Da Hong Pao Restaurant and Bar

If you’re in the mood for authentic dimsum in the downtown DC area, this is the place to go. But they have all sorts of a Chinese dishes beyond the dimsum like roast duck which was pretty delectable also. The only letdown was the siumai which is surprising since the rest of the dimsum that we got were so tasty as compared to this one which seems to be just ground up pork in dumpling wrapper lacking in umami juiciness. We also ate here Chinese New Year eve. We ordered the twin lobster (overpriced at $100 but it’s CNY) and Peking Duck (pricey also at $60).

I was craving for dim sum. This restaurant was closed to the hotel I stayed. It took me less than 10 minutes to drive there, but it took me 10 minutes to find a paid parking spot on the street. The restaurant was clean and the staff were friendly. There were quite a few choices for their dim sum menu. They also sell chinese roast duck. I selected the dim sum dishes from the menu. The food was tasteful and delicious.

We had high expectations but were a bit disappointed. The beef chow fun was really tasty and definitely the best dish. However, came looking forward to the roast duck and it was served cold and was quite fatty. The salt and pepper squid was also really lacking in seasoning.

We had a wonderful dim sum experience on a Saturday morning. The shrimp dumplings, shrimp and chive dumplings, and fried taro dumplings were all excellent—beautifully wrapped with dense, flavorful fillings. The Chinese broccoli was perfectly crisp, and I appreciated that nothing was overly salty since you can season to taste with your own soy sauce. Service was also great, attentive but not intrusive. The pan-fried chive dumpling was decent, though not quite as impressive as we preferred the flat pancake style. Overall a great experience would definitely return!

I wanted to start this review and say I am a native New Yorker born and raised. Every year I travel to DC to visit family and the ONE and ONLY place we look forward to eating at the entire trip is this restaurant here. The atmosphere is unparalleled. I love the fact that the restaurant is big yet cozy. The big windows facing the main road draws in such amazing natural light that just makes your day so much more special. You can tell right off the bat that the standard and hospitality at this restaurant is top notch. Whatever you need the staff will attend to you with pleasure. Yes this place can get very very busy and you may be so so eager to try the food that time feels like its slowing down and get impatient, but remember that the kitchen staff is doing their best to make quality food as fast as they can. It is mandatory you come to this restaurant if you are within or outside of this area! Perfect for family gatherings and family owned. Come support this restaurant there is so few gems within this area and don’t forget to show generosity not only to the ladies and gents in the front of the house but to thank the folks in the kitchen as well who are working tirelessly in all weather and temp conditions.

Everything was phenomenal from start to finish. The spring rolls were perfectly crisp, the roasted duck was incredibly flavorful, and the fried rice was cooked just right. The shrimp dumplings were fresh and delicious, and the service was quick, attentive, and excellent. Definitely a place worth returning to!!!

Just In for dim sum that day ..which they have all day (that's great). You select on the menu vs carts...they were out of my shrimp rice crepe so I tried the pork . It was delicious as well. Kiddo got the shrimp dumplings and wonton soup which he enjoyed. Overall was very good..we would come back if ever in DC area again.

The male manager told us that all of their beef stew with rice is supposed to be fatty, as shown in the photo, which gave me the impression that they do not use good-quality beef. When we asked for an additional table, the female manager responded, “You should be better prepared next time.” I found that comment rude and inappropriate, and I told her so directly. The food itself was acceptable but significantly overpriced. More concerning was the staff’s overall attitude, which felt dismissive and demeaning—particularly toward Asian customers who speak Mandarin Chinese. Based on this experience, I will not be returning.

The dim sum here is truly authentic, tasting just like that I enjoyed in Hong Kong. It's a budget-friendly option with a clean and inviting atmosphere, though it can get crowded during peak hours.

