Mother's Dumplings in Toronto

421 Spadina Ave., Toronto, ON M5T 2G6, Canada

★★★★☆
(2999 reviews)
Categories: Chinese restaurant Asian restaurant Restaurant

About

Northern Chinese comfort food: Dumplings, Buns, noodles, soups, Entrees and side dishes

Website
mothersdumplings.com
Address
421 Spadina Ave., Toronto, ON M5T 2G6, Canada
Plus Code
MJ42+R6 Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Saturday
11:15 AM–10 PM
Sunday
11:15 AM–10 PM

Services

Service options
Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Highlights
Great tea selection
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet Wheelchair-accessible car park
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Small plates Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Catering Dessert Seating
Amenities
Gender-neutral toilets Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids High chairs
Parking
Paid street parking
Pets
Dogs allowed

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Reviews

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★★★★
November 26, 2024

Stumbled upon this restaurant and it was overall tasty. Next time I’ll take more of the steamed dumplings over the boiled. Quick Service and social atmosphere. Enjoyed the time and can’t wait to try different dishes in the future!

★★★★★
November 11, 2024

This place was recommended by some friends and I’m glad we checked them out! We arrived when they opened, we were a party of 9 and were seated quickly. We were served hot tea upon arrival and it was a great way to start our meal! We had a variety of food from dumplings steamed and fried , juicy pork buns, kimchi fried rice, springs rolls, beef and broccoli for entrees and seaweed salad, kimchi and the smashed cucumbers were great sides! Fast and friendly service! 10/10 check this place out if your visiting Toronto !

★★★★
October 24, 2024

This is the first restaurant on the Michelin guide where the food doesn’t get five stars. Now, don’t get me wrong, the food in my opinion is good, however it doesn’t completely outshine its competitors. I’ve gone to other Chinese spots where the food was marginally worse but significantly cheaper. If you want to just grab some tasty dumplings (as this is the restaurant’s specialty) and a few additional side dishes, go ahead it’ll be tasty and slightly more expensive. Just don’t come here expecting your mind to be blown. Still, it’s nice and I recommend at least trying.

★★★★
October 22, 2024

Stopped in for lunch when the conference I was attending ran out of food and I had to go find something elsewhere. Found out after the fact that it's mentioned on the Michelin Guide website. We ate light owing to our reservations at another Toronto restaurant later in the evening, so we kept it limited to Steamed Dumplings and the Sesame ball dessert.the Steamed dumplings were filled with pork and green onion. They were packed with flavor and prepared quite well. The service was okay. It was a little too warm and humid inside though.

★★★
October 12, 2024

Not really sure why this place is on the Michelin Guide. It’s a really popular, all the seats were taken and there was a line for it. The dumplings are handmade and made fresh. They tasted okay but they are not the best I’ve ever had. I feel like they were a bit lacking in flavor. The chilli oil provided was also underwhelming and didn’t add much to the experience. General Tso chicken was not an order I was proud of, it tasted too tangy and made me feel too bloated after. The staff were all friendly but they were also super busy with all the customers. Overall, there wasn’t a rememberable flavour about the dishes and I’m not sure if it is compelling enough to make me come back.

★★★★★
September 8, 2024

10/10 dumplings. Flavours universally good. Soup noodle also great, though I personally like a touch more chew to the noodles. The broth was exactly the nostalgia I was craving.

★★★★
September 8, 2024

Stumbled upon this one by luck, we only found out later that they have been around for a while. Very welcoming and attentive staff, this is the restaurant’s strong point. We ordered shrimp & pork dumplings and beef rolls. Of the two (2) options, the beef rolls were actually the stand out item. The dumplings are good, I mean, most dumplings resemble each other, but as others have pointed out, the walls are thick as a brick so we found them less refined than other places. Average on the dumplings. For management : you might want to clean your tables more often, ours was greasy and sticky, does not leave a good first impression (minor detail but still). Atmosphere is dated but I kinda of love the retro feel, feels authentically kitschy which is fun. Credit cards not accepted : only cash or debit. Overall, good value for money and above average service makes this a recommendable stop on Spadina. P.S.: if this review was helpful, please leave a quick 👍, thank you 🙏

★★★★
April 30, 2024

Really enjoyed the pork and chive dumplings. They were definitely flavourful . I absolutely loved the green onion pancake. It was crunchy and flaky on the outside, and soft on the inside ;however, the 5 spice marinated beef was not worth it. I wouldn't recommend getting that it you don't enjoy cold meat with little to no flavor. Overall, loved the service and will be back for the green onion pancake!

