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Who doesn’t love dim sum, aka what locals call yum cha in Cantonese? In Hong Kong, this is such a big part of the culture that you can’t go a few streets without a street food stall or a restaurant serving dim sum.
There are thousands of dim sum restaurants. There’s no way to eat at all these restaurants, so I’m going to save you time and tell you the best dim sum restaurants in the city.
This list will include a range of price points, as dim sum isn’t known for being expensive. Of course, almost all foods can be turned into fine dining, but not everyone wants to splurge on food when they travel, especially for budget travellers.
Anyway, let’s get started!
Dim Sum Restaurants in Hong Kong List
1) Tim Ho Wan
Tim Ho Wan is a Michelin-starred restaurant founded in Hong Kong in 2009 and has since expanded into a global chain. Most people associate Michelin stars with expensive restaurants. While this is mostly true, Tim Ho Wan is a minority among affordable restaurants that have won this prestigious award.
The dim sum dishes here are hearty, like their steamed shrimp dumplings (also known as har gow). Instead of infusing these dishes with innovation, Tim Ho Wan sticks to tried-and-tested recipes. It’s local, authentic, and budget-friendly.
With the restaurant’s affordability and Michelin star name attached, you won’t be surprised to know these branches are often swarming with people. It’s because you know what to expect when you eat here, and the food will be good. That’s why Tim Ho Wan is always going to have a spot on the best dim sum in Hong Kong list, no matter the website you are on.
2) Imperial Treasure Fine Chinese Cuisine
Imperial Treasure Fine Chinese Cuisine branches are in prime locations: Causeway Bay and Tsim Sha Tsui. I prefer the Tsim Sha location, so I’ll focus on that.
The Tsim Sha Tsui location is on the 10th floor of 1 Peking Road Shopping Arcade and offers a fantastic view of Victoria Harbour.
Personally, this is my favourite dim sum spot. If someone were to ask me what the best dim sum in Hong Kong is, I would say Imperial Treasure Fine Chinese Cuisine. Whenever family or friends visit me in Hong Kong, I always take them to this place. The feedback has been great so far, so I’ll continue bringing people here. It’s not as well-known as the other food spots on this list, so I consider it my little gem.
As you can tell by the name, Imperial Treasure Fine is on the more expensive side for a dim sum restaurant. It’s totally worth the splurge for a meal, with a ton of dim sum dishes, a plentiful à la carte menu, and a stunning view.
It’s one of those restaurants where you do need to book a table. Still, it’s not as insane as restaurants like Yat Tung Heen, where you need to book weeks in advance (to be honest, I don’t think Yat Tung Heen is all that great. I mean, it’s good, but it’s not a restaurant I would wait for weeks. I don’t get the popularity.)
3) Lin Heung Lau
Say this restaurant name, Lin Heung Lau, and locals will immediately know what you’re talking about. It’s so famous because it’s been around for a century (yes, you’ve read that right), so, like, forever.
This restaurant is a piece of history, and walking into the restaurant feels like you’ve travelled back in time. The restaurant is what old Hong Kong used to look like before all that glitz and glamour.
Lin Heung Lau leans into a traditional aesthetic, including how they serve food.
Not many dim sum restaurants in Hong Kong use the push cart system anymore, but Lin Heung Lau does, and it fits their vibe.
For those who don’t know, a pushcart system is when servers roll their food trolleys around the restaurant, calling out what they have on them. If there’s something you fancy, you wave them over, and they’ll serve the dish to you.
People eat here because of its 100-year history and the nostalgia it evokes. It’s working (clearly) because it’s one of the handful of restaurants in Hong Kong that remain standing.
4) Duddell’s
There are two Duddell’s locations in Hong Kong: one at the Hong Kong airport and the other in Central.
I have to be honest with you. I eat at Duddell’s at the airport more often because of the convenient location. After passing immigration at the Hong Kong airport, it’s the dining hall area, and Duddell’s is the first food stall.
It’s always super busy because 1) it’s the first food stall and people are too lazy to keep on walking, 2) dim sum is a Hong Kong representative food, so it’s a one last hurrah meal before returning to their own country or visiting another country where dim sum isn’t as accessible.
While the Duddell’s branch at the airport is pretty good, their location in Central is infinitely better.
The menu is more extensive, and the dining atmosphere is better. It is also more elegant. Stepping in here will feel like an upscale dining experience.
Since there are too many restaurants in Hong Kong that will grab your attention, you might not have time to eat at Duddell’s in Central.
If all else fails, there’s still a backup option: the airport branch.
