Gu’s Dumplings
99 Krog St NE,Ste M, Atlanta, GA, 30307
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Address :
99 Krog St NE,Ste M
Atlanta, GA, 30307 - Phone (404) 527-6007
- Website https://www.gusdumplings.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:30 am - 9:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Valet, Garage
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Loud
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Dogs Allowed : No
Waiter Service : No
Caters : Yes
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Amanda W.
I don't understand how Gu's can only have 3 stars. They deserve at least 4 or 4.5 stars. I regularly crave their pork dumplings and spicy crispy beef. Their spicy dried eggplant is good too, but needs to be eaten fresh since its fried and doesn't microwave as well. It is rather expensive, but that's mostly because I'm sure the rent is astronomical at Krog Street. I usually order a full order of dumplings, an entree and rice, which usually lasts for at least two meals. Also, I'm a it of a wimp when it comes to spicy food, but I love the burn of Szechuan seasoning. Definitely worth the visit!
(5)Hung Yen S.
Gu Bistro, now the Gu's Dumplings locates in Krog street market. Gu used to offer great authentic Szechuan food in Atlanta metro. We used to go to Gu all the time when they were in Doraville. Now they are in Krog, they have lost their touch for some authentic Chinese food. They make food to please American customers now. Chongqing Spicy Chicken: It has a lot of chili peppers, with very little amount of chickens. It used to be 60/40 chicken to other ingredients. Chicken tasted very dry, it used to be more juicy, and whole lot more flavorful. We were very disappointed with our experience at Gu's in Krog. Hopefully the boss will open another authentic chinese again.
(3)Carolina M.
Gu's dumplings were better the second time around than the first. I had their dumplings for the first time at Gu's Bistro before they closed and opened in Krog Street. The reason why they're better is probably because the chef/staff aren't caught in a dinner rush with a big menu of offerings, so these dumplings didn't have too much residual water from being boiled, and there was something about how the skin was fresh and chewier. I also appreciate how on the night of the Lantern Parade on the Beltline, they were open longer than anticipated since there was just so many people in the area. I'd definitely be interested in coming back to try out other items on their menu even if it is simplified now compared to what they used to have at Gu's Bistro.
(4)Daniel B.
Popular local Szechuan chef, Chef Gu, and his team opened up Gu's Dumplings inside Krog Street Market on March 24, 2015. Their previous restaurant, the beloved Gu's Bistro on Buford Highway, closed March 13, 2015. At the time of writing this review, Chef Gu and his team have been focusing all their efforts on Gu's Dumplings. Unlike other outposts from local chefs, the namesake chef actually works here regularly. You can consider Gu's Dumplings a sort of Gu's Bistro "Lite," a streamlined indoor market stall featuring several of Chef Gu's popular dishes. Pretty much the same exact flavors from the old Buford Highway restaurant, which had opened in 2010, can now be found in Inman Park. I'm sad Gu's Bistro closed for a couple reasons. First, there's no more traditional Chinese sit-down restaurant. To enjoy Chef Gu's food now, it must be done in a busy food court setting. Second, the menu has been reduced to less than 20 items. At the old restaurant, Chef Gu could offer five times the variety. Of course, that's me selfishly speaking. I'm sure Chef Gu, now in his 60s, is enjoying the lighter and more efficient menu here. Like other vendors at Krog Street Market, Gu's Dumplings has a nice little buildout. There's polished dark wood that resembles chopsticks, an illuminated red ceiling, a refrigerated display case with fresh, ready-to-package foods including peppers and tofu, and shelves of Gu's merchandise including hats, T-shirts, coffee mugs, and bottles of Chef Gu's dumpling sauce and homemade chili oil. Checkout is completed via one of two touchpad devices. The staff did a great job choosing which items from Gu's Bistro to include on the menu at Gu's Dumplings. It's a star-studded list with a lot of consensus favorites. It can make choosing what to order difficult! Overall, the food is very flavorful, spicy, and oftentimes intense -- perhaps too intense for some, but as an ardent fan of Szechuan food, I enjoy it. Many of the dishes share the same ingredients which include the liberal use of Szechuan peppers. Note there are a lot of salty, fried, and/or oily foods so it can get heavy. Expect to spend about $10-15 per dish. Beverage-wise, there's tea and soda from a Coke fountain machine. Krog Street Market provides free tap water around the corner. Recommendations (**) and Notables (*): ** Zhong Style Dumplings (6 pieces $6, 12 pieces $10) - boiled dumplings in a housemade sauce with minced garlic, sesame seeds, green onions. These come in two styles: pork and veggie. I've only tried the pork version and these dumplings are indeed delicious. They're served soaked in a savory chili oil sauce. Super tasty. ** Chengdu Cold Noodles ($9) - cold egg noodles, housemade sauce, minced garlic, bean sprouts, sesame seeds, green onions. This is possibly my #1 favorite dish at Gu's. These noodles are just appetizing and delectable. Order them! * Dan Dan Noodles ($9) - warm egg noodles, spicy sauce, green onions, spinach, ground beef. Not bad, but I would choose the Chengdu Cold Noodles 4 out of 5 times over these. Gu's version of Dan Dan Noodles is toned down and sweeter, less spicy than other Dan Dan Noodles I've had. ** Spicy Dried Eggplant ($13) - fried eggplant, dried red chili peppers, Szechuan peppercorns, cilantro. Vying with the Chengdu Noodles as my favorite Gu's dish. These are like big crispy French fries with excellent flavor and spice. There's a little bit of that numbing effect from the Szechuan peppercorns. I love it. * Luo Jiang Dried Tofu ($9) - chewy slivers of tofu in sweet chili oil sauce, topped with sesame seeds. If I was a vegetarian, I would love this dish. It does resemble beef jerky in appearance and consistency (somewhat). However, I would personally go with one of the meat or fish dishes over this. * Kung Pao Lotus Root ($13) - sliced lotus root, garlic, ginger, green onions, dried red chili peppers, Szechuan peppercorns, roasted peanuts, homemade Kung Pao sauce. Crisp and crunchy yet also tender, lotus root is unique and actually quite nutritious for you. ** Chongqing Spicy Chicken ($15) - fried chicken nuggets, garlic, ginger, dried red chili peppers, Szechuan peppercorns, green onions. Similar to the Spicy Dried Eggplant in preparation, this is one of the spicier dishes on the menu and it is addictive. Other variants to the Chongqing Spicy Chicken above is the Spicy Crispy Beef ($16) and a fried fish fillet entree which I've seen run as a special (presumably the old "Crispy Fish Fillet" from Gu's Bistro). The seasonings and flavors are rather potent in Szechuan cuisine and I do suggest ordering a side of white rice to eat with the meat and vegetable entrees to help dampen out the strong taste. A box of white rice is $1. Service is terrific. The staff is adept and the food comes out fairly quick. Krog Street Market has two free self-park surface lots at Krog and Irwin. There are two valet stands. There's also free parking inside the Stove Works parking deck across the street.
(4)Virginia Y.
Coming straight from the airport, I was excited to grab some food at the Krog Street Market. I passed Gu's dumplings and was attracted to their cold noodles. I've always been a fan of Szechuan cold noodles and Dan Dan noodles so I decided to give this place a shot. Feeling indecisive between the chengdu cold noodles and Dan Dan noodles I asked the cashier for his recommendations, he said both were good so I went with the cold noodles since it was a hot day. I picked up my order and took a bite and was immediately disappointed. Not only was it not cold, it wasn't even the least bit spicy and the noodles had the texture of poor quality lo mein you get at run of the mill Chinese takeout restaurants. This place is by far the worst cold noodles I've had in America and the least authentic. I ended up going to Yalla to get a new lunch cause I was so disappointed with the one I got here.
(1)Thi T.
The pork dumplings are really good! I like the chewy texture but most of all I like the spicy-sweet oily sauce! There was enough pork inside to deem it a fair ratio of pork to skin. One can buy 6 pieces (half order) or 12 pieces (full order). One cannot mix and match with vegetable dumplings. Those have to be ordered separately. A fellow yelper was gracious enough to share the fried eggplant. Even though they messed up his order, it was well worth the wait. (Granted, I already ate and was not at risk for being hangry). It was hot, fresh, and I can taste the eggplant. Fried food is good and all but I would suggest to ease up on the batter. The eggplant is good enough to stand alone! I look forward to going back to try other foods. Upgraded to 4 stars after trying the sweet and spicy cold noodles!
(4)John S.