★★★★★
December 21, 2024

Awesome.

December 15, 2024

Do not order the hot and sour soup, just don t, if you do .. good luck mate :( substance made my stomach turn, happy holidays y all

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 1, 2024

Great experience, food and service

★★★★
Local Guide
December 1, 2024

Delicious dumplings and dimsum soup is definitely worth trying

December 1, 2024

worst restaurant I had ever in my life. Don t go there, it s not worth the money. The price is not beneath to food quality and food quantities. It s super overpriced. Don t go there. You ll thank me for saving your money

December 1, 2024

overall, the experience in this restaurant is the most terrible and lame. 1.the dumping ordered by a friend of mine is even raw outside. 2. thefood is highly overpriced, the quality and quantity do not deserve the price. The dumpling wrappers look very neat, exactly like the ones sold in the supermarket. I guess they were bought from the supermarket as frozen ones. And they sold for 12 dollars for one item. U can buy two big bags of dumplings at tnt. Overall, it is the worst option when comes to dumping, if u dont want to waste your money, dont go here

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 1, 2024

Yummy in my tummy! Even my picky toddler nephew loved the food so that tells you just how yummy the food is. Kid-friendliness: Seating was good for a toddler

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 1, 2024

My dad lived in Toronto for about 15 years and every time I flew out there to visit him, the one demand I made of him and my stepmother was that we go to Mothers Dumplings. Absolutely amazing food, a constant flow of tea and just a fun little place to sit and eat in. Any time I talk to someone who mentions they are going to Toronto I make them promise me that they will go to Mothers Dumplings. As far as I am concerned, this is the best restaurant in Toronto, possibly all of Canada. I cannot tell you how many times Ive looked at flights to Toronto with the intent to stay one night and just eat my fill of dumplings. I will never love another dumpling place like I love Mothers Dumplings.

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

An absolute must visit. Some of the best dumplings in the city.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

I heard about this on Trip Advisor, and what a good recommendation it was.

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

The food was amazing! Server Amanda helped me pick the best dishes and she was so kind and gave the best advice on where to go afterwards and places to visit in Toronto. As a traveller I appreciated her hospitality. Overall it was a great experience!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Id vote this place as THE BEST dumplings Ive had so far, yum yum

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Good food and reasonable price

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Mother s Dumplings in Toronto is a cozy spot known for its authentic, handmade dumplings that offer a taste of home-cooked Chinese comfort food. Their dumplings, whether boiled, steamed, or pan-fried, are packed with flavor and crafted with care, featuring fillings like pork and chive, beef, or veggie options. The dough is perfectly tender, and each bite bursts with juicy, savory goodness. Alongside friendly service and affordable prices, Mother s Dumplings is a must-visit for dumpling lovers looking for an unpretentious yet delightful dining experience in Toronto.

November 22, 2024

I had a dumpling meal, there were 6 big dumplings in total. When I was eating the last two, I found a two-inch long hair on the drawer. I called the landlady over, but the landlady was still unhappy. She told the waiter with a straight face that the table was free of charge. . Just admit your mistake and it will be over. How many dumplings should I pay you? How about I tell the health inspector?

