Dim Sum Restaurants near Richmond, CA

“Excellent dinner. We came at 7 on a weeknight and there was plenty of space. The live seafood is very cool to see as you get in. The duck was top notch, and the portions were extremely healthy - we had so much leftover. Can’t wait till we comeBack!“

“Palette Tea House & Dim Sum is a winner. Located in the Ghirardelli (Chocolate) Square in downtown San Francisco, the dim sum is artfully hand crafted to perfection. The ingredients are fresh; mushrooms hand picked locally; premium wagyu steak; refined Jasmine tea; calming ambience; professional staff; delectable flavors. Highly recommended. Good luck with street parking ?“

“The food is exceptional. I’ve tried nyc chinese, florida, washington DC etc and this place was really good. The sesame chicken and pork dumplings stood out the most. We also tried the cucumber salad and that was something different but really good. I would definitely recommend giving this a shot for lunch or dinner. If I ever visit again this place will definitely get a 2nd visit from me.“

“Super quick and delicious meal! My friend and I walked in on a Friday after early cocktails nearby and were immediately greeted & seated! We ordered the chicken dumplings, wagyu dumplings, chicken chow mein and stir fried string beans. The green beans were the star of the show! They were amazing. We also really enjoyed the chow mein. Next time I'd like to get a different type of dumpling, as the chicken dumplings were just okay.“

“Really nice place. Ambiance, food, and service were all great. The manager was sweet, brought our kids some chocolate at the end of the meal, which made their day.Kid-friendliness: They were sweet to our kids and the food options were great for kids- shrimp rolls, buns, and rice dishes.“

“So freaking delicious!!! I barely eat Chinese food but this HIT THE SPOT. Yo, EVERYTHING was savory and delicious. Service was great! Food came out pretty quickly. 10/10 recommend! The prices were amazing and definitely makes me want to come back.“

“Highly recommend green beans with XO sauce and the shrimp and pork shaomai (use the hot sauce with it, even better). Pan fried mushroom buns and chashao bao (bbq pork) buns were pretty good too. Found some big chunks of pork fat in the xiao long tang bao (pork soup dumplings), but otherwise they were pretty good. Sort of funny that they put them in little tinfoil cups, but I suppose it helps people with bad chopstick skills also get to sip the soup inside the dumplings;-)“

“Great experience here. Came on a Saturday night around 6:30pm and as a group of 3 were seated in less than 10 mins (no reservation). All the food we are was great, and everything that came out at other tables looked good, too. Highly recommend the dry green beans, Kung pao prawn, and egg fried rice.Service was quick and attentive. They even have high chairs.Service fee of 18% is automatically added and they request no tipping.Will definitely be back next time I'm in the area!“

“I tried Delicious Dim Sum for the first time today and it was so good!! Got there around 2ish and there was no line. I ordered the Shrimp Dumplings, Chive & Shrimp Dumplings, Shrimp Rice Noodle Roll, Pork Shumai, Spring Rolls, and BBQ Pork Bun.“

“Overall great price for quality. Should order online to avoid the long wait (20+ minutes for a to go place is too long)- pork and shrimp shumai was really good- ham sui gok was ok. It was a bit soft, not keeping the crunchy texture- mango pudding was ok, not too sweet but a bit more chewy than I like“

“First off, this is a literal hole in the wall. I came here on the Chinese Dragon Parade day due to recommendation of my dad. He wanted to try it so my family did. Fair warning, this restaurant seats like 10 tables at best. And mind you like 4 seater tables only with a couple of two seaters. So it's really small. Hence the one star. Also cleanliness is something to be desired. But, if you look past all that, the food is absolutely amazing. It's rare to find a clay pot rice restaurant and the fact this place has plenty of variations is awesome. Heads up that the wait to get the food is about 20 min for clay pot rice since they need time to make it. We ordered 5 clay pot rices (large size, there is a small size). We ordered chicken + preserved meat, spare ribs + preserved meat, two orders of frog, and one chicken and mushroom. Everything was spectacular. Their dim sum looked average so we didn't order them but considering they're known for the clay pot rice, definitely come here for that.“

“Trust me. Asian flavors at its best. Be surprised with real Asian hustling and bustling. If you're looking for top service, you won't get it here. Pay the price and go elsewhere. Cash only.Tons of dishes to choose from. Tons of dim sum as well. White rice with 3 entrees, $5.50!! Dim sum rarely more than $3. A hearty meal for 3.....<$26! Where do you find such deal post COVID??If you like the information, please "like". Thanks“

