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    Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant

    3.8 (336 reviews)
    ModerateDim Sum
    Open 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Sweta S.

    This is a wonderful dim sum restaurant, and I can't believe it is the first time I have come here! The sui mai is delicious! The food comes out quickly, and service is friendly. The restaurant ambiance feels like a home.

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    Anna P.

    With limited choices in North Carolina, this is the one that can be graded very good and the price is acceptable. The parking may be limited when they have full house. We drove 145 miles from Charlotte just to enjoy our Cantonese dim sum. They have almost every varieties on Saturday & Sunday. Their service was good. We had a good time. If someone can show me more places to go, please drop me a note.

    Dim Sum in Hong Kong restaurant in Durham
    Jake V.

    | Overview + Authentic Chinese dim-sum + Pork Shumai is good + Shrimp tofu is a must-try + Improved ordering checklist is easy - Only 2 small pork buns per order instead of 3 - Chinese broccoli pieces are little - Chili sauce + soy sauce was pre-served instead of letting us make our own - Red tripe? - Ambiance looks old. - Expensive for the amount. - Customer service could be better | Full Review It's been more than 3 years since we'd eaten dim-sum in Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant in Durham, NC, and that's because we've found a better yet farther dim-sum spot in Cary: Shanghai. My girl & I went here for lunch because it was close to an eyeglass shop that we had to visit. This was the first time we went here on a lunch time weekday; the previous ones years ago were always on a weekend, which were usually crowded. This time, there was a good amount of customers but we didn't have to wait to get seat and parking wasn't a problem. We were a bit surprised to see the paper menu with a checklist ordering system similar to Mr. Tokyo in Chapel Hill. There's also a larger, separate full menu, complete with photos of various dim-sum items, so even though there were no dim-sum carts going around, it was easy for us to order. We ordered all dim-sum items: 5x Pork Shumai (4 pieces each) 1x Shrimp Noodle Crepe (3 pieces), 1x Shrimp Tofu (3 pieces each), 1x Chinese Broccoli, 1x order of Pork Bun (2 pieces), tripe & 2 small cups of white rice. Total came up to be around $64 - About the same price we pay for 2 people in Shanghai. We had to wait for about 18 min. for all the items to arrive - Not as fast as we'd like but still faster than other dimsum places we've been to. They were all served hot. My girl had to ask for chili & soy sauce for our Pork Shumai; the lady-manager who served us gave us a tiny saucer that already have the chili & soy sauce sauce mixed instead of letting us do it our own like how other dim-sum spots do. $5 for 4 pieces of Pork Shumai is about the average price now; it's $1 cheaper here than Shanghai albeit smaller (less pork filling). Nonetheless, the Shumais here tasted as authentic as the other dim-sum items, but skin of the Shumais were a bit overcooked. The shrimp tofu was well-cooked though, and the sweet sauce with chives that came with it was enjoyable. The shrimp rice noodle crepe was good with the soy sauce; and 3 pieces per order was fine for the price, but the 2-piece small pork bun was disappointing; Shanghai & other dim-sum spots usually have 3 pieces. The small cups of white rice were enough for us; the amount of Chinese broccoli with the oyster sauce was fine but the pieces were quite small. The most surprising part of our dim-sum lunch was the tripe, which we expected to be white instead of red. This was our first time having this kind of tripe and we weren't sure at first if it would be as good as the typical white tripe. This tasted a bit spicier, more tomato-like, not too bad, but we prefer the white tripe we're used to. Hong Kong's ambiance was the same old building we remember visiting years ago; seating here can be limited during weekend lunch hours, and often times before, we had to wait to be seated. Parking was also an issue back then but there were many vacant spaces in our latest visit. There were no major issues with customer service here but our experience could have be better. We just didn't get the sense that the lady cared about our dim-sum needs such as the chili/soy sauce issue I mentioned. It's quite rare to find a decent dim-sum place in Triangle NC; while Hong Kong is far from the ideal spot to eat authentic Chinese dim-sum, it's still authentic, and if you're craving for good dim-sum but are not willing to drive farther, this is still an acceptable spot. Just don't expect food to be cheap here (like most dim-sums). For us, this might be our last visit in Hong Kong; this review felt like a bittersweet farewell to what my parents, brothers, and I used to go to for lunch after church years ago. My girl & I just won't settle for less when it comes to dim-sum, especially if we're paying more than $60 for 2. | Overall Score: 3.4/5

    Kelly P.

