Good canton style platters. Service was good given that it wasn't too busy during our dinner. Local go to place.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Marc Grossman
After local shopping in the area we loved the idea of returning to Taiwanese Gourmet on Broadway but I was craving dim sum. So, this restaurant was recommended by a friend of my girlfriend. For two we ordered six dim sum dishes, and from the menu a spicy clam dish with fried shallots and ground pork. This was one of the best dim sum places I have eaten at and the clam dish from the menu was excellent. Service was extremely attentive and food was served with a smile. Honestly it probably makes a difference that my partner is Chinese and a foodie who is extremely friendly. However, I would be totally comfortable coming here without her and highly recommend this place to anyone who wants great food! Highest recommendations!
Parking: I am a good at finding street parking in NYC but I think they offer free parking too during certain hours.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dim Sum Cart
Kyaw Thwin
Servers are rude.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
E M.
First time at this restaurant and very impressed. Great food and very reasonable prices. Generous portions.Exceptional service! Will come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Famous Golden Fried Rice, Crispy Garlic Fried Chicken
Emilly Ly
I’ve been coming to this restaurant since I was a kid. They closed for renovations for a little while. So glad they’re back in business. It could be a hit or miss sometimes but most of the time their dishes hit the spot and a lot of their fried dishes are cooked well. The Peking duck buns were mostly skin this time around, a little lacking in the meat department. The mayo shrimp was perfectly executed. Overall a solid restaurant, good for big parties.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Ricardo Pinheiro
The food was tasty and delicious. Everything was good from the stir fried vegetables to the lobster and dungeness crab.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 涷蟹
Katrina Reyes
This is one of our favorite restaurants to go to as a family. With 4 little kids, there is not much restaurant we could go to, one, because of the noise my kids make; two, my kids are very picky. Just so happens this restaurant can tolerate the noise and they have very good food. Service, well we are Asian so we are used to, and usually the ladies servers are very friendly. Tonight was a total opposite night. Soon as we came, this guy server came to us, already frowning, as if I pissed him off just by telling him “we are ready to order.” I am aware they dont speak much English so I usually make gestures while I talk. Soon our orders came and it was missing some quantity. My hubby just told another guy server about it and told our server. He looked at us with the annoyed face, not acknowledging “ok I got it, its coming.” 15 min passed and the kids are hungry and fussing, I looked at our server and gestured off he could come to us, he totally ignored me and he right next to me. That totally annoyed me, so I got up, head directly to the lady in the front, THEN he acknowledged me saying “WHAT?!” I told him “ I saw you ignoring me so I will talk to someone else.” Anyways, we still love this restaurant despite this experience but hopefully they can improve on the servers.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
ian Harahap
Good food warm place, i like the lamb its really tasty
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
J M
Don’t bother trying to make a reservation at this place, they will not honor it. We made a reservation for 7pm arrived at 6:50 and didn’t get a table until 8. Would have been perfectly happy if they told us they didn't have availability, I would have gone to another restaurant, but of course they wouldn't do that. We waited with 4 kids in the cramped area by the door 70 minutes. Should have left but worker kept saying 10 more minutes which was a lie. Food was average and portions are smaller than you would expect. Waiter service was nonexistence other than food delivery. Then came the bill, and they "gave" us a discount but we had to pay cash... If you have a choice don't come here. Much other better options around.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
MK M.
This Cantonese Dim Sum restaurant is a rare find in the Elmhurst area, with a comfortable ambiance and average food quality. However, I think it lacks a unique appeal, which might be why there are so few Cantonese Dim Sum spots in Elmhurst—most feel the same. Friends and locals often prefer heading to Flushing for its wider variety and richer selection of standout dishes.
I believe this restaurant could stand out by introducing seasonal specials and innovative dim sum, blending traditional and modern decor, and perhaps adding an open kitchen so diners can watch the dim sum being made. Small touches like Cantonese greetings from staff or exclusive tea pairings would also bring warmth and cultural depth to the experience. Here are some suggestions that could make this restaurant a unique and memorable destination:
1. Fusion of Classic and Innovative Menu Options The restaurant could maintain its classic offerings while introducing unique, modern twists. Seasonal specials or limited-time chef recommendations with creative flavors and artistic presentation could make each visit exciting.
