The Best Hong Kong Dim Sum: Where To Find Yum Cha In The City

There’s a dim sum dish in Hong Kong for everyone! Literally meaning “to touch your heart”, yum cha is a universal crowd-pleaser. Here’s where to go for the best dim sum in Hong Kong…

A Cantonese brunch tradition that sprang from the teahouses of Guangzhou, today dim sum encapsulates a stunning range – borrowed and adapted from various regional cuisines – of tastes, textures, ingredients and techniques. Here in Hong Kong, foremost dim sum destination of the world, communal gatherings, family reunions and a.m. rituals extend over the flurry of small plates and ceaseless pots of tea. In other words, there’s no denying that yum cha holds a special place in the city – and in our hearts.

So, measure out your day in stacks of steaming baskets. Let the morning and early afternoon lazily unspool, spirits soothed and bellies brimming. Here’s our guide to the best dim sum in Hong Kong.

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Dim Sum Library – A modern take on classic dim sum in Admiralty

At Dim Sum Library, truffle and other premium ingredients find new purpose in classic dim sum dishes. Encased in delicate layers of pastry, wagyu plays well with aromatic pepper in the beef puffs, while slivers of black truffle umami-fy always-delectable har gao (shrimp dumplings). It’s also known for its uniquely delicious dan dan xiao long bao (so much so that it’s often sold out by dinnertime). For an innovative experience, browse and sink your teeth into the expertly curated selection at Dim Sum Library.

Sassy Tip: Dim Sum Library has also serves an afternoon tea which includes two hours of unlimited dim sum, mains and desserts with a tea-infused mocktail, starting at $338 per person.

Dim Sum Library, 124, 1/F, Pacific Place, Admiralty, Hong Kong, 3643 0088, dimsumlibrary.com.hk

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One Duck Lane – Dim sum lunch at Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong

A new, modern Chinese restaurant at Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong, One Duck Lane specialises in Peking duck, premium seafood dishes, Chinese culinary classics and — of course — dim sum. Helmed by local chef Jack Chan, everything in this eatery has been thoughtfully designed, from the Chinese mansion-inspired interiors and themed cocktails to the mouthwatering menu, all set by the harbourside. Head there during lunch for a selection of yum cha favourites upgraded with playful touches. Try the aesthetic Steamed Garoupa Dumpling or the Deep Fried Black Pepper Wagyu Beef Puff which puts a decadent spin on conventional shredded turnip puffs.

Sassy Tip: Book through One Duck Lane’s official page to enjoy 15% off all food items, including a la carte and set menus (until Tuesday, 31 March 2026).

One Duck Lane, 2/F, West Tower, Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong, 1 North Point Estate Lane, North Point, Hong Kong, 3896 9896, Instagram: @oneducklane, www.hyatt.com

Dimdimsum – Quality dim sum in Mong Kok and Jordan at affordable prices

With branches in Shanghai and Taiwan, this Hong Kong-based dim sum joint builds a loyal patronage with quality dim sum at affordable prices. Plump shrimp encased in a satisfyingly thin wrapper, this place passes the har gow test, and that is not taken lightly in our books. One surprising standout to mention are the pineapple buns filled with pineapple custard.

Dimdimsum (Mong Kok), 106 Tung Choi Street, Mong Kok, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2309 2300
Dimdimsum (Jordan), G/F, Man King Building, 28 Wen Hui Street, Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2771 7766

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Madame Fù Grand Café Chinois – Contemporary Chinese restaurant in Tai Kwun serving handcrafted dim sum

Taking up an entire third floor in the old police headquarters in Tai Kwun, Madame Fù is one of the most aesthetically pleasing Chinese restaurants in Hong Kong, boasting artistic ambience and a verandah overlooking the Parade Ground. At the heart of its renowned menu lies handcrafted dim sum made by master chefs with over 50 years of experience. You’ll savour plump har gow, innovative mushroom parcels and succulent crab dumplings, as well as other signatures like truffle chicken. Take time to marvel at the glistening translucent skin of the dim sum and its fillings that burst with fresh ingredients and authentic flavours.

Madame Fù Grand Café Chinois, 3/F, Barrack Block, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2114 2118, Instagram: @madamefugrandcafe, www.madamefu.com.hk

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Lin Heung Lau – Hundred-year-old dim sum restaurant to relocate in April 2026

Since opening over a hundred years ago, the two-storey Lin Heung Lau has been a Hong Kong institution and one of the last dim sum restaurants to still use wheeled dim sum trolleys (some of the older Sassy readers will remember that the staff used to carry the bamboo steamers on their backs in bamboo backpacks back in the day!). When Lin Heung Lau suddenly closed in 2022 after struggling during Covid, it was a dark time for its regulars. However, it reopened in its original location in April 2024 and has now announced it’s leaving its Wellington spot to open in Des Voeux Road (plus it opened in TST too!). Expect the same old-fashioned dim sum menu (pillowy char siu bao and sink-your-teeth-in siu mai are Sassy favourites) we know and love.

