Richmond Dim Sum Lovers, Rejoice! Kirin Seafood Reigns Supreme

📍 Kirin Seafood Restaurant Multiple locations in Metro Vancouver July 1st long weekend = perfect excuse for dim sum! As a Cantonese family, we’ve tried them all – and Kirin remains our undisputed champion. Here’s why: 🥢 Why It’s Our Go-To ✔ Consistently excellent – never had a bad meal in 10+ years ✔ Premium ingredients – plump shrimp, flaky egg tarts (when available!) ✔ Elevated vibe – white-tablecloth service without the stuffiness 🏆 Family’s Must-Order List 🦐 Har Gow ★★★★★ Translucent skins with whole, crunchy shrimp – 2X bigger than Hong Kong versions! 🦀 Crab Claw Shu Mai ★★★★★ Juicy pork-shrimp mix topped with real crab meat 🥚 Salted Egg Yolk Bun ★★★★★ Oozy, rich custard that bursts dramatically 🐔 Phoenix Talons ★★★★☆ Plump, collagen-rich – noticeably larger than average 🍍 Pineapple BBQ Pork Buns ★★★★☆ Buttery, flaky crust with sweet-savory filling ⚠️ Pro Tip: Reserve egg tarts in advance – they sell out fast! 💡 Insider Knowledge ✔ Best times: Weekday lunches (avoid weekend chaos) ✔ Secret hack: Ask for XO sauce with your cheung fun ✔ Parking: Free but competitive – arrive early 💰 Damage: ~$25-40 per person #VancouverEats #DimSumHeaven #RichmondBC