We’ve compiled a list of 17 places where you can satiate your cravings for dim sum. This list includes dim sum buffets, special dim sum for kids, dim sum pushcarts and last but not least, Michelin-starred dim sum restaurants.

So no matter if you’re frugal or always in the mood to splurge, we have something for everyone.

Dim sum buffets

1. Red House Seafood

Red House Seafood is a firm local favourite. If you are in the mood for a fancy dim sum feast, then head over to this place. This dim sum buffet boasts more than 50 items that are valid for a one-time order.

Can’t miss: Along with the delicious dim sum, the buffet’s highlights include salmon sashimi, Takesumi (bamboo charcoal) chilli crab bun, fresh clams with ginger and spring onion and bird’s nest egg tart.

392 Havelock Road, Level 2, Grand Copthorne Waterfront

2. Madame Fan

Madame Fan is a fine dining Chinese restaurant helmed by restaurateur Alan Yau (the man behind Hakkasan). The striking, low-lit red and black dining rooms enhance its intimate appeal, which is its highlight.

Can’t miss: During the week, dim sum lunch is served and includes siew long bao and scallop shumai, alongside aromatic duck and pancake.

32 Beach Road, The NCO Club

3. Peach Garden

The original Peach Garden is at Novena Gardens (since 2002), but now more branches have opened up. The place offers dim sum lunch at 50 per cent off some items.

Can’t miss: People visit Peach Garden for high tea between 3-5 pm for their dim sum buffet promotion.

Multiple locations in Singapore, see website for details.

4. Jade at Fullerton

This restaurant never fails to offer diners authentic Chinese cuisine with exceptional quality and taste – and unforgettable hospitality.

Can’t miss: You must try the dim sum buffet at Jade, which is served beautifully.

1 Fullerton Square

5. Hai Tien Lo

Traditional Cantonese dining with a contemporary twist, Hai Tien Lo offers a wide variety of classic dishes using age-old recipes, as well as a “new Cantonese” menu, which has been carefully curated by the chefs.

Can’t miss: Hai Tien Lo’s delicate handmade dim sum creations such as the steamed charcoal barbecue pork bun with black truffles, and steamed pork are a must try. And kids will surely love the deep-fried thousand-layer swan puff with prawn paste.

Level 3, Pan Pacific Hotel Singapore, 7 Raffles Boulevard

Traditional options

6. Red Star

Red Star is one of Singapore’s best traditional dim sum spots when it comes to dim sum pushcarts. While this may not be a fancy spot, it comes packed with old-school traditions and it’s a must-try if you’re passing through the city.

Can’t miss: Don’t miss the dim sum and roast duck special.

07-23 54 Chin Swee Road

7. Beng Hiang

The weekday dim sum lunch buffet at Beng Hiang is another great place to find handcrafted dim sum, all of which are served in pushcarts.

Can’t miss: You must try the dim sum buffet, which includes braised fish maw soup, pork brisket with bao, spicy prawn roll and Hokkien mee (one of Singapore’s unofficial national dishes), among others.

135 Jurong Gateway Road No. 02-337

8. Yum Cha Chinatown

This place offers casual dim sum and you have the bonus of trying them out on old-fashioned dim sum pushcarts. It doesn’t hurt that the taste is marvellous as well.

Can’t miss: Yum Cha’s dim sum spread allows you to choose from no fewer than 60 items, including scallop pea-shoot dumplings and squid ink dumplings.

20 Terengganu Street, No. 02-01

Michelin-starred restaurants

9. Crystal Jade

This renowned restaurant has many outlets spread across the region, but it’s the Crystal Jade Golden Palace that earned a Michelin star. This particular outlet is also very popular because it has an indoor playground, which makes it a favourite for families.

Can’t miss: The prestige signature dim sum platter and the spinach with the three-egg dish is a must try.

290 Orchard Road, Paragon

10. Summer Palace

Summer Palace has been awarded a Michelin star for its authentic Cantonese cuisine.

Can’t miss: Steamed prawn dumplings with bird’s nest. You can also try the gluten-free menu or Summer Palace’s monthly new dim sum creation.

1 Cuscaden Road, 3rd Floor, Regent Singapore Hotel

11. Tim Ho Wan

This Hong Kong-eatery now has one Michelin-star and more than 10 outlets in Singapore.

Can’t miss: Try the baked barbecue pork bun, which is crispy on the outside, soft inside and yes, filled with sweet char siew meat and sauce. You can also try their bean curd skin with pork and shrimp.

Multiple locations throughout Singapore, see website for details.

Dim sum lunch menus

12. Golden Peony

Golden Peony offers à la carte dim sum by Chinese chef Ku Keung. You can sample several exotic flavour combinations here, including the Phoenix feet with X.O. chilli sauce or char siew bo luo bao.

Can’t miss: Try their famous shrimp toast and chicken bun.

2 Temasek Blvd, Level 3, Conrad Centennial Hotel

13. Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant

The restaurant within Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel is known for its exotic decor, but it’s not any less famous for its food, especially its dim sum lunch menu.

Can’t miss: The steamed Hokkaido scallop with caviar dumpling.

320 Orchard Road, 3F Marriott Hotel

14. Chopsuey Cafe in Dempsey Hill

Chopsuey Cafe offers dim sum for lunch on weekdays and brunch on weekends. The desserts are also show-stoppers, designed and plated to perfection.

Can’t miss: Bangkok grilled pork, crispy lobster wontons, sticky rice dumplings, kimchi aubergine and the chop suey mixed vegetables are all great.

Block 10, Dempsey Road, No. 01-23

15. Grand Shanghai

This restaurant’s decor and interiors have all been inspired by the “old Shanghai” of the 1930s and its specialities, specifically the dim sum cooked by Chef Jacky Tang, are a major draw.

Can’t miss: The marvellous creation “Light and Shadow” – crispy duck, priced at (US$20). The entire experience is made better by traditional Chinese music and jazz playing in the background.

390 Havelock Road, Level 1 King’s Centre

16. Social Place

This is a great dim sum place to hang out with friends to get some Instagrammable snaps of its creative dishes. Of course it doesn’t hurt that the food is yummy too.

Can’t miss: Deep-fried lobster glutinous puffs and truffle shiitake buns.

583 Orchard Road, Forum The Shopping Mall No. 01-22

17. Mouth

This dim sum place serves affordable dim sum perfect for families or bigger groups.

Can’t miss: The pretty prawn har gao come in different colours and flavours including sweet potato, pumpkin, spinach and the original, priced at US$4.60 for four pieces.

01-61 China Square Central, South Bridge Court Shophouse, 22 Cross Street