6 Top Spots for Soup Dumplings Around Delaware

With savory meat and warm broth wrapped up in chewy steamed dough, these soup dumplings around Delaware keep diners coming back for more.

Xiaolongbao, often referred to as “soup dumplings” in English, are chewy steamed buns filled with a savory meat filling and flavorful broth. Xiaolongbao is traditionally filled with pork and steamed in a bamboo basket. The result is a savory and warm bite often served with vinegar-based sauces and ginger or chili oil for spice.

If you’re looking for these satisfying Chinese dumplings, here are a few spots around Delaware to visit.

Long Bao & Noodles Express

In the Newark shopping center, Long Bao & Noodles Express has garnered rave reviews from students and locals alike since opening its doors last year. The dim sum menu includes a few different takes on soup dumplings: traditional pork, chicken, or a combination of pork and shrimp. Along with other Chinese-inspired dishes, you’ll find Thai options like curry and fried rice; Japanese ramen, udon, and hibachi; and many more Asian fusion flavors to chow down on. Most Asian foods are best enjoyed with a group, so grab a few friends and enjoy a family-style Asian fusion feast.

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626 Newark Shopping Center, Newark

Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings

This New York-based soup dumpling spot honors the tradition of Chinese dumplings while taking the flavors to the next level. The menu includes combinations like squid ink and truffle, carrot and scallops, crab meat, and more. Of course, you can always go for the traditional pork. After years of serving up dumplings in the city, Nan Xiang is expanding in the region. The nearest location is in Pennsylvania, but a Delaware location is in the works near the Christiana Mall.

160 North Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA
101 Geoffrey Drive, Newark (Coming Soon!)

 

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Asian Noodle House

Another soup dumpling hotspot in Newark, Asian Noodle House serves up the traditional pork dumplings, along with a house special soup dumpling sampler. These multi-colored dumplings are made with spinach, carrot, beetroot, and squid ink.

4138 Ogletown-Stanton Road, Newark

Southeast Kitchen

While you won’t find traditional xiaolongbao on this menu, dumpling lovers rave about the dumpling soup and steamed kitchen dumplings. If you’re craving the flavors and warmth of soup dumplings, the dumpling soup at Southeast Kitchen just might satiate the craving with baby bok choy, homemade dumplings, and a savory chicken broth.

1901 Delaware Avenue, Wilmington

Bodhi Kitchen

If you’re looking for soup dumplings at the beach, look no further than Bodhi Kitchen. Along with a traditional pork xiaolongbao, the dim sum menu also features edamame dumplings, crab R

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angoon, and a variety of steam buns. If you love a good dining deal, grab three soup dumplings for $6 during happy hour. Bodhi Kitchen also hosts a $19 dim sum night every Sunday—select any two dim sum items for $19. Plus, pair the meal with a signature Asian-inspired cocktail, beer, or sake.

10 North 1st Street, Rehoboth Beach

 

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Dim Sum Mania

Across the Pennsylvania state line in Media, Dim Sum Mania serves up a variety of mouthwatering dumplings, buns, egg rolls, and more. Soup dumpling options include Shanghai pork, pork and crab meat, and a pan-fried version.

17 East State Street, Media, PA

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