This place is something else. It’s been around for a while, but I only recently heard about it after reading it was one of the five must-try spots in St. Louis — and now I see why. Walking in, the first thing you notice is the energy. Customers are smiling, clearly enjoying themselves, and that’s always a good sign. While looking over the menu, I asked a nearby table what they recommended. Without hesitation, one woman — literally licking the last bit off her plate — told me: chili oil wontons. That’s where the experience began. Let’s start there. The chili oil wontons are packed with flavor. The dumplings themselves are perfectly seasoned, and the chili oil adds a bold, aromatic kick that ties everything together beautifully. Watching them hand-make the dumplings fresh while preparing orders is the cherry on top — it’s the kind of detail that instantly elevates the experience. Next came the beef and chicken sandwiches. Both were nestled in that perfect in-between layer of crispy and fried bread that adds texture without overwhelming the fillings. The beef sandwich stood out with its mix of green onions and cabbage, bringing freshness and crunch. The chicken version, fried and drizzled with honey butter, delivered a sweet-savory balance that worked surprisingly well. The shrimp dumplings were fresh with a clean, classic flavor — the kind that gets even better with a touch of soy sauce or chili oil. But one of the biggest highlights of the meal was the shrimp and cheese pan-fried dumplings. “Amazing” honestly feels like an understatement. Juicy filling, crispy golden bottoms, soft tops — the texture contrast alone makes them memorable. They’re so light and addictive you could easily go through multiple orders before realizing it. The chicken shumai followed the same pattern: fresh, flavorful filling and well-balanced seasoning. Everything tasted thoughtfully made and consistent. To finish, we tried the mango boba. It was nicely balanced — not overly sweet, with a bright mango flavor and perfectly cooked boba pearls that had just the right chew. Service was friendly and welcoming, and the staff kept things moving smoothly. Overall, this is absolutely a must-try spot. It’s quickly topped other places we used to go for similar bites, and it’s definitely somewhere we’ll be coming back to. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates fresh, flavorful comfort food done right.
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This place is something else. It’s been around for a while, but I only recently heard about it after reading it was one of the five must-try spots in St. Louis — and now I see why. Walking in, the first thing you notice is the energy. Customers are smiling, clearly enjoying themselves, and that’s always a good sign. While looking over the menu, I asked a nearby table what they recommended. Without hesitation, one woman — literally licking the last bit off her plate — told me: chili oil wontons. That’s where the experience began. Let’s start there. The chili oil wontons are packed with flavor. The dumplings themselves are perfectly seasoned, and the chili oil adds a bold, aromatic kick that ties everything together beautifully. Watching them hand-make the dumplings fresh while preparing orders is the cherry on top — it’s the kind of detail that instantly elevates the experience. Next came the beef and chicken sandwiches. Both were nestled in that perfect in-between layer of crispy and fried bread that adds texture without overwhelming the fillings. The beef sandwich stood out with its mix of green onions and cabbage, bringing freshness and crunch. The chicken version, fried and drizzled with honey butter, delivered a sweet-savory balance that worked surprisingly well. The shrimp dumplings were fresh with a clean, classic flavor — the kind that gets even better with a touch of soy sauce or chili oil. But one of the biggest highlights of the meal was the shrimp and cheese pan-fried dumplings. “Amazing” honestly feels like an understatement. Juicy filling, crispy golden bottoms, soft tops — the texture contrast alone makes them memorable. They’re so light and addictive you could easily go through multiple orders before realizing it. The chicken shumai followed the same pattern: fresh, flavorful filling and well-balanced seasoning. Everything tasted thoughtfully made and consistent. To finish, we tried the mango boba. It was nicely balanced — not overly sweet, with a bright mango flavor and perfectly cooked boba pearls that had just the right chew. Service was friendly and welcoming, and the staff kept things moving smoothly. Overall, this is absolutely a must-try spot. It’s quickly topped other places we used to go for similar bites, and it’s definitely somewhere we’ll be coming back to. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates fresh, flavorful comfort food done right.
Never get over here so we love to try new places. They had good ratings so we tried and were NOT disappointed!! We had: Beef sandwich (yes you heard correct) which was a bit like Asian BBQ. Loved it. I had pan fried chicken dumplings which were amazing! We tried the broccoli which was cold and with garlic and loved that. We also had the spring rolls and the sauce is the best I’ve ever had. We really enjoyed the calm music playing during our meal. We will definitely return!! You def should give it a try!!!
Never get over here so we love to try new places. They had good ratings so we tried and were NOT disappointed!! We had: Beef sandwich (yes you heard correct) which was a bit like Asian BBQ. Loved it. I had pan fried chicken dumplings which were amazing! We tried the broccoli which was cold and with garlic and loved that. We also had the spring rolls and the sauce is the best I’ve ever had. We really enjoyed the calm music playing during our meal. We will definitely return!! You def should give it a try!!!
Ordered to-go and drove about 30 minutes home because we had two little kids with us — and the food was STILL phenomenal. The chili wontons were delicious and not spicy like I expected. The sticky rice shumai was top-tier, and even the broccoli somehow earned a 5/5. Staff was friendly, welcoming, and kept me updated while I waited. Will 100% be back!