This is my go-to dim sum place when I'm taking out family, friends, and business colleagues in DC. I have tried most of the items in the dim sum menu and they're great. Being a very small eater, dim sum is perfect for me. And Da Hong Pao does not disappoint. To be honest, their main menu is also great, but in my opinion way overpriced. There is no fried rice dish worth $28 (unless we're looking at lobster or abalone). So four stars not five, if only because the cost of the main dishes. We're moving from DC to Florida in a month. So this was my last visit. I'll miss Da Hong Pao!

The service and food were average. The price was also just average, not expensive but also not a cheap eat. I was just visiting, so will not be going back.

This clean, spacious restaurant is on a busy street. Parking is difficult, but we found a spot a couple of blocks away on a Sunday. Its location is convenient to public transportation. Service is fast and done with a smile. We had four people and ordered about a dozen dim sum items from a sheet. The skin on the veggie dumplings was a bit thick. The steamed ribs were succulent. The crust on the custard tarts (Dan Tat) was not up to par, neither was the breading on the steamed pork buns (too thick). The siu mai (shrimp and pork) dumplings were good. The pork wrapped in bean curd skin also was very good. The Malaysian sponge cake was new for us, and we liked it. The sticky rice needed some sausage and some more meat, but it was a favorite. Everything else was about average. Lunch for four with tax and tip was $116.

This is the best Chinese restaurant in DC, and it serves excellent Dim Sum! Everyone at our party enjoyed our food and was pleased with Mr. Simon's positive and friendly service! Everyone needs to give this local business a try and you will not regret it.

My friends and I wanted dim sum before exploring the Washington D.C. area. We chose this place because it's very close to the Washington Monuments. When we arrived on a Saturday morning, we were concerned it might be crowded and there would be a wait, but that wasn't the case. Instead of traditional dim sum carts, they use a piece of paper where you write down which dim sum items you want. My friends and I ordered a variety of dim sum items, and they were all excellent. I would definitely recommend this place if you're craving dim sum and planning to visit/tour various areas in Washington D.C.

They've got the head on shell on Hong Kong style giant prawns (避風塘炒蝦) which is just great. I had their Hong Kong style crab last time but I guess June isn't the season. Also got half a Peking duck, very nice (bone in). Ordered for self pick up on their app called MealKeyWay. Food was ready and well packed very fast! Nice ambiance inside (not loud). See my photo.

4/11/24 Had to have Dim Sum while in DC It was like the old dim sum places in NYC! Turns out it's because most of the staff is from NYC, hehehe Tripe Never had it this way. It's good Chicken Feet The only complaint is that they were cut in half, so more bone fragments. But taste great. Sticky Rice It needed more meat but was good Shrimp Roll Ah, memories of my childhood in NY Chinatown Eggplant Stuffed with Shrimp This is good Crispy Pork So crispy! Delicious Roast Duck This skin was crispy been forever since I've had crispy skin on the duck Salt and Pepper Squid Usually avoid ordering this because it's usually gummy. But this was delicious Definitely come back next time we're in DC

Food was decent, but pricey for what it was. My ratings of what I tried: - Shumai: 5/5. Good flavor and size - Peking duck: 4/5: Good flavor & tenderness - Soup dumplings: 2.5/5: Had very little soup in them, and weren't too flavorful. - Bok Choi & Oyster Mushroom: flavors as expected, but it was tricky to eat because the bok choi & mushrooms were so large. We asked if they could cut them, but they said the best they could do was bring us out dinner knives, which didn't cut too well. I likely wouldn't return, but it does the job if you're craving dim sum.

**13-person party review** When our large group rolled in for dinner, they were very accommodating. The restaurant was already very full on a Friday night, but luckily we got one of the big tables. They brought over more seats, plates, and utensils for us as we settled in. Throughout the meal, the service was great. We had one round of dishes and they happily took another order for our second. The food was good. If you want a range of Cantonese food and dim sum (all day!) in this area, this is a decent option. From the fried rice to the chow fun to the salt and pepper squid, they did my favorites well. It's great to see so people sitting inside, carrying away takeout, and supporting this business. This visit was my first since before the pandemic, so I'm glad it has stuck around and is still so popular.

