Zen Dumpling is a Chinese dumpling restaurant chain in Florida. It serves soup dumplings (XLB), pan fried and steamed dumplings, bao, noodles, fried rice, tapas, milk tea, and desserts. Most dumpling baskets run about $10.50 to $15.95 for 6 pieces. Small plates start at $4.95, and milk teas start at $5.75. This guide gives you the Zen Dumpling menu with real prices so you know the cost before you order.
Below you will find every menu category with prices, a quick facts table, dietary and allergen notes, ordering steps, and store hours. Prices come from Zen Dumpling’s official online ordering page (Chowbus) for the Waterford Lakes location in Orlando, FL, checked on September 16, 2026. Prices are for pickup and may differ on delivery apps.
About Zen Dumpling
Zen Dumpling is a growing Chinese restaurant chain based in Florida. It started in the Orlando area and now has five open locations. The kitchen focuses on fresh dumplings, from cabbage and pork steamed dumplings to Shanghai-style soup dumplings filled with hot broth.
The menu also covers bao buns, hand-pulled style noodles, fried rice, cold and hot small plates, milk tea, and boba. Zen Dumpling is a sit-down, table-service restaurant. You can also order pickup or delivery. As of September 2026, open stores include Waterford Lakes (Orlando), Baymeadows (Jacksonville), Brandon, Altamonte Springs, and Orange Park.
Source: Zen Dumpling official locations page. Accessed September 16, 2026.
Zen Dumpling Quick Facts
| Detail | Info |
| Restaurant | Zen Dumpling |
| Cuisine | Chinese, dumplings and Asian dishes |
| Service type | Table service, takeout, delivery |
| Typical price range | $4.95 to $16.95 per item |
| Menu verified | September 16, 2026 |
| Price location | Waterford Lakes, Orlando, FL |
| Price channel | Official pickup (Chowbus) |
| Official website | zendumplings.com |
| Online ordering | zendumplings.com / Chowbus |
Zen Dumpling Menu With Prices
Here is the Zen Dumpling menu by category, with prices in US dollars. All prices are from the official Orlando (Waterford Lakes) pickup menu on Chowbus.
Price source: Zen Dumpling Orlando online ordering (Chowbus). Location: 423 N Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL 32828. Channel: official pickup. Accessed September 16, 2026.
Prices and availability may vary by location. Delivery prices may be higher than pickup prices. Tax, add-ons, and fees may cost extra. Check your nearest Zen Dumpling for the latest local menu.
Tapas
Tapas are small plates and starters. You get cold salads, fried snacks, and stuffed buns to share while you wait for your dumplings. Prices run from $4.95 for a veg spring roll up to $12.95 for the sweet and sour baby rib. The spicy items are marked with a chili below.
| Item | Price |
| Spicy Cucumber Salad (spicy) | $7.95 |
| Celery and Beancurd Salad | $8.95 |
| Edamame with Salt | $6.00 |
| Spring Roll (Veg) | $4.95 |
| Sweet & Sour Baby Rib | $12.95 |
| Stir Fried Green Beans (spicy) | $10.95 |
| Beef Pancake Roll | $11.95 |
| Scallion Pancake | $8.95 |
| Zen Chow Beef | $12.95 |
| Zen Chili Wontons (6 pcs, spicy) | $9.95 |
| Sticky Rice Shumai | $9.95 |
| Chicken Karaage | $9.95 |
| Braised Pork Belly Bun | $9.50 |
| Braised Beef Bun | $9.50 |
Soup
The soup section is short. The hot and sour soup is a tangy, spicy broth with tofu and egg. It makes a nice starter next to a basket of dumplings. A steam chicken soup is also on the menu, but it was sold out at the time this was checked.
| Item | Price |
| Hot & Sour Soup (spicy) | $7.95 |
| Steam Chicken Soup | $9.95 |
Pan Fried Dumplings
Pan fried dumplings come in orders of 6 pieces. The bottoms get crisp and golden on a flat pan while the tops stay soft. Zen Dumpling offers five fillings here, from beef to a plain vegetable option. Most are $11.50, and the beef version is $11.95.
