Qing Xiang Yuan Dumplings

Perfect, amazing, warm and delicious dumps with wonderful and creative filling combinations. This restaurant is a well oiled machine with just the right amount of bustle and crowded that makes you feel like you're part of something without being completely cramped. Top notch service every time I'm there. Shout out to our server Caleb who had a great vibe and was super competent with the menu and efficiency.

Outstanding. This local owner built a legend. These are the best dumplings in town and there is a meaningful bonus! SKEWERS - the BBQ section is the hidden gem for your inner carnivore or vegan. Go for it. Charcoal grilled. 🔥 🔥 🔥

This was the worst dining experince I had in Chicago. We should have followed our instincts and gone elsewhere when we noticed all the people in the restaurant were not chinese. (Not a good sign) There was a long line and the wait was 30 minutes for a table. When we got our seats we realized we (party of 6) were squeezed into a table meant for 4 people. Very uncomfortable and tight so much so that we knocked water all over. The service team were nice and efficient. The dining experience was just not comfortable. Many lights near the hallway to the bathroom were not on or broken. Very creepy. Bathroom was a disaster, water for the sink was a trikle. We ordered the pork with cabbage, the beef with cilantro and lamb with dill. Do note these are dumplings, not xiao long bao which is much different and harder to make. Only the pork with cabbage dumplings was any good. The texture for the beef and lamb as dumplings just did not work. Very dry and the meat sort of crumbled. On another note, the dumpling skins all broke when we lifted them from the bamboo steamer, letting all the juice drain out. This despite our efforts to take them out gently. We were also not given any spoons or ginger for the dumplings. To enjoy the juice from the dumplings you would usually place the dumplings on a spoon to capture the juice. Sadly the food was a huge disappointment, especially given the price of the dumplings. Unlike other restaurants in the area, tea and rice needs to be ordered separately and not free. There are so many places that are way better in chinatown. The price to quantity/ quality ratio is poor. I will not be returning.

We found this restaurant online and had very high expectations. The line was short—we waited about 30 minutes—and it was well-organized. The place is small but doesn't feel cramped. The menu is great and very well-explained. We tried four types of dumplings and they were sensational. My favorite was the lamb one. The cucumber salad was also very tasty. Everything was so flavorful; we loved it!

Whenever I’m in Chicago, Qing Xiang Yuan is a non-negotiable stop. I’ve tried plenty of dumpling houses over the years, especially those specializing in Xiao Long Bao, and QXY still stands as the best overall dumpling experience I’ve found. The consistency in quality, presentation, service, and value keeps it firmly at the top of my list. The space is modern, clean, and inviting, with a clear view of the dumpling prep area that adds an extra layer of appreciation for the craft. Every dumpling arrives perfectly formed, flavorful, and delicately cooked, whether steamed, pan-fried, or boiled. Service is always warm and efficient, and the menu is wide enough to explore without feeling overwhelming. On this visit, I also discovered their pre-prepped frozen dumplings, which are tempting to stock up on when I’m not in town. That said, there’s something undeniably satisfying about sitting down here and enjoying their dumplings fresh—no effort, no hassle, just pure deliciousness. If you love dumplings, put Qing Xiang Yuan at the top of your Chicago list. It never disappoints.