Dumpling Kingdom

One of my favorite spots in Allston for lunch specials. Been coming here for lunch whenever I’m running errands in the area. While trendy new Chinese restaurants are constantly popping up in Allston, Dumpling Kingdom offers classic Chinese lunch specials that transport me back to simpler times. Forget the flashy newcomers. This unassuming restaurant consistently satisfies my cravings at unbeatable prices. Their lunch specials feature over 20 items, each accompanied by a complimentary side of egg drop soup and white rice. Some of my favorites include the Mala Spicy Flounder Fillet and Twice Cooked Pork. The flounder fillet, with its perfect balance of heat and tender meat, is one of the best I've had in Boston. Other dishes I've tried, like Beef with Scallions, Salt and Pepper Pork Chops, and Taiwanese Pork Belly, were also solid. I've also tried two of their dumplings and particularly enjoyed the Mini Juicy Buns with Pork & Crabmeat. While the umami of the fillings wasn't completely satisfying, these buns were packed with a good amount of pork juice—so much so that my first bite splashed all over my shirt. Despite this amazing lunch special deal, the restaurant doesn’t get crowded during lunchtime, so I highly recommend giving them a try.

I’m convinced this place has the best juicy buns in the entire city. We always sort of saw this as a takeout place but today we were in the area and stopped by to dine in and honestly? The food was even better. Everything tasted fresh and had a nice presentation. The service is quick and this place continues to hit the spot. Love you DK❤️

Food is pretty consistent here. We always get the pork soup dumplings and it's very juicy inside. The filet fish soup with sour cabbage (has vermicelli noodles underneath) is very light and perfect for a cold night. The pork belly was very tender and flavorful. The Kung pao chicken had a nice kick but not too spicy. Dining area closes at 10pm but take out goes until midnight. Staff is friendly and attentive. Food comes out quick, so if you don't want everything too come out at once, then don't order all at once.

This place has so much to offer! Love their dumplings and scallion pancakes. I’ve been here a lot of times, and haven’t ever had a dish I didn’t like. Best place for some quick greasy comfort food.

one tiny piece of beef in an entire bowl of flat noodle beef stiry fry. The noodles weren't even flat. I feel totally cheated out of money. Never ordering food here again, 10/10 would advise against getting food here.