Dumpling King

Best dumplings in town. Their fish dumplings and fried seafood dumplings are amazing. Highly recommended!

Best tasting dumpling I have had in toronto. Love the steamed option. The wait can be a bit long as the place is tiny and u may come out smell like dumpling urself.

Yummy, big portioned and cheap.
Probably the best dumpling store in the willow dale area.
I always call them ahead and take out because store is very tiny and for some reason they don’t serve tap water.
The owner is a very nice and polite guy.
Their beef noodle is good too.

dumplings are cheap, and delicious.
i live in the area, and this is one of the few places i keep coming back to.

This place shouldn’t even be called dumpling king. There «dumplings» are more like spring rolls with no filling!!! I go to markham usually for dumplings and they are way superior!!! Don’t waste your money!!! There’s not even a spoonful of filling n no juice… just horrible!!!

Great place. Generous portion sizes and tasty ingredients. The soups are definitely meant to be shared. We tried three dumplings and the fried pork was the one we liked the best. Service was fast. Note it’s cash only and the parking outside is highly monitored best if you pay and display.

Came in late September.
–There were a ton of mosquitoes inside (they keep the door open cause theres no AC). They were biting several people including my party. The owner tried to kill a few but there were too many
–it’s hot inside. No AC. What’s worse is that they don’t even give water (see next comment)
–they DONT GIVE WATER??? This is the 1^st time I’ve been to a place that doesn’t give water. Is that even legal? For this very reason, I will never eat there again.
–food takes a long line time to come out.
These guys are really keeping costs to a minimum… no AC, no water, insufficient staff in the kitchen? I’m ok with low costs if the prices are low, but these prices are pretty similar to what you’d pay in Chinatown (except that comes with luxuries like water). Wouldn’t exactly call it «cheap» as some other reviews did. Sure, cheap compared to sushi, but it’s dumplings we are talking about.
Cash only

I was a little disappointed by my last visit to Dumpling King. Food has generally gone downhill.
The table arrangement has changed. There are now only 2 tables + a long bar to sit and eat at.
SALADS
Cucumber salad was mediocre. Not very flavourful. Wouldn’t get this again.
Seaweed or kelp salad was better. I’d get again only if I was craving seaweed.
DUMPLINGS
Dumplings are not as good as they used to be. They’re now smaller & shaped/​sized like regular dumplings you could get anywhere. (They used to be a squatter shape. Also, Dumpling King used to have wonderful crispy deep-​fried dumplings.)
We had the following types of dumplings:
— chive & egg steamed
— seafood boiled
— pork & chive pan-​fried
— seafood pan-​fried
THE FILLING
Each of the fillings we had were tasty. The chive & egg filling was very nice. We also enjoyed the seafood mixture. The pork & chive is a classic choice and they did it fine.
THE WRAPPING
Pan-​fried dumplings (potstickers) were very badly constructed. The skins/​wrappers were left completely open so no juices could be trapped inside the dumpling. To be clear, there was zero attempt to seal up the dumpling. The wrapper was just pressed together at one connection point like a gaping bathrobe. We actually asked (on our second round of orders) if they could use the regular closed dumplings and pan-​fry those for us. The response was «no».
The skin of the steamed egg & chive dumplings was the wrong texture. The skin was too thick and coarse and chewy. The skin seemed undercooked, probably because they’re so thick. It had a dry, mealy texture which did not go well with the egg & chive filling at all.
Boiled dumpling skin was fine, nothing exceptional nor horrible.
THE COOK
Pan-​fried dumplings were only browned on one side. The sear on that one side was good, but it would have been nice if they had cooked other surfaces too. All the dumplings in the order were attached, which is non-​ideal.
Steamed dumpling texture was coarse, dry, mealy and not good. These were not steamed well.
Boiled dumplings were cooked fine.
SERVICE
Service is mediocre. It was fine at doing the minimum (taking orders & bringing food), but not particularly helpful or pleasant.
There was annoying music playing rather loudly.
Although the food quality has worsened and the service isn’t great, Dumpling King still serves dumplings with some less typical fillings which are fairly tasty. I’m not sure where else to go for egg & chive dumplings. Next time, I’d probably stay away from the potsticker style (pan-​fried) and steamed dumplings and just go for the hard-​to-​mess-​up boiled dumplings instead.

