Dumpling Xi (喜家德虾仁水饺)

Xijiade Shrimp Dumplings (喜家德虚仁水饺, pinyin: Xǐjiādé Xiārén Shuǐjiǎo) is a well-known Northeastern Chinese dumpling chain with over 800 stores nationwide. Guangzhou has very few locations compared to northern cities, because the chain relies on same-day central-kitchen delivery of fillings and dough, and the supply chain does not reach far south easily. Below are the two verifiable Guangzhou locations as of this writing.

What Makes Xijiade's Dumplings Different

Xijiade's signature dumpling is shaped differently from most Chinese dumplings you will have seen in Guangzhou. Rather than the pleated, crescent fold used in Cantonese-style boiled or pan-fried dumplings, Xijiade uses a rectangular, no-pleat fold sometimes called a "one-line" or "flat-seam" dumpling (一字饺). The wrapper is rolled thin and the filling is packed generously, so the shrimp dumpling in particular tends to taste meatier and less doughy than a typical boiled jiaozi. Because the chain is Northeastern in origin, the flavor profile leans toward straightforward savory seasoning rather than the lighter, more delicate seasoning common in Cantonese dim sum.

Verified Guangzhou Locations

Both confirmed stores sit in dense, mall-adjacent retail areas with metro access, so neither requires a special trip out of the way if you are already shopping or sightseeing nearby.

What to Order

The menu is short by design, Xijiade focuses on a handful of dumpling fillings rather than a sprawling menu. These are the dishes most consistently recommended across reviews.

• Shrimp Dumplings (虚仁水饺) — the signature order, plump shrimp filling in a rectangular, no-pleat dumpling shape unique to the brand.
• San Xian Dumplings (三鲜水饺) — a "three treasures" mix, usually shrimp, pork, and egg or roe.
• Cold Shredded Potato (红油土豆丝) — a chili-oil side dish regularly mentioned as a good pairing with the dumplings.
• Dumpling Soup (饺汤) — the cooking water, served alongside as a traditional accompaniment.

How Much It Costs

Pricing varies by store and city. According to a 2024 report citing Dianping data, average spending per person at Guangzhou's Xijiade locations runs around 32 RMB, noticeably lower than in Beijing where average spend is typically above 40 RMB. At a Guangzhou city-center store, a single order (12 pieces) of the shrimp dumplings was priced around 28 RMB, and the "Xi San Xian" mixed dumplings around 29 RMB. Expect a solo meal with a side dish or soup to land in the 30 to 45 RMB range.

Is It Worth a Trip?

If you are already near Zhongfang Plaza in Yuexiu or Tianhe North Road, it is a solid, fast, no-frills dumpling stop worth a detour for. It is not a destination restaurant the way some Cantonese institutions are, and Guangzhou's selection of Xijiade stores is far smaller than what you would find in northern or eastern Chinese cities, so this is more useful as a known-quantity option when you want Northeastern-style dumplings specifically, rather than as a representative stop on a broader Guangzhou food itinerary.

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