Quick Answer
The best dim sum in North York is The Queen Seafood Cuisine at 900 Don Mills Rd for upscale Cantonese dim sum with a weekday early bird special — all dim sum $5.80 before 11 AM. For a heritage dining experience, Casa Imperial at 4125 Steeles Ave E serves Hong Kong-style dim sum inside a Victorian mansion. For the best value, On Hing BBQ at Peanut Plaza (3030 Don Mills Rd) serves classic dim sum starting at $5 per dish.
The 4 Best Dim Sum Spots in North York
Ranked by food quality, value, experience, and social buzz. All prices and details verified March 2026.
Top Pick
1
The Queen Seafood Cuisine
900 Don Mills Rd, Unit 2, North York, ON M3C 1V6
$$ (Mid-range) — Early bird: all dim sum $5.80 before 11 AM weekdays
What to Order
The full dim sum menu features 40+ items alongside seafood banquet dishes. Opened May 2025 by the Congee Queen team, this upscale Cantonese spot delivers on both dim sum and seafood. The weekday early bird deal is one of the best in North York.
4.2 on TripAdvisor. Featured on blogTO and trending on TikTok.
Best Value
2
On Hing BBQ
Peanut Plaza, 3030 Don Mills Rd, North York
$5 – $9 per dish (Budget)
What to Order
Honey Glazed BBQ Pork — rivals high-end spots at half the price. The Curry Cuttlefish is the secret menu sleeper hit. Classic Shrimp Dumplings (Har Gow) are executed perfectly.
Reddit r/askTO: "Best hidden gem/cheap eats in North York" (210 upvotes). TikTok @hidden_gems_to "Peanut Plaza secrets" feature.
Classic Choice
3
Pearl
291 York Mills Rd, North York
$9 – $16 per dish
What to Order
Har Gow (Shrimp Dumplings) — the benchmark classic, done properly. The Baked BBQ Pork Buns have a flaky golden top. Finish with Mango Pudding for dessert.
Google Maps: 4.0 stars (800+ reviews). Known as the most "accessible luxury" spot for Bayview Village shoppers.
Dim Sum Institution
4
Crown Prince Fine Dining & Banquet
3600 Victoria Park Ave, Unit 1-7, North York, ON M2H 3B2
$$–$$$ (Mid-high)
What to Order
Steamed Bun with Custard & Egg Yolk — a sweet, rich must-order. The Har Gow and Siu Mai are consistently well-executed, and the Seafood Soup Dumpling is a standout. Ornate Hong Kong-British/French Renaissance decor with chandeliers and bigger-than-average portions.
245 reviews / 1,271 photos on Yelp. Featured on Bite of TO.
Best Dim Sum Near North York (Worth the Drive)
These spots are just outside North York in Scarborough, Richmond Hill, and Markham — all within a 15-minute drive and worth the trip for dim sum fans.
Heritage Setting
Casa Imperial Fine Chinese Cuisine
4125 Steeles Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1W 3T4
$$–$$$ (Mid-high)
What to Order
Chicken feet in chu-hou sauce — a traditional standout. The swallow's nest with shredded abalone is a luxury pick, and the ginger rice cake is a satisfying finish. Housed in the historic Hood-Gough House (Victorian mansion) with baroque-style art throughout.
264 reviews / 926 photos on Yelp. Featured on Global Toronto Eats.
XLB Specialist
Yu Garden
8750 Bayview Ave, Richmond Hill, ON (15 min from North York)
$8 – $15 per dish
What to Order
Crab Meat Xiao Long Bao — the best soup dumplings near North York. The Crispy Rice Roll with Shrimp is a close second. End with the Pan-fried Pork Buns for a satisfying crunch.
Google Maps: 4.2 stars (1,500+ reviews). Frequently cited for "authentic Shanghai-style" influence on dim sum.
All-Rounder
Skyview Fusion Cuisine
8261 Woodbine Ave, Markham, ON (10 min from Scarborough border)
$8 – $14 per dish
What to Order
Bird's Nest Egg Tarts — a culinary experience you won't find elsewhere. The Scallop & Pea Tip Dumplings are refined, and the Steamed Beef Tripe with Ginger is a traditional must for adventurous eaters.
Google Maps: 4.4 stars (3,200+ reviews). XiaoHongShu: "Wait times exceed 90 mins on weekends — go early."
