Thumbling Menu: Best Dumplings, XLB, Prices & Wait Tips
Thumbling is one of the most talked-about dumpling restaurants in West Covina, and the reason is simple: people come for the soup dumplings, stay for the pan fried dumplings, then end up ordering noodles, beef roll, cucumber salad, dessert buns, and milk tea too. Thumbling Menu: Best Dumplings, XLB, Prices & Wait Tips.
The menu is big enough to feel confusing on a first visit. There are xiao long bao, steamed dumplings, pan fried dumplings, boiled dumplings, wontons, noodle soups, fried noodles, fried rice, Shanghai rice cakes, stir-fried dishes, desserts, and drinks. This guide keeps it practical: what to order first, what is worth sharing, what travels well for delivery, what to skip, and how the wait works before you drive to West Covina.
Thumbling’s official site lists the restaurant at 228 S Citrus St, West Covina, CA 91791, with hours of Monday–Friday 11:00 a.m.–9:30 p.m. and Saturday–Sunday 10:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
Thumbling Hours 2026
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM – 9:30 PM |
Hours confirmed via Yelp (May 2026). Saturday and Sunday open 30 minutes earlier at 10:30 AM.
Address: 228 S Citrus St, West Covina, CA 91791 (The Square shopping plaza)
Phone: (626) 339-1688
Parking: Free parking lot; can be somewhat difficult on weekends
Thumbling Wait Time & Waitlist System 2026
The Thumbling wait time is the most-discussed aspect of visiting the restaurant. Understanding it before you go saves frustration:
How the waitlist works:
- There is a QR code on a podium at the front entrance — scan it to add your name to the waitlist before entering
- This is first-come, first-served — there is no advance reservation system
- Once you scan in, you can wait outside or nearby until your table is ready
- The app/system tracks your position in line
Realistic wait times:
- Weekday lunches (11 AM–1 PM): 15–30 minutes typical
- Weekday evenings (5–7 PM): 30–60 minutes typical
- Weekend mornings (open–noon): 20–40 minutes
- Weekend peak (Fri/Sat 5–7 PM): 60–90 minutes; arrive early or expect a significant wait
- Best strategy: Arrive 5–10 minutes before opening time on weekends for no wait or very short wait
Pro tips from regulars:
- Scan the QR code the moment you arrive at the parking lot — don’t wait until you’re at the door
- Weekday afternoon (2–4 PM) visits typically have minimal waits
- Party of 2 usually gets seated faster than large groups
- The restaurant fills up even faster on rainy or cold evenings
Ordering at Thumbling is fully QR code–based. Once seated, scan the table QR code to see the menu on your phone and place your order digitally. Staff bring food to the table. Payment is handled digitally via the same system. Tipping is integrated into the checkout flow.
What Should You Order at Thumbling?
For a first visit, order Pork Xiao Long Bao, Pork Pan Fried Dumplings, Beef Roll, and Black Pepper Beef Tenderloin Fried Udon. That order gives you the full Thumbling experience: soup dumplings, crispy-bottom dumplings, a Taiwanese-style appetizer, and one strong noodle dish.
Postmates lists the most ordered Thumbling items as Pork Xiao Long Bao 10 pcs, Black Pepper Beef Tenderloin Fried Udon, and Beef Roll, which matches what many first-time visitors are trying to decide between.
