Xiao Long Bao

What is Xiao Long Bao? Occupying Unit 1 at 175 Commander Boulevard in Scarborough’s Chartwell Centre, Xiao Long Bao is the evolution of the bustling soup-dumpling hall locals spent nearly three decades knowing as Ding Tai Fung (completely unrelated to the global chain). Following a trademark and name change in early 2026, the dining room carries on its singular focus on classic Shanghainese staples. The airy space is clean, bright, and casual, dominated by large family tables, mirrors, and an open glass viewing window where cooks pleat and pinch dumplings by hand.

Xiao Long Bao Menu & What to Order The baseline order starts with the namesake steamed pork soup dumplings, crafted with thin, elastic skins that hold a generous splash of rich, scalding broth. Follow that with the pan-fried pork dumplings—crusted golden-brown on the flat top yet still juicy inside—and an order of plump Shanghai wontons slicked with spicy chili oil. Round out the feast with the flaky stewed beef pancake wrap and a wok-charred plate of fried Shanghai thick noodles with shredded pork, washed down with hot pots of house tea.

Know Before You Go Xiao Long Bao operates strictly on a walk-in basis with no digital booking platforms, meaning weekend dim sum and midday rushes inevitably trigger queues near the entrance. A sizable surface parking lot serves the commercial complex, but spots turn over quickly during prime dining windows. If you want to avoid the peak wait times, aim for an early lunch or a weekday dinner.