Upscale Seafood Dim Sum
Seafood Princess
3601 Victoria Park Ave, Scarborough, ON M1W 3Y3 (5 min from North York)
$$–$$$ (Mid-high) — Early bird: all dim sum $6.95 before 11 AM (cash only), 10% cash discount after
What to Order
Siu Mai and Lobster & Phoenix Eye Dumpling are the standouts. The Seafood Roll with Black Caviar is a luxury pick, and the truffle-infused dumplings add a modern twist to the classic Cantonese menu.
31 reviews / 304 photos on Yelp. Active social presence on XiaoHongShu and Instagram.
What's Trending Right Now
New openings, viral spots, and social media buzz in the North York dim sum scene. Verified March 2026.
New Opening
Luna Private Banquets — The "Antisocial" Dim Sum Experience
Markham/North York border
blogTO • 22K shares
The biggest dim sum opening of 2026. 26 private rooms, each with its own washroom. blogTO called it "the restaurant that doesn't want you to see other diners." Perfect for private celebrations or family gatherings where you want complete privacy. Note: some early reviews flag average food quality and slow service — the draw is the experience, not necessarily the dumplings.
Viral on TikTok
Seafood Princess — $98 Lobster Seafood Combo
Scarborough/North York border
TikTok • 45K views • XiaoHongShu • 2.1K likes
The current "value king" for luxury dim sum. Their $98 lunch set for two includes lobster, sea cucumber, and abalone — ingredients that cost $150+ elsewhere. The "Beauties" wall decor is XiaoHongShu gold.
Premium
Yu Seafood (Yorkdale) — High-End Status Dining
Yorkdale Shopping Centre
XiaoHongShu • 3.5K bookmarks
The heavyweight of the North York core. Searches for "North York's most expensive dim sum" lead here. Consistently validated on Reddit as the highest-quality option for special occasions like Lunar New Year.
Reliable Favourite
Chef 88 Elite — The Family Gathering Go-To
North York/Leslie area
Reddit • 127 upvotes • Google 4+ stars
The "Old Guard" winner from the Reddit "Best GTA Dim Sum 2025/2026" thread. Not the most Instagrammable, but consistently high quality for family gatherings. If you want reliable dim sum without the hype, this is it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best dim sum in North York?
The Queen Seafood Cuisine at 900 Don Mills Rd is the best overall dim sum in North York. Opened by the Congee Queen team in 2025, their upscale Cantonese dim sum menu features 40+ items with a weekday early bird special. For a unique heritage experience, Casa Imperial at 4125 Steeles Ave E serves Hong Kong-style dim sum inside a Victorian mansion.
What is the cheapest dim sum near North York?
On Hing BBQ at Peanut Plaza (3030 Don Mills Rd) offers the best value with dishes starting at $5–9. Their Honey Glazed BBQ Pork and Har Gow rival expensive spots at half the price. Seafood Princess at 3601 Victoria Park Ave also offers early bird dim sum at $6.95 before 11 AM (cash only).
Where can I get traditional dim sum in North York?
Crown Prince Fine Dining & Banquet at 3600 Victoria Park Ave in North York is a long-standing dim sum institution with ornate Hong Kong-style decor and chandeliers. Their Steamed Bun with Custard & Egg Yolk and Har Gow are traditional favourites served with bigger-than-average portions.
Is there good dim sum near Bayview Village?
Pearl at 291 York Mills Rd is the top dim sum choice near Bayview Village, offering accessible luxury with classic Har Gow and Baked BBQ Pork Buns at $9–16 per dish. The Queen Seafood Cuisine at 900 Don Mills Rd is also a short drive away, with 40+ dim sum items and a weekday early bird special.
What are the best soup dumplings (XLB) in North York?
Yu Garden at 8750 Bayview Ave, Richmond Hill (near the North York border) has the best Xiao Long Bao, with their Crab Meat XLB being the signature order. Casa Imperial at 4125 Steeles Ave E also offers Hong Kong-style dim sum in a unique heritage Victorian mansion setting.
What is the best dim sum for groups and families?
Crown Prince Fine Dining & Banquet at 3600 Victoria Park Ave is ideal for families with its ornate banquet-hall setting and bigger-than-average portions. Chef 88 Elite near Leslie is a reliable family gathering spot. For special occasions, Yu Seafood at Yorkdale Mall offers premium seafood dim sum in a modern setting.
What new dim sum restaurants opened near North York in 2026?
Luna Private Banquets near the Markham/North York border is the biggest opening of 2026, featuring 26 private rooms. It went viral on blogTO (22K shares) for its "antisocial dining" concept. Seafood Princess at the Scarborough/North York border is trending for their $98 Lobster Seafood Combo for two.
