Yuanbao Jiaozi

1841 El Camino Real, Burlingame, CA 94010, United States
$$$ Chinese restaurant
(149 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

If you're searching for an authentic taste of Chinese cuisine in Burlingame, look no further than Yuanbao Jiaozi—a gem tucked away at 1841 El Camino Real. This bustling restaurant specializes in handcrafted dumplings and heartwarming noodle dishes that will entice your palate and warm your soul.

The moment you step inside, you'll be enveloped by an inviting atmosphere, alive with the chatter of satisfied diners and the rich aromas of freshly cooked dishes. It's a space that radiates community, often filled with local Chinese families—a true testament to its authenticity. Whether you choose to dine in or grab takeout, Yuanbao Jiaozi promises a delightful culinary experience.

Begin your gastronomic adventure with their tantalizing Sliced Beef and Ox Tripe in Chili Oil, where tender slices dance with the perfect balance of garlic and heat, enveloped in a robust sauce that leaves your taste buds tingling with joy. If you're a fan of dumplings—who isn't?—you must try the delightful Shiitake Mushroom & Sole Fish Dumplings, a refreshing take on the classic with a subtle filling that showcases the care taken in every handmade treat.

Should you find yourself longing for something more substantial, the House Special Beef Noodle Soup is a bowl of goodness that delivers on flavor. Rich broth, paired impeccably with tender beef and chewy noodles that absorb every essence of the savory soup, will make each delightful sip and slurp an experience to remember. As customer Raymond expresses, the soup bursts with flavor, making it one of their best dishes. Don't forget to complement your meal with a Chicken & Corn Dumpling in Chili Oil, bursting with juicy goodness that makes for a perfect contrast to the heat of the chili oil.

The drink menu is equally engaging, offering refreshing options like the Iced Roasted Oolong Milk Tea or the invigorating Iced Mango Black/Green Tea to cleanse your palate. Each beverage pairs beautifully with the savory dishes, rounding out your dining experience.

As you explore the menu, you might be swayed by the friendly staff and attentive service that has left diners raving—like Aimee Huang, who emphasizes the excellent service that complements the quick and satisfying meals. Whether you're a seasoned dumpling enthusiast or someone new to this culinary trend, Yuanbao Jiaozi promises a memorable visit full of flavors that will transport you straight to the heart of China.

So next time you find yourself in Burlingame, make sure to carve out a bit of your day for Yuanbao Jiaozi. With its welcoming atmosphere, delectable dumplings, and crowd-favorite dishes, it will surely become a highlight of your culinary adventures!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves comfort food
Serves small plates
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Good for groups
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Openings Hours
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Monday

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

149 Reviews
Rain He

17 Sep 2025

Sliced beef and tripe in chili oil is really good, the garlic and spicy taste is well balanced. The fish and mushroom boiled dumplings was subtle but nice, a nice surprise since it’s not a common filling offered in other dumpling spots. Spicy beef noodle soup can feel a little under seasoned (to me) but you can add more seasonings to it yourself. The noodles are bouncy and the beef slices are good quality. Minor nit picking, their chili oil on the table can taste a little TINY bit bitter at times. Overall a great place!

Raymond

16 Sep 2025

Got the house special beef noodle soup, beef xlb, chicken corn dumplings in chilli oil, and napa cabbage pork dumplings. The star of the show were the noodles. Beef was tender, soup had a lot of flavor and depth, and noodles were great be cause it absorbed the soup flavor. 9/10 The beef xlb super nice and flavorful. 8/10 The dumplings dough texture was bouncy and how they were wrapped were great. It wasn't the best filling I had in comparison to other spots but a good 7/10. Would come back again for primarily the beef noodle soup

Jae Jun

06 Sep 2025

We ordered the pig ear and the cucumber salad with chili oil sauce, and ordered boiled dumplings and some dumpling soup with seaweed. The dumpling dough is very fresh and plump, while the filling is well seasoned and juicy. This was my second visit and it’s always full of local Chinese families dining in, which is a vote of confidence for authenticity and taste. Overall, the food was simple, delicious, and comforting. The bill came out to $60 including tip, it’s a great place to visit if you are craving some dumplings with your friends/family.

Steph Wong

31 Aug 2025

This place caught my eye a while ago because of its location. I've had this on my to try list and I finally got to dine here. The wait may seem a little daunting, but their turnover rate is quick. We put our name down and waited probably 15-20 minutes for a table. You have the choice of ordering on the phone, or with the staff. We ended up ordering on the phone since we didn't see anyone come by our table. We order a few things just to get a variety. • Pig ear in chilli oil - a slight kick, but a nice crunch and flavor • Pickled cabbage beef soup - the meat was extremely tender, the noodles were nice and bouncy. My only gripe was the portion of cabbage was super tiny • Lamb Carrot Dumplings - not my favorite. The carrots were still a little crunchy, and I didn't think it went well with the lamb • Pork shrimp chive egg dumpling - probably my favorite dish of the meal. The filling was delicious • Napa cabbage pork potstickers - definitely not your typical potsticker. Seemed like they make one type of dumpling and either boil or pan fry. The taste was good, but was not what I was expecting. Overall a good meal. Service is quick and food comes out hot. Staff is friendly and helpful. If I come back, I'll definitely check out other items to try.

Aimee Huang

18 Aug 2025

Absolutely loved this dumpling place. The dumplings are freshly made, with perfectly thin wrappers and juicy, flavorful fillings. Whether steamed or in soup, each bite was delicious. The service was fast and friendly, making it a great spot for a quick and satisfying meal. Highly recommend for any dumpling lover!

Diego MT

29 Jul 2025

I found out about this gem because a coworker told me about it. I am so glad I came here after a work meeting for lunch. It was a delicious lunch. I got the spicy beef noodle soup with extra spice and beef and the beef,lamb and fish dumplings. It was out of this world. The service was friendly and super attentive highly recommend.

Rachel S.

26 Jun 2025

The restaurant is located inside a plaza and there are a lot of parking spaces. We arrived there right after 6:00pm, and there were a few people waiting inside. After I put my name on the waitlist, we were able to get our table very quickly. We ordered the Sliced Beef & Ox Tripe in Chili Oil, Cucumber Salad, Chicken & Corn Dumpling in Chili Oil, Napa Cabbage & Pork Potstickers, Pork Xiao Long Bao, and Iced Assam Milk Tea. They served the food pretty quickly and all the staff were friendly. Those dumplings were freshly made by the chef because you could see the back with an open kitchen and watch them making all the dumplings. Dumplings and Xiao Long Bao tasted pretty good except the sliced beef and ox tripe and the drink was just ok. Highly recommended for the dumplings and Xiao Long Bao :)

NN

30 May 2025

Dan-dan noodles were yummy (a bit too salty) with particularly strong numbing hot sauce. They were skimping on the bok choy.. we were given one piece cut in half lol AND it was overcooked/ mushy. We ordered a side of chive/ shrimp/ pork dumplings which were savory with visible chunks of shrimp meat. However, the chicken and corn dumplings were average. Next time we plan to try the soup dumplings! The staff seemed to be rushing around and was not as attentive as we liked.

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