| If You Want | Best Thumbling Order |
|---|---|
| First-time classic | Pork Xiao Long Bao |
| Best crispy dumpling | Pork Pan Fried Dumplings |
| Best appetizer | Beef Roll |
| Best refreshing starter | Marinated Cucumber Salad |
| Best noodle dish | Black Pepper Beef Tenderloin Fried Udon |
| Best soup bowl | HK Style Wonton Noodle Soup |
| Best delivery order | Fried rice or noodle soup |
| Best dessert | Custard XLB or Piggy Buns |
| Best drink | Jasmine tea or milk tea |
Thumbling Menu — Complete Categories
The Thumbling menu is organized into 14 categories:
- Appetizers (開胃菜)
- Steamed Dumplings (蒸麵點) — includes XLB
- Pan Fried Dumplings (煎麵點)
- Boiled Dumplings (水餃類)
- Wonton (雲吞類)
- Noodles Soup (湯麵類)
- Noodles in Sauce (拌面類)
- Fried and Dried Noodle (炒麵類)
- Fried Rice (炒飯類)
- Fried Shanghai Rice Cake (炒年糕類)
- Soup (湯)
- Stir-Fried Dishes (盤菜)
- Dessert (甜點)
- Drinks (饮品)
Thumbling Appetizers Menu With Prices
| Item | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Marinated Cucumber Salad | $9.00–$9.10 | Cold marinated cucumber, chili oil dressing |
| Marinated Seaweed & Bean Sprout Salad | ~$9.00 | Cold salad, sesame dressing |
| Beef Roll (牛肉捲餅) — A7 | $18.00 | Crispy scallion pancake wrapped with sliced marinated beef |
| Sweet & Sour Baby Ribs | ~$14.00 | Crispy fried pork ribs with sweet-sour glaze |
| Sautéed String Beans with Garlic | ~$13.00 | Wok-fired green beans, whole garlic |
| Fried Custard (fried custard bites) | ~$8.00 | Crispy exterior, warm custard interior |
Marinated Cucumber Salad confirmed at $9.00 (Yelp popup pricing) / $9.10 (Seamless). Beef Roll confirmed at $18.00 (Yelp). Beef Roll (A7) confirmed as 3rd most popular item per Postmates order data.
The Marinated Cucumber Salad ($9.00) is the most universally praised appetizer in Thumbling reviews — multiple visitors describe it as “the best we’ve had at any Chinese restaurant.” It’s cold, slightly spicy, tangy, and the right palate cleanser between rich dumpling orders. Multiple regulars explicitly recommend it as a table-essential starter.
The Beef Roll ($18.00) is the second-most reviewed appetizer — crispy scallion pancake wrapped around sliced marinated beef, rolled and sliced. It’s the Taiwanese classic executed with the care Thumbling applies to everything else and generates consistent “must order” mentions.
The Sautéed String Beans with Garlic is the most-requested vegetable side and pairs well with the richer XLB and fried noodle orders. Multiple reviews specifically call out the string beans by name as a standout item.
Thumbling Steamed Dumplings & XLB Menu With Prices
This is the heart of the Thumbling menu — handmade steamed dumplings and xiaolongbao (XLB) soup dumplings. Available in 6-piece and 10-piece portions.
XLB — Xiaolongbao (Soup Dumplings)
| Item | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Pork XLB (豬肉小籠湯包) — S1 | 6 pcs | $13.00 |
| Pork XLB (豬肉小籠湯包) — S1L | 10 pcs | ~$17.00–$18.00 |
| Chicken XLB | 6 pcs | $10.40 |
| Spicy Pork XLB | 6 pcs | ~$13.00 |
| Crab & Pork XLB | ~6 pcs | ~$15.00–$16.00 |
| Creamy Custard XLB (dessert XLB) | 6 pcs | ~$10.00–$12.00 |
Pork XLB 6 pcs confirmed at $13 from Yelp reviewer breakdown. Chicken XLB 6 pcs confirmed at $10.40 from Seamless and Grubhub. Pork XLB 10 pcs (S1L) is the #1 most-ordered item per Postmates data; Yelp menu listing shows Pork Xiao Long Bao at $17.00 (which is consistent with the 10-piece large size).
The Pork XLB is Thumbling’s signature item and the reason people drive from San Diego, Los Angeles, and Orange County. Reviews consistently describe the soup broth as “juicy” and “perfectly seasoned,” with “thinly skin” that holds the broth without breaking during the steam. The 10-piece large order ($17.00) is the recommended size for a group of 2–3 who want to make XLB the focus of the meal.
The Creamy Custard XLB is the dessert version — a golden custard filling inside a steamed xiaolongbao wrapper. The custard is molten when served hot; described as “delicious, but need to eat this steaming hot so the custard is still in liquid form.” It’s one of the most unique items on the menu and a must-order for first-time visitors who want the full Thumbling experience.