| Item | Price (6 pcs) |
| Beef Pan Fried Dumplings (6) | $11.95 |
| Shanghai Pan Fried Dumplings (6) | $11.50 |
| Chicken Pan Fried Dumpling (6) | $11.50 |
| Shrimp & Pork Pan Fried Dumpling (6) | $11.50 |
| Vegetable Pan Fried Dumpling (6) | $11.50 |
Steam Dumplings
Steamed dumplings also come in orders of 6 pieces. These are soft and light, with no frying. Fillings include Shanghai (cabbage and pork), shrimp and pork, chicken, beef, and a plain vegetable choice. Prices run $10.50 to $11.95.
| Item | Price (6 pcs) |
| Shanghai Steam Dumpling (6) | $11.50 |
| Shrimp & Pork Steam Dumplings (6) | $11.50 |
| Chicken Steam Dumpling (6) | $10.50 |
| Vegetable Steam Dumplings (6) | $10.95 |
| Beef Steam Dumpling (6) | $11.95 |
XLB (Soup Dumplings)
XLB stands for xiaolongbao, the Shanghai soup dumpling. Each order has 6 pieces. You bite or pierce the thin skin, sip the hot broth inside, then eat the filling. This is the dish Zen Dumpling is known for. Prices go from $12.95 for pork up to $15.95 for the truffle pork or the sampler.
| Item | Price (6 pcs) |
| Soup Dumpling with Pork (6) | $12.95 |
| Soup Dumpling with Crabmeat & Pork (6) | $13.95 |
| Soup Dumpling with Chicken (6) | $12.95 |
| Soup Dumpling with Shrimp & Pork (6) | $13.95 |
| Truffle Pork Soup Dumpling (6) | $15.95 |
| Soup Dumpling with Beef (6) | $13.95 |
| Signature XLB Sampler (6) | $15.95 |
The Signature XLB Sampler gives you a mix of flavored soup dumplings in one basket. The wrappers are color coded so you can tell them apart. The truffle pork version uses a dark wrapper and is the priciest single flavor.
Bao
Bao are soft, fluffy buns filled with seasoned pork. Zen Dumpling makes them three ways: pan fried, steamed, and small bite-size pan fried. The full-size baos come 5 to an order. The bites come 8 to an order and cost the least at $9.95.
| Item | Price |
| Signature Bao Pan Fried (5) | $10.95 |
| Signature Bao Steam (5) | $10.95 |
| Pan Fried Bao Bites (8) | $9.95 |
Noodle & Rice
This section holds the bigger, filling dishes: noodles, fried rice, and stir fry plates. The dan dan noodle is a Sichuan classic with chili oil and ground pork. The braised beef noodle soup is the heartiest bowl. Prices run from $11.95 up to $16.95.
| Item | Price |
| Dan Dan Noodle (spicy) | $11.95 |
| Zha Jiang Noodle | $11.95 |
| Braised Beef Noodle Soup (spicy) | $15.95 |
| Braised Pork Belly Noodle Soup | $15.95 |
| Stir Fried Noodle | $13.95+ |
| Fried Rice | $13.95+ |
| Broccoli & Onion | $14.95+ |
| General Tso’s Chicken (spicy) | $14.95 |
| Mongolian Beef (spicy) | $16.95 |
| White Rice | $2.50 |
Items with a plus (+) let you pick a protein or spice level, which can change the final price.
Milk Tea Series
Zen Dumpling has a full boba and tea menu. You can add boba, pick your ice, and set your sweetness. Milk teas start at $5.75. Fruit green teas are a bit cheaper. The matcha latte is the priciest at $5.95.
| Item | Price |
| Milk Tea | $5.75+ |
| Brown Sugar Milk Tea with Boba | $5.75+ |
| Taro Milk Tea | $5.75+ |
| Thai Milk Tea | $5.75+ |
| Iced Green Tea | $4.95+ |
| Mango Green Tea | $5.25+ |
| Strawberry Green Tea | $5.25+ |
| Passion Fruit Tea | $5.75+ |
| Matcha Latte | $5.95+ |
| Zen Sunset (Strawberry Mango Lemonade) | $5.75+ |
Dessert
The dessert list is small and simple. You can get plain ice cream or mochi ice cream. Desserts may vary by store, so check your local Zen Dumpling.
| Item | Price |
| Ice Cream | $4.00+ |
| Mochi Ice Cream | $5.00+ |
Beverages
For drinks beyond tea, Zen Dumpling stocks soft drinks, Japanese Ramune soda, and bottled water. Hot jasmine tea is also listed, though it was sold out when checked.
