I love the vibe of the original Vanessa’s in Chinatown — it still has that wild, frenetic energy of a true hole-in-the-wall dumpling shop, and they’ve never bothered to smooth out the rough edges. I really admire that. I like dumplings, I like noodles, and when I’m in Williamsburg I’ll pop into this Vanessa’s because there just aren’t many quick, cheap options around anymore.
But the vibe here is totally different. The decor, the energy, the staff — none of it has that chaotic charm the Chinatown spot has. It’s all… fine, nothing bad, just not memorable. And somehow the rough-around-the-edges thing that feels endearing in Manhattan doesn’t translate the same way in Williamsburg.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
Joshua Mathew
I recently started working near this great place to grab a bite to eat. The spicy beef soup was loaded with meat, making it a great bang for your buck. It’s the perfect meal for a winter day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Greta
God sent
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vanessa Castillo
Vanessa's Dumpling House treated me to flavors that exceeded my expectations. I was surprised by how neat and trendy everything looked. The workers demonstrated authentic warmth. Their food tastes better with fresh components. I'm completely taken with this spot.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Sheila V
I've been to Vanessa's many times before, but last Saturday they really cemented my love for them. I came in right before the kitchen closed, but the man behind the counter still took my order, and was so friendly about it. Most other places would roll their eyes or take my order with a grimace. Not this guy. Thank you, sir, for making my night!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrew Postman
Rude staff
Summer Walker
Oh wow, the price went way, way up. This used to be the low-cost place to go. Am I crazy or did the prices double ?
Service is good. Food is top-notch They offer alcohol, which is cool.
This used to be the cheap place to go in the neighborhood, and now it’s just a good place to go.
Thank you Vanessa, these people are never quiet and we’ve been silent for 20 mins
Food: 5
Service: 5
Veronica Valencia
Passion fruit green tea bubble 🧋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Isaac Ortiz Torres
Get the fried chive and pork dumplings and get em spicy. Very tasty and they are served HOT!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
eli gold
The dumplings here are so yummy, you can taste the love the Chinese bubbies are putting into them. Fresh, hot, and straight from the pan — feels homemade in the best way.
Kind staff. The dough of the dumplings didn’t feel homemade. The atmosphere of the place isn’t cozy so we ordered to take away. Prices have slightly increased. Great location.
I love the vibe of the original Vanessa’s in Chinatown — it still has that wild, frenetic energy of a true hole-in-the-wall dumpling shop, and they’ve never bothered to smooth out the rough edges. I really admire that. I like dumplings, I like noodles, and when I’m in Williamsburg I’ll pop into this Vanessa’s because there just aren’t many quick, cheap options around anymore.
But the vibe here is totally different. The decor, the energy, the staff — none of it has that chaotic charm the Chinatown spot has. It’s all… fine, nothing bad, just not memorable. And somehow the rough-around-the-edges thing that feels endearing in Manhattan doesn’t translate the same way in Williamsburg.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
I recently started working near this great place to grab a bite to eat. The spicy beef soup was loaded with meat, making it a great bang for your buck. It’s the perfect meal for a winter day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
God sent
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vanessa's Dumpling House treated me to flavors that exceeded my expectations. I was surprised by how neat and trendy everything looked. The workers demonstrated authentic warmth. Their food tastes better with fresh components. I'm completely taken with this spot.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
I've been to Vanessa's many times before, but last Saturday they really cemented my love for them. I came in right before the kitchen closed, but the man behind the counter still took my order, and was so friendly about it. Most other places would roll their eyes or take my order with a grimace. Not this guy. Thank you, sir, for making my night!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rude staff
Oh wow, the price went way, way up.
This used to be the low-cost place to go.
Am I crazy or did the prices double ?
Service is good.
Food is top-notch
They offer alcohol, which is cool.
This used to be the cheap place to go in the neighborhood, and now it’s just a good place to go.
It’s good. I recommend it. It’s not cheap.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
the vegan dumplings are CRAZY good
Food: 5
Love there food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best dumplings!! Savory and soft, delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Thank you Vanessa, these people are never quiet and we’ve been silent for 20 mins
Food: 5
Service: 5
Passion fruit green tea bubble 🧋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Get the fried chive and pork dumplings and get em spicy. Very tasty and they are served HOT!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
The dumplings here are so yummy, you can taste the love the Chinese bubbies are putting into them. Fresh, hot, and straight from the pan — feels homemade in the best way.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Boiled Assorted Boiled Dumplings, Steamed Dumplings
Kind staff. The dough of the dumplings didn’t feel homemade. The atmosphere of the place isn’t cozy so we ordered to take away. Prices have slightly increased. Great location.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
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