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    4.5 (2k reviews)
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    Supreme Pork Xiao Long Bao
    Ailun H.

    I wanted Chinese food on the lighter end, so my friend suggested Supreme Dumplings. The Bellevue location can get pretty booked up in the evenings, so I'd recommend making a reservation in advance. Even on a Monday evening, most tables were full. Despite this, our food came out promptly. SUPREME PORK XIAO LONG BAO (8 PCS) - 14 We got two trays so we could each eat eight! The dumpling skin was thin and elastic, holding the filling and broth well, and we had very few issues with spillage. The pork filling was flavorful, but there wasn't a lot of broth. Within 10-15 minutes of receiving the order, the broth in the last couple XLBs had already started solidifying. STIR-FRY STRING BEANS WITH GARLIC - 15.50 These looked pretty mediocre when they arrived, but they exceeded our expectations. They had a nice smoky "wok hay" flavor, and the string beans were crunchy with a strong garlicky flavor. I also enjoyed the carrots and mushrooms that were stir-fried with them. Overall, Supreme Dumplings is a pretty solid spot!

    Pork xlb
    Angela L.

    Solid soup dumplings and Chinese food at a reasonable price. We came for a weekend lunch and were seated within 10 mins. The servers seemed new and nervous which made the interactions feel slightly tense. But, overall they were friendly. The interior is well-decorated and generally clean. However, our drink carafe at the table was dirty and the bathroom floor was very slippery with water/soap on the ground. We ordered the pork xlb, veggie xlb, tan tan noodles, and taro xlb for dessert. The service was fast and we received all 3 main dishes within 20 mins. The pork xlb was flavorful with a good amount of hot soup within the dumpling. The veggie xlb had no soup and a jicai filling that tasted no different than the frozen dumpling filling you get from an asian grocery store. The tan tan noodles were yummy - bouncy/chewy noodles coated with sauce with pork/cucumbers to top off. Fresh ginger is served with the xlb, and there is vinegar/soy sauce/chili oil to create your sauce at the table. The taro xlb filling was creamy - like a taro mashed potato - not too sweet, and was a nice way to end the meal. Overall, the pork xlb and tan tan noodles were worth coming back for. The price is decent and the dishes are generally executed well. There is a QR code you can scan to sign up to be a member on the table, which allows you to spin a wheel for a chance to get a free dish/discount on your meal for every $30 spent. New customers automatically get 100 pts upon signing up which = $5 off your meal.

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    Pallavi P.

    Bring airy welcoming ambience. They have a decent selection of dumplings and other dishes and iced teas. We got the a passion fruit drink, an assortment of soup dumplings and some cold noodles. The noodles were well flavored, the dumplings were average and the drink was good. We had ordered a Sichuan chilli oil chicken, but they were out of it, which was strange at 6pm on a weeknight. Oh well. The service though was strange and patchy. We had to wave and flag down a server each time - from taking our orders to wanting to add to our order. Finally, we got tired of trying to get one's attention and decided we were done with our meal. Given the choice of options in the area, I doubt we'll be back.

    Vanessa M.

    It was fine. I was expecting to be blown away by the food, but unfortunately it was very mid. Service was okay. The staff were friendly, but we were given the wrong item and based on the overheard conversation between the staff, they made it seem like it was our fault. I don't think I'd go back.

    Irma K.

    Amazing place for some dumplings and other dishes! Service was great. They were accommodating to our group and was friendly from beginning to the end of our dinner. Ambiance was nice. Lots of seating available and we were seated in a private room area. Great to go if you're with a small party celebrating a special occasion. Definitely recommend and would go again when in Bellevue.

    MinJung K.

    Went in with high expectations after hearing people say this was comparable to -- or even better than -- Din Tai Fung. Came out pretty disappointed. The food is fine, but it felt like an imitation that didn't quite land. The dumplings weren't up to par, the green beans were greasy, and overall the flavors just didn't have that same precision. The service was noticeably more casual and a step below what you'd get at DTF. Even the ambiance felt more laid-back in a way that worked against it given the comparison. Yes, it's cheaper -- and that's honestly the main thing it has going for it. But if I'm in the mood for this style of food, I'd reach for Din Tai Fung or Dough Zone before coming back here. Not bad by any means, just not the competition it's been hyped up to be.

    Crab & Pork Xiao Long Bao
    Mary D.

