Serves meat, vegan options available. Taiwanese restaurant group with franchise operations in multiple countries. Its signature specialty is dumplings. Menu labels the veg dishes with vegan choices including the oriental salad, vegetable fried rice, red bean xiao long bao and red bean bao. Vegetable stock can be requested for the vegetable wonton & spicy dried noodle, dan dan noodle, and vegetable wonton soup. Specify if you don't want egg or oyster sauce just to be sure. Located inside the mall. Open Mon-Fri 11:00am-9:30pm, Sat 10:00am-9:30pm, Sun 10:00am-9:00pm.
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3333 Bristol St, Sth Coast Plaza, Space 2071 Upper Level, Costa Mesa, California, USA, 92626
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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Last update on 11 Oct 2019 by Guest
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14 Reviews
First Review by TFlink
vagovegano
Points +5407
Reliably good… - Edit
I used to go to the original location in Arcadia years ago for their soup dumplings before I became vegan. I’m glad that their menu now includes multiple vegan options which are properly labeled accordingly. I recommend the vegan spicy wontons and the red bean dumplings for dessert. Of course, there are plenty of stir fried vegetable dishes to choose from. It’s just so good.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-11-25
Pros: Plenty of vegan options, Nice restaurant space within the mall, Friendly service
Cons: Very busy so expect a wait
Guest
IzzyB97
Points +42
I wanted to cry - Edit
This place was so good that I wanted to cry. The vegan wonton soup was SO delicious, and the vegan spicy noodles were just as good. I was legit sad when I finished my food
Read morePros: Many vegan choices, Food was beyond perfect , Place is a little upscale but not super expensive
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cremepuff
Points +84
loved it - Edit
dined here today and it was so delicious! absolutely exceeded my expectations. i ordered the vegan dumplings, vegan noodles with sesame sauce, broccoli with garlic, cucumber salad, and an iced lychee green tea. i really loved the noodles and the cucumber salad! the dumplings were also good, but i would recommend eating them as soon as they come out. overall super good and i hope to try the sweet taro buns next time.
Read morePros: service, noodles, everything
Cons: pricey
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oatmilklife
Points +84
Really good vegan options - Edit
Tried the vegan spicy noodle, vegan bao buns, and vegan dumplings. The bao buns were a 5/5, the noodles were a 4.5/5, and the dumplings were a 3.5. It was all really good and we’ll be coming back again soon.
Read morePros: Good food, Great service, Efficient waiting system
Cons: More vegan options, Long waits, Always busy
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Tom1973
Points +520
Amazing every time! - Edit
I’ve been to almost every DTF and savor the experience. The wood ear mushroom appetizer and the Shanghai rice cakes are my favorites but there’s a lot of options to try.
Read morePros: So flavorful , Dumplings made to order , Plenty of choices
Cons: Expensive (but worth it)
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estrnhemlock
Points +24
Great food - Edit
I wish there were more options, but the ones they have are delicious.
Read morePros: Delicious
Cons: Expensive
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ClemDeLaCreme
Points +958
Many great options to have a diverse meal! - Edit
Ordered: vegan wonton soup, vegan dumplings, vegan bao, vegan spicy noodles, green beans and garlic, taro xiaolongbao.
Read moreStaff was plentiful and friendly, there was an hour long wait for a table for two since we didn’t make a reservation and maybe because it is the beginning of the lunar new year tomorrow. The wonton soup was great, enjoyed the broth as well, I added chili oil and vinegar to it. The vegan dumplings were nice but I had wanted a potsticker style so it was softer than I was looking for but good to eat. The vegan bao was good, my moms favorite. The vegan spicy noodles were so good I ordered more to go. The green beans were excellent, perfectly cooked so they had enough of a crunch and the flavor was nice. The tarp xiaolongbao were excellent if you like taro which tastes a bit like sweet potato. Was a wonderful meal to share. I have been to many of their locations around the world but it had been years and this was my first time as a vegan, will be back again!
Pros: Lots of vegan options, Great staff
Cons: Long wait time with no reservation
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Monila
Points +643
So good, one of my favorite restaurants - Edit
This place is so good for vegan options! I always get the spicy vegan noodles and vegan buns. So so good! I also get the cucumber salad which is a fresh and healthy treat. The food is so good and they always package the food perfectly, complete with all the sauces and extras you would need.
