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Din Tai Fung San Diego Yelp Reviews
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It's hard to go wrong here.
It's a popular and well-established chain for a reason. This location in particular is quite busy with reservations usually booked out at least a few weeks. They accept walk-ins, but the wait can get pretty long. But it's nice that it's in a mall so you have a lot of options to check out while you're waiting. It's also first come first serve in their small bar as well. The food is always consistently delicious with our favorites being the shrimp spicy wontons, pork XLB, green beans, pork chop fried rice and their chocolate XLB for dessert. Service is always good, but shoutout to my favorite guy there Ho. He just has such a genuine kindness, is so welcoming, and despite always being busy, he checks in frequently and at the right times. The location is at UTC mall so parking is easy and free for the first two hours. :)
Be the first to ReplyDin Tai Fung has very delicious food.
When eating in, I cannot recommend more the xiao long bao, the green beans, and the cucumber salad. The service is very good, very patient and very personable. It fits in with the vibe of UTC, which is mostly wealthy and slow. I can't give 5 stars because it is overpriced, even though it might be the best dim sum I've ever had. I also can't give 5 stars because the food is not good when it's takeout. I've eaten here ~3-4 times in and it's always been excellent, and I've eaten takeout even more often and it's subpar. If doing takeout, choose a different dim sum place. When taken out, the xiao long bao loses it's texture and flavor, and I've even had undercooked noodles fused together.
Be the first to ReplyBest dim sum ever.
Everything on this menu is delicious. Only problem is having to wait for a table, otherwise I am always down for DTF.
Be the first to ReplyIt is worth the wait! Amazing service.
The flavors of the foods are incredible. Highly recommend everything on their menu. The chili sauce is SOOOO YUMMMY! 10 stars!
Be the first to ReplyWould order mochi chocolate Plus salted sweet cream, pork
Would order mochi chocolate Plus salted sweet cream, pork long bao x2 . All i need 4 a to go order next time. Yummmm! Exceptional, melt in your mouth deliciousness.
Be the first to ReplyGreat service, excellent food! Everything is made to order.
Love this Taiwanese restaurant!
Be the first to ReplyMy friends and I loved this place.
Will go again in the future. Ambiance is good. Servers are professional and friendly . We also love the food.
Be the first to ReplyServing delicious food - dumplings of many varieties with
Serving delicious food - dumplings of many varieties with many sauces! Everything is freshly made & cooked to perfection. The wait staff is friendly and competent. Reservations are a necessity as it is very popular or grab some to go!
Be the first to ReplyFood is amazing.
Service is great. Ambiance is great too. All waiters are very friendly and perfection . Everything is great from this restaurant. Never disappoints.
Be the first to ReplyYou should try to make a reservation, we went on a Saturday
You should try to make a reservation, we went on a Saturday afternoon and the waitlist was 2.5 hours long. We decided to wait it out as we had some shopping to do. The ambiance is very busy, very crowded, and there are so many workers delivering food, bussing tables, and waiters attending to your needs. I don't like the amount of lines we have to get into to get into the restaurant. Line to get added to the waitlist, line to check in after you have been buzzed, line to wait to be seated. And there are always a ton of people waiting in line. The food was elevated Asian. We ordered: - cucumber salad: 6/10, I feel the cucumber was not as fermented as I would of preferred. I find that the cucumber served as most Korean bbq places is better. - garlic string green beans 9/10, these were my favorite. Perfectly seasoned and crisp - spicy vegan wontons, these were delicious 9/10. I'm not sure what the filling is but it was tasty. However, the sauce though is the star of the dish. -pork buns, unfortunately these were not my favorite, 4/10, the buns were dry and the filling was a weird texture and lacked flavor. - shrimp fried rice, 7/10, perfectly seasoned, nice balance of egg, but I wish it had more shrimp. Seems like the shrimp are added at the end and placed on top of the rice, it's not mixed in like traditional fried rice. To drink we ordered the Pear and lychee martini which was not strong when compared to other martinis. I really enjoyed this drink. Overall I would go back and try other wontons and noddles, but will make a reservation.
Be the first to ReplyDin Tai Fung is amazing! From the fried rice to the
Din Tai Fung is amazing! From the fried rice to the dumplings and then the desert, it doesn't get better then that. Will always come back
Be the first to Replyworth the hype!!! so many vegan options to choose from and
worth the hype!!! so many vegan options to choose from and flavors are wonderful!! Line was quick, food came fast and one after another. Wonderful service and food!