My friends, you can't go wrong with Gu's dumplings. I used to work near his stand alone restaurant on Buford Hwy and I really enjoyed the chicken. So now I've only tasted the dumplings. My big concern is that they are a little pricey. I've only had the dumplings in the Krog St market and they are very tasty. The meat versions of his dumpings are the best. Compared to everyone else in Krog St, Gu's does fine.What I would like in the future is an expanded menu and something that satisfies the people desiring very spicy food.
(3)John E.
Gu's Dumplings can be found at 99 Krog St NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 in Krog Street Market along the front side opposite where most of the food is located. If you haven't been to Krog Street Market, this place is a location for shops and foodie-positioned townie quick bites in an "adult" food court atmosphere. There are also some good to very good restaurants nearby. Since this is on the Atlanta Beltline, Krog St is receiving a lot of visibility and becoming a destination spot for local hipsters and those wanting new experiences. Gu's Dumplings is the brainchild of Chef Gu, formerly of Gu's Bistro on Buford Hwy, considered one of the best and most authentic Szechuan restaurants in Atlanta. Gu permanently closed his restaurant to look for a new location to better serve the many fans of his cooking (it was getting to the 1-2 hour wait in the evenings and with the small kitchen in the original location, he began the search). The timing was right to open a new concept and thus Gu's Dumplings was conceived (the intent is still to find a new location for the full restaurant) - the Krog St location provides a way to continue to have a revenue stream and provide a considerably smaller menu of items. Initially Gu's Dumplings had a very limited menu of about 8-10 items - I'm happy to report that the menu has vastly expanded (still not the variety of the original Bistro but much larger than when the stand opened). You look over the menu and order at the counter - 10 minutes or so later your order is called and you get fantastic Szechuan eats - you can't do much better than this folks. On this occasion we split a half order (6) of the pork Zhong style dumplings - these are boiled in a sweet-and-spicy Zhong sauce that's pleasantly spicy and garlic-y. Quite delicious. I also ordered one of my favorite Gu's Bistro dishes, the Spicy Dried Eggplant. My friend Arvin didn't understand why I got this instead of the meat, but was soon converted. This is one of the best vegetarian dishes in Atlanta, in my humble opinion. Crispy sticks of battered eggplant stir-fried with fresh sliced garlic, dried red chilis, fresh cilantro and Szechuan peppercorns (these are the famous flower pepper than numbs your mouth!). I didn't realize how much I missed this dish until the huge container was handed to me. You can look for and may be lucky in finding a table - we decided to stand in one of the many bar-height areas along the walls. Go to Hop City and pick up a nice local craft to wash this down - you can thank me later. (longer review with photos can be found on my food blog)
(4)Eric T.
You name your restaurant after a dish, it better be good! Gu's Dumplings delivers on its namesake. Located in the Krog Street Market food court, Gu's Dumplings is one of the newer establishments in the area. Every food court needs at least one Chinese place right?! Good luck finding a seat to eat as well, as the food court tends to get bit crowded near the lunch hour. When I went to Gu's it had just opened that week and the line was pretty long but the wait was well worth the wait. The menu ranges from rice dishes, noodles, soups, and of course dumplings. If you think this place is just another Panda Express you'll be in for quite a shock. To put it lightly, a Chinese person would probably eat here. They provide delectable dishes you would expect from a fast food Chinese place, but with a hint of home cooking and personal flavor added. One of my go to spots for sure! My Recommendations: -Zhong Style Dumplings -Chongqing Spicy Chicken Menu: gusdumplings.com/menu-1.…
(4)Vicki N.
I came back to Gu's because the owners reached out to me about resolving my previous issue (see previous review). He was very nice and explained the mishap (they had just opened so still working out some kinks at that time), and the noodles came out perfect! Just the way they were at Gu's Bistro in Doraville. I definitely am grateful that they took the effort to contact me because most do not. Great customer service and great Chengdu cold noodles!
(5)Robin S.
Veggie dumplings - nice. A bit of spiciness to them and they go quickly. Get a full order. Cold noodles - pretty decent. The noodles are the right consistency and the seasoning has a light touch. Pleasant people taking and delivering order. Line was short at 11:45 on a rainy Thursday. I was at the register in about 5 minutes, and had food 10 minutes after that. Kinda expensive, but my two items were enough for lunch and dinner.
(4)Myles M.
Gu's Dumplings is but a shell of the formerly grand establishment Gu's Bistro. The food is still good, but the venue is now just a slightly fancier Panda Express in the middle of Krog street market. This makes it much more difficult to justify the prices (~$15 per person). Another issue with their new location is that rice is sold a la carte. Rice really should be included at the prices they charge. The other review about the dumplings are accurate. While delicious, they are not the dumplings that most people think of. Zhong style dumplings are sort of fan-shaped. The filling is concentrated at the flat edge. The dumplings at Gu's Dumplings are broad and contain relatively little filling, even compared to their previous dumplings at Gu's Bistro. Despite the filling to skin ratio, they sure are mouthwatering. We first got a full order of Zhong style pork dumplings which where covered in a spicy and sweet pepper oil sauce ("spicy Zhong sauce"). The extra sauce goes great with rice. We also ordered the Sautéed Chicken with Chili Peppers, which has 1 peanut and 4 spicy pepper icons on the menu. It came with a warning from the cashier about the spiciness. Initially I didn't think it was that bad but the heat began to build. Luckily the sweetness from the dumpling sauce turned it down. Will probably be back again because it's hard to find great SiChuan food in Atlanta, but we really miss the old Gu's Bistro.
(3)Rachel K.
For all you folks that keep complaining how Gu's has lost it's touch...breathe. They JUST opened. Let's give them some slack. Pretty sure all of your favorite restaurants at one point in life had just opened/had to work super hard to resolve some kinks before folks saw the full potential. Plus - KSM still has problems to work out. Let's play nicely, yeah?.... You know who you are :P ^ I myself come from a restaurant family. Definitely remember opening weeks. Parking - KSM has parking decks, done! Since Gu's Dumplings is a pop up shop - you'll have to find seating somewhere in KSM. I know my bf and I had to walk around for a few mins before we got settled. Service - Surprisingly, the line moves fast. Once we were going to check out another restaurant in KSM, we passed by Gu's line & the line was realllllly long (maybe 12ish people). But when the restaurant we wanted to check out had a 1.5 hour wait, we decided to explore others. By that time, Gu's line only had maybe 6 people. The time period of us passing by and coming back out was 15ish mins. So yep, 2 iPad registers that Gu's uses is proving to be efficient. :) I love the iPad method!!!! Prices - I mean they're in Inmark Park/in the heart of ATL. A little more expensive, but understandable and doable. I think once Gu's gets their stuff together permanently, people will be ok with prices, IMO. Food - they give all items in to go boxes. At first, I found it odd- but after thinking about it, it's a pop up shop & it's KSM. Seems like to go boxes are a good way to go since KSM is super busy & have folks in and out. I liked the Zhong Styled Dumplings - it's hard for me to say otherwise. I think once Gu's gets better, I will LOVE the dumplings. Nomnom. I'll never say no to Dumplings! :D Popular item. Szechuan Chicken - WOW. I had 1 bite and my mouth was on fire. People who love spicy, get this. People who are wimps (like me), I recommend something else. But it is very good. I honestly only had a few bites bc I just can't handle spicy. My bf really enjoyed it and seeing me suffer for a little bit haha. Chengdu Cold Noodles - I really liked the noodles. Since my mouth was on fire + was starving, this item was welcomed. But I ate this often at the BuHi location - taste is still the same :) Will be back!!!
(4)Jeff P.
Happy to see Gu's reopen at Krog St.Market.Miss the table service. Monday , Labor Day 1 pm we stood in line 25 minutes to order. We ordered the Spicy Dried Eggplant. They were better than fries! We also had the Spicy Crispy Beef , Kung Pao Chicken and Dan Dan Noodles. Some of the best in the city ,imho. Each dish was great. It was enough food for 4 people with rice.
(4)Amy H.
YUM YUM YUM!!!!! Veggie DUMPLINGS ARE just the best. BEST I tell ya!! So good and spicy and yummy. I am obsessed w the Dan Dan Noodles. I think I dream about these babies. MmmMMmmm. I will say though the food is not that good left over. Def. something to get fresh.
(5)Alex C.