    We stopped by Supreme Dumplings for lunch one weekend and were so excited to try the xiao long bao. We were seated very quickly, even with children in the party, and our server got us drinks and took our orders in a timely manner. We were seated at a really nice booth, with nice lighting but enough privacy between booths. We ordered two types of xiao long bao, pork chop fried rice, and a kids meal. Our food came out very quickly and steaming. Everything smelled and looked delicious! The two xiao long bao (crab and pork) were really flavorful, with a nice umami broth inside and very seasoned filling. The pork chops were nice and crispy while still being juicy and tender, which isn't always the case with pork chops! The portion sizes were really good and the amount of food we ordered was perfect for three adults and two kids! I highly recommend this spot for its quick service, clean environment, and delicious dishes.

    Very good hot and sour soup.
    Big E.

    Okay...my first visit was a big disappointment. But after visiting when they weren't having plumbing issues. I can say this place is legit. Bellevue is Chinese AF. You can't get away with sub-standard food here. Supreme Dumplings didn't disappoint this time around. As some people may agree, better than Din Tai Fung in many ways. The Taiwanese pork chop is definitely better. I like the mini pan fried dumplings. And it's nice to have a legit hot and sour soup. Much better than what you get an an AYCE buffet or Americanized restaurant in middle-America.

    Shrimp and pork won ton mine
    Sherry C.

    Excellent xiao long bao!!! We got the original pork and the crab with pork. Xiao long bao. We also had the shrimp fried rice, shrimp and pork won ton mien and braised beef noodle soup. Service was excellent!! The restaurant was very clean and specious!! We loved everything!!

    HanNa P.

    I liked it. Was meeting up family and decided to try this place nearby. We got Pork Xiao Long Bao, Tan tan noodles, Wild mushroom fried rice and Braised pork belly. The soup in the Xlb was good. Noodles had great flavor. The fried rice was mild and enjoyable with no overpowering flavors. The pork belly was some of the better ones I have had compared to other places. Nothing too crazy here though. Service was fine for the most part and pleasant. Inside was very clean and modern. Private lot in front of store.

    Beef roll
    Hyunji K.

    Even better than before. An excellent Chinese spot in Bellevue. It has been a while since my last visit, and I am thrilled to report that Supreme Dumpling has leveled up. After finding out Sansuiwha was gone, we decided to revisit, and it was a completely satisfying dining experience. The dumplings--including the standard Xiao Long Bao, Spicy Xiao Long Bao, and Mini Pan-Fried Buns--were all incredibly clean, fresh, and delicious. We also tried the Beef Roll for the first time, and it was phenomenal; the exterior was perfectly crispy, and it was generously stuffed with flavorful beef. You can't go wrong with Honey Walnut Shrimp, and the Pork Chop Fried Rice was absolutely addictive. The rice had that ideal, fluffy texture, complementing the savory pork chop perfectly. Don't skip the Seasonal Stir-Fried Vegetables--the garlic sauce adds a wonderful depth of flavor and balances the entire meal. The only average item was the Taro Buns we ordered for dessert, which were a bit underwhelming. However, the overall food quality has definitely upgraded. On top of the great food, the service is attentive, and the interior is remarkably clean and well-maintained compared to many other Chinese restaurants. If you want a break from Dough Zone or Din Tai Fung and want to explore something different, this is definitely the place to go!

    Amy N.

    Where have you been all my life?! One word... AMAZING! We stopped by here for a quick bite after grocery shopping and it did NOT disappoint. Sorry but DTF is extremely overrated and this place is way better. We had the regular pork KLB and the spicy pork XLB. Both were delicious and full of broth. My mom who is extremely picky loved all the dishes we ordered. A few other favorites was the Taiwanese beef roll, wonton soup, and spicy pork and shrimp dumplings. I really wish we had a place this good in San Diego. Service was good. We were seated quickly and food came out quick as well. It wasn't busy because we went during a weird hour between lunch and dinner which I loved because of the quick service. I'd definitely come back again!

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    Nadia K.

    Reserved through Yelp but were seated later than our reservation time. The front desk staff was kind and helpful, though, which we appreciated. The food came out much faster than at Din Tai Fung. Even though the menu has fewer options, everything we ordered was great. The restaurant was pretty busy with both takeout and indoor seating. I'm rating it lower mainly because the reservation time didn't reflect the actual seating time.

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    I enjoyed the spicy dumplings, hot and sour soup, pork chop fried rice and ubevdumplings.

