Ugly Dumpling

Exquisite Gluten-Free Dumplings Delight Diners

Nestled amidst Soho's bustling streets, The Ugly Dumpling beckons with its quirky charm and the promise of a dumpling extravaganza like no other. Ducking under the whimsical decor, you step into a cosy world that's a bit of playful art gallery, a bit of gastronomic fairground. With adorably illustrated coasters stealing their spot on every wall—and encouraging your inner artist—you're never too far from channeling your creativity while satisfying that persistent dumpling craving.

The menu here offers a refreshing dive into fusion with flavours that excuse culinary boundaries, although classic sticklers might yearn for the straightforward joy of a basic pork chive. Yes, the confection wonderfully surprises: cheeseburger dumplings? Yes, please! Yet, it's the agog testimonials about the apple pie dumpling's gooey decadence that seal the deal. Service swings between worlds of warmth and the occasional aloofness, but those clutching gluten-free aspirations shall find happiness served warm with imaginative options that charm both belly and heart. It's not all perfection; small tables and wallet-tugging prices may threaten curb enthusiasm—particularly if you're anchored by serious hunger pangs. But for an experience laden with inventive bites and spirited ambiance, this little spot still stands the test faced by even seasoned chin-strokers of dumpling devotion. — Milo Tastemaker