Zhong Guo La Mian Xiao Long Bao (中国拉面小笼包) in Chinatown Complex stands as a Michelin Plate-awarded establishment that represents the pinnacle of handmade Chinese dumpling and noodle artistry. Founded by Mr. Li Feng Cai and his wife from Anhui, China, this authentic hawker stall combines traditional techniques learned from Beijing and Shenzhen with over four decades of culinary expertise. Their signature xiao long bao, priced exceptionally at just S$0.60 per piece, features paper-thin, translucent skin expertly pleated around savory pork filling and hot soup stock that's been slow-cooked for 12 hours. Equally impressive are their hand-pulled la mian noodles, made fresh on-site with a distinctive doughy bite and served with generous portions of fermented bean sauce. Operating Wednesday through Sunday from 11:30am-3pm and 5pm-8:30pm, this acclaimed stall consistently draws long queues for its exceptional value-for-money handmade dumplings and Szechuan spicy wontons, earning recognition as one of Singapore's finest destinations for authentic Chinese dumpling craftsmanship in the bustling Chinatown Complex.
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.
Yong Ying Tay
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~
Marcus Tan
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!
Lynette Osborne
Some of the best dim sum i have ever eaten, very reasonably priced - £12 for 3 dishes that were plenty to share for lunch between 2 people. The queues wasn't stupidly long, and you can see your lunch being made fresh in front of you!
Super Fragrance
Update:
Now only comes in 10 for $8.
Taste of broth is the GOAT but amount is just too little. Skin is great as always. I do like that now we can have the bigger plastic spoon rather than the smaller disposable one.
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Came at 3.20pm... still open lucky because they ot. Poor store owner. But super friendly and great service.
Got the usual xlb, 10 for $7 now. Free flow of ginger, vinegar and chili.
Silky thin skin and sweet porky broth which for some reason or another not my cup of tea. This taste nicer with a friend around. For 1 2one person is not quick enough to eat 10 before the pork suck up the broth so having two persons you will be quick enough to eat it while it is still soupy so that u can suck it all up.
Nice and sweet broth but I don't like that porky taste.
