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5 Must-Try Mong Kok Dim Sum Spots - All Walkable from Dorsett Mongkok Hotel

Craving an authentic dim sum adventure in Hong Kong? Mongkok’s vibrant dining scene offers some of the city’s best – from Michelin-starred treasures to nostalgic tea houses. As your perfect home base, Dorsett Mongkok places you steps away from these Mong Kok dim sum restaurants. Enjoy our prime Kowloon location and complimentary daily shuttle bus to Langham Place, Mongkok, putting all five of these must-try dim sum spots within a short walk!


1. Dim Dim Sum 

A must-try for Instagrammable dim sum! Dim Dim Sum charms with creative presentations and quality ingredients. Their signature "Really Pineapple Bun"  reinvents the classic - bite-sized buns with creamy custard and crunchy pineapple bits inside a golden pastry shell. Don't miss the adorable Piggy Custard Buns - steaming fluffy buns oozing golden custard when torn open, perfect for both your camera and taste buds!

Mong Kok Branch (Approx. 14-minute walk from hotel, or 5-minute walk from hotel shuttle bus drop-off point at Langham Place, Mong Kok)

  • Address: G/F, 106 Tung Choi Street, Mong Kok 
  • Tel: 2615 1609
  • Opening Hours: 11:00 – 23:00 daily 


2. One Dim Sum 

Twice Michelin-starred (2011-2012), forever local-priced! This unassuming Mong Kong eatery proves premium dim sum needn't cost a fortune. Their Steamed Shrimp Dumplings (Har Gow) set the gold standard - each translucent, hand-pleated wrapper envelops whole fresh shrimp with a satisfying snap. For crispy indulgence, the Salted Dough Fritters are must-orders: golden shells with chewy-glutinous texture give way to savory pork-and-vegetable fillings.

Mong Kok Branch (Approx. 18-minute walk from hotel, or 12-minute walk from hotel shuttle bus drop-off point at Langham Place, Mong Kok)

  • Address: G/F, 209A-209B Tung Choi Street, Prince Edward 
  • Tel: 2677 7888
  • Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 09:30 - 23:00 ; Sat – Sun & Public Holidays 08:30 - 23:00


3. Tim Ho Wan

Famed as "the world's cheapest Michelin-starred restaurant". Founded by Mak Kwai-pui, former dim sum chef of the Four Seasons Hotel, Tim Ho Wan made history in 2010 as the world's first budget-friendly Michelin-starred restaurant, shattering the notion that starred dining must be expensive.

Their legendary Baked Buns with BBQ pork feature signature crispy sugar-glazed pastry enveloping Tim Ho Wan's special honey-glazed char siu, freshly baked throughout the day. Other crowd favorites include: Steamed Egg Cake, Bean-curd Skin with Pork & Shrimp, and Pan-Fried Carrot Cake. Conveniently located with branches at West Kowloon Station and Tai Kok Tsui, easily accessible via short walk or complimentary shuttle bus from our hotel.

Olympian City Branch (10-minute walk from hotel!)

  • Address: Shop G72A-C, G/F, Olympian City 2, 18 Hoi Ting Road, Mong Kok, Kowloon
  • Tel: 2332 2896
  • Opening Hours: 09:30 –21:30 daily

West Kowloon Station Branch (accessible via hotel shuttle bus)

  • Address: Shop No.B1M, B1M Floor, MTR Hong Kong West Kowloon Station, TST
  • Tel: 2744 5722
  • Opening Hours: 09:00 –21:30 daily


4. Old Fung Tea House

Located in the heart of Mongkok, Old Fung Tea House transports guests back in time with its nostalgic Hong Kong-style decor. The spacious seating and numerous Instagrammable spots recreate the charm of old Hong Kong shops. Their signature dishes include handcrafted shrimp dumplings with fresh seafood wrapped in translucent skin, and their famous beef brisket rice rolls featuring melt-in-your-mouth braised beef wrapped in silky-smooth rice noodles. A perfect spot for foodies who love to dine and snap!

Mong Kok Branch (Approx. 18-minute walk from hotel, or 4-minute walk from hotel shuttle bus drop-off point at Langham Place, Mong Kok)

  • Address: Shop 203-205, 2/F, THE FOREST, 17 Nelson Street, Mong Kok  
  • Tel: 2699 6808 / 2699 6928
  • Opening Hours: 08:00 – 22:30 daily


5. London Restaurant Hong Kong

A long-standing institution in Mongkok, London Restaurant offers an authentic "daai jau lau" (traditional banquet hall) experience. This local favorite maintains classic Hong Kong tea house traditions, including dim sum trolleys and a self-service dim sum counter. Don't miss their signature coconut milk pudding steamed in whole young coconut. Be prepared to share tables with locals for the full traditional yum cha experience!

Mong Kok Branch (Approx. 18-minute walk from hotel, or 3-minute walk from hotel shuttle bus drop-off point at Langham Place, Mong Kok)

  • Address:   G/F, Good Hope Building, 612 Nathan Road, Mong Kok  
  • Tel: 2771 8018 / 2771 6111
  • Opening Hours: 07:00 – 23:00 daily

After indulging in Mongkok’s dim sum delights, retreat to the modern comfort of Dorsett Mongkok. Our hotel offers various room types including the spacious Family Quad Room, perfect for accommodating up to 4 guests - ideal for families or groups of friends who want to save on accommodation while splurging on food! With our prime Kowloon location and complimentary shuttle service to Langham Place, you're perfectly positioned to explore all these culinary gems.

Book your stay today and wake up to a world of delicious wonders right at your doorstep!

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