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Welcome to Dim Sum Cafe

Dim Sum Cafe in Mesa offers a casual dining experience with a focus on authentic dim sum. The diverse menu includes favorites like soup dumplings, eggplant, scallion pancakes, and BBQ pork buns. While some customers praise the fresh and flavorful dishes, others note the small menu but appreciate the attention to detail in perfecting each item. The ambiance is reminiscent of traditional Chinese restaurants, adding to the overall dining experience. Despite mixed reviews on staff friendliness, many customers highlight the excellent service and value for money. With a variety of options for vegetarians and vegans, Dim Sum Cafe caters to a wide range of palates.

Dim Sum Cafe: Reviews & Ratings

Melissa R.
Melissa R.

The food at Dim Sum Cafe in Mesa was absolutely delicious! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. One of the highlights of my visit was the exceptional service--the waiter was attentive, friendly, and made sure our experience was enjoyable from start to finish. Another huge plus is that dim sum is served all day, not just during specific times, which makes it so convenient to enjoy whenever you're craving it. Highly recommend this spot for authentic dim sum and great service.

Kuanie J.
Kuanie J.

My sister in law loves this place. Like really really loves this place, so went for a little family post Christmas weekend treat. 5 stars already bc it is in a little plaza (I love restaurants that are not pretentious, especially those located in non descript shopping plazas). Ambiance: Nothing fancy. Reminds me of the hole in the wall Chinese restaurants you see in movies, or that we would go to as kids in the 90s (just aged myself). Service: I will forewarn you- staff are not the friendliest. Food: Was pretty good. Menu is small, but that is ok because if you have too much, then you cannot always perfect your craft. We ordered: - Char siu bao (Pork BBQ buns). I'm sorry. As a Chinese woman, I could not get behind these. Maybe they were having a bad day, but the bread was very soggy, and fell apart in my hand right away. You don't want super gummy, doughy bao....but you don't want bao that cannot stick together. I will give them another shot though because my sister in law swears by them. - Xiao long bao (soup dumplings): they were good. Dumpling dough was tender. Pork was juicy, and the soup was delicately flavored. They didn't provide sliced ginger on the side though (not sure if they just don't do that in AZ?) to accompany the Xiao long bao. - Wonton noodle soup: light, delicate flavor. The wontons were also good, not too doughy, and not soggy (that is the worst!), and they were packed with flavor to balance against the lighter soup. Noodles were good too. - Eggplant - just get it. They were so tender, not super greasy, and the sauce was out of this world. - Hot oil sticks: you get these to dip in the wonton soup. These were SO GOOD. I usually don't like ordering these at restaurants because they're a) too doughy, which makes them heavy and sink in your stomach or 2) they're soaked too long in the oil, so they just again, sink in your stomach 3) they're served too cold. Here, none of that happened. These were warm a fluffy, and had a light crisp to them! - Scallion pancake - super tasty.

Shannon B.
Shannon B.

The food was fantastic especially their chow fun noodles - we will certainly be back for those! The dim sum plates were great specifically the egg rolls and soup dumplings! My 2 cons/improvement recommendations would be to add more vegetarian dim sum options for example I would have loved to see vegetable buns, tofu, vegetable dumplings, etc. otherwise the service was friendly and the food was great!

Shanise M.
Shanise M.

Discovered this hidden gem & will definitely be back! The food was so fresh, steamy, & yummy! We ordered the soup dumplings, sticky rice, beef chow fun (so good!), bbq pork buns (very soft & fluffy), bbq pork slices (could've skipped this one), taro buns (absolute must have specially if you're from Hawai'i) & sesame balls. The service was pretty good with the exception of one older waitress who was a bit short tempered with us. Otherwise, the restaurant was great!

Heaven R.
Heaven R.

Good quality food!! We had been wanting yummy dim sum and pork! Fried was delish, it's something we always order at a new Asian restaurant. The service was nice. Seemed to be family owned. Small but cozy place which did accommodate larger parties. I especially loved the shrimp/pork dim sum options. Super delish! And the tray of sauces was super cute , was glad I was able to try all 3. The pork was yummy. Next time we order it we will get sauce on the side. Super saucy is good but that day we just wanted the pork fix. We will be returning.

Kassandra L.
Kassandra L.

I LOVE this place! The customer service is always fantastic. The food is fresh and delicious. During the weekends, this place can get packed and during the weekdays it's pretty empty. If you're into Asian cuisine, I highly recommend this gem!

Sophie K.
Sophie K.

Finally got to try Dim Sum Cafe in Mesa. The place is so cozy, and there are plenty of parking spots. Oh and they have extensive selections of food haha. It could be overwhelming but probably you could easily find whatever you're craving for. My friend and I, we got to try beef chow fun, kung pao chicken, and xiao long bao. First of all, their portion is huge. Yay! And I really liked beef chow fun, noodle was soft, there were so many beef pieces, and the sauce was good. Kung pao chicken was good as well. Xiao long bao wasn't really tasted like I expected, it was ok! But I'll definitely come back here for their other dishes!

Jennifer H.
Jennifer H.

We were craving dim sum after rock climbing yesterday outdoors. This cafe was a welcome reprieve after being rained out and hailed on during the end of our climb. It was the comfort food we were searching for. They had all my basic favs like har gow (shrimp dumplings), shumai (pork and shrimp dumplings), and pork buns (which I didn't regretfully order because I already ordered so much!) The sticky rice and soup dumplings were so good! My husband was excited to order his favorite, the spicy fried shrimp with was mixed with jalapeños off the non-dim sum menu. You must order the scallion pancakes too, because they are cooked perfectly and such a treat! The staff is so nice here and the restaurant is super chill. I wish we lived closer because I know I would eat or order from here weekly if we did.

Location

  • Dim Sum Cafe
    2711 S Alma School Rd Ste 2 Mesa, AZ 85210 Hotline: (480) 268-9991

Dim Sum Cafe, located in Mesa, AZ, is a hidden gem that offers authentic dim sum with a twist. The cozy ambiance and unpretentious setting make you feel right at home, reminiscent of the Chinese restaurants from the 90s. Despite some mixed reviews on the friendliness of the staff, the exceptional service and delicious food make up for it.

One of the highlights of Dim Sum Cafe is the all-day dim sum service, allowing you to satisfy your cravings whenever they strike. The menu may be small, but each dish is carefully crafted to perfection. Some must-try dishes include the tender eggplant in a flavorful sauce, the juicy pork dim sum options, and the delightful scallion pancake.

Customer reviews rave about the fresh and steamy food, with favorites like the soup dumplings, sticky rice, and chow fun noodles stealing the show. While some customers wished for more vegetarian options, the overall quality and taste of the dishes make Dim Sum Cafe a go-to spot for dim sum enthusiasts. Don't miss out on their hot oil sticks, which are a crispy delight when dipped in the flavorful wonton soup.

If you're in the mood for delicious dim sum and exceptional service, Dim Sum Cafe is the place to be. Whether you're looking for a casual lunch spot or a cozy dinner location, Dim Sum Cafe will surely satisfy your cravings. Be sure to try their unique dishes and experience the flavors of authentic dim sum in Mesa.