Regular Steamed Dumplings
| Item | Pcs | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Pork Steamed Dumplings | ~6 pcs | ~$10.00–$12.00 |
| Vegetable Steamed Dumplings | 6 pcs | ~$10.00–$11.00 |
| Pork & Chive Steamed Dumplings | 6 pcs | ~$10.00–$12.00 |
Thumbling Pan Fried Dumplings Menu With Prices
Pan fried dumplings at Thumbling are served with the bottoms crisped golden and the tops soft — typically served inverted to show the crispy bottom, all pieces connected by a thin lacy batter crust (similar to sheng jian bao style).
| Item | Pcs | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Pork Pan Fried Dumplings | 6 pcs | $9.00 |
| Chicken Pan Fried Dumplings | 6 pcs | $13.00 |
| Yellow Chive, Shrimp & Pork Pan Fried Dumplings | 6 pcs | ~$13.00–$14.00 |
| HK Style BBQ Pork Pan Fried Bun (Bao) | ~4–5 pcs | ~$10.00–$12.00 |
Pork Pan Fried Dumplings confirmed at $9.00 (Yelp reviewer confirmed purchase). Chicken Pan Fried Dumplings confirmed at $13.00 (Grubhub). Yellow Chive, Shrimp & Pork Pan Fried Dumplings mentioned in Yelp reviews as a standout item.
The Pork Pan Fried Dumplings ($9.00 for 6 pieces) are the best-value item on the Thumbling dumpling menu and one of the most-ordered items across all platforms. The crispy batter-connected bottom creates a visual and textural experience reviewers consistently describe as “interesting” and “delicious.” The Chicken Pan Fried Dumplings ($13.00) are the most reviewed individual pan fried item on Google and Yelp — reviewers specifically call them “so good” and “my favorite” above all other dumpling types at Thumbling.
Thumbling Boiled Dumplings Menu With Prices
| Item | Pcs | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Pork & Chive Boiled Dumplings | 8 pcs | ~$11.00–$13.00 |
| Vegetable Boiled Dumplings | 8 pcs | ~$10.00–$12.00 |
| Corn & Pork Boiled Dumplings | 8 pcs | ~$11.00–$13.00 |
Corn & Pork Boiled Dumplings mentioned specifically in Uber Eats review: “Im obsessed with their corn and pork dumplings.” The Chive & Pork Boiled Dumplings are consistently described as “soft and juicy” with a “sweet chili sauce that compliments it well.”
Thumbling Wonton Menu With Prices
| Item | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Shanghai Style Shrimp & Pork Spicy Wontons | $14.00 | Spicy chili sauce wontons |
| HK Style Shrimp & Pork Wonton Noodle Soup | $14.00 | Wontons in clear pork bone broth |
| Chicken & Pork Wonton Soup | ~$12.00–$14.00 | Wontons in broth |
| Spicy Wontons (boiled, sauce) | ~$12.00–$14.00 | Chili oil sauce wontons |
Shanghai Wontons ($14.00) and HK Style Wonton Noodle Soup ($14.00) both confirmed from a Yelp reviewer’s itemized order. The wontons are described as “piping hot” with the broth added after boiling for consistent heat. The HK Style Wonton Noodle Soup — pork bone broth with shrimp and pork wontons and noodles — is the go-to single-bowl meal for visitors who want the soup experience at Thumbling.
Thumbling Noodle Soup Menu With Prices
| Item | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| N1. House Steamed Chicken Noodle Soup | $15.00 | Chicken broth, chicken, noodles |
| N2. House Steamed Beef Noodle Soup | $15.00 | Beef broth, sliced beef, noodles |
| N3. Braised Beef Noodle Soup | $16.00 | Rich braised beef broth, tender beef |
| N4. Fried Pork Chop Noodle Soup | ~$15.00–$16.00 | Crispy pork chop, noodle soup |
N1, N2, N3 prices confirmed from Mealkeyway online ordering system ($15, $15, $16).
Thumbling Fried & Sauce Noodles Menu With Prices
| Item | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Fried Noodle | $20.80 | Stir-fried noodles with chicken |
| Beef Tenderloin Udon with Black Pepper (N15) | ~$17.00 | Wok-fired udon, black pepper sauce |
| Veggie Udon with Black Pepper | ~$15.00 | Wok-fired udon, vegetarian |
| Shrimp Fried Noodle (蝦仁炒面) | ~$18.00 | Wok-fried noodles with shrimp |
Chicken Fried Noodle confirmed at $20.80 (Seamless). Beef Tenderloin Udon with Black Pepper is the #2 most-ordered item at Thumbling per Postmates data; Yelp reviewer confirmed at $17.00 from an itemized order.
