We stumbled across this restaurant on a Chinatown Night Market Day. Our group wanted to find a place to sit down where it was warmer and less crowded than the outdoors. Staff were friendly and were able to immediately seat us. Prices are on the higher side for sure as compared to the night market. Average prices were around $15 to $18 per dish. Our saute garlic string beans were excellent, and everything else was satisfactory. This is a solid place if you want something quick and nothing over the top. read more

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This is a busy, modern dim sum/ tea place at the entrance of Chinatown. I'm not proud of going here, but it's convenient. Lots of tourists complaining about various minor issues. Ambiance is like a very nice bus station. Chinatown has a few really old school dim sum spots that you can't even find in China anymore. And there are more modern spots too. I thought the xiao long bao were tasty, but mini sized. Har gow weren't very good. Service was fine. The Thai milk tea was good, but I'm getting too old for all that sugar. read more

Sum Dim Sum was my brother in-laws choice and he's Chinese. He said it wasn't bad and it was fine. It's situated on a corner and very close to a parking garage. We had a party of 8 and there were not too many people in here on a Sunday afternoon. Parties of 5+ will be added an automatic 18% gratuity. Not sure if that applies to take out orders of 5+ orders on a receipt? The food was fine and the service was on the upper level between good and great. Drinks were served in cans and Thai tea and water was in cups. They need to be on top of putting their cleaning supplies away. It looks cluttered and it's all over carts and countertops. That being said , the place is on 4 level of 4/5 of cleanliness. The bathroom is for customers only. The food took about 10-15 minutes to be served and that's a very reasonable amount of time. It added up to over $215 plus our tip for our party of 8. That's about $25 a person. read more

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Stopped by Sum Dim Sum for a quick dinner. The restaurant is spacious, clean, and well lit, with beautiful pictures and a stunning mural on the walls that create a welcoming atmosphere. I ordered the fried rice with broccoli beef, and it was delicious, full of flavor with tender and juicy meat. Adding a little Sriracha gave it the perfect kick of spice. One small concern I noticed, when employees clean the tables, they spray disinfectant directly while the silverware, napkins, chopsticks and sauces are still on the table. This can cause the spray to get on those items, which isn't ideal. I'd recommend removing everything from the table first before spraying, so utensils and sauces stay clean and safe for the next guests. Overall, I really enjoyed the food and atmosphere, and with a small adjustment in cleaning practices, this place could be even better. read more

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Great dim sum! We were looking for a place to go found a very foul place that left a bad taste in our mouth. This place made a nice recovery for Chinatown! The service could have been a little bit warmer, but otherwise it was a great experience and exactly what we were looking for. Right on the border of Chinatown and easy to access from the financial district, we definitely recommend this place! I originally had a craving for soup dumplings, but the potstickers were my absolute favorite! read more

Sum Dim Sum - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Beautiful down to the last detail I would definitely recommend for others to come here read more

Sum Dim Sum - Bbq pork chow mein with chai tea - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

SUM DIM SUM 601 grant ave SF SAN FRANCISCO CHINATOWN I got the lunch special 11:30am - 3 pm $15 for a rice or noodle dish and drink CHICKEN CHOW MEIN: delicious ! Well made, perfect texture and chicken was moist the saltiness was perfection. Loved it ! Roasted chicken with garlic noodles: SOOOO GOOD! I like very flavourful , this was on the saltier side for noodles but so good the garlic packs a punch and the chicken is one of the best fried perfectly crisp chicken ever ! Passion fruit green tea Thai milk tea Both drinks were big and not overly sweet Service was good! Very Large space, Modern and traditional art work decor. I didn't try the dim sum though , I usually go to more traditional dim sum spots. Follow me for more foodie adventures -Living with Luci read more

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The orange chicken is so fragrant and light. Unheard of!! The lunch special is $15 for Thai milk tea or your choice of drink and lunch item. First lunch spot of our San Fran trip!!! Divine! read more

