Mimi Cheng's
Dumpling Restaurant and Chinese Restaurant$$$$
East Village, New York
The experts at Eater and Gothamist recommend this place
"The monthly specials are amazing and so are the classics."(12 Tips)
"Love all the savory dumplings and the secret sauce."(13 Tips)
"I actually think the veggie dumplings are some of the best."(10 Tips)
"Spicy Dan Dan noodles are delicious and live up to their name."(4 Tips)
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- Caroline ChungJuly 19, 2014Finally a place to eat dumplings in NYC where the ingredients locally sourced and the plates and utensils are compostable. Time for Xi'an to follow and be eco conscious like the Cheng sisters!
Alexis ConventoApril 29, 2016Can't decide on what to get? Go for the half+half & try out two kinds go for veggie (full of greens!) & chicken, pan fried. Plus, tradition is alive - Taiwanese women handmake them at the counter! 😊
Justin BretonJuly 27, 2014A great addition to the East Village! The dumplings are simple and delicious. All ingredients are locally sourced and organic. Tip: small space with few seats; come at an odd time.
Neelu RaviOctober 6, 2017Found a perfect place for vegetarian dumplings. They are delicious. Spicy dan dan noodles is a must try. Soba and the sauce in this are so fresh! I would definitely go here again.
Emily BennettJanuary 7, 2017Spicy Dan Dan noodles are super spicy but soooo good! The chicken dumplings and pork dumplings are so flavorful and delicious. Veggie dumplings need sauce. Mimi's special sauce is DELICIOUS.
Len GrandNovember 2, 2014Dumplings are yummy of course. don't be fooled it's not a romantic date spot but very cozy atmosphere. There's usually tht loud obnoxious guy/girl in there but I strongly recommend it regardless.
Nicky MSeptember 12, 2014Love the mimi cheng's dumplings. So fresh and juicy. I like getting them pan-fried. The mighty veggie dumpling was SO good, and I'm not a vegetarian. The secret sauce is all that it's cracked up to be
dumplings can take some time to come out but they're more than worth it. insanely fresh and delicious- chicken, then pork, then veggie are the best.
Nicole FranzenSeptember 6, 2014Love this spot! They use all organic and grass feed meat in their dumplings. They are made fresh daily. Super delicious and the hospitality superb! Huge fan.
Ivy MahsciaoDecember 3, 2014Get everything. You're in good (dumpling) hands. Mimi's smile will only make you go back for thirds. Start savory and end with sweet dessert pillows of love. Don't forget the homemade sauce!
Briana AuelJuly 18, 2014simple menu celebrating dumplings & the beautiful story of an amazing family. secret sauce is next level! if you're lucky mimi might even be there hand making the organic, sustainable dumplings! bravo
Nikki BogopolskayaAugust 19, 2014Go with a friend and order a 6piece of everything, and the ginger iced tea. Opt for the veggie dumplings steamed and the pork and chicken pan fried. A perfect weeknight date!
Aditi LuthraSeptember 14, 2017I loved it! There were 2 vegetarian options. I took the vegan one, doubtful, but surpassed expectations. Filling was flavorful and the sauce was tangy, spicy awesomeness. Will go again & again!
Jeremy CohenSeptember 29, 2016These dumplings taste like Bieber dropped a new single in your entire body. That's how much flavor and edgy-ness these puppies have. Get the monthly special.
Michael G.October 7, 2018Incredible dumplings. Pan fried are obviously better, but the boiled are excellent if you want to be healthier. Make sure to add a small pool of secret sauce to your plate
AmateurConciergeJuly 22, 2015It's all about the monthly special, which can take you from average to outstanding depending on its contents. The chicken parm dumpling with marinara was amazing!!
jackie blazeSeptember 21, 2014got the mimi cheng dumplings (chicken and zucchini). perfectly pan fried. the thin wonton wrapper let the ingredients shine. on the flip side, they're pretty steep ($10 for 8).- AmateurConciergeApril 6, 2015Pricier than the neighboring dumpling competitors, but they augment traditional offerings with a creative special each month and it's usually a delicious
Aron WeingardAugust 21, 2014Amazing customer service - super sociable and warm owner. The intersection of health and great taste! And if you're looking to get a haircut, go see my boy Ross next door!
Cole KennedyApril 17, 2019I went out on a limb with the special dumpling of the month, a strange cheeseburger wonton that seemed like it was dreamt up in a Guy Fieri test kitchen, and it was great.
