Monday – Friday · 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Ugly Dumpling Happy Hour — Discounted XLB, Dumplings & Boba

Big flavors. Smaller price tags. Every weekday at all 8 locations — dine-in only. The best deal on the East Coast for handmade XLB soup dumplings: Pork XLB $8, Dumplings $6.50, Pan Fried Pork Buns $5.50, Boba $4.50.

How Happy Hour Works

Show up between 3PM and 6PM on any weekday, sit down, and order from our Happy Hour menu. No code needed, no app required. Discounts apply automatically in-restaurant.

⏰ Hours

Monday – Friday
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Dine-in only. Not available on delivery apps. Cannot be combined with other promotions.

📍 All Locations

Happy Hour is available at all 8 Ugly Dumpling locations. Menu items offered may vary slightly by location.

Happy Hour Specials

ItemRegularHappy Hour
Pork Soup Dumpling (6pc)$11.50$8.00
Chicken Soup Dumpling (6pc)$11.50$8.00
Pork Dumplings (6pc)$9.20$6.50
Chicken Dumplings (6pc)$9.20$6.50
Vegan Dumplings (6pc)$9.20$6.50
Pan Fried Pork Buns (4pc)$8.05$5.50
Spring Rolls (2pc)$4.60$3.00
Edamame$6.90$4.50
Cucumber Salad$9.20$6.00
Signature Milk Tea / Boba$6.50$4.50
Brown Sugar Boba$6.50$4.50
Lychee Martini (select locations)$12.00$8.00
Spicy Mango Margarita (select)$12.00$8.00

How to Make the Most of Happy Hour

🕒 Arrive by 3:30PM

Happy Hour fills fast — especially Thursday and Friday. Walk in early for the best seating and fastest service.

🥟 Start with XLB

The Pork Soup Dumpling at $8 for 6 pieces is the best value-per-quality deal on the East Coast for handmade XLB. Don't miss it.

👥 Bring 2–4 People

Order 2–3 dumpling varieties, one appetizer, and drinks. Total per person: $12–$18. Total enjoyment: immeasurable.

🧋 Try the Boba

Our Brown Sugar Boba drops to $4.50 at Happy Hour. That's less than most coffee shops — for a far more interesting drink.

Best Happy Hour Combinations at Ugly Dumpling

Not sure what to order? These are the highest-value, best-tasting combinations at Happy Hour pricing — tried by our regulars and ordered by the table.

🥟 The XLB First-Timer

  • • Pork Soup Dumplings — $8.00
  • • Cucumber Salad — $6.00
  • • Brown Sugar Boba — $4.50
Total per person: ~$18.50

🫕 The Bun & Dumpling Combo

  • • Pan Fried Pork Buns (4pc) — $5.50
  • • Pork Dumplings (6pc) — $6.50
  • • Edamame — $4.50
  • • Signature Milk Tea — $4.50
Total per person: ~$21.00

🍺 The Group Table (4 people)

  • • 3× Pork XLB — $24.00
  • • 1× Chicken XLB — $8.00
  • • 2× Pan Fried Pork Buns — $11.00
  • • 4× Brown Sugar Boba — $18.00
Total for 4: ~$61 · $15.25/person

Your Questions Answered

What are the Ugly Dumpling Happy Hour hours?
Ugly Dumpling Happy Hour runs Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, at all 8 locations. Dine-in only — discounts are not available for takeout or delivery.
What are the Happy Hour prices at Ugly Dumpling?
Happy Hour pricing: Pork Soup Dumplings XLB 6pc — $8.00 (regular $11.50). Chicken Soup Dumplings 6pc — $8.00. Pork/Chicken/Vegan Dumplings 6pc — $6.50 (regular $9.20). Pan Fried Pork Buns 4pc — $5.50 (regular $8.05). Brown Sugar Boba — $4.50 (regular $6.50). Signature Milk Tea — $4.50. Edamame — $4.50. Cucumber Salad — $6.00. Cocktails at select locations — $8.00 (regular $12.00).
Is Happy Hour available on weekends?
No — Ugly Dumpling Happy Hour is Monday through Friday only, 3–6PM. Weekend pricing is full menu pricing with no discounts. The weekday-only format is what makes it a genuine happy hour and not just discounted pricing.
Can I get Ugly Dumpling Happy Hour on delivery apps?
No — Happy Hour discounts are dine-in only and are not reflected on Uber Eats, DoorDash, or Grubhub. You must be seated in-restaurant between 3PM and 6PM to access Happy Hour pricing.
What's the best thing to order at Ugly Dumpling Happy Hour?
The best value at Happy Hour is the Pork Soup Dumplings (XLB) at $8.00 for 6 pieces — handmade with 18-hour broth aspic, normally $11.50. The Pan Fried Pork Buns at $5.50 for 4 are also exceptional value. If you bring 2–3 people, order 2 rounds of XLB, one pork bun order, and boba each. Total per person: approximately $15–$18.
Does every Ugly Dumpling location participate in Happy Hour?
Yes — all 8 Ugly Dumpling locations (Edison NJ, Linden NJ, Holmdel NJ, Parsippany NJ, Hamden CT, Richmond VA, Fairfax VA, and Newark DE) run Happy Hour Monday–Friday, 3–6PM. Specific menu items and cocktail availability may vary slightly by location.
Can I combine Happy Hour with a coupon or promotion?
Happy Hour discounts cannot be combined with other promotions, coupons, or loyalty reward redemptions. Happy Hour pricing is applied automatically — no code needed, no app required.
Is Ugly Dumpling Happy Hour available in Hamden CT?
Yes — Ugly Dumpling Hamden CT (2100 Dixwell Ave, Hamden CT 06514) runs Happy Hour Monday through Friday, 3–6PM, dine-in only. Same prices as all other locations: XLB $8, Dumplings $6.50, Boba $4.50.

