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Ugly Dumpling

Ugly Dumpling Ugly Dumpling is a Chinese restaurant located on Willow Lawn Drive, offering authentic flavors inspired by the bustling streets of Shanghai. The menu blends local recipes with contemporary creativity and an imaginative approach to classic dishes. The restaurantโ€™s social posts emphasize sharing good food, convenient dine-in or take-to-go options, and a lively focus on crowd-pleasing items such as dumplings and specialty boba drinks and teas.

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07/15/2026

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07/14/2026

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07/10/2026

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07/08/2026

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07/06/2026

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07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July from your friends at Ugly Dumpling ๐ŸŽ‡๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

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07/02/2026

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07/01/2026

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07/01/2026

Itโ€™s Happy Hour โ€“ All Day, Every Day ๐Ÿน๐Ÿ˜‹ Get a Margarita for just $5! Time to sip, smile, and unwind. Only at ๐Ÿ“Ugly Dumpling

*Offer may vary by location. For a limited time only. Must be 21+ with valid ID to purchase alcohol. Drink responsibly. Valid in-store only.

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๐Ÿ“1601 Willow Lawn Dr Ste 840 Richmond, VA 23230
โ˜Ž๏ธ+1 804-251-1031

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06/29/2026

Let us know which dumpling flavor is your go-to ๐Ÿ‘€๐Ÿ˜‹



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06/27/2026

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06/25/2026

There's only one correct answer! ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿน๐Ÿป

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06/23/2026

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06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day! We hope your day is filled with dumplings and desserts!



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06/20/2026

The first official day of summer is finally here! โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿ˜Ž Celebrate by dining with friends or grabbing to-go!



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06/16/2026

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06/12/2026

Come "kick it" with us at Ugly Dumpling! โšฝ๏ธ๐Ÿฅ… Grab a friend and get a bite before the game, or take it to-go for the watch party of your dreams! ๐Ÿคฉ๐ŸŸ๏ธ



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It's National Iced Tea Day! Iced Bubble Tea that is. ๐Ÿง‹๐Ÿซ– Try one of our flavored iced or milk teas today, and add rainbow...
06/10/2026

It's National Iced Tea Day! Iced Bubble Tea that is. ๐Ÿง‹๐Ÿซ– Try one of our flavored iced or milk teas today, and add rainbow jelly or popping boba! ๐Ÿ˜‹



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06/08/2026

Finally found something I'm good at! ๐ŸฅŸ

Address

1601 Willow Lawn Drive Ste 840
Richmond, VA
23230

Ugly Dumpling, Willow Lawn Drive (Richmond)

By public transport
- Take the Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC) bus to the nearest stop along the Willow Lawn area.
- From the closest GRTC stop, walk toward Willow Lawn Drive and follow local street signs to your destination.

By driving
- From downtown Richmond: take I-95 N/I-64 W toward the West End/Willow Lawn area, then follow signs for Willow Lawn Blvd/West Broad St.
- Continue onto or near Willow Lawn Drive and use nearby side streets to reach the entrance.

Parking
- Look for on-street parking along surrounding blocks of Willow Lawn Drive and nearby streets.
- If available, use any nearby lot/garage serving the shopping/dining area around Willow Lawn.

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 10:30pm
Saturday 11am - 10:30pm
Sunday 11am - 10pm

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What people say

Ugly Dumpling on Willow Lawn Drive in Richmond brings a refreshing, modern take to classic Chinese flavors. The restaurantโ€™s focus is on authentic taste inspired by the bustling streets of Shanghai, paired with contemporary creativity and a touch of imagination that makes each visit feel a little more special.

The menu experience is built around satisfying comfort and bold flavor, with standout dumplings at the center of the concept. Whether youโ€™re dining in or grabbing something to-go, Ugly Dumpling makes it easy to enjoy great food without sacrificing quality.

Overall, Ugly Dumpling feels like a go-to spot for anyone craving flavorful Chinese cuisine in a welcoming settingโ€”perfect for casual meals, shared plates, and memorable bites that keep you coming back.

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