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Dim sum restaurant in Cape Town
Was soll ich bei South China Dim Sum Bar bestellen?
Was bestellen
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Dim Sum
Most frequently praised item overall; reviewers repeatedly call it delicious, authentic, fresh, and the best they’ve had, with many saying they ordered nearly everything on the menu.
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Prawn And Pork Dumplings
Called out as especially memorable and a standout among the menu’s dumplings, with reviewers saying they really stood out.
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Beef Pot Stickers
Recommended because they were described as amazing and so good that one reviewer ordered a second round.
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Lamb Pot Stickers
Included among the dishes reviewers said were amazing, making them one of the strongly recommended pot sticker options.
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Chicken Wontons
Mentioned positively as part of a meal where every dish was described as amazing, making them a recommended choice.
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Pork Siu Mai
Highlighted in a round of dishes that were all praised as amazing, suggesting it is a reliable and well-liked dim sum item.
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Braised Beef Short Rib Rice Bowl
Reviewers specifically named this dish among the amazing items they tried, indicating it is a strong non-dim-sum option.
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Veg Pot Sticker
Recommended because a reviewer liked it enough to order a second portion, showing it was a clear favorite.
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Red Bean Bun
Called out with enthusiasm and singled out as memorable, making it a recommended dessert-style item.
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Turnip Cakes
Explicitly recommended as a must-try, with reviewers saying not to miss them and describing them as amazing.
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Salted Caramel Ice Cream
Strongly recommended as a dessert item that reviewers said was amazing and worth trying.
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Ice Cream Dessert
Mentioned positively as fabulous, showing the dessert offerings are well liked overall.
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Noodles
Praised for being flavorful, authentic, and comparable to excellent dim sum and noodles in Taiwan, with the daily special noodles called especially flavorful.
Details
Über South China Dim Sum Bar
South China Dim Sum Bar is a dim sum restaurant and bar in Cape Town, South Africa, on Long Street. The menu centers on dumplings, small plates, soups, noodles, and changing Chinese street food, with wine, beer, cocktails, and other drinks available. Reviewers consistently praise the dumplings, the fresh made-from-scratch cooking, and the friendly owner-run service. The space is described as small, intimate, and cozy, and reservations are often needed because it fills up quickly.
Ausstattung
Service options
- Dine-in
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Häufig gefragt
What is South China Dim Sum Bar known for?
It is best known for dumplings and dim sum, especially the prawn and pork dumplings, lamb potstickers, beef pot stickers, and chicken wontons. Reviewers also call out the fresh, authentic flavors and the fact that the restaurant is often fully booked, so the food has a strong reputation in Cape Town.
What dishes are most recommended at South China Dim Sum Bar?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend the dumplings, lamb potstickers, chicken wontons, pork siu mai, turnip cakes, and the braised beef short rib rice bowl. Sweet items like the salted caramel ice cream and red bean bun also get specific praise, along with the daily special noodles.
What is the atmosphere like at South China Dim Sum Bar?
The restaurant is small, intimate, cozy, and minimally decorated, with a rustic feel and a view into the kitchen from many seats. It suits people who like a lively, close-quarters meal, especially couples or small groups sharing plates, though the seating is described as less comfortable for long stays.
Is South China Dim Sum Bar good value, and what is the price range?
The price level is not listed, but reviewers say the prices are not bad and the dim sum is well-priced for the quality and service. Because the dishes are small plates, many people order several items to share, which makes the meal feel better suited to tasting and sharing than to one large plate.
Do you need a reservation at South China Dim Sum Bar?
Yes, reservations are strongly recommended, especially for Saturday dinner, because reviewers say the restaurant is often fully booked and walk-ins are turned away. The short menu and quick service mean food arrives fast once you are seated, but getting a table is the main challenge.
Is parking available at South China Dim Sum Bar?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does South China Dim Sum Bar have vegetarian options?
Yes, South China Dim Sum Bar offers vegan options.
