What should I order at Lei Garden?
Lei Garden
Dim Sum
Repeatedly praised as the best and most authentic dim sum in the Bay Area and beyond, with fresh ingredients, excellent taste, and fast service. Specific dim sum items like shrimp dumplings, soup dumplings, siu mai, hargow, and turnip cake were highlighted for their quality.
Fish Cheung Fun with Cilantro
Specifically mentioned as superb with extra oomph, highlighting the freshness and authentic flavor.
Seafood Dumplings and Soup Dumplings
Noted as delicious and part of the highly recommended dim sum offerings.
Char Siu Puff Pastry
Praised for being buttery, super light, and delicious, making it a standout dim sum item.
Egg Tarts
Mentioned multiple times as amazing and a must-try dessert item that complements the dim sum experience.
Roasted Duck
Highly recommended from the dinner menu for its crispy exterior, tender interior, and flavorful sauce.
Chicken Feet
Appreciated as part of the authentic dim sum selection and well-prepared.
BBQ Pork / Char Siu
Noted both as a dim sum item (in baked sweet bun) and as a popular dish, praised for its authentic flavor.
Almond Sesame Balls
Recommended for their unique and tasty qualities, standing out among dim sum desserts.
Shrimp Rolls
Mentioned as a tasty dim sum item worth trying.
Fried Pumpkin with Salted Egg Yolk
Highlighted as an original and delightful dish, appreciated for its unique flavor.
Kai Lan with Oyster Sauce
Recommended for being cooked just right, a good vegetable side dish.
Egg Custard Baos
Called a must-try, known for their top-notch quality and delicious custard filling.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 to 8:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 to 8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 to 8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 to 8:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 to 8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 8:30 PM |
About Lei Garden
Neighborhood eatery turning out an extensive menu of Asian specialties & classic dim sum dishes.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great tea selection
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Lei Garden known for?
Lei Garden is best known for authentic dim sum, especially fish cheung fun, har gow, and soup dumplings, plus roast duck at dinner. Reviewers repeatedly mention that the food tastes fresh, comes out fast, and feels close to Hong Kong-style dim sum.
What dishes are most recommended at Lei Garden?
The most frequently recommended items are cheung fun, har gow, roast duck, fried tofu, crispy buns, and egg tarts. Reviewers also call out seafood dumplings, soup dumplings, chicken feet, BBQ pork, and char siu puff pastry as standout orders.
What is the atmosphere like at Lei Garden?
The atmosphere is casual and spacious, with outdoor seating and a Chinese-style interior that reviewers say feels clearly tied to the cuisine. It works well for groups and family meals, but solo diners also visit often, and the dining room can get busy and noisy during peak hours.
Is Lei Garden good value, and what is the price range?
Lei Garden is in the $20 to $30 price range, and reviewers describe it as reasonably priced for the quality and freshness. Several comments say the dim sum and dinner dishes are worth the wait because the portions and flavor compare favorably with other Bay Area dim sum spots.
When is the best time to visit Lei Garden?
Weekdays are the easiest time to go, because reviewers say Sunday lunch can have a very long queue and the restaurant usually has a wait of at least half an hour. The kitchen is noted for fast service once seated, so arriving outside peak lunch hours helps most.
Is parking available at Lei Garden?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Lei Garden kid-friendly?
Yes, Lei Garden is good for kids.
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