This place is so good. I've always loved dumplings, pot stickers, anything of that sort. The dumplings are amazing! Whether steamed or fried and believe you m, I get both. I go about 3 times a week. Sometimes I go home and make ramen and add the steamed onesandd it's perfectio! The owner is really nice too.Vegetarian options: Yummy steamed or fried dumplings
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Dumpling 6
Dome78 Note3
1. Steaming hot.. be patient allow the craving to build2. Thickness of dumpling on point3. Ratio of meat to soup perfect4. Like others above.. value is
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Xiao Long Bao
Tony D.
Called in for a takeout order and everything was still great when I got home. It's a one-man operation, and he does it all: the cooking, packing, and service - all while maintaining a kind demeanor. I have so much respect for that. I paid in cash but didn't notice a tip jar. I'll have to stop by and tip extra when I come back next week.I ordered the siu mai, har gow, soup dumplings, pork dumplings with cabbage, pork and shrimp wonton noodle soup. The har gow shrimp dumplings were my favorite even tho I usually like siu mai more; the small amounts of jicama or water chestnut makes the texture of the dumplings nice to eat. The wonton itself is super good too
Bella S.
I tried the fried vegetable dumplings and red bean sesame balls. When I went to pick up my order, the server was so sweet, and even gave me extra dumplings. The restaurant itself was good vibes and the food was delicious. Definitely will come back again!!
Nicholas McNamara
I really like this place. I think it offers some of the best dumplings I’ve found in South Berkeley (near the university’s campus). With that said - there is nothing fancy going on here. The menu is relatively small. The interior of the place has a single table in it - which I’ve never seen someone try to use. But the guy running the place is friendly and does a good job with some classics (e.g. Xiaolongbao, Har Gow shrimp dumplings).This isn’t the kind of place you travel from out of town to eat at, but if you’re hankering for dumplings and your in South Berkeley, I haven’t found a better place yet.My only complaint is that sometimes the place is listed as open, but isn’t. Not a huge deal, cause the pizza place next to it is also good. But - there it is…
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Ava Balgaritsu
I would highly recommend this place. The food was absolutely delicious, the service was fast, and it was all for an affordable price.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ali Kurtz
Arrived after noon and store was still empty with one other person waiting out front. Tried calling, no answer. Both of us got food elsewhere. When I walked past closer to 1pm a delivery was being unloaded and restaurant still looked closed. Poor business practice, please update actual lunch hours.
Howell L.
I ordered their Shanghai Soup Dumplings over Snackpass the other day and, when I arrived, the man working there very kindly explained to me that they actually have a deal right now where you receive a free bun with your soup dumplings and he had already packed an egg custard bun with my soup dumplings.The place is very small and tucked away near Unit 1 around the side of Artichoke's. There's a table inside to sit and wait while they steam and package your dumplings. It's a very neat and clean place to pickup your food with a charming water fountain at the front behind a glass wall. You can place an order outside at a little Snackpass booth; I'm not sure if they accept cash.Despite only having one person working, they are relatively quick to package. The wait is never too long.When you receive your order, the person working there offers you soy sauce, napkins, and chopsticks.In terms of food, I have had the Shanghai Soup Dumplings, an Egg Custard Bun, Pork Gyoza, and the Pork and Shrimp Shumai.The soup dumplings are nice and hot. The burst of flavor of the soup is wonderful.I'm not a big fan of fried dumplings, so they aren't normally to my taste. I will note that the pork gyoza were excellently fried and crispy and came with a side of sauce.The pork and shrimp shumai had perfectly cooked shrimp that were a great texture. I really recommend asking for a packet of soy sauce if you get this.Finally, their egg custard bun is really a delight to eat. Soft and perfectly sweet, the first bite into the bun is always the best feeling in the world, and I love saving the bun for last. The filling isn't sickly sweet which can be a risk with custard fillings but instead manages to be light and nice.One note: To keep the gyoza from becoming soggy, their packages have holes cut in them for airing them out. Additionally, its possible for other to go boxed to leak a little. I highly recommend getting a bag to carry your food in if you can't carry it in your hand, and don't put anything you don't want getting messy in the bag with the food. It's a very minor and easy to avoid mess, just beware of putting important documents with your food hahaOverall, wonderful food, considerate service, and chill atmosphere all available on Telegraph.
