The parlor has a really nice vibe, moody lighting and a whole second floor underneath with more tables and bar area, service was also great, very attentive and nice! The drinks were a little underwhelming, the cocktails were okay, but the Chinese liquors were really nice to sip on while eating and had interesting flavors! The food was also quite solid- would recommend the Singapore style noodles which had good flavor and a fairly large portion size as well. Taro dumplings were also a standout, but everything else was fairly good. Overall I don't think it's a must try, but if you want a solid spot for dimsum and Chinese food with a really nice vibe, would recommend! read more

Nothing bad, but nothing great either. We had a reservation for Saturday evening and arrived a little early, but they were still able to seat us right away. We opted to sit outside because the dining room was incredibly loud. Service was good, and our waitress was attentive, especially considering how busy they were. We ordered an appetizer special and a lobster noodle entrée to share between two people. Unfortunately, the food was probably the most disappointing part of the experience. Nothing was necessarily bad, but everything seemed to be lacking flavor. The ginger sauce on the entrée had actual chunks of ginger in it, but somehow didn't taste like the ginger had really infused into the sauce. It just felt flat. The lobster was fried in the shell, which made it difficult to share, and it was also overcooked. Our appetizer actually came out after the entrée and had a similar issue. The chili sauce was fine, but it didn't have much of the heat or depth of flavor we were expecting. Prices seemed pretty average for this type of restaurant in the area, and the service was certainly solid. Ultimately, though, the food just wasn't memorable enough for us to recommend it or make us want to return. read more

Had a quick cocktail and takeout this week and it was even better than I remember. The dim sum was so juicy and flavorful, plus travelled well until I got home! I loved the Singapore noodles as well! The vibes in the bar area are so cool, I had a mezcal cocktail that was Smokey and fruity. read more

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The Parlor is one of my favorite spots in Pittsburgh because it's reliably delicious, the vibe is upscale but still accessible, and the staff is just lovely! We had dinner here and decided to family style a bunch of different dishes which is always the right move! Everything we had was excellent. My personal favorites were the lo mai gai, the flank steak wok fried noodles, and the wok fried black pepper beef ribs. Of course we had to end the meal with some sweet treats and they were sweet but not too sweet! I'm already looking forward to my next visit. read more

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I think it's safe to say that The Parlor Dim Sum was my most anticipated spot on my 2025 must-try list. I made a reservation for a Saturday evening; my fiancé and I had a nice date night. When we arrived they told us that we only had the table for an hour and 15 min, which worried me a little, BUT the food came out really fast. Everything was amazing - from the food & drinks, to the service & ambiance. What we ordered: Drinks: Elixir of Life aka lychee martini (mine) & Butler Street Dynasty Highball (his) - both were refreshing and delicious! I love a lychee martini Dan Dan dumplings (that week's special) - absolutely incredible. Anything with chili oil has my heart. Cha Siu roasted pork bao - tender pork & fluffy bao = perfection Steak Ho Fun - my fiancé's dish, but of course I tried and we both loved! Wide noodles are my favorite. Pan fried crispy egg noodles w/ shrimp, scallop & squid - my dish! Honestly this dish takes patience. I wasn't sure how to eat it at first, but realized you have to slowly mix the noodles into the hot broth at the bottom and then they'll cook. The seafood was so fresh and the broth was lil spicy and it was just so yummy! They tell you this when you order, but the entrée portions are HUGE. I love when an entrée is so big that I can have leftovers the next day (and they still held up great as leftovers). This meal was just so amazing, it is definitely going in our rotation. read more

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I've been wanting to try this place every time I drive down butler street. I got takeout, but the ambiance of the restaurant was beautiful. It's very small and intimate. My favorite thing was the Lava bao. So silky like custard and umami. The chicken dumplings with the dim sum sauce were my favorite bite. I also really enjoyed the ginger scallion sauce. The taro dumplings were well balanced with textures and flavors, but I wanted to like them more!! I would definitely like to go back and eat in to try other menu items. read more

