Best 14 Dim Sum Restaurants in Kuala Lumpur For A Yum Cha Feast

Craving some pork-free dim sum but can’t find one that’s up to par? Look no further than Asiari! From the signature Shanghai Yin Yang Xiao Long Bao (soup dumpling) that’s freshly cooked to order, Golden Lava Bun with oozing salted egg yolk fillings, to their coveted Deep-fried Golden Prawn Mango Roll, classic Siew Mai (shrimp dumpling) and Prawn Cheong Fun, you name it they have it! All these steaming hot Dim Sum will surely sweep you off your feet and have you asking for more!

Located strategically in Malaysia’s largest transit Hub KL Sentral, Nu Sentral is providing seriously delicious dim sums, halal, and better. The Egg Custard Buns at Dolly Dim Sum are done to perfection with soft, full, and gooey custard that you’ll want to share with your loved ones. Their Roasted BBQ Bun features scrumptious chicken char siew (cantonese-style barbecued meat) filling resembling the real deal. Another must-have while you’re here at this halal dim sum spot in KL. Siew Mai filled with tender chicken and prawns is amongst their chef recommendations.

If you’re indecisive and want the best of both worlds, Dodo Dim Sum & Bowls offers delicious, authentic halal dim sum in KL as well as a delectable selection of Thai fares. This way you can pair your spicy chicken feet, curry siew mai, salted egg custard buns and BBQ chicken buns with a wholesome bowl of boat noodles or some thai fried rice. If you’re looking to be more adventurous, we highly recommend their Chicken Kerabu, featuring lemongrass-filled purple dumplings, ginger torch flower, and chicken—a symphony of colors on a plate.

Boasting a laid-back, casual ambience, this is the perfect spot for you to satisfy your dim sum cravings.

With eight branches across Klang Valley, Jin Xuan has come a long way from its humble beginnings on Jalan Kuchai Lama as Kam Hin Restaurant. Serving the best dim sum in Kuala Lumpur, Jin Xuan has even implemented a queue system (where queue numbers are distributed and then announced when they’re up) to handle large crowds.

Known for their impressive efficiency, dim sum dishes here are delectable—pillowy soft char siew bao (steamed buns with barbecue pork fillings), sweet and sticky spare ribs, creamy lava buns and more. We definitely had our eyes set on their steamed ma lai koh (Malay sponge cake), where fluffy slightly sweet steamed cakes are served in bamboo steamers.

Given the fair price and consistent quality of its dim sum, Jin Xuan definitely merits a visit or two (or three).

If you’re itching for some classic, neighbourhood dim sum at night, make your way to Sing Pao Dim Sum Restaurant because they’re open until midnight! Steamy and savoury, these small dim sum dishes will warm you up for a good supper. The dim sums are served on a small plate and come with a side of mayonnaise and chilli sauce. You’ll be happy to find out that they’re super generous with their portions. Some of their must-trys include bacon wrapped fish balls, prawn dumplings, radish cakes and pork ribs. If you’re looking for something filling, opt for their thick porridge with ground nuts and toppings of dried oyster and century egg.

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You can never go wrong with Restoran Dai Sam Yum’s classic dim sum. From afar, its iconic yellow signboard will catch your attention, luring you to come over and indulge in their dim sums. Their dishes are all homemade so you can feel the sincerity in preparing each and every piece of these dim sums. They’re then steamed in a huge bamboo steamer which gives a nostalgic feeling to anyone who grew up eating dim sum. You get all the standard fare and the service here is incredibly efficient too.

Come early in the morning to witness all their fresh dumplings overload in their trays, ready to serve. Dim sums aside, we highly recommend giving their Hokkien mee and lor mee a try!

How far would you go to savour the best dim sum in KL? Would you be willing to travel to a heavily congested part of the town and join an extremely long queue? Did I mention dining under 40 minutes? If you checked all the boxes above, welcome to Foo Hing Dim Sum.

Even on a Wednesday morning this Puchong-based restaurant is packed to the brim. But that’s just something you’ll have to compromise on if you’re looking to enjoy good local dim sum.

The large crowd aside, Foo Hing never ceases to impress with their excellent service and quality dim sum. Almost every single item on their menu tastes sublime, especially their char siew pau (steamed pork bun), which is smaller in size but packed out with filling. They are also known for their flaky and creamy Portuguese tarts that are super addictive; one is never enough!

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Inspired by the famous family residences of 19th century Chinese tycoons and specialises in classic Cantonese delicacies and dim sum specialties, Lai Po Heen is known for its simply breathtaking decor featuring towering ceilings, elegant chandeliers, and exquisite parquet floors.

Guests are welcomed to witness as their renowned chefs demonstrate their culinary prowess in an open kitchen, deftly crafting iconic dishes like handcrafted dim sum boasting luxurious fillings of abalones, shrimps, and fresh scallops.

You might be compelled to order Grand Harbour’s signature dim sums—quail egg dumplings that resemble sparrows, piggy lotus paste buns, and durian puffs shaped in swans—but they can be hit-or-miss.

The staples from Chef Chan Peng Wah’s dim sum kitchen, however, are second-to-none. The Har Gao (steamed crystal shrimp dumpling) features a bouncy texture. The Siew Mai is fresh and juicy. The lava buns with its flavourful, flowing salted egg yolk custard filling doesn’t disappoint either.

Be sure to try out their crispy shrimp with red rice rolls, where the prawns are encased in deep-fried vermicelli and then wrapped in silky cheong fun (rice noodle roll), or the buttery, flaky pastry with honey barbecue pork filling.