How to Celebrate National Dumpling Day in Chinatown

National Dumpling Day 2026

National Dumpling Day falls this year on September 26th, and there’s only one way to celebrate it. Do we need to spell it out? 

For the highest concentration of dumplings in the city, look no further than Chinatown. Steamed, baked, or fried, the ESEA enclave is hot for those tasty parcels. They’re served and consumed in a variety of styles, from quick street food snacks to a sit down family feast of dim sum. No matter what kind of dumpling you’re after, it’s here. Time to get your fill; here are all the best dumplings and where to find them in Chinatown, London. 

Plum Valley 20 Gerrard St, London W1D 6JQ 

This chic Chinese restaurant puts an upscale twist on dim sum. Sample dishes include the prawn ravioli with XO sauce, scallop dumpling and their masterpiece: goose foie gras dumpling with pork. 

Best for: Har Gao 

Pochawa Grill 29 Wardour St, London W1D 6PS 

The buzzing Korean grill house is best known for its K-BBQ, but they also offer comfort specialities such as tteokbokki, KFC wings, and of course, dumplings. You’ll find perfect pan-fried Mandus stuffed with either chicken or vegetables. 

 Best for: Mandu 

Dumplings Legend 15-16 Gerrard St, London W1D 6JE 

As its name suggests, the dumplings here are legendary. Their speciality is the xiao long bau, a traditional Chinese soup dumpling. Place it on your spoon, poke with your chopstick, and slurp the broth before your first bite. 

Best for: Xiao Long Bao 

Bun House 26-27 Lisle Street, WC2H 7BA 

Though the viral sensation is best known for its oozing custard buns, Bun House steams up some equally delectable dim sum options, including Har Gao and Siu Mai. They even offer dumplings frozen so you can enjoy them at home. 

Best for: Siu Mai 

Misato 11 Wardour St, London W1D 6PG

Since it opened in the nineties, Misato has been serving Londoners authentic and affordable Japanese cuisine, spanning bento boxes and katsu curries. Don’t miss their seafood gyozas, deep fried with a light crisp. Wash it down with some sake. 

Best for: Gyoza