Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao, the well-known soup dumpling restaurant from Flushing, New York, is bringing its award-winning flavors to the Mall of Georgia. Recognized for authentic Shanghainese cuisine, Nan Xiang has been a favorite destination for dumpling fans since opening in 2006.
Nan Xiang first opened in Flushing, NY, and quickly attracted attention for its skillfully prepared dumplings. The restaurant has been highlighted in the Michelin Guide for nine consecutive years, praised for consistent quality and flavor. This recognition has helped solidify Nan Xiang’s reputation as one of the most authentic Shanghainese dining experiences in the United States.
Soup dumplings, also known as Xiao Long Bao, are a unique dish from the Jiangnan region of China. Each dumpling is filled with a flavorful broth and tender meat, wrapped inside a thin layer of dough. The soup is created when gelatinized broth melts during steaming, producing a hot burst of flavor with every bite. Guests are encouraged to carefully lift the dumpling with chopsticks, place it in a spoon, and take a small bite to release the steam before enjoying the full experience.
How to Eat a Soup Dumpling
Eating a soup dumpling is both delicious and a little bit of an art. Here are the simple steps:
- Pick it up gently with chopsticks and place it into your soup spoon.
- Nibble a small hole near the top of the dumpling.
- Sip the hot broth carefully from the spoon.
- Add a touch of vinegar or ginger if you like.
- Eat the dumpling once it cools slightly.
Nan Xiang’s most popular dish is its namesake Xiao Long Bao, but the restaurant also features scallion pancakes, bowls of spring noodles, and several steamed dumpling varieties. Each item is designed to highlight authentic Shanghainese flavors. Guests who have visited the Flushing location often say it is a place where one order of dumplings quickly turns into two.
The Mall of Georgia opening reflects Nan Xiang’s continued growth into new regions. For Atlanta and Cobb County-area diners, this means Michelin-recommended soup dumplings are now within easy reach. The new restaurant will add a strong option for those seeking authentic Chinese flavors at one of the region’s busiest shopping and dining destinations.
Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao is set to become a highlight of the Mall of Georgia food scene. For dumpling lovers in Georgia, the wait is almost over.
Address:
Mall of Georgia
3333 Buford Dr
Buford, GA 30519
