By this point, there’s no point denying that Ipoh is a foodie hotspot. Both locals and foreigners visit the state capital regularly to fill their stomachs and to see the sites. Ipoh is also home to many beloved dim sum shops, all of which are worth a visit.
So, here is MFT’s list of some of Ipoh’s best dim sum places. Which one’s your personal favourite? Are there any we should add to the next list:
1. Chooi Yue Dim Sum
Image Credit: Chooi Yue (Left), Meow Meow on Google Review (Right)
Located in Ipoh South Gardens, Chooi Yue Dim Sum is famous for its wide variety of high-quality, fresh and delicious food. It has a rating of 3.9 over 3000 reviews, with many praising the fresh ingredients used. On weekends, the restaurant is filled to the brim, so be prepared for long wait times.
If you are patient enough, you will eventually get to try the food here. This shop is famous for its chee cheong fun, springy and filled with juicy prawns. Also worth trying the char siew pao and siew mai, both delights for the pork lover in you. Worth mentioning are the har kow and steamed savoury ribs.
Address: 2, 4 & 6, Tingkat Taman Ipoh 12, Taman Ipoh Selatan, 31400 Ipoh, Perak
2. Zui Le Xuan
Image Credit: Gator on Google Review (Left), Louise Maki on Google Review (Right)
If you are looking for an authentic experience, look no further than Zui Le Xuan. This place is specialised in traditional dim sum made by hand. As a result, the dishes served here are almost always delicious. Among these, the molten salted egg yolk bun is considered to the top favourite.
Everything here is made in-house, ensuring the quality and freshness of the dim sum you eat. The dim sum are also presented well, with har kow having firm skin and siew mai being perfectly shaped. Love dumplings? Then the perfectly baked ones here are going to leave you in heaven. You don’t get 4.2 stars on Google Review for nothing!
Address: 28, Off Jalan Ng Seong Teik, Taman Pertama, 30100 Ipoh, Perak
3. Greentown Dimsum Cafe
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Love dim sum but can’t eat pork? Greentown Dimsum Cafe is the perfect place for you. Located in the heart of Ipoh, the cafe’s array of dim sum is all halal and delicious. The ingredients used to make these are all halal-certified, so you can rest easy and eat without worry.
Greentown has been running since 2010 and has an impressive 4.3 stars on Google Reviews, with over 2,500 customer reviews. The staff here are known to be quite cordial and professional. The food here too is nothing to sneeze at. The radish cakes and durian desserts tend to sell out quickly, so be sure to try those beforehand!
Address: 10, Persiaran Greentown 4, Pusat Perdagangan Greentown, 30450 Ipoh, Perak
4. Canning Dim Sum
Image Credit: Canning Dim Sum (Left), Vincent Vince on Google Review (Right)
Canning Dim Sum Malaysia is a popular spot in Ipoh, offering halal-certified dim sum with a huge variety—over 100 choices! They’ve got everything from classics to creative dishes like Butterfly Pea Dumplings and Caviar Siew Mai, making it a fun place to try something new.
The atmosphere is lively, and the service is quick, so it’s great whether you’re grabbing breakfast or having a dim sum feast. Located in Taman Canning, it’s become a go-to for locals and tourists looking for tasty bites in a modern setting. With 4.4 stars and over 2,000 reviews on Google, you can be sure that a meal here is worth your time and money.
Address: 1, Lebuh Cecil Rae, Taman Canning, 31400 Ipoh, Perak
5. Soon Yuen
Image Credit: Hao Nin on Google Review (Left), Elayna Chin on Google Review (Right)
Soon Yuen is a cozy spot serving fresh, handmade dim sum with a focus on traditional Cantonese flavours. Their har gao (prawn dumplings) and liu sha bao (salted egg yolk buns) are crowd favorites, known for their rich taste and smooth texture.
Located in Pusat Perdagangan Tasek Indra, Soon Yuen is loved for its quick service and reasonable prices. The dim sum is steamed fresh upon order, ensuring every bite is warm and flavorful. Whether you’re a dim sum enthusiast or just looking for a satisfying meal, this spot is worth checking out!
Address: 160, Pusat Perdagangan, 162, Jalan Tasek Timur, Taman Tasek Indra, 31400 Ipoh, Perak
6. Ming Court Hong Kong Dim Sum
Image Credit: CY Lee on Google Review (Left), Jenny Tan on Google Review (Right)
Ming Court is a go-to spot in Ipoh for traditional, no-frills dim sum that keeps things simple and delicious. The restaurant opens as early as 6am, drawing in both locals and tourists eager for steaming baskets of har gao and loh mai gai. The atmosphere is always lively, with trays of dim sum flying out of the kitchen and onto tables in record time.
This place on Jalan Leong Sin Nam is known for its small portion sizes, perfect for those who want to sample a variety of dishes in one sitting. The waiters move fast, bringing stacks of plates straight to your table, making dining a breeze here. If you’re looking for authentic, old-school food, Ming Court should be on your list.
Address: 32, 34, 36, Jalan Leong Sin Nam, 30300 Ipoh, Perak
7. Foh San
Image Credit: HL Yeo on Google Review (Left), Kong Meng Lee on Google Review (Right)
Foh San has been an Ipoh institution since 1971, starting as a coffee shop before evolving into a restaurant in 1973. It moved to its current modern complex in 2009, cementing its status as a must-visit spot.
The restaurant offers over 150 varieties of handmade dim sum, with favourites like siew mai, har gao, and egg tarts. Its spacious setting makes it great for family meals. Whether you’re a longtime fan or visiting for the first time, Foh San’s history and prestige warrant it a place on any list on Ipoh’s best dim sum spots.
Address: 51, Jalan Leong Sin Nam, Kampung Jawa, 30300 Ipoh, Perak
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