This place is a true hole-in-the-wall gem with excellent dumplings. We walked in without big expectations, but it turned out to be well worth the stop. When we arrived, four groups were already waiting for their orders, and you can actually see the team hand-making dumplings in the back, which adds to the charm.
We ordered four fried three-delicacy dumplings and four steamed pork-and-cabbage dumplings with chili on top. Every bite was delicious. It’s an easy recommendation for anyone in Auckland who’s craving dumplings and doesn’t mind a simple, no-frills spot that focuses on great food.
Steven
Little Tiger Dumpling is hands-down our absolute favourite dumpling spot! We’re regulars and always order the chicken & corn pan-fried dumplings—they’re incredible. Juicy, perfectly balanced, and that hint of sweetness from the corn pairs so beautifully with their chilli oil, vinegar, and all the other dipping sauces.
The service is always friendly and welcoming, and the chef is genuinely kind and attentive. Every visit feels like a treat.
10/10 recommend to anyone who loves dumplings done right! 🥟✨
Farihah Ahmed-Joubert
My husband and I were visiting Auckland and we were intrigued by the amount of places to eat. We walked by this shop and could not resist. Little Tiger Dumpling is truly a hidden gem for take away dumplings or a quick dinning setting. Seating is limited but don’t let that stop you. We got take away pork and cabbage dumplings and chicken fried rice and ate at a near by park.
The owner is very sweet and so helpful in all the questions we had. Everything is so fresh and made to order. She even had a deal that if you spent $16.50 NZ you got a drink included with your meal. Not sure if this was a daily thing or a special of the day but check her out! And she has sins of sauces to choose from for your dumplings. The fried rice was great as well.
Lydia Tennyson
If you’re a dumpling lover PLEASE do yourself a favour and come here. I ordered the Three Delicacies dumplings and Yangzhou friend rice and both were SO good.
The fried rice has that Wok hey taste and dumplings were filled and chewy 😩 wish i could take 100 back home with me lol. it was so good i came back the next day.
PS it’s more of a takeaway place
Alia Leilani
It was our first night in New Zealand and just wanted something quick and delicious.
Little Tiger was perfect. Small menu but everything great. And done quickly.
We had the Fried Chicken and Corn and the Tofu Dumplings and an order of Chicken Friend rice. My favorite may have been the Tofu Dumplings, the texture of the filling was like ground meat and so tasty.
The chef was super friendly and made sure we had all the sauces and utensils we needed.
Doug Duwenhoegger