★★
November 22, 2024

I ordered takeout and was waiting in the waiting area near the entrance with the chairs. It was taking really long but I assumed the restaurant was just really busy. Nobody told me that my order was ready, and instead, they put it on a little table. I was not told to pick it up from the table, so I had no idea. I was waiting there for 10 more minutes and none of the waiters cared to let me know my order was ready.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

A blast from the past. Good food, service, and thankfully not a chain restaurant.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Great food and great service. We had spring rolls to start, followed by the pork and chive dumplings which were full of flavour. Our main included shrimp fried rice and a chicken dish which I can t remember the name of but everything was delicious. Will definitely be back

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

The soup dumplings are so yummy!

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Excellent ravioli, very kind service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

the best kimchi!!

★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

First the positives - this restaurant was quite clean for Chinese restaurant standards. The plates and utensils were clean, the floors not super grimy, and the bathroom was in decent condition. Service was also very good for Chinese restaurant standards. Staff were responsive and did not give any attitude, even though they were clearly very busy. Huge thumbs up for that. The food unfortunately was not quite up to standard. We ordered dumplings, a beef roll, and a noodle dish - all classic dishes. All three were mediocre. The flavours and textures were just not there.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

The food is always spectacular. The dumplings are really worth their reputation and are INCREDIBLE

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Service was quick and Ive always loved the dumplings here.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Classic Dumplings made by hand. Fresh and lovely. Would eat here all the time!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Best dumplings I ve ever had!

October 22, 2024

Really disappointed with the food and service here. The pan-fried dumplings were terrible nothing like what they should be, and some were even undercooked. The steamed dumplings were hard, and the dough tasted like it had been sitting out for too long. The only decent thing was the boiled ones, and even those were just meh. Honestly, this place feels like it s serving low-quality food meant for ppl who have never had proper Chinese food. Any dumpling spot in Markham would be wayy better than this.

October 22, 2024

A pure foreigner s product. None of the meat fillings are seasoned to the right point. Chinese people must not come to dine here. What s even more disgusting is that the store also has a homemade plaque authorized by Michelin for 2022 and 2023.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Very good address, we had a great time! Very good value for money because the dishes are very generous. Very friendly service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Food was impeccable. Server was very patient and attentive.

October 22, 2024

My recent dining experience was completely unacceptable. After ordering fried rice, chicken, and dumplings, we received the chicken tso first and were made to wait an additional 30 minutes for the rice. Upon inquiring about the delay, the staff offered an inadequate explanation, stating that they only had one stove available that day. A reputable establishment like this should be more attentive to customer service and avoid providing unsatisfactory excuses for subpar service!

★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

very good food and service. thank you

October 22, 2024

would give 0 if I could terrible service no vinigar Food : 1/5

★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

went to try this place out since its on the michelin guide and i was pretty disappointed :/ my bf and i had to try some dumplings since its in the name, so we ordered the pork and dill boiled dumplings as the guide recommended. while it wasnt bad, i thought both the dumpling wrapper and filling were nothing special. the bbq pork buns also didnt really impress me and you could find the same from any dim sum place. for me the best part of the meal was the jasmine tea

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Had a great time at Mother Dumplings. The food was awesome !

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

I ll definitely be back.

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Very tasty and good prices with good service

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Reported by the Michelin guide, various online sites and locals, I couldnt help but try the famous mothers ravioli... and my expectations were rewarded. All homemade (you can watch the chefs making the ravioli) with fresh, natural and excellent quality ingredients. Delicious spring rolls, spaghetti with prawns and vegetables equally but the best were the meat and vegetarian ravioli. Tap water (2l) for free. If you want they also sell them frozen to take home. Cash payments (US or CA dollars) are accepted. Very kind and friendly staff.

★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Used to love coming here whenever I missed the taste of home cooked dumplings and bao zi, but unfortunately they taste different now. Servers were all extremely nice though

★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

I was surprised how bad it taste from those current visit. The crust of the chives pancake was very hard and oily. The worse was the steam pork and cabbage dumplings. The dough was so dry that it crack upon picking it up. The face was so hard that theres no chewyness texture. The filling inside looks so blended that I cant see anything between meat and vegetables. I can get better dumplings off any supermarket! I took my 5yo son there as this was the spot for decent dumplings when I was a university student. It was so much better back in the days....I really hope this was just an outlier. **correction - it was steam pork and radish dumplings we ordered.

