Ugly Dumpling London Menu 2026
Not part of the Ugly Dumpling chain. This restaurant only shares the name.
Ugly Dumpling in London is a separate business from the American Ugly Dumpling chain that serves soup dumplings in New Jersey, New York and other states. It shares the name only. Location directories list it at 1 Newburgh Street, just off Carnaby Street in Soho.
This page explains what the London restaurant is known for, how its menu differs from the US chain covered on the rest of this site, and what to check before you visit.
Ugly Dumpling London at a Glance
| Address | 1 Newburgh St, Carnaby, London W1F 7RB |
|---|---|
| Region | United Kingdom |
| Phone | +44 7539 614694 |
| Status | Independent restaurant, not part of the US Ugly Dumpling chain. Current trading status not confirmed. |
Background
The London business started as a street food stall called The Ugly Dumplings, trading at markets such as Spitalfields. It later opened its first permanent restaurant at 1 Newburgh Street, the small two-floor site that previously housed Pitt Cue Co. and Little Pitt. Industry press reported a second, larger restaurant opening at 30 Rathbone Place in Fitzrovia.
What the London Menu Is Known For
Press coverage at opening described a menu of dumplings that mixes classic Asian fillings with playful Western ones. Fillings mentioned included aromatic duck, prawn and chive, pork belly, satay chicken and spinach with tofu, alongside creative options such as cheeseburger, pizza margherita, Thai green curry and halloumi dumplings, with noodles and salads as sides.
That is a very different style from the US chain, which focuses on Shanghai-style xiao long bao (soup dumplings), dim sum, wok dishes and boba. Menus change, so check the restaurant\u2019s own channels for the current list and prices in pounds.
London Restaurant vs the Ugly Dumpling Chain
| Â | Ugly Dumpling London | Ugly Dumpling chain |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership | Independent London business | US restaurant chain (uglydumpling.us) |
| Signature style | Creative fusion dumplings | Shanghai soup dumplings (XLB) |
| Example dishes | Duck, pork belly, satay chicken, cheeseburger dumplings | Pork soup dumplings, pan-fried pork buns, Pork Chop Fried Rice |
| Prices | In GBP, set by the restaurant | In USD; see our menu pages |
How to Tell Which Ugly Dumpling You Found
Several unrelated restaurants use the Ugly Dumpling name. Before you order or rely on a menu you found online, check these signs:
- The chain's official website is uglydumpling.us. Independent restaurants use their own websites or social pages.
- Chain menus center on six-piece baskets of soup dumplings (xiao long bao), pan-fried pork buns and boba.
- Chain restaurants are currently open in CT, DE, MD, NJ, NY, TX and VA, with more in development in FL, IA, KS, KY, LA, MA, RI and SC.
- Delivery apps sometimes mix up restaurants with similar names, so compare the street address before ordering.
| Chain status | Count | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Open | 15 | Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Virginia |
| In development | 18 | Adds Florida, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, South Carolina |
| Same-name, unaffiliated | 4 | London, Jacksonville, Portland, Vancouver |
Ugly Dumpling London FAQ
Is Ugly Dumpling London part of the US Ugly Dumpling chain?
No. It is an unaffiliated restaurant that happens to use a similar name.
Where is Ugly Dumpling in London?
It is listed at 1 Newburgh St, Carnaby, London W1F 7RB, just off Carnaby Street.
Does Ugly Dumpling London serve soup dumplings?
Its reported menu centers on creative dumplings with fillings like duck, pork belly and satay chicken rather than the xiao long bao the US chain is known for.
Is Ugly Dumpling London still open?
We have not been able to confirm its current status. Call +44 7539 614694 or check recent reviews before visiting.
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