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8 Dumpling joints in Adelaide you have to try

Here at Glam, we LOVE Dumplings. As classic go-to finger food for on-the-go or a staple meal, Dumplings are as versatile as they are delicious.

Here at Glam, we LOVE Dumplings. As classic go-to finger food for on-the-go or a staple meal, Dumplings are as versatile as they are delicious. Here’s our list of some of our favourite places to get Dumplings in Adelaide.

Lucky Dumpling & Noodle Bar

Say hello to Lucky Dumpling & Noodle, a new cosy Asian eatery nestled in North Adelaide. 

The restaurant offers up a Malaysian hawker-inspired menu, influenced by owner Mr. Khaw’s upbringing in South East Asia. Using influences from traditional Malaysian cuisine, the menu impresses with its range of easily sharable dishes and fair pricing – nothing is over $20. 

You can find Lucky Dumpling & Noodle Bar at 26 O’Connell St, North Adelaide SA 5006

Find out more here.

Dumplings R Us

One for the east end! Dumplings R Us is tucked away on the buzzing Rundle street and makes for the perfect drop in lunch when you’re on the go.

Expect everything delicious from dumplings to laksa, and everything in between!

Dumplings R Us is located at 187 Rundle St, Adelaide SA 5000.

Find them on Facebook.

Star Dumplings

Hidden away in the Adelaide Central Markets is Star Dumplings, one of our absolute favourite spots for lunch, dinner, or a little dumpling snack.

You can choose from both steamed and fried dumplings at very reasonable prices, in addition to special fried rice or noodle soups.

We’ll let you in on a little secret – they’re some of the best dumplings we’ve tried.

You can find Star Dumplings in the Market Plaza Food Court on Moonta St.

Find out more here.

Dumpling King

If you like dumplings, chances are you’re already well versed in the popular Dumpling King.

But on the rare chance, you haven’t been there, we urge you to drop everything and go.

Dumpling King promises dumpling soups, fried and steamed dumplings, and so much more.

Find Dumpling King at 85 Grote Street.

Check out their menu here.

Joe Dumpling

Joe Dumpling is currently based at Plant 4 Bowden, and is open for there for lunch Tuesdays to Sundays from 11am to 2:30 pm, and for dinner on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Joe Dumpling offers incredible noodle salads and boast both meat and vegan dumpling options to meet your needs.

Apart from the food, one of the best things about Joe Dumpling is the location in the gorgeous, communal Plant 4 Bowden.

Find Joe Dumpling at Plant 4 Bowden, 5 Third Street, Bowden.

Follow Joe Dumpling on Instagram.

Part Time Lover

While Part-Time Lover isn’t exactly a dumpling restaurant, the new menu features a delicious gluten-free dumpling dish we couldn’t not include.

Typically, those with a gluten intolerance often have to miss out on delicious dumplings but Part-Time Lover has combated that issue.

On the menu is a prawn and spring onion dumpling wrapped in crispy rice noodles, sesame mayo, and pickled ginger that is absolutely scrumptious.

Don’t just take our word for it, and visit Part-Time Lover at Pilgrim Lane.

Visit Part-Time Lover’s website here.

Mandoo

Last but certainly not least, is Mandoo! Serving up delicious dumplings at their Bank Street location this is not one to miss.

Find Mandoo at 3/26 Bank St, Adelaide SA 5000.

Like Mandoo on Facebook for more.

Oriental Dumpling King

Filled with cabbage and shrimp, doused in soy sauce, or fried to golden perfection – no matter how you like them, dumplings are always a crowd favourite. If you consider yourself a bit of a dumpling connoisseur, you must try Oriental Dumpling King – the newest dumpling dealer to open on Rundle Street.

Find Oriental Dumpling King on the corner of Rundle Street and Pulteney Street, next door to Hungry Jacks.

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