Dim Sum in Los Angeles (2025)

The benchmark for refined Cantonese dim sum in LA, Sea Harbour helped popularize menu-ordering over carts and still sets the pace with pristine seafood, truffle-touched siu mai, and molten salted egg buns. Recognized with a Bib Gourmand and frequently praised by Eater LA.

A Monterey Park mainstay where classic pushcarts still roam a bustling banquet hall. Beloved for variety and old-school energy, with standout sponge cake layered with salted duck yolk. Spotlighted by Time Out and profiled by LAist for its enduring craft.

Glitzy banquet vibes meet a broad, well-executed dim sum roster—think scallop dumplings with roe, XO chicken feet, and the beloved almond soufflé dessert. Listed by the Michelin Guide and recommended by Eater LA for its expansive selection.

A wallet-friendly Focus Plaza institution where carts still roll and portions run generous. Expect har gow, char siu bao, and sweet pineapple buns done right. Featured by Eater LA and Time Out as a dependable, value-driven SGV staple.

Polished El Monte dining room known for thoughtfully made dim sum and superb Cantonese roasts—don’t miss the coconut chicken soup during dim sum hours. Frequently recommended by Eater LA and praised by local food writers.

One of the few LA spots still working pushcarts, with fluffy mini pineapple salted egg yolk buns arriving hot from the oven. Noted by Eater LA and included by the Los Angeles Times in Lunar New Year roundups.

Kingdom Dim Sum - Review - Thai Town - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

We're forever asked, "Where can I get good dim sum without heading to the SGV?" And now we have another answer: Kingdom Dim Sum. This no-frills dim sum spot in the same Thai Town strip mall as Mae Malai offers solid steamed and fried dim sum staples, from crispy turnip cakes to custard-filled pineapple buns to giant, tennis-ball-sized siu mai stuffed with whole shrimp. Nothing is worth driving across town for, but dishes like sweet-and-sour braised chicken feet and flaky egg tarts are a pleasant surprise in this part of town. Most customers take their order to-go, but there are a few tables if you want to eat your dumplings and buns fresh. - Garrett Snyder

Run by alumni of the beloved Embassy Kitchen, this tiny, early-opening shop focuses on made-to-order standards—turnip cake, taro cake, har gow—served fast with no frills. Newly highlighted by Eater LA for quality and convenience.

A lively newcomer with budget-friendly pricing and playful specials like egg white soufflé, baked yam and cheese, and lobster congee with lobster dumplings. Flagged by Eater LA as one to watch for dim sum variety and value.

A fresh SGV arrival blending dim sum with Cantonese barbecue—look for osmanthus honey puff pastry cakes, purple yam mochi balls with salted egg custard, and red rice rolls. Added to Eater LA’s 2025 dim sum update as a rising contender.

This spacious SGV dining room pivoted to a timed all‑you‑can‑eat dim sum format—surprisingly, quality held steady, with well-made rice rolls and dumplings alongside Cantonese staples. Noted in Eater LA’s 2025 guide.

Counter-service efficiency with a lengthy menu of steamed, baked, and fried favorites—pineapple BBQ pork buns, taro pastries, and rice rolls keep lines moving. Included on Eater LA’s list as a quick, satisfying SGV standby.