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    Ugly Dumpling Express

    3.4 (45 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Sal M.

    Do not google what kinds of things can happen when you eat raw pork. Do NOT do it. i ate here for the first time and will not be coming back. i ordered pork dumplings and the first bite texture was off, and chewy. Also, i should have realized it wasn't burning hot like they are suppose to be. Dumplings were raw, i checked chicken ones, i bite it, also raw. i checked one more dumpling, and they were raw as well. i told the server, if they looked normal to her but she said she would ask the kitchen. they said they looked normal, but that they could steam them again. But the 3 raw ones i opened were not replaced and they just steamed the ones i didn't open. I ended took them home, and microwaved them just to be safe. I'm actually now annoyed i payed for 22 bucks for 12 and they cheated me on 3. at 1.833333 per dumpling thats like $5.5 WTF? after cooking them, they were very tasty, but i will not be going back, service was indifferent too. One of the worst experiences i've had at a restaurant in a long time, and i'm booking my yearly physical early just do mention this.

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    2.5 stars! Ugh everything was kinda mediocre. We got the combo #1 and the only thing that was good was the spicy wontons. The egg rolls were so basic and had no flavor. The popcorn chicken was missing something. The different colors of the dumplings were weird. The truffle was not good. Don't keep them stacked up because they will overcook. Wasn't a lot of soup in the dumplings. Everything seemed to be frozen. The inside was fine and the seats were comfy. The had cute signs. Service was fine, they just take your order and bring it to the table.

    Spicy pork soup dumpling, tempura shrimp, scallion pancake

    The restaurant was clean and modern. The food was delicious, I can't wait to try everything on the menu.

    Pork and crab soup dumplings
    B S.

    (Not paid, just a thorough review ) Another new spot in Frederick! Super happy about that. Right next to Kpot. Also extremely busy especially at night. Went there for lunch on 06Nov2024. Ordered quite a bit too! They do have combo options and standard fountain drinks along with boba. We ordered from the kiosk not realizing that was for take out and dine it was ordering at the counter . People who did order to-go were dining in though so that didn't seem to be an issue . Staff were friendly and attentive to clearing tables and keeping the dining area clean. The bathroom was clean as well. For dine in, your dumplings do arrive in a steam basket! So, to the food right? We ordered: pork wonton soup, cucumber salad, chicken soup dumpling, pork soup dumpling combo (it comes with fried rice, a drink, and spring rolls), pork and crab soup dumpling, pork shrimp and spinach soup dumplings. When you order to-go you get a utensil package that has the soup spoon, chopsticks, a fork, and napkins. You also get packets of black vinegar which is extremely convenient :). Since the restaurant is new there are some kinks to work out and that's ok! The wonton soup was a bit too salty but the wontons were good. The soup dumplings were good, they were a bit too steamed so the bottoms broke on some so we couldn't get soup in those . Addition of black vinegar and ginger is a must. The cucumber salad was crunchy but there wasn't much to it. I had the fried rice at home later that night. It was a bit greasy. I did add extra egg at home though. The spring rolls were fine. Giving this 4 stars because of the staff, the layout of the restaurant, and hoping to go back after giving them some time to work things out. I do recommend you giving it a try!

    We were super excited to go, and ended up leaving extremely disappointed. After noticing the pork inside our dumplings were raw, we also noticed mold on the bamboo baskets. We ended up tossing everything and just leaving.

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    Mark H.

    Not a fan at all. Seemed like heated up previously frozen dumplings. My first visit is also my last. Best of luck.

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    Jason J.

    The wings were so juicy!! Absolutely delicious. We loved the Braised Beef Noodle Soup the most. The broth was so rich and tons of meat! The boba was just the right amount of sweet. The place looked really clean and the employees were really nice.

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    Food and packaging very different from before. Not good. Cheap. Not the same quality.

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    7 months ago

    I was impressed by the great service (it was made so fast) and decent pricing - will come back

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    The food was very good. The service was great. The restaurant was nice and very clean! Will definitely be back

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    We tried this place when they opened. We enjoyed trying all of the dumplings. My family definitely enjoy this place! Nice shop.

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    Food was ok but not great. Very salty and there was a chicken bone in the chicken stir fried noodles.

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    1 year ago

    Love it plz try it you will love it try the orange orange chicken is my absolute favorite

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    1 year ago

    I crave for dumplings all the times and this place is the great est. Go there. Everything is good.

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    1 year ago

    PEFECT SERVICE, I got this super good smoothie... it was soooo good the food was so yum. I loveeee smoothies

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    Wow! Every time i come here, this place NEVER dissapoints! if you all want good food and AMAZING drinks, this is the spot for SURE!

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