I really love a good dim sum feast. Always looking for a new place to try. I was going to Han Palace until I saw the reviews for Da Hong and switched. The restaurant is the typical dim sum layout- plenty of round tables. No cart service, though. Per usual, the hostess sat me in the back. Ughh. I got my usual test items. Har gow, shrimp rolls, ribs with black beans, egg tarts, stuffed bean curd, shrimp stuffed eggplant and shu mai. Some items tasted old like the bean curd and eggplant. All the shrimp dishes tasted the same. Ribs were fatty with gristle. I didn't finish even though I expected to take some home.

Came here for dinner on a rainy evening and it hit the spot. My friend and I split a lot of the dishes- the wonton soup, shrimp steamed dumplings, chicken chow fun, and the sesame balls for dessert. Everything was pretty good, I liked the amount of bean sprouts in the chicken chow fun and the sesame balls were delicious! The waitress we had was great, she answered all our questions and provided us with some great recommendations. My only complaint is that it seemed like there were more options for lunch and not as much for dinner. For example, we tried to order the Chinese broccoli for a side but since we came for dinner, only the larger dinner portion could be served. Overall- a pretty solid place that hit the spot and satisfied our dim sum craving.

Good option for dim sum in DC. They have large tables so it's a good option for family get togethers. All the food I tried was really good but my favorite was the shumai. The duck had good flavor but there wasn't much edible meat since a lot of it was bone. I'd definitely come back again and try other items on their menu.

Amazing food! Such a huge menu, great service, spacious ambiance and affordable items. Great casual dining experience we could afford in DC

very spacious and clean. service was quick. a lot of the food was just okay. the best dish we had was the lamb noodles. lamb was juicy and noodles were cooked perfectly. we had the wonton soup but the wonton wrapping was extremely thick. roast duck was pretty salty but juicy. all the rice rolls were overcooked and mushy and were falling apart whenever we picked them up. everything else was fine - nothing to write home about.

Craving for Dim Sum in the evening? No problem. Authentic Cantonese dishes from casseroles to roast duck to egg tarts, the huge menu can satisfy your appetite. Service was always fast even when the place was packed. Wish they had a private dining room for parties. Overall, if you live in DC, you would not want to miss this gem on 14th Street.

Staying at the Washington Plaza Hotel Da Hong Pao was a short walk to the restaurant. The full glass exterior is very inviting and when we visited on a Thursday night for dinner, the restaurant was packed full of patrons. We did not have a reservation (not sure they take them) but were able to get a nice table. The selections for Dim Sum and/or Dinner are very good. We found our selections to be served as expected; hot, fresh and timely. Service was courteous and expedient and we found our food choices delicious. I enjoyed the shrimp and pork, noodle soups are very good, and chicken was very good as well. All very fresh. Recommended for those who appreciate well prepared and authentic Hong Kong style Chinese food. We liked it so much we went back for lunch and are going again for dinner.

Looking for the real-deal? This is it. Mom and pop handling business at this place. Service, food, all legit. Local joint that is on point. I can't recommend a single dish bc my table was full of all sorts of things...soups, crispy duck, soy chicken, fried rice (don't judge me), etc. The dim sum was awesome and the menu photos assured my expectations. The traditional menu was huge and included everything you could possibly imagine and some things you can't, like jelly fish. If you want some local Chinatown deliciousness, get over there.