Dang, Gu's. Your establishment up on Buford was pretty damn good. But this place? What the heck?! Your dumplings have maybe 1/3 of an ounce of meat inside. A good dumpling shouldn't need sauce, the sauce should be a compliment. For the pork dumplings, there was so little filling I could only imagine that the sauce is there to cover the vastly overpowering skin to filling ratio. The same issue goes with the dan dan noodles. There's a decent amount of sauce, but the oil is only fragrant, it isn't particularly tasty. That's where the meat goes in, but again, it was maybe a teaspoon of meat for what seemed like a pound of noodles. C'mon. You can do better. You could kill it, but you're skimping. Then there's the cold dishes. Half of them are usually super cheap side dishes that accompany a main meal. But they're charging $9! Tofu skin is not that expensive! All of that said, the flavors are right, but the portioning in each dish needs to be adjusted for the steep pricing, or they need to be more generous.
(1)Troy S.
I have been in total anticipation of Gu's. I am at Krog Street Market pretty often so I couldn't hold back when I heard the opening was finally upon us. There I was, first in line! My order: Spicy Crispy Beef and a half order of pork dumplings (6). The pork dumplings just melt in your mouth. Why the heck did I only order 6?? I need a full order from now on please. The Spicy Crispy Beef is a little steep at $16 for what you get but it is delicious...I can handle more spice for sure but the flavor is perfect. This is another splendid addition to KSM and I'm sure it will be the instigator of more lines with already being widely known as serving some of the best Sichuan in Atlanta at Gu's Bistro. For being the first customer, they gave me a cute "I heart Gu's" coffee mug. They have shirts too. I will likely be there all of the time pouring dumplings down my throat pelican-style. Only criticism is that everything is probably a few dollars overpriced except for the dumplings. Tough to consider spending $20+ for just a walk up and order for one.
(4)Tamera B.
Yes, it's opening week. Yes, there is plenty to work out for Gu's but alas, I'm reviewing if only to give a heads up on a couple of things. I had no intentions of actually coming on opening day, I was actually at Krog St Market for another business but to my delight, there they were. I find it funny that I keep reading that "the wait is over!" in regards to Gu's finally opening in KSM. The wait just moved inside. :-) I expect lines for some time until the hype dies down. But the longer wait is waiting for your food. These things can be worked out and I hope they are but with a small space and everyone converging on them at once...good luck. I am a Gu's virgin, having never been to the Bistro location on BuHi. I know, crazy. It was in my bookmarks and one of the "next" places to get to but they closed so abruptly. So, this was my first experience with them. I tried the vegetable dumplings and the spicy dried eggplant after hearing so much about it. I agree with a previous reviewer, I was a tad bit disappointed and surprised to only see two options for dumplings. I fully expected this place to be mostly about dumplings with a few extras. So, it's not. You can choose between pork or vegetable. Half order (6 - $6) or full order (12- $10). The rest of the menu seems to be a selection of what they served at the bistro - noodles, soups, vegetarian and meat entrees. I do look forward to trying a few, I just expected more dumplings as their name suggests. The veg dumplings were pretty good, a little empty on the filling. It almost seemed like I had a bowl of wonton skin. Gu's is afflicted with one of the problems I'm having with stalls in Krog St Market - pricing. The eggplant is $13 which I thought was a bit too high for what you get. It was tasty but pretty oily and a little mushy. Other dishes I was eyeing ranged from $13-16. I'm all about paying for great, quality food but this pushes the line for me. Will I return? Yep. We are lacking good Chinese in the area and I look forward to the relocation of their Bistro restaurant. But I'll wait a bit for all the groupies to move on to the next new thing.
(3)Zewditu D.
This review is solely based on their dumplings. I visited on opening day and, as you can expect, there was a long line. I waited about 20-25 minutes in line and then maybe 10 min after to get my food. But hey opening day. I ordered 6 pork dumplings. You have to pick either pork or veggie; you cannot mix. The dumplings came out ready to go- in a plastic container and bagged. Utensils and napkins were on the counter. The dumplings come soaked in a sweet and spicy sauce. They were quite delicious. The sauce was perfect. Six will not fill you up. You should order 12 or get sides or both. I will definitely be back to get these and try other dishes.
(5)Christy B.
Since "Dumplings" is the namesake, that's what I had to try on my first visit. And I'm happy to say that they were good enough that I plan to try more from their menu next time. I got a half order of veggie dumplings and a half order of pork dumplings so I could a) stuff myself silly, and b) figure out which I'll eat next time. Two half orders put my meal at about $12.50 before tip- not bad for a full tummy at KSM. Both types are drizzled/soaked with chili oil. That's actually my only small complaint- that there was way too much oil in the bowl with the dumplings. It made it so that they were dripping, and when you take one of those awkward sideways bites (because you're doing a bad job with the chopsticks) oil gets flung onto your shirt, face, etc. I preferred the veggie over the pork dumplings because the wrappers were more flavorful (and they're green!), and the dumplings themselves aren't so bulky, so they're easier to handle with chopsticks.
(4)Stephie Z.
I loved Gu's on Buford Hwy. Prices were good, food was good, but it was too damn far from my house and I often had to choose which of my favorite asian places I felt like eating at when in that area. Woo Nam Jeong, Sushi House Hayakawa, Mamak, Quoc Huong...so many choices within a mile of 285. Now Gu's is in Krog Market, less than half a mile from the homestead. Gah. Now of course it's competing with all my favorite Krog Market haunts like Craft and Yalla. What's a girl to do? The only dishes I've gotten from the new locale is the fried eggplant and the chengdu noodles. Both taste the exact same as they did when on Burd Hwy. Yes, they are a bit more expensive...so expensive that I sort of want to not get them, but I understand that this is a new spot with considerably higher rent than a majority empty suburban shopping center. Unfortunately you can see that with all the resto's in Krog market. It's one of those things anyone should know when walking in to this "fancy" food mall. Be prepared to pay more. To get off my high horse, I will again say that I do think the price is a pinch too high, but then again I can't get the deliciously sweet, slightly spicy, and slurpy chengdu noodles anywhere else. I can however learn how to make an iteration at home, which is next on the agenda. Until then however I've got to swing by Krog Market and get my noodle and eggplant on.
(4)James P.
I may be a little biased because I love Krog Street Market so much, but who cares! Gu's dumplings are delicious and you can't come to a market like this and not expect the prices to be a little steep. We've tried almost every restaurant at Krog Street Market, and trust me, Gu's probably has the cheapest eats there. We've only had the dumplings since we were trying it as an "appetizer" while we waited for our Craft Izakaya reservation, but I will be back to review their other entrees.
(4)Adam C.
I'm a little concerned by the current overall score at 3 star only because I don't it accurately reflects the food at Gu's for any first timer whose never heard of Gu's. To give you the real quick and dirty, the food here is great. Everything on the menu seems to be their most popular dishes. If you haven't read by now, definitely get the dumplings. I think what people are complaining about is the fact that Gu's closed their Buford Highway location and now currently only operates this location. So, they went from a full service restaurant in an unique ethnic community to a super in-town trendy location. While I definitely think it is odd and big fan of going to Buford Highway in general, I don't want that to count against their food and prohibit anyone from thinking about trying this place just because people are upset about their business decision. So, if you read this, TRY IT AND FALL IN LOVE! (Unless you generally don't like asian flavors, this place might not be for you. Hopefully you caught on)
(4)Stormtrooper H.
I was so upset when they closed the restaurant, but was hopeful that this location would be good enough to fill me need for Gu's. Nope.. none of the dishes I like are on the menu, prices are much higher and I was left feeling like I could have gone to Chin-Chin for something better at half the price (that's a dig, not an endorsement of Chin-Chin). The dumplings were still great, but the Chongqing Spicy Chicken was dry, in fact so dry that I went to ask for some sauce to put on it and they had it on the menu for $1, which after paying $15 for this single serving and $1 for rice I was pissed off by. I get that Krog Street Market is a yuppie food court, and that Gu's is cashing in, but I'm really disappointed in loosing such a great spot. I will not be back. (Dumplings 5 stars, everything else 0 stars)
(2)Connie A.
After an epic fail of trying to get brunch at Highland Bakery.... we came to Krog Street. Not really sure why this place has a low star rating, but the day I went (a busy, busy Mother's Day) was a good day for their food! We got a full order of their signature: Zhong Style Dumplings. The texture wasn't super mushy like I was expecting, judging from the appearance. The sauce and meat filling inside were extremely flavorful, slightly sweet and spicy. I specifically ordered the Chengdu noodles, solely because there's a panda reserve in Chengdu. Yeah. I'm a panda-loving loser. The egg noodles were wonderful! I love the doughiness of them and they were easy to eat. The next day, I had them for lunch and they were even better. For the people that say, "Man this is too greasy." Sichuan cooking involves the heavy application of chili oil (also a reason why 75% of the menu has a pepper hot symbol next to the items). The chili oil (while greasy) is sweet with a bit of tang. I'd totally drink it as sauce, but my acid reflux would beg to disagree.