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The Parlor continues to be one of my favorite spots in Pittsburgh for late night food. The $5 plates truly can't be beat. We took friends for their first time last night, and they are still talking about the food and drinks today. We were seated right away, and although our drinks took longer than usual to make, they were well worth the wait. The Uncle Roger is one of my favorites. We also tried the new Diagram cocktail on the bar menu, and it was phenomenal. Very fruit forward and sweet, but not over-the-top. Our friend also tried the whiskey espresso martini and enjoyed it. We ordered off the late night menu, and I believe we ordered one of everything except for the shrimp dumplings (even though they're great). As always, we left very full and very happy. The DJ who we've come to know and love was also there, doing house mixes of our favorite early 2000s songs. Paired with the low lighting and good cocktail menu, this would make for a great date spot or regular post-bar snack spot. Whatever your reason for visiting is, I highly recommend stopping into The Parlor. read more

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Staff was friendly, vibes were immaculate but the food? Some of the best food I've had in the Pittsburgh area. Those mom's marinated cucumbers are actually to die for and I did drink the juice. I might be from Jersey, but any time I find myself back in Pitt, you best believe I will be back for those cucumbers. read more

What a fun dining experience! Some of the most delicious and unique dim sum dishes. Fun vibe inside. I think we ordered every dim sum option on the menu, and would do it again. Don't forget to get the few extra sauces because they really make the meal! read more

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Listen to me, I am a maniac for not reviewing them sooner. It's like a lot of things in life that you take for granted. Also, let's be honest, I was usually too busy stuffing my face to think about a review or photos. I have a friend who used to work here and I would use visiting him as an excuse to eat. HA. True story. The Singapore Style Noodles is hands down my favorite dish. The roasted pork is cooked to perfection allowing every bite to just melt in your mouth. The Pork & Century Egg Soup is TO DIE FOR! I could eat it daily and never be sick of it. Pork Rice Crepes...show me something better. You can't. The delish factor blows the roof off the building. Egg Tarts for dessert? Yes, please. I'll have 20. read more

Yummy food that's kind of like a modernized/fusion ish dim sum. It's a cool and hip vibe in there. I think it's more expensive than other dim sum places but worth it for the food and the vibe. I love how they have lazy susan tables there. Drinks are great too! read more

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Great spot to order a bunch of different things and share at the table. Enjoyed everything we got read more

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Warm up With the dim sum cart and soups at @theparlordimsumpgh. On these chilly winter days, some dumplings, buns or wonton noodle soup is all I need. It's a cool spot with a warm vibe that overlooks Lawrenceville. We had great service. Can't wait to visit I again! read more

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We were a party of 8, and I made reservations 2 days in advance for my fiancé's birthday. Understandably so they didn't have a lot of availability but were able to accommodate us. Our server Katie was amazing and super sweet. We all enjoyed the food. The only feedback I have is that I've never had to pay extra for dipping sauce for dumplings at other restaurants so that surprised me. read more

what a vibe this place is ! if you're craving dim sum with a nicer ambiance, this place is definitely the one. they had a weekly special, and the crab fried rice was one of them and it was def our favorite of the night. we got some dim sum dishes that were under the appetizer category to pair off with our entree. the ha gow, siu mai, turnip cake, and pork riblets were a great addition. i personally love ha gow and only wished that they came bigger than they were, but the flavor was still delicious! the turnip cake def had a good amount of crunch on the outside which made the dish taste richer. we were served and treated well on a Thursday night, which was not so busy! read more

The parlor is a great spot for authentically based Cantonese food featuring chef Roger Li's creative spin making it much more appealing to the American pallet(not as bland as traditional Cantonese). What Li accomplishes here is an incredibly difficult feat bringing an ancient and nuanced (and exceedingly complex) cuisine to Pittsburgh diners. This is a highly underrated restaurant because few appreciate the difficult to pull this off. The restaurants main dining room is a bit loud. I'd recommend their new outdoor patio or the back room that features a nice bar. The dishes are definitely to share, so order a lot! It might take 1-2 dishes before you find something you truly love. read more

