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What to order at Ling's Dumplings
- Must order
- A dozen pork soup dumplings plus a scallion pancake.
- Editor tip
- Counter inside Armature Works; the soup dumplings sell out by 2pm.
CuisineChinese
Price$
Neighborhoodtampa-heights
HoursMon-Thu 11:00-22:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-23:00, Sun 11:00-21:00
Phone+18132503725
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Must order: A dozen pork soup dumplings plus a scallion pancake.
Tip: Counter inside Armature Works; the soup dumplings sell out by 2pm.
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