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10 Amazing Spot For Dim Sum in KL

Here are some of the best halal and non-halal places to get Dim Sum in Kuala Lumpur.

Few dining experiences are as joyous and satisfyingly filling as restaurants offering vast feasts of dim sum on the menu. With large round tables equipped with lazy Susans in the middle and a menu serving a multitude of bite-sized snacks of dumplings, baos, egg custard tarts, rice rolls, steamed buns, and even steamed chicken feet it’s no wonder Dim Sum is loved by many. A lot of traditional Chinese dim sum restaurants feature servers pushing metal carts through the dining room who stop at each table to allow diners to pick and choose from the selections on offer.


For Non-Halal Dim Sum.

Ai Authentic Dim Sum Restaurant 爱点心茶楼

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Ai Authentic Dim Sum Restaurant is among the few places in Setapak that serves the best dim sum with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices. Customers rave about the prawn rolls, salad prawns, lau sar pau (salted egg yolk bun), and woo kok (fried taro puff). Try their sai mai lou for dessert (sago soup).

Restaurant Yan Yan A One

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Dim sum is available all day for only RM3 per plate at Yan Yan One Restaurant. If you're on a budget, it's a good dim sum fix. The Restaurant is open 24 hours a day and serves a wide range of dim sum, such as prawn rolls and fried lo bak kou (radish cake).

Restaurant Ful Lai

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Restaurant Ful Lai serves dim sum until 2 a.m., either for those who have a sudden dim sum craving or drunk food for partygoers. However, it is not limited to nocturnal creatures, but also to early risers. But be warned: there is usually a long line in the morning, especially around brunch time. Dim sum options are plentiful, but if you're looking for a side dish, don't miss their Char Siew Bao.

Marco Polo Restaurant

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Many dim sum enthusiasts have previously frequented to Marco Polo. Despite being overshadowed by more recent and modern dim sum competitors, Marco Polo has not given up and has amassed a loyal following of their own. Marco Polo is also one of the few restaurants that offers a Dim Sum buffet for lunch. Aside from that, an ala carte menu is available for lunch and dinner. Last but not least, the majority of what they served was quite fresh, with only a few minor flaws. Char siew bao and stewed chicken feet complement the dim sums beautifully.

The Han Room

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Many of the white collar working people in the Midvalley area frequent The Han Room. It has made a name for itself by serving high-quality and delicious dim sum. It may be necessary to splurge a little more here, but the charming atmosphere and dim sums that scream quality and variety are well worth it. The Han Room's menu may differ slightly from that of other restaurants because it offers more personalised dishes. There are unusual dishes such as Baked Seafood in Crabshell, Roasted Pigeon, Baked Scallop, Braised Lobster Pumpkin Soup, among others.

For Halal Dim Sum.

My Dim Sum Kitchen

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Halal Dim Sum? That's correct! Every day, My Dim Sum, located in Publika Mall, serves freshly made dim sum to customers! Dim sum enthusiasts may want to try it! Various dim sum choices for you to choose from, your family, and even your friends to enjoy!

Luk Yu Tea House

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Dimsum aficionados will absolutely love the dishes served by Luk Yu Tea House! Try their crispy beancurd with prawn and cheese, as well as their deep fried prawns with butter and salted egg. Their pork-free dim sum menu features over 25 different types of steamed and fried dim sum, jelly, and rice porridge. The prawn Cheong Cheong Fun is silky smooth, and the prawn and cheese roll is delicious. Crispy Tofu has a distinct texture and is very crispy.

Yun House

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Yun House serves upscale yet delectable dim sum. They serve dim sum in a variety of unique combinations, including seafood, chicken, and others. Enjoy your time there because there may be something special waiting for you.

YEN W Hotel

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The YEN restaurant is located on the 11th floor of the W Hotel Kuala Lumpur. They served dim sum that was practically perfect. All of the dishes are perfectly cooked, and the portions are just right for everyone.Their food is delicious since every dish comes with 'wok hei,' which means cooked over an open flame. You will absolutely adore their dumplings with truffles, not to mention the desserts! The truffle milk pudding, aiyu jelly, and egg tarts are not to be missed!

Way Modern Chinois

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Way Modern Chinois is a contemporary Chinese restaurant that is modern, and elegant. After you've finished eagerly feeding your Social medias, turn your attention to their latest selection of dim sums, which are downright amazing. With dishes like their signature Skinless Shanghai Soup Dumpling, which has a translucent skin. The dish pops in your mouth in one full bite, filled with a beautifully balanced soup, minced meat, and served with ginger foam and squid-ink dough.