Da Hong Pao is a spacious Chinese dim sum restaurant - one of the very few you can find in DC. I would recommend going to dim sum with a group to try out all the different dishes. Price-wise the dishes can really add up but when split amongst a group it makes for an affordable, delicious, and filling meal. The dim sum menu comes with images so you know what you're ordering. My group and I had the various dishes like turnip cake, ha gow, siu mai, egg tart, fried shrimp ball and salt and pepper squid. All of which were really delicious. I would consider the salt and pepper squid to be a standout - it was really crispy and well-seasoned. There didn't seem to be any dim sum carts going around, all of our dishes were delivered to the table. Service is really fast and the food was all served warm/hot. The restaurant was really busy around noon/brunch time on Sunday, so I'd advise getting to the restaurant a bit early to avoid the wait.

solid dim sum actually in the city so that's a win. Came on the Sunday morning and wasn't crazy busy but had a good group going was able to get seated immediately for two people had some of the classics as well as some stirfry noodles. would definitely come back with a bigger group next time.

This is DC's jewel when it comes to authentic Cantonese Chinese food. Definitely recommend the following dishes: (1) Snow pea leaves with garlic; (2) Bitter melon with beef and black beans; (3) Salt and pepper shrimp without shells; and (4) Eggplant casserole with salted fish and chicken. Literally, they have the best Bitter Melon with Beef and Black Beans ever. If you're a fan, definitely will be your favorite new place for this dish.

Food was okay. If it weren't for a gentleman that appeared to be the owner, service would be a 1. If you're in the mood for dim sum that will satisfy a low level craving then give it a shot. But you're not going to be wowed.

The dim sum is pretty standard and it his the spot. I had a bunch of things here and I recommend that you try as much as possible too. The only item that was disappointing was the crispy pork belly.

Had dinner date and the food was really good. Things are a bit on the pricy side, I suppose (the fish we got was 60$ but was delicious). It's always crowded here, and their dim sum is pretty good, too. They have quite a bit of casserole style dishes, too, if you like those.

I've had my eye on this place for a long while, and today we finally made it! We started with the dim sum and I was very pleased with the chicken feet. They were savory and soft. The sticky rice was excellent and soup dumplings were okay (not pictured). My primary complaint was that they were kinda dry on the outside as if they had been sitting around a while. The shrimp stuffed eggplant came out of the fryer like liquid hot magma! But was so dang good, especially with the slightly spicy chicken feet sauce. By this time I was pretty full but my wife had only eaten soup dumplings so she ordered our favorite vegetable, sautéed pea shoots and then crispy beef. We loved the pea shoots, but I couldn't eat much. The crispy beef was too sweet for me, however she liked it. We finished with our favorite egg custard buns and then I decided I had to try the egg tarts. The buns were too sweet for me, but she loved them. Where's the tarts tasted surprisingly like scrambled eggs with a glazed top and I actually liked it because it was barely sweetened. Overall, service was fast and responsive. They checked on us frequently and continued being responsive even after a huge party of more than 30 trickled in. Their menu is massive. I recommend starting with some dim sum (dumplings) since they're fast and delicious appetizers and you'll need time to dig through the main menu.

Delicious and the food was made to order. I had it for my birthday dinner and it was great. Will go back the next time I'm at the beach.

Food was really bad. All dishes are precooked and some of them are wrecked. Never try this shit!

Service is good but food is really bad. Chicken feet looks like they just soak it in some chemical. Will not come back again because of the food.

Came here for dimsum. The dimsum was honestly so so-- xiaolongbao was eh and the pork buns were too bready. Service was good and ambiance was casual-- good to come with friends and family.

Waddle we order? The duck of course. On top of their good renditions of traditional dim sum offering, their Peking (and roasted) duck shined. It's also priced at good value - well recommended.

Big beautiful doors as you walk in, you walk into kind hostess who sat our party of 5 very promptly. Food was great, the steam pork buns could have been better. But fast service. Everything else was really good.

Came on a Saturday morning and was seated without a wait which was great! This spot will fill a craving, but I wouldn't say it's my favorite dim sum I've ever had. They do have a little window in the back of the restaurant with display Chinese bbq- roast duck, chicken and pork which is great to get in the city. My spouse and I got a little variety- roast pork buns, soup dumplings, rice rolls, salt and pepper squid, sticky rice. It was okay but not stellar. The soup dumplings were not house-made as you can tell by the tops. It was decent if you want dim sum in the city walkable to some other fun things to do in the neighborhood, but if you want the dim sum cart experience this isn't the spot! You order on a paper menu and they bring out to you.

