A better standout among average chinese places in San Diego. This places specializes in Northern Chinese food such as dumplings and buns. However, the long lines are a bit of a buzz-kill. more

Visited after reading such good reviews. Was a bit worried when we ended up in a Korean strip mall. However, tucked away in a corner was the small but incredible Dumpling Inn. We had a brief wait. My 7th grader loved the steamed dumplings/pot stickers. Husband loved his Chinese dish. All ingredients were fresh and high quality. Service was fast... more

Small place, have to wait a bit to be seated, but worth the wait. more

I ve lived in San Diego for 17 years. I descovered Dumpling Inn in Kerny Mesa when my client took me there. It was love at first site. Small, home-style dining room with sparkly glasses and white linens. It's garliky-ginger- spices aroma will make your mouth water. After my first time I started coming regularly often before or after lunch... more

I'm Chinese-American, so I was interested in trying some new dumplings we couldn't get on the East Coast. We ordered some fish dumplings which were tasteless and beef curry dumplings which were overfried and dry. We also ordered what we thought was a whole sea bass, but it turned out to be small slices of filet that was explicitly stated... more

I work around the area and never knew it existed until my workmate shared her lunch with me. Now I am hooked! more

The best dumplings in San Diego. Small place with no pretense about what they are good at! Dumplings! Tucked in one of numerous plazas in Convoy street - well worth the search and try! more

This place is great- authentic- down to the throwing of chopsticks on the table. "Take that! we know you'll be back!" more

When I lived in San Diego, this little place was one of San Diego's best kept secrets! Now, when I return 2 or 3 times a year, it is a must on my list of places to go. It is very small so it is wise to try and go on the off times because there are not many tables.... more