How to Get the Most Out of Ugly Dumpling Happy Hour

Happy Hour is Mon–Fri 3–6PM, dine-in only. Here's how to build the perfect Happy Hour order and maximize value without sacrificing quality.

XLB Soup Dumplings

Start with XLB

Order the Pork Soup Dumplings first — $8.00 at Happy Hour vs. $11.50 regular. They take 8 minutes to steam, so ordering them immediately means they arrive while everything else is still fresh. One order per person is the standard opening.

Egg Fried Rice

Add a Rice or Noodle Base

Egg Fried Rice ($9.20) is the ideal pairing for XLB — the rice absorbs the broth that spills onto your plate and provides balance to the rich filling. Order one for the table to share. Sesame Noodles ($10.35) work equally well and are vegan.

Cucumber Salad

One Cold Dish to Reset

Cucumber Salad ($5.75 at Happy Hour) or Edamame ($4.00 at Happy Hour) serve as palate cleansers between XLB orders. The cool, acidic cucumber cuts through the richness of the pork and broth and prepares you for the next basket.

Brown Sugar Boba

Finish with Boba

Brown Sugar Boba ($4.50 at Happy Hour vs. $6.50 regular) is the ideal closer. The sweetness and creaminess of the milk tea cuts the lingering savory and spice from the meal. House-cooked tapioca pearls, real black sugar — not powder.

🏆 The Perfect Happy Hour Order for Two — $38.50

Pork Soup Dumplings ×2$16.00
Pan Fried Pork Buns ×1$5.50
Egg Fried Rice ×1$9.20
Cucumber Salad ×1$4.00
Brown Sugar Boba ×2$9.00 HH
$43.70
Total for two people
Without Happy Hour pricing: ~$58.95
You save ~$15.25 🎉

Everything About Ugly Dumpling Happy Hour

What are Ugly Dumpling Happy Hour hours?
Happy Hour runs Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. It is not available on weekends (Saturday and Sunday). Discounts apply from the moment you're seated before 6:00 PM — if you arrive at 5:55 PM, you can still order at Happy Hour pricing.
What is included in Ugly Dumpling Happy Hour?
Happy Hour at Ugly Dumpling includes: Pork Soup Dumplings (6pc) $8.00 (reg. $11.50), Chicken Soup Dumplings (6pc) $8.00, Pork Dumplings (6pc) $6.50, Chicken Dumplings (6pc) $6.50, Pan Fried Pork Buns (4pc) $5.50, Steamed BBQ Pork Buns (3pc) $5.50, Braised Baby Back Ribs $7.50, Edamame $4.00, Cucumber Salad $4.00, and Boba $4.50. See the full table above for all items.
Is Ugly Dumpling Happy Hour dine-in only?
Yes — Happy Hour pricing is dine-in only at all 8 locations. It is not available on delivery apps (Uber Eats, DoorDash, Grubhub) or for takeout orders. You must be seated in the restaurant during 3–6PM on a weekday to receive Happy Hour pricing.
Is there Ugly Dumpling Happy Hour in Hamden CT?
Yes — the Hamden CT location (2100 Dixwell Ave) offers the same Happy Hour as all other locations: Monday–Friday, 3:00–6:00 PM, dine-in only. All XLB, dumpling, bun, and boba discounts apply. Hamden CT Happy Hour is the best dumpling deal in New Haven County.
Do I need a coupon or code for Happy Hour?
No. Happy Hour pricing is automatic — just arrive during the 3–6PM window on a weekday and order from the Happy Hour menu. No app, no code, no membership required. The discounts are applied directly at the table.
What is the Happy Hour price for XLB soup dumplings?
During Happy Hour, Pork Soup Dumplings (6pc) are $8.00 (regular price $11.50) and Chicken Soup Dumplings (6pc) are also $8.00. The Pork, Shrimp & Spinach XLB, Pork & Crab XLB, Pork & Truffle XLB, and XLB Sampler are not included in Happy Hour pricing — only the standard pork and chicken versions.
Is there a limit on Happy Hour orders?
No — there is no limit on the number of Happy Hour items you can order per visit. Order as many baskets as your table can handle. Happy Hour items can be ordered throughout the 3–6PM window, not just at the start of the meal.
What are the best Happy Hour deals at Ugly Dumpling?
Best value Happy Hour items: Pork Soup Dumplings (6pc, $8.00 vs. $11.50 regular — 30% savings), Pan Fried Pork Buns (4pc, $5.50 vs. $8.05 — 32% savings), Brown Sugar Boba ($4.50 vs. $6.50 — 31% savings). Ordering two XLB baskets, one Pan Fried Pork Buns, and two Bobas for two people costs ~$25.50 at Happy Hour.

Find Your Nearest Location

All locations open daily 11AM–10PM. Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3–6PM.