Been here once.
Owner was very nice. Dumplings were tasty enough.
Décor is very basic. Place is very small. Maybe tables for 8 people and stools along the window and one wall.

I’ve always wanted to find a dumpling place with decent tasting veggie dumplings.
They are a small business that offers very reasonably priced dumplings. Conveniently located south of yonge and finch. They don’t offer excellent service or décor but they deserve 5 stars for the price, quantity and location.

The positive reviews are about this place concerning the dumplings are spot on! Delicious «home-​styled» dumplings. I got the pan fried pork and chive dumplings and they were absolutely delicious.

Damn great dumpling place. Just like homemade. Comes in 15s I think, and is surprisingly filling. Get them steamed lets u eat more

One of the better dumpling restaurants I’ve been to in the GTA.
The place itself is small. And I’m not saying that in a figurative sense. The place is essentially a small room with 4 tables and one dunce seat reserved for the loneliest people in the world. You don’t even know if there’s a kitchen. Regardless, the menu is rather small, but I found the food to be pretty darn good. For around $ 6 – 7, you get a plate filled with around 15 dumplings. You can get them boiled, steamed, or even deep fried (for an additional $ 1 fee I believe).
The winner here were the seafood dumplings. Filled with shrimp, chives, and other fixins’ (don’t remember). What I do remember though was that they were wonderful little morsels packed with shrimpy goodness. Careful not to burn your tongue when you take the initial bite. We got them boiled so there was still some residual broth lingering in every bite, but that made it all the more tasty! We also ordered steamed pork and nappa dumplings. I love nappa (cabbage) in most things, but I didn’t find these dumplings all that great. Though the pork was flavorful, I didn’t taste any of the nappa, which normally a carnivore such as myself wouldn’t mind, but I expected better. Nonetheless it was still tasty.
Service was hardly there though. They’d pop their heads out once in a while, but honestly, anyone can just dine and dash without being noticed. Food was good and for the price, you can really eat a good helping of dumplings.

It’s astonishing this tiny establishment can manage to stay open.
Think of yourself in a ‘restaurant’ but serviced as if you’re in a cheap Asian food court. We had to seat ourselves, and the sparse menu is plastered on the wall for all to see, with various spelling mistakes. The pictures of the dumplings are all the same, but with different labels (ie. pork, beef).
With one server running in and out of the back kitchen, I was correct to expect a long wait time for my dumplings.
The dumplings came out overcooked and I do not believe that they are «made-​to-​order». There was no flavor in the minced meat, which was wrapped with soggy dumpling skin.
You’re better off buying a pack of frozen dumplings and cook them yourself at home — save yourself the disappointment.

The wait can be long, seating is limited (and often full at peak times), the décor is «authentic» like a food stall found in China (i.e. slightly better than a hole in the wall)…BUT hands down these are the BEST DUMPLINGS in Toronto. I have searched high and low, and between the chewy texture of the hand made dumpling wraps paired with the flavourful fillings… well nobody has beat them… yet.
My absolute favourites are the Chive & Egg, and the Seafood. I also love the cucumber salad (if you’re not afraid of bad breath, or you’re trying to ward off vampires). Also, the chilli-​oil sauce is terrific!
When I first started coming to Dumpling King, I thought the service was a little unfriendly, but later realized that the server/(owner?) is introverted and sometimes a bit awkward. Over several visits, I have found him to be very humble, polite and endearing. For example, as I stood up and had one last sip of tea, he said to me (in Chinese), «Please, sit, sit. You don’t need to rush.»
This is my go-​to place when I want something simple and delicious. I always get steamed or boiled, so I think it’s pretty healthy too!
Oh Dumpling King… how I adore thee… let me count the ways…

We were craving dumplings. My friend was hungover, and I was just in the need for Asian food because I hadn’t had it for a while (was in Europe for two weeks).
We ended up orderin deep fried pork + chives dumplings; steamed seafood dumplings, and celery salad side. Each dumpling dish had 16 dumplings on it. The celery side salad was great to offset the meat that you have with the dumplings.
In total, we paid less than $ 20 and were definitely really full.

