Dim Sum Corner — Restaurant in Hà Nội

Let me tell you about this gem I found in Hanoi called Dim Sum Corner. Now, I wouldn't say I'm a dim sum connoisseur, but I've had my fair share of steamed buns and dumplings. This place, though? It left me wanting more.

First off, it's on Hang Bong street, which isn't exactly a tourist hub. But that's part of the charm! The restaurant itself is on the smaller side, so be prepared to cozy up with your fellow diners. Don't let the size fool you though - the portions are perfect for sharing, and the menu has all the classics you'd expect: har gow, siu mai, juicy pork buns...everything came out piping hot and bursting with flavor.

I especially loved the mì bò kho, a beef brisket noodle soup. It was rich and savory, the perfect compliment to the lighter dim sum dishes. Plus, the prices were super reasonable - I left feeling satisfied and happy without breaking the bank.

Now, it's not a fancy place by any means. But if you're looking for delicious, authentic dim sum in a no-frills setting, Dim Sum Corner is the spot. Just be prepared to ditch the fancy dress and embrace...

Just a physical replica of Chinese food but doesn’t taste authentic.

As a Chinese, I can tell you the food here may look like real Chinese food but the taste is a far cry— it’s watered down for local taste bud which is usually bland & not spicy (It’s common in Hanoi no matter what international food you eat). My pot of chrysanthemum was bland as well.. 😩

For instance, the ‘Spicy Shrimp Wanton’ isn’t spicy at all and it’s so obvious to discerning taste bud that it contains frozen prawns. The ‘Braised Chicken Leg’ is a watered down tomato sauce, too full of garlic with a weird add on of peanuts when it should be black beans.

For a total bill of close to VND 200k for just 2 side dishes and tea, it’s not worth it. Just turn right and walk down the lane and get yourself a hot pot for 200K per person! :D (I wished I hadn’t waste my...

We went early, about 11-ish on Sat morning. It wasn’t crowded. Our experience is that great affordable dim sum places are crowded with locals early on weekends. It was only as we were finishing our meal that the first group of locals entered the restaurant.

The food is good, not superlative. The bbq pork bao, which is a staple of any dim sum kitchen was okay, fillings were not generous. The rolled tofu with shrimp & pork; and scallop & prawn har gow was very good. Noodle soup with bbq pork was tasty.

Relative to local restaurants, it’s pricier. It’s almost USD 1 per bbq pork bao; and just above USD 1 per scallop & prawn har gow. It’s affordable for tourists and white collar workers and the well to do.

But if you need a change from Vietnamese food, this would be a good option that does not break...