NYC's first made-to-order dim sum spot, Michelin-recognized & always buzzing. Get ready for tons of fresh dumplings & Cantonese faves, from shrimp har gow to crispy pork!
Dim Sum Go Go is a highly-regarded Chinatown establishment, celebrated as the first made-to-order dim sum restaurant in NYC since 2000 and consistently recognized by the Michelin Guide for its Bib Gourmand status. Patrons rave about the fresh, flavorful dim sum and Cantonese dishes, with many highlighting the extensive selection of dumplings, including vegetarian options and unique chicken soup dumplings. While the restaurant can be bustling and service may be hectic during peak times, the generous portions and dependable quality make it a worthwhile experience.
Dim Sum Go Go offers a wide array of authentic Cantonese dim sum and dishes, with a particular emphasis on its extensive selection of dumplings, including vegetarian and unique chicken soup varieties. Dishes like har gow, siu mai, turnip cakes, and rice rolls are frequently recommended. While generally receiving high praise for quality and portion size, some comments suggest that other dim sum options in Manhattan might offer superior food quality.
"Highly recommended dishes include har gow (shrimp dumplings), siu mai (pork dumplings), lo bak go (turnip cakes), shrimp cheong fun (rice rolls), shrimp & egg fried rice, pepper spare ribs, and chicken soup dumplings. The restaurant also offers a good selection of vegetarian dumplings."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the fresh, delicious, and affordable dim sum and Cantonese cuisine, with many recommending specific dishes and highlighting the extensive vegetarian options. Some note that the service can be hectic during busy periods.
Important Note
The restaurant can be very busy, especially on weekends, leading to a hectic service atmosphere and shared tables. While generally well-regarded, one commenter suggested other Manhattan dim sum places might offer better food quality.
"Dim sum go-go is listed as a recommended Asian restaurant, specifically for dim sum."
Positive"This user noted that Dim Sum Go Go has some large round tables available upstairs, suitable for groups."
Positive"The commenter suggests Dim Sum Go Go as one of the places that serves dim sum at 5 PM in Chinatown and finds it good, though they might prefer Dim Sum Palace if convenience is a factor."
Positive"This user clarified that Dim Sum Go Go opens at 11 AM."
Neutral"This user recommended Dim Sum Go Go as a place for dim sum."
Positive"The commenter recommends Dim Sum Go Go, stating they believe it's the best in town and that ordering is done off a menu. The commenter also notes they are not Chinese."
Positive"This commenter reports that their vegan/vegetarian friends experienced significant food poisoning after a visit to Dim Sum Go Go, although the meat-eaters were unaffected."
Negative"Dim Sum Go Go is praised for having an extensive selection of vegetarian dumplings, including a sampler platter, and various non-pork options like shrimp and chicken. They also offer unique chicken soup dumplings."
Positive"This commenter recommends Jing Fong for dim sum."
Positive"This commenter recommends Dim Sum Go Go."
Positive"This commenter recommends Dim Sum Go Go."
Negative"The commenter suggested Dim Sum Go Go as a less touristy option for all-day dim sum in Chinatown."
Positive"This user provided details about Go Go Sing's reservation policy from Resy. There is a $350 table minimum, and reservations are for 2-hour experiences. The room is communal with a karaoke setup and offers a champagne list and an abbreviated food menu."
Neutral"This commenter stated that Dim Sum Go Go is a complete miss by dim sum standards, contradicting the idea that it's hit or miss."
Negative"The user visits Dim Sum Go Go often to meet friends, finding it a convenient location. However, they noted there are better dim sum options in Manhattan for food quality, and they primarily go there for a large selection of dumplings."
Neutral"This user pointed out that for a dim sum place, the starters (dim sum) are the main attraction and a draw."
Neutral"The user clarified that Dim Sum Go Go is on the Michelin Bib Gourmand list, not the Michelin star list. They explained the difference between the two recognitions."
Neutral"The user corrected the original poster about Dim Sum Go Go not having a Michelin star, but rather a Bib Gourmand. They provided a link to the Michelin guide as evidence."
Neutral"Dim Sum Gogo was mentioned as a good option for groups when the commenter worked in FiDi."
Positive"Dim Sum Go Go is mentioned for its pork soup dumplings."
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