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NYC’s Best Dim Sum

With a thriving Chinese population, you better believe that New York City houses some of the best dim sum restaurants in the entire country. If you’re looking for an authentic, delicious Chinese brunch experience, check out these five dim sum restaurant recommendations below. 

Best of NYC Dim Sum: Nom Wah Tea Parlor (Chinatown)

 

Serving dim sum since 1920, Nom Wah Tea Parlor is a New York City staple and debatably the most famous dim sum spot in all of Manhattan. While this food industry landmark originally attracted the crowds because of its mooncakes, Nom Wah Tea Parlor eventually shifted its focus onto dim sum, and the crowds have continued to appear to this day. You’ll find all of the classic dim sum dishes at Nom Wah Tea Parlor, as well as some transcending dishes that venture past the traditional and into modernity. 13 Doyers St., 212-962-6047, nomwah.com

Best of NYC Dim Sum: Golden Unicorn (Chinatown)

Decorated in red and gold, you’ll experience attentive service, an upscale environment, and of course, mouth-wateringly delicious dim sum at Golden Unicorn. Along with the classic dim sum dishes that are standard to the art (yes, we’re calling it an art), Golden Unicorn also serves Piglet Buns with egg custards in the shape of actual piglets, Steamed Bare Ribs, Steamed Green Leek Dumplings, and Deep Fried Taro Cake. 18 E. Broadway, 212-941-0911, goldenunicornrestaurant.com

Best of NYC Dim Sum: Tim Ho Wan (East Village)

Tim Ho Wan knows dim sum, so well in fact, that we think it’s fair that they call themselves “dim sum specialists”. The restaurant almost always has a wait for its high-quality (and fairly priced) dim sum dishes. The BBQ Pork Buns, in particular, are a Tim Ho Wan specialty, as are the Steamed Rice Roll stuffed with BBQ Pork, Pan Fried Turn Cake, and Steamed Egg Cake. If you want to try a Tim Ho Wan twist on a classic French dish, be sure to order the French Toast with Custard Filling that is exclusive to the NYC restaurant location. 85 4th Ave., 212-228-2800, timhowanusa.com

Best of NYC Dim Sum: Dim Sum Palace (Midtown West)

Dim Sum Palace’s dishes are always made to order at this family-run establishment, and you can even order a Dim Sum Tasty Menu, which includes 15 pieces of different dumplings for only $15.95 a person. Other dim sum specialties include Pan Fried Pork & Chive Dumplings, Shredded Roast Duck Spring Rolls, Crispy Garlic Spare Ribs, Salt & Pepper Jumbo Shrimp, and Pan Fried Tiny Buns (pork, shrimp, and vegetable). 334 W. 46th St., 646-861-1910, dimsumpalace.com

Best of NYC Dim Sum: Jing Fong Restaurant (Chinatown)

Jing Fong Restaurant is one of New York City’s premiere dim sum and banquet halls, occupying over 20,000 square feet. The restaurant’s capacity is 800 seats, making this dim sum haven a busy and bustling experience for everyone who dines here. You’ll find steamed, pan-fried, and baked dim sum dishes ranging from Shanghai Dumplings and Fried Shrimp Balls to BBQ Roast Pork Pastry Puffs and Egg Custard Buns. Arrive with an appetite! 20 Elizabeth St., 212-964-5256, jingfongny.com

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