I was impressed! They have a huge menu, and we know I love a huge menu. There are so many types of meats and ingredients on their menu!!! They have a lot of less commonly found dishes, and also a lot of more comment American Chinese dishes. I really liked the food. I loved the Peking duck. I loved all the dumplings. I loved the vegetables. I loved the pastries. All very flavorful!!! The one thing I did not love was the fried rice. It just wasn't very fried. It was like they took white rice and added vegetables and didn't cook it any more after that. But everything else was good enough to keep it at 5 stars. Also, the service is fine! The ambiance is fine!

Was on the hunt for an authentic Chinese dim sum place and this did not disappoint! Everything about it was authentic, the decor, the servers, etc. the food was phenomenal and the service was fast. Definitely one if my favorite dim sum places in DC

Dim sum and Chinese at Washington DC The restaurants was very busy for dim sum noon on Christmas day. We waited about 30 minutes for our table. As soon as we checked all the dim sums on the paper menu with pictures of dim sum, the food came out very quickly. Our favorites were sticky rice, steamed shrimp chive dumpling, shrimp crepe, pork spare ribs and egg custards. The dim sums are salter than I am used to but still tasted good.

Haven't been back to DHP for a while now and the other day happened to walk by it around noon on a Sunday and decided to make an unplanned dim sum lunch stop. Good to see it's still popular, with quite a few people outside waiting for a table. the wait turned out to be only 15 minutes or so and we were seated. They don't seem to do pushcart service anymore but you can order from a dim sum menu complete with nice photos of all the dishes. We had our usual, shrimp dumplings, chives dumplings, turnip cake, green vegetables etc, altogether 6 dishes which was just right for two people (for about $42 before tip with no drinks). Food is delicious although the portions are not big as the dim sum items are all delicately small in size, which is not a bad thing although prices are a bit higher than similar dim sum restaurants in MD or VA. But they have the best location and this is the only dim sum place in central DC and easily accessible without a car.

After a long dry dim sum spell, we trekked to Da Hong Pao after reading its glowing reviews. It hit the spot! Although I prefer going with a larger size group, this time we had a party of 2 and yet were still able to try a tasty variety. The dim sum plus the normal food menu was available, though we stuck to our dim sum dreams. Each dim sum item has a picture on the menu so you know exactly what you are getting, very helpful. We arrived shortly after the restaurant opened on Sunday morning at 10am which was the right move because by 11am, all the seats were full. Everything we ate was excellent and can't wait to go back and try more! I'm eyeing the shrimp!

Dim sum is subpar (my theory is factory manufactured and steamed to perceive is fresh ) The prices are higher that most dim sum places in larger cities . Service is mediocre

A pretty decent Chinese Dim Sum restaurant. Kinda pricey, but it was worth a try for our first time. We had 5 people in our party, ordered a couple of Shumais, Shrimp Dumplings, Pork Buns, Pineapple Buns, Spare Ribs, Steamed Shrimp, Fish, Chicken Feet, Chinese Broccoli, Sticky Rice, Beef Noodles, Pork Belly, Pan Fried Chicken noodles, and Custard Buns. Service was excellent! Got refills of water every time it was half empty. Hot sauce was good with the Shumai and Pork Belly. Taste-wise, quality could have been better. Liked the great service, seasoning was kind of lacking, parking was a hassle since you had to drive around to find a random street parking space. Ambiance of the restaurant was a bit loud for the most part since it was pretty packed. But overall, a very good one in D.C.

I came to explore Washington DC with an empty stomach searching for exotic asian cuisine superior to the ones in my hometown of St. Louis. I find this spot while touring around and saw many Chinese people inside eating which maybe a clue to it's authenticity. Behold, I'm not mistaken because their Peking Duck is to die for, so crispy thin skin with succulent meat already deboned to be paired with soft buns. Their dim sum included the siomai is bouncy and dances inside your mouth.

