Dim Sum Toronto

The Best Dim Sum in Toronto

The best dim sum in Toronto can arrive on a cart, delivered by hand, even in takeout boxes, and still impress, thanks to the fact that it's damn delicious. Made up of an array of tasty morsels, dim sum ranges from savoury to sweet, crisp to silken, with never a dull moment between mouth-watering bites.

Here's where to find the best dim sum in Toronto.


Dim Sum King
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Dim Sum King

With dim sum right in its name, it's no surprise that this casual Chinatown destination excels at snack-sized sustenance. Daily dim sum includes fried, steamed, sweet and savoury options, with more competition for every little basket on busy weekends.

Perfect Chinese Restaurant
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Perfect Chinese Restaurant

Sate cravings whenever they strike at this 24-hour Scarborough spot. Though the immense menu matches the sprawling size of the venue, you'll want to pay close attention to the dim sum carts trundling past. That's where you'll find shiu mai, BBQ pork buns, fried phoenix buns, and much, much more.


Casa Imperial
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Casa Imperial

Housed in a historic mansion, this Scarborough restaurant serves Hong Kong-style dim sum in a decidedly sophisticated setting. Elegantly plated dishes – from chicken feet in chu-hou sauce to swallow's nest with shredded abalone and chicken congee – make an occasion out of every meal.

Rosewood Chinese Cuisine
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Rosewood Chinese Cuisine

Among Chinatown's slew of popular restaurants, this one continually ranks among the best. All-day dim sum (available from 9 a.m. until close, at 3 a.m.), includes budget and high-end à la carte plates, with AYCE pricing giving you free range to explore at will.


Sky Dragon
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Sky Dragon

Countless carts clutter up the aisles at this traditional spot in Chinatown. On each, find a wealth of seductive dishes – from diaphanous dumplings and savoury spare ribs to requisite egg tarts and mango pudding.


Rol San
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Rol San

With speed, abundance and flavour factoring into the team's every move, hunger stands little chance at this veteran Chinatown restaurant. Despite the no-reservations policy, nobody ever waits long to tuck into the wide selection of dim sum staples on offer.

Dynasty Chinese Cuisine
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Dynasty Chinese Cuisine

Specializing in seafood, this Yorkville gem tempts diners with dim sum crafted from scallops, shrimp, octopus, and more. Not a fan? Not to worry. There's plenty to discover on the extensive menu, including finds like baked BBQ pork puffs, deep fried assorted meat dumplings and baked tapioca with lotus purée.


Pearl Yorkville
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Pearl Yorkville

At the Yonge & Bloor location of this local chain, the tea is toasty, the service is speedy, the dumplings are plump and there's enough variety to appease every diner. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, a parade of dim sum dishes make their way from the kitchen to every table. Don't sleep on chef’s special chicken wings stuffed with glutinous rice.

Moon Palace
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Moon Palace

Traditional Cantonese recipes are the foundation for a multitude of tasty morsels at this elegant Yonge & Dundas restaurant. Ordering is no easy feat, with dishes like vibrant lobster dumplings, black truffle pork and shrimp dumplings and salty egg and lotus paste buns vying for diners' attention.

Lead photo by

Kris Pangilinan at Rol San. Additional photos by Joey Chan of Dim Sum King, Moon Palace, Chinatown BIA of Sky Dragon, @iz_anywhere_but_here of Perfect Chinese Restaurant


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