2. Atmosphere and Themed Decor A design that fuses traditional Cantonese elements with a modern twist would create a memorable dining atmosphere. Adding cultural elements like murals, traditional calligraphy, or a cultural story wall about dim sum could deepen the experience for diners.
3. Immersive Experience An open kitchen where diners can watch their dim sum being made would add a unique touch and create a sense of connection with the culinary process. Hosting events on weekends, like traditional Cantonese music performances, or even offering dim sum-making classes, could attract a wider range of patrons.
4. Personalized Service Training staff to greet customers in Cantonese and offer insights into the menu could enhance the authenticity. Offering set meal combinations for newcomers who might not be familiar with the dishes would make the experience feel personalized and welcoming.
5. Exclusive Tea Pairings A specially curated tea menu could elevate the dining experience. Imagine pairing traditional dim sum with exclusive teas like aged Pu’er or herbal infusions only available at this location. A signature tea that’s unique to this restaurant could add to its charm.
6. Community Engagement and Storytelling Telling the restaurant’s unique story, perhaps as a dedication to preserving the flavors of Guangdong or as a place to experience authentic, modern Cantonese cuisine, could strengthen its identity. Engaging with the local community through tasting events and social media would help to build a loyal customer base and foster word-of-mouth.
Don't stop here, keep driving. Food was blah, only two dim sum cart was roving the floor. Left here unsatisfied
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Edixon Chen
Please visit there, If you plan to “Ruin Your Mood”from the morning breakfast. Terrible service, worst eating dimsum experience ever!!!
Radames Legaspi
Be there when the restaurant opens 😁 Dimsum cart comes around fast. Going back soon 😀. Bring friends and enjoy!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A L
The food is mediocre. Everything is passable but bland. There are better tasting Chinese food in Flushing or even further down the area. But it has dim sum when the mood strikes and it’s close enough to walk to.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Emmanuel Ramos
I love Ocean Bay restaurant! The food is always excellent, with reasonable prices and good portion sizes. The ambiance is great, and the servers are very attentive. I've brought my parents here twice already for their birthday dinners. My only complaint is that they don't accept American Express, but other than that, everything is great!
Good canton style platters. Service was good given that it wasn't too busy during our dinner. Local go to place.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
After local shopping in the area we loved the idea of returning to Taiwanese Gourmet on Broadway but I was craving dim sum. So, this restaurant was recommended by a friend of my girlfriend. For two we ordered six dim sum dishes, and from the menu a spicy clam dish with fried shallots and ground pork. This was one of the best dim sum places I have eaten at and the clam dish from the menu was excellent. Service was extremely attentive and food was served with a smile. Honestly it probably makes a difference that my partner is Chinese and a foodie who is extremely friendly. However, I would be totally comfortable coming here without her and highly recommend this place to anyone who wants great food! Highest recommendations!
Parking: I am a good at finding street parking in NYC but I think they offer free parking too during certain hours.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dim Sum Cart
Servers are rude.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
First time at this restaurant and very impressed.
Great food and very reasonable prices. Generous portions.Exceptional service!
