As the Lunar New Year festivities continue, there’s no better way to celebrate than with a steaming plate of fresh, handmade dumplings in Flushing. Whether you’re craving crispy potstickers, juicy soup dumplings, or perfectly pleated jiaozi, now is the perfect time to indulge in one of the city’s most beloved Lunar New Year traditions.
Traditionally, eating dumplings during the Lunar New Year symbolizes prosperity, success, and good fortune for the year ahead. With Flushing’s vibrant food scene offering countless authentic dumpling spots, it’s the perfect time to explore a new restaurant or savor a fresh take on this beloved dish.
Check out some of these classic neighborhood spots for some truly delicious dumplings to indulge.
Nan Xian
Nan Xian is a Michelin-recommended restaurant best known for its soup dumplings. Guests can watch as dumplings are made fresh by hand and enjoy the restaurant’s offerings as they dine in the sleek and modern space.
39-16 Prince St. #104, Flushing
718-321-3838
Instagram: @nanxiangsoupdumplings
Shanghai You Garden
With locations in Flushing, Bayside, and Long Island, Shanghai You has been growing in popularity since they opened their first restaurant in 2016. The eatery offers a variety of Shanghainese dishes, but they are most well known for their soup dumplings, made fresh and ornate with colors like pink, green, and yellow.
135-33 40th Rd., Flushing
718-886-2286
Instagram: @shanghaiyougarden
Zhu Ji Dumpling House
This dumpling house is an order-out-only eatery with a walk-up window where guests can order their food to go. The menu offers dumplings made from seafood, vegetables, pork, or fried dumplings for $1 apiece. It is a simple, laid-back space to grab some authentic soup dumplings.
40-52 Main St., Flushing
718-353-6265
Old Captain
This charming and cozy restaurant specializes in dumplings, including handmade dumplings with fillings like lamb and carrot or fish, as well as fried dumplings, including the chicken onion fried dumpling or pork shrimp and Chinese chive. With tons of rave reviews and great prices, this is definitely a must-try spot.
135-23 40th Rd., Flushing
718-886-2428
Lao Yu Yuan Dumpling House
Lao Yu Yuan is a dine-in restaurant located inside Arcadia Mall. The space offers a variety of delicious dishes, but visitors who’ve been here say their soup dumplings are the talk of the town. Their truffle pork dumplings and pork and crab dumplings are among some of the more popular dishes and come in a variety of shades, such as pink, lavender, and orange.
4235 Main St., STE 1M, Flushing
718-762-2222
Instagram: @laoyuyuan
Pan Bao 66
Pan Bao serves pan fried soup dumplings and is definitely a neighborhood gem for those looking for delicious freshly made dumplings in the area. The restaurant is located inside the New World Mall and has great prices and highly rated dumplings by tons of satisfied customers.
136-20 Roosevelt Ave #29, Flushing
917-563-1243
Instagram: @panbao_66
Joon Hang Boon Sik
New World Mall has a food court with dozens of delicious restaurants, including one where you can get fresh, handmade soup dumplings, including Joon Hang Boon Sik Dumplings and Noodles. The restaurant is praised for its delicious handmade dumplings, and it is definitely a great experience to stop by.
136-20 Roosevelt Ave., Flushing
718-353-0551
Northern King Dumpling
Northern King has been in the neighborhood for over a year and has already earned a reputation for delicious handmade dumplings. Stop by the quaint and cozy eatery and watch handmade dumplings being prepared as you wait.
14944 Northern Blvd., Flushing
718-461-8878
Instagram: @northern_king_dumpling
Distinctive Foods
Distinctive Foods is located inside the New York Food Court and serves various dishes, including soup dumplings. Their menu is budget-friendly, and satisfied guests have highly praised their crab soup dumplings and pork dumplings.
133-35 Roosevelt Ave., Flushing
