What types of Chinese cuisine do you serve?

We serve a variety of traditional Chinese dishes, including Szechuan, Cantonese, and Hunan cuisine.

Do you offer vegetarian or gluten-free options?

Yes, we have a separate vegetarian and gluten-free menu available upon request.

Do you offer takeout or delivery services?

Yes, we offer takeout and delivery services through our website, phone, or third-party delivery apps.

Can I make a reservation for a large group or party?

Yes, please call us in advance to make arrangements for large groups or parties.

Reviews (732) 317-8396 Call Website Photos About

Ugly Dumpling

Is this your business?

4.1 (1117)

Chinese Restaurants Asian Restaurants

Call Direction Website Reviews

(732) 317-8396 Direction Website Reviews

About

Ugly Dumpling, the premier Chinese restaurant and Asian restaurant in Edison, NJ, invites you to experience the bold flavors and aromas of the Far East. Located at 561 US-1, Edison, NJ 08817, our restaurant is dedicated to serving authentic and delicious dishes that will transport your taste buds to the streets of China. From savory dumplings to spicy Szechuan noodles, our menu features a wide variety of traditional Chinese and Asian cuisine that will satisfy any appetite. Our chefs use only the freshest ingredients and time-honored cooking techniques to create dishes that are both flavorful and visually stunning. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner, Ugly Dumpling is the perfect destination. Our friendly staff and cozy atmosphere make us a favorite among locals and visitors alike. So why wait? Come visit us today and discover the rich flavors and traditions of Chinese and Asian cuisine!

Ugly Dumpling Review Summary

The summary was generated by AI, based on reviews.

Ugly Dumpling serves authentic Chinese cuisine with a modern twist, offering a wide variety of dumplings, noodles, and soups. The restaurant's cozy atmosphere and attentive service make it a great spot for a casual dinner or lunch.

Review Rating Chart

Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

OpenTable: 4.5/5

Zomato: 4.3/5

Initializing review summary...

Reviews & Ratings

Leave a Review

4.1

(1117 Reviews)

[bip_review_summary]

Leave a Review

Theresa Clark -Google user

a week ago

Great vegan/ vegetarian options! Flavorful. Quick, kind service-all food fresh and hot. Bubble tea delicious!! Soup dumplings and all soups wonderful. Highly suggest vegan wonton soup, pork chop, pork soup dumplings, and vegetable stir fry noodles.Will absolutely come again. All of our family has been...Read More

Lunch$50–100Atmosphere: 55-8 peopleBooth seatingHighly recommendPlenty of parkingChoose Flora as your waitress!

Rajneet Saini -Google user

4 months ago

All the food we had was absolutely delicious! Hands down recommend the soup dumplings. We tried both the chicken and the pork, shrimp, & spinach soup dumplings. We also tried the fried chicken dumplings, noodles with spicy sauce, and shrimp stir fry. Everything was so savory...Read More

Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Cucumber Salad

Trish -Google user

2 weeks ago

Had an amazing lunch, we had different types of dumplings, stir fry noodles and green tea spicy sauce noodles. Everything was delicious! Our waitress was Yumin, she was the sweetest, checked on us multiple times and made our dining a pleasant experience❤️

Lunch$30–50Atmosphere: 5Moderate noiseNo wait

A B -Google user

a month ago

Kevin was warm, welcoming, and highly professional. The service was quick, and the food was exceptionally fresh. The spicy noodles with peanut sauce were absolutely delicious, and the dumplings were perfectly made and bursting with flavor.

Atmosphere: 5

Christina Delia -Google user

a week ago

Just returned to Ugly Dumpling 🥟 Christopher and the rest of the staff are awesome. Thanks for a delicious meal! What a great dining experience! My first time here, and I really enjoyed it. Everything was so delicious, especially the signature dumplings and orange chicken. Loved...Read More

Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5

Rajesh Patel -Google user

2 months ago

The Ugly Dumpling is an incredible place. I had a fantastic lunch with my daughter there. The food was simply delicious, and they offer a wide variety of vegetarian options. We ordered scallion pancakes, spicy vegan wontons, and vegetable stir-fried noodles. The honey lemonade was...Read More

Dine inLunchAtmosphere: 5

Rushika Queeny -Google user

5 months ago

Our go to restaurant for dine in and take out, the food is immaculate, service is very fast, prices are reasonable, and great vibes for friends and family. Highly recommend the steamed pork BBQ buns and the chicken fried rice (gluten free!). Many gluten free...Read More

Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Braised Beef Noodle Soup, Pork Chop Fried Rice, Dim SumHighly recommendVegetarian menu or sectionGluten free optionsPlenty of parkingFree parking lotFree parking lot, plenty of space

B -Google user

5 months ago

Ugly Dumpling in Edison has truly set a new standard for Chinese cuisine in the area. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warmth and efficiency, setting the tone for a memorable dining experience. One of the standout aspects of our visit was...Read More

Dine inLunchAtmosphere: 5Cucumber Salad, Braised Beef Noodle Soup, Pork Chop Fried Rice

Kayla Schuler -Google user

2 weeks ago

ALI was AMAZING! This is my boyfriend and I’s second time here but it was our friends first and she was super informative and on top of everything! we will so come back and be requesting her!

Dinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Cucumber Salad, Scallion Pancake, String Beans with GarlicNo wait

Jenn G -Google user

2 weeks ago

Christopher was an awesome waiter and the dumplings were delicious - our favorites were the pork, shrimp & spinach soup dumplings and the spicy pork & shrimp wontons. Can't wait to come back for more!

Lunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Suitable for all group sizesIndoor dining area

Viddhu Go -Google user

a week ago

Absolutely loved the food and the options on the menu. I’m a vegetarian and I had tons of items to choose from We had the cucumber salad , broccoli with garlic, vegan dumpling soup, chicken fried rice for my hubby, mango pineapple buns. Everything came out,...Read More

Dinner$20–30Atmosphere: 52 peopleIndoor dining areaHighly recommendLarge vegetarian selection, Clearly labeled vegetarian dishesCucumber salad. Vegan dumpling soup. Broccoli with garlic.

Shubhendu Dey -Google user

3 months ago

Very happening place in the town. Specially weekends are very busy. We couldn’t get a seat for long wait time and thus order a take away. Interior is done with a great touch and warmth. You can feel a great vibe once inside. We got...Read More

Dinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Chicken Wings, Beef Noodle Soup, Chicken DumplingsNot sureSomewhat recommendClearly labeled vegetarian dishesPlenty of parkingFree parking lotPart of the Wick shopping Mall next to route 1Quite a kid friendly space.WC accessible

Kibirrah Webb -Google user

a week ago

This place was beyond my expectations. The decor was so cute! The food was amazing. We got dumplings, soy wings, shrimp fried rice, crab ragoon, plus more. Sooo delicious! we had the pleasure to be served by Jocelynn. She was very sweet and polite and...Read More

Atmosphere: 5

Sandy -Google user

a week ago

Carina has been our waitress twice and she always gives amazing customer service. She is kind and always checks up on us to see if we need anything. She goes above and beyond for us which my group appreciates. And the food is always great...Read More

Dinner$20–30

Bria A. -Google user

a week ago

This was my first time and I had a wonderful time! The staff were friendly, the food was great, and the atmosphere was amazing! Jocelynn, our server, made our experience incredible. It was cool to see the dumplings made fresh. I would highly recommend the...Read More

Dinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Suitable for all group sizesIndoor dining area, Booth seatingPlenty of parkingFree parking lot

Nikki Karas -Google user

5 days ago

This was our first time here and we will most definitely be back! The food was delicious and perfectly portioned, and Flora was the best server! Great dining experience all around.

Atmosphere: 5

Amanda Smith -Google user

2 months ago

It was my wife and my first time at Ugly Dumpling and our server, Jocelynn made our experience so awesome! She was knowledgeable with her suggestions of our food, explained the new cuisine very easily, and had a cheerful personality. As a former server myself,...Read More

Dine inAtmosphere: 5

hailey noble -Google user

4 months ago

Good eat! Amazing environment to chill and eat with friends or family. 10/10 would recommend. Jocelyn was my server and she was wonderful. Another great server was Bryan! Amazing character and recommended great choices.

Dine inAtmosphere: 5

shara ruiz -Google user

2 weeks ago

The food is amazing. I had a great experience thanks to our waitress, Carina. She was incredibly attentive without being overbearing—always checking in at just the right moments. She made sure our drinks stayed full and our food came out just the way we ordered....Read More

Atmosphere: 5

David Ortiz -Google user

2 weeks ago

I had a great experience at Ugly Dumpling! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm and welcoming. The vibe was friendly and relaxed, making it easy to settle in and enjoy the evening. Our server, Brian, was absolutely fantastic — super helpful and...Read More

Dinner$10–20Atmosphere: 55-8 people

Features

Service options

Curbside pickup

Delivery

Takeout

Dine-in

Popular for

Lunch

Dinner

Solo dining

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

Comfort food

Quick bite

Small plates

Dining options

Brunch

Lunch

Dinner

Dessert

Seating

Amenities

Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual

Trendy

Crowd

Groups

Tourists

Planning

Accepts reservations

Payments

Credit cards

Children

Good for kids

High chairs

Parking

Free parking lot

Parking

People Also Search

Chinese Restaurants Asian Restaurants

Ugly Dumpling

Contact

About