★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Chinese restaurant mentioned by Michelin. lets be frank, the authenticity is absolute, we lived in China for 4 years and here clearly.... it feels like were in China. The food is honestly good without being great and the price is above average. The service is very Chinese. Go there for lunch, you wont be disappointed

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Love the dumplings there

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Reasonable price with authentic food. Amanda who served us, very nice & wonderful host. Try variety of dumplings, soup and spring rolls. Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

They are famous for reason. Very kind and helpful workers to guide you through their menu and their unique ordering method. A simple vegetarian dumpling and spicy peanut was our order also bao, it was so filling and satisfactory. I love their chilli oil. A nice place to sit down with friends or family on a sunny afternoon or rainy evening and relax with good food.

★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Great noodles and dumplings, wish they provided more chili oil though. It wasn t on the table so we had to ask for it and it came in a very tiny plastic container.

★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

This is not a dim sum restaurant, and doesnt pretend to be. As I read in previous reviews, the skins are too thin, though in fairness not as thick as I expected. I could have handled thick skins if the fillings were properly seasoned but alas they were bland and needed lots of vinegar and chili oil. I dropped my napkin on the floor and as I reached for it a wait staff walked by, took it away and promised to return with a fresh napkin. Alas he did not and I lived in fear of soy sauce stains. Good luck getting water or a second pot of tea. Although it was Saturday night the place was dead - and this was during the Toronto Film Festival. Save your money....

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Vegetarian options: Ample choice Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Excellent.

★★★★
September 22, 2024

I had this on my list because of the bib gourmand recommendation. It was pretty good! The prices are more than I was expecting tbh. The pork and chive dumplings were the standout. The green onion pancake was very underwhelming and bland. It just tasted like fried flour. We had the dumpling soup (without actual dumplings) and that it was such a surprise how great it was! It s only $4 too.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Tasty Chinese food

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

I would describe it as a must-see in the city, you have to add it to your itinerary, recommended

September 22, 2024

Staff over rude especially the female. Sat there for 10 minutes, no water no tea. Missing wonton order for 25minutes. Small portion for price. Will not return Food : 2/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

The food here is top-notch, but don t expect a five-star ambiance it s more like cozy and simple. Definitely try the soups! They re delicious and might surprise anyone used to European flavors (in a good way, of course!). As for the dumplings, the selection is huge, and most of them are worth every bite.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Decent location for juicy dumplings.

★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Great dumplings. The pan fried ones are our favorite. The soup dumpling (Xiao long bao) is on the average side. Boiled dumplings are also good. Didnt have the opportunity to order non dumplings items - we were stuffed and the kitchen was closed by then.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Food is delicious, I preferred the steamed dumplings over the steamed buns, but everything was good. We are definitely coming back to try more dishes.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

They were so nice and kind. The customer service was amazing. And the food was also the best. I love this place and there is no doubt that it is amazing. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

This place has been here forever and the reason is the food is great. The servers are helpful and its easy to have a conversation while eating dumplings

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Very good. Lots of options. You get alot of food for a good price. Staffs are nice

★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

The dumplings and Xiao Long Bao are both frozen before. Even my grandmother could tell it when she ate with her denture.

★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Dumplings are mid. They are expensive and don t taste very authentic. We were recommended here by friends because we mostly drive to markham for dumplings on the weekends but we were very disappointed. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Dumplings and dumplings very authentic, very happy again.

★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Best dumpling place. The service is really good. As soon as you are on the table you are served with hot hibiscus tea which will make you more hungry.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Food is great and the staff are very polite!Great service, the washrooms are also clean so thats a plus

★★
August 22, 2024

On the menu, Mothers Dumplings claimed to be best Chinese restaurant. This is tall order in a city diverse and mosaic as Toronto. One would expect to receive great service, testing food and positive atmosphere. My experience showed otherwise. While the food werent completely bad, the servers were borderline rude, waiting time was extremely long and serving quantities were awfully small. It is one of few places that I did not feel comfortable leaving a tip. It is definitely a place that I would not visit again nor would I recommend.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

A must when visiting Toronto. The dumplings are extremely fresh and delicious. The best Ive ever had.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Delish pork buns, my favorite.

