๐ฅ Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao | Pittsburgh
Step into a steamed bamboo paradise where delicate folds and rich broth unite in perfect harmony! ๐โจ This Pittsburgh gem brings the authentic taste of Shanghaiโs iconic soup dumplings to the Steel City, serving up meticulously crafted xiao long bao that burst with flavor in every bite. ๐ฏ The Art of Xiao Long Bao: โข 18 Precise Folds โ Each dumpling handmade with traditional technique โข Gelatin-Rich Filling โ Creates that magical sip of hot broth when steamed โข Paper-Thin Wrappers โ Delicate yet sturdy enough to hold the precious soup โข Pork & Crab Fusion โ Their signature blend with sweet crab roe and savory pork ๐ฅข Must-Try Delicacies: Classic Pork XLB โ The ultimate test of a great soup dumpling Crab & Pork XLB โ Upgraded with generous crab meat infusion Pan-Fried Pork Buns โ Crispy bottom with juicy filling Scallion Pancake โ Flaky layers with perfect crisp-to-chew ratio ๐ Dining Experience: The modern yet warm interior features subtle Chinese accents and an open kitchen where you can watch masters at work. The efficient service ensures your dumplings arrive steaming hot, while the reasonable prices make it easy to explore multiple menu treasures. ๐ก Pro Tips: Dip carefully: place XLB in spoon, nibble corner, sip broth, then eat with ginger-vinegar Order the combo platter to sample different varieties Pair with hot tea to cleanse the palate between flavors Weekday lunches offer shorter wait times ๐ Perfect For: First-date culinary adventures ๐ Introducing friends to real Chinese dim sum ๐ฅข Comfort food cravings on a chilly day โ๏ธ Solo dining at the counter with a good book ๐ #NanXiangXiaoLongBao #PittsburghEats #SoupDumplings #ShanghaiCuisine #DimSumLovers #SteelCityFood #XLB