Will come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Famous Golden Fried Rice, Crispy Garlic Fried Chicken
I’ve been coming to this restaurant since I was a kid. They closed for renovations for a little while. So glad they’re back in business. It could be a hit or miss sometimes but most of the time their dishes hit the spot and a lot of their fried dishes are cooked well. The Peking duck buns were mostly skin this time around, a little lacking in the meat department. The mayo shrimp was perfectly executed. Overall a solid restaurant, good for big parties.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
The food was tasty and delicious. Everything was good from the stir fried vegetables to the lobster and dungeness crab.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 涷蟹
This is one of our favorite restaurants to go to as a family. With 4 little kids, there is not much restaurant we could go to, one, because of the noise my kids make; two, my kids are very picky. Just so happens this restaurant can tolerate the noise and they have very good food. Service, well we are Asian so we are used to, and usually the ladies servers are very friendly. Tonight was a total opposite night. Soon as we came, this guy server came to us, already frowning, as if I pissed him off just by telling him “we are ready to order.” I am aware they dont speak much English so I usually make gestures while I talk. Soon our orders came and it was missing some quantity. My hubby just told another guy server about it and told our server. He looked at us with the annoyed face, not acknowledging “ok I got it, its coming.” 15 min passed and the kids are hungry and fussing, I looked at our server and gestured off he could come to us, he totally ignored me and he right next to me. That totally annoyed me, so I got up, head directly to the lady in the front, THEN he acknowledged me saying “WHAT?!” I told him “ I saw you ignoring me so I will talk to someone else.” Anyways, we still love this restaurant despite this experience but hopefully they can improve on the servers.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
Good food warm place, i like the lamb its really tasty
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Don’t bother trying to make a reservation at this place, they will not honor it. We made a reservation for 7pm arrived at 6:50 and didn’t get a table until 8. Would have been perfectly happy if they told us they didn't have availability, I would have gone to another restaurant, but of course they wouldn't do that. We waited with 4 kids in the cramped area by the door 70 minutes. Should have left but worker kept saying 10 more minutes which was a lie. Food was average and portions are smaller than you would expect. Waiter service was nonexistence other than food delivery. Then came the bill, and they "gave" us a discount but we had to pay cash... If you have a choice don't come here. Much other better options around.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
This Cantonese Dim Sum restaurant is a rare find in the Elmhurst area, with a comfortable ambiance and average food quality. However, I think it lacks a unique appeal, which might be why there are so few Cantonese Dim Sum spots in Elmhurst—most feel the same. Friends and locals often prefer heading to Flushing for its wider variety and richer selection of standout dishes.
I believe this restaurant could stand out by introducing seasonal specials and innovative dim sum, blending traditional and modern decor, and perhaps adding an open kitchen so diners can watch the dim sum being made. Small touches like Cantonese greetings from staff or exclusive tea pairings would also bring warmth and cultural depth to the experience. Here are some suggestions that could make this restaurant a unique and memorable destination:
1. Fusion of Classic and Innovative Menu Options
The restaurant could maintain its classic offerings while introducing unique, modern twists. Seasonal specials or limited-time chef recommendations with creative flavors and artistic presentation could make each visit exciting.
2. Atmosphere and Themed Decor
A design that fuses traditional Cantonese elements with a modern twist would create a memorable dining atmosphere. Adding cultural elements like murals, traditional calligraphy, or a cultural story wall about dim sum could deepen the experience for diners.
3. Immersive Experience
An open kitchen where diners can watch their dim sum being made would add a unique touch and create a sense of connection with the culinary process. Hosting events on weekends, like traditional Cantonese music performances, or even offering dim sum-making classes, could attract a wider range of patrons.
4. Personalized Service
Training staff to greet customers in Cantonese and offer insights into the menu could enhance the authenticity. Offering set meal combinations for newcomers who might not be familiar with the dishes would make the experience feel personalized and welcoming.
5. Exclusive Tea Pairings
A specially curated tea menu could elevate the dining experience. Imagine pairing traditional dim sum with exclusive teas like aged Pu’er or herbal infusions only available at this location. A signature tea that’s unique to this restaurant could add to its charm.
6. Community Engagement and Storytelling
Telling the restaurant’s unique story, perhaps as a dedication to preserving the flavors of Guangdong or as a place to experience authentic, modern Cantonese cuisine, could strengthen its identity. Engaging with the local community through tasting events and social media would help to build a loyal customer base and foster word-of-mouth.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Restaurantji Recommends
Don't stop here, keep driving.
Food was blah, only two dim sum cart was roving the floor.
Left here unsatisfied
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Please visit there, If you plan to “Ruin Your Mood”from the morning breakfast. Terrible service, worst eating dimsum experience ever!!!
Be there when the restaurant opens 😁
Dimsum cart comes around fast. Going back soon 😀. Bring friends and enjoy!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is mediocre. Everything is passable but bland. There are better tasting Chinese food in Flushing or even further down the area. But it has dim sum when the mood strikes and it’s close enough to walk to.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
I love Ocean Bay restaurant! The food is always excellent, with reasonable prices and good portion sizes. The ambiance is great, and the servers are very attentive. I've brought my parents here twice already for their birthday dinners. My only complaint is that they don't accept American Express, but other than that, everything is great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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