Dimsum is considered a dish with three prominent characteristics: intricate, longstanding, and diverse in Chinese cuisine, highly favored by the Chinese. The term 'dimsum' translates to 'touching your heart,' and indeed, upon entering Vietnam, dimsum has touched the hearts of many diners. Seafood, meat, vegetables, and more wrapped in chewy, smooth dough, bursting with rich flavors, low in oil, endlessly enjoyable, and yet very affordable, suitable for everyone. If you haven't had the pleasure of trying this delightful cuisine yet, head to the restaurants below to indulge.
Phoenix Palace – Vinhomes Central Park
For those who love vibrant Hong Kong cuisine, enjoy the tender variations of bite-sized dimsum, crave the spicy or nourishing flavors of renowned Hong Kong hotpots, then the name Phoenix Palace – Vinhomes Central Park, Nguyen Huu Canh, is an irresistible suggestion not to be overlooked. Offering an impressive menu featuring appetizers, grilled and roasted dishes, stir-fries, hotpots, all prepared to authentic Hong Kong standards, along with a selection of over 20 delectable, tender dimsum options that will appease even the most discerning palates. Crystal shrimp dumplings, Peking duck, Phoenix Hotpot,... are just a few of the many enticing options waiting for you to explore!
Besides the delightful Hong Kong à la carte menu, don't overlook the enticing buffet dimsum selection at Phung Hoang Lau! Indulge in the crystal shrimp dumplings with a translucent white outer layer revealing a tempting shrimp and meat filling; savor the tender and flavorful steamed chicken feet with black bean sauce, paired with sticky, rich, and fragrant black bean sauce; or enjoy the silky smooth BBQ pork rice rolls that melt in your mouth. And many other distinctive delicacies await your discovery!
Located in Vinhomes Central Park, Nguyen Huu Canh, Binh Thanh District, Phung Hoang Lau restaurant boasts a modern space adorned with exquisite and captivating details. Neutral tones dominate the decor, complemented by clusters of crystal-like pendant lights, brown tables, elegant white chairs, simple yet sophisticated design elements,... all framed by transparent glass doors, creating a truly impressive ambiance at Phung Hoang Lau.
Address: Park 3, ShopHouse 09, Vinhomes Central Park, No. 208 Nguyen Huu Canh, Ward 22, Binh Thanh District
Phone: 879686818
Opening hours: Tue-Sat 07:00 AM – 10:30 AM; A la carte: 10:30 AM – 02:00 PM & 05:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Price range: 250,000 – 500,000 VND per person
Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/phunghoanglau.hk/?ref=page_internal
Phung Hoang Lau – Vinhomes Central Park
Tung Garden – Nguyen Van Troi
Experience a unique Dimsum Buffet feast at Tung Garden, featuring both Chinese cuisine in general and renowned Cantonese cuisine, with over 50 customizable dishes from the Dimsum menu: from fragrant and rich milk custard buns, crab egg siu mai, hedgehog-shaped custard buns, abalone and black mushroom dumplings, to fish maw soup with fish maw… These dishes never fail to impress diners with their distinctive appearance and delicious freshness.
Savor a cup of tea to fully appreciate its sweet, creamy, slightly bitter taste, creating an unforgettable experience for tea enthusiasts. When it comes to Dimsum at Tung Garden, one cannot overlook the golden fish dumplings, one of the uniquely shaped dishes, skillfully crafted from the traditional shrimp dumplings. The 'Dimsum artisans' carefully measure the dough, roll it out, evenly distribute the filling, and skillfully shape the vivid golden fish placed in traditional bamboo steamers.
Not only does Tung Garden offer a Dimsum Buffet, but it also features an à la carte menu that is sure to satisfy even the most discerning diners, with dishes like Beijing roast duck, crispy squab, suckling pig with rice, abalone and sea cucumber soup, salted egg fried shrimp, live lobster,…
Tung Garden is adorned mostly in Eastern colors, from the arrangement of utensils to the wall hangings. Additionally, the Western-style arrangement of tables and chairs harmonizes the space between the past and present, creating a unique ambiance that can only be experienced at Tung Garden.
Tung Garden – Nguyen Van Troi
Chu Dimsum House – Tran Thai Tong
If you've fallen for the tender texture and the aroma of freshly steamed dimsum emanating from each bamboo steamer, don't overlook the name Chu Dimsum House on Tran Thai Tong Street, Tan Binh District. Offering an enticing selection of authentic Cantonese dimsum dishes in terms of color, aroma, and taste, with impressive names like crystal shrimp dumplings, Beijing-style soup dumplings, saffron custard buns, steamed chicken feet with black bean sauce, seaweed rolls with crab,... just hearing about them makes your stomach rumble. Coupled with a modern Chinese-style space, Chu Dimsum House will provide you with a truly enjoyable experience, as if transported to a miniature China in the heart of Saigon. Explore this enticing address now!
