Union Dumpling House
Puppers Policetti · 124 Google reviewsUnion Dumpling House — honest dumplings in Lincoln Square. Order the Dumplings. The staff makes it feel personal, and BYOB. Olivia Martinez: "Everything was fresh and the dumplings were so soft and juicy" [patio]
What 161 diners keep saying
What 161 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Got pork and Napa cabbage dumplings, which had a clean savory flavor and were super juicy. I also got seafood zongzi (seasonal item for dragon boat festival), good texture and super yummy!!! 10/10 very homey, traditional family cooking taste. They also have free samples and guava candy :))”
“Super sweet staff juicy yummy dumplings! We got chicken/chive dumplings and the beef/bell pepper dumplings! The cabage salad went really well with the food too! Me and my best friend were looking for a really good dumpling spot and soo happy to have run into this one. The place was cute and cozy with outdoor seating area in the back.”
“Fantastic Chicago spin on an authentic dumpling shop. Great experience and oh so good. Highly recommended.”
“Beautiful experience. Love the patio. Went on a quiet lunch time weekday. Staff were super friendly”
“I don’t have to go all the way to Chinatown for authentic dumplings anymore! Yay! Fresh, juicy and well seasoned. I’ll be back more times than I can count :)”
“Good handmade dumplings. Very authentic. Same as my mom's dumplings 🥟”
“I have been to a handful of dumpling places in Chicago, and this one's definitely up there. I will be a returning customer. The dumplings are made in house from fresh ingredients, and cooked just right. Staff is super friendly. Warm and welcoming atmosphere. Besides dumplings, their chocolate bao is a must try. The filling has a unique crunchy texture and is not too sweet.”
“The chicken broth woton soup with 2 team eggs is my favorite dish! After workout dish for high protein combo. Very fresh and good for winter. Highly recommend.”
“I went to Union Dumpling and tried the lamb & cilantro dumplings, pork & shrimp dumplings, and the wood ear mushroom side, along with the digest brew drink. Everything was so fresh and delicious! The staff are some of the nicest people you’ll ever meet—they create such a warm, welcoming atmosphere. 10/10 would definitely recommend!”
“Strongly recommend pan fry Lamp Cilantro dumpling and Pork Corn & Shrimp! Must try these two or you will regret.”
“Everyone is so friendly! and Lava Xiao Long Bao ... omg it was so good!”
“The staff were nice and atmosphere relaxing. I really wanted to like this place but the lava xiao long bao was absolutely disappointing. There was no broth, no moisture. It’s not a soup dumpling but thicker bread like a standard bao. We tried a few dumpling dishes and paid extra for pan fried. It barely had a different texture compared to the regular boiled. No crispiness, just a thin lace skirt that tasted a bit burnt.”
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