Sylvia Cheeseman
not a sit down place but love getting pickup since the staff are always so friendly and nice!!! i’m super picky about dumplings that are not homemade by my family but their veggie dumplings are acceptable to me, great for cheap ish convenient food when i’m craving dumplings! they also often give u an extra bun or something so it’s a great deal :)
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Dumpling 6
Julian S.
Big fan of the taro baos. The soup dumplings are OK too. If you order 6 dumplings, you get a free bao. Owner is very friendly. Would recommend.
The owner is a really kind man and does things out of sincerity, fresh delicious food, the soup dumplings and shu mai were amazing. one of the more authentic genuine places to eat and I would highly recommend.
Dave M.
I have given 5 stars to only five restaurants on Planet Earth in my long life. They are in Barcelona, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, London, Porto . . .and, now, a sixth -- in Berkeley!I never dreamed a "fast-food" kitchen might earn that distinction, but the folks at Dumpling Express on Bowditch make exquisitely tasty, joyously fresh, piping hot soup dumplings and spinach-&-mushroom buns . . . and THE best siu mai I've ever tasted. I'm guessing you'll agree :-)
Voyage60000073285
I have given 5 stars to only five restaurants on Planet Earth in my long life. They are in Barcelona, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, London, Porto . . .and, now, a sixth -- in Berkeley! I never dreamed a "fast-food" kitchen might earn that distinction, but the folks at Dumpling Express on Bowditch make exquisitely tasty, joyously fresh, piping hot soup dumplings and spinach-&-mushroom buns . . . and THE best siu mai I've ever tasted. I'm guessing you'll agree :-)
Rohil Bhinge
Good dumplings, reasonable price. Really great place if you’re looking for a quick dumpling stop on Southside
Alycia Rea
I love this place. The man here is so kind and loving. As a college student I’m always on the go, when I come here I always receive my food in a timely matter and it always hits the spot!
This place is so good. I've always loved dumplings, pot stickers, anything of that sort. The dumplings are amazing! Whether steamed or fried and believe you m, I get both. I go about 3 times a week. Sometimes I go home and make ramen and add the steamed onesandd it's perfectio! The owner is really nice too.Vegetarian options: Yummy steamed or fried dumplings
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Dumpling 6
1. Steaming hot.. be patient allow the craving to build2. Thickness of dumpling on point3. Ratio of meat to soup perfect4. Like others above.. value is
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Xiao Long Bao
Called in for a takeout order and everything was still great when I got home. It's a one-man operation, and he does it all: the cooking, packing, and service - all while maintaining a kind demeanor. I have so much respect for that. I paid in cash but didn't notice a tip jar. I'll have to stop by and tip extra when I come back next week.I ordered the siu mai, har gow, soup dumplings, pork dumplings with cabbage, pork and shrimp wonton noodle soup. The har gow shrimp dumplings were my favorite even tho I usually like siu mai more; the small amounts of jicama or water chestnut makes the texture of the dumplings nice to eat. The wonton itself is super good too
I tried the fried vegetable dumplings and red bean sesame balls. When I went to pick up my order, the server was so sweet, and even gave me extra dumplings. The restaurant itself was good vibes and the food was delicious. Definitely will come back again!!
I really like this place. I think it offers some of the best dumplings I’ve found in South Berkeley (near the university’s campus). With that said - there is nothing fancy going on here. The menu is relatively small. The interior of the place has a single table in it - which I’ve never seen someone try to use. But the guy running the place is friendly and does a good job with some classics (e.g. Xiaolongbao, Har Gow shrimp dumplings).This isn’t the kind of place you travel from out of town to eat at, but if you’re hankering for dumplings and your in South Berkeley, I haven’t found a better place yet.My only complaint is that sometimes the place is listed as open, but isn’t. Not a huge deal, cause the pizza place next to it is also good. But - there it is…
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
I would highly recommend this place. The food was absolutely delicious, the service was fast, and it was all for an affordable price.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Arrived after noon and store was still empty with one other person waiting out front. Tried calling, no answer. Both of us got food elsewhere. When I walked past closer to 1pm a delivery was being unloaded and restaurant still looked closed. Poor business practice, please update actual lunch hours.
