Trendy Dumpling

Trendy Dumpling is an inner-loop Houston eatery celebrated for its traditional Sichuan dishes, dumplings, and bao buns, often dubbed the 'Din Tai Fung of HTX.' Media posts highlight standout items like chewy hand-pulled bang bang noodles, spicy chicken cubes, and tender beef noodle soup at an accessible price point. Guests can also enjoy traditional soup dumplings alongside inventive treats like sweet chocolate dumplings.

Commenters are deeply divided, with many praising the flavorful dishes, generous portions, and items like chicken soup dumplings, mapo tofu, and flat beef noodles. However, significant criticism exists regarding food safety and hygiene, specifically citing reports of food poisoning and an alleged viral video of staff cutting hair in the kitchen. Others also expressed skepticism over high pricing and whether inner-loop Chinese spots match outer-loop authenticity.