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Dim sum spread with dumplings and buns in New York Chinatown
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Dim Sum

in New York City

In NYC, dim sum is a Chinatown institution with carts and steaming baskets of dumplings, buns, and small plates made for sharing with a table.

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New York's modern dim sum scene was built by generations of Cantonese restaurants in Chinatown and remains one of the city's best group dining traditions.

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Where to Find It

3 places to try Dim Sum in New York City

Steamer baskets of dim sum at a restaurant table

Nom Wah Tea Parlor

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Chinatown

A historic Chinatown dim sum institution known for classic dumplings, buns, and old-school tea parlor atmosphere.

Traditional dim sum dishes served family-style

Jing Fong

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Chinatown

A classic large-format Chinatown dim sum spot known for big group tables, rolling carts, and broad Cantonese selections.

Assorted dim sum dumplings and buns on a table

Golden Unicorn

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Chinatown

A longtime Chinatown banquet-style restaurant that's popular for weekend dim sum and large variety of steamed and fried specialties.

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