★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

For me, food is the most important things.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Top

★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

A Toronto staple. You do not come here for the ambience (though the restaurant is kind of a vibe) but you definitely come here for the delicious dumplings and fried chicken.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Best dinner!

★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

I know that this place is an institution and has a history. The decor is charming, reminiscent of old Chinese restaurants. The staff are lovely and helpful. However, the food isnt traditional and seems tailored to a Canadian palate rather than a Chinese one. Its not my preference.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

The food was really nice. One of the best dumplings I have had.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Beautifully made with love

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Best dumpling place in Toronto. The service is excellent and the real strength of this place.

★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Off day maybe? Everything was bland. Dumplings were barely seared. Steamed rice was clumpy and hard. Pancake was doughy. Green beans were oily.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Its on the Michelin guide and it was definitely WORTH IT! We were 6 people and it was around $180 before tip. We got Kimchi, smashed cucumber salad, steamed dumplings, boiled dumplings, fried long beans and spring rolls, 3beers and 3 drinks. We got 2-3 of each so it was alot of food and 1000% worth every $$! Forgot to take pics but the table was full

★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Ate here at 2:30pm on a Tuesday, the place was more than half full, a good indication of its popularity. The food is authentic, well prepared, and delicious. Will definitely return.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Juicy dumplings are a must.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Worth a stop; high quality steamed dumplings, but can be a long wait if the place is busy

★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

The food was very good. The room, on the other hand, is noisy. The service was fast and correct. Lots of choice for all tastes, at an affordable price considering the quality

★★★★
July 22, 2024

The fried rice was perfect. We got steamed buns and they were plain for my liking but still good. Great service & food.

★★★
July 22, 2024

The food is on the bland side. The chili oil had basically no flavour or heat. Soup dumplings had almost no juice. Steamed pork buns were pretty good. Staff is friendly.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Toronto Dim Sum staple restaurant. Buttery fresh steamed beef and celery dumplings are excellent. Second visit not as good at first. It was so so.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

This place was recommended in a Toronto guide book and I m glad I went because it was really worth it. Not only the food was good and at a reasonable price, the staff was also super nice and welcoming, which always make a big difference. Highly recommended!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

My favourite dumplings in the city. Love everything here

★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Soup dumplings and pan seared dumplings are my fav here. Good spot if you want a quick bite.

★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

I visited this popular Michelin star restaurant for their dumplings. They give complimentary jasmine tea which I didn t like much. I ordered 6-pieces of steamed dumplings : 1. B3 (Shrimp, Eggs and Chives) 2. B4 (Pork and Chives) 3. B8 (Bak Choi, Mushroom and Tofu) => My favourite and it s vegetarian 4. D3 (Green onion pancake) => Okayish I will come again for B8. The dumplings were super hot and quite delicious. Make sure to dip the dumplings with the mixture of vinegar and soy sauce. They do accept the debit card. Service staff is super friendly. Vegetarian options: B8. Bok Choi, Mushrooms and Tofu steamed dumplings

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Great food and convenient to drop by for lunch.

★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

They accept debit which is why we ate here.. saw that they have many awards but was honestly underwhelmed, the dumplings were okay but not remarkable. For 2 people we spent $70, price range around $12-15 per order

★★★★
June 22, 2024

Food wasint on par with my taste

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Delicious food! Got the pork and bak choi pan fried dumplings as well as the chicken and mushroom boiled dumplings, so juicy! Recommend the bean sprout salad as well

Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Dumpling was ok but too expensive (over priced). The service was not good at all, the lady was somewhat rude saying. The response of we are very busy is not acceptable. If that was the case then hire more server, it is not the customer s fault. Definitely NOT recommended, there are many good Chinese food/dumpling restaurants in Toronto with reasonable prices.