    I have to say, this is the best Dim Sum in the Triangle. This hole in the wall of a Chinese restaurant services the most authentic Chinese, old school dim sum. They have tripe and chicken feet. Both super tender and well made. Now with that said, is it like California (OC, those who knows, know what I am talking about) quality, no it's not. But is it good, yes it's is great. I grew up in CA, so I know great quality Dim Sum. I have tried 3 other places in Cary that left me turn my nose and sad belly. Hong Kong house may have spots on their walls but I can live with that. Dim sum is served all day. On Sundays they open at 1030, not 11 so get there early. Parking is small and they are always busy. Service is not bad. On Sundays, the cart ladies hoover around making sure you get your filled of food. There is a menu, but for Dim sum, u just point and they give it to u. Plates range from 4.99-8.99 but u can ask them for a menu and order the bigger plates. Next time I want to ask them if they have house special lobster ! Can't seem to find any chinese restaurant that makes house special lobster...

    Pork Buns
    Nilsa A.

    Small place very cozy. They have Dim Sum menu with tasty choices. Orders meme the pepper flank steak, 10/10, the meat was so tender and flavorful. The fried rice was ok 6/10. The shrimp dumplings very good 9/10. My hubby ordered the Hunan Chicken 9/10 , it wasn't spicy, but it was very good and the veggies so fresh. Service was good 7/10. Definitely a place to visit for some clean and tasty Chinese Food. They offer takeout.

    Dim sum time!!
    Wan P.

    This is one of the best dimsum place in the area. When I'm craving dimsum this is where I go! If you want to get a table at lunch on a Sunday, get there right when they open!! Or you'll have to wait for a table because it fills up fast! The servers walk around and pushing carts of various dishes to your table and ask if you want it. You can ask for a menu if you want other items like fried rice , etc. Very chilled and laid back!

    Congee
    Sarah C.

    Line formed outside the door about 20 mins before their opening time on a Sunday. Plenty of parking. Staff are friendly and they speak English, Mandarin and Cantonese. After Covid, most dim sum places do not have push carts anymore. Very happy to see the dim sum on carts. Limited options as mostly fried items. Asked for some items like fake shark fin (Yu chee gau) dumpling, steam chives dumplings (gaw Choi gau) fried chives dumpling (gaw Choi gok) and other basic dim sum entrees but they don't offer them. Surprised to see big city prices. The har gow's skin (shrimp dumpling) was not chewy at all. Too much flour. Also cold so probably got the bad batch. Highly recommend the crab claw. Back home, you get one crab. Here you get two of them so affordable. Lightly batter and perfect seasoning. Love how spicy sauce is available on the table. I ordered the beef congee but received the pork and century egg instead. It was smooth and good though. The host was nice and asked numerous times what I would like to eat after knowing I was visiting. The seating booths give a HK vibe. One would believe that you're in HK! Hoping to see more bao options. Good to know NC has a decent dim sum joint

    The mahogany interior...
    Nino R.

    Dim sum this good in Durham is outrageous. This shouldn't happen. Why doesn't that exist in Charlotte? Thankfully during my weekly travels to the Durham area, I'm able to partake in all of the dim sum glory and a bit of the full menu as well. I've yet to take a bite I didn't like. I've got congee on the radar for my next visit. Service is speedy and the ambiance is early 80s. I'm lovin it...

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    Ken C.

    Mixed bag city - If you order the right things you should be good. The good dishes were the pea sprouts, long shrimp dumplings, beef chow fun, and sesame balls. The beef chow fun especially which is made to order with tons of juicy beef and bean sprouts. The bad dishes were the shrimp dumplings and shumai...not sure if they were sitting around too long but the wrappers were cold, hard, and wayyy too doughy. Unfortunately these are fundamental dishes so it is pretty sad they weren't good. The options are a bit limited and the prices are def a bit on the higher side. Consider the options nearby, this is pretty good overall.

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    This place is awesome. Some of the best Chinese food I've had, and the service was excellent. Will definitely be returning.

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    I was looking for some egg foo young & found it here. It was very good & I will be back.

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    The food is amazing and the staff are very friendly! I love all the dim sum options. It's one of my fav spots in Durham.

