What to order at Mei Mei Dumplings

Must order
Lemongrass pork dumplings, the signature filling.
Signature dishes
Lemongrass pork dumplings, Curried sweet potato dumplings
Editor tip
Dumpling-making classes run on weekends from the storefront kitchen. Book on the website.

Taste Lemongrass pork dumplings with a local in Boston

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CuisineChinese
Price$
NeighborhoodSouth End
HoursWed-Thu 16:00-20:00, Fri 12:00-20:00, Sat 11:00-20:00
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Location

Address: 506 Park Drive, Boston, MA 02215

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