Local Guide
June 22, 2024

A place to deceive stupid foreigners. The dumpling wrappers are thicker than the walls of the Great Wall. The skin is filled with oil and a tasteless filling. I can t even make shredded kelp salad, it smells like detergent.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Authentic cuisine, generous portions, very courteous service. Great!

Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Everything we had was bad. The saltiest general tsao chicken Ive ever had and the chicken was so dry inside, and had a distasteful texture. The noodles had no flavour whatsoever. If youve never tried Chinese food it may be a good place for you to try but if youre looking for delicious Chinese food that is not catered towards Western demographic (as we were the only POC sitting inside the restaurant) dont come here. Disclaimer: I m Chinese and I ve been eating Chinese food all my life. This was a disgrace to my Chinese food and culture. I m sure the food tasted good in the past as shown in the Google and Yelp photos taken many years ago, but my friends and I who came here recently can attest that our recent visit left us with a sour taste.

★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Good food, but will you clean the sauce and vinegar dispenser sets at least once a year please!

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Excellent dumplings. Great lunch

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Been coming to this place since before their renovation. Delicious and they can seat large groups

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Paul and thse dumplings are off the chain! Truely worth their Michelin Star! What a wonderful experience. Thanks Paul!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

The young man who greeted us at the door on Saturday the 29th was just amazing.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

It s great! The service is quick and thoughtful, and the food is delicious and filling. 3rd visit, somehow it gets better Vegetarian options: Get the chive and glass noodle one!

★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

You craving dumplings. Good place to go in China town in Toronto. Good selection on menu of boiled and steamed. Only a few fried. Vegetarian options. Other items on menu as well. Quick. Hot food. Good service. Would recommend. Love the bbq pork buns. Vegetarian options: Few dumplings and main dishes. Enough options to keep most people happy

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Best restaurant in the area, I recommend it!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Very good place to eat on the go and not too expensive for Toronto (three dishes for $48 taxes and tips included). The dumplings are delicious and the service pleasant.

★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

We got to Mother s Dumplings on a Tuesday right when they opened and were seated right away. Even though we were the first to order the food came out a little slower than I expected. It looked like there were only two people helping out. That said the staff was friendly and did their best waiting in the tables as more people arrived. When we left about an hour later all the tables were occupied and there were a few groups waiting to be seated. We wanted to get a a few things that were different and ended up getting the Potato Salad, Boiled Pork and Chives Dumplings, Lamb Shiu Mai, and the Beef Onion Roll. We really enjoyed the Beef Onion Roll and the wrap was crispy and packed a lot of flavor. We also liked the Potato Salad, which was really different than the other julienne potatoes you would find at other Chinese restaurants. Instead of a vinegar base they used Kimchi Juice. The Lamb Shui Mai was interesting, but I prefer the original with pork filling. The lamb tasted good, but there wasn t the explosion of flavors that you would get with the pork variety. Lastly, we wanted to like the dumplings more, but we thought that they were similar to other dumplings that you can find in the area. That s not to say they were bad, but with the Michelin label we expected more. Overall, we had a really enjoyable experience and we will definitely come back for other things we didn t get to try.

★★★★
May 22, 2024

its quite a quite ok Chinese restaurant (or more precisely, Cantoness) - not great in Toronto where there are so many better ones. The building is failing, a big and common problem for the Toronto Chinatown.

★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

A great place to order for the table, good dumplings but a little overpriced. The service is incredible, all servers are really friendly and responsive.

★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Being a vegetarian, I didnt find this place exceptional, but overall good food and excellent service.

May 22, 2024

Went back a second time, about 18 months apart, and both times our food was undercooked / frozen in the middle. Each time the service was awful and they were rude / slow. There are so many amazing restaurants in the area, go anywhere else.