My recent visit was unfortunately marred by a series of disappointments that left a lasting negative impression. The foremost issue was the quality of the food, which was notably subpar. The chicken dish, in particular, stood out for being uncooked and strangely cold, as if it had been hastily reheated without proper attention to culinary standards. This not only compromised the taste but also raised concerns about food safety. In addition to the culinary letdown, the customer experience was equally disappointing. Unfortunately, the service lacked attentiveness and displayed a noticeable indifference towards the customers, intensifying the overall dissatisfaction with the dining experience. The establishment's failure to uphold basic culinary standards and provide a satisfactory customer experience makes it challenging to recommend to others.

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It's hard to find a decent dim sum, but Da Hong Pao delivered. It is in downtown DC, so expect DC prices and, even worse, DC parking; but it is worth the visit. We came in near opening, 11-ish, and were able to he seated right away. As the Sunday lunch rush started pouring in, there was a line out the door by 12. The restaurant was pretty clean. The service was great with ordering and getting food, but drink refills were hit or miss. The food is the selling point though. Will come back again when I get the courage to drive into the city again.

Da Hong Pao is incredible for takeout as well as for dine in dinner and dim sum! They have great, quick service. The establishment seriously radiates deliciousness throughout the whole block. The best Chinese restaurant in the Logan Circle area!! This is our go to spot for a quick takeout meal as the dumplings can't be beat!

I'm from the west coast and ever since moving here I have been dying for real, delicious dim sum. This is the place to come. There's generally not a wait from my few experiences. They have a regular menu that's massive and a decent size dim sum menu. The price is fair and food is always fresh/hot. Service is always efficient and food comes out quickly. The ambiance is pleasant with a lot of families and clean decor. Restaurant itself is modern. Parking is a bit tough at times, so we tend to park in the neighborhood and walk to the restaurant usually under a half mile. Their chili oil is fairly spicy but I love spice. If you're not used to at least a 6/10 spice level, I would be careful. Things we have tried: Bbq steamed buns Spare ribs in garlic sauce Beef chow fun noodles Soup dumplings Shumai Chicken feet Shrimp and pork dumplings Fried rice w/ shrimp and chicken Roast duck All are great and we will try the other menu items next.

Da Hong Pao isn't the best dim sum I've ever had, but it hits the spot and is super convenient for me to get my dim sum fix. The inside of the restaurant is clean and spacious. My favorite dishes that I tried were the shrimp crepes, shrimp balls, siu mai, and sticky rice in banana leaf. The har gow skin was a little starchy and dry which was disappointing for a dish that is a dim sum classic. As they say in my household, you dim sum you lose some.

Great location and I will always rate dim sum highly. Unfortunately some of my favorites like the chicken feet were a bit underpeforming for my taste. The ambiance and great service definitely made up for it though!

My friend and I tried Da Hong Pao for their Dimsum! I love Dimsum, but it's hard to find really good places that have reasonable wait times! I miss the places that have carts, but I've found that most Dimsum places got rid of carts post Covid. Da Hong Pao has a decent variety of dim sum options. My friend and I ordered their turnip cake, beef noddles, eggplant dish, shrimp dumplings, chive dumplings, shrimp shumai, beef with rice noddle, and soup dumplings! First, I was a little surprised their soup dumplings were $9 for just 4 of them...they were okay but I would have liked to pay less or get more for $9. Other than that, all their dim sum dishes were standard. Some came out a little colder than others, but it was a decent experience overall.

I was so excited to try this place when I was in DC based on all of the amazing reviews here on Yelp. The food was just meh... there wasn't one thing that was terrible or one thing that was amazing either. The har gow wrappers definitely could have been better. That's one of the first things I look for to help determine the quality of dim sum. I will say all of the employees were wonderful and service was great. We were greeted up entering, seated right away, and took our order as soon as we were ready.