Flavour of xiao long bao is nice but the dumpling skin is thicker than traditional XLBs so the top is a bit chewy. Steamed dumplings also nice. Pan fried dumplings were a little dry. Vegetarian spring rolls were definitely the standout. Overall was good but not amazing.
The waitress with the braided hair is definitely worth the trip alone, she's amazing :)
The food is phenomenal. Constant morsels of delectable nom noms. Atmosphere is light and casual while having a sense of comfort. You're attended to, fed well, and head home feeling like a bit of a Fat Dumpling yourself ^_^
Three of us were seated at the window bar on a busy Thursday night. It’s a small space and they get the service and meals out really quickly. Loved the all the dumplings and worth trying the cucumber side.
I love this place. Went for the 2nd time last night & had delicious dumplings & salt pepper squid, best squid in Brissy. The hospitality is so warm too! The owner's daughter (I think) complimented me on my hair and made my night, she was so lovely and made us feel really welcome. Coming here always feels really cosy and familiar and also thank you for introducing me to plum wine! Will be back again soon.
Very good dumpling. Had the pan fried pork and Chinese cabbage ones. Nice staff. Very cosy environment and has Asian beer. Will come back again.
Fat Dumpling is a solid choice for all your dumpling type needs in The Valley. It's well appointed and decent price points. Well, maybe a little on the expensive side but when The Dear Luncher is having meals paid for him by work who the f--k cares right.
The only criticism The Dear Luncher has is the lack of a beef dumpling option. Sure, pork is fine. Pork is great in fact. So great that all three dishes ordered contained pork products. But no red meat option in the form of dumpling is disappointing. People say it's because the isn't traditional or authentic. Well to hell with that. Add these to the menu Fat Dumpling and you will make one travelling Victorian very happy.
To be honest some the food you can get BEST in Brisbane, and Definitely the best dumplings——yeah, The service same as the FOOD so amazing!!!!!
Lovesssssss the nice dumpling Restaurant😘
I would Definitely come back!!❤️
Great little dumpling place, with extra friendly staff and delicious food. Everything is tasty and freshly cooked. My only disappointment was the lack of soup in the xiao long bao. Definitely good for a group to share.
I went to Fat Dumpling with two friends last night. We order Pork Belly, Green Beans, Pork XLB and some pan fried dumplings. The beans are amazing, I would highly recommend it. For the fried dumplings, I love pork and cabbage most. Also, nice staff and quickly service. Can't wait to come back.
Outstanding dumplings, the XLB is AMAZING!!!!
Went on a monday night, service was above and beyond. For the quality of food i felt the prices were more than reasonable.
2nd visit and will be back.
Best dumpling spot in Brisbane hands down. I'm actually from Sydney and I reckon it beats all the spots there too. Friendly staff, great and quick service and UH-MAZINGGG dumplings
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Had Sunday lunch at this eatery two weeks ago. Was the first table dine-in and service was very attentive. Ordered the Cumin Lamb Skewer, Pork XLB, Stir-fried Green Beans and Fish Dumpling. In addition, we got a bonus of Crystal Cucumber Salad to compensate the missed Fish Dumpling order at the end. Cumin Skewer tasted good but I think they deep-fried them first then grilled surface, so they were all lack of the original flavour from traditional grilled lamb skewer (3/5). XLB presented with nice crown and folds and thickness of pastry was just right so I can easily hold it up with chopstick and dipped some dark vinegar than put the whole Bao in my mouth without losing any soup inside the Bao, well done (4.5/5). Stir-fried green bean was prepared with (Wok Qi), however, if the green bean was put in a hotter oil then the effect would be much better (3.5/5), bonus Crystal Cucumber Salad should be a traditional dish that cucumber should be beaten by cleaver instead of sliced and chopped in pieces but this version enhance nice visual effect (4/5). Fish Dumpling was the hero. where the ingredient was juiced with very rich flavour (4.5/5). Overall, I think the owner's strategy to set this eatery at this location because price wise he can have a better profit margin (compared to the Golden Dumplings@Sunnybank, they have a better profit). However, the team's passion within this eatery and good staff's training deserve a big TICK. These are essential elements to have a successful business. Cheers!
