Ugly Dumpling Clifton Menu 2026

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Ugly Dumpling Clifton is listed at 110 Kingsland Road in Passaic County, adding a North Jersey option between the Morris Plains and Bronx restaurants. It will serve the chain’s standard lineup of soup dumplings, dim sum, noodles, wok dishes and boba.

This guide covers the menu with reference prices and what to order, with notes for diners from Clifton, Nutley, Passaic, Montclair and Rutherford.

Ugly Dumpling Clifton at a Glance

Address110 Kingsland Rd, Clifton, NJ 07014
AreaKingsland Road, Passaic County
StatusIn development (not open yet)
PhoneNot available until the restaurant opens
HoursNot published on the official site yet. Check the Google Maps listing before you go.
Typical spendAbout $20 to $30 per person with a drink (reference prices)

Prices below come from the Edison, NJ menu (reference prices, reviewed periodically). The Clifton, NJ restaurant uses the same core menu, but individual prices, portion counts and specials can differ, and delivery apps usually charge more.

Soup Dumplings (Xiao Long Bao)

Six-piece baskets steamed to order. The sampler is the easiest way to taste several fillings at once.

ItemPrice
Pork Soup Dumplings (6)Classic pork filling with hot broth inside$13.80
Ugly Dumpling Sampler (6)Mixed basket of signature flavors$17.25
Pork & Truffle (6)Pork with an earthy truffle flavor$17.25
Pork & Crab (6)Pork blended with crab meat$14.95
Szechuan Pork (6)Spicy, numbing mala-style broth$13.80
Pork, Shrimp & Spinach (6)Green wrapper, pork and shrimp filling$13.80
Chicken Soup Dumplings (6)Lighter chicken broth$13.80
Vegan Dumplings (6)Plant-based filling$12.65

Dim Sum & Small Plates

Good for sharing between baskets of soup dumplings.

ItemPrice
Pan-Fried Pork Buns (4)Sheng jian bao with a crisp bottom$8.05
Spicy Chicken Wontons (8)Served in chili oil sauce$11.50
Crystal Shrimp Dumplings (6)Har gow in a clear wrapper$12.65
Braised Baby Back RibsSweet and savory glaze$16.10
Scallion PancakesFlaky, pan-fried$6.90
Cucumber SaladCold, garlicky side$6.90
Crispy Popcorn ChickenBite-size fried chicken$10.35
Sweet BBQ Wings (6)Sticky glazed wings$12.65
Garlic GreensWok-tossed seasonal greens$9.20
French FriesEasy pick for kids$6.90

Noodles & Ramen

Bowls and stir-fried noodles that work as a full meal for one person.

ItemPrice
UGLY RamenHouse signature ramen bowl$18.40
Braised Beef Noodle SoupSlow-braised beef in rich broth$17.25
Dan Dan NoodlesSesame, chili and minced pork$14.95
Wonton Noodle SoupClear broth with wontons$14.95
Stir-Fried NoodlesChoice of protein or vegetable$12.65
Green Tea NoodlesMatcha-tinted noodles$12.65
Noodles with Sesame SauceSimple cold or warm tossed noodles$9.20

Wok Dishes & Fried Rice

High-heat wok cooking. Pork Chop Fried Rice is the item most regulars mention.

ItemPrice
Pork Chop Fried RiceCrispy pork chop over egg fried rice$18.40
Orange ChickenCrispy chicken, citrus glaze$18.40
General Tso’s ChickenSweet and mildly spicy$18.40
Kung Pao ChickenPeanuts and dried chili$18.40
Mongolian BeefBeef with scallion and onion$21.85
Beef with BroccoliBrown sauce stir-fry$19.55
Shrimp with Lobster SauceSilky egg-white sauce$21.85
Mapo TofuSoft tofu in chili bean sauce$14.95
Chicken Fried RiceClassic egg fried rice$14.95
Shrimp Fried RiceEgg fried rice with shrimp$16.10
Pineapple Fried RiceSweet and savory$16.10
Combination Fried RiceMixed proteins$17.25
Vegetable Fried RiceMeat-free option$12.65

Boba, Tea & Drinks

Milk teas and fruit drinks. Sweetness and ice can usually be adjusted when ordering.