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From the table to the food, to the layout, a great experience. The know you are coming here to order food and share with your friends. There is a lazy Susan in the middle of the table to make passing easy. All of the food was excellent. I didn't have a bad bite. Service was great. You can see into the kitchen up the stairs. There is additional seating down the ramp I tot he bar area. The layout kept you from being over crowded. What a treat. read more

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As per usual, Parlor does not disappoint! Went this week for Lunar New Year (Year of the Snake!) and had a wonderful experience. We started with a bunch of dim sum and then all ordered a meal and shared family style. Dim Sum Favorites: Siu Mai, Cheung Fun (pork or shrimp), Roast Duck Eggroll, and Pork & Chive Potstickers. Tried the Turnip Cake for the first time and it was shockingly good! The Lunar New Year special Shrimp & Scallop Spinach Crystal Dumplings were on point! Entree Favorites: The Duck Fried Rice, Lobster Noodles, Steak Ho Fun, and the Black Pepper Beef Ribs are always favorites and you can't go wrong with the Trio Cantonese BBQ Plate. Dessert Favorites: Egg Tarts and Sesame Balls. The lunar new year Milk Tea Egg Tart with Strawberry Boba was insanely good! Pro tip: Get multiple orders of the marinated cucumbers - you're welcome! Also, I suggest one of all of the sauces to accompany your dim sum or entree. Finally, their cocktail game is next level. Try a cocktail with Baijiu (Chinese liquor). The unique flavor profile will surprise you and its not something you find at most bars. The staff are always friendly, attentive, and accommodating. If you have a dietary restriction/allergy, they are happy to help keep you safe and your stomach full! The ambiance is incredible - from the mahjong tile entrance to the lanterns hanging inside to the neon dragon over the bar...it won't disappoint. read more

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If you are a big sharer, then this is a good place to try! We ordered a few different plates to share and their specials and we were delighted with our choices. The food came out hot and fresh all with beautiful presentation. Our server was attentive and service was quick! The space itself is small and intimate. The dumplings were handmade, egg rolls perfectly crispy, and fried rice was cooked and seasoned perfectly. We got the sauce trio as well and they were all perfect accoutrements to the meal. We really enjoyed our experience here and look forward to coming back. read more

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Omg! I had never been here but I'm so happy to have checked it out. The portions were perfect. The only thing I wish was different is I like a sweet sauce for my spring rolls like a plum or duck sauce and they had dim sum or a chili sauce. Otherwise, this is a perfect stop for solo, friend or date night eats! We just grabbed seats at the bar and got our foodie on. read more

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I've passed by this place so many times and it always looks busy, and I finally understand why it's so popular! To start, I had emailed to make a reservation since I had a party of 7, and they were very helpful in getting that reservation set up. Upon arriving to the restaurant we were quickly greeted by our waiter and he was helpful and even recommended some dishes! The food and drinks came out pretty fast despite how busy the restaurant was on a Saturday evening. The lychee martini wasn't made really well and wasn't overly sweet at all. The jade dumplings were good too and I recommend getting the dim sum sauce with the dumplings. Most of the entrees are family style so keep that in mind when ordering here. I got the superior soy noodles and they weren't bad, but it could've used more flavor. I used some dim sum sauce to improve the flavor. Overall not a bad experience at this restaurant, and there were a decent number of vegetarian selections. The restaurant itself was pretty cool looking on the inside as well. read more

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I've walked past this restaurant multiple times without "seeing it" so I appreciate my fellow yelpers for bringing The Parlor to my attention! We walked in on a Thursday night without reservations. This place is a lot bigger than it seems there's two big rooms inside and they have some outdoor seating as well. Our server was very attentive and helpful in making recommendations. We got the Ha Gow Shrimp dumplings, the chicken and shiitake dumplings, fried tofu, marinated cucumbers, Cha Siu roasted pork (came with rice and Chinese broccoli), and the house made ho fun noodles. This was more than enough food for two hungry people and we took most of the cha siu home with us. We paid an extra $3 for a gender horseradish sauce, dim sum sauce and crispy chili oil. If I could do it again, I wouldn't have gotten the crispy chili oil sauce because the fried tofu comes with some. Otherwise, this place had a great vibe and was good. read more

