# lao tian dumpling house > Small space with open kitchen and limited seating creates a cozy, casual vibe. Atmosphere feels homey and suits solo diners or quick takeout. Freshly made dumplings draw a steady flow despite cramped dining options. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/LaoTianDumplingHouse - Address: 1115 Emerson St, Evanston, Illinois, United States - Phone: +12244911849 - Website: https://www.laotiandumplings.com/ ## What it is good for - Seafood — 10/10 - Authentic — 10/10 - Soup — 10/10 - Dumpling — 9.2/10 - Chinese Food — 9.2/10 - Bao Buns — 9/10 - Food — 8.9/10 - Steamed Dumplings — 8.3/10 - Peking Duck — 8.3/10 - Lunch Spot — 8.3/10 - Chili — 7.5/10 - Salad — 7.1/10 ## What people say - "I found the dumplings to be authentic and delicious." - "The chili oil added a huge depth of flavor to the dumplings." - "The Steamed Dumplings here are generous, with 15 per order." ## Good to know - Takeout is the best option due to limited seating in the small restaurant. - Reservations are recommended for the duck dumplings, ideally one day in advance. - Expect a 20-minute wait for freshly steamed dumplings after ordering. - Prices start at $3 for appetizers and $5 for dumplings. - Double-check your order before leaving, as there may be labeling errors. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.