(4)Jumi Y.
Overall, no me Gu's-ta.. But 2.5 stars and rounding up to 3 for the tasty potential of the dumplings. This place made me so sad as dumplings are my favorite food group. I love them in all forms. How can you go wrong with a starch pocket filled with little treats? Unfortunately, Gu's anemic rendition of the pork dumpling left much to the imagination and left me $10 poorer and still hungry. Seriously, I don't know if the rent is way too expensive for them or if they've just lost their minds, but there was about a teaspoon of meat in each standard wonton wrap. 12 of them for $10 sounds reasonable until you realize these are teeny tiny. Lame. The sauce was great though. It was very slightly spicy (this is definitely not Szechuan spicy by any stretch of the imagination) and slightly sweet. They also did not let us order 1/2 veg and 1/2 pork saying it was impossible to do so. That seriously makes no sense. All they have to do is steam 6 of each. Again, lame. I also had the Dan Dan noodles which were boooooring. The noodles were overcooked and the sauce didn't really taste like much except a little chili oil and salt. Don't drop $9 on this. The portion size is small and you're basically spending $9 on some boiled noodles. I ended up dumping the chili oil from the dumplings onto the noodles to help out the taste a little. I may try this place again, but when there are other vendors that make better food for comparable prices, I'm not sure I will.
(3)Taylor A.
Gu's dumplings are wonderful. Yes, they are overpriced, but KSM is not a place for food bargains. The Chengdu noodles blasted my face with flavor and I would eat them every day, but I would end up looking like Buddha himself. The rest of the menu prices are what I would call out-of-control. Yes the food is excellent, but you're ordering it from a stall. $15+ for entrees even at lunchtime is a tad ridiculous. That's like 5 Banh Mi's from Quoc Huong! Even so, the place is perenially busy so people are alright paying that, but I'm just not sure it's sustainable in the long run. Time will tell.
(4)Tom C.
Well, I'll be a monkey's uncle! I had heard so many mixed reviews of Gu's Dumplings that I didn't know what to expect when we showed up Saturday evening. I think it's important, though, to remember there's Gu's Dumplings, and then there's Krog Street Market. Gu's is good, for sure. I understand they've had some growing pains as they get settled in to this space and try the new concept, but I think the food was excellently executed. And, what do you know - they have specials that feature dishes from Gu's Bistro!! Oh, yes, that's right. On Saturday, they had shrimp with walnuts - one of my all-time favorite Gu's dishes. We ordered what may have been the last order they had, and it was everything I thought it could be. Really, so good. As I write this, I'm thinking I should go over there for lunch today in case they've got something special....
(4)Jahmin L.
Yes! I finally got to check out the much-talked-about Gu's Dumplings. I was torn between many items on the menu, but I opted for the spicy dried eggplant since it was something I don't typically see. The eggplant was served in crispy strips topped with sliced garlic, chili peppers, Szechuan peppercorns and cilantro. I could live off cilantro, so I was extremely happy with that combination. The dish was excellent, but it may have put me in a fried food coma. I would've liked to maybe have a side of vegetables over rice on the side. Next time, I'll order the eggplant as just an appetizer and order a more well-rounded main dish. I also ordered the spring rolls because I was sold on the description of "famous Zhong Style Dumplings sauce". Maybe it was because I was overloaded on fried food, but the spring rolls just didn't do it for me. There was nothing extraordinary about them or the sauce, but that's just my humble opinion. I think the prices are a bit steep ($13 for the eggplant) but I'd like to go back and try some additional items like the dumplings, the spicy crispy beef and the dan dan noodles. All in all, a great addition to the ever-changing Krog Street Market.
(4)Vam K.
Granted I did not enjoy a variety of food from Gu's, but I did have their namesake-the dumplings. Veggie dumplings to be exact. This was the longest wait we had at Krog Street market, and dare I say the least impressive? We ordered a small portion, which was still too big. 6 pieces?! 3 would have been more than enough. An even better idea than that? Saving your appetite and going elsewhere. The dumplings were lackluster, with all of the flavor coming from the sauce, which unfortunately just wasn't very good. The texture, of both the filling and the wrapper was off. Both being a weird combination of gritty and rubbery. I asked for a sample of their tofu, hoping to find a positive in this restaurant, unfortunately I was let down again. The supposedly supremely spicy tofu dish, which was given their highest rating of heat, was medium, at most.
(1)Jon G.
I really enjoyed my food I had a full order of pork dumplings and a spring roll. Very tasty but not a mind blowing thing. I do like that they have a picture screen with pictures of the food that you want to order very helpful. Everyone was very nice nice and helpful. I will go back and try something else on their menu the crispy beef looks good. But there is alot of competition in krog street market.
(4)Austin K.
Very disappointed... Is not like gu's bistro anymore... They are located inside a food court and with very limited choice. I mean... Very limited choice!!! Price went up too compare to what they used to be. I would definitely go back to gu's bistro, but not gu's dumplings
(3)Amelia J.
Alright-- Gu's is still getting their act together. To be totally fair, Krog Street Market in general is still getting their act together. So, yeah, right now the wait is a little ridiculous. The line is confusing (I stood with people waiting to pick up their order for ages, before realizing it wasn't the line to *place* an order). The menu itself is even a little confusing. BUT, the dumpings are EXCELLENT. So good. I got 6 pork dumplings and they were so, so delicious. 6 was the perfect amount for lunch, though I'm sure I could've eaten 12. Right now, Krog Street Market isn't the place to go if you're in a hurry. But if you're just walking down and can hang out a bit, it's amazing-- and Gu's is a great addition.
(4)Hank P.
I had high hopes. But the hot and sour soup was bland and had too much soy sauce, needed more vinegar and white pepper, a disappointment. The pork dumplings where just 'ok'. The skin was too think and needs more filling. The biggest gripe I have is the value, please see the pic. I think most patrons will give them a try once and likely not return due to the overpriced menus and quality they originally hoped for like me.
(2)Marcus O.
Full Disclosure: I am a long-time "follower of Gu" from the original Buford Highway location, so coming here was a lot of getting my fix. Your favorites from the old location are here -- I went for the Chengdu Noodles and the Chongquing Spicy Chicken today, and they were as on-point as I've ever had them. However, I had to take a star away because of a mixture of price and lack of clarity about that price: One of my favorite traits of the original Gu's was the portion size for the money. I didn't come here expecting the same value--but at first their prices blew me out of the water! I was looking at a $24 lunch if I wanted my noodle and spicy chicken fix! I went for it anyway and was pleasantly surprised to find that the portions were *more* than large enough for two, maybe even three to share. If you go here alone, you're going to have a hard time getting a taste for their menu without having a lot of leftovers and breaking the bank. If you're willing to take food home, almost all of the meals I've had from Gu heat up (or eat cold) really well the next day. If you have to go alone, splurge for a half order of dumplings and the Chengdu Cold Noodles. That'll keep you under 15 bucks and give you a great taste for Gu's. If you go with a group, Dumplings, Chengdu, and Chongquing are mandatory, explore from there. An order of those three will set you back around 30-35 I want to say, and comfortably feed 3.
(4)Keith B.
Gu is Gud, Really Gud Creative Loafing recently rated Gu's Zhong-Style Dumpling as one of the top 100 dishes you must eat in Atlanta. So I had to try it...and I agree! Gu's is just a counter in the Krog Street Market. This isn't necessarily fast food. They must make everything fresh because it takes a little while to get your order--and that's OK for food this good. The dumplings can be filled with either pork or vegetables. The sauce poured over them is fantastic and I would probably eat twigs covered in the stuff.
(4)Kristin F.
Billed as best dumplings in Atlanta. Way to oily in my opinion. Kung pao chicken was bland and oily also, LOTS of garlic. Not spicy at all. Just meh for me.
(3)Sam L.
I work at the stone works so I'm making my rounds with the restaurants at Krog St Market. Let me start by saying the food I had was pretty good. I went for the pork dumplings (half order) and the veggie spring rolls. I was warned that the service was slow but I didn't think it was all that bad. Someone also mentioned that all of the food options in KSM were a little pricey. I paid $10 for my meal and that was fair I guess. I went with 3 stars because I think it's too expensive. Many of the other dishes are $13 and above, which is too much. Go a few miles away and pay significantly less for food that's just as good.
(3)Jason V.
