It was a sad day when Gourmet Dumpling House closed its doors, but luckily there is an exciting restaurant now in its old location. Nan Xiang Express is now open in Boston's Chinatown.
Nan Xiang Express is the fast-casual sister of Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao and focuses on takeout and delivery, but there is also seating on site. Also known for its soup dumplings, just like Gourmet Dumpling House was, Nan Xiang Express is certainly a place to get your fix. Beyond the Xiao Long Bao (soup dumplings), pan fried pork buns, siu mai, chive and pork dumplings, fried rice and much more fills the menu.
The restaurant has a fresh look, including a mural showcasing their dumpling mascot interacting with Chinatown landmarks. And with over 30 seats available, this location offers plenty of seating, while still being optimized for takeout and delivery. So, no matter if you want to pop in or have your dumplings sent straight to your door, this is a new convenient restaurant to add to your weekday rotation. Also, the pro tip is that they have some great ice teas on the menu as well, so add in something to wash everything down.
According to co-founder and owner, Eddie Zheng, "Boston's Chinatown, with its vibrancy and cultural heritage, serves as the perfect backdrop for Nan Xiang Express. This location allows us to pay homage to our traditional roots while reaching out to an exciting, new audience in the heart of the city." Zheng added, "This new location means more than just a geographic expansion; it's about weaving our culinary narrative into the everyday lives of the people here, from students seeking a taste of authentic Asian cuisine, families celebrating special moments, to regional tourists exploring Boston's rich cultural tapestry. With our dumpling-centric menu, we aim to become a cherished fixture in the diverse gastronomic landscape of Boston's Chinatown.”
Nan Xiang Express is located at 52 Beach Street, Boston, MA 02111 and is open from 11am to 10pm daily.