These 10 dumpling spots in Houston’s so good, you’ll forget your ex!
When I was in college and got my heart broken, I would always look for comforting dishes as I felt like they could get me through the pain. I tried it all — ice cream, cakes, pizzas, and yes, that whole tub of mac and cheese — but nothing helped me forget.
And then one day, my friend gave me some dumplings, and oh boy, I instantly had a new comfort food!
So if you need to keep sadness at bay, join me as I go over Houston’s dumpling spots! Read on and turn that heartbreak into joy.
1. Fung’s Kitchen
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Website: http://www.fungskitchen.com/
Address: 7320 Southwest Fwy #115, Houston, TX 77074
Contact Details: +1 713-779-2288
Operating Hours: Tuesday – Sunday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Since the early 1990s, Fung’s Kitchen has offered traditional Cantonese and Chinese cuisine in Houston. Here, you can get your dumpling fix, including seafood dishes and Peking duck.
You’ll love that they recently renovated, giving you a more modern look. Meanwhile, if you’re visiting the place in big groups, you’ll love that their huge spaces can accommodate you.
In fact, they’re widely known for hosting special occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries.
If you visit on a weekend, you’ll be able to see push carts that come around you. So when you’re seated, you’ll love that you can immediately start eating!
Pro tip: Waiting time at Fung’s Kitchen on Sundays usually takes an hour longer, so plan your visit accordingly.
2. Wanna Bao
Website: https://wannabao.com/
Address: 2708 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77006
Contact Details: +1 832-623-7265
Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
If you want to be transported to Shanghai, China then Wanna Bao is your best bet. This midtown restaurant can offer you dumplings, including the crowd-favorite xiao long bao!
You’ll love ordering from their organized menu, preventing you from missing out on other dishes.
This restaurant also aims to be different from the others by offering colorful dumplings that are pleasing to the eye.
They also have huge servings, so it’s best if you come here with a date. But if you’re alone, no judgments—feel free to finish everything on your own, or have your leftovers in a takeout bag!
When it comes to their dumplings, you’ll love that the ingredients are flavorful and they’re properly wrapped too. You can also enjoy some dumpling soup if you want something warm.
Pro tip: Don’t forget to try out Wanna Bao’s crispy-bottom bao so you can taste their combination of soft and crispy dumplings
3. Dim Sum King
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Website: https://www.dimsumkingtx.com/
Address: 9160 Bellaire Blvd # B, Houston, TX 77036
Contact Details: +1 713-270-6788
Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Dim Sum King offers small serving plates filled with dim sum all day long, making it a perfect spot if you just want to satisfy your craving especially if you’re alone.
Here, you can select from 50 dumpling plates. Some of the crowd favorites that you can try are the pan-fried turnip cake and the bird’s nest shrimp ball.
Meanwhile, their shrimp dumplings are bouncy and chewy, which tells us that they’re freshly prepared and cooked.
You’ll love the old-school ambiance here too, adding authenticity to your stay.
Additionally, the waiters and the other staff remain attentive even during peak hours. You’ll love that they still serve on time even if the restaurant is packed.
Pro tip: You can get a $10 discount for every $100 spent at Dim Sum King!
4. Ocean Palace
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Website: https://www.oceanpalacehouston.com/
Address: 11215 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77072
Contact Details: +1 281-988-8898
Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
One of the largest dumpling spots in Houston is Ocean Palace. This restaurant is busy so prepare to queue a little longer than usual—yes, that’s every day!
You’ll know when your table’s ready once their staff announces your name over the microphone. Once seated, you’ll notice dim sum carts going around, so once they stop on your spot, make sure to grab as much as you can in one go.
You can enjoy ordering crispy crab croquettes, shrimp har gow, and saucy chicken feet!
They also have a family pack where you can pick four items from the menu at a discounted price.
For those of you who want to skip the lines or even the busy restaurant ambiance, you can conveniently order your favorite dumplings online.
Pro tip: Ocean Palace has large function rooms, great for parties. You can even tap them for events such as weddings.
5. Kim Son
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Website: http://rebrand.ly/kimson
Address: 10603 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77072
Contact Details: +1 281-598-1777
Operating Hours:
- Monday, Wednesday – Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM;
- Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM;
- Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
If you want to enjoy dumplings in a buffet style then Kim Son is the place to be. Here, you can have your unlimited fix of shrimp har gow, soup dumplings, crispy turnip cake, and pan-fried potstickers.
Kim Son is actually a Vietnamese restaurant, so you can also grab some noodle soups and bahn mi here!
Aside from dumplings, you can also enjoy ordering eel rolls and pan-fried noodles. And for a refreshing beverage, you’ll love that this restaurant services some fresh sugar cone juice—and yes, they’re unlimited too!
The service here is quite fast too. You’ll appreciate that their proactive waiters will diligently clear out your tables so you’re always ready for the next round of dumplings.
Each buffet station has multiple staff too, allowing them to service multiple customers on the line.
Pro tip: When you can, request a table far from the buffet area. While you’ll spend some time walking to the area to get your food, you’ll be seated away from the crowdiest and noisiest area inside Kim Son.
