Authentic Cantonese dim sum w/ rolling carts; a top Brooklyn alternative to Manhattan's Chinatown. Great for classic bites & value.
This Brooklyn-based restaurant is a standout for authentic Cantonese dim sum, offering a traditional experience with rolling carts in a grand setting. It's considered a top alternative to Manhattan's Chinatown, known for its quality dishes and more accessible pricing. Weekdays offer a more relaxed dining experience, while weekends can be bustling, with guests often being called by name to be seated.
A premier destination for Cantonese dim sum, this restaurant is celebrated for its authentic small bites served via traditional rolling carts. Popular dishes include siu mai, har gow (shrimp dumplings), stuffed eggplant, and BBQ pork buns. Desserts like egg tarts and durian mochi are also highlighted. While known for dim sum, other dishes like roast duck and whole fried fish are also recommended.
"Highly recommended dishes include dim sum staples like har gow and siu mai, as well as roast duck, Peking duck, and unique items like duck tongue with taro. They also offer notable desserts such as egg tarts and durian mochi."
Customers overwhelmingly praise this restaurant for its authentic dim sum, often recommending it as a top choice in NYC, particularly for its value and traditional experience.
Important Note
This restaurant can get very crowded, especially on weekends, with wait times sometimes announced via speaker. Visiting on a weekday or going very early/later in the day is recommended to avoid long waits.
"This commenter agrees that East Harbor Seafood Palace is a smart move for dim sum, especially when not dealing with the wait."
Positive"East Harbor Seafood Palace is listed as a dim sum option that would be good to visit on a weekday to avoid weekend crowds."
Neutral"This commenter went to East Harbor Seafood Palace for dim sum on a weekday and found it to be a smart move, stating the food is very good, especially without the wait."
Positive"East Harbor Seafood Palace is recommended as a place to get dim sum without the usual weekend lines."
Positive"User lists East Harbor Seafood as a go-to affordable restaurant."
Positive"East Harbor can accommodate larger parties easily, but it's advised to go before 9 am to avoid a wait, or to call for a reservation."
Positive"A short recommendation for East Harbor."
Positive"The commenter agrees with the recommendation for East Harbor, suggesting going very early or later in the day (around 1:30-2pm) to be accommodated."
Positive"The commenter suggests East Harbor, recommending going on the earlier side."
Positive"This commenter mentioned having been to East Harbor, Pacificana, and Bamboo Garden, indicating they are familiar with other dim sum spots in the area."
Neutral"This commenter explicitly stated that East Harbor is better than Park Asia."
Positive"This commenter mentioned East Harbor Seafood as a frequently packed option for dim sum in Sunset Park, implying it's worth the wait."
Positive"The user recommended East Harbor for its dim sum, indicating a positive experience with that offering."
Positive"East Harbor Seafood Palace was listed among general recommendations for Chinese restaurants in Sunset Park."
Neutral"East Harbor Seafood is suggested for large format Chinese banquet style dining."
Positive"A user suggested checking East Harbor Seafood Palace in Brooklyn for surf clam noodles, based on a post from six months prior."
Neutral"This commenter suggested East Harbor Seafood Palace in Brooklyn, noting that while they are more known for dim sum, they also do a pretty good Peking duck."
Positive"East Harbor Seafood was mentioned as a Chinese banquet hall suitable for family-style dining and large portions."
Positive"Commenter listed East Harbor Seafood as a suggestion for a large group."
Neutral"This restaurant is recommended for its roast duck, suggesting it as a good alternative to turkey for a Thanksgiving feast, especially if dining in Sunset Park."
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