Sum Dim Sum - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came here on a Saturday for a late lunch. When you go inside, it seems like to order at the cashier first then go sit down, but actually, you sit down and they will take your order. We ordered the dan dan noodles, and the salt and pepper fried tofu. It was very delicious! The fried tofu is amazing. It has a good balance of deep fried from the outside with the softness tofu inside. I definitely recommend ordering that. The dan dan noodles was also good. Mixing it with the cucumber is not overwhelming. It does contain peanut and it's not too overwhelming. It kinda of a hint of MaLa at the end. overall, everyone was nice. I definitely recommend a spot to try it out! The area is also very clean inside, it's very organized, just no public bathroom. read more

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I was running errands in Chinatown and my stomach started rumbling, so I decided to pop into Sum Dim Sum for a quick bite. I'm glad I did! I ordered a variety of classics: the XLB, shu mai, har gow, and a BBQ pork bun. Everything was delicious and legit! The restaurant itself is surprisingly spacious, which was a nice change from some of the smaller spots in ctown. I came in way past the lunch rush, so there were only a couple of other tables occupied. It was actually quite nice. If you're looking for a fast and easy spot for dim sum, this place is worth checking out. read more

Sum Dim Sum - dim sum - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here for a quick bite on my lunch break. Got the garlic noodles. Very good, it was buttery with just the right amount of garlic and not too oily. It was filling and affordable. Next time I will give their dim sum a try, I saw the table next to me have siu mai and potstickers. They commented that it was yummy, and the presentation was also appetizing I also saw there was a poster for lunch specials M-F, seems like a great deal when it comes with a drink. Service was friendly and attentive. I would def recommend to my co workers. Variety is great, there's something on the menu for everyone. read more

Sum Dim Sum - Lunch Special Menu - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Staff is great, food is amazing and came out very fast. The restaurant is very wonderfully appointed, with beautiful art work. A must stop if you are in Chinatown for lunch read more

Food was pretty good. Ordered the general tsp's with white rice and the beef with broccoli. Both were pretty good. I really wasn't impressed with the pork dumplings. Overall I enjoyed the meal read more

I was really looking forward to celebrating Lunar New Year at this restaurant, but unfortunately, the experience was a huge letdown. They had an extremely limited menu--only about ten options--and despite waiting in line, we were told that only two items were actually ready to order. Everything else would take at least 20 minutes to be prepared. Given that it was a special occasion, I would have expected them to be better prepared for the crowd, but instead, we waited 30 minutes for food that was overpriced ($25 per combo meal) and honestly tasted like something straight out of the microwave. The portion sizes were ridiculously small, and the quality was subpar at best. For that price, I expected something fresh and flavorful, not something that left me still hungry and disappointed. Overall, this was not worth the wait or the price, and I definitely wouldn't come back. read more

Sum Dim Sum - The orange chicken combo - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

The space looked good and felt organized. You walk in and the clean layout sets the tone. The staff moved fast and kept the place in order. The food did not deliver. The flavors were flat. The dishes lacked balance. The sauces tasted heavy. The portions felt small for the price. You get a nice dining room but you do not get a meal that matches the look. read more

Good food at reasonable prices, employees were very nice. Very clean inside. I loved the lychee black tea was delicious!!!

Everything tasted great overall the flavors were fresh, and the portions were just right. However, the orange chicken was a bit too sour for my taste. It kind of overpowered the sweetness you'd normally expect. Still, the rest of the meal made up for it! Service wise, the staff was friendly and quick, which made the experience even better. Definitely a solid spot, just might skip the orange chicken next time! As for the ambiance, the place had a cozy and welcoming vibe, perfect for a casual meal. Clean space, good lighting, and just the right amount of background music. read more

Was here last week food was decent, place seemed fine... until Danny showed up. This guy has the absolute worst attitude I've ever seen in customer service. Rude, arrogant, and clearly has no idea how to treat paying customers. Acts like he's doing you a favor just by being there. Completely ruined the entire experience. I don't care how good the food is if this guy's working, stay far away. Management clearly doesn't care or they wouldn't have someone like that representing them. ZERO stars if I could. Never coming back. read more

Very pretty food,Large amounts,too spicy. Too hot!!! Buns were delicious. Just the Wright amount of sweetness, Howleylouya. Saved by the buns!! read more

