Joyful Dim Sum Bistro
43486 Ellsworth St, Fremont
(510) 270-8130
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Very cheap prices, good value
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
I'll be real, we were excited to try this place but it is not joyful at all. By that, I mean the service. It was 100% like she didn't want us to be there. Like our server was extremely short with us and essentially ignored us. When we don't get a single smile until you collect the bill, it kind of sends a message. Shame cause the food was good. The Xiao long back is good. The shumai is on the porkier side. Everything else was fine. The turnip cakes are bland. Maybe the service soured the experience. It's nice that they give you hot water to make tea to eat the dim sum. The bathroom and table were clear enough.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 1
[Issues resolved] the shop made speedy response to complaints. Thank you for being honest. We will revisit soon.
We come here every week before our daughter’s kung fu class on Sundays.
Historically, this place has been great, but the past two weeks have been nothing short of disappointing.
We placed our order at 11:15 a.m. for pickup at 12:15 p.m., but it was 20 minutes late. They had also run out of cha siu bao and asked if they could substitute egg tarts instead.
All of the steamed items ended up overcooked and goopy. The rice rolls had a texture more like congee, and we even found an unknown substance inside one of them. We didn’t go up to the counter to complain because there was a huge line, and we had to head to class.
Additionally, we noticed staff bringing frozen, prepackaged foods (such as green onion pancakes and one other item we couldn’t quite identify) into the kitchen. This makes me worry that not everything is house-made anymore.
It doesn’t seem like they’ve scaled up well after moving locations.
It’s really disappointing because we’ve always loved this place and the staff has always been friendly. I’m hoping things improve soon—otherwise, they risk losing loyal customers.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
Online ordering here was a breeze. Unlike other places where I feel pressured to order more or lack the convenience of online options, this spot made getting dim sum straightforward.
Food: The dim sum was warm and steamy, and the quality was solid. My only gripe was the limited menu—no shrimp rice rolls or fried shrimp crescents, which are some of my favorites. If you’re happy with staples like Shiu Mai or Har Gow, you’ll enjoy it.
Service: No issues. I picked up my order by name, and that was it.
Atmosphere: The setting is simple and casual, with a cafeteria-like vibe. It’s good for a laid-back meal but not for anything formal.
Overall: It’s a decent spot with a smaller menu. Two orders of dim sum were enough to satisfy me, and I’d come back if I was in the mood for a quick and easy dim sum fix.
Parking: There was so much parking here on a weekend morning.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pork Buns, Har Gow Aka Shrimp Dumplings
Great small dim sum place amazing to go food that is made fresh and is very well priced. I will definitely be comeback.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dumplings, Buns
This is the hidden gem of dim sum in Fremont. Their dim sum is yummy and fresh and are reasonably priced. Owners are friendly and accommodative. The restaurant has limited seating but there are a few outdoor seats. Cash only below $30. People love to take out. They serve dim sum all day (except afternoon breaks from 3-4pm). They also offer oolong tea and green tea for free.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dumplings
Today is the Christmas holiday and there are many customers, so we choose to take out! The food is made from real ingredients, and the ingredients are very good, and the price is not very high. You can feel the store's care in every bite you take, and the meat is very fresh. It is a Hong Kong-style dim sum worth recommending! Their chicken feet, salt and pepper chicken wings, cold fungus, leek box dumplings, cold mustard greens, and rice rolls are all very delicious. You can order online, and it is very convenient to pick up food in the store. If you like Hong Kong-style tea and dim sum, you must not miss it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dumplings are popping hot and taste fresh. Service is quick. Tables can be sticky.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Pork Buns, Dumplings, Sticky Rice, Buns
Not bad for the prices. 5 stars for providing services in the residential communities nearby.
Ordered Shiu Mai, Har Gow, Pot Stickers and Wontons in chili oil. Everything was exceptional.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Dumplings
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Found this place on Google Map since it's near Ohlone College, such a hidden gem 💎
What we ordered:
- Har Gow/ Shrimp Dumplings & Siu Mai/ Pork with Shrimp Dumplings
- Gai Lan/ Chinese Broccoli 🍃
- Baked Barbecue Pork Rolls
- Fung Jao/ Steamed Chicken Feet
- Xiao Long Bao
They serve everything in to-go style, very small place so make sure you go early. We came early to have a quick bite. People started coming in around 11:30, so luckily, we were done by then. The staff was friendly and the food was pretty good. Would come back again if I'm in the area.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dumplings, Baked BBQ, Chicken Feet, S4 Chicken Feet 鳳爪
Food are so good,cashier is nice too.the only thing is not good it’s hot inside
Dietary restrictions: Their serving is just enough for 1 meal for 1 person which is I loved it
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pork Buns, Dumplings, Baked BBQ, Buns, Chicken Feet
Delicious! Wonderful service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dumplings, Chicken Feet, S4 Chicken Feet 鳳爪
I would say it is good, but not amazing. The broth was just not as good as other Vietnamese pho. My main gripe was that except for the plentiful chicken breast and noodle, there were only two shrimp and a few bits of inexpensive meat ball which is mostly filler (in all pho, so not shade there, just making the point that I think it felt a bit cheap). No regrets, just not memorable
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
I had a great experience at this dim sum bistro! The service was impressively fast, and the staff were very friendly, making the meal even more enjoyable. I ordered the chicken feet, spare ribs, sticky rice, siu mai, chicken wings, and Hong Kong milk tea—each dish was delicious and reasonably priced. The only downside was the limited seating, which can make it a bit challenging during peak hours. Overall, it's a solid spot for a quick and satisfying dim sum meal!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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