Dumplings, Tea, & More: Dim Sum Restaurants You Must Visit in Bangkok
One way to truly enjoy an authentic Chinese meal is to indulge in a hearty selection of dim sum. Usually eaten around brunch time and served with steaming hot tea, this meal is commonly composed of steamed, fried, or baked Chinese delicacies, such as siu mai, steamed buns, and spring rolls, among many others.
In Thailand, Yaorawat Road, also known as Bangkok’s Chinatown, is home to a delightful range of restaurants that serve this delicious fare. But in case you didn’t know, there are plenty of other places in the city to get your fill of this culinary wonder!
In this article, we've rounded up some of the best restaurants that serve a satisfying dim sum experience, from household names in the Chinese dining scene to luxurious venues that offer an elegant twist to these dishes. Check them out below!
JONG Dim Sum
Want to know what it’s like to dine in a traditional Chinese home? JONG Dim Sum is the place to visit. Here, guests can enjoy a homey atmosphere while munching on different Thai-style dim sum dishes.
Some of their must-tries here include their signature BBQ Pork Bun, made with freshly steamed buns and tender pork meat, and their Holy Crab Siu Mai, made with steamed crab. What makes it a must-visit is that despite their quality food, their prices are budget-friendly, perfect for those looking for cheaper options.
You can visit JONG Dim Sum at their restaurant along Phahonyothin Road or message them on LINE for more information.
Location: JONG Dim Sum, 524, 4 Phahonyothin Road, Samsen Nai, Phaya Thai, Bangkok
Operating hours: 7 AM to 7 PM daily
Din Tai Fung
This list wouldn’t be complete without the home of the world-renowned xiao long bao, Din Tai Fung! This Taiwan-born restaurant is another great place to have your fill of dim sum, as it serves a variety of xiao long bao, from pork to shrimp, to chicken. They also have steamed buns that are filled with different ingredients, such as yam, red beans, chili crab, and more.
You can also try their deep-fried wontons if you want an extra crunch to your dim sum brunch or take a bite of their meaty dumplings. There are vegetarian options, too!
Din Tai Fung is located at Central World, Central Embassy, Central Ladprao, Jungceylon Phuket, and Eight Thonglor. You can also opt for delivery via their Grab, Lineman, Robinhood, and Shopee Food channels. Check out their menu here.
Location: Multiple locations
Operating hours: 11 AM to 9 PM (Monday, Tuesday, and Friday), 11 AM to 10 PM (Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday)
Hong Bao
Boasting authentic Chinese dishes crafted by experienced Chinese chefs, this Cantonese-style restaurant is one of the best places in Thailand to get your dim sum fix. Their Golden Salted Egg Creamy Bun, Rice Noodle Rolls, and Shanghai Xiao Long Bao, as well as their egg noodle dishes, are just a few of the options you should try here.
The restaurant also often offers various discounts and deals, such as buy-one-get-one or discount voucher promos, making sure that dining here is worth your money!
To get a taste of Hong Bao’s dim sum, you may visit one of their 15 branches in Bangkok and their provincial outlet in Phuket. For reservations, you can message or call them via LINE.
Location: Multiple locations
Operating hours: See operating hours here
Man Ho
We all love buffets and all-you-can-eat restaurants. Thankfully, this restaurant has its own—with dim sum! At only THB 988++ to THB 1,188++, you can indulge yourself in a variety of lavish selections, including their Steamed Jumbo Pork and Shrimp Siu Mai with Tobiko Caviar, Baked Barbecued Pork Puff, Har Gau Steamed Shrimp Dumplings, and many more.
When you come here, don’t forget to also try their mud crab dishes. You can also enjoy Man Ho’s luxurious dining venue, located inside the JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok.
For reservations, you can call them at +662 656 7700 or book here.
Location: Man Ho, Level 2, JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok, 4 Sukhumvit Road Soi 2, Bangkok
Operating hours: 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM (Lunch), 5:30 PM to 10 PM (Dinner)
Mei Jiang
Another luxurious restaurant to visit when you are craving dim sum is Mei Jiang! Located inside The Peninsula Bangkok, this restaurant offers delectable wok-style dishes and handcrafted dumplings made with the finest ingredients, along with a magical view of the Chao Phraya River.
Some of their most interesting fare include the Crab Meat Salmon Roe Dumplings made with fresh seafood, as well as their Black Garlic Siu Mai. For those looking for vegan options, they also have Wild Mushroom Buns and Chinese Black Olives with Baby Sweet Corn and Carrot Dumplings, among others.
Book your table here or call them at +662 020 6969.
Location: Mei Jiang, Garden Level, The Peninsula Bangkok, 333 Charoennakorn Road, Bangkok
Operating hours: 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM (Lunch), 6 PM to 10:30 PM (Dinner)
The Silk Road
Combining authentic Chinese cuisine and old-world Eastern flair is The Silk Road, a Cantonese restaurant located in Pathumwan. This restaurant is known for their impressive interior decorations, reminiscent of 1920s Shanghai Art Deco with its wooden doors, gold accents, and glass screens.
But beyond its aesthetically pleasing design, The Silk Road has a plethora of dishes that will delight dim sum lovers: xiao long bao dumplings with pork, elevated with a twist of truffle; steamed tofu with shiitake mushroom for vegetarians; and many more.
Reserve your table at The Silk Road here.
Location: The Silk Road, 61 Wireless Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok,
Operating hours: 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM (Lunch), 6 PM to 10 PM (Dinner)
Pagoda Chinese Restaurant
Tired of the usual dim sum selection? You’ll find something new at Pagoda Chinese Restaurant! Located at Klong Toey, this restaurant offers elevated dishes, such as their signature Steamed Chocolate Rocher and Custard Buns or their Steamed Wagyu Beef Buns.
Classics are available as well, including pork soup dumplings, steamed chicken feet, spring rolls, and prawn dumplings, among many others. They also have a wide variety of beverages, from green tea to Pu-erh tea.
To make your reservation, click here or contact them at +66 2 059 5999.
Location: Pagoda Chinese Restaurant, 199 Sukhumvit Soi 22, Klong Ton, Klong Toey, Bangkok
Operating hours: 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM (Lunch), 6 PM to 10 PM (Dinner)
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