China North Dumpling

I had just completed a long run… I was hungry… I only had $3 in my pocket… In all other neighborhoods I wouldn’t even be able to get a slice of pizza. This isn’t the case in the Lower East Side at China North Dumpling.

$3 for 12 fresh and very juicy dumplings!  The dumplings were simple …I tasted scallions in the mix and the slightest hint of ginger. I didn’t taste mushrooms or cabbage (common dumpling ingredients). I knew the dumplings are fresh because I saw a lady in the back making them… there also were several large bags of flour up front.

The Hot Cock sauce was watered down.. but how much can I expect for a $3 order of dumplings!

It’s possible that the only thing that has changed about North Dumpling since  it’s doors opened many years ago is the duct tape covering certain items on the menu.

Despite the run down interior, North Dumpling seems to be a local hang out. Right after I arrived I would say 12 people from the Lower East side community crowded into no frills establishment. As I left two police cars were in front of the restaurant… No there wasn’t a disturbance on the dark city street… It was just dinner time!

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27a Essex St (between Hester St & Grand St)
(212) 529-2760