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If there’s one thing those in the know never say no to, it’s a dim sum feast. Fluffy char siu bao, silky chee cheong fun, golden-crisp spring rolls, these bite-sized beauties from sweet to savoury are the ultimate excuse to gather the crew and eat your way into a food coma. Here at Urban List Singapore, we're going to give you the ultimate insight into the dim sum scene, stacked with top-tier spots slinging everything from old-school staples to luxe, modern takes.
Chopsticks at the ready, here’s where to go when the dim sum cravings hit and when you're googling "dimsum near me."
Man Fu Yuan
Level 2, Intercontinental Singapore, 80 Middle Road
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If dim sum with a touch of luxury is your vibe, InterContinental Singapore’s Man Fu Yuan delivers. The elegant dining room sets the stage for exquisitely plated Cantonese delights, featuring 40 meticulously crafted delights.
From delicate Truffle Crystal Dumplings to the indulgent Braised 8-head Abalone with superior pumpkin sauce, every bite is a masterclass in flavour. Crunch into the Crispy Filo Pastry Prawn with wasabi aioli and tobiko, or dive into a Hong Kong-style barbecued meat platter that’s charred to juicy perfection. Pair it all with a premium tea selection, and you’ve got yourself a dim sum feast fit for royalty.
Summer Palace
Level 3, Conrad Singapore Orchard, 1 Cuscaden Road
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One of Singapore’s most iconic Cantonese fine dining restaurants has emerged from its glow-up, and she’s serving imperial chic. After four decades at the top, Summer Palace at Conrad Singapore Orchard is back with a brand-new look, a sharpened culinary vision, and a serious flex in the tea-and-cocktails department. Think: traditional Cantonese craftsmanship with modern flair, all wrapped in dreamy De Gournay wallpaper and served with a tableside tea martini.
On the food front, Executive Chef Liu Ching Hai keeps it real (and ridiculously good) with time-honoured dishes like roasted Peking duck, handcrafted dim sum by Chef Leong Kwok Sing, and double-boiled soups simmered for 12 hours. Each dish is rooted in the Cantonese holy trinity–colour, aroma, taste–and elevated with premium seasonal ingredients, open-flame roasts, and wok hei that slaps.
But let’s talk about that tea programme. A dedicated tea sommelier delivers immersive tableside tea ceremonies, guiding guests through rare brews like White Peony, Dancong Oolong, and Tie Guan Yin. There’s also a tea-infused cocktail menu that’s frankly too sexy to ignore: we’re talking a Summer Palace Martini (yes, it’s served on a trolley), a Tie Guan Yin Old Fashioned, and a Dragon Milk Punch inspired by Cantonese milk tea. Bonus: the wine list, curated by Park90, features standout Chinese wines from boutique producers.
It’s the same Michelin-starred standard, now with a sleeker, more sensory experience that’s equal parts heritage and hedonism.
Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant
Level 2, Carlton Hotel Singapore, 76 Bras Basah Rd
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A mainstay in Singapore’s dining scene since 1988, Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant in Carlton Hotel Singapore is where tradition meets timeless elegance. With its grand entrance, cascading chandelier, and sleek Oriental-inspired interiors, this award-winning spot has been racking up accolades for decades, and for good reason. The dim sum here is the stuff of legends (hello, Baked Barbecue Pork Buns), while signatures like the Deep-fried Century Egg wrapped in Minced Shrimp and Lobster Mee Sua keep the city’s foodies coming back for more.
Cherry Garden
Level 5, Mandarin Oriental, 5 Raffles Ave
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Cherry Garden at Mandarin Oriental serves up Cantonese classics with a side of serious style. Tucked behind an antique doorway, this swoon-worthy space feels like an opulent Oriental home, decked out in white timber walls and a bold blossom-pink carpet.
The menu is just as stunning, with beautifully plated dim sum, flavour-packed roasts, and refined signatures that keep foodies coming back. Whether you’re here for a long, lazy weekend brunch or a next-level dinner, expect traditional flavours with a modern twist and a dining room so pretty, you’ll want to move in.
Yan Ting
Level 1U, The St. Regis Singapore, 29 Tanglin Rd
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For a next-level Cantonese feast that’s all about old-school techniques with a luxe twist, Yan Ting at The St. Regis Singapore delivers in spades. This swish 128-seater spot is where the city’s tastemakers and business elite come for top-tier dim sum, impeccably roasted meats, and time-honoured flavours done to perfection.
Expect elegant vibes, pitch-perfect service, and a menu that lets premium ingredients do all the talking: think foie gras xiao long bao and abalone siew mai.
Plus, The St. Regis Singapore just got a serious glow-up with lush new rooms, a pastel-drenched Tea Room, and a ballroom that literally shines. Bougie just got botanical.
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Asia Grand
#03-22B, Fairmont Singapore
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Asia Grand is a popular choice among locals for its authentic Cantonese dim sum and roast specialties. With its spacious interior and attentive service, it's ideal for both intimate meals and larger gatherings.