| Item | Price |
| Hot Tea Jasmine | $2.50 |
| Soft Drinks | $2.75 |
| Ramune (Japanese Soda) | $4.00 |
| Fiji Water | $3.00 |
| Sparkling Water | $4.00 |
Condiments
You can add extra dipping sauces to any order. Each one is 50 cents. This is handy if you want more chili oil or vinegar with your dumplings.
| Item | Price |
| Chili Oil | $0.50 |
| Vinegar | $0.50 |
| Soy Sauce | $0.50 |
| Sweet Chili | $0.50 |
Cheapest Items on the Menu
Watching your budget? The lowest-priced food items on the Zen Dumpling menu are the veg spring roll and a few sides. Here are the cheapest picks by verified price.
| Item | Price |
| Spring Roll (Veg) | $4.95 |
| Edamame with Salt | $6.00 |
| Braised Pork Belly Bun | $9.50 |
| Braised Beef Bun | $9.50 |
| Chicken Karaage | $9.95 |
| Pan Fried Bao Bites (8) | $9.95 |
For drinks, iced green tea at $4.95 is the cheapest tea. White rice at $2.50 is the cheapest add-on.
Best-Value Picks (Opinion)
This section is our opinion, not a fact from the restaurant. Based on price per piece and portion size, here are a few smart orders.
The Pan Fried Bao Bites give you 8 pieces for $9.95, so they cost about $1.24 each. That is a strong deal for a filling snack. The Signature XLB Sampler at $15.95 lets you try several soup dumpling flavors in one basket instead of buying them one by one. The Spring Roll (Veg) at $4.95 is the cheapest way to start a meal.
Vegetarian Options
Zen Dumpling has several meat-free choices. Both the steamed and pan fried vegetable dumplings are made without meat. Many tapas and all the teas work for vegetarians too.
Meat-free picks include the Vegetable Steam Dumplings ($10.95), Vegetable Pan Fried Dumpling ($11.50), Spring Roll Veg ($4.95), Spicy Cucumber Salad ($7.95), Celery and Beancurd Salad ($8.95), Edamame ($6.00), Scallion Pancake ($8.95), and Stir Fried Green Beans ($10.95). Always tell your server if you need a strict vegetarian or vegan meal, since sauces and shared cooking surfaces can carry meat.
Spice Levels and Allergens
Zen Dumpling does not publish full nutrition facts or calorie counts, so this guide does not list calories. Here is what the menu does tell you.
Spicy items on the menu are marked with a chili symbol. These include the Spicy Cucumber Salad, Stir Fried Green Beans, Zen Chili Wontons, Hot & Sour Soup, Dan Dan Noodle, Braised Beef Noodle Soup, General Tso’s Chicken, and Mongolian Beef. If you do not like heat, skip the chili-marked items.
Allergen note: Many dumplings contain pork, shrimp, or both. The wrappers are made from wheat flour, so they contain gluten. Dishes may also use soy, sesame, egg, and shellfish. If you have a food allergy or eat gluten-free, ask the Zen Dumpling staff about ingredients before you order.
Beer, Soju and Drinks
Beyond tea and soda, Zen Dumpling’s dine-in stores also serve alcohol. The restaurant lists Asian beers and flavored soju on its official location pages. These drinks are for dine-in and are not sold through the pickup ordering page, so prices are set in-store. If you want a beer or soju with your dumplings, order at the table.
Source: Zen Dumpling Waterford Lakes page. Accessed September 16, 2026.
How to Order From Zen Dumpling
Dine-in: Walk in to any open Zen Dumpling. A server takes your order at the table. On Friday and Saturday nights the Orlando store gets busy, so come early or expect a short wait.
Takeout: Order pickup on the official site at zendumplings.com, which sends you to the Chowbus ordering page for your store.
Delivery: Delivery runs through apps like Chowbus, DoorDash, and Uber Eats, where available. Search Zen Dumpling in the app to check your area. Delivery prices can be higher than pickup, and apps add their own fees.
Tip for XLB: Eat soup dumplings right when they arrive. The broth inside stays very hot at first, then cools fast, and the skins can stick if they sit too long.
Source: Zen Dumpling online order page. Accessed September 16, 2026.
Zen Dumpling Locations and Hours
Zen Dumpling has five open Florida stores as of September 2026. More are on the way. Hours below are the dine-in hours from the official site. Pickup cutoff times on ordering apps can be a little earlier.