“Shrimp and pork dumplings（虾饺&烧卖）taste pretty decent. The crepe of the shrimp crepe （鲜虾肠）is pretty thick but the shrimps are nice. We also ordered a turnip cake which tasted oily. Both the turnip cake and the shrimp crepe came out cold :( otherwise the food here is better than what I expected.“

“Visited this place for dim sum shortly after it opened on a Friday (10am). It was early so we were quickly seated. Their menu has pictures for many items which makes the ordering process easier. Food was excellent. Maybe some of the best dim sum we've ever had. We had 2-3 different types of dumplings, steamed buns, XO stir fried green beans, won ton soup.... They have a great selection of hot teas as well. We had the Red Robe with our meal. Would have it again. My only ding was being rushed to place our order, but from what I've heard the same said of other dim sum places. Would definitely like to go back and try some of their other dishes!“

“I would recommend this place to everyone. Great food and very affordable for a family or group. The wait staff were so friendly and helpful. Plus the menu had so many choices, something for everyone. Our waitress helped guide us towards a few of her favorite dishes and they were fabulous. We were seated immediately and the food started coming out within a few minutes of placing our order. We loved it and would definitely eat here again!“

“- nothing fancy, never a line ..Not ‘FAST Food’. a little bit of patience cuz everything is steamed or stir-fry to order .. takes about 10 min for ur order to be ready ?Though place is a not ‘pack’ busy type .. they definitely have their stream of regulars coming in & out .. just a small mom/pop .. enough business for a 2-3 people operation ❣️“

“Hot and sour soup, Pan fried soup bao, Peking duck potstickers and Sesame chicken were very good. Our server was friendly, fast and gave great recommendations. Restaurant was clean and had great music and ambience. Will definitely go back to try other dishes.“

“We always have fun and an excellent meal at Harborview--the delicious cuisine, the elegant atmosphere, the attentive service--all of which is unfortunately sort of rare in local Chinese restaurants. Chinese cuisine must be served immediately as the prepared dishes will fall flat in a matter of seconds-a minute--something Harborview is vigilant about--that said, your entire order(s) will not appear all at once--which is the bete noir of too many Chinese restaurants. Our martinis are always well-shaken and COLD--as Harborview has a serious bar with pro bartenders. The young servers and wait staff are lively and committed to serving you well. What's there not to like?“

“I love this place. It's small and not super noticeable, but the food is so yummy and reminiscent of my childhood. They sell both frozen and ready to eat dumplings/buns, so I'll usually take some frozen dumplings home for a quick and easy meal. What I've tried so far: Frozen pork dumplings--20 for $10. Must have. Steamed taro buns--so soft and fluffy. Not too sweet. Steamed BBQ pork buns--a more subtle flavor than most dim sum places. I find it refreshing. Shrimp har gow--nothing special, but enjoy with black vinegar The owner is super friendly and is a one man job. He always makes sure you have sauces if you need them and offers directions on how to cook frozen items. Note that there are only a couple small tables inside. It's really more of a takeout place.“

“Good value for the money. And the dim sum was nice. We had four different items, three pieces, each, for a total of $13. Was plenty for the two of us for a morning snack. There's really nowhere to sit so we walked about a block to a nice park and sat and ate.“

“This place is amazing! They always have a line out the door for lunch. Although the space is very small, Jo, it kind of has to be that way.When you walk up the window shows you amazing noodle options, and they have other stuff as well obviously. Potstickers to pork buns, you name it. But what I really want to call out Right now is their fried Chicken.When you walk in directly to your left, look for the fried Chicken. If you like the colonels 11 spices, you're going to love this even more. They're sweet and sour chicken is fairly good too, just nowhere near as impressive as the fried chicken.Sold by weight, and always tasty. I stopped in for a little something every time I walk by.Unless there are more than half a dozen people in line, which happens all the time, but they definitely move fast.Yum!“

“I really enjoy this spot in the Ferry Building for lunch. Come here for lunch with colleagues usually for an easy quick bite. Last time, shared a floral tea with a colleague. We enjoyed sipping our tea on a rainy day in San Francisco to slow down our day. We also shared the dumpling sampler and an order of wontons. Both were great and the perfect amount for two. We ended with the tea cookies. The perfect end to a meal and a palette cleanser. Our server was very attentive and knew their tea selection well. Will be back.“

