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Soup Dumplings (XLB)

Ugly Dumpling XLB Sampler

Can't decide? Don't. Our Sampler brings together a curated selection of our best XLB flavours in a single bamboo basket — the best introduction to everything we do, all in one order.

$13.80 / 5–6 pieces⭐ Best for First VisitGroup Favourite

Why Order the Sampler?

Seven XLB flavours is a genuinely difficult decision — especially for first-time visitors who haven't had all of them before. The Sampler exists to solve that problem. Our kitchen curates a selection from the current line-up, giving you exposure to multiple flavour profiles across one basket.

The exact combination changes based on availability and seasonality, but always includes our Classic Pork XLB as the benchmark alongside 2–3 variations. It's the most efficient way to understand the full range of what we make — and the best way to identify which flavours you'll be ordering on every future visit.

What's Typically Included

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Classic Pork XLB
Always in the sampler. The benchmark — Berkshire pork shoulder and 18-hour reduced broth. The one everything else is compared against.
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Szechuan Pork XLB
Frequently included. Doubanjiang, Szechuan peppercorn, and chili oil folded in — numbing heat and bold broth in the same wrapper.
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Chicken XLB
Often included. Free-range chicken with clear aromatic broth — the lightest, most delicate option. Great contrast to the pork.
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Seasonal Variation
The 4th–5th piece may rotate: Pork, Shrimp & Spinach or Pork & Crab, depending on availability and the day's special.

Note: exact sampler contents are determined by our kitchen each day. Ask your server for today's combination.

How to Taste the Sampler

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Start with the Classic Pork XLB first — use it to calibrate your palate and establish the baseline flavour before trying variations.

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Work from lightest to boldest: Chicken → Classic Pork → Shrimp variation → Szechuan. This order prevents the spice from overwhelming the subtle flavours.

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Use a fresh ceramic spoon for each dumpling and sip the broth of each before eating — the broths vary more than the fillings do.

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Share notes with whoever you're dining with — the sampler is designed to spark a conversation about which flavour is best.

⚠️ All XLB contain very hot broth. Nibble a small hole before biting through any piece.

FAQ

Can I choose which XLB flavours are in my sampler?
The sampler contents are curated by our kitchen each day. We can't guarantee specific flavours in the sampler — if you want a particular variety, order it individually.
Is the sampler a good deal?
At $13.80 for 5–6 pieces of mixed premium flavours, yes. It's roughly the same cost as ordering one of the premium XLB options individually but gives you more variety.
Is it on the Happy Hour menu?
The Sampler is occasionally on the Happy Hour menu — check with your location for current availability. Individual flavours have confirmed Happy Hour pricing.

XLB Flavours in the Sampler