Boston Chinatown Cheap Dumpling Crawl

If there’s one perfect way to spend an afternoon in Boston’s Chinatown, it’s on a dumpling crawl. With all eight of these spots within a 10-minute walk of each other, you can bounce from place to place and sample some of the city’s best and most affordable dumplings, from crispy, pan-fried classics to delicate soup-filled bites. This self-guided crawl highlights some of the neighborhood’s most satisfying staples, all for under $13! by Chloe Grant 1. <a href="https://potluck-cafe.menu-world.com/">Potluck Cafe</a> (pictured) Start strong at Potluck Cafe, a casual, locally loved spot known for homestyle Northern Chinese comfort food. For $10, you’ll get eight pan-fried pork dumplings with perfectly crisped bottoms and juicy, flavorful fillings. These were our personal favorites of the crawl, but you'll have to see for yourself! 2. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheDumplingKing/">Dumpling King</a> Just a short walk away, in a small food hall, Dumpling King keeps things classic and budget-friendly, offering eight dumplings (pork, chicken, or veggie) for only $8. Their dumplings strike that ideal balance: crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and served piping hot. 3. <a href="https://www.yelp.com/biz/ding-ho-restaurant-boston">Ding Ho</a> For a quick, no-frills bite, Ding Ho is a must. At one of the cheapest but most flavorful on the crawl, their $1 steamed pork dumplings, served with a lightly sweet soy-vinegar sauce, are the definition of old-school Chinatown comfort food, simple, satisfying, and perfect for grabbing a couple on the go. 4. <a href="https://www.fuchunjuboston.com/">Fuchun Ju</a> Next, shift into soup dumpling territory. Fuchun Ju specializes in handmade Shanghai-style dishes, and their six soup dumplings ($11) are packed with rich broth and delicate flavor. These dumplings are rich with broth and best enjoyed fresh out of the steamer. 5. <a href="https://nanxiangexpress.com/">Nan Xiang Express</a> If you want to compare styles, Nan Xiang Express, an offshoot of the famous NYC soup dumpling destination now in Boston, offers a similar fix. Their six soup dumplings ($10–$11, depending on filling) are known for their thin skins and deeply savory broth. 6. <a href="https://www.dumplingcafeboston.com/">Dumpling Cafe</a> Keep the crawl going with Dumpling Cafe, a longtime Chinatown favorite serving authentic Taiwanese and Sichuan comfort dishes. Their dumplings ($12.95) come in generous portions, both steamed and fried, with multiple filling options. 7. <a href="https://heilamoon.com/">Hei La Moon</a> Then, swing by Hei La Moon, a Chinatown institution best known for its dim sum. For $6.25, you can try dumplings like cilantro chicken and shrimp or chive shrimp and chicken. These are lighter, shareable bites that are perfect mid-crawl. We recommend ordering the green jasmine hot tea as well! <a href="https://www.shabuzen.com/">8. Shabu-Zen</a> Wrap things up at Shabu-Zen, a cozy hot pot spot that also offers dumplings. Five dumplings for $7 make for a comforting final stop, and a great excuse to sit down and recharge after eating your way through the neighborhood. Altogether, this Chinatown dumpling crawl is a choose-your-own-adventure feast that is affordable, delicious, and endlessly customizable. Bring a friend or a group of friends, split everything, and discover your personal favorite along the way.

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