Shop Reviews

super yummy and affordable!!! we got the xiao long baos, pan fried dumplings and spicy dumplings. i enjoyed all of them - meat fillings were flavourful and generous. for the price point, the xiao long baos are also delicious, though the skin was slightly on the thicker side. we also tried their minced meat noodles! the portion was decent, the noodles were slightly hard but i enjoyed the bite to them. would highly recommend this place because of the affordability and taste of the food~

So good. The xlb and hycs are so delish. Xlb’s soup is subtly sweet and the skin isn’t too thick! Hycs’s filling is full and the skin is silky smooth, the spice kicks in after a while. Very shiok

We have been patronising Zhong Guo La Mian Xiao Long Bao (ZGLMXLB) for a really long time now. Personally, we think that ZGLMXLB is one of the staples (and one of the most popular shops) in Chinatown hawker centre, so don’t be surprised to see a long queue! We ordered: * Xiao Long Bao (S$ 8) * Guo Tie aka Potstickers (S$ 7.50) The XLB was, in all honesty, heavenly. I have tried XLB in many other places including the ever-popular Din Tai Fung but honestly it is of a stark difference compared to the XLB served here. The soup within the XLB looks clear yet rich, the skin is thin and the meat does not have a “porky” smell (some does as the meat they used isn’t fresh). The Guo Tie was equally solid as well - chives and pork comes in equal proportion without one overpowering one another. It’s very juicy too, and the pork doesn’t not have the “porky” taste too! The Guo Tie skin was thin, and it is pan-fried well without charring with a very crispy thin crust. It’s definitely one of the best Guo Tie I have eaten in Singapore! If I were to nitpick, the slight disappointment is that the size of the XLB and Guo Tie has shrunk over the years. BUT what’s to our delight is that the quality of the taste has remained the same!

Got XLB & Suan La Mian? 🥟🍜 Pot stickers were extra joy on top of this power combo, doubling up the wow factor. A lil bit difficult to locate - Maps takes you out front of the complex & it’s the clattering of woks, spoons etc that indicates food paradise is on 2F. Resist all other signboards > Head to unit 02-135 > Build your own scrumptious meal (for sharing) on a red tray ♥️

Visited an old hawker center, bustling with activity but surprisingly comfortable, thanks to the many wall fans keeping the air cool. Despite the crowd, the queue at the stall was short and moved quickly. I tried the fried dumplings and xiao long bao and both were absolutely delicious. The dumplings were crisp and flavorful, while the xiao long bao had the perfect balance of delicate skin and juicy filling. To top it off, I was thrilled to find that they sold frozen versions of their dumplings. I couldn’t resist and bought two packets to enjoy at home.

ZGLM is one of my absolute favourites. Sichuan spicy noodles (actually called dan dan mian) has the perfect balance of sesame/peanut creaminess and minced meat savouriness. Not too spicy. Must try xiaolongbao as the soup inside is mild, has a sweet wine fragrance. Skin is just nice and always served piping hot. Go for hongyouchaoshou as the sauce is BOMB. Dont be scared of the queue it moves quite fast! Accepts paylahpaynow :)

The best value you’re gonna get for Dim Sum anywhere in Singapore! We ordered Xiao Long Bao, Sichuan Sauce Dumpling and Pan Fried Dumplings and they were all delicious and super budget friendly (since it’s located in a Hawker center). The stall was very noticeable since the line was super long - we waited around 20mins but it was all worth it. Fresh ingredients, top-notched seasonings, and cheap (approx. 7 SGD each dish) Highly recommend!

This is definitely one of the best dumplings I’ve ever eaten in Singapore. We tried the 红油抄手 （spicy wanton), the pan fried dumplings and the steamed ones and ALL OF THEM were sooo good. Definitely recommend if you can afford the time to queue. We were so lucky we are third in line when we come during weekday lunch. Oh do note - this is a hawker centre, so be prepared for tissues and a “heated affair”

Finally had the chance to try these legendary dumplings. There’s usually a long queue, mostly tourists, but I went off-peak and joined since it wasn’t too bad. Spotted a few Michelin stickers and ordered the spicy wanton plus signature mini buns. The bosses were extremely friendly and welcoming. First bite of the spicy wanton — hands down the best I’ve ever had. I always thought this was a tourist trap, but the flavour proved me wrong. On par, if not better, than the ones I’ve had in Shin-Okubo, Tokyo. The mini buns were equally fantastic. This stall has set my dumpling standards high — a must-visit.

Queued for about 20 minutes on a Friday evening (around 7pm). It cost $6 for 10 dumplings. Technically it’s just dumplings with vinegar and chilli oil but it was so tasty, I thoroughly enjoyed it and will definitely return for it and also to try the other items on the menu.