The definitive list of the most delicious dumplings in Darling Harbour
Legend has it that dumplings were first created in southern China during the era of Three Kingdoms around 225 AD. Almost 18 centuries later, and they’re eaten worldwide, and found on almost every street in Darling Harbour - if you know where to look.
From delicate steamed prawn dumplings at XOPP to wontons in punchy chilli sauce at Lilong, these are the best dumplings in Darling Harbour.
Nakano Darling
Nakano Darling is a Japanese izakaya, an informal style of bar made for liberal afterwork drinking and snacking. There’s tatami mats and beer crates to sit on and delicious fried gyoza on the menu, which pair perfectly with the crisp Japanese lagers on tap.
XOPP
XOPP was built on the back of Golden Century’s famous XO sauce pippy dish - a spicy and fresh Cantonese style seafood creation that celeb chef David Chang called “the best meal in the world”. It’s best you try when you visit, but you should also sample a few of their delicious dumplings - the scallop and prawn siu mai is our favourite.
Lilong by Taste of Shanghai
Lilong’s founder Jennifer Du brings authentic flavours from her home in Shanghai and Northern China to the menu at her Darling Square restaurant. There are 14 dim sum options on the menu and you should try them all if you can, but don’t miss the juicy wontons in red chilli sauce. Or if you want to try something really different, we also recommend the sticky rice dumplings which go down a treat with a side of chilli sauce.
Dopa by Devon
You'd be crazy to not order a side of the pork gyoza while dining at Dopa by Devon. Prior to their opening, Dopa's two chefs travelled to Tokyo to research all the popular late-night street eats so they could create a menu of Japanese comfort food. You'll be delighted with a really tasty, well seasoned dumpling that comes with a beautifully crisp lace on top. Yuuum.
Chinta Ria Buddha Love
‘Chinta’ means love and ‘Ria’ means happiness, and that’s exactly what you’ll be feeling when you sample Chinta Ria Buddha Love's Malay-Cantonese menu. Just remember Buddha’s watching when you start fighting over the last deep-fried chicken and shrimp wonton.
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