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Dim sum restaurant in Butterworth, Penang
What should I order at Restoran Chaw Choon Dim Sum?
What to order
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Dim Sum
Most frequently praised overall item, repeatedly described as fresh, delicious, affordable, and available in a wide variety of choices.
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Siu Mai
Specifically mentioned as fresh and soft, and included among the standout dim sum varieties people enjoyed.
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Char Siew Bao
Recommended for its great taste and filling, with one review noting chunks of fatty pork inside.
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Chee Cheong Fun
Mentioned as nice, with one review praising its texture as awesome.
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Porridge
Called awesome in one review, making it one of the clearly favored items beyond the dim sum selection.
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Chicken Glutinous Rice
Highlighted as a delicious delight, and singled out as one of the memorable dishes worth returning for.
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Fried Wantons
Included in a list of dishes praised as part of the restaurant’s good-quality dim sum offerings.
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Fried Yam Sticks
Mentioned positively as one of the tasty items enjoyed in the dim sum spread.
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Rice Rolls
Recommended as part of the broad selection of good dim sum dishes that reviewers enjoyed.
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Braised Pork Knuckle
Specifically praised as delicious and one of the standout braised dishes at the restaurant.
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Braised Red Snapper Head
Mentioned as especially tasty and recommended among the braised specialties.
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Bittergourd Fish Head
Called delicious and singled out as one of the notable dishes worth trying.
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Fried Brinjal In Black Bean Sauce
Recommended because it was described as good and part of the dishes people liked.
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Fried Carrot Cake
Mentioned positively, though one reviewer felt it could be more flavorful; still noted as a dish worth trying.
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Steamed Fish With Hor Fun
One reviewer found this special dish nice and worth ordering.
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Fried Noodle
Specifically recommended in the final review as another dish to try.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM to 1 PM |
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| Tuesday | 6 AM to 1 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 6 AM to 1 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM to 1 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM to 1 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM to 1 PM |
About Restoran Chaw Choon Dim Sum
Restoran Chaw Choon Dim Sum is a dim sum restaurant in Butterworth, Penang. It serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch in a casual, trendy setting with dine-in, takeout, delivery, and no-contact delivery options. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh food, wide variety of dim sum, and affordable prices. Commonly mentioned items include chee cheong fun, har gow, char siew pau, egg tart, siew mai, and Fried Fish Fillet Porridge.
Amenities
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is Restoran Chaw Choon Dim Sum known for?
It is best known for affordable, fresh dim sum, especially chee cheong fun, char siew pau, har gow, and egg tart. Reviewers also mention the old-school taste and the organized queue-and-pick system as part of the experience.
What dishes are most recommended at Restoran Chaw Choon Dim Sum?
The most frequently recommended items are chee cheong fun, char siew pau, har gow, egg tart, siew mai, and fried fish fillet porridge. Reviewers also call out braised pork knuckle, braised red snapper head, and bittergourd fish head as especially worth trying.
What is the atmosphere like at Restoran Chaw Choon Dim Sum?
The atmosphere is casual, trendy, and lively, with a traditional coffee shop feel and old-school Penang charm. It suits groups and families for breakfast or brunch, and several reviews note that it can be noisy and crowded but still well managed.
Is Restoran Chaw Choon Dim Sum good value?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly describe it as cheap, affordable, and reasonably priced, which fits its RM 1 to 20 price range. People say the portions and variety make it worth the wait, especially for dim sum that is served fresh.
When is the best time to visit Restoran Chaw Choon Dim Sum?
Go early for breakfast or brunch if you want to avoid the queue, because the restaurant is very popular and usually has a wait. Reviews mention that later arrivals should expect to take a number and wait for a table, especially during busy lunch and morning periods.
Is parking available at Restoran Chaw Choon Dim Sum?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Is Restoran Chaw Choon Dim Sum kid-friendly?
Yes, Restoran Chaw Choon Dim Sum is good for kids.