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    Our go-to dim sum spot near Chapel Hill!…read more This is a wonderful family-run restaurant that blends modern simplicity with traditional charm. The staff are incredibly friendly and hardworking, and the atmosphere feels both welcoming and authentic. All items are affordable and with reasonable prices! It's the only legit dim sum place near Chapel Hill/Carrboro, about a 25-minute drive for us--and we gladly make the trip almost every week. We simply can't get enough of their food! Warning: Everything on their menu is dangerously addictive. You've been warned! Our Favorites 2. Pork Dumpling (Siu Mai / Siomai) -- Steamed pork in a wonton wrapper, perfectly juicy with just the right balance of pork and vegetables in every bite. A delicious classic done right. 6. Beef Onion Dumpling in Chili Sauce -- One of the best dumplings we've had--and we've been to dim sum spots all over the world! The beef is flavorful and juicy, wrapped in a thin, perfectly chewy skin. The chili sauce complements the filling beautifully without overpowering it. Generous portion, amazing value, flawless execution. 9. Steamed BBQ Pork Bun -- Soft, fluffy buns filled with mildly sweet BBQ pork. Comforting, classic, and delicious every time. 11. Egg Yolk Bun -- Lightly sweet custard filling inside soft steamed buns. The perfect bite of dessert to end your dim sum feast. 16. Bean Skin Stuffed with Pork -- Juicy, lightly seasoned pork wrapped in delicate bean skin. Flavorful but not overpowering--simple and satisfying. 27. Crispy Shrimp Ball -- Juicy and lightly seasoned shrimp goodness inside a crispy ball. They disappeared into the void of my stomach as soon as they touched our table. 28. Crispy Taro Puff with Chicken -- Think of these as bite-sized empanadas with savory, well-seasoned chicken inside--like the best mini chicken pot pies! Crispy, flavorful, and completely addictive. I could easily eat 30 of these! 41. Crispy Beef Onion Pot Sticker -- Pan-fried to golden perfection for that satisfying crunch. The beef and chives inside are juicy and flavorful, and the portions are generous. I dream about these dumplings when I'm asleep. Absolute perfection. Take all my money! The Finishing Touch Dim sum is meant to be enjoyed with tea, and they offer a simple traditional brew that pairs beautifully with every dish. If there's one downside--it's that they're only open Friday through Sunday. We wish they were open all week! Everything on their menu is so good! Best Dimsum and service in Durham!

    Objectively speaking, this is one of the better dim sum options within the area, and is a great…read morelocation to get some of the classic dim sum options. I've had the pleasure of eating some really good dim sum, and while I can admit that the dim sum here will never be as good as places in New York, I can say that they do a decent job and that the experience will be enjoyable for any eater. Rather than delivering dishes on the traditional cart, Dim Sum Asian Bistro uses a menu where you can mark off the dishes that you want. There are a lot of different steamed, fried, and a la carte options that you can choose from. A lot of the basics are done pretty well. They have good pan fried dumplings, shrimp dumplings, shao mai, and coconut pudding. They also have some other, complex dishes that we really enjoy. Their curry powder turnip cake is some of the best out there. The curry flavor pops and the fry is absolutely perfect. Crispy on the outside, but warm and soft on the inside. They also make their chicken feet really well, which is a tough one to do sometimes. I know that there will be some good options. Although Dim Sum Asian Bistro has some good things, they also serve some things that you would just be better off not ordering. They have three different types of rice crepe dishes with meat. Their best is easily the shrimp, and you should stick to that. In fact, I would avoid the beef version at all costs, it is made with a beef paste and the texture was so strange, it was kind of unappetizing! I also think their fried rice could use some work, and I think some items, like their custard buns, could have come from the frozen section. I think my family can be pretty critical about dim sum since it has been a big part of our personal culture. However, sometimes I feel I need to take a step back and look at it broadly. I've come here with some of my friends who don't eat dim sum consistently and they are always wowed by the experience. From that perspective, I can see how this place hits the mark. They serve pretty authentic food and make it taste good. There is always a buzz about the restaurant and people come and go over the weekend. It's no wonder you might have to wait to get a table, Dim Sum Asian Bistro is definitely doing something right!

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    Dim Sum House

    3.0
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    13.8 mi
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    Food was surprisingly good. I was craving dim sum in a barbecue state. Spare ribs in black bean…read moresauce, stir fried udon noodles, Chinese broccoli, sui mai, eggplant stuffed with shrimp and sesame balls were all delicious! I love chicken feet but these were not good. It had a weird aftertaste and not as tender. The beef stew was okay but I wouldn't get it again. Soup dumplings were dry. Gyozas were not crispy. There's a bit of a language barrier with the servers. I asked for no onions/scallions in the fried rice or stir fry udon. Upon checking my receipt, it was marked "no veg" and when I asked my server she said "it's just easier to say no veg." I told her we would've liked the carrots and bean sprouts, just no onions/scallions. The conversation was a fail so I gave up. The fried rice lacked color but had nice flavor. Ambiance is great. Wonderful decor indoors with ample seating. I would return when in the area again.