“Excited to experience dim sum at night! That's the best part about this place. Dim sum anytime. This is one of their newest location. We're so glad we came here. Parking was insane but we got lucky and parked by a nearby lot. We even met the owner Michael. What a nice man! Two of my friends have tried their SF location so they already knew what to order. Lucky me! Everything was mouth watering delicious. The wait outside was not long at all and we came early by 6 pm. There's 2 levels of seatings and I highly suggest to ask for the upper floor seating. Much cooler up there on a warm day/night. The servers were so nice. I definitely remember William. Checked on us often and made sure we enjoyed our meal. We had 7 dim sum selections and there was plenty for the 3 of us. We even had a mini to go box at the end. The price is $$. I can't wait to go back here again.“

“I am still thinking about my stuffed eggplant. Oh! And the Chinese greens with Garic. Oh! And the lotus paste bao. Oh! And the…You get the idea.Maybe I ate at this place with “rose colored glasses” on - we managed to easily get a parking spot right in front of this spot and it put us in a great mood to begin with.But I am pretty sure it was just the delicious food.Simple Chinatown restaurant with staple dim sum.Vegetarian options: Be careful. Some items seem vegetarian but have fish or shrimp sauce / paste or are cooked in an animal fat. Make sure to ask.Dietary restrictions: Be careful- ask the right questions some things have hidden ingredients and they do not mark anything. High probability of cross contaminationParking: This is downtown San Francisco- god speed.Kid-friendliness: It is a classic Chinatown restaurant- you know your kids will they like seeing roast hanging ducks? Seeing the dish they will be eating in a tank? If so, like mine, than yes!Wheelchair accessibility: Not really. But people make it work.“

“Local Chinese food market vibe. Great service. And VERY delicious and affordable pastries. Strongly recommend. I loved the Taro pineapple bun and cant believe they sell 5 small pine apple buns for less than $4!!! We got 7 pastries for less than $10!“

“I've known of Good Mong Kok Bakery for years and have always had it on my list. It's one of the most popular spots for dim sum in Chinatown for locals and tourists. With a short line, we made a spur-of-the-moment decision to give it a shot! The bakery and dim sum spot operate as take-out only. You're able to view the menu outside and inside. The interior is narrow, noisy, and only fits a handful of people. Order with the ladies, they'll pack it up, and you pay and head on your merry way. Cash is preferred as there's a surcharge for cards. Luckily we came with my companion who could order and speak to them in Cantonese--so he did all the work haha. We ordered a few items to share: Shrimp Dumplings, Pork Shui Mai, and Steamed B.B.Q. Pork Bun. Each item comes with a different set of pieces. My Dad loved the shui mai--strong pork flavor. I enjoyed the har gow as it was plump and tasty. The steamed pork bun was ginormous in size and I ended up sharing it with my companion. I do feel like the pieces could've been bigger (aside from the pork bun) for the price. With sufficient dim sum restaurants in San Francisco's Chinatown, Good Mong Kok is highly spoken of. A quick service spot for all to try with a good dim sum! Located off Stockton Street, street parking is limited in the area.“

“I noticed this place on the way to trying Good Mong Kok. The crowd of locals and lack of tourists caught my attention. So what did I do? I got the same items from both places and had a dim sum-off! Key Finding: the food and prices were nearly the same, but one was way easier to get into. The beef shui mai had a pleasant texture and thin wrapper; good flavors. I got sticky rice and pork wrapped in bamboo leaves. Also tasty with a hefty amount of filling, and they have both the kind with peanuts and with yellow mung beans. And of course I got an egg tart. This was tasty as any, though the bottom crust was a little dense. A minor complaint! The shop is tiny and the customer service just ok as you would expect from most Chinese bakeries. The parklet is still in place, but it didn't seem available that day. Overall, this is a solid bet if you want cheap dim sum in the neighborhood and don't want the hassle of a long line over at Good Mong Kok!“

“It's our last night of a business trip to San Francisco. We asked our taxi driver for a recommendation and he dropped us off there - we are glad he did. We weren't sure what to have, so the owner chose for us. We started with a chicken bao, then clam soup, fried rice paper rolls, pork spare ribs, prawn and beef with broccoli,catfish soup, and then finally, a chicken and prawn fried rice cooked at the table. My favourite was the clam soup. They make a really lovely not-too-sweet iced tea. I totally loved this dinner.“

