Yum Cha Newmarket — Restaurant in Waitematā

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Would give this place a 0 star if i could came in here for food and there was no service at all had to grab our own water and napkins as the staff stands there doing nothing saw a lady with short hair walking around being on her phone on talking to her kid or somewhat ignoring us and saw this guy in the blue with greasy as hair picking his ears and touching my bowl of food with his hands unwashed so unhygienic and him trying to keep himself awake as there was no customs as he rubbed his eyes with his hands and later served us with the same hand unwashed touching the edge of our bowls it was pretty disgusting to know his eye boggers is around the bowl of noodles that i was going to eat . terrible chef too as you can see on the photo cooking with no gloves and on a phone its so unhygienic and nasty , also saw him making food and taste testing food and putting his spatula back into the pan. i understand that you could be understaffed but seriously i dont understand why the boss is paying them to just do nothing and being so dirty Food was expensive too for what it was the shrimp dumplings were blend no taste. . . ( honestly if anyone is looking for a job they are hiring it seems so chill and i think you can just play on ur phones all day and get minimum pay :)

wont be coming back here again as it is really bad and nasty to see how unhygienic one...

Food is ok. Is it worth it? I guess. Xiao long Bao is alright, however super oily. Seeet and sour pork is served in a weird tomato purée /paste despite having sweet and sour taste. Definitely can make it better at home. Food is served quickly though.

However Customer service is not good. No smiles and you can tell they’re gossiping about you in Chinese the way they constantly look at you while talking.

My sister ordered soup and as she received her food and was about to eat it, they snatched it from her and took it back to the kitchen, because they thought it was given incorrectly to the wrong table (us), despite my sister ordering it. The lady Straight up just snatched it from the table and didn’t say anything. After a few seconds, they brought it back and didn’t apologise for this altercation. Rude af. As I could understand some Chinese, they gossip and do so loudly enough and do not even try to hide the fact they gossip. Shaming customers and their portions/ ordering choices etc.

I will not be returning and I do not recommend this restaurant to anyone. There are plenty more options available in new market and Auckland in general that are better and priced...

From the moment you step into Yumcha, you're welcomed by the fragrant aroma of steaming bamboo baskets and a lively, yet refined, ambiance that promises an authentic yumcha experience. The restaurant's décor strikes a delicate balance between traditional Chinese motifs and contemporary elegance, setting the stage for a feast that is as visually pleasing as it is palatable.

The menu is a testament to the variety and complexity of Cantonese cuisine. The dim sum selection is impeccable, featuring classics like har gow (shrimp dumplings) and siu mai (pork dumplings), each with a delicate wrapper that gives way to the richly flavored fillings. The barbecue pork buns are a revelation—fluffy, sweet, and filled with succulent, savory pork that's been roasted to perfection.

The staff moves through the restaurant with a balletic grace, deftly navigating carts laden with goodies. They are knowledgeable, friendly, and always ready to recommend the perfect dish to complement your tea choice.

Speaking of tea, the selection is thoughtfully curated, with options ranging from the robust to the delicate, ensuring that there's a perfect brew for every...