Imperial Treasure: Treasures Yi Dian Xin
Various locations
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A heavyweight in Singapore's Chinese dining scene, what started as a single restaurant has grown into a full-fledged empire, with fine dining spots, hotpot restaurants, casual eateries, and more. Treasures Yi Dian Xin is the dim sum-focused arm of Imperial Treasure, and consistently delivers classic Chinese flavours with quality ingredients, expertly crafted dishes, and great value all in one. Multiple outlets across Singapore mean you’re never too far from a dim sum fix.
Expect standout bites like the Steamed Salted-Egg Yolk Black Custard Bun, fluffy, creamy, and just the right amount of sweet. The Treasures Signature Noodles are a must-try, loaded with silky wontons, braised pig’s trotter, and springy Hong Kong-style noodles. And if you’re here for the ‘gram, don’t miss the Deep-Fried Porcupine Bun: crispy, golden, and almost too cute to eat. Almost.
Peach Garden
Various locations
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A go-to for fuss-free yet refined Cantonese cuisine, Peach Garden offers a solid selection of dim sum that hits the spot every time. With multiple outlets across Singapore, you can count on them for consistently good har gow, xiao long bao, and crispy prawn rolls.
Ya Ge
Level 3, Orchid Hotel, 1 Tras Link
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If your weekend plans involve dim sum, then Ya Ge’s new Weekend Dim Sum Brunch is about to shoot to the top of your must-try list. Ya Ge is a modern Chinese spot that takes inspiration from Hong Kong and Cantonese traditions but adds a creative spin, serving up handcrafted bites that are colourful and delicious.
Think Abalone Siew Mai, Deep-Fried Red Garoupa Fillet and Mango Roll, and a next-level French Toast stuffed with prawn and Kam Heong sauce. And because no two weekends should ever be the same, their live station brings fresh surprises every week—maybe it’s Xiao Long Bao with Crab Roe one day, or crispy, juicy Roast Pork Cubes the next. With a sleek setting, impeccable service, and a lineup of indulgent dishes, Ya Ge’s brunch is a feast worth blocking out your Sunday for.
Red Star Restaurant
Block 54 Chin Swee Road, #07-23
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Old-school dim sum doesn’t get more iconic than Red Star. This Chinatown stalwart has been dishing out Cantonese classics since the 1970s, complete with roving dim sum trolleys and red-carpeted banquet vibes. Founded by one of Singapore’s “Four Heavenly Kings” of Cantonese cooking, the restaurant is a time capsule of everything we love about Sunday family feasts: think piping hot har gao, pork siew mai, and the kind of flaky egg tarts that disappear in seconds. It’s slightly chaotic, always loud, and wonderfully nostalgic. In a city that’s constantly chasing the new, Red Star is a rare legend that’s still very much alive and kicking.
Swee Choon
Various locations
A true OG in Singapore’s dim sum scene, Swee Choon has been serving up affordable, no-nonsense Cantonese and Shanghainese bites for decades. This Jalan Besar institution has been keeping night owls happy since 1962 with its extensive dim sum menu.
Crowd favourites like the Mee Suah Kueh, Char Siew Bao, and signature Liu Sha Bao keep regulars coming back, while the lively, old-school vibes make every visit feel like a proper throwback.
Pro tip: head there on a weekday to skip the queues, or check out the branches in selected heartlands locations.
Victor's Kitchen
#01-49, Sunshine Plaza
Tucked away in Sunshine Plaza, Victor’s Kitchen is where dim sum lovers go for fuss-free, honest-to-goodness bites that hit the spot every time.
This local gem is famed for its silky-smooth Hong Kong-style chee cheong fun, legendary golden lava buns oozing with rich salted egg yolk, and prawn dumplings that are plump, juicy, and wrapped just right.
The vibe? Casual, a little chaotic, but always buzzing with diners who know exactly what’s up. Whether you're popping in for a quick fix or a full-on feast, Victor’s Kitchen delivers solid dim sum without the fancy price tag.
126 Dim Sum Wen Dao Shi
126 Sims Ave
A cult favourite, 126 Dim Sum Wen Dao Shi, also affectionately known as Wen Dao Shi (want to eat), has been serving up wallet-friendly dim sum for years.
A true-blue late-night institution, Wan Dou Sek (126) is where you go when the dim sum cravings hit at ungodly hours. This old-school eatery doles out steaming baskets of comfort, from juicy har gow to crispy prawn rolls, all without the frills of fancy restaurants.
The vibe is gloriously old school, think fluorescent lights, round tables packed with night owls, and a menu stacked with wallet-friendly classics. Whether you're winding down from a night out or just in the mood for some solid dim sum, 126 keeps the good stuff coming till the wee hours. Don't forget to order my personal favourite: the prawn chee cheong fun.
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