Dough Zone Opened New Vancouver Restaurant
The restaurant chain launched its 30th location in Vancouver, bringing Chinese comfort food to Clark County.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Dough Zone opened a new location at 11909 SE Mill Plain Blvd., Suite 200, on September 15, 2026. This expansion marks the 30th site for the restaurant, which originated in Bellevue in 2014.
Why it matters
The company established the Vancouver branch to serve Chinese comfort food to Clark County residents. The expansion also aims to deepen the brand's ties to the local community through educational and charitable initiatives.
The Vancouver site is the 30th location for the chain, which operates across Oregon, California, Texas, and Washington. The company was founded in Bellevue in 2014.
The players
Jason Zhai
Jason Zhai is one of the co-founders of the Dough Zone restaurant chain.
Nancy Xia
Nancy Xia is one of the co-founders of the Dough Zone restaurant chain.
The details
Alongside the opening, the restaurant launched the Bao Buddies program to provide fundraisers for local schools and nonprofits. The company also offers dumpling-making classes in local elementary schools using scratch-made dough.
Timeline
Dough Zone was founded in Bellevue in 2014.
The Vancouver restaurant opened on September 15, 2026.
Market Landscape
This opening reflects the broader regional trend of fast-casual dining chains expanding into suburban hubs to capture local market share. Dough Zone is positioning itself to compete with established dining options by focusing on community integration.
Clark County residents now have a new local option for Chinese comfort food at the SE Mill Plain Boulevard location. Families and local organizations can also apply for school fundraising opportunities through the restaurant's online portal.
The takeaway
The brand's dual focus on retail expansion and community partnerships serves as a model for local business engagement. Residents are encouraged to visit the new facility to experience the menu or explore the available school support programs.
Further reading
Learn more about local business activity in our Openings & Closings section.
More information
Local schools can apply for the Bao Buddies school program application online.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Reflector.
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