★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Absolutely delicious dumplings but service is subpar. I understand they are very busy but we asked for new plates, literally finished all of our food and still never got the plates.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Everything about this place was fantastic. The hype is real and I can highly recommend it

★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Portion is TINY

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Really kind service, delicious food :D

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

This place is amazing, Jenny was so nice and I am so full.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Fantastic food and atmosphere. Service was very attentive! We came here on a recommendation from a friend and we were not disappointed! Keep it up!

April 22, 2024

Stale food junk shop

April 22, 2024

The plates were greasy, food was greasy and pricey for what it s worth

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Delicious restaurant that feels very authentic! Ordered the bok choi, spring rolls, juicy pork dumplings (steamed) and chicken and mushroom dumplings (pan fried) and beers Everything was delicious, so flavorful I highly recommend the dumpling and the bok choi

Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Waited nearly two hours to get all of the food and it was just okay. They gave us a wee plate of kimchi and seaweed salad as an apology for whatever happened though.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

The best dumplings. I have been coming here for at least 15 years, can t believe I never reviewed it! Delicious dumplings, fast and friendly service. My go to is the green onion pancake and chive noodle dumplings. Friends and family who moved out of town always have this on their to do list when they visit.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Mothers Dumplings on Spadina is a culinary gem in Torontos Chinatown. Specializing in traditional handmade dumplings, each bite bursts with authentic flavors and textures. The menu offers a wide selection of dumpling varieties, including vegetarian and vegan options, ensuring something for every palate. The cozy atmosphere and friendly service enhance the dining experience, making it a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Whether dining in or taking out, Mothers Dumplings promises a taste of homemade comfort and satisfaction.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Yukiko was the best server who had a lot of patients. And was a good worker to meet. She is always happy and open to served you all the time. Thank you Yukiko for making our day go on. Wheelchair accessibility: Yes its all wheelchair accessible with big open area with a lot of leg room.

★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Food was too expensive but the servers were really nice!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Great dumplings. I really enjoyed the flavours and atmosphere. Will be back for more.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

I love this place and always will.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Stopped by to eat accidentally, it was delicious.

★★★
April 22, 2024

The food was really mediocre at best. No flavor, no a hint of spice. I was excited for dumplings but it may be my worst chinese experience to date. Clean, good service and I have no complaints around anything other than the watered down flavor of the Food.. makes me skeptical of the other 5 star reviews.

★★
April 22, 2024

Food was average, definitely cannot live up to their claim of Michelin recommended restaurant. Dumpling, scallion pancake and beef rolls were disappointing. Seafood noodle soup was tasteless as I suspect they used water instead of a broth soup base. Atmosphere was fine. The tip of Sriracha chili bottle was not cleaned and I had to wipe the dried chilli stain off. The vinegar bottle was leaking and created a mess on the table and we had to ask to replace another bottle. Overall it was not great.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

A quick stop in for lunch downtown was met with delicious food. Greeted and seated and quick fashion, or order was placed quickly and we were offered support if we had any questions. Plenty of tasty options on the menu and we only scratched the surface of the delicious flavours. Enjoyed buns, steamed dumplings, and fried. All were full of flavour and you could taste the freshness. If you ventured to the back of the restaurant you could also check out the care that is put into the hand making of the dumplings. Definitely hoping an opportunity to visit again presents itself in the near future as theres plenty of more were hoping to try. Vegetarian options: A number of options were available without meat per request. Kid-friendliness: Had alternative cutlery (colorful plastic cups and bowls) available for our littles.

