Danacious Dumplings (Dana包子铺), located at 375 Saratoga Ave M, San Jose, CA 95129, United States, specializes in handmade Chinese bao, dumplings, noodles, wontons, porridge, and simple refreshing drinks. The menu leans toward comforting Northern Chinese flavors, with bestsellers including Pork & Shrimp & Chives Dumplings, Pork & Green Onion Bao, Shumai, and Shrimp & Pork Wonton Soup.
Most bao orders cost around $9-$10, while dumpling and noodle dishes generally run about $13-$17, offering solid value considering the handmade preparation and substantial fillings. Freshly prepared wrappers and savory fillings are a major attraction, balancing tender dough with pork, shrimp, vegetables, mushrooms, chives, and aromatic seasonings. Vegetarian choices include Vegetable Bao and vegan Cold Noodles with Sesame Sauce, while lighter options such as porridge and green bean soup broaden the selection. Gluten-free diners should confirm ingredients directly because wheat-based wrappers and noodles dominate the menu.
Open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, Danacious Dumplings works well for breakfast, quick lunches, casual dinners, family orders, and shareable group meals, although current information indicates it operates primarily as a takeout spot rather than a sit-down restaurant.
Menu Highlights
Pork & Shrimp & Chives Dumplings (12 pcs) - $16.98
Juicy pork and shrimp meet fragrant chives inside tender dumpling wrappers, creating one of the restaurant’s listed bestsellers.
Pork & Green Onion Bao Mini Bao (6 pcs) - $9.28
Soft steamed buns surround a savory pork-and-green-onion filling, delivering a classic combination with plenty of comforting flavor.
Shumai (6 pcs) - $12.48
Minced meat, mushroom, and salted egg yolk create a rich, deeply savory filling with contrasting textures.
Shrimp & Pork Wonton Soup - $13.98
Delicate wontons filled with shrimp and pork make this warming soup a satisfying alternative to bao and noodles.
Minced Pork & Tofu Medium Bao - $9.28
A mildly spicy combination of minced pork and tofu gives these steamed buns a softer texture and bolder savory character.
Cold Noodles with Sesame Sauce - $12.98
This vegan option pairs chewy noodles with nutty sesame flavor, making it one of the menu’s strongest meat-free choices.