*Fascinating Mom/​Pop Dumpling experience*
After eating here at Dumpling King, I believe one of the West-​coast «Hole in the Wall» Unilocaler would eat this up. Never got to meet him, at least I think he’s a HIM. I’m sending you off the beaten path if you visit T.O.
Steamy condensation’d windows block off any judgement for passers-​by as to what’s happening inside. Open the door to see a handful of rudimentary tables outfitted with clear-​plastic covers and basic plastic folding chairs that might make 200 pounders fear of splattering all over the floor making a scene. 3.5’d
I saw the Chinese Mandarin-​speaking Man in full Chef’s Whites coming and going. He is a busy-​bee handling what seemed to be everything. He must have a Dumpling Queen at the back too, to help his cause. Menu consist of various Dumplings (Steamed, Boiled or Fried), Noodles, Side Dishes, Wontons, Drinks.
— Seafood Wonton ($ 4.99). Wonton wrap holds together unless chopsticks skills are limited-​to-​none. The filling is fresh and has good response. I think the only thing was that the soup base was slightly heavy on the White Pepper.
— Chicken & Vegetable Dumpling (Fried $ 6.99). Deep Fried for that matter and it looked like Cantonese Kok Zai (New Year Crispy Dumpling). Reminds me of eating Deep Fried Chicken Wings (Boneless). The exterior providing crispness while the interior provides Chicken Meat mousse.
— Pork & Napa Dumplings (Steamed $ 5.99). Steamed does transfer more of the well-​seasoned fillings to your tastebuds compared to Boiled where it slightly waters the flavours down. If you like to taste stronger flavour of the filling within, this is your choice.
— Beef & Onion Dumplings (Boiled $ 5.99). Boiled gives subtlety and balance for people with sensitive tastebuds. I like to think it as the Healthy alternative from all the cooking methods, but that’s just me. The Beef flavour is quite noticeable in comparison to Pork or Chicken but usually not typically ordered over the other more popular proteins.
*Warning*
Dishes take TIME (!) and come far and few like typical Home Cooking for multiples. Service can take just as much time but you can see Chef giving his best effort. 200 sq ft room space means not suitable for large groups (4+). There’s a table for «1» like they know I’ll be back sometime.

I «seefood» I eat food! I «see» dumplings. I will eat them all!
I was a little embarrassed when I saw the spelling mistakes and the typos Dumpling King’s menu on the wall.
Dumpling King is a small restaurant. you cannot even see through the windows and doors on this particular winter night because of all the steams from cooking?
Dumplings here can be order either boiled, steamed or fried. I will definitely suggest the steamed. I like that better because all the juice from the meat are still packed inside and soup just explored in your mouth! Be careful though, they are just really hot and fresh!
The owner/​cook came out from the kitchen and served all his dumplings. and I can tell he is watching all of us eat and he definitely so happy when every single customers enjoyed his cooking!
The dumplings are smaller in size than some of the other places I have been. but $ 6 for 16. I counted them. are still good value.

Very small dining area. This isn’t Canoe. Just plastic tables and plastic chairs. But if you want some dumplings, cheap, fast, and hot, Dumpling King is your choice.
There are a few unfortunate and amusing English typos on the menu, like «seefood» and «vegitanian» but for $ 6 for a dozen dumplings, who cares?
I found it odd the meat dumplings were a $ 1 cheaper the «vegitanian» dumplings.
Me and my very very sexy date had the beef and carrot dumplings and the pork and napa dumplings. You get a choice how you want them done: steamed, boiled, or fried. We had them steamed. The pork were really good. The beef were a bit of a step down but still pretty good.
They do a brisk take out.

Based on the other two reviews here I tried this place and loved it! Their reviews were accurate (thanks!) and I went with some of the suggested orders and more. Two of us ate (eek, and finished!):
–deep-​fried pork dumplings
–steamed fish dumplings
–shrimp wontons in broth
–noodle soup (hand-​pulled)
–cucumber salad side
–celery salad side
Portions are generous indeed. 2 can definitely dine for under $ 20 although our bill somewhere under $ 40 because we ordered enough for 3 — 4 people.
The male owner is lovely — friendly, eager to improve his English and try to communicate with his customers. I get the feeling that if you wanted anything specific you could tell him and he would try and accommodate for future.
If you come here knowing what to expect, you will enjoy it more (ie/​not in a rush, knowing it’s a mom/​pop place, not needing a washroom.
One additional comment on the dumplings and noodles: you can definitely taste the homemade feel. This means you won’t find thin, even skins; but rather, thicker, fluffier, bouncier, fresh doughy goodness.
I will definitely be back to try all the other flavoured dumplings in various formats (boiled, steamed, deep-​fried).