Located in the Krog Street Market food court, Gu's Dumplings offers great tasting food, fast. We ordered the cold noodles, half order of pork dumplings and a full order of vegetable dumplings with a diet coke. My belly was happy but my wallet was not impressed. Total order came out to $30. Overall, I loved it and I'll be back. When I get paid again.
(4)Lucy W.
Full order of (12) pork dumplings- doused with a sweet chili, but not spicy, sauce. I wish the sauce came on the side, so I can control the amount of sauce I want with my dumplings. Dumplings themselves were tasty...but I received them lukewarm instead of hot. Green beans- blistered green beans are one of my favorite dishes ever...this was well prepared, with blistered look, but wish it came with pork, as the traditional version does. I think they took out the pork so that this entree can be considered vegetarian. Crispy beef- I could barely tell what kind of meat this was, and was laden with a lot of cilantro and spices. Cold noodles- similar sweet chili sauce as the dumpling sauce. I expected the noodles to be a lot more spicy, since traditional cold noodles sometimes can burn your tongue/lips/face off with extreme spiciness, but this was pretty mild. White rice- you have to order rice separately, since it does not come with any of the dishes. Overall, Gu's pretty much met my expectations, which was that this would probably be dumbed down versions of Szechuan food for people who don't know any better, or don't care to. It is also very expensive...expect the Krog Street Market upcharge on all items, which is a few dollars higher than what it would have cost elsewhere. My order total was $51 for the items listed above. I'm glad that Krog Street Market is diversifying their food vendor options and I understand that rents are high and that passes through to the food prices...but that doesn't mean I have to be happy paying them.
(3)Mary Beth L.
I've had my fingers crossed on this one for awhile. I LOVED the Buford Highway restaurant and I'm sure I will LOVE the new restaurant when it opens. I was also very excited about the potential of the Krog Street Market stall. I realize that it has only been open a few weeks and I have only been to it once. I really hope that it can catch up to speed. That said, here's what I found. On the positive side it's adorable and the staff is extremely personable. I love the idea of being able to buy the bottled dumpling sauce...or at least I did until I had my beloved Zhong style dumplings at the stall. I am a Gu's Zhong style dumpling addict...mainly because of the sauce. The flavor of the sauce at the now-closed restaurant was out of this world. Also, I appreciated that the dumplings were always liberally sauced. It was such a treat especially on a cold rainy day. I ordered a half-order of the pork dumplings. (1) there was very, very, little sauce on them (2) The sauce seemed bland and relatively flavorless compared to the sauce I had not that long ago at the Buford Highway restaurant. Maybe it was a volume issue? I am not a chef and I don't know what happened but considering the uptick in price (yes, I'm sure rent at the trendy foodie mecca is pricey and that's ok) I really wanted a comparable experience in terms of flavor. I did like the cold sauteed peppers although it is my sincere hope that the hot peppers in black vinegar will be part of the new restaurant. At least the ones at the stall microwave well.
(2)Vy N.
We usually go to the Buford Hwy location, but since it closed, we figured we'd try this new location. Seems like some of the same staff. They had all the stuff we usually order at Gu's Bistro but they said they were still trying to get the hang of things and didn't have the crispy spicy beef, but the cashier made a good alternative dish recommendation. Ordered cold noodles, pork dumplings, and chicken&broccoli. All really good. Dumplings were a bit smaller than usual. Food seems to be a little more expensive, but all in all still really good. Will be returning for my Gu's fix!
(4)Kit C.
Great addition to Krog Street Market! Delicious! Spicy dried eggplant was the best thing I ordered! Dumplings were good too! Came the first day they opened for lunch, so a little rough. Long lines, dumplings had cooled some. Still was a great lunch though. Can't wait until they got some more experience, will only get better!
(4)Molli V.
Pros: - Their dumplings are really good Cons: - Everything is WAY OVERPRICED! 1) extra sauce is $1 for about 1 spoonful of sauce!! (one of those itty bitty to go sauce containers). 2) their entree's don't come with rice, you have to pay extra for rice. wth. AND it's owned by asians so you know they know this ain't right. 3) the entree's aren't what you pay for. (we got the crunchy beef and it was $16.. NO RICE) and it was dry and needed salt. 4) the dan dan noodles were bland, unless u got a bite of meat with it. there was only a little bit of meat on top tho so... Basically the dumplings are yummy, but that's it. Everything else is not worth paying for. Get chinese takeout. I also hate to support businesses that overcharge for no reason (they're in a freakin food court, their food aint even all natural/non gmo/all organic).
(2)D L.
I unknowingly went on opening day, which I don't normally do because I dislike opening day issues. This place was no exception. Service was slooow and I waited in line for 25 min just to order (with about 5 groups/orders ahead of me) and another 10 min for my food. By the time I walked away with my food, the line had doubled in size. I got a half order of pork dumplings, which was delicious. I never ate at the original Gu's Bistro but heard great things about the dumplings. I'm not sure if it was done so on purpose but the dumplings were served lukewarm, which turned out nice because I think that allowed me to taste the sweet/spicy chili oil sauce better. The dumpling skin was also cooked al dente, soft and a little chewy. If I had to do over, I would get a full order and call it dinner. I also got the Chengdu cold noodles. It was good but it left me wanting more...something. I think it needed protein or some veggies. I'd be willing to give this place another shot in about a month or two when they've worked through their new restaurant issues. I'd want more dumplings and to try their meat entrees.
(3)Benjamin G.
You know, I was a little sad to read other reviews for Gu's Dumplings. I was such a huge fan of Gu's Bistro up BuHi and I was really stoked to see these guys stepping up and taking over a great spot in Krog St Market. So, in reading what others were experiencing, it was a huge surprise to see. However, our visit produced great results and everything was fantastic. They close after lunch to restock and prep more, so we came in right at 5pm for some dumplings. And, much like Gu's Bistro, the pork dumplings were fantastic. I love that chili oil so much and greatly appreciate that warming heat with each bite. The flavors are pretty strong and definitely on the bolder side of hot, but I think just about anyone could handle an order of these. Also, we had a chance to try the veg dumplings. They were equally delicious and were wrapped in a veggie-style dumpling wrap. It's pretty easy to pound a dozen of these. We also had a chance to try the dry fried eggplant -- of which we are both huge fans of. It wasn't as spicy as other varieties I've had before, but it definitely scratched the itch of wanting this dish. Definitely something I'd order upon every visit. Now, the one thing I want to address is that far too many people complain about prices in general at Krog Street Market. If you do your research (the menu and prices are online) you can prepare yourself for a visit and not be "surprised" by their prices. Also, it isn't BuHi, so the prices are obviously going to reflect the neighborhood. I think the prices are fine and I'm happy to pay it for the product received. Honestly can't wait to return. There are several noodle dishes on the menu that looked so good and I'm looking forward to trying them all.
(4)Michael B.
Waiting for 20 minutes for a simple order. I don't care about the quality of the food. Unacceptable and no apology for follow. A lot of other options here that are far more expedient and friendly. Do not come here. Waste of your time.
(1)Apoorv S.
So I used to love Gu's Bistro and as a vegetarian, used to love the Kung Pao Lotus Root there. It used to come with vegetables too, so I was excited to try Gu's Dumplings. However, the dish here did not even compare to the one at Gu's Bistro. There were no vegetables and it tasted much worse. Overall, I was sad that the quality had dropped so much. It used to be my favorite Chinese place in Atlanta.
(2)Scott Y.
Unless they change quickly, you're going to read the words "expensive" and "underwhelming" a lot. Fans of Gu's Bistro had high hopes for this place. Ordered the dumplings, Cheng-du noodles, and eggplant. The dumplings were the size of a wonton from a poor American-Chinese restaurant - small, bland previous frozen meat with mostly wrapping. It goes to show you a terrible wonton is still terrible no matter how much sauce is over it. When it's two major flavors in your dish, noodles and sauce, the sauce has to pull through but sadly it didn't. It lacked everything but oil. The eggplant was the highlight. Imagine thick eggplant fries mixed with a dry seasoning of salt, sichuan peppercorns, cilranto. It was mild spicy, nice flavor, and just enough salt. While I would order it again, I liked Peter Chang's version better. I hope Gu reads these reviews. He needs to step up his game. You can't charge restaurant prices for small portions of average food and make it. Hipsters in Krog Street can tell.
(3)Lucy C.
This place wasn't good at all. Not worth all the hype. The spicy sauce had no real flavor and the dumplings tasted like they were frozen.
(1)Mike C.
Couldn't even get past the doped up twink at the counter. No. Had a sandwich elsewhere.