As far as dumplings go, this is my new favourite.
Had a mix of steamed and fried dumplings and sides for lunch.
Fried fish were easily my favourite, the inside texture was kind of like a fish cake where as the steamed was more like.. steamed fish.
Chicken skewers were 👌 spicy delicious, would have been great with a small side of rice (love my carbs).
Other people liked the cucumber salad- it was pickled.. could have been a little more pickled for me. But the beans- they were so good- gingery goodness- would definitely order again.
Shallot pancake.. not so much.. undercooked so doughy tasting. Also, no ice for drinks.. huh?
Looking forward to having dinner there
Great small spot for dumplings! In the heart of the Valley, there's no spot better for these gold gems. Staff were friendly and helpful, we ordered a bunch of variant dumplings as well as the lamb skewers which were amazing. All servings were cooked to order and did not have to wait long. My only minus is that it is quite a small space, I recommend calling to book ahead of time and don't rely on just walking in. Chances are that all the tables would be reserved. Would definitely come back here and try the rest of the dishes :)
Meatballs And Beef Cheeks
+4
I had the pleasure of joining Joe K for lunch at Fat Dumpling over the weekend.
When I arrived, we were two of only six customers in the restaurant and although small, the layout did not feel crowded. However, within ten minutes virtually every seat filled and then it became quite apparent that you were sitting on top of your neighbour - we were so close that I 'accidentally' answered one of their questions when they both failed to come up with an answer and were reaching for Professor Google.
We began with beverages, Diet Coke and a Tsing Tao for me (I was quite parched) and Green Tea for Joe.
Knowing that we had another lunch planned after this, I had only planned to try the Pork Xiao Long Bao, but Joe got excited and also ordered the Pan Fried Pork and Cabbage Dumplings and the Pan Fried Chicken and Asparagus Dumplings.
Without question, the highlight of the meal was the Pork Xiao Long Bao. They were beautifully prepared and were filled with delicious soup. These rated a 4.5.
The Pan Fried Dumplings were both very good, but not as good as I have had recently at Little Red Dumpling. I preferred the Pork and Cabbage to the Chicken and Asparagus, but they both rated 3.5-4.
I let Joe eat more of the Pan Fried Dumplings so I could save a little room for our next adventure - thanks for the sparkling conversation and for hanging in there Joe!
I wouldn't hesitate to return and I will look forward to trying their new location.
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I've been looking forward to this lunch with Meatballs And Beef Cheeks. I walk into Fat Dumpling and it is a small dimly lit restaurant with tables for 2 and 4! We are served a Coke, Tsingtao beer and green tea (for me). We order the steamed Xiao Long Bao, fried pork & cabbage dumplings and fried chicken & asparagus dumplings.
When the 3 serves of dumplings arrive, they look freshly made, then fried and steamed perfectly. We tried the XLBaos first, hot and thankfully not scalding, the filling tasted fresh and the broth was sweet. Excellent by Brisbane standards and rated 4.5! The fried pork and chicken dumpling fillings are fresh, tasty and pan-fried to a near golden brown. I rate them 4.0. The green tea was served in a quaint metallic tea pot and I enjoyed this hot strong brew.
The only downside dining here was that the tables were uncomfortably close together. Diners on either side of us could hear every word of our conversation. That said, I understand that management needs to squeeze in as many tables as possible into this small dining area. Thank you M&BC for this delicious dumpling lunch.
Came here for dinner with my wife. It gets pretty busy so I would recommend making a booking. We had the chicken dumplings,pork dumplings and pork belly which were pretty good. Price could be better and we did wait a bit but nothing hectic
Good solid option with a relaxed and very laid back atmosphere. Good service with excellent dumpling. Pork belly in sweet soy was delicious. Basic but very tasty menu. Steamed, boiled and fried options on all dumplings.
Perfect dumplings, fried shallot pancakes and cucumber salad! Definitely book in advance, every time I've been here it's been full. Despite being busy, the service is always good and the food comes quickly. This is my go to place for cheap, delicious food in a happy and cosy restaurant. Plus its BYO!
Authentic dumplings. I've been here quite a bit now and haven't had a bad experience yet. Always fresh and tasty, food comes out quickly.