“Good food and okay service for a lunch. All of the items we tried (and we tried quite a few) were well made and flavorful, and we appreciate the cutting before serving. Not the best dim sum we've ever had but a very solid choice. The atmosphere was also nice.“

“I came here with my parents for lunch and there's lot of open seating. My parents wanted to come here since they missed the eel clay pot rice they grew up eating in China. Even at 12pm there were only 2 other tables that were occupied. They have a large selection on the menu with many chefs and house special dishes. They also serve dim sum here if you're not sure what type of Chinese food you want. Yellow Eel Clay Pot Rice (4.5/5) - the rice was well made, and the crispy rice from the bottom of the pot made for great contrast in texture! It's very close to traditional yellow eel clay pot rice that you can find in China! Steamed White Eel with Black Bean Sauce (5/5) - best dish of the meal! The eel was the perfect texture, slightly crunchy (in a good way) and not mushy. Flavors were bold and nostalgic! Taishan Five Flavor Goose (3.5/5) - the flavors were great but the goose itself wasn't great quality (most likely can't compare to what you find in China) Green String Beans (5/5) - they were just right! Well seasoned in a garlicky stir fry, crispy and light. If you are in the area and looking for authentic Chinese eel or clay pot dishes, you should check out Taishan Restaurant! Fun Fact: They have a karaoke room in the back!“

“This place looks a little dingy, seems like it used to be restaurant, but now they just do takeaway. The dimsum is not premium restaurant stuff, but good hearty home style, presentation not so great, but tastes good. You could get a meal for under $10 here, but "splurge" a little and you'll be really full.“

“This place changed my life. Earlier in the day we walked by this restaurant (we had already eaten a full dinner), but the nicest man said he would stay open for us if we wanted to do some shopping before coming back. He was so enthusiastic that we picked up 3 other members from our group and came back just for the owner to convince us to get the “all you can eat” food service for a flat rate charge. Throughout the meal he kept bringing us dishes at a speedy rate. Some of the dishes we didn’t even order just so we could try them (at no additional cost). I don’t know if I have ever had such a great experience at a restaurant in San Francisco. Everyone should come here, even if it’s just for the experience“

“Used to be old D&A Cafe. But the funny thing is that it is now under the ownership of the bbq/roast duck lady from a super market that my mom used to go to. The food here is good and the portions are big. We usually get the wontons only soup and then the 3 items as it comes with soup. Their braised fish with tofu is amazing. Highly recommend. Their fried spare ribs / sweet and sour spareribs and green beans with chicken is a good staple as well. The service is fast. That is all you need. Ambience is nice but again remain the same as old D&A cafe. They got newer bench and tables though.“

“This is the first time I came to New Moon Restaurant. I’m very impressed with the services, the quality of the food and the price is the cheapest around the area. This owner’s wife is very honest and friendly. I accidentally gave her too much money and she gave it back to me. Moving forward, I will always come back to this restaurant.“

“This is my go to spot for dim sum and Chinese food in town. We love the BBQ pork buns, salt and pepper fish, the roasted duck, and chow mein.The restaurant is located in an old bank in downtown Pinole. The room is large with plenty of seating inside, and plenty of parking outside.It can get loud when they are busy, and dim sum is always a full room.“

“A fun little dim sum spot in the heart of SF Chinatown. Food is incredibly fresh, made in the front kitchen for all to see. We had a highly responsive server and ordered a decent spread of food from dumplings to seafood to noodles. I really like the Crispy shrimp rice noodles roll and the shrimp dumpling. The beef chow fun was somewhat dry. It was very tasty and filling.“

“Ordered on DoorDash this week, first time customer and the food was delicious. I ordered honey walnut shrimp, good portion, flavor (not soggy, not too sweet), BBQ pork buns - tasty & crab wontons - crispy. Probably going to order again and try other dishes.“

“Yummy Dim Sum & Fast Food in San Francisco offers a flavorful dim sum experience. I tried their combo with BBQ pork, roast duck, Hainan chicken, Thai-style chicken feet, spiced pork feet, and secret shredded chicken. All of them tasted decent! I look forward to trying other items next time.“