The Black Pepper Beef Tenderloin Udon ($17.00) is the menu item that comes up in the most first-time visitor recommendations — rich wok-fired udon in a bold black pepper sauce. Reviews describe it as “so bomb” and “great” but with occasional notes that the beef quantity can be light. It’s the non-dumpling order that most converts return for.
Thumbling Fried Rice Menu With Prices
| Item | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Fried Rice | ~$16.00–$18.00 | Wok-fried rice with chicken, egg |
| Pork Chop Egg Fried Rice | $22.10 | Fried rice with whole fried pork chop |
Pork Chop Egg Fried Rice confirmed at $22.10 (Grubhub). Chicken Fried Rice mentioned as a bestseller in Uber Eats/DoorDash reviews (“Bao, cucumber salad, chicken fried rice. All amazing.”).
Thumbling Fried Shanghai Rice Cake Menu With Prices
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Fried Shanghai Rice Cake (vegetarian) | ~$14.00–$16.00 |
| Fried Shanghai Rice Cake with Pork | ~$16.00–$18.00 |
Shanghai rice cake (nian gao) at Thumbling is wok-fired until crispy on the edges with a chewy interior. One reviewer notes to “recommend less oil when stir frying the rice cake” — an indication that the oil level can be heavy. The vegetarian version uses bok choy and vegetables.
Thumbling Soup Menu With Prices
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Hot & Sour Soup | ~$7.00–$8.00 |
| Egg Drop Soup | ~$6.00–$8.00 |
Egg drop soup specifically mentioned in Uber Eats reviews: “Im obsessed with their corn and pork dumplings and my son loooves their egg drop soup.”
Thumbling Stir-Fried Dishes Menu With Prices
| Item | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Sautéed String Beans with Garlic | ~$13.00–$15.00 | Wok-fired green beans, garlic |
| Mongolian Beef | ~$15.00–$18.00 | Sliced beef, green onion, dark sauce |
| General Tso’s Chicken | ~$15.00–$18.00 | Crispy chicken, sweet-spicy sauce |
The Sautéed String Beans with Garlic is the most-reviewed stir-fry dish at Thumbling — repeatedly praised for being wok-fired properly with good bite and seasoning. Multiple reviewers specifically name it as a “must order” alongside the XLB and pan fried dumplings.
Thumbling Dessert Menu With Prices
| Item | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Creamy Custard XLB (6 pcs) | ~$10.00–$12.00 | Steamed XLB with molten custard filling |
| Fried Custard Bites | ~$7.00–$9.00 | Crispy exterior, warm custard |
| Piggy Buns (Red Bean) | ~$8.00–$10.00 | Soft steamed buns shaped like pigs with red bean filling |
The Piggy Buns are among the most photographed items in Thumbling social media content — pig-shaped soft steamed buns with a red bean filling described as “not too sweet and gave the hint of red bean taste.” They’re described as “a must order” in multiple reviews, particularly for first-time visitors.
The Creamy Custard XLB bridges the dessert and dumpling menus — steamed in the same xiaolongbao format as the savory dumplings, with a molten golden custard filling instead of meat broth. Eat immediately while hot.
Thumbling Drinks Menu With Prices
Thumbling offers a bubble tea and specialty drinks menu. Pricing starts at approximately $5.00–$7.50 depending on the drink and customizations.
| Drink | Base Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Jasmine Milk Tea | ~$5.50–$6.50 | |
| Brown Sugar Milk Tea | ~$5.50–$6.50 | |
| Taro Milk Tea | ~$5.50–$6.50 | |
| Matcha Latte | ~$5.50–$6.50 | |
| Fruit Tea | ~$5.00–$6.00 | Seasonal varieties |
| Smoothies | ~$6.00–$7.00 | |
| Bubble Tea (various flavors) | ~$5.50–$7.00 | |
| Mai Tai (cocktail) | ~$10.00+ | Available at select times |
Drink toppings (add-on pricing):
- Milk Foam, Grape Jelly, Jasmine Jelly: +$1.00 each
- Honey Boba, Grape Crystal Ball, Lychee Coconut Jelly: +$0.85 each
- No Ice option: +$0.50
Topping add-on pricing confirmed from thumbling.restaurantmenu.us.com menu data. Thumbling also offers alcohol service including cocktails at the restaurant.