    Overall, pleasant experience on a Saturday during lunch time. They pushed dim sum carts and there…read morewere many options both steamed and fried. I liked that they had a menu with pictures if you needed it and that they also came by and named all the items. This is helpful especially for people enjoying dim sum for the first time. This made me believe the waitresses were rather attentive and welcoming to first time guests. When we selected our dim sum they made sure to cut it so that it was easy to share and they also reheated items so they were hotter if they came off the fried cart even without us asking. They also refilled our water several times and checked on us. The restaurant is spacious and has a lot of room outside for parking making it an easier place to bring more people for dim sum compared to other dim sum options in the Triangle area. While I believe the service and the restaurant interior/exterior made the restaurant a great candidate for future visits I do want to note that the dim sum did not seem traditionally Cantonese or up to dim sum standard. There were some dim sum items that I've never seen served in Hong Kong or at traditional dim sum restaurants. Out of the four items I ordered, not all of them were excellent either. Particularly the soup dumplings did not really have soup in them. That being said they still offer the classics like shrimp dumplings, siu mai, and others on the menu but I will have to go back and try them since I ordered other items this visit. The pricing is roughly what you'd expect to see at dim sum restaurants in this area. Overall recommend to visit if you enjoy dim sum experiences.

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    My second visit to Shanghai Alley is exactly why I believe in second chances. I honestly was not…read morevery impressed during my first visit, but coming back again completely changed my opinion because this place really shined the second time around. They offer a huge variety of dishes ranging from classic Chinese and American Chinese food to handmade dim sum made fresh in house. Everything we tried was packed with flavor, especially the walnut shrimp which I'm still thinking about. The roasted duck and char siu were also standout dishes and you can really tell they put care into the food here. I also love that they specialize in both Sichuan and Cantonese dishes, so there's something for everyone depending on what flavors you're craving. If you want the full dim sum cart experience, definitely stop by on the weekends from 11 to 2. It made the experience feel even more authentic and fun. This visit completely won me over and I'll definitely be back to keep exploring the menu.

    Go for lunch when it's slower…read more The food is out of this world. We had the custard, red bean, and pan fried pork buns along with 3 chicken lo mein. So authentic! If I could grade just on taste it would 12/10. However. The service. We waited an hour for our food after threatening to leave. An Asian couple sat down after us and got their food in 15 min. Another Asian group came in 45 min after us and still got their food before us. The waitresses were yelling back and forth to each other the whole time and we tried to flag someone down to ask for boxes and she waved us off. Another waitress said she'd take 20% off because we waited so long but it never came off the check. And it wasn't just us. This happened to 6 other people. One family got up and walked out they had waited at least 1.25 hrs, with 3 kids, and only got 2 dishes of their 5. Gordon Ramsay make them over! Because it could be so so so good if only the service was better.

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    This restaurant pleasantly surprised me. I'm honestly not a huge Chinese food person, and when…read morepicking restaurants, it's usually not something I naturally gravitate toward. I was actually a little nervous going in because certain Chinese dishes tend to upset my stomach, so I tried to avoid some of the heavier noodle and chicken dishes that normally do that to me. Honestly, I think that was the best decision because I thoroughly enjoyed my meal and felt completely fine afterwards. I started with the crab rangoons, which were perfectly creamy on the inside and crispy on the outside -- absolutely delicious. Then I tried the pork-filled bao buns, which was my first time ever having them, and I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed them too. Everyone else at our table seemed to really enjoy their food as well. I genuinely didn't hear a single complaint. We also ordered some drinks that were delicious, and both our server and the rest of the staff were absolutely fantastic and very welcoming throughout the night. The atmosphere and vibes inside are honestly one of the coolest parts of the experience. It somehow feels like a mix between a brewery, a florist, a bookstore, and a Chinese restaurant all at once. It's such an interesting and unique space that doesn't really feel like anywhere else. Overall, this was a great experience, and I would absolutely come back to try more items on the menu.

    This is a one stop shop, brewery, flower shop, library/book store and dim sum restaurant!…read more The food. Really really good dim sum. I stopped in just a they were opening on a Friday and thank goodness I showed up when I did, this place gets packed quick and you should book a reservation to be on the safe side. I was most excited about the duck egg rolls but ended up being my least favorite not because they were slightly on the dry side. Flavor was good, and the hoisin honey sauce really helped! The seafood dumplings were second best, stuffed full. The soup based was amazing and it also came with some bread for dipping in the leftover sauce. The pork and chive shumai were my favorite! A little bit bigger than bit sized but worth the mouth full! Absolutely would recommend. I'll 100% be back for more food. The bar side looked to be more casual, the dinning room was full of high tea attire so I did feel a little under dressed, thought it would be slightly more casual. They have the cutest library with free books to read but only while you dine in. The flower and book shop are in the middle of the space. Super cute, limited options but great for a last minute bouquet!