ItemPrice
Brown Sugar Boba MilkBrown sugar syrup with tapioca pearls$6.90
Taro Milk TeaCreamy, lightly sweet taro$6.90
Classic Milk TeaBlack tea with milk$6.33
Fruity Yogurt DrinkTangy yogurt and fruit$7.48
Iced Sweet CremeDessert-style cream drink$6.00
Honey LemonadeReal honey, no tea$5.75
Hot Jasmine TeaPairs well with rich dishes$3.45
Soft DrinksFountain or canned$2.88

What to Order First in Clifton

  1. 1

    Ugly Dumpling Sampler: Try all the signature flavors before committing to one.

  2. 2

    Braised Baby Back Ribs: A rich, shareable plate that is different from the dumplings.

  3. 3

    Kung Pao Chicken: Moderate heat with peanuts.

  4. 4

    Taro Milk Tea: Creamy and not too sweet.

What This Order Costs

ItemReference price
Ugly Dumpling Sampler$17.25
Braised Baby Back Ribs$16.10
Kung Pao Chicken$18.40
Taro Milk Tea$6.90
Total before tax and tip$58.65

Enough for two people as a first visit. Prices are from the Edison, NJ menu (reference prices, reviewed periodically).

North Jersey Coverage

North Jersey already has Morris Plains, Linden and Edison open, plus the Bronx across the Hudson. Clifton will fill the gap for Passaic and southern Bergen County diners, who currently drive 25 minutes or more to the nearest restaurant.

Kingsland Road is close to Route 3 and the Garden State Parkway, so it should be reachable from Nutley, Rutherford, Lyndhurst and Montclair.

Tips for Visiting Ugly Dumpling Clifton

  • While Clifton is still coming soon, the nearest open North Jersey locations are Morris Plains and Linden.
  • Check the address when ordering delivery; new locations are sometimes slow to appear correctly on apps.
  • Soup dumplings are best eaten within a few minutes of leaving the steamer.

How to Eat Soup Dumplings

Lift the dumpling by its knot, set it on a soup spoon, bite a small opening, sip the broth, then eat the rest with a little black vinegar and ginger. Our ordering guide covers portion sizes and combinations in more detail.

Dietary Options at a Glance

NeedMenu optionsTip
VegetarianVegan Dumplings, Vegetable Fried Rice, Garlic Greens, Cucumber Salad, Scallion PancakesAsk if a dish shares a fryer or wok with meat.
VeganVegan Dumplings, Garlic Greens, Cucumber SaladFried rice usually contains egg; request it without.
Gluten-freeVery limitedWrappers, noodles and most sauces contain wheat and soy sauce.
Shellfish allergyPork or chicken soup dumplings, Orange ChickenCrab and shrimp items are steamed in the same kitchen; tell staff.
Mild spicePork Soup Dumplings, Pork Chop Fried Rice, Orange ChickenSkip Szechuan Pork and chili-oil wontons.

Allergen handling varies by kitchen. Always tell staff about allergies before ordering. See the vegetarian and vegan guide for more.

Ugly Dumpling Clifton FAQ

Is Ugly Dumpling Clifton open?

The official locations page lists Clifton as coming soon.

Where is Ugly Dumpling Clifton?

110 Kingsland Rd, Clifton, NJ 07014.

What is the nearest open Ugly Dumpling to Clifton?

Morris Plains on Route 10 and Linden on West Edgar Road are the closest open New Jersey locations.

Does the menu include vegan dumplings?

Yes. Vegan Dumplings are on the core menu at $12.65 for six on the reference menu.

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