Best Dim Sum Hong Kong

Dim sum bookings at established Hong Kong restaurants have risen sharply in the first week of July 2026.

The uptick follows weeks of regional news on storms and travel disruptions that keep more residents dining close to home. Families mark birthdays and catch-ups at tables stacked with bamboo steamers rather than venturing farther afield.

Central and Sheung Wan options

Maxim's Palace on the second floor of the old Central Star Ferry pier continues to serve its signature har gow and char siu bao from 11am daily. Staff wheel trolleys through the room on weekdays when seats turn over faster. A short walk north brings diners to Lin Heung Tea House on Wellington Street, where the same wooden stools and handwritten order slips have operated since 1926. Both venues sit within the same MTR zone, making a two-stop morning feasible without extra fares.

Citywide data released by the Hong Kong Tourism Board last month showed average weekend dim sum spend per person at HK$148 in 2025, up from HK$132 the prior year. Most baskets now list between HK$28 and HK$48, with seafood items reaching HK$68 at peak hours.

Practical steps for the coming weekend

Call ahead for tables after 10am on Saturdays, especially at spots near MTR exits. Arrive before noon to avoid the longest queues at either Central location. Cash remains preferred at Lin Heung while Maxim's accepts Octopus cards at the register. Those planning a second round can move to nearby bakeries for egg tarts once the steamers empty.