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    Taipei 101

    4.0
    (506 reviews)
    18.9 mi
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    Decided to come here for a weekday dinner on a whim & so glad that we did! This was also my first…read moreforay into Downtown Cary, which is super cute. We got the: - Scallion Roasted Beef Pancake Roll: Definitely recommend getting this as an appetizer! The scallion pancake is super crispy with unbelievably tender beef inside & perfect amount of sweetness from the hoisin sauce. - Griddle Chicken with Mixed Vegetables: I've never eaten anything like this before, and absolutely loved it. Loved all the spices- cumin, fennel, doubanjiang- & the mala essence; the crispy, tender chicken; and the variety of vegetables, especially the lotus root. - Shrimp Ho-Fun: The shrimp were tender & the wide rice noodles have such a fun, bouncy texture; a flavorful dish. - Spicy Boiled Fish: The fish was super flaky; Taipei 101's version of this has a bit less mala flavor than I like, but this was still tasty. - Chinese Braised Pork: The pork was tender with a good amount of fat and I appreciated the bok choy, but it was a bit too sweet for me. Ambiance is nice, lots of tables. Service was fast. There are parking spots in front of the restaurant, but a little limited in number. 10/10 would recommend!

    This was by far the most disappointing Chinese meal I've had. The scallion pancakes barely had any…read morescallions--maybe one piece in each--and when I mentioned it, the server insisted that's just how they prepare them. The vegetable lo mein was just as underwhelming, with only a small amount of carrots, scallions, and broccoli, lacking real flavor while somehow being overly salty. We also ordered the eggplant with basil, but the sauce was thick, overly sticky, and tasted more like sugar than anything else. I can't understand how this could be considered authentic. We had visited this restaurant about ten years ago, and the quality has clearly declined since then.

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    Chicken Mongolian. We didn't order this. It was brought to us by accident, but the few bites we had were very, very good.
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    4.1
    (78 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    It was one of those hectic weekends where the clock struck 10 p.m. and I realized I still hadn't…read morehad dinner. Fortunately, Nan Xiang Express in Durham was still open. The pork soup dumplings were outstanding--the dough was absolutely perfect. They paired beautifully with the chili oil, vinaigrette, and soy sauce provided at the table. The sweet and sour soup also deserves an honorable mention. Beyond the food, it's a beautiful space; the interior would be a fantastic spot to catch a World Cup game!

    I really enjoyed my lunch at Nan Xiang Express! This is a fun, fast casual, yet upscale feeling…read morechain specializing in Shanghai-style Chinese foods like soup dumplings, noodles, and drinks. Heads up, the parking lot is kind of small. However, it's not too far from Duke's campus. You can order by kiosk, and sit wherever you'd like and the food came out quickly. The soup noodles were really good! They were well-sized and very flavorful. I also ordered the noodles, which were a decent portion, but didn't really stand out to me as anything special.I think the best part of Nan Xiang was the drinks. I loved the mango pomelo sago. The sago was perfectly tender and the drink wasn't too sweet. Honestly, there were so many drink options, and it was so hard to pick just one. Overall, I liked Nan Xiang express for a quick and convenient option.

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    David's Dumpling & Noodle Bar

    3.9
    (677 reviews)
    22.8 mi
    $$

    This restaurant has been on my list to visit for a couple of years. I was finally able to go. It…read morewas fine. Nothing spectacular. The reason I gave it 4 stars was because the dumplings were disappointing. They were not warm and the dumpling dough was thick. We got the David's dumplings and the crispy spicy wontons. The wontons were better. I liked the crispy dough but they weren't spicy at all. The entree meals were better. I had the Malaysian curry soup which had a nice kick and was steaming hot. It had lots of different toppings in it which was nice. My husband got the fried rice. It was also really good. The Chinese sausage complimented the rice well and there were plenty shrimp in it too. If I went back I would forgo the dumplings and just go straight to having the entree.

    First of all, I love the ambiance there. The exposed bricks are so pretty to me! They also have…read moresuch a huge space. They even have a private event room as well! Secondly, the food!!! We ordered a lot of food (2 appetizers and 3 entrees ) and our eyes were not bigger than our stomachs because we finished all the food We are proud big backs lol What we tried and how we'd rank them: David's Original Half Fried Dumplings Malaysian Curry Noodle Soup Open Top Pork and Shrimp Siu Mai Dumplings Sautéed Green Beans David's Fried Rice with Chinese Sausage Make sure to ask them for their house made chili oil! It's spicy but a little sweet. We were both fans. My friend even asked if they sell it

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