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King Dumplings

Lower East Side, Manhattan, New York County · New York

74 Hester St, New York, NY 10002

Handmade Chinese dumplings, soups, and sesame pancakes in a snug counter-serve with a quirky wall mural.

Haven't been here myself — came recommended from someone I trust.

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