Captivate diners with authentic Cantonese dimsum dishes at Chu Dimsum House on Tran Thai Tong Street. Here, you'll experience impressive flavors that tantalize all the senses, from color to aroma and taste. Each dimsum ball is expertly crafted, with a thin, soft shell steamed to a white or translucent color, revealing a filling of shrimp, meat, vegetables,... in various flavors. Standouts include the coin purse-shaped Crystal Shrimp Dumplings, with a chewy shell enveloping a delicious shrimp and meat filling, creating a delightful taste. Another must-try dish at the restaurant is the Seaweed Rolls with Crab. The combination of seaweed, crab, and the Thousand Flowers sauce drizzled on top, along with a bit of fish roe, offers a memorable sweet-savory-cool flavor. Or the Steamed Chicken Feet with Black Bean Sauce, tender and flavorful, with the rich aroma of black bean sauce, will be an interesting suggestion for an animated conversation.
Chu Dimsum House – Tran Thai Tong
Meiwei – SC VivoCity
When it comes to China, it's synonymous with a country with a long-standing traditional culture, especially in terms of cuisine. China is often likened to the kitchen of the world. Meiwei restaurant was born with the aim of preserving those culinary flavors, where chefs pour all their passion into bringing traditional Chinese flavors closer to Vietnamese diners. Meiwei's guiding principle is to make every effort to offer diners enticing, freshly cooked dishes right at the table while still embodying the cultural characteristics of Chinese cuisine in the heart of Saigon. The attentive, professional service of the restaurant staff aims to create a warm, friendly atmosphere for every diner visiting Meiwei – Stall 02-26b, 2nd Floor, SC VivoCity Shopping Mall, Nam Sai Gon New Urban Area, 1058 Nguyen Van Linh Boulevard, Tan Phong Ward, District 7.
Every time you visit Meiwei SC VivoCity, you'll feel like you're wandering the bustling streets of the most vibrant culinary hubs of the Great Wall country, with enticing dishes like Hong Kong roast duck, Crispy skin roasted chicken, Honey glazed barbecue pork, Shanghai steamed buns, Meiwei shrimp dumplings, Phoenix feet chicken, Fried Thai meatballs, Grilled tower cakes, Fragrant shrimp and vegetable dumplings, Spicy chili crayfish,... The restaurant aims to deliver distinctively flavorful experiences to diners. Meiwei offers over 50 dimsum dishes, steamed seafood, and a variety of traditional Chinese dishes, all freshly prepared at the table using the most modern steaming kitchen system, with prices ranging from 200,000 to 350,000 VND per person.
Stepping into the space of Meiwei SC VivoCity, diners are immediately impressed by the design imbued with traditional Chinese colors. With a capacity of 80 guests, using dark brown as the dominant color in the interior, wooden walls and decorations, accentuating the space with eye-catching large paintings on the walls, Meiwei makes diners feel cozy and intimate every time they visit. The restaurant is suitable for various dining purposes, from family meals, gatherings with friends to parties, group meetings,...
Address: SC Vivocity, 2nd Floor, Lot 02-26B, 1058 Nguyen Van Linh, Quarter 1, Ward Tan Phong, District 7
Phone: 1800 1277
Opening hours: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Price range: 200,000 – 350,000 VND/person
Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/Meiwei.VN/
Meiwei – SC VivoCity
Hào Uyển – Estella Place
Originating from the passion for touching the hearts of those who love Cantonese cuisine in general and Dimsum in particular, Hào Uyển restaurant was born with utmost effort to bring the most exquisite and unique culinary experiences, combining all three elements of aroma, color, and taste in each dish.
Visit Hào Uyển at L3-10-01, 3rd floor, Estella Place, 88 Song Hanh, District 2, where many guests have been overwhelmed by the rich buffet menu with over 100 self-selected dishes, more than 30 types of dimsum, noodles, enticing porridges, and various nutritious soups served daily. Especially, few can resist the allure of the diverse and colorful dimsum like: Golden Bun, crispy shrimp and pork dumplings, Tam Phuc shrimp dumplings, shrimp and pork dumplings... If you've tried some of these mentioned dishes before, you can easily feel the soft, fragrant taste or the enticing crispiness while still retaining the distinctive flavor of fried foods.
Not only does Hào Uyển bring high-quality and unique culinary experiences, but it also creates a perfect dining and relaxation space. With a gentle, modern design combining light-colored wood materials with bright colors: white, yellow, green, interspersed with a cozy, intimate atmosphere like family, Hào Uyển's space serves up to 129 guests, making it an ideal place for gatherings, parties, or simply warm meals with family, friends, colleagues...
With the advantages mentioned, dining at Hào Uyển restaurant costs approximately 250,000 to 300,000 VND per person.
Address: L3-10-01, 3rd Floor, Estella Place Shopping Center, 88 Song Hanh Street, Ward 5, An Phu Ward, District 2
Phone: 028 7309 2796
Opening hours: 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Price range: 250,000 – 300,000 VND per person
Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/HaoUyen.CantoneseCuisineBuffet/
Hào Uyển – Estella Place
Dimsum dishes are typically enjoyed at any time of the day, prepared with a common formula where the outer layer is made from wheat flour, rice flour, while the inside contains various fillings. Guests will explore and try each piece to experience the surprises. We hope our sharing will help you enjoy delicious meals!
Posted by: Đạt Trần
Keywords: 5 best Chinese Dimsum restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City