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Dim sum

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    Yank Sing

    Try the black mushroom dumplings; one diner called them tasty and described the restaurant as a little pricey.

    1. Yank Sing is good too, but it has a reputation for being dim sum for an unadventurous downtown crowd

    2. Yank Sing has loads of veggie options.

    3. Definitely Yank Sing. I was just there last weekend.

    Worth knowing

    • Multiple commenters raised availability concerns; one reported "doesn’t have as many options for dim sum" (branch unspecified).
    • Multiple commenters raised price and value concerns; one reported "YS is a little pricy but good quality IMHO." (branch unspecified).
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    Good Mong Kok Bakery

    Chinatown

    Try a BBQ pork bun; one commenter specifically favors the baked version.

    1. Good Mong Kok on Stockton is great for dim sum and super kid-friendly, just expect a line during peak hours.

    2. Dim sum in Chinatown (Good Mong Kok)

    3. Good Mong Kok is a favorite dim sum place in Chinatown

    Worth knowing

    • Multiple commenters raised waiting times concerns; one reported "just expect a line during peak hours." (source scope: Stockton).
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    Dragon Beaux

    Inner Richmond

    Try the pork buns, noted for their crispy sugar flakes.

    1. We love Dragon Beaux too

    2. I see someone already mentioned Mission Chinese and Dragon Beaux for dim sum and I second those recommendations.

    3. Dim sum at Dragon Beaux!

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    Good Luck Dim Sum

    Inner Richmond

    For takeout, try the steamed pork buns or shrimp dumplings; one recommendation also mentions potstickers.

    1. If you are interested in grab and go, Good Luck dim sum on Clement is a top spot.

    2. Get breakfast dim sum at Good Luck Dim Sum (make sure it’s open the day you want to go and bring plenty of cash) - that’s really the only place you will get cheap food. I’m fond of the porridge and pork shu mai.

    3. Do dim sum out in the Richmond rather than Chinatown - Good Luck Dim Sum is cheap and excellent.

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    Harborview Restaurant and Bar

    Embarcadero

    For a pricier dim sum outing, one diner recommends Harborview and specifically singles out the pork buns.

    1. Harborview! It’s on Embarcadero and overlooks the ferry building. It’s on the second floor and sits outside. I recommend the pork buns and Peking duck but the dim sum is all good as well.

    2. Harborview is great. It’s your typical dim sum

    3. most dim sum spots. i like harborview and hk lounge.

    Worth knowing

    • Multiple commenters raised price and value concerns; one reported "Yank Sing and Harborview: excellent but pricey dim sum" (branch unspecified).
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    City View Restaurant

    Chinatown

    Try the chili dumplings and pancake; one diner praised both and preferred the less-sweet profile after visiting the new location.

    1. City View is great dim sum (15 min walk)

    2. City View

    3. If dumplings like Dim Sum, then I would go to Harbor View or City View.

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    Lai Hong Lounge

    A commenter recommends the baked BBQ pork bun, describing its filling as juicy and meaty.

    1. You should call and ask Lai Hong Lounge

    2. Lai Hong Lounge

    3. Lai Hong lounge for sit down dim sum

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    Palette Tea House

    Ghirardelli Square

    Recommended for a fancier dim sum meal; no specific dishes are named.

    1. Pallet tea house in Ghirardelli sq for dim sum (or Harborview). Both comfortable environments and beginner friendly

    2. Palette Tea House in Ghirardelli Square is nice for a fancy dim sum meal and only a 10 min walk from the warf

    3. Palette Tea House

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    Rice Roll Express

    Chinatown

    Try the fresh cheung fun; one suggested rice roll comes with egg, shrimp, bean sprouts and green onion, topped with pickled jalapeños.

    1. rice roll express in chinatown. a rice roll with egg, shrimp, bean sprouts and green onion comes out to ~$10. top with their homemade pickled jalapeños and it's a super filling<>cheap meal

    2. Rice roll express is my current favorite. They have really good Cheung Fun that they make fresh.

    3. Rice Roll Express in Chinatown

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    Dim Sum Bistro

    Chinatown

    A Broadway takeout option; one recommendation calls out the massive chau siu baos and chicken feet in black sauce.

    1. For take out dim sum, Dim Sum Bistro on Broadway

    2. Dim Sum Bistro is a good dim sum takeout option that's less intimidating where you can order ahead online or order on their kiosk in-person. IMO they're better than Good Mong Kok.

    3. Walk around Chinatown, grab some dim sum at dim sum bistro or good mong kok, then walk to north beach for some more fun.