The Best Dim Sum Iβve Had in the Bay Area π΅
On a weekend, my partner suggested trying out a new dim sum place. We heard it was pretty good and decided to give it a shot. Honeycomb Taro Puffs πππππ This was my first time trying this dish! The honeycomb texture is incredibly crispy, and the taro paste mixed with a savory filling creates a truly delightful combination. XO Sauce Claypot Turnip Cake πππππ The wok hei (stir-fried aroma) is very strong. You can taste the meat pieces in the turnip cake, and the XO sauce adds a fantastic flavor. Char Siu Rice Noodle Rolls ππstarsπππ The rice noodles are filled with plenty of char siu (barbecue pork). The portion is really generous, and itβs best enjoyed when wrapped in the char siu sauce. Pepper-Salt Oysters πππππ This is my first time having oysters prepared with pepper and salt. Theyβre deep-fried and then seasoned, making the oysters very plump and delicious. Malay Cake πππππ I absolutely love Malay cake, but many places donβt make it well. This one brought back memories of the perfect Malay cakeβsoft and chewy. Even my partner, who usually doesnβt get why I love it, fell in love with it this time. Shrimp Dumplings and Spare Ribs πππππ The shrimp dumplings are a great indicator of a restaurantβs quality, and these were excellent. This place has the widest variety of dim sum weβve encountered since moving from Los Angeles to the Bay Area. Besides the common shrimp dumplings and steamed chicken feet in black bean sauce, there are many unique dishes Iβve never seen before. Itβs really refreshing. Plus, the ambiance is fantasticβenjoying tea while facing the ocean, without any wait time. The only downside is that the prices are a bit higher. But considering the setting and the generous portions, itβs still acceptable. Weβve already made this our go-to dim sum spot and plan to visit again to try more dishes. Highly recommended! π Hong Kong East Ocean Seafood Restaurant π 3199 Powell St, Emeryville, CA 94608 #LocalFoodRecommendation #NotebookInspiration #BayAreaFood #RestaurantReview #CantoneseDimSum #FoodieDiary #BayAreaLife