5) Maxim’s Palace
Maxim’s Palace in City Hall is the quintessential Hong Kong dim sum experience.
When people imagine dim sum in Hong Kong, they often picture a grand banquet hall with round tables, chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, traditional dim sum dishes, and a lively atmosphere.
Maxim’s Palace checks all these boxes.
Maxim’s is part of a large Hong Kong-based food group that includes restaurants and bakeries across the city. It’s reliable, consistent, and familiar.
Eating here will feel authentic and local. It’s also a glimpse into what Hong Kongers’ weekend dim sum experience is like. Most locals aren’t extremely picky about their dim sum and often go to one near their neighbourhood on weekends with their families.
6) One Dim Sum
Another affordable restaurant on this list, One Dim Sum, proves you don’t need fancy interiors to serve great food.
One Dim Sum once earned a Michelin star, so it naturally drew the attention of locals and tourists.
This boost of visibility now means their branch in Prince Edward has over 7000 reviews on Google.
Foot traffic can be heavy, so depending on when you visit, be prepared to wait for a table.
The restaurant interior is similar to that of modern Hong Kong cafés – simple design, tables close together, and a smaller space.
This is for those who want to satisfy their dim sum craving. It’s not for those who want a longer sit-down experience simply because there isn’t enough room. With a small dining area, you will feel rushed to leave, as you are served quickly and expected to leave just as fast.
But if your ultimate goal is high-quality, fresh dim sum at reasonable prices?
One Dim Sum is an excellent choice, especially for those on a lighter food budget.
7) Hung Fook Tong
Now, I’m cheating a little bit (but I’m not in school, so it’s okay), because Hung Fook Tong isn’t a dim sum restaurant. It is a quick stop for certain dim sum dishes, mainly at subway stations. This local chain doesn’t have seating, as it’s a small store for customers who want a quick bite.
Hung Fook Tong has a variety of siu mai, but their signature dish, as well as my favourite, is fish siu mai. I love everything from the texture and taste down to the soy sauce. It’s something I love, and it’s my blog so that it will be included in the best Hong Kong dim sum list. I eat this pretty much every week, and I’m beyond thankful that there are enough chains in the city that I don’t have to go out of my way to eat my fish siu mai.
Other dishes include char siu bao (BBQ pork buns), buns, sticky rice, tea eggs, and a few simple dim sum dishes. There are also bottled drinks and frozen packaged food to purchase.
Those who can’t make time for a dim sum restaurant should head to Hung Fook Tong, because it’s really a visit to Hong Kong if you don’t eat any dim sum?
8) Luk Yu Tea House
Spanning over three floors, Luk Yu Tea House is another old-school dim sum place in Central (Central again? Yeah, but I can’t help it. Central has a lot of nice dim sum restaurants).
This place gives off a minimalist, traditional, old-school feel. Walking into the restaurant feels like stepping into an untouched time capsule, with its dark wooden interior and servers in white uniforms.
The atmosphere won’t be as rowdy as restaurants like Ling Heung Lau, as the higher price targets a different crowd.
As a timeless Hong Kong restaurant, you can expect Luk Yu Teahouse to have all those classic dim sum dishes you’re familiar with. Some of their main dishes, like sweet and sour pork, are also worth trying. It’s a classic Hong Kong dish, and Luk Yu Teahouse is well known for it.
9) Lung King Heen
Earning a Michelin star is already tough, but Lung King Heen at the Four Seasons Hotel can proudly say it once held three Michelin stars, a rarity for Cantonese restaurants.
It has made a name for themself as one of the best Cantonese restaurants in the world.
Lung King Heen has put meticulous attention to detail into every aspect of the dining experience, from the food to customer service to interior design.
It’s a dining experience you plan for, given the extremely high prices here. It’s a splurge meal for sure, but if you’re willing to spend the money and can get a table here, Lung King Heen should be on your list of Hong Kong dim sum restaurants to try.
Final Thoughts – Dim Sum Restaurants in Hong Kong
Dim sum in Hong Kong isn’t just about food.
It’s about sitting around a table (usually a round-shaped one), catching up with loved ones, pouring tea for others, and having good food.
This common weekly tradition will continue for a long time as Chinese culture is about togetherness and community.
Dim sum is one of my absolute favourite parts of the Cantonese culture, and it’s something you definitely need to experience while you’re here. Hong Kong is known for its delicious food, and dim sum is its signature dish.
Go to at least one of these restaurants on this list with an empty stomach and an open mind. You can also try some dim sum dishes that you’ve never had before!
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Nicole
