Vanessa's Dumplings

With no end in sight to our current recession, it seems like everyone is on the hunt for a bargain. If this includes you, and by you, I mean, everyone, here's a great deal that will keep you coming back, even when the economy gets back on track. It's also worth noting that I have never been welcomed into Vanessa's with anything less than a very warm welcome.

At 2 bucks for 6 fried pork dumplings, it's a deal hard to beat. The skin is tender, yet crispy on the bottom, and the filling is pretty tasty. The fried dumplings come in two varieties, pork and chive or pork and cabbage, and they are equally delicious. You can also get boiled dumplings, which also include some of the seafood persuasion. But lets face it, when you can get something fried, why settle for anything less.

During my most recent visit, I also got a steamed pork and cabbage bun (for $1.30!) which hit the spot. It's very doughy - it could definitely use a bit more filling. However, dipped into their signature dumpling sauce, and some Siracha "cock sauce", I'll eat the dough all day. As for the recession, here at FoodGasm, in Obama we trust.

Report Card:
Food: B+
Atmosphere: B-
Service: B+
Price: A+
Overall: B+


Vanessa's Dumplings
220 East 14th St.
(btwn 2nd and 3rd ave)
New York, NY