So you're cruisin' Chinatown looking to rock some dumps - chances are you're going to end up at Mother's Dumplings (or start there if you know what's up). This place is a got-dang institution and with good reason - it's got great dumplings. You don't have to take my word for it, look at how busy this place gets most nights!
For starters, do yourself a favour and get the fried green beans with ground meat on them. Salty and addictive, the fact that they're green might even trick you into thinking you're eating something healthy! As for the main event - the dumplings aka dumps - I always like to get an order of boiled and an order of fried. The crispness of the outside of a fried dumpling is a nice contrast from the soft, pillowy boiled sibling. You can also get steamed dumplings, if that's your thing.
Service here, even when busy, is typically fast. There are little call buttons on the tables so you can ensure someone will be by to pick up your order or bring your cheque in moments.
If you're in need of salty comfort food, Mother's Dumplings will always scratch that itch.