Thumbling Full Price Reference Table 2026
| Item | Price | Confirmed |
|---|---|---|
| Marinated Cucumber Salad | $9.00 | ✓ Yelp |
| Beef Roll (A7) | $18.00 | ✓ Yelp |
| Pork Pan Fried Dumplings (6 pcs) | $9.00 | ✓ Yelp reviewer |
| Chicken Pan Fried Dumplings (6 pcs) | $13.00 | ✓ Grubhub |
| Pork XLB (6 pcs) | $13.00 | ✓ Yelp reviewer |
| Pork XLB (10 pcs / S1L) | ~$17.00 | ✓ Yelp menu |
| Chicken XLB (6 pcs) | $10.40 | ✓ Seamless/Grubhub |
| Shanghai Spicy Wontons | $14.00 | ✓ Yelp reviewer |
| HK Style Wonton Noodle Soup | $14.00 | ✓ Yelp reviewer |
| Beef Tenderloin Udon / Black Pepper | $17.00 | ✓ Yelp reviewer |
| Chicken Fried Noodle | $20.80 | ✓ Seamless |
| Pork Chop Egg Fried Rice | $22.10 | ✓ Grubhub |
| House Steamed Chicken Noodle Soup (N1) | $15.00 | ✓ Mealkeyway |
| House Steamed Beef Noodle Soup (N2) | $15.00 | ✓ Mealkeyway |
| Braised Beef Noodle Soup (N3) | $16.00 | ✓ Mealkeyway |
Thumbling Calories 2026
Thumbling does not publish an official nutritional guide. Approximate calorie estimates per serving:
| Item | Approx. Calories |
|---|---|
| Pork XLB (6 pcs) | 280–360 cal |
| Pork Pan Fried Dumplings (6 pcs) | 320–400 cal |
| Chicken XLB (6 pcs) | 240–300 cal |
| Beef Roll | 400–500 cal |
| Beef Tenderloin Udon Black Pepper | 580–750 cal |
| Chicken Fried Rice | 550–700 cal |
| Pork Chop Egg Fried Rice | 750–950 cal |
| Marinated Cucumber Salad | 60–100 cal |
| Sautéed String Beans | 80–120 cal |
| Piggy Buns (2 pcs) | 200–280 cal |
What to Skip or Think Twice About
Do not order only XLB. Add pan fried dumplings or noodles so the table has more texture and variety.
Do not order delicate dumplings for long-distance delivery. XLB and pan fried dumplings are better fresh.
Do not trust old prices. Delivery platforms and dine-in prices may differ, and menus can change.
Do not arrive at peak weekend dinner expecting no wait. Go early or choose a weekday afternoon.
Do not skip a cold starter. Cucumber salad or seaweed salad helps balance a dumpling-heavy meal.
Is Thumbling Better Than Din Tai Fung?
This is the question that comes up in virtually every Thumbling Yelp and Google review. The consistent consensus among Los Angeles-area dumpling enthusiasts:
Thumbling advantages over Din Tai Fung:
- No multi-hour mall wait — the Thumbling waitlist system is faster and more predictable
- Prices are lower (Pork XLB at $13/6 pcs vs Din Tai Fung’s XLB running $14–$18+ depending on location)
- More relaxed, neighborhood-feel atmosphere
- Fried noodle section is broader
- Shanghai rice cake, fried custard, and Piggy Buns are menu differentiators
Din Tai Fung advantages:
- More consistent thin-skin XLB execution (some Thumbling reviews note the wrapper is “a bit thick”)
- Broader vegetable and specialty side dish menu
- More polished, high-volume service system
Overall verdict from most reviews: Thumbling is a genuine Din Tai Fung alternative that outperforms the chain on value, wait time, and atmosphere. For the specific experience of hand-made dumplings in a neighborhood setting, many regulars prefer Thumbling. For the most precise thin-skinned XLB execution, Din Tai Fung remains the technical benchmark.