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Visiting Pittsburgh from NY and heard The Parlor was a solid spot and it did not disappoint. Fair warning, and maybe you know this if you are from the area, parking is not for the faint of heart. It took us like 10 minutes to find a spot 4 blocks away. The decor is super loungey and cute which was perfect for a date night actually. The menu was incredible and we had a hard time choosing so our server, Lucas, was instrumental in narrowing down our choices and we wound up with a selection of dim sum as well as duck fried rice, ho fun, and all three of the sauces. We loved everything but my favorite was the duck fried rice with some chili crisp mixed in. My husband loved the bao and the ginger scallion sauce. The only thing we were mildly disappointed in was the texture of the noodles in the ho fun (almost felt overdone and mushy) but the vegetables were perfect with a slight crunch to them and the steak was tender and flavorful. We left with plenty of leftovers and can confirm the food tastes just as good the next day! read more

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I can't find any reason to not give this 5 stars! The service was incredible and thorough, the food was flavorful and unique, and the overall atmosphere is perfect for a girls night out or a date night (i loved the music playing!). I'm a big fan of dim sum, so this was great to try so many different things. I also know they regularly change their specials, which is really cool. We got the chrysanthemum juicy chicken dumplings special, which was definitely our favorite order of the night. a CLOSE second were the bao buns. Also all of our cocktails were really great. The prices for everything were fair too! read more

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Second time here (forgot to review first time) but we came back for a reason! Amazing food - lots of excellent dim sum options. Today we went for the Ho Fun noodles and they were sooooo goood. My partner liked to mix in the chili oil so if you like a little kick don't forget that! Service at the bar was great - very attentive and helpful in answering questions about the menu. The ambiance at the bar is awesome. Pro tip for the newbies (esp. if you don't have reservations) come and sit at the bar you can order off the full food menu there. read more

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This was my first time sitting in the restaurant, and it was during the lunch special. I came in for the congee and came out satisfied with my meal. The dim sum cart service was different than I expected growing up near LA's Chinatown. Here, there was only one cart, and, at least during my dining experience, it was not moving around. It did make sense because the restaurant is small and intimate. The food we got was overall really good, and the ambience did reflect a more upscale dining experience. My main critique is that sauces were $1. Granted the sauces were good, but nothing can warrant having a bar cart service and not having soy sauce included in your meal/experience. I feel like this is unheard of in East Asian restaurants. read more

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We stumbled into The Parlor on a Saturday night without a reservation and were immediately seated. The ambiance was nice for a late night; the lighting was dim, they had a comprehensive drink menu, and around 11 pm, there was a DJ that came in and played some house music. It was my friends' first time trying dim sum and our server was incredibly welcoming and willing to explain the different items on the menu. We ordered har gow, 2 orders of cheung fun - one with Chinese broccoli and the other with shrimp, and "The Trio," a huge platter of three different kinds of barbecued meat (duck, chicken, and pork) that came with rice and vegetables. My favorite item was the cheung fun with Chinese broccoli. The rice crepes were perfectly soft and the bitterness of the broccoli worked perfectly with the sauce. This was an impromptu visit, but it did not disappoint and I would definitely recommend it to anyone else looking for dim sum in Pittsburgh! read more

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Not a true dim sum restaurant. Sigh. The basement seating sucks compared to the rest of the restaurant. The Bbq trio contained tough, dry meats. Dumplings were okay. $1 each for chili oil and a soy sauce mix. Sigh. Good service. read more

My friend and I went to The Parlor for one of their special Monday Happy Hours. We were able to get a spot at the bar right away. They had a condensed menu for their happy hour but we were able to order everything we wanted. We ordered their spring rolls, ho fun noodles with flank steak, pork bao and sui mai open faced pork and shrimp dumplings. Each of these were so delicious and we loved the dim sum sauce and chili oil as well. We enjoyed their happy hour cocktails Good Jujube and The Perfect Matcha. For happy hour they had a dj playing some great music and it wasn't too loud either. Definitely excited to go back! read more

