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Small hole-in-the-wall bakery offers Hong Kong style dim sum with fresh, delicious options and reasonable prices. Unique baked goods like almond rice cake stand out. Busy, old-fashioned spot with take-out only service and long lines.

Hong Kong style dim sum comes fresh and delicious with a wide variety of choices. Prices stay reasonable while offering quality pastries alongside the dim sum.

People are saying

"The dim sum here is delicious and affordable."

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Long’s Family Pastry is a take-out only establishment.

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Expect popular items to sell out by 7:30 am.

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Cash is preferred, but credit cards are accepted with a $10 minimum order.

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Small, cozy spot serves fresh dim sum like shumai and har gow with big portions at low prices. Quiet, homey vibe suits groups and families well. Unique side alley food garden adds charm to the simple setting.

Shumai and har gow stand out for their consistent taste and freshness. Dim sum gets made fresh after ordering and arrives hot on styrofoam plates at a reasonable price.

People are saying

"The wonton filling in the Dim Sum was so tasty."

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They have a free parking garage in the back.

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Big portions are enough to share and bring home.

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Dim sum is available all day.

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Large windows offer great people watching on a busy boulevard. Dim sum dishes come in satisfying portions that vanish fast. Seating adapts with padded benches and movable tables, but loud music can distract during quick lunches.

Dim sum dishes stand out with satisfying portions that disappear quickly. The menu offers a variety worth exploring beyond entrees.

People are saying

"The Dim Sum here is seasoned just right, especially the wonton in spicy sauce."

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Free street parking is available from 8 pm onwards around the corner.

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The restaurant is located right across from the Pantages Theater, making it a convenient pre-show dining option.

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The price was $12 for 8 dumplings.

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Cozy spot with 1980s decor and family-style setting offers lively late-night energy. Dim sum menu is limited but tasty, avoiding oily dishes. Large portions and white tablecloths make it stand out in Chinatown.

Late-night dim sum offers a limited menu with dishes that are tasty and not oily. Two nearby restaurants share the same name, one focusing on seafood and the other on poultry and dim sum.

People are saying

"The dim sum dishes here are so tasty and not oily at all."

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The restaurant is open until midnight from Sunday to Thursday and until 1am on Friday and Saturday.

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Validated parking is available during the day inside Bamboo Plaza.

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Parking can be tricky on weekends because it is hard to find a spot.

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Enjoy authentic dim sum in a casual, welcoming atmosphere with cozy warmth and modern design. Tables with Lazy Susans make sharing easy. Affordable dishes and delicious shumai make it a top pick for dim sum lovers.

Authentic and affordable dim sum dishes stand out here. The high quality and delicious shumai make it a solid choice for dim sum lovers.

People are saying

"The dim sum here is a perfect 10 out of 10."

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Lunch specials are available from noon to 3 p.m.

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Happy Hour runs from 4 to 7 p.m. with great prices.

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Parking can be difficult and is not free.

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Traditional Cantonese decor creates a lively vibe in a busy spot known for shrimp dumplings and pork chops. Dim sum shines with savory shu mai and sweet egg tarts, all at great prices. Quick, affordable seafood and dim sum keep the place packed late.

An impressive selection of dim sum includes savory shu mai and sweet egg tarts. The dim sum offers great flavors at a good price and pairs well with dishes like pork chops and chow fun.

People are saying

"The Dim Sum here is great and rivals dishes in the SGV."

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The restaurant offers a lunch special for dine-in customers.

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ABC Seafood Restaurant is a take-out only place with no seating available.

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Parking can be a challenge, but the restaurant offers free parking.

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Dim sum here is authentic and affordable, perfect for a quick lunch. Spacious seating fits large groups comfortably. Retro Chinatown decor adds a lively, family-style atmosphere that feels both energetic and welcoming.

Offers tasty authentic Chinese dim sum with a wide variety of fresh items. Prices stay super affordable, making it good for a quick lunch.

People are saying

"The dim sum here is great, with lots of variety and fresh flavors."

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Visiting on weekends offers a busy yet tasty dim sum experience with trolley carts to choose from.

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During the Mid Autumn Festival 2024 on September 17, the restaurant encourages celebrating and enjoying their dishes.

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Parking can fill up quickly during lunch hours.

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Narrow space with outdated interiors feels downscale but calm. Dim sum is very cheap and tasty, served fast. Busy takeout windows add energy without rush.

Very cheap dim sum sold by the piece offers great value and flexibility. The selection includes buns and other items that are consistently delicious with usually fast service.

People are saying

"I enjoyed the dim sum; it was delicious and authentic."

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The restaurant accepts cash only for all transactions.

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Expect long wait times during peak hours, especially on weekends.

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Portions have decreased significantly, often not enough for two people.

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