Mimi Garden
Newport Beach
dumplings
Mimi Garden is celebrated as a high-quality alternative to Din Tai Fung in Newport Beach, known for its handmade dumplings and buns. Reviewers particularly praise the pork soup dumplings, pan-fried pork buns, and sweet dumpling options like chocolate and taro xiaolongbao. While savory and sweet dumplings rival or exceed big chains, the cucumber salad reportedly falls flat.
Commenters share enthusiastic, positive feedback, with many locals claiming deep love and a desire to gatekeep the spot. Specific dish recommendations include trying the orange chicken alongside the popular dumpling items.
- Must-try savory items include the pork soup dumplings and pan-fried pork buns.
- Don't skip sweet dumpling options like the chocolate and taro xiaolongbao.
- Give the orange chicken a try based on local recommendations.
- Consider skipping the cucumber salad as it disappointed reviewers.
Summaries are created based on reviews, notes, and social media posts.
Monday11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 4:30 to 9 PM
Tuesday11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 4:30 to 9 PM
Wednesday11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 4:30 to 9 PM
Thursday11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 4:30 to 9 PM
Friday11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
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