(1)Anant S.
This review is just for the dumpling. They took a while to come out. But once they did they were worth the wait. Pork of course.
(4)Emily M.
Ordered the special: crispy fish with peanuts. Delicious. So much fish, so much crispy fish. Served with a smattering of peppers, onions, whole garlic, and peanuts. Pleasantly surprised by this dish. Please put this on the main menu - blows any fish n chips out of the water.
(5)Craig A.
The pork dumplings are good and it was opening day which is why I'm being lenient and giving this place a second star...for now. The primary offense here is that Gu's dumbed down its full restaurant concept (Gu's Bistro) to meet the perceived demands of the market in this area - and it's insulting. Enjoy your $15 Kung Pao chicken, silly white people, is basically what they're telling us. I'm pretty new to ATL, having moved from NYC. And it seemed like ATL was on the verge of becoming an interesting culinary city. People clearly care about good food here but so far most of that care has been plowed into improving familiar foods (Southern, New American, burgers). There are high quality 'ethnic' restaurants in Atlanta - like Gu's Bistro (RIP) - but they are largely contained in specific areas like Buford Highway. So it was very encouraging to see Gu's coming to the heart of Intown Atlanta. And I truly believe that the residents here are ready for these types of restaurants. This is why this concept is particularly disheartening. This place, sadly, has more in common with Panda Express than Gu's Bistro. I tried to pull up the Bistro menu to do a comparison but it's no longer available since the Bistro has been closed. Regardless, the menu here is clearly perverted to meet our shitty American tastes. Fully one third of the menu items contain "sweet" in the description. That's not schezuan food. (Also, bizarrely every single menu item description, save white rice, ends with at least one exclamation mark). The Dan Dan is made with ground beef not pork - that's (probably) punishable by jail time in China. BTW - the Dan Dan is the worst version I have ever had anywhere - what little meat there was was old tasting and there was no heat to the dish and it was overcooked - terrible execution. I didn't expect this place to have tripe and tongue (personal fave and great beer food) or rabbit casserole. I did expect it serve a variety of excellent dumplings and some authentic noodle dishes. Introducing people to a new cuisine is undoubtedly difficult and risky as a business owner and it's clearly beyond the (initial) skill and / or ambition of this establishment. The pork dumplings are good if a bit sweet. But here's another thing - for a restaurant that's name includes the word "Dumplings" it doesn't make much sense to only serve two types of dumplings. That's like a sandwich shop only making ham or turkey sandwiches. I'm pretty certain the Bistro had variety of dumplings and maybe that should have been the focus here. Wait times were also atrocious (granted first day) and that may be because the poor schezuan chef is in the back reading a recipe on the Food Network for Chicken and Broccoli (oh but theirs has cilantro so I guess that makes it legit). Anyway - Gu's - how about you take a leap of faith and make food you're proud of instead of this. If it doesn't work out I promise I'll donate to the Kickstarter for the your next project which will probably be the Chipotle of 'Schezuan' food.
(2)Mustard Mayo I.
Pros: Convenient (?), friendly service Cons: Greasy food, expensive for what it is After much hype for this place, it's a general letdown. The food is no better than mall cafeteria Chinese. The dumplings are OK, soaked in super greasy sauce. In fact, every dish I ordered including string beans and noodles were greasy af. And spicy, if you can't do spicy don't bother. Judging from their name, I was expecting a couple varieties of dumplings, they have just pork or vegetable. I had this image in my head of fat scrumptious dumplings in a sauce that's kind of soup-ish. What I got were tiny sad sacks with rabbit pellet meat servings, swimming in oil. They also need to either tape their menus onto the waiting line area or make them more available for those waiting in line to read it. Actually it really doesn't matter to me cause I'm not coming back.
(2)Kira G.
It's too bad I have to mention the prices before the food. But they are high to the point of slightly ridiculous. Like even too high for Krog Market. My six small veggie dumplings were $6 and my small cup of soup was $5. An $11 meal that left me hungry. And I went for the cheap stuff. This is served cafeteria style, remember. And now the quality of the food. I loved the concepts of the two dishes, but they were unfortunately nothing special. The soup had fresh mushrooms, but the broth held no particular flavor. The dumplings were small, and again, they were good but did not pack any particular punch. If I could have bought this stuff for less, I'd be satisfied and would go back. The best thing I had on a previous visit was the Spicy Dried Eggplant. It's spicy and delicious. But someone else ordered it. At $13 a pop, I literally never would. I desperately want to try the rest of the menu. But I'll guess at this point you know why I won't. For flavor, regardless of price, I prefer some of the other Krog Street stands. Gu's, I want you to get better. I loved your Bistro. Please keep on working on it. I'll come back in a few months and see if you've picked it up.
(3)Alice W.
In short, under-whelming and way too greasy. Most of the other places in Krog St market are a pretty good example of an elevated version of whatever cuisine they are suppose to be... this place could not be further from the case for Chinese dumplings. It really sucks, b/c I really wish there was an awesome dumpling place I could go to in Krog St. I am Chinese (I know what these are suppose to taste like) and love dumplings and was super excited when it was first announced that there would be a dumpling place in Krog St Market. The thought of not having to venture out to Buford Hwy and instead walking down the block got my hopes up. Alas, hopes were dashed... It's really quite disappointing to find that most Chinese places in Atlanta (aside from some of the good restaurants on Buford Hwy) are just throwing in the grease like there's no tomorrow. If I wanted to feel like I ate nothing but carbs + oil I'd just eat french fries! These dumplings were mostly shell + a lil bit of meat + LOTs of OIL. And yeah, they tried to make it taste authentic but any bit of good flavor is completely drenched in oil. This isn't how my grandma or mother would have made dumplings. I understand that it needs to be adapted to satisfy a diverse range of taste buds, but dumbing it down with oil is just insulting and should not be allowed to be called Chinese or Asian inspired. Do yourself a favor and buy a ticket to California and go eat some real Chinese food in Arcadia/San Gabriel Valley and maybe hire one of those chefs and bring them back here to make some real dumplings.
(2)Mallory T.
Honestly for krog street market I'm always prepared for an extremely stressful time getting food and drinks and what not but last night it wasn't bad at all. We walked up waited maybe 3 minutes to order and this is my first time at gu's dumplings so we of course order the dumplings and I get the crispy beef dish. We waited maybe 5 minutes for our orders which is crazy unheard of at krog haha. And we actually found seating fairly quickly (I blame the rain but I was happy with it.) Both dishes definitely hit the spot but it was like $36 for two entrees and a half order of dumplings so that's a little ridiculous but it was good the dumplings were a little too sticky and the beef if you don't like cilantro it isn't for you, I for one loved it though. I'll be back for sure!
(4)Julia Z.
Overall: I've been wanting to try Gu's Dumplings for a while after hearing amazing reviews about Gu's Bistro. I didn't try anything else on the menu as I assumed the dumplings would be the main show. Overall, I was a little disappointed. Food: As noted before, we only ordered the pork dumplings. Unfortunately, it seemed like they were skimping on the filling. Dumplings were very flat/thin, and I was getting more of the doughy skin. It might be because I'm comparing these to the ones my great-aunts would make me back home. I'll definitely try the other dishes in the near future, as I've heard nothing but good things about the old restaurant. Service: Service wasn't that slow. We had to wait around 5-8 minutes for the dumplings, but with how busy Krog Street is, it makes a lot of sense. Price: Decently priced for the amount of dumplings they give you, but unfortunately, wasn't completely worth it.
(3)Stuart A.
First and foremost, szechuan or sichuan chinese is probably unlike any chinese you've already had, so if you are looking for a new chinese experience this place gets my absolute recommendation. We tried; Chongqing spicy chicken, crispy beef, hot and sour soup, dumplings, and Dan Dan noddles. The dan dan noodles were a little bland for my taste, which is rare with Sichuan chinese, and everything else was fittingly an aromatic flavor explosion. My favorite things, which are my only recommendations, are the crispy beef and the dumplings. I really liked the chewy dough of the dumplings, and the flavor was outstanding; spicy and slightly sweet. Similarly, the crispy beef tossed with warm cilantro and chilis was delicious. The spicy chicken good, but I didn't find it something that i'd crave. I *did not* enjoy the hot and sour soup. Summary, long lines (which is prob just KSM craze), slightly above average chinese, somewhat costly for what it is, but you definitely wont be hungry after.
(3)Sebastian M.
My wife and I sampled the pork dumplings. They were pretty good. Good flavor and sauce. A little bit of heat. I prefer soup dumplings, which these are not. The process was pretty easy. You order at the counter and they call your name when it's ready. I would come back and try some of the other items.