Reasonably priced. The dessert Spring rolls are a must!
Love this little hole in the wall, albeit a chic hole in the wall! Great dumplings and happy service. Bonus BYO which means you can bring a bottle of Moët to have with your "street food"!
I have finally found a place that has the best xiao long bao in brisbane! They are fat and so full of flavour. The service was great, the place was very clean, the dumplings we had were all so flavoursom and so well priced for the day portions. I plan to continue coming back to this place so I can try everything on the menu.
After passing this little restaurant constantly, we decided to give it a try on Friday night.
It's not a big restaurant so I would definitely recommend booking a table as it can get quite busy.
We ordered the braised pork belly with soy sauce, steamed chicken & asparagus dumplings, and fried pork, prawn, chicken and chives dumplings.
The dumplings were delicious. Full of flavor, and you could taste every single ingredient in them. But the flavors weren't overpowering each other - they just worked well together. My favorite though would have to be braised pork! Juicy, succulent, melt in the mouth amazingness. Definitely a MUST TRY!
If you're in the area I highly recommend this place over the usual Harajuku Gyoza.
The service is also good too :)
I can't wait to go back here! Everything we ordered was so delicious and I want to try everything else on the menu. A little bit understaffed, poor guy was running around like a maniac trying to serve and clear tables but it was entertaining
They are the best dumplings I can find in Brisbane. I wouldn't say they're the best I have ever tried in my life, but the quality is decent.
If you are after some texture and stronger flavour, go for the steamed dumplings. If you want something smooth and soft, opt for the boiled dumplings. Or simply order both, cause they do come in relatively small serving (6 pieces).
A good place for all your dumpling requirements including Xiao long Bao and pork pan fried. The standout dish however was the cucumber salad.
I come here quite a bit actually. I have developed a love for gyoza, which in turn has lead me to all sorts of dumpling varieties. This place is a rock, it has not let me down yet. The only issue i have with this place is the size of the dining area. You are generally smooshed between people, and just makes everything a little awkward. I have had all varieties here, and must say, chicken skewars and pork xio lang bao dumplings are my top faves!! Relatively cheap to so check it out, they do takeaway also, so you dont have to remain crammed if you dont like.
My sister and I went here tonight upon recommendation from a friend. We found the service to be very lovely from start to finish! We were squeezed in without a reservation and service was prompt and polite!
The food was really nice and full of flavour and even though our second plate of dumplings was forgotten about until I asked, we still had a really lovely time and enjoyed the atmosphere in the restaurant!
I will be returning in future
The spring rolls were OK and the pork xiao long bao were good. The service was good and prompt. The place was however very loud with conversations.
Went here a while back! Lively atmosphere, especially for a friday night or weekend nights. The service was excellent, the lady (I assumed she was the boss) was so bubbly and sweet. The dumplings they offered could be cooked in different styles. I think we got steamed most of the time with some pan-fried/poached dumplings to mix it up a bit. Also tried their cumin lamb skewers which were great too and there was plenty of dumplings to share between my friend and I. Definitely, would come back here again!
Dumplings are really tasty and the restaurant is small and cosy. I would recommend the soup dumplings and the peach spring rolls for dessert are great.
I’d been recommended to visit Fat Dumpling by a few people, Friday night, upon learning it was BYO was the night. . When we arrived they said half an hour but then seated us straight away. Service was certainly slow – they could do with an extra staff member for sure. The hilarity began when I was opening the champagne. I took the metal and foil off, ready to pop the cork but the waiter distracted me. POP!!! The cork flew straight up to the roof and ricocheted back. Suddenly the whole place wanted to chat to us.
The best dumplings in Brisbane! We are regulars and the food quality is consistently good. Love the way the owner has a good chat to us each time come. Good food and good service.
Average but not awful either. Decided to try this place after seeing some good reviews and whilst I don't agree with them having the best dumplings, they were pretty good and affordable. Staff were very friendly and were nice enough to sit us at a table even without making a booking. Their grilled dishes were amazing though and I'd happily order the lamb skewers again, great flavours and just the right amount of spice. Unfortunately the Xiao long bao's I've been craving were a bit of a disappointment. It seems as if it was frozen and overcooked during the steam process. When you taste the best (in Melbourne) nothing just seems to compare :-(. But apart from that everything else was great! Would come back again.
