King Dumplings

charley 3 months ago

yum! hella cheap spot recommended by my brother, who ordered in English bc I'm pretty sure everyone thinks he's Filipino? just something I realized. anyway, the stuff comes out really fast and it's fried well, like the skin to meat ratio is really good bc sometimes it's too thick? idk, this was good, also it's a cash only business

Laura 4 months ago

So… I’ll start with the pros. My food came out fast and piping hot. That’s about where it ends. I really don’t know how this place has such a high rating when the place is filthy. There was nowhere to sit and eat because there was trash, old food, and soy sauce crusted on literally all the tables. The floor was filthy. And the gentleman taking my order had white crust on the corner of his mouth and was touching his mouth and then handling food. I heard someone hacking up a very loud phlegmy lung, open mouthed, while cooking in the back. Like I said, my chicken dumplings were obviously cooked fresh. I thought about just throwing them away bc of everything I saw while I was waiting for my food. But I decided to taste one so I could maybe make this review more positive - unfortunately, they were very doughy and soggy, and the chicken inside was kinda a weird texture and tasted just ok. I have been to many other dumpling/dim sum places in Chinatown that were much cleaner and still affordable. I guess in this instance, you really get what you pay for, and I did only pay $5 for 10 dumplings, but unfortunately I felt unsafe eating them so that’s $5 down the drain. That being said, this

Denaya Karenzi 8 months ago

CASH ONLY PLACE But there is an atm tho! Tried the fried dumplings and it was so good! Not the crispy deep fried dumplings, rather a soft steamed with crispy edges. Served hot and fast. We also got their duck noodle but honestly the broth taste so pork-y. The ambience is pretty nice, authentic Chinese lowkey humble resto with lots of stickers on the wall. The frozen dumplings (to take home) are far more affordable!

Jacob Cohen 9 months ago

Very budget friendly dumpling spot. I got pork wonton noodle soup for $7 my brother got beef stew noodles for I think $8 both came with a large bowl of brother and noodle mine had like 10 wontons, greens, and a large egg In it. The broth is hot and delicious. I overheard a kid say everything he has had here has been good. There used to be a different restaurant I came to years ago that was also very good so I’m happy there is a new place that I like here. The old place had a lot more locals though this one seems like it’s more geared towards gentrifiers. There is a several spots to sit but often the place can get kinda full as it is a cheaper place than most in the neighborhood. Anyway long story short the place is good definitely give it a shot especially if you have no money.

Mohammad Mazhar Hussain a year ago

Having heard rave reviews, I finally made my way to King Dumplings, and it quickly became one of my favorite spots for authentic, affordable dumplings in NYC. I was delighted to find they'd simply moved a few blocks from their old location, ensuring I could continue to enjoy their fantastic offerings. The moment I stepped in, I was struck by the no-frills, authentic vibe. It's a small corner spot where you can actually watch the ladies expertly making the dumplings right in front of you – a truly cool experience. I opted for the pork and chives dumplings, and they were phenomenal. Whether fried or boiled, they were hot, ready in minutes, and perfectly balanced with a crispy bottom and a soft, pillowy top. The ratio of meat to chives to dough was spot-on, and at 10 for just $4, it's an incredible deal that offers a huge bang for your buck. I also tried the pan-fried buns, which were equally delicious and made fresh to order. A crucial tip for anyone planning a visit: King Dumplings is strictly cash-only. While there's an ATM inside, it's definitely more convenient to grab cash from a nearby bank beforehand. Seating is limited, but most people opt for takeout, so I usually managed