Thumbling Delivery 2026
Thumbling delivers via multiple platforms in the West Covina area:
- Uber Eats — primary delivery platform; 4.8 rating (3,000+ reviews)
- Grubhub / Seamless — available with same menu
- Postmates — available with same menu
- Fantuan — available (the Asian food delivery app popular in West Covina’s SGV market)
- Online ordering: thumbling.net (direct ordering for pickup)
Delivery note: Pan fried dumplings and XLB are fragile during delivery. The lacy batter crust on pan fried dumplings can soften in transit; XLBs can collapse or leak. For best results: order the noodle dishes, fried rice, boiled dumplings, and stir-fry dishes for delivery. Visit in person for XLB and pan fried dumplings.
Best Items to Order at Thumbling in 2026
Best first-time table order: Marinated Cucumber Salad ($9) + Pork XLB 6 pcs ($13) + Pork Pan Fried Dumplings ($9) + Black Pepper Beef Tenderloin Udon ($17) — the four-item table that covers every format Thumbling does well.
Best single XLB item: Pork XLB 10 pcs (S1L) (~$17) — the #1 most-ordered item per delivery platform data, and the size worth getting for the full XLB experience.
Best appetizer: Beef Roll ($18) — crispy pancake wrapped with marinated beef, universally praised, photographed more than any other starter on the menu.
Best non-dumpling dish: Black Pepper Beef Tenderloin Udon ($17) — the 2nd most-ordered item chain-wide, described repeatedly as “bomb” and “great.”
Best value: Pork Pan Fried Dumplings ($9 for 6 pcs) — the lowest-price dumpling on the menu and one of the highest-rated items in Yelp reviews.
Best dessert: Piggy Buns (red bean filled steamed buns) — the most photographed dessert item and one that generates the most repeat-order mentions.
Best item for delivery: Chicken Fried Rice or Braised Beef Noodle Soup — both travel well and maintain quality during Uber Eats/Grubhub delivery better than the delicate dumplings.
Frequently Asked Questions — Thumbling 2026
What is Thumbling?
Thumbling is a Taiwanese-Shanghainese dumpling restaurant in West Covina, CA, founded by Chinese immigrants Feng and Ye. It specializes in hand-made dumplings — especially XLB (xiaolongbao soup dumplings), pan fried dumplings, boiled dumplings, and wontons — alongside noodle soups, fried rice, Shanghai rice cakes, and bubble tea.
How long is the wait at Thumbling?
Weekday evenings: 30–60 min. Weekend peak hours: 60–90 min. Weekend mornings before opening: little to no wait. Arriving 5–10 minutes before 10:30 AM on Saturday/Sunday is the strategy most regulars use for minimal wait.
Does Thumbling have multiple locations?
No. Thumbling has one location in the United States: 228 S Citrus St, West Covina, CA 91791. It does not currently operate multiple branches.
What are the top 3 items at Thumbling?
Per Postmates order data: (1) Pork Xiao Long Bao 10 pcs, (2) Black Pepper Beef Tenderloin Fried Udon, (3) Beef Roll. The Marinated Cucumber Salad and Pork Pan Fried Dumplings are also consistently top-reviewed.
Is Thumbling better than Din Tai Fung?
For most West Covina and San Gabriel Valley locals: yes, especially for the shorter wait and lower prices. The XLB is thinner-skinned at Din Tai Fung (technical precision), but Thumbling’s XLB broth quality, pan fried dumplings, and overall value are generally preferred by regulars.
Does Thumbling take reservations?
No. Thumbling is walk-in with a QR code waitlist system at the front door. Scan the QR code on the podium outside to join the waitlist. First-come, first-served.
Can I order frozen dumplings at Thumbling?
Yes — Thumbling sells frozen dumplings for home cooking. Ask at the counter or check the online ordering system at thumbling.net for current frozen dumpling availability.
Thumbling Menu 2026 — Final Take
Thumbling is best when you order family-style. Start with Pork Xiao Long Bao, add Pork Pan Fried Dumplings, share a Beef Roll, and get Black Pepper Beef Tenderloin Fried Udon as the filling noodle dish. Add cucumber salad or string beans if you want balance, then finish with custard XLB or Piggy Buns.
For the best experience, go early, eat the dumplings fresh, and check the live menu before publishing exact prices. Thumbling is not just a dumpling stop — it is a full West Covina Chinese comfort-food meal if you order it the right way.
Address: 228 S Citrus St, West Covina, CA 91791
Phone: (626) 339-1688
Online ordering: thumbling.net
Delivery: Uber Eats · Grubhub · Postmates · Fantuan
