Crisp Pan-Fried Dumplings at a Lower East Side Counter
Order a tray of northern dumplings and a bowl of brothy soup at a compact counter near the Chinatown edge.
🥟 Dumplings by the Tray
North Dumpling fills a narrow storefront on Essex Street, marked by a red awning that reads homemade dumpling. The kitchen turns out potstickers with lacquered, browned bottoms, steamed parcels stacked in a metal bowl, and a red bowl of dumpling soup floated with greens. Chili oil and Sriracha sit within reach on the counter for tuning each bite to your own heat. Regulars keep the trays moving, and nearly 1,000 diners have rated it 4.6, a strong mark for a counter this small. Seating is minimal, and most orders leave in a paper tray for the walk through the Lower East Side. It sits right where the neighborhood meets Chinatown, an easy stop after a gallery afternoon or before a late drink next door at Clockwork.
