Vegetarian restaurant offers authentic dim sum in a cozy, nostalgic setting with close seating arrangements. The atmosphere feels welcoming and unpretentious, suited for both groups and solo diners. Free hot tea is served immediately, enhancing the simple, traditional experience.
Char siu bao features amazingly flavorful BBQ pork that tastes like real meat. A large variety of steamed bao buns come with helpful advice not to eat the paper wrap underneath.
Offers a wide range of vegan dim sum options that are flavorful and satisfying. Includes gluten-free dumplings and classic Cantonese style dishes without meat, chicken, or fish.
"The dim sum here is flavorful and substantial."
"I loved trying many tasty vegetarian dim sum dishes."
"This is my favorite place for vegan dim sum."
Good to know
The lunch deal is available from Monday to Friday.
All dim sum options are vegetarian/vegan.
There are no reservations for parties of 2, just walk in.
Small dining space offers freshly made dishes with an inviting atmosphere despite a loud, crowded environment. Outlets near many tables provide convenience for charging devices. Decor reflects traditional Chinese culture in a clean, tidy setting.
Xiao long bao here are extremely juicy with a skin that is just right, neither too thin nor too thick. They contain crab roe and are not too greasy, making them stand out among other soup dumplings.
Shanghai style dim sum stands out with excellent shrimp dishes and soup dumplings. The dim sum tastes authentic and consistently delicious, often compared favorably to well-known spots in other cities.
"I thought the dim sum here was the best I've ever had."
"The dim sum was good but the menu felt limited."
"I think the dim sum here is the best I've had."
Good to know
The restaurant only accepts cash payments; no credit cards.
Expect to wait at least 30 minutes for a table on weekends.
A mandatory 20% service charge is added to your bill.
Spacious dining area with Asian decor featuring lanterns and a lion head on the wall creates a modern Chinatown vibe. The atmosphere is loud and lively due to popularity, making conversation challenging. Lazy Susan tables facilitate sharing dishes, enhancing the communal dining experience.
Braised pork falls apart between the soft buns. Bao bread is spectacular, fluffy, and delicious.
Dim sum features a variety of fresh, flavorful bites including excellent pork and seafood dishes like shrimp rice noodle rolls and har gow. Prices stay affordable while dishes arrive steaming hot and well proportioned.
"The dim sum here is amazing, with perfect, hot, and fresh dishes."
"The dim sum here is fresh and tasty."
"I really enjoyed the dim sum here."
Good to know
Prepare for a long wait during dinner time.
Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends.
Cash payments warrant a 9% discount.
Traditional dim sum carts circulate through a bright, spacious dining room with well-spaced tables and a renovated interior. The atmosphere is busy and noisy, filled mostly with local diners, creating an energetic vibe. The experience blends authentic Cantonese dining with a lively, communal setting.
Fluffy bao buns come filled with sweet barbecue pork or creamy liu sha custard. Steamed options include spare ribs and chicken feet alongside various baos.
Old school dim sum offers a fun and interactive event with each dish being unique and flavorful. The dim sum is reasonably priced and delivers a full experience from the moment you arrive.
"I loved the traditional dim sum carts going down the aisle."
"I love how authentic and tasty the dim sum is here."
"The char siu bao here are fluffy and sweet-savory."
Good to know
Go early to House of Joy on weekends to avoid long waits.
Making reservations for Chinese New Year dinner is highly recommended.
Dim sum is served from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Small, crowded takeout spot with self-order kiosks inside and outside speeds up ordering. Atmosphere feels chaotic and packed, with no seating available and a tight, compact space. Known for best pineapple BBQ pork buns, it draws a steady, eager crowd despite the busy environment.
Bao buns come fresh and hot with a healthy serving of roast pork. The pineapple pork bao stands out with a sweet topping, while the char siu bao offers a tasty, fluffy bite with barbecue pork flavor.
Offers barbecued pork buns and Hong Kong-style dim sum that are consistently good. Serves quick, grab-and-go snacks as well as larger dim sum meals.
"These char siu bao buns are among the best I've had."
"The char siu bao is always hot and packed with flavor."
"I love their tasty buns and classic dim sum."
Good to know
They don’t have any seating, so you have to take away your order.
The bakery only accepts cash, so customers should bring cash.
To avoid long lines, come between 8:30-10am on a weekday.
Large dining space offers wooden booths and Asian-influenced decor with tiny indoor plants at each booth. Lighting varies from multicolored neon to dim, creating a mix of DIY and karaoke bar vibes. Seating accommodates big groups comfortably, with a calm atmosphere despite occasional crowding.
Xiao long bao here have a thin dough that holds a rich broth inside, making each bite flavorful. The buns are fresh and well filled, closely matching the texture of traditional steamed bao.
Shanghai Dim Sum stands out with hot, tasty soup dumplings prepared right in front of you. The menu includes solid dim sum options plus whole fried fish and various veggies.
"These soup dumplings are juicy, well filled, and have a rich broth."
"The dim sum here is delicious and authentic."
"I think the dim sum here is solid."
Good to know
The restaurant only accepts cash, debit, or VENMO; no credit cards.
There is a bit of a wait during busy times, especially around suppertime.
Customers with celiac disease should be careful when asking about safe options.
Multi-level dim sum palace offers pushcart service with enthusiastic servers and banquet-style dining suitable for large groups. The atmosphere is lively and bustling, with food served fresh and hot from trolleys rolling around. Separate floors create a spacious and quieter environment despite the busy setting.
Steamed and baked baos come with cha siu pork and egg-crème filling. Peking duck appears in fluffy steamed bao. Classic and creative bao options sit alongside other dim sum dishes.
Traditional dim sum comes on carts with a Cantonese style. Dim sum is served all day and includes rice porridge and long noodle rolls.
"Some dim sum dishes were tasty, but quality varied."
"The dim sum carts rolling around felt like old-school Hong Kong."
"I love the classic dim sum carts and tasty dishes here."
Good to know
You need to take the elevator up to the second floor to reach the restaurant.
If you have a large group of 5 or more, they will seat you right away.
Customers are not allowed to sit at a table without actively eating.
Dim sum restaurant preserves an authentic 1920s Chinatown atmosphere with old-school decor like lumpy red vinyl booths and faded calligraphy. The space feels shabby and cramped, reflecting decades of minimal renovation. It offers a quiet alleyway terrace option and serves unique dishes alongside traditional Chinese beers.
Char siu bao and pork bao stand out with savory fillings and great chew. Xiao Long Bao offers a rich broth inside delicate dumplings. Bao buns come with flavorful, satisfying textures.
Classic dim sum here offers authentic American style flavors with a long history dating back to 1920. The dishes are incredibly affordable and capture the essence of traditional Chinatown dim sum.
"The dim sum here is tasty with many options."
"I found the dim sum to be delicious and well-prepared."
"Some dishes like pork bao and Xiao Long Bao really hit the spot."
Good to know
They only accept cash or American Express.
Expect to wait for at least 15-20 minutes during weekends.
You should book a reservation at Nom Wah because this iconic spot is always bustling.