Reviews Dim Sum Cafe

I recently visited a quaint cafe in Mesa, Arizona that, despite being named after dim sum, offers a rather unconventional approach to this beloved culinary tradition. It's important to note that if you're seeking an authentic dim sum experience, this might not be the ideal place for you. Firstly, the cafe's limited space and small size may not accommodate larger groups comfortably. However, the cozy atmosphere does have its own charm and can create an intimate dining experience. One aspect that stood out was the departure from the traditional dim sum service style. Instead of the customary cart service, where servers push carts laden with a variety of dim sum dishes, customers are required to order directly from the menu. This deviation might disappoint those seeking the interactive and dynamic nature of selecting dim sum dishes at their own pace. When it comes to the dim sum itself, I found the flavors to be somewhat ordinary. While the selection was decent, it didn't quite capture the authenticity and complexity that one would expect from traditional dim sum establishments. On a positive note, I did try the Beef Brisket & Tendon Noodle Soup, which showcased tender pieces of beef brisket and tendon cooked in a special chee hou sauce. The dish was served on flat rice noodles in a flavorful soup base, and it provided a satisfying and hearty option for those seeking a different taste experience. In summary, if you're looking for an authentic dim sum experience with bustling cart service and exceptional flavors, this might not be the ideal spot. However, if you're open to a unique twist on dim sum and appreciate a cozy ambiance, you might still find something enjoyable at this cafe.

Little strip mall place. The food is good. Everything is bigger than you think it is going to be. We had almost everything on Dim Sum menu. Between the 4 of us we still had enough for 3 boxes of leftovers so be smarter than us and order as you go. The staff was great. Kept our drinks full and the food coming.

Amazing food. It all comes out fresh and hot. Delicious flavor. All my favorites.

The wife and I love this place! The dim sum here is very delicious and made to order. I will say that the menu is limited, a little pricey, but definitely worth it. It’s not like a traditional place where carts are moving around the restaurant and you’re constantly being asked what you’d like, but the staff is very friendly and attentive! You don’t have to wait long to get an order in and get hot and fresh dim sum at your table! The food is very delicious and I’d recommend coming with a few friends so you can try them all! Worth a try!

We were in the area and searched “dim sum near me”. So glad Google suggested this place. It is now our top choice for dim sum. They don’t have a lot of choices like you would see at a restaurant with the dim sum carts. But they had enough to satisfy our cravings. Very fresh and tasty. Much better than the places with carts. I have been to the ones with carts even at opening. Dim Sum Cafe is fresh. You will taste the difference. It would be great if they offered more dim sum instead of the many Chinese dishes they have. I also wish that the hot tea would be complimentary vs $1.50 per person. We ordered mapo tofu without pork and garlic Chinese broccoli off the menu. Broccoli was excellent. Soup dumplings, sticky rice, and crystal shrimp were great. The custard bun breading is not what we prefer. BBQ pork bao tastes the same as other places. Steamed dumplings were decent, nothing spectacular. Service was fantastic. I appreciate that they gave little bowls with three dividers for chili oil, chili flakes, and a sweet and sour type sauce. Soy sauce bottle at the table. Place was always full but no line on a Sunday lunch time.

So I have been watching a lot of strictly dumplings with Mike Chen and it got me in the mood for dumplings. This place was great, perfect service, and its earns the spot of best dim sum in Phoenix. The shrimp dumpling was huge and perfectly cooked. The soup dumplings were very meaty but lack, only a little, on the soup. And the hand made cream cheese wonton was over flowing with cream cheese. I can't recommend this place enough.

The owner of this restaurant is very humble. We have gone to Dim Sum Cafe twice now. The first time we went, we told her how much we enjoy dim sum style Chinese food and she told us humbly that the best Dim Sum in Arizona was a different restaurant and recommended that place for us to try. We have to say otherwise after visiting the other place (un-named, but good). Dim Sum Cafe is my favorite restaurant in the world! Not just for Dim Sum, but hands down. I wish I lived in Phoenix so I could support them more often, but it definitely is a great date place to go with my wife when we get down to Mesa. Their food is outstanding, their customer service is great, and we will be taking a group of our friends there this Thursday. Highly recommend this place!

Great place! Food is always fresh and service is always fast.