(3)Jeff B.
I was very anxious for this to open since I heard such great things about the Buford location. But I was disappointed and a little let down. The food was edible but it was not by any means great. We ordered Kung pao chicken, hot and sour soup and the pork dumplings. The soup was good but it lacked solids. It had maybe had 2 pieces of tofu and a what I think was a mushroom slice. The rest was crazy hot liquid. The dumplings were good but they were a little shy on meat. Finally the big disappointment was the chicken. It was all dark meat with a few pieces of fat mixed in. It didn't have a lot off flavor either, just spice. Plus you have to pay for rice. Yeah it's only a dollar but the container was half full. I'm probably being generous with 3 stars but I'm giving them a chance hoping they'll pick up their game based on reputation. But for now I consider it a overpriced Panda Express.
(3)Law Y.
When I heard they closed the Buford hwy location and opened up at the krog location, I was really excited and ordered 6 different dishes. Pork dumpling, Chengdu cold noodles, Dan Dan noodles, hot & sour soup, Chongqing spicy chicken, and spicy crispy beef. I had expectations thinking the food quality and taste would be similar to the old Buford location, but not only did they have a limited selection of food but I was disappointed in the 6 dishes except for the dumplings. The dumplings were good because they were marinated in sauce. They also charge for rice. I don't understand why it is called Gu's dumplings when they only have two types of dumplings (pork and veggie). The food is not bad, but be prepared for the small proportions.
(3)Weleys S.
Food was pretty good and on par with the quality at Gu's Bistro. I just miss the cumin lamb and tea smoked duck. Whenever you do find yourself at krog st. market make sure to check them out and try the crispy beef.
(3)Christina W.
I can't believe people actually wait in line. The dumplings had as little filling as possible in order to barely qualify as a dumpling. They had zero flavor and we're super soggy. I also got the Dan Dan noodle, which had some spice, but was also super bland. Sorry I missed the bistro on Buford because whatever made this place so special got left on the highway.
(1)Carrie L.
Gu's is very good! The Chengdu Cold Noodles are my favorite, and I haven't tried the dumplings yet but I hear great things. It's a bit pricey for asian food (approx. $10 per entree) but overall a good place to go.
(4)Julz S.
Excellent pork dumplings! Best I've ever had. Krog St. Market is a cool spot to eat at, lots of options. I almost passed this place up but I was so glad I stopped!
(5)Brion F.
Bad first experience. Ordered the dan dan noodles, received a bowl of noodles with very very little meat, almost zero basil etc as described on the menu. They must think we are idiots if we are going to pay $10 for this. Refund please!
(1)Mrs. G.
Maybe they've worked out the kinks! Went last night, the service was friendly and the food was ample and very, very tasty! On another note, what's up with the outdoor fans at Krog Street? Eating outside is like trying to eat in a wind storm. Turn down those fans Krog Street - ridiculous.
(4)Jayce U.
Severely disappointed by this new offshoot. I was a fan of Gu's Bistro and was looking forward to trying their KSM stand. I ordered a full order of pork dumplings and the cold noodles. Both were very bland and not a good value at all. The dumplings used to be one of my favorite items. Now, they are stuffed with tiny, overcooked dry pork balls. The noodles were just flavorless dough. Prices are high, wait times are long and the food I ordered was tasteless. At least the employees were friendly enough. Won't be eating here anytime soon. Now that Yalla has stopped letting patrons choose what to include with their order (and orders are now smaller), there really is very little reason for visiting KSM aside from Hop City.
(2)Sam G.
I had the kung pao lotus root. It was one-note, expensive, and made me feel really sick. Possibly should have gone for the dumplings rather than take the cashier's recommendation. I agree with previous posts that it bothered me that they charge for rice on top of already pricey lunch. Definitely will not be returning.
(1)Jennifer C.
A great addition to the dining options at Krog Street Market. The Kung pao lotus root and spicy dried eggplant are tremendous, though you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The dishes seem more mild than those that were served at the restaurant, but the flavors are just as good. Most are large enough to share.
(5)Duncan M.
The complaints are legit! No filling in the dumplings, almost no meat in the Dan Dan noodles. Prices are very high, even with the higher overhead of KSM. It's sad b/c i loved the Bistro on Buford Highway.
(2)Jp K.
I saw they had Dan Dan Noodles which is my one of favorite dishes. Let's just say it was ok and I didn't even bother to finish half the bowl. The noodles tasted like they where from the dollar store and the rest of the dish was super plain.
(2)Sachi K.
Best thing on the menu by far is the dumplings, crispy beef is also good! The vegetarian options are a bit bland, but in light of the flavorful dumplings I would still give them 5 stars.
(5)Justin C.
I was so disappointed when Gu's Restaurant closed however I'm very glad to have Gu's Dumplings. It is my understanding that it's the same recipes. Everything tastes just as good. I wish that Krog Street were closer to Peachtree Corners. I'd eat there all the time! I love this place!
(5)J. D.
I was a frequent customer at the Buford Hwy store and tried this "express" version today. The actual selections they chose to serve are the same and taste similar, but are served in horrible black plastic take-out containers. I'm scratching my head that a dumpling stand sells only two kinds of dumplings and because they are boiled to order it takes quite a while to get them. This style of food/dumplings doesn't seem to lend itself to quick serve. Also, they are from another planet if they think $17 is a fair price for Kung Pao chicken and white rice. For lunch? Ridiculous.
(2)Stephen T.
The wait is finally over folks! With the quick exit out of the Buford Highway scene, I was eager to get my Szechuan fix. With Gu's Bistro and Tasty China 2 closed, I was hoping that this would resolve my craving without having to drive all the way up to Smyrna for Tasty China 1. My friend and I sampled four dishes. Naturally we had to get the famous dried fried eggplant, the spicy crispy beef, the Luo Jiang Dried Tofu, and of course Gu's vegetable dumplings. First off, I'd like to acknowledge it's their opening day so I'll cut them slack on the long wait times. The staff was as quick as they could be for a small kitchen. I was still a little disappointed by the food even if they're getting some kinks out. Dried Fried Eggplant: I've always thought Tasty China's dried fried eggplant was superior and today was no different. While Gu's Dumplings did a great rendition of it, it lacks the hot and numbing peppers that keep me wanting more. It not nearly as crispy as I'd like it to be either. The eggplant was a little limp but still flavorful. I'd love to see more dried red peppers in it as well. For the $13, I'd say we were robbed. It's a good dish, don't get me wrong, but isn't worth $13. Dumplings: The vegetable dumplings were packed with flavor but not packed with vegetables. It was a lot of green dumplings with just a little vegetable. The sauce was nice and sweet with a tiny bit of heat. I'd get them again in Pork version but wish they had more substance in them. My friend's opinion: she's had better frozen dumplings from the Asian grocery stores. Now, this is pretty harsh, I wouldn't have said it was that lack luster, but I'd still try it if you've never had it before. Luo Jiang Dried Tofu: Delicious! Don't let looks deceive you! This cold little tofu dish is tasty and as with all Szechuan food packed with flavor and a little kick. I'd definitely get me some more of this. My friend and I both thought that this was the best of the bunch. Give this guy a shot! Spicy Crispy Beef: Presentation: Great! Taste: Good! Price: Too High! Would I get it again? Possibly, but will need to try the other menu items before I even consider getting it again. It was alright. For $16, it better be dang delicious. It was good, but not for this much. Adding more of the Szechuan peppers, cumin, and thinner slices of garlic into the mix and I'd think you'd have an amazing mouth watering recipe. Overall: Gu's Dumplings left more to be desired. I'm not giving up on you yet, but adjust the pricing and maybe tweak the recipes a little more/portion sizes and you're back on the rails to a 4 or 5 star rating! Don't take my word for it though, give it a shot for yourself
(3)Chris S.
Not as good as their old Burford hwy location. The spicey beef was not crispy -- it should be renamed spicey mushy beef. For $16 this dish was not even close to their old quality. Skip this place.
(2)Jenny W.
Disappointed!! Had a higher expectation since it's former place Gu's bistro. But the food does not taste good, and very greasy. The menu option contains either all veggie or all meat. Nothing bewteen. You almost have to order two dishes to complete a meal. The price is high, and charges $1 for rice. Will not go back!
(2)H. H.