Their Special of the Month Dumplings are always amazing and magical! #yesplease - The Foodie Magician
Brittany GoodwynJuly 19, 2015The Mimi Cheng and The Mighty Veggie are the way to go. So delicious and hand made with quality ingredients.
Erin LubickMay 13, 2016This places earns a ten each time! Insane dumplings, fresh, spicy dandelion noodles. Mimi sauce and Siracha. Thank goodness I don't live downtown anymore! Addictive
Caroline DengOctober 1, 2017The store looks nice and their secret sauce is good. The Dumplings themselves are not authentic or great compared to ones at actual Chinese restaurants.
Awesome and affordable dumplings - try them with their special sauce. Make sure to try their monthly special.
Takes a little while to get the dumplings but my favorite no nonsense quick dinner in the hood. I get half chicken half vegetable and never regret it.
Harper WentzOctober 23, 2015Everything on their menu is absolutely delicious! I love meat but the veggie dumplings are so good you don't even miss it! I highly recommend!
Kimmie OhhDecember 3, 2019Dumplings are a little on the pricey side. Nonetheless, they are always juicy & flavorful. They have monthly dumpling specials!
Paige CNovember 15, 2015Wow! Can't go wrong with their monthly special. The thanksgiving dumplings were phenomenal!
- Nicky MJune 22, 2017Definitely try the monthly special in addition to the signature dumplings. The specials are unlike any other dumplings that you can find.
ZenFoodsterSeptember 26, 2015Tried chicken, pork, & veggie dumplings. Looked good & skins are paper-thin but texture, filling, & taste were like store-bought. Sauces were salty & 1-note. Can't give my Chinese stamp of approval.- The monthly specials are amazing and so are the classics. Vegetable is my least favorite though. Both chicken and pork are fab!
Alexandre Favreau-LessardOctober 31, 2014Unbelievably fresh, awesome and healthy dumplings!!! The veggie sides are really good too. Definitely keep some space for the desserts dumplings!!!!
Their secret sauce is amazing! Come every month for a new dumpling special of the month. I have yet to be disappointed by one
JPOctober 13, 2015Always packed but worth the wait. The dumplings are hand made with love, just like I would with my family. Definitely authentic
Kayleigh HarringtonSeptember 23, 2016First time here? Get the 50/50 - half Mimi Chengs and half reinvented classic. Second time? Start trying the monthly specials!
- Brad LJuly 15, 2014Taiwanese dumpling bar, opened by sisters Hannah and Marian Cheng. The meat is sustainably raised and locally sourced, and most ingredients are organic.
Honghui YuAugust 10, 2014Get the classic (pasture raised pork, bok choy, and cabbage), boiled - so delicious and healthy too because of all the organic ingredients
Davinia CoganOctober 24, 2014Reinvented classic pork dumplings will knock your socks off. Great flavours & sauce is delicious. Cider & black tea combo is great. Lovely staff.
Nidhi KayOctober 3, 2018Boiled mimi chengs dumplings, pan fried reinvented classic dumplings, and spicy Dan Dan noodles all were perfect 👏🏼- Solène MaîtreNovember 3, 2014Dumplings are just perfect. They are made out of quality ingredients. The place is nice, quiet and warmful. I love it.
get a window seat and wave at the people feeling sorry for themselves at the lesser dumpling spots across the street. pour Mimi's secret sauce all over yourself for dramatic effect- Y YJuly 8, 2015Secret sauce is probably just soy sauce, vinegar and chili in oil. Dumplings are okay but don't expect them to be very tasty. Whole foods shoppers would approve though. Good marketing 😂
Kev SkinnyJuly 20, 2016Get one of everything except the vegetarian obviously. Place is awesome! Outdid theirselves with the Black tap dumpling. R u fkn kidding me??
Elizabeth BursteinSeptember 23, 2021Loved the mimi cheng dumplings and the scallion pancakes. Melt in your mouth good!
MischaMarch 4, 2016I personally prefer boiled over fried. Get six pieces of the classic and let them swim into the house soy sauce
DensDecember 17, 2015Don't snooze on the S'mores Dumplings. Yes weird (and maybe they don't even have them anymore) but treat yourself to some kind of "dessert dumpling"
Andrew FurmanJune 12, 2015Amazing dumplings. Live a little and get em pan fried (not as healthy as boiled, bit tastes better)
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- 11:30 AM–10:00 PM
(212) 533-2007
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