I ordered their Shanghai Soup Dumplings over Snackpass the other day and, when I arrived, the man working there very kindly explained to me that they actually have a deal right now where you receive a free bun with your soup dumplings and he had already packed an egg custard bun with my soup dumplings.The place is very small and tucked away near Unit 1 around the side of Artichoke's. There's a table inside to sit and wait while they steam and package your dumplings. It's a very neat and clean place to pickup your food with a charming water fountain at the front behind a glass wall. You can place an order outside at a little Snackpass booth; I'm not sure if they accept cash.Despite only having one person working, they are relatively quick to package. The wait is never too long.When you receive your order, the person working there offers you soy sauce, napkins, and chopsticks.In terms of food, I have had the Shanghai Soup Dumplings, an Egg Custard Bun, Pork Gyoza, and the Pork and Shrimp Shumai.The soup dumplings are nice and hot. The burst of flavor of the soup is wonderful.I'm not a big fan of fried dumplings, so they aren't normally to my taste. I will note that the pork gyoza were excellently fried and crispy and came with a side of sauce.The pork and shrimp shumai had perfectly cooked shrimp that were a great texture. I really recommend asking for a packet of soy sauce if you get this.Finally, their egg custard bun is really a delight to eat. Soft and perfectly sweet, the first bite into the bun is always the best feeling in the world, and I love saving the bun for last. The filling isn't sickly sweet which can be a risk with custard fillings but instead manages to be light and nice.One note: To keep the gyoza from becoming soggy, their packages have holes cut in them for airing them out. Additionally, its possible for other to go boxed to leak a little. I highly recommend getting a bag to carry your food in if you can't carry it in your hand, and don't put anything you don't want getting messy in the bag with the food. It's a very minor and easy to avoid mess, just beware of putting important documents with your food hahaOverall, wonderful food, considerate service, and chill atmosphere all available on Telegraph.
not a sit down place but love getting pickup since the staff are always so friendly and nice!!! i’m super picky about dumplings that are not homemade by my family but their veggie dumplings are acceptable to me, great for cheap ish convenient food when i’m craving dumplings! they also often give u an extra bun or something so it’s a great deal :)
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Dumpling 6
Big fan of the taro baos. The soup dumplings are OK too. If you order 6 dumplings, you get a free bao. Owner is very friendly. Would recommend.
Restaurantji Recommends
The owner is a really kind man and does things out of sincerity, fresh delicious food, the soup dumplings and shu mai were amazing. one of the more authentic genuine places to eat and I would highly recommend.
I have given 5 stars to only five restaurants on Planet Earth in my long life. They are in Barcelona, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, London, Porto . . .and, now, a sixth -- in Berkeley!I never dreamed a "fast-food" kitchen might earn that distinction, but the folks at Dumpling Express on Bowditch make exquisitely tasty, joyously fresh, piping hot soup dumplings and spinach-&-mushroom buns . . . and THE best siu mai I've ever tasted. I'm guessing you'll agree :-)
I have given 5 stars to only five restaurants on Planet Earth in my long life. They are in Barcelona, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, London, Porto . . .and, now, a sixth -- in Berkeley! I never dreamed a "fast-food" kitchen might earn that distinction, but the folks at Dumpling Express on Bowditch make exquisitely tasty, joyously fresh, piping hot soup dumplings and spinach-&-mushroom buns . . . and THE best siu mai I've ever tasted. I'm guessing you'll agree :-)
Good dumplings, reasonable price. Really great place if you’re looking for a quick dumpling stop on Southside
I love this place. The man here is so kind and loving. As a college student I’m always on the go, when I come here I always receive my food in a timely matter and it always hits the spot!