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MingHin Cuisine (Streeterville)
Master Critic Review
MingHin Cuisine (Streeterville)
8.4
MingHin Cuisine’s Streeterville outpost brings all-day dim sum carts, Cantonese barbecue, and large-format seafood to a bright dining room just off Michigan Avenue. It’s the go-to for baskets of har gow, siu mai, and congee when downtown shoppers and families want a sit-down Chinese meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Har Gow (Shrimp Dumplings), Siu Mai, Egg Yolk Custard Buns
Scores:
Value: 8.8
Service: 6.7
Consistency: 8.5
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 7.4
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: A busy Streeterville dim sum hall where baskets and BBQ arrive nonstop.
Who should go: Families and groups craving all-day dim sum service.
When to visit: Late morning weekends or early dinners to avoid long waits.
What to order: Har gow, siu mai, roast pork, egg yolk custard buns.
Insider tip: Go early and order congee and specialty dumplings before they sell out.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Primarily garage parking in nearby Streeterville/Michigan Ave decks; limited metered street parking and can be difficult during peak shopping hours
Dress code: Casual to smart casual — families and tourists in jeans are common, but nicer outfits fit in for group dinners
Noise level: Moderate-to-lively — conversation is doable at most tables but can spike during peak dim sum rush
Weekend wait: 45–75 minutes without a reservation during peak hours, shorter waits before 5:30pm
Weekday lunch: Usually little to no wait except during convention or tourist surges
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — several dim sum, tofu, vegetable, and noodle dishes are suitable, but not all are labeled explicitly
Vegan options: Limited — a few veggie dumplings and sautéed greens may qualify, but preparation may include oyster sauce; ask staff when ordering
Gluten-free options: Partial accommodation — some rice-based dishes and seafood options work, but cross-contact is likely and many sauces contain soy or wheat
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for casual or activity-style dates than intimate ones — the room is lively, food arrives continuously, and it’s great if you enjoy sharing plates, but it’s not a quiet or romantic setting.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes, but expect a wait during weekend brunch and dinner. Arriving early, joining the waitlist on-site, or visiting outside peak hours improves your chances of being seated quickly.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes — spacious seating, quick food pacing, and shareable dim sum make it well-suited for children and multigenerational groups; high chairs are typically available.
Best For
Better for: Large groups, family-style meals, and all-day dim sum variety with consistent pacing and a broad Cantonese menu near downtown attractions
Skip if: You want quiet, intimate dining, highly specialized regional Chinese cooking, or strict dietary controls such as fully vegan or dedicated gluten-free preparation