Yi Long Chinese Cuisine — Restaurant in Sacramento

I was the only one there at the time of my arrival (the slow hours between lunch and dinner). The order kinda took a little bit little longer than i expected, not sure if there was a new chef back there or not, cause it might have seem like he was unsure the exact amount of ingredents there was for the soup. I don't know, this was based on what i did hear what they saying to eachother (at one point) Which i understand, because i work for a restaurant as well and when a new chef comes in to work with us, they don't know what's in our dishes. Or i'm not sure if this was the case. Anyways, my noodle soup arrived, and was surprised a little that the waiter didnt see my glass was empty when they brought out my food, they did fill it up however, a little bit later. But they also gave me something to try as well, so i guess that makes up for the longer wait time. And i did finish the broth as well (not sure if they used any msg for their broth; it didn't seem like they used any or at most, it was very little, unlike other restaurants may use more. So my overall experience of this restaurant is above fair, but not absoulte perfect. Waitress is friendly though. They do have some music going, but i'm not sure if its on repeat or has a short playlist. Also, this seems like a family owned buisness, be sure to support them and other mom and pop shops. Live long and prosper everybody and may the best be...

Dropped in for a small order of dim sum in the afternoon and was blown away by how good everything was.

The BBQ pork buns were very nice and fluffy, and had some of the best filling I've had in a bun. It was delicious, properly red colored, and there was a good amount of it too. The meat wasn't grisly or too fatty, just a delight through and through.

I also got the sesame balls, which I could tell were very fresh. They had a lovely crispy outside but the filling was very soft and not chewy at all. They weren't filled with the standard red bean paste, it was maybe a sweetened sesame paste? Whatever it may have been, it was delicious and far and away the best sesame balls I've had in a while.

My partner got shrimp dumplings and scallion pancakes, and had similar rave reviews for them. I would have gotten their custard buns too but they were sold out for the day, all the more reason to come back.

I also got a ginger lemon tea which was very nice. We did takeout, but the ambience is nice for dining in, especially for a strip mall. All in all this place is an excellent local option for dim sum that won't break your bank. I can't comment on the other portions of the menu but I look forward to trying...

If you're looking for a place to enjoy delicious and reasonably priced Chinese dim sum, this is a hidden gem you must visit. The dim sum is impressive, featuring classics like har gow, siu mai, and char siu bao, all made with fresh ingredients and bursting with authentic flavors.

The prices are wallet-friendly, making it easy to indulge in multiple dishes without breaking the bank. Each bite reflects the care and expertise of the kitchen staff, elevating even the simplest dishes into something memorable.

The restaurant's atmosphere is warm and welcoming, complemented by a team of attentive and friendly staff who go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant dining experience. Whether you're a dim sum enthusiast or a first-timer, they'll happily guide you through the menu.

Overall, Yi Long Dumpling combines great food, affordability, and excellent service into an experience you’ll want to repeat. Be sure to stop by on the weekend to enjoy those freshly baked buns! Highly...