Din Tai Fung Guide of What to Order, Prices, Addresses, and How to Eat Xiao Long Bao
Din Tai Fung — sometimes searched as “Ding Tai Feng” — is one of the most famous Taiwanese restaurant brands in the world, best known for its handmade Xiao Long Bao, or soup dumplings.
For many U.S. customers, Din Tai Fung is the place where they first discover how elegant, precise, and comforting Taiwanese-style dumplings can be. The restaurant began in Taipei, Taiwan in 1958 as a cooking-oil shop founded by Bing-Yi Yang and Pen-Mei Lai. In 1972, the family began selling Xiao Long Bao, and the dumplings became so popular that Din Tai Fung eventually turned into the full restaurant brand it is today. Din Tai Fung now describes itself as a global brand with 165+ locations in 13 countries. (Din Tai Fung)
What is Din Tai Fung famous for?
Din Tai Fung is famous for Xiao Long Bao, also known as soup dumplings. Each dumpling is filled with meat and hot broth, then folded by hand. Din Tai Fung’s official menu describes its signature Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao as hand-folded with the brand’s “Golden Ratio of 18 folds,” and notes that the broth inside is very hot. (Din Tai Fung)
For first-time visitors in the U.S., the best way to think of Din Tai Fung is:
A polished Taiwanese dumpling restaurant where the must-order dish is Xiao Long Bao, but the full meal should also include spicy wontons, fried rice, garlic string beans, noodles, and dessert dumplings.
What to order at Din Tai Fung for the first time
1. Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao
This is the signature order. The dumplings are filled with Kurobuta pork and hot broth, served in a bamboo steamer. This is the dish most people come for.
2. Crab & Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao
A slightly richer version of the classic soup dumpling, with crab added to the pork filling. Great for seafood lovers.
3. Shrimp & Kurobuta Pork Spicy Wontons
One of the best non-XLB dishes on the menu. The wontons come in a spicy sauce with garlic and green onion.
4. Cucumber Salad
A refreshing starter with crisp cucumbers, mild Fresno chili, garlic, sesame oil, and DTF chili oil. It balances the heavier dumplings and fried rice.
5. String Beans with Garlic
Simple, but very good. Fresh string beans are tossed with minced garlic over high heat.
6. Pork Chop Fried Rice
A filling main dish with fried rice, egg, green onion, and a sliced fried pork chop on top.
7. Braised Beef Noodle Soup
A good choice if you want something warm and hearty beyond dumplings. The official menu describes it as house-made egg noodles in a mildly spicy, aromatic beef soup with bok choy.
8. Chocolate & Mochi Xiao Long Bao
A fun dessert dumpling with warm chocolate inside and mochi texture. Very popular for first-time visitors.
How to eat Xiao Long Bao
Do not bite directly into a soup dumpling right away. The broth inside is hot.
A good way to eat Xiao Long Bao:
- Place the dumpling on your soup spoon.
- Add a little ginger and vinegar if you like.
- Carefully poke or bite a small hole.
- Let the hot broth cool slightly.
- Sip the broth, then eat the dumpling.
Din Tai Fung U.S. sample prices
Prices vary by location, and delivery-platform prices may be higher than dine-in or pickup. These are sample U.S. prices from official ordering pages and recent menu listings.
| Menu Item | Sample U.S. Price |
|---|---|
| Cucumber Salad | about $8.50–$9.50 |
| Seaweed & Beancurd Salad | about $8.50–$9.50 |
| Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao, 10 pieces | about $16.50–$18.50 |
| Chicken Xiao Long Bao, 10 pieces | about $17 |
| Crab & Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao, 10 pieces | about $21–$22 |
| Truffle & Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao, 5 pieces | about $26.50 |
| Shrimp & Kurobuta Pork Spicy Wontons, 8 pieces | about $15–$17 |
| Chicken Spicy Wontons, 8 pieces | about $16 |
| String Beans with Garlic | about $16–$17 |
| Braised Beef Noodle Soup | about $20 |
| Pork Chop Fried Rice | about $20–$21 |
| Chocolate & Mochi Xiao Long Bao | about $13.50 |
For a first visit, two people can usually order one basket of Xiao Long Bao, one wonton dish, one vegetable, and one fried rice or noodle dish. A realistic budget is often around $60–$90 before tax and tip, depending on location, drinks, and how much you order.