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Came here for my birthday with some friends. My hubby worked with Mia to arrange some space at the bar area. She was wonderful and the experience was perfect. It was a nice night so they were able to open the window-the area was perfect for mixing and mingling. All of my friends were floored with how delicious the food was. You can taste the freshness as soon as you take a bite. read more

We went to this Dim Sum restaurant for Chinese NY, hoping for a special celebration, but it turned out to be the worst dining experience I've had. The place presents itself as high-end, with prices to match, so we expected top-quality food and service. Instead, we got uncooked Dim Sum, watery cocktails, and terrible service. We waited forever for both our drinks and food, and the duck we ordered looked so unappetizing that we ended up canceling it. Every dish we got was shockingly bad. On top of that, the seating was uncomfortable. We had a table booked but decided to sit at the bar instead. I was shocked that there wasn't even a footrest--nothing on the chairs or the bar--so we sat there with our feet awkwardly dangling the whole time. read more

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I can't believe it took me so long to try this spot, it caught my eye for years when I was driving through Bloomfield multiple times per week. We were seated promptly for our reservation, and our server was genuinely so helpful throughout our ordering process and really helped to guide us through the menu. Based on what we were looking for, she was able to recommend menu items for us. We also consulted the table next to us for advice because they looked like they were regulars, and we took some of their recommendations as well! I ordered a lychee martini and WOW. Wow. WOW. It was amazing. I ordered two of them. It was better than one I tasted in New York City. I'm obsessed and will return here for that drink alone. As far as food goes, we sampled a little off the dim sum part of the menu, and ordered pork riblets, lo mai gai, and the roasted duck egg roll. I loved the egg roll! The lo mai gai was out of my comfort zone but I loved the sausage and sticky rice combo! My least favorite was the pork riblets, there was barely anything on the already tiny, little bones. Felt like there wasn't much to those. I ordered the weekly special which was French onion soup dumplings and these were phenomenal. Would certainly come back here to try any soup dumplings they have. For the main we ordered the Steak Ho Fun noodles. This dish was huge and definitely able to be shared especially after sharing dim sum! Super comforting noodle dish loaded with beef and veggies, you can't go wrong. read more

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The Parlor is a cool spot and I'm glad we have a dim sum restaurant in Pittsburgh. However, they need some work on the experience of it all. I made a Friday night reservation just 1 day in advance and there were plenty of reservations still available. In that 1 day I was sent repeated notifications about their dining time limits (3-5 in 24 hours!). I received multiple text messages letting me know that there is a 75 minute limit for 2 diners. As soon as we checked in with the hostess she let us know the same. There was such a focus on the 75 minute time limit that everything was rushed and honestly it ruins the experience. The restaurant was not full and there were no people waiting at any point during our meal so this all seems unnecessary. They should either drop the time limit and let people enjoy their meals or switch to a counter-service/fast food model that focuses more on quantity than quality since that does seem to be the focus here. Also, they charge you more if you pay with a card. At this price point it is pretty unlikely that anyone would be carrying that amount coincidentally so plan accordingly for that too. read more

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I've wanted to go here for a very long time, and my fiancé was working an overnight shift so I was alone trying to figure out dinner, solo. I decided to finally try The Parlor. They have a wonderful bar in the back of the restaurant so I was able to walk in and sit right away! I tried 3 different items including the nightly special, juicy chicken soup dumplings, the siu mai with pork and shrimp, and the crispy chili oil tofu. I liked everything!! Everything was delicious. I also tried a cocktail called "Open Sesame" which was refreshing and tasty. The service was great. I felt extremely comfortable sitting alone at the bar, especially as a woman. Nobody disturbed me and I didn't feel awkward. I had a really lovely time and have really been enjoying my solo dates because of spots like this one read more