Lin Heung Lau, 160-164 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2156 9328 (moving in April to Tung Ning Building, 249-251 Des Voeux Road Central, Sheung Wan)
Lin Heung Tea House, 1-2/F, Cheung Lee Commercial Building, 25 Kimberley Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong

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Dim Sum Square – Ideal for a quick yum cha lunch in Sheung Wan

Apart from the best-selling Spring Rolls Wrapped in Rice Rolls, this reliable restaurant delivers on the dim sum must-haves including siu mai, har gao and lo mai gai (glutinous rice with chicken swaddled in a large lotus leaf) – in winter, the latter cocoons a nub of maple-scented Chinese sausage. This spot successfully squares away any dim sum craving and is a favourite of Team Sassy, especially for its genuinely good vegetarian options.

Dim Sum Square, G/F, 78 Jervois Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, 2851 8088, www.facebook.com/dimsumsquare

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Tim Ho Wan – Best value Michelin-starred dim sum

One of our tried-and-tested wallet-friendly favourites is Tim Ho Wan. Once known around the world as one of the most affordable Michelin-starred restaurants, yum cha enthusiasts flock to its locations across Hong Kong – and now across the globe, with its several international outposts – for its uncommon balance of taste and value. All the classics are made fairly well, but the baked char siu bun (available too in a truffle chicken flavour!) is crisp and crackly on the outside, with jammy-sweet porcine goodness inside — and that’s what it’s all a-bao.

Tim Ho Wan, various locations across Hong Kong, www.timhowan.com.hk

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Yum Cha – Instagrammable dim sum in Central

Growing up, we were taught not to play with our food. But at Yum Cha, fun and games are intrinsic to the dim sum experience. Here, you’re more than encouraged to indulge your inner child and engage with the multi-sensory dim sum. The steamed char siu bao (BBQ pork buns) land on your table dressed as three little pigs, while the famous custard buns tease your twin senses of disgust and delight with their oft-Instagrammed ooze or ‘vomiting’.

Yum Cha, 2/F, Nan Fung Place, Nan Fun Tower, 173 Des Voeux Road, Central, Hong Kong, 3708 8081, www.nanfungplace.com

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Man Mo Dim Sum – Unique fusion dim sum in Sheung Wan

What are the ethics of enfolding foie gras in xiao long bao? Perhaps most pressingly, does involving cheese in a dim sum degustation constitute pure heresy? Contemplate these complex philosophical questions at Man Mo Dim Sum. A walk-in only (for parties under eight) wine bar and restaurant with a sister location in Bordeaux, there is some method to the madness of the menu here: chefs from Din Tai Fung and Robuchon put it together after months of tinkering. Not one for the traditionalists, the offerings here conjure a brand of ‘East-meets-West’ dining with unorthodox pairings and explosive flavours.

Man Mo Dim Sum, Shop 05-06, Hollywood Centre, 233 Hollywood Road, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, www.manmodimsum.com

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One Dim Sum – Best for ‘no frills’ yum cha in Central, TST and Prince Edward

Hold the foie gras and Périgord shavings – One Dim Sum isn’t about reinventing the wheel. Instead, this wildly popular dim sum-eria in Prince Edward is committed to the classics. Be it celebratory turnip cake or comforting lo mai gai, most dishes are prepared remarkably well, especially considering the agreeable price tag. End on a high, sweet(er) note with the egg twists or dan san, dusted with crushed peanuts and coconut flakes, then drizzled with condensed milk.

One Dim Sum, various locations across Hong Kong, onedimsum.hk

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Seventh Son – Best Hong Kong dim sum for special occasions

Top-tier ingredients and traditional cooking methods harmonise at Seventh Son, an elevated, traditional Cantonese restaurant recognised by the Michelin Guide and Asia’s 50 Best. Established by the seventh son of reputed Fook Lam Moon founder, Chui Fuk-chuen, heritage and history run deep at this restaurant. Expect quintessential dim sum executed to perfection, with a focus on highlighting natural flavours and freshness.

Seventh Son, 701 & 702, 7/F, H Zentre, 15 Middle Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2892 2888, seventhson.hk

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Ding Dim 1968 – Classic yum cha in Central

A cheap and cheerful stop for dim sum on Wyndham Street, Ding Dim 1968 is a go-to for all our favourite yum cha staples. On top of the usual suspects, we’re also fans of the Siu Mai topped with Black Truffle, Deep-Fried Squid in Chilli Garlic and Xiao Long Bao with Pork and Crab Roe.