Read morePros: Yummy vegan options , Great packaging, High quality fresh food
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Stephanie214
Points +30
Vegan options - Edit
The Vegetable dumplings, vegan spicy noodles, and Bok choy were so yummy!
Read morePros: Food is yummy, Host/Hostess great
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AnnaGoeller
Points +34
Vegan dumplings 🥟 - Edit
The vegan dumplings are so yummy. I would also recommend the kale, which is flavored with garlic 🥬
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ReneeNButtercup
Points +1495
Best Dumplings Ever!!! - Edit
I met up with a friend for lunch, he is not vegan, but interested. So I was super happy to have him help me navigate the menu and me get to help him try more of the vegan options.
Read moreI am just going to say that the service staff is amazing! They were so through about everything ensuring that our order is correct before leaving the table and verified all was vegan. So helpful with suggestions and even poured my soy sauce, vinegar mixture over the ginger to show me the ratios that they recommend. Service was excellent from beginning through end.
The food OMG the food!!!! We started with a simple cold cucumber dish with sesame oil and soy sauce, it was very mild I would not say spicy at all, it is described as a hint of spice, totally accurate. This was refreshing and a perfect appetizer. Next we were served the sauteed spinach, this was not the highlight of my life, but was really good and perfectly cooked to make it easily digestible but still retain the integrity of the leaf. The dumplings came next, and I have never had dumplings this delicious before. The filling was filling, flavorful and the mushroom combination with jicama and other veggies made it hearty and filling. Final item we enjoyed was the sesame noodles, so good.
Next time I save room for desert!!!
Funny story as i wrote this a customer of mine called and I mentioned how I took executive lunch yesterday he asked where I went. He and his wife are huge fans of Din Tai and he is making a reservation for next week.
Pros: Great Vegan Options, Amazing Service, Healthy
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agoodcup6
Points +20
Awesome selection! - Edit
When I was first asked to go I was a little skeptical because I wasn't sure if they had any vegan options. On their new menu, they have all the vegan options labeled and let me tell you, there are a bunch! From dumplings, to buns even dessert (most of their desserts are vegan!!) I was not disappointed! The good was fresh, light and delicious! It was a great experience and I can't wait to go back!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Great food
Cons: Expensive, Normally crowded
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nacyorte
Points +29
Mostly Vegetarian some Vegan Options - Edit
Mushroom fried rice is AMAZING! Veggie Dumplings are very good as well. Don't dismiss the greens sides... They might possibly be some of the best greens I've tasted. The green beans are a must, broccoli is perfectly cooked with delicately sliced garlic. The spinach is a substantial portion and can make you teeth a bit squeaky. Remember, these sides are for sharing. If you're a vegan, double check to make sure the items you are getting are vegan. The green leaf on the menu indicates vegetarian, that can include egg. The veggie soup I tried was a little bland, so make sure to use the chili and soy sauces on the table for flavor. They also bring out delicious finely shaved ginger to go with the sauce. Waiters are SUPER FRIENDLY and honest about what is vegan/vegetarian when you ask and let them know it's your first time. Oh, yes... There is usually a 2-3 hour wait to get in during rush hours. You can sneak a seat in the bar area for less time if you're starving. I usually arrive an hour early and shop around at the mall with friends until I receive a text from them. By the way, this is a Taiwanese restaurant, not Chinese.
Read morePros: Lots of greens to choose from, Portions are large and for sharing
Cons: Wait times can be 2-3 hours , You will eat too much , Dining w/carnivores?They may eat all your veggies
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TFlink
Points +119
Limited Options - Edit
This restaurant has a green leaf logo to pinpoint the vegetarian (not specifically vegan) options). The dumplings, even the veggie ones, are not vegan, nor are the buns (I called). You are relatively safe with the items in the Greens section of the menu, so you'll basically be ordering a bunch of veggie side dishes in various sauces. Of course, always double check to ensure no animal products are used.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2017-07-11
Pros: A few vegan options
Cons: Not a lot of variety for vegans
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