Best dumplings in Brisbane. Amazing skins and wonderful flavour. Dumplings are nice and plump and lives up to their store name.
Peach spring rolls nothing to write home about. Two pieces of canned peach wrapped in spring roll skin with a dollop of ice cream
Lastly, service was surprisingly slow for a dumpling place. One hour to serve three sets of dumplings and dessert. It would have been OK if it was a Friday night date but unfortunately we had somewhere to be.
Either way, if you are looking for an authentic dumpling experience this is the place!
This place is awesome! Super friendly and fast service. The food was delicious and inexpensive . We will return again and again. Thanks Fat Dumpling you rock!
Loved it! Friend and I had the stir fried green beans, xiao long bao, pork and prawn steamed and chicken and asparagus. All delicious! Bit different to the dumplings i'm used to in Melbourne but i'll definately be back
YUM. Popped in here for a bite before an art show, had xiao long bao, pork belly, salt and pepper squid, finishing off with the peach spring rolls. Everything was so full of flavour, the staff were lovely and attentive, definitely making this my go to for dumplings and beer. :D
Xiao long bao needs work, dumplings are good. I am very picky with dumplings. Verdict: good steamed dumplings, average xiao long bao. Xlb pastry was too thick and not soupy enough. For xlb I think bamboo basket and even new Shanghai are better. But I enjoyed the pan fried fish dumplings. Cucumber salad was also tasty and refreshing.
Will recommend, sans xiao long bao.
Great food and open late. Finally some decent food available after that critical 9pm time when most kitchens are closing. Tasty and fresh dumplings. Easy to share in a small group or couple. The fit out is cosy with warm wood tones. Nice and simple, this place should do well.
Ranga With An Appetite
+4
Good and worth a visit. Nice ambiance, the waitresses seemed a little disorganised (i.e. not communicating to each other) but otherwise the food was good. I'm not massive on Dumplings but my partner is Chinese and misses them and rates this place quite highly. We also had the xiao long bao which were not bad. I would suggest that you would need at least one and a half servings (at least) of the dumplings (they come in a plate of 6 which simply aren't enough). Friendly owners and staff.
DUMPLING HEAVEN!. Fresh, authentic, hand made! What more can you ask for? Pricing is decent too. Probably one of the better xiao long baos i've had in a long time and I really enjoyed the chicken and asparagus steamed dumpling. Staff and the owners are really nice :) Glad I found this place! Such a cute set up as well. I've already recommended it to my friends, and I would definitely go back again!
Great new little dumpling joint in the Valley. Didn't have any side dishes to put Soy/vinegar in which was a bit weird but the dumplings were as good as I've had in Brisbane. Decor was simple. Staff very polite and prompt. Recommend for quick bite before or after a few beers in the valley.
I'm curious to see how Fat Dumpling does in the Valley. It should be a nice place for late night drinks and food but then again, there are other similar vendors. The beers weren't the cheapest I've seen (I have expectations for cheap booze at Asian vendors) but the dumplings themselves were quite reasonable. I think we saw both the owners (a hubby and wife team?) and they were really polite so I hope they do well.
Delicious dumplings
My husband and I dropped in for a quick Sunday lunch and shared a serve of spicy green beans, wontons in chilli oil and steamed prawn, pork & chive dumplings. It was all very delicious, and the dumplings had a lovely home-made feel about them, but we did think that the portions were a little on the small side. Nicey but pricey!
Nice atmosphere and friendly customer service.
The steam dumplings were great and juicy. The pan fried ones were not as good.
Randomly came across this place and glad we did. The vege gyozas and scallion pancakes are fire. Would come back.
Nice dumplings but the seating in this restaurant is quite squeezy!
Best dumplings I ever had, and between you&me that's saying something! The pork broth dumplings are a must! If I ever visit Brisbane again I'm definitely coming back!
Love coming here. They make great dumplings
The absolute best dumplings ever.
Cocktails are so yummy as well.
Perfect atmosphere as well.
Will be returning. Thanks 💓
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