Be the first to ReplyAs a fervent foodie and self-proclaimed dumpling devotee, I
As a fervent foodie and self-proclaimed dumpling devotee, I couldn't resist the siren call of Din Tai Fung in San Diego. Renowned for their legendary xiao long bao (soup dumplings), this Taiwanese culinary hotspot had me drooling with anticipation.Upon entering the bustling restaurant, I was greeted by the mesmerizing sight of their open kitchen, where nimble-fingered chefs meticulously folded each delicate dumpling with surgical precision. It was a tantalizing preview of the culinary adventure that awaited me.After much deliberation and suppressed hunger pangs, I ordered a steaming basket of their signature pork xiao long bao. The first bite was nothing short of magical. With a gentle poke of my chopsticks, the delicate skin burst, releasing a flavorful broth that played a symphony on my taste buds. The savory pork filling was perfectly seasoned, and the silky-smooth texture of the dumpling wrapper was truly a testament to the chefs' craftsmanship.But why stop at soup dumplings? My culinary escapade continued with an order of shrimp and pork shao mai, which were equally delightful. The harmonious blend of succulent shrimp and tender pork encased in a pleated wrapper was a match made in foodie heaven. I also sampled their sautéed string beans with garlic, which offered a refreshing and flavorful respite from my dumpling indulgence.Service at Din Tai Fung was prompt and attentive, with our server expertly guiding us through the menu and offering helpful suggestions. It was clear that they took pride in their work and wanted to ensure a memorable dining experience.In conclusion, my visit to Din Tai Fung San Diego was a "soup-erb" encounter that left me thoroughly impressed and yearning for more. If you're seeking a culinary adventure filled with scrumptious dumplings, an inviting atmosphere, and top-notch service, this is a must-visit destination. Just be prepared for the inevitable food coma that follows!
Be the first to ReplyThe only great chain food! Get the cucumbers, green beans,
The only great chain food! Get the cucumbers, green beans, and dumplings! Be sure to make reservations in advance.
Be the first to ReplyVery much worth the hype! Service was amazing the whole
Very much worth the hype! Service was amazing the whole team at the restaurant greets as you walk to your table and staff is very friendly. The food was amazing and great portions for sharing! I enjoyed the cucumber salad and garlic string beans very much! We will definitely be back for more
Be the first to ReplyDelicately cooked and very tasty food all around.
* cucumber, A, very tasty and highly recommended * soup dumpling, B + could be better. Meat inside was not the best as my opinion. Not bad. * pork bun - pretty good. A- Could be better * fried rice (chicken) , A-. Pretty good. * chocolate dumpling, A+. Die for !
Be the first to Replywent there with my family, and we loved it!! you must try
went there with my family, and we loved it!! you must try their xiao long bao, the are to die for! and the wontons, yummm
Be the first to ReplyThere is great service, everyone is welcoming and kind.
The food is great and fresh. We will definitely be coming back.
Be the first to ReplyAfter all these years, still enjoy the food at this
After all these years, still enjoy the food at this location. For all you foodies, this is the best in San Diego for this style of food...BUT it doesn't come close to how amazing it is in Beijing or Taiwan. Just wanted to clarify. Even the vinegar is aged and delicious in Asia but for some weird reason it's not offered here in California. My all time fave is their spicy shrimp wonton. Sauce is so good that I usually order a side of noodles to mix in. Soup dumplings are a must! Pork is good but pork with shrimp is better. If you like fried rice, try it with a pork chop on top. Fried rice itself is a bit bland but the pork chop makes up for it. Hot & sour soup leaves something to be desired, as do their vegetables. I'd stick to what they're known for, more soup dumplings, rather than waste money on soup or vegetables. Kurobuta pork sticky rice wrap shouldn't be missed. I could actually forgo everything else and just eat two of these. Delicious and filling.
Be the first to ReplyDate: 5/22/2022Went to Din Tai Fung in San Diego,
Date: 5/22/2022Went to Din Tai Fung in San Diego, California for vacation on 5/22/2022 and was hit with a two-three hour wait time (reminder for myself to make a reservation a month in advance!) However, the long waits were mended with the service that we provided especially with our waiter, Kevin. Kevin was by far the friendliest waiter that I ever had in my dining experience and I can't thank him enough for giving him such a positive experience that I am writing this Yelp Review almost a year later! See the receipt to identify the Kevin I am referring to :))! Aside from the service, the stand-out foods were the Pork Xiao Long Bao, Chicken Wonton Spicy, and the Noodle with Spicy Sauce. If I could go back in time, I would definitely order the Noodle with Spicy Sauce again as it was so delicious that it overpowered the hype that I had for the Pork Xiao Long Bao. Would definitely go again (with a reservation!!) :)! For all the food dishes we ordered for reference or see receipt: - Cucumber Salad - Pork Xiao Long Bao- Shrimp & Pork Dumpling- Chicken Wonton Spicy - Shrimp Pork Pot Stickers- Noodle with Spicy Sauce - Shrimp and Pork ShaoMai 5pc - Chocolate Bun (2 pcs) - Noodles w/ Diced Bf Shank
Be the first to ReplySo yummy!! First time coming here, and the customer service
So yummy!! First time coming here, and the customer service was great - along with the amazing food. We filled up on pork xiao long bao too
Be the first to ReplyYum dum.
Food is amazing, service is amazing and ambiance feels like home !!!!!! MUST TRY GO TO DIN TAI FUNG, but there is a wait for a long time
Be the first to ReplyEvery single item we ordered was fantastic.
The green beans were unbelievable. It was awesome watching them prepare all the bao in the window! We ordered a lot of food, boba, and dessert. Everything was absolutely delicious.
Be the first to ReplyOn a rainy day, there is still a line to eat here.
We had a reservation at 11:30AM, so we got a table relatively quick.Food still the same as I visited 4 years ago except the pork XLB came out steaming warm. Hence the additional star from 4 years ago review. The service is still attentive as before. Price is still on the high end.This is a restaurant for special occasion not for everyday dining for me.
Be the first to ReplyMy favorite restaurant in the world.
Nothing beats their xiao long bao and green beans. Always a great experience and quick too!
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