Can never go to Seattle and not visit this establishment. I always over order even though I take at least six people with me. Food and service is fantastic. See you soon.
We went at opening to avoid any potential wait or crowd based on reviews. Found parking directly across the street. By the time we finished eating there were still plenty of tables for a weekend. May have gotten more busy around lunch, but can't say. It did pick up a bit. If you go during a busier day, there is a pay parking lot up the street and turn right. You scan the QR code and pre-order your items through an app by assigning your table number. There are photos along with the item name/description for most things. The dim sum quality was on point. I grew up on dim sum in Los Angeles and am now realizing it has been sub par for the amount of restaurants and Asians that live there. Seattle dim sum was fresh and tastier. The restaurant was a bit cold and had a whole in the wall vibe, but it wouldn't deter me from returning here again. The nice thing is that there is another popular dim sum spot across the street at the corner and you can decide to go wherever is first available. That one was pretty decent too and felt a little more inviting inside. I removed a star since there was an item ordered at the start of our meal that never came out. We were ready to pay and leave and asked that it be boxed to go (baked BBQ pork bun). They still didn't know how much longer it would take so we cancelled it. Everything else came out quickly. Service was the typical dim sum service you know and expect, but everyone was nice enough.
My husband and I are visiting Seattle, and after doing some research on Yelp and TikTok, this place was at the top of my list for the best Chinese food in the area. As soon as you arrive, the sight of the Peking duck hanging in the window immediately signals authenticity. Inside, the décor is filled with charming touches: lucky cats, a Chinese calendar, a whiteboard in Mandarin, and round family-style dining tables with lazy Susans. We decided to place a to-go order: shrimp dumplings (har gow), shrimp dumplings with chives, and a large order of salted pepper string beans. The lady at the front pointed us to a QR code on the wall to place our order. She wasn't overly warm, but honestly, that's often a good sign that the food will speak for itself! A friendly gentleman was running back and forth from the kitchen, making sure our order was on track and reassuring us that it would be ready soon. We paid him in cash, picked up our food, and headed back to the hotel to dig in. The salted pepper green beans were *incredible*--hands down some of the best I've had at a Chinese restaurant. They were savory, garlicky, perfectly cooked with a slight crunch, and had just the right amount of spice without being overpowering. Definitely the highlight of the meal! The shrimp dumplings were plump and filled with generous portions of shrimp. The dumpling skin was a bit thick, but given the shrimp-to-skin ratio, it was still really satisfying. If you're getting takeout, be sure to ask for sauce and utensils, as they don't come automatically. I can't wait to bring my Asian parents here next time we're in town!
Overall: Pretty solid dim sum You order using QR code online and pay afterwards. They have a large variety. I surprisingly really like their beef tendon and the flavor. We went on a Sunday at 10am and were not very busy. They have two seating areas.
You know you are in an authentic Chinese restaurant when the decor is sparse and the workers don't care anything about service. Don't get me wrong. I'm not being critical. Just honest. This is 100% part of the experience. Unexpectedly, you order using a QR code at the table. Finding what you want to order is bit of an adventure but it works relatively well. We tried the XLB dumplings (good), pot stickers (excellent), chicken lo mein (fine), and mu shu pork (pretty good). I didn't think the food overall was amazing but you get a ton of it and the prices are decent. We had a lot of food for three people and the total price before tip was around $50. It's a very casual place so come as you are. The food is decent and you absolutely will not leave hungry. It's not fantastic grub whatsoever but it's not bad, either.
Great dim sum place! No carts but the food was still delicious and I appreciated the lazy Susans. Highlights for sure were the chicken feet (some of the best and most plump I have ever had) and the Dungeness crab. The lobster was overcooked and disappointing, but a friend got lobster earlier in the day and loved it so maybe just inconsistent. I also enjoyed the bbq pork buns, which I usually don't like bc I find too sweet. Would definitely return!
We arrived on a Saturday around noon. There was a big festival in the neighborhood that day so we were expecting a crowd. Luckily, it wasn't crowded and we were seated immediately We have had our fair share of dim sum in our life that we know what to order. What was unexpected was the portion size. It is big. We ended up ordering 4 dim sum, a congee and a noodle with 2 Cheng fun. We could not finish them. We packed the noodle home untouched! All the food are tasty. I can tell they don't use MSG from the congee! Price was good too. Compared to CA, their prices are lower. Seattle is a pretty pricey town so it is a very pleasant surprise. We will be back for sure. Two thumbs up.
Best dim sum I've had in Seattle! There's sometimes a wait on weekend afternoons, so I sometimes will come in the late afternoon or for dinner to avoid a long wait. Ordering is simple and convenient -- it's all done through their website using a unique QR code for each table. Everything I've tried here has been delicious, but my favorites so far are the Chinese donut rice roll (soooooo good), BBQ pork buns, and pan-fried shrimp cakes. Definitely recommend checking this place out for some delicious dim sum!
This place is a gem: Great food, great prices and great portions. 4/5 Honey Walnut shrimp: Nicely balanced flavors of sweet and savory. 4/5 Peking Duck: Crispy Skin and tender meat 4/5 Shumai: Some of the best Shumai I've had in the area, the filling is delicious. 2.5/5 The brisket with rice noodles: Was the only disappointing dish - The brisket was decent, but i didn't love the texture of rice noodles and the sauce lacked flavor. Ambiance is a family style restaurant and the service was decent. Would definitely recommend this spot, great eats at good prices.