Dumpling Bar
Dumpling Bar in San Marino is a small spot with serious flavor. The xiao long bao are handmade with thin skins and juicy filling, and the boiled dumplings taste like they were wrapped to order. Everything feels simple but well-made. A perfect local spot if you're into Taiwanese comfort food without too much hype.
Go here if
- →You want handmade Taiwanese-style dumplings
- →You prefer a quiet, low-key spot
- →You're in the San Marino area
Skip it if
- —You want a big menu with lots of options
- —You're looking for a lively atmosphere
The basics
- Address
- 2148 Huntington Dr, San Marino, CA 91108
- Price
- $$$ · about $30–40 a head (Google)
- Cuisine
- Dumplings
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