Get ready to celebrate one of the most delicious days of the year—National Dumpling Day! Falling on 26th September, it’s the perfect excuse to indulge in these bite-sized parcels of flavour.
London is packed with restaurants serving everything from classic steamed dumplings to innovative, gourmet twists. Whether you’re a fan of traditional fillings or adventurous creations, here’s where to enjoy the best dumplings in the city this National Dumpling Day.
KIBOU is an award-winning Japanese restaurant and bar in Battersea that serves vibrant sharing plates, premium sashimi, and the freshest of sushi. It is also renowned for its fun take on dumplings. With a selection of savoury dumplings to choose from including the Pork Gyoza, and Takoyaki octopus dumplings, the real standout on the menu is the sweet dessert dumplings. To finish off your meal opt for the Apple Gyoza, mini cinnamon and apple dumplings served with vanilla ice cream and salted caramel sauce.
Known for fresh and healthy Asian food, HUŌ offers a menu inspired by Chinese and Southeast Asian flavours, all made from scratch using traditional Thai, Chinese, Malaysian, and Singaporean recipes. One of the highlights from the menu is their Handmade Dim Sum selection. Guests can choose from Vegetable Dumplings, Spicy Hunan Pork Dumplings, Prawn Dumplings, and Siu Mai.
As the name suggests, at Xi Home Dumplings Bay Spitalfields, it’s all about the dumplings. Classic combos include Spicy Pork, Pork with Fennel, Beef with Spring Onion, and Open Mouth King Prawn dumplings to the signature Jade Lobster Dumpling – a family recipe handed down from generation to generation. For the adventurous, more daring dumplings include Abalone, Black Cuttlefish and Sea Cucumber Dumplings, each handmade by the skilled pastry chefs and simmered, steamed or fried. To accompany the dumplings a mature vinegar and soy sauce are the traditional dips of choice.
Noodle and Beer Chinatown serves up delicious, Sichuan spiced dishes all the way up to 4am. Alongside their dry and soup noodle dishes, they have some zingy small plates, including Guo Tie – succulent pan-fried dumplings with beef and spring onion filling. With only 1 out of 5 on their ‘chilli-o-metre’, its a safe bet for those who want to play it safe!
Whether you stick to the classics or try something new, National Dumpling Day is the perfect excuse to celebrate one of the world’s most beloved bites. Grab your friends, follow your taste buds, and make 26th September a delicious day to remember. London’s dumpling scene is ready—are you?
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