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D Cuisine
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D Cuisine
8.0
A MingHin veteran's dim sum destination serves Hong Kong-style classics all day in a sleek Lincoln Park setting. The early-bird special with sub-$1 dumplings from 8am to noon weekdays is a neighborhood steal, while weekend siu mai and BBQ pork buns satisfy any craving.
Must-Try Dishes:
Siu Mai, BBQ Pork Buns, Pan-Fried Pot Stickers
Scores:
Value: 8.8
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 7.5
Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: All-day dim sum without Chinatown lines or weekend chaos
Who should go: Dim sum fans who want quality without the trek
When to visit: Weekday mornings for early-bird pricing under $1/piece
What to order: Siu mai, char siu buns, pan-fried potstickers
Insider tip: BYOB—no corkage, bring champagne for dim sum brunch
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on Clark St typically available—easier than most Lincoln Park spots. Metered until 10pm. Bus routes 22 and 36 stop nearby for an easy public transit option.
Dress code: Casual—jeans and sneakers fit right in. It's a neighborhood dim sum spot, not a special occasion destination.
Noise level: Quiet to moderate—not noisy even when busy. TVs show sports but are muted. Easy conversation, good for catching up.
Weekend wait: Minimal wait—rarely crowded despite small footprint. Walk-ins typically seated immediately.
Weekday lunch: No wait, often near-empty. In and out in 30 minutes if needed.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited but present—veggie stir-fry dishes available on the dinner menu. Dim sum skews meat-heavy; ask about vegetable dumplings.
Vegan options: Very limited—vegetable dishes can work, but most dim sum contains pork, shrimp, or egg. Call ahead to confirm options.
Gluten-free options: Challenging—dim sum wrappers are wheat-based. Rice dishes and some stir-fries may work; specify needs to server.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes—it's intimate, quiet, and the BYOB policy lets you bring a nice bottle to personalize the experience. The compact menu removes decision paralysis, and sharing small plates creates natural conversation. Budget around $40-50 for two plus whatever you bring to drink.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes, and you'll have to—they don't take reservations despite what some sites indicate. The good news: it's rarely crowded, so walk-ins are almost always seated immediately. Weekend brunch is busiest but still manageable.
Is it kid-friendly? Workable but not ideal. No kids menu and the cuisine skews sophisticated (chicken feet, congee). Adventurous eaters 8+ will do fine with BBQ pork buns and potstickers. Toddlers may struggle with limited familiar options.
Best For
Better for: Dim sum without the Chinatown schlep or hour-long waits. The early-bird weekday pricing (sub-$1 per piece before noon) beats any Chinatown value play, and freshness rivals the best—everything's made daily starting at 6:30am.
Skip if: You want the full cart-service spectacle or need a massive dim sum selection. The 30-dish menu is curated but limited compared to MingHin's 80+ options. Also skip if you need strong vegetarian variety.
D Cuisine
8.7
D Cuisine is a Hong Kong–style dim sum and Cantonese house on Clark Street where made-to-order dumplings, buns, and small plates run all day in a compact, polished dining room. Locals treat it as the go-to dim sum option in 60614 when they want Chinatown-level variety without leaving Lincoln Park.
Must-Try Dishes:
Siu mai, Deep fried taro puff, BBQ pork buns
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 8.5
What makes it special: Made-to-order Hong Kong–style dim sum served all day in a dedicated teahouse-style setting.
Who should go: Dim sum fans wanting Chinatown-level variety in 60614.
When to visit: Weekend late mornings or early evenings to avoid peak rush.
What to order: Siu mai, deep fried taro puff, BBQ pork buns.
Insider tip: Plan to share 6–8 small plates per two people to sample both classics and a couple of kitchen specials.
D Cuisine
8.3
D Cuisine is a Hong Kong–style dim sum and Cantonese spot on Clark where baskets of dumplings, rice noodle rolls, and congee are made to order all day. Locals treat it as the reliable dim sum option in Lincoln Park when they want Chinatown-level variety without leaving the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Siu Mai Pork Dumplings, Har Gow Shrimp Dumplings, BBQ Pork Buns
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 7.9
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 6.8
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: An all-day, made-to-order dim sum house bringing Hong Kong teahouse staples to Clark Street.
Who should go: Dim sum fans wanting Chinatown-level variety in Lincoln Park.
When to visit: Weekend late mornings or early evenings to avoid peak waits.
What to order: Siu mai, har gow, BBQ pork buns shared family style.
Insider tip: Build your own dim sum spread by mixing steamed baskets with a noodle or rice dish so the table stays balanced, not just dumplings.
D Cuisine
8.6
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Group Dining Gatherings
Hidden Gems Heaven
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
D Cuisine brings made-to-order Hong Kong–style dim sum and Cantonese plates to Clark Street at prices that undercut most sit-down spots with this level of execution. Diners use it as a north-side stand-in for Chinatown when they want baskets of dumplings, rice rolls, and wok dishes without a long train ride.
Must-Try Dishes:
Shrimp Dumplings (Har Gow), Deep Fried Taro Puffs, Beef Chow Fun
Scores:
Value: 8.2
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: All-day, made-to-order dim sum without the trip to Chinatown.
Who should go: Dim sum fans sharing baskets and stir-fries family-style.
When to visit: Weekend lunches or early dinners before peak waits.
What to order: Shrimp dumplings, deep fried taro puffs, beef chow fun.
Insider tip: Build a mixed dim sum spread, then add one wok noodle dish.
D Cuisine
8.1
D Cuisine is a Hong Kong–style dim sum and Cantonese spot on Clark where made-to-order dumplings, buns, and small plates run all day in a compact dining room. It’s casual enough for families who want dim sum without trekking to Chinatown, with high chairs and a menu that encourages sharing across the table.
Must-Try Dishes:
Shrimp Dumplings (Har Gow), Siu Mai, BBQ Pork Buns
Scores:
Value: 8.2
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.1
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 6.3
Cultural Relevance: 7.7
What makes it special: An all-day, made-to-order dim sum house bringing Hong Kong-style dumplings to Lincoln Park with a family-friendly, come-as-you-are feel.
Who should go: Families craving dim sum without the Chinatown commute.
When to visit: Late weekend mornings or early evenings for the easiest seating.
What to order: Har gow, siu mai, BBQ pork buns, and at least one noodle dish.
Insider tip: Order a mix of familiar dumplings and one or two new-to-you plates; the small portions make it easy for kids to sample widely.