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    Can join waitlist on yelp. The soup dumplings are delicious. Also like the pork chop fried rice

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    Beware automatic 18% service charge for dine-in no matter how many people in your party. Great…read moreservice however. The crispy duck platter is the best peking duck experience I've ever had but for a more affordable price. That beings stated it is by no mean cheap. Highly recommended.

    We walked into Peony Kitchen for a Sunday lunch after a friend recommended the place. I went in not…read moreknowing anything about the restaurant at all (I hadn't even glanced at the menu), other than the promising statement that it was always full of Chinese people chowing down on great Chinese food. When we got there at noon, the place was completely barren, nary a customer in sight. Not promising. Service at Peony is not good. While a couple of other parties walked in during our visit, the dining room was never particularly busy and the single waiter on staff could easily have taken care of all of us. First strike - one person in our party asked for no ice in their soda. Guess what appeared? A cup full of ice. Second strike - water refills were never delivered during the entire meal. It's literally a carafe, not even individual water cups. Third strike - we sat close to 20 minutes after finishing our meal waiting for the check. Not a single employee was seen in the dining room during this entire time span. The food at Peony is just as poor as the service. Chicken Chow Fun ($25) - This is the saucy and wet type of chow fun, smothered in a Chop Suey-style brown goop gravy that looks downright unappealing after congealing into a wet puddle underneath the noodles. Depending on brand/type, the wide rice noodles used for Chow Fun can come stacked. The cook separates them out and cuts to size for service. In Peony's case, the cook was so lazy that they didn't even perform the basic separation step, resulting in large mounds of noodles, several 3 or 4 thick, glued together in a gloopy mess. Even with all the noodle overlap, somehow they are completely overcooked to the point of being mush. The dish in general is unbalanced. The focus on the dish should be on the noodles and the flavor of the wok hei (which, to their credit, is there). The meat is essentially an accompaniment to add spice and variety. This dish, on the other hand, has far too much meat, with the chicken adding up to perhaps 75% the mass of the dish as a whole. The meat is cut into uneven chunks and is lazily thick cut into large pieces. The one positive is that the chicken is tender. (1/5) Beef Chow Fun ($25) - This dish is somehow worse than the chicken despite the only change being a difference in protein. The chef was even lazier with this dish, with the noodles in almost all cases being 6 or even 7 layers thick. Seriously just take a look at my photo. This is by far the worst rendition of beef chow fun I've ever eaten. (1/5) Bacon with Chinese Cauliflower ($25) - As with the above two, this dish is extremely sloppy. The cut on the cauliflower isn't made with any particular care. It's like they just randomly started chopping the head up, creating pieces that most Chinese restaurants would be embarrassed to serve to guests. Throughout the dish, we found cauliflower pieces where the delicate top florets were hacked off, leaving only the woody stem and the branching connections. The cauliflower itself is somewhat (but not severely) undercooked leaving some thicker pieces to a hard crisp snap. It's mixed with pieces of both Chinese sausage and Chinese bacon, but neither are wok seared or crisped up in any fashion. If I had to guess, I'd say they were steamed until soft and tender, which is not enjoyable in this dish. The cauliflower is then doused in the same brown goop that infests the chow fun. (2/5) Firecracker Tofu ($26) - They use extra firm tofu for this dish and don't cook it long enough, leaving the cubes mealy, crumbly, and dry on the interior. The fry is decent, giving a somewhat crisp skin but the interior texture is not good. It's not spicy despite the name. (2/5) Spicy Crispy Fish Fillet ($30) - This was the only dish without any deep technical issues. They use the same batter as the tofu and then fry. The fish is actually tender and moist on the inside, although there's a slight fishy taste. The fish is dressed with fried crunchy bits, but they seem to have been sitting for a while given the soggy texture. (4/5) Peony Kitchen's slogan is plastered all over their takeout bags: "The Best Chinese Restaurant in Bellevue™" (They seriously trademarked this). I beg to differ. Not only is Peony not the best Chinese restaurant in Bellevue, it's not even the best Chinese restaurant on the block. I'd pick Dough Zone across the street 10 out of 10 times. Maybe the mention of Dough Zone isn't fair since Peony is an Americanized Chinese restaurant. But I don't have a problem with American Chinese food. I have a problem with food using piss poor preparation and technique (not to mention severely overpriced), and that is exactly what Peony serves. Bathrooms - Two unisex rooms down a dark hallway. During initial service the lights were turned off and I had to use my phone flashlight to locate the switch. Note: Peony Kitchen has an 18% service charge. This is disclosed on the menu. Food: [2/5] Service: [--] Other: [-] Final Rating: 2/5

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