6. HK Dim Sum
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Website: http://hkdimsum.kwickmenu.com/
Address: 9889 Bellaire Blvd STE 110, Houston, TX 77036
Contact Details: +1 713-777-7029
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM;
- Thursday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
If you’re not a fan of dim sum or dumplings on carts and just prefer a sit-down classic Cantonese-style dining experience then HK Dim Sum should be on your list.
Compared to the others, you’ll love how intimate the setup is in this restaurant. The dining room is just small, but they have enough tables to accommodate small groups who wish to satisfy their dumpling cravings too.
Since there are no roving carts inside the restaurant, you’ll experience the old-school filling out of order sheets. Just mark your dumpling favorites such as shumai, har gow, and pork buns.
If you want something warm, you can order some congee and noodles here too.
Meanwhile, for those of you who want to enjoy eating dumplings in the comfort of your home, you can directly go to their website and place your orders there.
Pro tip: Make room for dessert as HK Dim Sum serves one of the best sesame balls in town!
7. Golden Dim Sum
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Website: https://goldendimsumtogo.com/
Address: 10600 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77072
Contact Details: +1 281-495-1688
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM;
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM;
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM;
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
For those of you who don’t mind a little worn-out restaurant, then you should try getting dumplings at Chinatown’s Golden Dim Sum. After all, this place will instantly give you an authentic dining vibe—like you’re suddenly transported to China!
Once seated, you’ll immediately see a sheet of paper on your table. You can use the colorful menu guide to select the dumplings you would like to order and just check them off on that piece of paper.
Aside from the dumplings, some of the crowd favorites that you can never go wrong here are chicken feet, steamed or baked BBQ pork buns, and the shrimp rice roll.
And if you want something more different, you can try their pan-fried dumplings as they’re equally delicious, like their steamed counterparts!
You’ll love that they have a quick service, you can get your orders hot and fresh throughout your stay.
Pro tip: Consider ordering Golden Dim Sum’s lobster dish with ginger and scallion if you want something indulgent. Additionally, don’t forget to get their unlimited jasmine tea to balance the richness of the food.
8. Auntie Chang’s Dumpling House
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Website: https://www.auntiechangsdumpling.com/
Address: 2621 S Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77098
Contact Details: +1 713-524-8410
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:45 PM;
- Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:15 PM;
- Saturday: 11:30 AM – 10:15 PM;
- Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:45 PM
Auntie Chang’s Dumpling House has been one of the favorite homemade dumpling restaurants in Houston that’s been there for decades! You’ll love that their dumplings come in different varieties such as chicken, pork, shrimp, and even duck!
If you want something not too salty, you can try their veggie soup, which we think is a perfect pair for the flavorful dumplings you’ll get.
You can share the dumplings and the other dishes with your friends as they’ve got really generous servings.
When it comes to service, their waiters are sociable. They will even recommend the best dishes based on your preference.
Pro tip: Consider dining at Auntie Chang’s Dumpling House during the day to get their lunch specials. This will let you taste their best-sellers at a much lower price.
9. San San Tofu
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Website: http://www.sansantofu.com/
Address: 6445 Wilcrest Dr, Houston, TX 77072
Contact Details: +1 281-988-5666
Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
For vegetarians out there, you can still satisfy your dumpling cravings at San San Tofu. This place is actually a Vietnamese restaurant so you can also grab several Vietnamese vegetarian dishes such as fresh bean curd.
If you want to maximize your dining experience, you can choose to avail their buffet services. But if you want to enjoy this while watching some movies on your couch, then you can always have them to go!
Aside from veggie dumplings, you can also order meat alternatives and even faux seafood, allowing you to maintain your vegetarian diet.
Meanwhile, you can also enjoy their vegetarian merchandise available in-store. This will let you shop for some Asian vegetarian products without having to look for them in another store.
Pro tips:
- Don’t miss out on San San Tofu’s tofu pudding called douhua.
- If you’re a strict vegan, make sure to inform the staff especially if you’re ordering a banh mi. Their mayonnaise isn’t vegan so ask for an alternative sauce instead.
10. One Dragon Restaurant
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Website: https://www.one-dragon-restaurant.com/
Address: 9310 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77036
Contact Details: +1 713-995-6545
Operating Hours: Tuesday – Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
One Dragon Restaurant offers the rich culinary traditions of Shanghai in Houston. It’s a great spot if you want to satisfy your dumpling cravings.
Owned by a Chinese couple who just want to share an authentic Chinese meal experience with Houstonians. Just note that they don’t speak English!
When you’re here, you can try their soup dumplings, steamed dumplings, and pan-fried dumplings. You can also try their other authentic dishes such as fermented fish, braised pork with eggs, and chicken with mushrooms.
But aside from their Shanghai-inspired dishes, they’re also known for their Japanese sushi!
Pro tips:
- One Dragon Restaurant doesn’t have cutleries, so you can only use chopsticks if you wish to eat here.
- Since it’s a relatively small restaurant, your dining session may feel a bit rushed, especially when there’s a long queue outside.