Ding Dim 1968, 59 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2326 1968, www.dingdim.com

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Duddell’s – Best for dim sum brunch fanatics in Central

Even before the age of social media and the emergence of ‘foodfluencers’, the adage held true: you eat with your eyes first. At the distinguished Cantonese dim sum dining room Duddell’s, which first earned a Michelin star in 2013, aesthetics are not an afterthought. The walls are graced with fine art, while the kitchen crafts exquisite bites invigorated by local and seasonal ingredients. Duddell’s popular yum cha brunch set includes some of the best dim in Hong Kong, accompanied by free-flow Champagne and a buzzy atmosphere.

Duddell’s, 3/F, 1 Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2525 9191, www.duddells.co

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Kung Fu Dim Sum – Handcrafted traditional yum cha in Hong Kong

Following the traditional practice of hand-making these bites of deliciousness, Kung Fu Dim Sum is headed by a chef with over 20 years of experience under his belt who strives to create a relaxed environment for diners to enjoy this cuisine. With its resounding success, it now has eight branches in Hong Kong, ensuring that you’ll definitely find dim sum near you of high quality and great taste!

Kung Fu Dim Sum, various locations across Hong Kong, 2660 6668

Din Tai Fung – Global dim sum branch with several locations in Hong Kong

In Hong Kong, DTF means something very different — here it means it’s time for great dim sum! With queues snaking out of the door of every branch during peak hours (plan accordingly!), it has remained a firm favourite among Hong Kongers for years. Our go-to dishes include the famed xiao long bao, as well as spicy wontons and filled-to-the-brim dumplings, and we usually round off with a fried rice or noodle plate too. Better go in a group so you can try as many dishes as possible!

Din Tai Fung, various locations across Hong Kong, www.dintaifung.com

Lock Cha – Ideal for vegetarian dim sum in Hong Kong

Dim sum is a Hong Kong staple, and thanks to Lock Cha Tea House, those following a vegan or vegetarian diet don’t have to miss out! Enriched by the region’s vast history of ingenious mock meats, this dim sum spread takes veggies seriously. From pickled beancurd skin to fungi-forward designs, the menu inspires with creative twists on typically meaty morsels. With the tea list triple the length of the food menu, ‘cha’ takes the leading role it deserves in this yum cha affair par excellence.

Lock Cha, various locations across Hong Kong, www.lockcha.com

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Rùn – Wan Chai dim sum with a contemporary style

Awarded a Michelin star in 2022, Rùn at The St. Regis Hotel is worth a visit. In-season ingredients from around the world are painstakingly prepared by Chef Hung Chi-Kwong the traditional way, and then plated up with a refined, modern spin. Alongside classic Canton fare, the restaurant offers vegetarian and gluten-free menus to accommodate differing dietary needs.

Rùn, 2/F, The St. Regis Hotel, 1 Harbour Drive, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 2138 6808, www.stregishongkong.com

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Sun Hing – Best for late-night dim sum in Kennedy Town

Open daily from 3am to 4pm, Sun Hing draws in the late night and daybreak crowds. The people congregate here for one thing: traditional dim sum, served in frenzied abundance. The pork and mushroom siu mai and curry honeycomb tripe are popular picks, but no one can pay a visit to Kennedy Town‘s Sun Hing without trying the salted egg yolk custard buns – a hallowed experience that feels all the more sacred in the small hours of the morning.

Sun Hing, Shop C, G/F, 8 Smithfield Road, Kennedy Town, Hong Kong, 2816 0616

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Duen Kee – Perfect Tsuen Wan dim sum for hiking adventures

Nestled inside a village house on the slopes of Tai Mo Shan, Hong Kong’s tallest peak, Duen Kee is perfect for pre- or post-hike fuelling up (it closes at 2pm). At this self-service dim sum restaurant, the atmosphere is cheerfully communal – and a dash competitive – as you hustle to acquire coveted dim sum dishes and scoop out dollops of tofu or soybean pudding from a giant barrel. Blanched watercress is the unexpected breakout star here: bright and vegetal with peppery notes, these greens are grown in the nearby fields and picked fresh for each service. Local and sustainable – done the down-to-earth way!

Duen Kee, 57-58 Chuen Lung Estate, Route Twisk, Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong, 2490 5246

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Editor’s Note: “Your Guide To Dim Sum In Hong Kong” was most recently updated by Team Sassy in March 2026.