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Where should I go for dim sum in the SGV?

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3 local votes · updated Jul 23, 2026

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Locals' current top pick for dim sum in the SGV is Crystal Palace in Monterey Park, followed by HK Dim Sum House in San Gabriel and Happy Together in El Monte. Best is relative, so filter by price and vibe below, and vote for the pick you'd stand behind.

#1Crystal PalaceMonterey Park · Dim Sum · $$$4.0

"Crystal Palace offers the classic Cantonese dining experience, where the best meal comes from sharing a little bit of everything."

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#2HK Dim Sum HouseSan Gabriel · Dim Sum · $$4.6

"A dim sum spot known for handmade dumplings, fresh-to-order dishes, and affordable Cantonese favorites."

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#3Happy TogetherEl Monte · Dim Sum · $$$3.9

"Happy Together in El Monte doesn't have the biggest dim sum menu but every dish hits."

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#4Dim Sum BoxSan Gabriel · Dim Sum · $$4.4

"Fresh-to-order dim sum in San Gabriel, with standout chicken feet, siu mai, spare ribs, and har gow served in a tiny no-frills dining room."

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#5NBC SeafoodMonterey Park · Dim Sum · $$4.3

"NBC Seafood in Monterey Park is all about speed and the classics. No frills, just dim sum staples served hot and fast from the cart."

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#6Dim Sum ExpressMonterey Park · Dim Sum · $$4.3

"Dim Sum Express in Monterey Park is perfect for a quick, cheap dim sum fix. It's a walk-up window with no seating, so you just order and go."

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#7Ocean BoEl Monte · Dim Sum · $$4.3

Order: Spare ribs with black bean sauce over steamed rice

"Low-key El Monte dim sum with no carts, affordable prices, and restaurant-quality dishes for dine-in or takeout."

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#8Capital Seafood RestaurantArcadia · Dim Sum · $$4.3

"Dim Sum spot in Arcadia. Dim sum."

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#9Lunasia Dim Sum HouseAlhambra · Dim Sum · $$$4.2

"Lunasia in Alhambra is one of SGV's most popular dim sum spots, and it's easy to see why. The portions are huge, the quality is high, and they even serve dim sum for dinner."

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#10Sea Harbour SeafoodRosemead · Dim Sum · $$$4.1

"A longtime Rosemead dim sum destination known for elevated Cantonese classics, specialty buns, and refined presentation."

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#11888 Seafood RestaurantRosemead · Dim Sum · $$4.1

"Dim Sum spot in Rosemead. Dim sum."

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#12Bistro 1968San Gabriel · Dim Sum · $$4.0

"If you want all-you-can-eat dim sum with generous portions and premium dishes without spending too much as well as seafood options for dinner, this is your spot."

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#13Top Island Seafood RestaurantAlhambra · Cantonese · $$4.0

"Old-school Cantonese banquet hall doing dim sum by day and seafood dinners by night, a classic SGV institution."

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#14Tang GongArcadia · Dim Sum · $$$3.9

"A dim sum destination known for its extensive menu, banquet-style dishes, and shareable specialties."

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#15Atlantic Seafood & Dim SumMonterey Park · Dim Sum · $$3.9

"Old-school cart dim sum in Monterey Park with fast service, classic Cantonese dishes, and a more traditional feel."

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#16Longo SeafoodRosemead · Dim Sum · $$3.9

"Busy dim sum favorite with long lines and broad appeal."

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#17Capital SeafoodMonterey Park · Dim Sum · $$3.9

"Dim Sum spot in Monterey Park. Push cart dim sum."

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#18Five Star Seafood RestaurantSan Gabriel · Dim Sum · $$3.9

"Dim Sum spot in San Gabriel. Push cart dim sum."

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#19Chef TonyArcadia · Dim Sum · $$$3.9

"Dim Sum spot in Arcadia. Dim sum."

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#20Grand HarborTemple City · Dim Sum · $3.8

"If you want a spot in SGV with a huge menu and a touch of elegance, Grand Harbor in Temple City might surprise you. You can go for dim sum or dinner."

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#21Big Ma’sRosemead · Cantonese · $$3.6

"One of those SGV spots where you can turn a simple lunch special into a full dim sum meal without spending too much."

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