Zen Dumplings (Jacksonville), 9802 Baymeadows Road
9802 Baymeadows Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32256. Tapas, Soup, Pan Fried Dumplings, Steam Dumplings, XLB (Soup Dumplings), Bao, Noodle & Rice, Milk Tea Series, …
Matt M
What a great spot, really something different and delicious.
My first visit did not go well, because I had no idea what I was ordering and the white staff wasn’t that helpful. However, my second visit with my daughter, things took a turn for the better and we had a wonderful waitress who walked us through the menu and we loved everything that we got..
The restaurant is located at a strip center near Baymeadows Road and Douthside Blvd, with plenty of parking. The dining room is clean and they have icons on your table so you can pull up the menu.
So here are some notes on the food:
Tea – I drink hot tea and they had delicious choices.
Green beans – trust me, ORDER THIS DISH, so good.
Soup Buns – we had shrimp and pork and thought they were great.
Steamed Dumplinfs – we tried tge veggies and I think they were great.
Wok – great choices, but note these are full portions, so it is a lot of good choices
On my first visit, I ordered wrong and regretted it. The next time, I engaged the waitress snd she made great recommendations rations. It was like a night and day experience.
… moreBlood Hound
Zen Dumpling was absolutely fantastic! The food was incredible, everything came out fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. You can really tell they care about quality and presentation. Our server, Shy, made the whole experience even better. She was super friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed the entire time. Shy’s great service combined with the amazing food made this one of the best dining experiences we’ve had in a while. We’ll definitely be coming back!
… moreMatthew Parks
Our trip is in noodles, started with a conversation from our Thanksgiving visitors from Orlando. We were joking about our recent European trip and how people don’t believe that the second best Chinese food I’ve ever had was in the city of Berlin. First best I’ve had in my life is actually from Alhambra district and in Los Angeles. One of my guest said there is a place in Orlando that is close, then she mentioned that she thinks there is a Jacksonville location. I looked and sure enough, there is and man, it is very good food. The first dish I had was the shrimp fried rice. It is delicious. It really reminds me of West Coast or Berlin shrimp fried rice. It’s fluffy grain for grain, flavorful and cooked perfectly. The rice is not hard nor is it sticky or mushy. The shrimp were huge and the egg and vegetables were well balanced. If I had a critique I would add for my pallet. I needed a touch of soy. Adding that touch of soy took it to universal levels. Next were the Dumplings. Members of my family had various soup dumplings, but I decided on the sampler. It includes a shrimp, chicken, beef, pork, and pork truffle (fancy, y’all) soup dumplings. The only one that was missing to my knowledge is the vegetable. All were fantastic. Next time I go, and they will definitely be a next time, I am going to try the Pan Fried Dumplings and of course, the Bao. The staff were friendly, attentive, and efficient.
… more황보승우
Me and my wife visited this place last week. The foods were all good. Liked the cleanness of the restaurant. Staffs were friendly and professional. Although we were quite satisfied with the foods, we thought the price was a bit relatively expensive. Our favorite was the truffle dumpling.
… moreswarnendu sen
The space is modern and sleek with minimalist decor. Spacious design and not crowded.
XLB were too good. Chicken and mushroom dumplings were nice but not out of the world.
Loved the fried rice, big portions and flavorful.
Fried noodles were good but i have tasted better.
Overall very nice experience and would be back
… moreFelicia R
I was in town for a work trip, so I decided to check out this place since it was close to my hotel. The atmosphere was really nice. The food was pretty good, though I wasn’t a big fan of the corn in the shrimp fried rice. Overall, it was a pleasant experience.
… moreBryan Griggs
WOW!! This establishment did not disappoint! All of the food we got was so fresh and delicious!! This was our first time here but we will for sure be back!! From the Mongolian beef, General Tso’s Chicken, all the dumplings, and the fried rice…best vegetable fried rice I’ve had!! Everything was just so good! The atmosphere was very relaxing and everyone working here is super nice and helpful! 10 out of 10!!!
… moreSabrina F.
Very tasty food! Everything came out quickly, service was good, and everything was cooked well. I loved the soup dumplings and the fried potstickers the most. It’s good to get 3-4 choices and split between 2 people, maybe even 3 depending on how hungry you are. 🙂
… morepaigealake
Do yourself a huge favor and get the green beans! We ate here on the weekend just before the dinner rush and had no problem getting a table. The service is fast and friendly! Some of the better soup dumplings I’ve had in awhile. The wonton soup is also very tasty and a good portion for the cost! If you haven’t had soup dumplings before this is a must try! If you aren’t sure which kind to get definitely go with the sampler!
… moreOksana I.
The dumpling dishes here were truly exceptional—each one was thoughtfully composed and bursting with freshness. The textures were perfect, and the flavors were well-balanced, showcasing the skill and care put into every bite. The variety was impressive, and every roll felt unique and refined.
It’s clear this restaurant puts a lot of pride into the quality and presentation of their food. A memorable dining experience from start to finish!
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