★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Its alright. Soup filled dumplings were yummy. Youre paying extra because they got featured on Michelin Guide.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Low key spot for surprisingly yummy dumplings. Must try once!! Will be back Food : 5/5

★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Service was good. Food was average.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Incredible combination of tasty, high-quality and well-priced food. Boiled, steamed and pan fried dumplings all blew my mind. The dessert buns were delicious and super fun to explore. I wouldn t think twice to come here again.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Excellent service, the food is delicious and the prices are fair. Also, the washrooms are super clean.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Good and fast services, delicious dumplings

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Excellent Delicious Dumplings Vegetarian options: many

★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Overall it was a good experience. The staff were friendly and we sat in an area where we could see the chefs make the dumplings. The dumplings were on the blander side and so I used a lot of vinegar/soy sauce to accommodate. This could be a good thing for those who are watching their sodium intake. The only thing that stood out a little was the soup dumplings, but other than that it was good dumplings but nothing to rave about.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

My wife and I have been going to Mother s Dumplings for the last 17 years, when they were a small place on Huron St. The food tastes just as good as it did then. We are vegetarians and our favorites here are B2 (Melon, Tofu, noodles), B8 (Bakchoi, mushroom, Tofu), D2 (Green onion pancake) and F2 (Da-Lu noodle soup - vegetarian). It s our definition of comfort food. Our 11 year daughter absolutely loves it too. A place we love to go and eat together as a family.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Best authentic dumplings weve ever had! You have to try!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Delicious dumplings

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Thank you PAUL for your warm and genuine service. tso chicken he recommended was very delicious and we loved fried beef dumplings.

★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Food was excellent here, I enjoyed basically every dish we ordered, particularly the shrimp and vegetable dumplings. Flagging down the waitress was a bit difficult at times, though maybe because it was busy when I went. Otherwise great! Vegetarian options: Has some vegan options.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Maybe the best dumplings in Toronto. Located in Spadina, this is a real establishment. We came on a Saturday evening with no reservations, so we had to wait a long time for a table and after ordering for the food as well. But the wait was worth it! Starting with a complimentary tea, the wonton soup was great, the buns were amazing, and the steamed and fried dumplings were excellent. Pancake was also nice. Would skip on the noodles. Fortune cookies on the end were a nice closer. Bare in mind that it is not as cheap as the small dumplings places in the area. Vegetarian options: Many vegetarian options

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

BEST homemade dumplings EVER!!!! Excellent staff!!! Must try the hot n sour soup..... sooooooooo GOOD!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

An entirely amazing experience. The host was very nice and helpful, the atmosphere was comfortable and most importantly: the food was very, very good. You can see how they form fresh dumplings in the back of the restaurant. The order system is very well thought- out and worked without fail. Thank you! Vegetarian options: Many vegetarian options. Ask - some things that usually contain meet can be made without

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Great food for a great price. Staff is efficient and friendly. Would come back.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

The dumplings are really delicious, they are homemade and we really like the baos which are extremely tender.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Is a good dumpling restaurant. Earned Michelin star for 2002 & 2003.

★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Stopped in for a quick lunch. The steamed dumplings were good, and the onion pancake was as well. Nothing was particularly outstanding, but a decent, solid lunch. Service was very good and friendly.

★★★★
March 22, 2024

Taste fine, but its not as good as imagined. The dumpling skin is a little bit too soft and may break easily.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

We liked this place. We stopped for a quick lunch and we were not disappointed! The service was super fast. The dumplings ordered were all delicious. The quality/price ratio is unbeatable

★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Great place for authentic Chinese dumplings. Highly recommend the boiled pork and chives dumplings, as well as the boiled shrimp, pork, egg, and chives dumplings. Tasty and affordable. 12 pieces per person was a filling meal. We were walk-ins on a Sunday afternoon and there was no wait. Theres lots of seating. Payment by debit card or cash only.

★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Follow @bredgyeats for more food photos! A popular spot to grab a taste of dumplings and Chinese far alike, theyve developed a formula that works. The general Tsos chicken was even ordered twice. General Tsos Chicken - Batter quickly got soggy but had a initial crisp, and wasnt too thick either. The chicken inside was well cooked and moist, but the sauce was overly vinegary and threw off the balance. Pork and Chives Steamed Dumplings - Wrapping was thin and inside was juicy and full of flavour. Pork, Shrimp and melon pan fried dumplings - The shrimp was bouncy and pork was juicy, with a pleasant crisp and slight oil fragrance

★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Delicious food, nice enviorement, good prices.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Their food is yummy, marvelous