Shanghai Dumpling King

Omg this place is insanely good wow. My professional chef friend brought our friend group here and we CHOWED 👏 DOWN 👏
Please come here !!

Felt like real Chinese food. We order a lot of plates and almost all of them were delicious. They are short staffed so keep in mind service might be a little slow.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 3

Shanghai Dumpling King is hands down one of the best local gems in the neighborhood. I honestly go back and forth about even writing this review—because the food is so good that I don’t want it to get so popular I can’t find a table! From the perfectly delicate soup dumplings to the flavorful stir-fried dishes, everything is consistently fresh, authentic, and made with care. The portions are generous, the prices are fair, and the service is always warm and welcoming. It’s the kind of place you find yourself coming back to again and again. Truly a neighborhood treasure.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The fried dan dan noodles and fried tong choy veggies are quite good with a lot of wok hay. However, the xiao long bao can be improved with a thinner dough and more broth.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

It’s the same dumpling king that was on balboa a few years ago. I’m glad they’re back.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 3

favorite place.

This is my go-to place for takeout. A great selection of dumplings and really fair prices. They are so good even room temperature. The staff is SUPER nice and friendly too. I recently made a big order and they were out of cucumbers. They went to the store and bought more cucumbers just to fill our order- how cool is that! I highly recommend them!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

No fuss, no muss, just consistently great food.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

This is our go to Chinese takeout in the neighborhood. The kitchen is insanely fast (10-15 minutes for 6 dishes) and food is cooked consistently well and large volume. Our go to’s include pea sprouts, spicy pork dumplings, twice cooked pork, and string beans. Would recommend!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Very authentic and savory Shanghai dim sum!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great authentic food, great service! The Shanghai crab and pork dumplings are my favorite

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Good service and food was delicious especially the green beans and pea sprout

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 5

Really good food

Food: 5

If you love dumplings, this place is a dream come true. The dumplings are handmade, with perfectly thin wrappers that hold in all the juicy, flavorful fillings. Whether you go for the classic pork and chive, shrimp and ginger, or a veggie option, every bite is packed with freshness and just the right seasoning. The pan-fried dumplings have that perfect crispy bottom, while the soup dumplings (xiao long bao) are rich, brothy, and absolutely delicious.

But beyond the food, the atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it a great spot for a casual meal with friends or a cozy solo bite. The service is fast and friendly, and the prices are super reasonable for the quality you’re getting. Plus, their dipping sauces—especially the chili oil—take everything to the next level. Whether you’re a dumpling connoisseur or just in the mood for something comforting, this place is definitely worth a visit!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Pan Fried Pork Dumplings

Stir Fried Noodles Shanghai

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4