I am reluctant to give any place only two stars but I'll tell you why. First, I was excited when they opened for business after reading an article online. After all, the nearest Asian restaurants that are worth eating in are located in Chamblee. We go to Chamblee on occasion, not regularly. The day we went to Gu's there was a confusing sign on the counter pointing to the general direction in which a customer was supposed to line up. The restaurant does not have a dining room so all they need is a sign that says order here. Oh yeah about the two stars. First, the two representatives standing behind the counter were not exactly friendly. In my yoga class for example, the instructor often tells the students to, "smile". The frowns on the two faces behind the counter made me sad and anxious. Well, I ordered anyway. The bowl of food was chicken inspired with some sauce from Hades. Sauce that hot is for food that has no taste or is spoiled. I'm getting hot just thinking about it. You have been warned. With low expectations you should be fine however. P.S. Make sure to get some ice cream down the hall after your meal.
(2)Riki L.
I have been waiting for Gu's to open since I saw the first sign at krog st. So I finally got to go today and, while I've never been to their flag ship, regardless I was disappointed. I'm always weary when a new place seems to have more real estate allotted to marking t-shirts, mugs and their dumpling sauce rather than the menu. Also When a place has dumplings on their logo, I except more than two options; pork or veggie. Spicy not spicy. The people taking the orders were polite, and there was quite a long wait for my dozen dumplings, due to the hype of the new restaurant. Onto the food. I received my dumplings and they just looked like a soggy pile of dough with a bit of meat in them. It was a bad dough to meat ratio. Now granted the sauce that the dumplings were floating in was alright but nothing to write home about, maybe due to being completely underwhelmed by the dumplings. They do have other dishes, most are all marked spicy. So request the spice on the side. If I make it back to Krog, probably eat at a different food station. I
(3)Cori S.
Our family have been long time fans of Gu's Bistro on Buford Highway. So it made sense that we would follow them to Krog Street Market and try out Gu's Dumplings. We were not disappointed! Our favorite noodles and dried fried eggplant were as delicious as always. And I finally got to try their dumplings since they make a vegetable version at this location. They were amazing! We will be back for sure.
(5)Sandra J.
Had this for dinner today and it was awesome. I had to crispy beef, spring rolls, dumplings and Dan Dan noodles. My sister and I shared and we still have food left over. Their portions are generous to me and I'm kind of a big girl. Loved it! nom nom.
(5)Valsa T.
Love that they have a good number of vegetarian options. I would anytime love their dumplings over noodles. It's awesome!
(3)Brandon M.
Overpriced and not good. Wait is long for disappointment. I had the kung pao chicken and the pork dumplings. The kung pao chicken cost $15, and the serving was not as large as most Asian restaurants. The kung pao chicken was okay, but pretty dry. The dumplings were $6 for 6 pieces. I expected a lot from these, since the store is named after them. The wrapper was undercooked, and therefore had a chewy texture. The wrapper was very big, and barely any meat was put in. The dumplings do not come with any dipping sauce, which makes them even more of a disappointment.
(1)Jack S.
Hush your judgements and get here. It's not your brainless 3am drunken college Chinese place. This is the real stuff. Dumplings that didn't come out of a machine with pork stuffing that didn't come out of a can. The sauce........complex, with just the right heat. We also had the crispy beef and the stir fried string beans. All freshly done and excellent. Get a side of white rice to soak up the dumpling sauce and the crispy bits from the beef. Get a lighter Pilsner beer to pair with it all and......heaven. Haters gotta hate but it only reveals their ignorance.
(5)Jeffrey C.
I was very disappointed when I tried the dumplings. It tasted decent, but the fillings were so small I felt cheated. The fillings were about a size of nickel. It's not worth your money. I also ordered Kung Pao chicken which was better than most places I tried.
(3)Adam B.
As a regular at Gu's Bistro, I was disappointed when they suddenly closed (one reason being that the place had gotten too busy for their average sized restaurant space), but I was thrilled when Gu's Dumplings opened, fifteen minutes from where I live. My two favorite dishes, the Spicy Dried Eggplant (one of the most incredible Chinese dishes ever) and the Chengdu Cold Noodles, are on the pared down menu. A few weeks ago, I went to Los Angeles, where Szechuan cuisine has become a big deal, and ate at four of the hot spots in the San Gabriel Valley, none of which had any dish that compared to the two I've mentioned above (except maybe the Spicy Cauliflower at Happy Tasty). Some of these places, like Chengdu Taste, may be closer to traditional Szechuan cuisine, but Gu's dishes are fancier, more inspired and unlike much of the Chinese food that has come before it. The Pulitizer Prize winning food critic, Jonathan Gold, who has written a lot about Szechuan and regional Chinese cuisine, should fly to Atlanta and check out Gu's. The Bistro didn't have vegetarian dumplings on the menu, but this newer spot does. I think the sweet, somewhat spicy sauce is excellent, while the dumplings are just above average. Several folks on Yelp have complained about the prices, but every spot at the Krog Market is expensive, where a falafel sandwich can cost $12. Like most everyone else, I preferred Gu's Bistro, the cavernous Krog Market being an entirely different experience. I think Gu's Dumplings works best as food to go and they might consider a delivery service, but I have no problem with seeking out a table at Krog Market either. It would be great if they found a large restaurant space in town, but I understand they are no longer looking for one, as the elderly Chef Gu isn't up for handling a full menu and restaurant again. Regardless, I will frequent Gu's Dumplings, as often as I can, because it's about the best food I can imagine.
(5)Becky T.
VERY DISAPPOINTING! My sister and I have been holding our breath for this place to open as we are BIG fans of Sichuan chinese food and eat it often. We are Tasty China fans & were excited to hopefully become Gu's fans as it is walking distance for us & it sure would be nice to have a good place Intown... .however: If you are a true dumpling fan definitely get your fix on Buford Highway & pass on getting them here. I ordered the pork dumplings and the dumplings were as flat as pancakes. There was a pea size amount of pork in each one. We literally stared at the dish thinking what is that? I'm accustomed to dumplings filled with your choice of meat & for $1 a dumpling - come on. However, the sauce they were in was tasty but we would have preferred a little more heat. Next, we anxiously opened the Dan Dan noodles hoping this dish would be better but they disappointed too. The noodles were gummy & the dish was bland. We were looking for heat and didn't get any. We thought ok, we got the 4 chili chicken, which is supposed to light you up, so this will be the saving grace. Another miss! The chicken was nicely cooked but wasn't really spicy at all. It reminded us of Kung Pao Chicken, which is something I would never order and you would get an any ordinary Chinese restaurant. We needed more heat so we asked for a side of sichuan peppercorn. We got a to go cup filled with maybe a few sprinkles of peppercorn. It was quite amusing so we just laughed and thought we are obviously at the wrong place looking for flavorful and spicy food. The SAVING GRACE was the dry fried eggplant. If this is the only dish you get at Gu's then you'll be happy. Perfectly fried, just the right amounts of cilantro and chills and the numbing sichuan peppercorn is there. It was a bit salty but compared to the rest of our dishes it had the flavor profile we were looking for. Overall, we won't be going back. Prices are a bit steep for what you get and if you are a true numbing sichuan peppercorn fan then head up to Tasty China for your fix!
(1)Giulio G.
I have been waiting for Gu's to open since I have heard they were coming to KSM. I finally tried them this past Saturday and thought the food was pretty good. I have been reading the rest of the reviews that other diners left and I am little troubled by what I read. DUMPLINGS: Don't expect to find a ton of different kinds of dumplings ala Dim Sum. Gu's is not a Cantonese restaurant. Szechuan style dumplings are very basic. GU'S BISTRO: Expecting to find the same dishes you enjoyed there is ridiculous at best. Gu's Dumplings is essentially a food stand with a kitchen the size of a cubicle. Overall I think they do a very good job what they have to work with. FOOD QUANTITY: How can people complain about that? I got 2 dishes (Szechuan chicken with chilli peppers and the green beans) and I am still working on finishing it up on Monday. This is not Panda Express where you get a bucket of oil with a bunch of vegetables and 3 pieces of meat. The entire container you get is full of well seasoned meat and (thank goodness) not a ton of sauce, but just enough to flavor the food. FINALLY: The food is pretty hot, even the so called mild is still spicy enough to feel your mouth burning especially after a few minutes of eating. If you don't like spicy food why are you trying Szechuan?
(4)Edward L.
Cashier was very nice. The dumplings were really good and the sauce was perfect. The cabbage and tofu both were also well spiced.
(5)Kellie J.
I went on a rainy thursday night and was happy to report there was no line. I had the dumplings and the spicy chicken. I like the dumplings a lot but the spicy chicken was dry and was just ok. It's also on the expensive side - I expected more for the price.
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