Waterford Lakes (Orlando)
Address: 423 N Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL 32828. Phone: (407) 237-9037.
| Day | Hours |
| Monday to Thursday | 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Friday to Saturday | 11:00 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
Baymeadows (Jacksonville)
Address: 9802 Baymeadows Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32256. Phone: (904) 903-7775. Order pickup through the official site or Chowbus.
Brandon
Address: 2420 W Brandon Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511. Phone: (813) 315-8434.
Altamonte Springs
Address: 420 E Altamonte Dr, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701. Phone: (321) 295-7436.
Orange Park
Address: 1939 Wells Road, Suite #1, Jacksonville (Orange Park area), FL 32073. Phone: (904) 375-1685.
Coming soon: Downtown Orlando, Sarasota, Lake Nona, Port Saint Lucie, Fort Myers, and Melbourne are all listed as future stores on the official site.
Source: Zen Dumpling locations page. Accessed September 16, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on the Zen Dumpling menu?
The Zen Dumpling menu has tapas, soup, pan fried dumplings, steamed dumplings, XLB soup dumplings, bao, noodles, fried rice, stir fry dishes, milk tea, desserts, and drinks. Dumpling baskets come in 6-piece orders. Prices run from $4.95 for a veg spring roll to about $16.95 for Mongolian beef.
How much do dumplings cost at Zen Dumpling?
Steamed dumplings run $10.50 to $11.95 for 6 pieces. Pan fried dumplings are $11.50 to $11.95 for 6. XLB soup dumplings cost $12.95 to $15.95 for 6. These prices are from the official Orlando pickup menu, checked September 16, 2026. Delivery apps may charge more.
What is an XLB dumpling?
XLB stands for xiaolongbao, a Shanghai-style soup dumpling. The thin wrapper holds both a meat filling and hot broth that forms as it cooks. You pierce the skin, sip the broth, then eat the rest. At Zen Dumpling, XLB comes in pork, chicken, beef, shrimp and pork, crab and pork, truffle pork, and a mixed sampler.
What is the most famous item at Zen Dumpling?
The XLB soup dumplings are the item most tied to Zen Dumpling’s name. The pork version is $12.95 for 6 pieces, and the Signature XLB Sampler is $15.95 for a mix of flavors. The brand’s own website features the pork soup dumplings among its top picks.
Does Zen Dumpling have vegetarian options?
Yes. Meat-free choices include Vegetable Steam Dumplings ($10.95), Vegetable Pan Fried Dumpling ($11.50), Spring Roll Veg ($4.95), Spicy Cucumber Salad ($7.95), Celery and Beancurd Salad ($8.95), Edamame ($6.00), Scallion Pancake ($8.95), and Stir Fried Green Beans ($10.95). Ask staff if you need a strict vegan meal.
Does Zen Dumpling have boba and milk tea?
Yes. The Milk Tea Series starts at $5.75 and includes brown sugar milk tea with boba, taro, Thai, and more. Fruit green teas start at $4.95. You can set the ice and sweetness levels, and add boba. The matcha latte is $5.95.
Where is Zen Dumpling located?
Zen Dumpling has five open Florida stores: Waterford Lakes in Orlando, Baymeadows in Jacksonville, Brandon, Altamonte Springs, and Orange Park. The first store is at 423 N Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL 32828. Six more locations are listed as coming soon, including Downtown Orlando, Sarasota, and Lake Nona.
What are Zen Dumpling’s hours?
The Orlando (Waterford Lakes) store is open Monday to Thursday 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Friday and Saturday 11:00 AM to 10:30 PM, and Sunday 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Other stores may close a little earlier. Check the official locations page for your store’s exact hours.
Does Zen Dumpling do delivery and takeout?
Yes. You can order pickup on the official site at zendumplings.com, which uses the Chowbus ordering page. Delivery is available through apps like Chowbus, DoorDash, and Uber Eats where offered. Delivery prices may be higher than pickup, and apps add fees.
Does Zen Dumpling serve alcohol?
Yes, for dine-in. The official location pages list Asian beers and flavored soju. These are ordered at the table and are not sold on the pickup menu, so in-store prices apply.
Conclusion
Not always. Prices in this guide come from the Orlando (Waterford Lakes) pickup menu, checked September 16, 2026. Other stores may set slightly different prices, and delivery apps often charge more than pickup. Tax, add-ons, and fees can also raise your total.