Food was so-so. I had the wonton soup and the spicy wonton. The soup was not great. The spicy wonton was way better. Big disappointment for me on this place is that do not serve beer. How can you have Chinese with now beer. Also , service was slow. I do not recommend. read more

Sum Dim Sum - Spicy Wonton - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Food is very meh, and the condiments on the table are not adequate or traditional. There is no Chinese chili oil paste on the table. Instead there is black pepper and siracha (feels cheapened and dumbed down. Might as well put ketchup on the side too). The wonton soup broth is bland and watery, which is a shame because the wontons and veg are good. The chicken fried rice is decent with a smoky flavor. The salt and pepper chicken wings are breaded and not traditional. This completely threw us off. They were not what we were expecting at all. Personally I wouldn't name them this, as it's misleading. While they are good in their own way, they are Americanized. The Xiao Long Bao are decent, but not worth the money. The garlic noodles with pork were really good. The noodles were springy and chewy. But they use American broccoli that's over steamed, why not use Chinese broccoli (especially in Chinatown). The Shrimp Har Gow was the biggest winner. Big and plump. Good consistency. The interior is fun and modern, but the food feels like the quality of a mall food court. Just tweak a few things here and there to make it more authentic and you'll be 5stars. So much potential!! read more

The chicken fried rice, garlic green beans and orange chicken are so good and so fresh. Service was quick and the prices were very reasonable. The negative reviews don't seem appropriate for this place. read more

my boyfriend and I love this place! its very spacious and clean, food is good and very comforting. the staff always gives great service, bathroom is always clean. zero complaints! read more

This was bad. I saw the workers using frozen pork bun from wei chuang and the shaolongbao may be from Costco.

Sum Dim Sum didn't just ruin my appetite--it ruined my life. The dumplings were soggy, the buns were dry, and the tea tasted like hot tap water. My wife, frustrated after choking down rubbery siu mai, looked at me and said, "If this is your taste in food, no wonder our marriage failed." She walked out before dessert. I came for dim sum, but all I got was divorce and indigestion. One star--for the fortune cookie's brutal accuracy. read more

Don't eat here. Overpriced, rude staff, and bad quality food. Brought my family here hoping to enjoy my meal but was faced with a severely underwhelming experience. It's safe to say, I will not be coming back. read more

Unbelievably overpriced, staff were very rude, service was under par for the price, and the food was mediocre, I will never recommend this restaurant, and will never be eating here again. read more

We almost didn't eat here because of the bad reviews. Glad we took a chance. Dumplings were very tasty, BBQ pork fried rice was flavorful and satisfying. Gotta get the Lychee Iced Tea! Sweet but yummy. Service was friendly and food came out quickly. This place is much better than the amount of stars it has been given. Would recommend for sure. read more

Came as a party of 10 on new years afternoon. We decided to try SDS since they had availability for our large party, though they were already mostly packed. I was hesitant on the authenticity of the food since I grew up dining in traditional dim sum restaurants. SDS was very good. All our dishes were flavorful and did not lack the authenticity. Some portions are just a bit less than traditional dim sum restaurants, but make up on the quality. We ordered shu mai*, ha kow*, Chinese broccoli*, green beans*, wonton soup*, spicy wonton*, egg yolk bun*, bbq buns, pancakes, pork fried rice, Thai tea*. Our favorites are in *. We'll try the salt + pepper tofu next time. Service was fast and friendly. Restaurant is clean. Thank you SMS for a delicious and great experience, adults and teenage girls approved! We'll definitely be back... read more

Meh. Try an authentic place instead. The food here isn't great. It doesn't have great flavor.

Went during the festival, said they were opening at 6:30 but you could only order 2 items off the menu unless you wanted to wait 15 more minutes. And then once I got the food it looked worse than a 5 year expired microwave meal and tasted it too. I'm a hungry college student and I could not stomach this after a long day. Almost ruined a great festival, left very disappointed. Was also absurdly expensive. And no seating. read more

Food was okay, but it wasn't the best, especially for the prices. The service was good, one of my friends has an allergy to the oil they use and they provided good accomadations for them. The artsyle and ambience are post modern, which isn't bad, but not the style I want from a dim sum place in the middle of SF Chinatown. read more