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Dumpling Darlings (Circular Rd)
86 Circular Rd, Singapore 049438
Intimate venue spotlighting dumplings from various cuisines & serving noodle dishes, seafood & beer.
Opening Hours
STAMPEDE Score
Moderate confidenceScore: 85 / 100
Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago
Editor’s Note
Last updated 30 May 2026
Our take: Dumpling Darlings on Circular Road offers a consistent experience with its namesake dumplings and noodle dishes, despite some feeling the Amoy Street branch has slightly better consistency.
The ambiance is generally well-received, though the space can be intimate.
We note the Sichuan pork noodles, priced at $9+, are considered good value for the Boat Quay area, though some might wish for a stronger spice kick.
The Prawn and Crab dumplings are a highly recommended item, praised for their juicy filling.
For those seeking a unique option, the Smoked Duck Dumplings are highlighted as particularly flavourful and well-prepared, with a crispy bottom and soft interior.
Service is generally attentive, with staff refilling water and being easy to flag down.
We'd recommend making reservations, especially for weekend evenings, as walk-ins might be offered counter seats.
The lunch set is consistently mentioned as the best value, allowing diners to sample a variety of items.
A reliable everyday option, not a destination meal.
Signature
Smoked Duck Dumplings
Best time
Lunchtime for set menu
Wait time
Reservations recommended, especially on weekends
Price
$$ ($15-25/person)
Score: 85 · 5 sources
What customers say
Dumpling Darlings (Circular Rd) is highly regarded for its delicious and value-for-money dumplings, particularly the Prawn and Crab, and Smoked Duck varieties, with customers often recommending reservations due to its popularity.
While the noodles like Jajang Pork and Mushroom are generally well-received and considered good value, some find the Sichuan pork noodles could benefit from more spice options.
The service is consistently praised as attentive and friendly, contributing to a pleasant dining atmosphere despite the venue being described as intimate.
Google Reviews
I work near Boat Quay and have always walked past this restaurant for 3 years. This is my first attempt to try their food on one of the weekday nights. Sichuan pork noodles: for $9+ a bowl is conside…
I ordered the fried pierogi (dumplings with potato filling) and the jajang pork noodles. The pierogi tasted the same since the first time I've tried them here years ago. The sauce is still so good! I…
Literally haven’t been back in years!!! Happened to be looking for dinner in the area around 9pm and glad to see dumpling darlings still open! Ordered my favourite mushroom noodles 🍜 and they were as…
Visited Dumpling Darlings at Circular Road and had a pleasant experience. I’ve been to both outlets and personally feel the Amoy Street branch has slightly better consistency, but the service here was…
Reservations are recommended☝️ The drinks were really nice and refreshing, my favourite dish out of all the ones I’ve ordered are the smoked duck dumplings 🦆🥟, it was really flavourful and grilled…
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