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This place is a delicious splurge! Definitely come hungry. We usually have a party of 4 and it is so enjoyable to split everything up. So nice that dumplings are served 4 at a time instead of 3 as I've seen many places do. The authenticity/traditionality of the dishes is pretty legit from what I can tell. I've never visited Canton but I do cook a lot of foods inspired by the style. While the wine selection is limited, the cocktails are excellent, beyond what one would expect in such a busy restaurant. Even when they are busy, the layout and atmospheric architecture allows for conversation at a reasonable volume. The fact that this place is open 7 days a week is a significant bonus. Most restaurants in Pittsburgh will be closed between 1-4 nights per week. An extra bonus is that this is located within walking distance of the Row House cinema. Dinner and a classic movie? Yes please! When I go out for a social time I want to have a special experience and The Parlor delivers. read more

Wow!! I took my husband here for his birthday, and the experience was everything we could have wanted. I'd like to preface with the fact that we haven't ever eaten Cantonese BBQ before, so I cannot attest to the authenticity of this restaurant or not. Regardless if its authentic or not, this place is something to be talked about! The food was delicious. The vibe was very cool. And the service was great! The concept of dim sum is fairly new to me, and I'm usually not super adventurous with food. The Parlor has something for everyone whether your palette is more adventurous or not. Everything that we tried was tasty and full of flavor that left us wanting more. I kept telling my husband, "I think we're going to need more dim sum!" The price point is AMAZING. We had so much food, and our bill was under $100, which is unheard of in the fine dining world. All of the food came out quickly and well timed so we didn't feel rushed. I dont love the fact that they have a time limit. For 2 people, we were given 75 minutes. I didn't feel rushed the whole meal because everything came out perfectly timed, but it was in the back of my mind. Needless to say, we had enough time for dim sum, an entree, and dessert! Now, here's what we tried: DIM SUM: [Hao Gow Crystal Shrimp]: There was not a lot to this dish. Shrimp and dumplings, but it was so tasty! [Cha Siu Pork Bao Buns]: This was my favorite dish of the night. Everything was perfect from the perfectly season pork to the soft bao buns. I dont know where bao buns have been all my life, but I need more! [13 Ingredient Egg Roll]: This was a special of the night, and it did not disappoint. Lots of flavor & veggies [Lava Bao]: This was sweetened duck egg yolk in a bao bun. I didn't think I could eat a duck egg, but then I realized it's the same as eating a chicken egg lol. The flavor in this was SHOCKING! It tasted like you were eating a vanilla custard cake. I'm so glad we tried it because it was unexpectedly good and something totally out of my comfort zone. ENTREE: [Ho Fun Noodles]: Noodles with flank steak & scallions. Need I say more?? Flavorful and large portion. This was a less adventurous option so not as exciting for me, but it was still really good! I will be taking my friends to this place and recommending it to everyone! It's such a unique restaurant that should be enjoyed more than once! read more

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We went with a group of 5. For $15 cocktails, they taste great but are quite small. Our friend had a shrimp allergy and we notified the server at the beginning of the meal. He ordered dumplings which did not state they had shrimp in them, they arrived at our table (delivered by another staff member) and was about to eat them until I called over the hostess to ask if they may have shrimp in them. The hostess said yes, and our friend said "thanks for saving my life" read more

The absolute best food in Pittsburgh! The service is always outstanding and the food comes out so quickly. We went during Lunar New Year and had some of the specials which were so beyond special. We are blessed to have this kind of food in Pittsburgh! read more

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Great food again, service and nice ambiance whether in dining area or downstairs bar (which opens to the sidewalk). The dim sum items are well-crafted, delicious pieces. With many of them you get 4 pieces priced in the $6-7 dollar range. read more

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Food was great! We got Singapore noodles and the dumplings on special (pork and spicy tomato), wings and some drinks. The Singapore noodles were SO good and the dumplings were fabulous. The wings were a little floral for me, but they were not bad. Highly recommend trying this place. On a nice night, sit outside. We will definitely be back! read more

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