu but carefully curated.

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    Best soup dumplings within 30 minutes of New Haven. Pan fried bao buns were tasty too.

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    Good dumplings, Had chicken not spicy ramen soup which was good. Seems pretty pricey for what it is but ambiance good and food fresh.

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    Best. Dumplings in new haven proper. Quaint seating and ambiance. Small menu but does a really good job on the menu items it does have.

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    Never listen to the note from the customer! I requested no cilantro and still got those stuff twice!

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