Dumpling Kingdom
"Legit Chinese food that's open until 2am. The soup dumplings are a must. When you want actual good food after midnight, not just drunk food, this is the spot."
Last verified: 2024-12-20
What to Order
- Mini Juicy Buns (Xiao Long Bao) - the soup dumplings are the star
- Taiwan Style Pan Fried Dumplings - crispy bottom, juicy filling
- Dan Dan Noodles - spicy peanut noodles done right
- Cumin Lamb - if you like heat
What to Avoid
- Burning your mouth - let the soup dumplings cool first or you WILL regret it
- The Americanized dishes - go for authentic Szechuan
- Going alone - dishes are meant for sharing
The Full Review
Dumpling Kingdom fills a crucial gap in the BU late night food scene: actual good food after midnight. While everyone else is closed or serving questionable pizza, DK is cranking out soup dumplings until 2am.
The xiao long bao (soup dumplings) are the main attraction. They come steaming hot, filled with savory broth and pork. THE TECHNIQUE: bite a small hole, slurp the soup, eat the dumpling. Do NOT bite straight in unless you want a mouth full of 200-degree soup. Trust me on this.
Beyond dumplings, the Szechuan dishes are legit spicy and flavorful. The cumin lamb hits different at 1am. The dan dan noodles are the perfect late-night comfort food. Share a few dishes family-style with friends - this isn't a solo dining spot.
The Allston location means it's slightly further from central campus, but totally worth it. This is where you go when you want actual food late at night, not just drunk food.
Pro tip: Bring a group and order family style. Way more fun and you get to try more dishes.
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177 Brighton Ave, Allston
Allston * 0.6 mi from campus
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What Students Say
"I burned my entire mouth on the soup dumplings and I'd do it again. Worth it."
"The fact that I can get real XLB at 1am near campus is actually insane. Other schools could never."
"Dan dan noodles after a night out > any other late night food. This is the hill I die on."
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Dumpling Kingdom's hours?
Open daily 11am-2am, making it one of the best late-night options for real food near BU.
What should I order at Dumpling Kingdom?
The Xiao Long Bao (soup dumplings) are essential. Also try the pan-fried dumplings, dan dan noodles, and cumin lamb.
How do you eat soup dumplings?
Bite a small hole first, slurp out the hot soup, then eat the dumpling. DO NOT bite straight in - the soup inside is extremely hot!
Is Dumpling Kingdom good for groups?
Yes! It's best to go with friends and order family-style to share multiple dishes.