Sample prices are based on Din Tai Fung official ordering pages for locations such as Santa Monica, Del Amo/Torrance, Anaheim, Manhattan, South Coast Plaza, Washington Square, and University Village, plus recent menu listings for Santa Monica and Downtown Disney. (Din Tai Fung)
Din Tai Fung U.S. locations and addresses
Arizona
| City | Location | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Scottsdale | Scottsdale Fashion Square | 7014 E Camelback Rd, Suite 608, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 |
Din Tai Fung’s official Scottsdale page lists the restaurant at Scottsdale Fashion Square, with takeout available and daily service. (Din Tai Fung)
California
| City | Location | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Anaheim | Downtown Disney District | 1547 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802 |
| Arcadia | The Shops at Santa Anita | 400 S Baldwin Ave #M5, Arcadia, CA 91007 |
| Brea | Brea Mall | 1401 Brea Mall Lane, Brea, CA 92821 |
| Costa Mesa | South Coast Plaza | 3333 Bristol St., Ste 2071, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 |
| Glendale | Glendale Galleria | 1164 Galleria Way, Glendale, CA 91210 |
| Irvine | Irvine Spectrum Center | 812 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92618 |
| Los Angeles | Westfield Century City | 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., #2400, Los Angeles, CA 90067 |
| San Diego | Westfield UTC | 4301 La Jolla Village Dr., #2000, San Diego, CA 92122 |
| Santa Clara | Westfield Valley Fair | 2855 Stevens Creek Blvd., #1259, Santa Clara, CA 95050 |
| Santa Monica | Santa Monica Place | 395 Santa Monica Place, Level 3, Santa Monica, CA 90401 |
| Torrance | Del Amo Fashion Center | 21540 Hawthorne Blvd., #519, Torrance, CA 90503 |
California addresses are listed on Din Tai Fung’s official location pages for Anaheim, Arcadia, Brea, Costa Mesa, Glendale, Irvine, Los Angeles, San Diego, Santa Clara, Santa Monica, and Torrance. (Din Tai Fung)
Nevada
| City | Location | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | ARIA Resort & Casino | 3730 S Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89158 |
The official Las Vegas page lists Din Tai Fung at ARIA Resort & Casino. (Din Tai Fung)
New York
| City | Location | Address |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | Midtown / Times Square | 1633 Broadway, New York, NY 10019 |
Din Tai Fung’s New York location is in Midtown at 1633 Broadway. It is the brand’s first East Coast location and opened as a major Times Square/Midtown dining destination. (Din Tai Fung)
Oregon
| City | Location | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Portland | Pioneer Place | 700 SW 5th Avenue, Suite 1040, Portland, OR 97204 |
| Tigard | Washington Square | 9724 SW Washington Square Rd., Tigard, OR 97223 |
The official Din Tai Fung location listings include Portland at Pioneer Place and Tigard at Washington Square. (Din Tai Fung)
Washington
| City | Location | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Bellevue | Lincoln Square | 10455 Northeast 8th Street, Bellevue, WA 98004 |
| Seattle | Pacific Place | 600 Pine St, #403, Seattle, WA 98101 |
| Seattle | University Village | 2621 NE 46th St., Seattle, WA 98105 |
| Tukwila | Westfield Southcenter | 181 Southcenter Mall, Tukwila, WA 98188 |
Washington addresses are listed on Din Tai Fung’s official location pages for Bellevue, Seattle Pacific Place, Seattle University Village, and Tukwila. (Din Tai Fung)
Is Din Tai Fung worth it?
For most first-time U.S. customers, yes — especially if you order the right dishes.
Din Tai Fung is not the cheapest dumpling restaurant, but the experience is consistent, clean, polished, and very beginner-friendly. It works well for family dinners, date nights, tourists, business meals, and group dining. The open dumpling kitchen also makes the experience feel special, especially for customers who have never seen Xiao Long Bao being folded by hand.
Best first-time Din Tai Fung order
For two people:
Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao
Shrimp & Kurobuta Pork Spicy Wontons
Cucumber Salad
String Beans with Garlic
Pork Chop Fried Rice
Chocolate & Mochi Xiao Long Bao
For four people:
Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao
Crab & Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao
Shrimp & Kurobuta Pork Spicy Wontons
Chicken Spicy Wontons
Cucumber Salad
String Beans with Garlic
Braised Beef Noodle Soup
Pork Chop Fried Rice
Chocolate & Mochi Xiao Long Bao
Tips before you go
Make a reservation early if your location accepts reservations. Popular locations such as New York, Los Angeles, Anaheim, Santa Monica, Las Vegas, and Bellevue can get very busy. Some locations offer online ordering, pickup, delivery, and waitlist options, but availability may vary by branch.
Also remember that Xiao Long Bao tastes best fresh at the restaurant. Takeout is convenient, but soup dumplings are at their best when eaten immediately after steaming.
Final thoughts
Din Tai Fung is one of the easiest ways for U.S. customers to experience Taiwanese food in a polished, accessible setting. Start with the Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao, add spicy wontons, garlic string beans, and fried rice, then finish with Chocolate & Mochi Xiao Long Bao.
It is more than just a dumpling restaurant. For many people in the U.S., Din Tai Fung is their first real introduction to Taiwanese Xiao Long Bao — and that first bite of hot broth inside a handmade dumpling is exactly why the restaurant has become so popular around the world.
Disclaimer
Prices, menu items, opening hours, waitlist rules, reservation availability, pickup, delivery options, and location details may vary by restaurant and may change at any time. Always check the official Din Tai Fung U.S. website, official ordering page, reservation platform, or the specific restaurant location before visiting.
