The Gyoza Bar

Denizen’s definitive guide on where to find Auckland’s best dumplings

Juicy, moreish and impossible to resist — nothing beats a steaming plate of dumplings. These savoury parcels are always high on our dining hit list, tempting us with variations that range from cheap and cheerful to just a little bit fancy. Whether gyoza or har gao, traditional favourites or contemporary twists, these recommendations are sure to satisfy. Our only advice? Proceed with an appetite. Here, we present our guide on where to find Auckland’s best dumplings.

Best Dumplings in Town
Editors’ Picks

Ponsonby & Mission Bay
Azabu

Commercial Bay
Eden Noodles

Ponsonby
The Gyoza Bar

Best Dumplings in Town
The Best Of The Rest

Barilla Dumpling, Dominion Road & Milford

Dumpling Ace, Northcote

Wang Wang Pancake, Mount Eden

Flavour House, Dominion Road

Foo Du, Commercial Bay

Jolin Shanghai Restaurant, Dominion Road

Man Du Rang, Northcote

Maruten Ramen, Dominion Road

Mr. Zhou’s Dumplings, Mount Eden & New Lynn

Satay Noodle House, Papakura

The Rolling Pin, Wynyard Quarter

TianFu Noodles, Newmarket

Tianze Dumpling House, Sandringham

Xi’An Food Bar, Various Locations

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