What is the best Sum restaurant in Garment District?

Dim Sum Sam is our top pick for Sum restaurants in Garment District, scoring 8.3/10. High-volume, fast-casual dim sum + Cantonese BBQ built for repeat orders.

Any insider tips for Dim Sum Sam?

Keep it to 2–3 dim sum items—then add an egg tart.

What should I order at Dim Sum Sam?

Har gow, char siu bao, one rice-noodle roll.

When should I visit Dim Sum Sam?

Late morning or off-peak lunch for speed.

Who should go to Dim Sum Sam?

Midtown workers, solo diners, and dumpling cravings.

Any insider tips for Shanghai Time?

Order the pan-fried dumplings first—eat them immediately.

What should I order at Shanghai Time?

Shengjian bao, xiao long bao, one noodle dish.

When should I visit Shanghai Time?

Mid-afternoon or early dinner to avoid waits.

Who should go to Shanghai Time?

Dumpling hunters and small groups splitting bites.

Any insider tips for Blue Blossom 青花?

Request a mezzanine table for a quieter view over the open kitchen and main floor.

When should I visit Blue Blossom 青花?

Prime evenings before or after Broadway for full buzz.

Who should go to Blue Blossom 青花?

Groups and couples wanting stylish modern Chinese near theaters.

Best Dim Sum Restaurants in Garment District (10018)

3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: January 2026

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Our Top Pick

Dim Sum Sam

High-volume, fast-casual dim sum + Cantonese BBQ built for repeat orders.

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#1 Dim Sum Sam

8.3

$ Garment District

Vibes: Quick Bites Champions Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Solo Dining Sanctuaries Comfort Food Classics

A fast-casual Cantonese dim sum and roast-meat counter built for repeatable, no-fuss cravings—order at the front, then settle into the big back dining room. The best results come from classic steamed dumplings and rice-noodle rolls, plus one sweet finish (egg tart) while everything’s hot.

Must-Try Dishes: Shrimp dumplings (har gow), BBQ pork buns (char siu bao), Portuguese egg tarts

What makes it special: High-volume, fast-casual dim sum + Cantonese BBQ built for repeat orders.

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#2 Shanghai Time

8.0

$$ Garment District

Vibes: Comfort Food Classics Quick Bites Champions Group Dining Gatherings Hidden Gems Heaven

A Shanghai-leaning dumpling stop that’s strongest when you order like a street-snack specialist: pan-fried soup dumplings first, then one noodle or cold plate to round it out. The room is casual and the menu stays comfort-forward, making it an easy Garment District fallback that still feels specific.

Must-Try Dishes: Pan-fried soup dumplings (shengjian bao), Xiao long bao, Savory pork mooncake

What makes it special: Shengjian-forward Shanghai comfort food in a quick Midtown format.

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#3 Blue Blossom 青花

7.7

$$$ Bryant Park

Vibes: Trendy Table Hotspots Date Night Magic Group Dining Gatherings Instagram Worthy Wonders

A glitzy, modern pan-Chinese dining room near Bryant Park where the dim sum-adjacent lane (dumplings, duck, and shareable hits) plays best for groups. Opened in 2024, it’s a strong “order-a-spread” spot when you keep the table focused on dumplings plus one centerpiece protein instead of chasing the entire menu.

Must-Try Dishes: Signature bao platter, Mala beef xiao long bao, Salt-baked chicken

What makes it special: A glossy, porcelain-inspired Chinese dining room headlined by elaborate dumplings and theatrical large-format dishes.

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