Dumpling Cafe

Chinese Restaurant $ 3.6Google (1736)


Dumpling Cafe is praised for its authentic flavors, especially with their dumplings and traditional Taiwanese dishes. While food quality is noted as a highlight, service and ambiance tend to be inconsistent, prompting mixed experiences among patrons.

Overall:

3.7

(1400 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.2

Atmosphere:

3.2

Service:

2.9


Closed · opens 11:00 AM

Hours from Google · may not reflect holidays or recent changes

Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (617) 338-8859

Address: 695 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111, USAOpen in Google Maps

Opening hours

Monday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available

Offerings

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Beer
  • Wine
  • Dessert

Amenities

  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Good for Children
  • Good for Groups

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

**Some reviews are curated to assist in analyzing authenticity, atmosphere, and service. These reviews enhance user feedback and help us provide better insights. Your genuine reviews make all the difference—share your experience today to enhance our ratings!**

" The food here is good and really fills you up. I love how they have authentic dishes that remind me of my travels. On the downside, the service was a bit clunky and tables were a little sticky. Overall, it's worth a visit for the dumplings. " (*Curated Review*)

" I had a lovely meal last night! The dumplings were fresh and perfectly cooked. I didn't feel rushed despite the place being busy. The service had a good flow. Great value overall considering the authentic taste! Definitely coming back. " (*Curated Review*)

" While the dumplings were tasty, I was disappointed with the atmosphere. It felt like a factory rather than a cafe. Service was acceptable but not exceptional, and felt distracted. The dumplings felt handmade which is a plus. If they worked on the ambiance, it could transform this place. " (*Curated Review*)

" The food at Dumpling Cafe was quite good, but my visit was marred by very inattentive service. The dumplings were good but nothing extraordinary. I wouldn't say they should be crowned the best in Chinatown, but were certainly enjoyable. Overall, my experience was mediocre at best, plus the noise level was quite high making it hard to hold a conversation. " (*Curated Review*)

" I adore this little gem in Chinatown! The dishes are quite authentic -- the pork buns were fluffy and the soup dumplings rich and comforting. The ambiance was lively, and while the service wasn’t the friendliest, it was efficient and got the job done. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a nice meal without breaking the bank. Just be prepared for a bustling environment. " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (1390)

" Dumpling Cafe is great if you want some authentic dumplings. Overall, the experience was nice! I had the crab dumplings which were delicious. The staff were polite, but I did feel a bit rushed to order my food. Once the food arrived, it was clear they paid attention to both presentation and taste. I will be return to try more from the menu. " (*Curated Review*)

" Delicious dumplings indeed! I’ve tried other places, but I think Dumpling Cafe has the best soup dumplings in town. Honestly, that's why I'll keep coming back. The service could be more attentive, and I wish the atmosphere was cozier, but the swiftness in food delivery and quality is what keeps me going. I wouldn’t wait too long to go back myself. " (*Curated Review*)

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