The Best Dim Sum Restaurants in Paris

The Best Dim Sum Restaurants in Paris

Updated by Vanessa M in June 2023.

Dim Sum dining needs little introduction. If you’ve done it before then thats likely why you’ve found your way to this page. If not, then allow me to change your world for the better.

Dim Sum is the Chinese cuisine comprised of either steamed or fried dumplings. Said dumplings usually contain an array of tasty fillings that range from meats to vegetables.

YOOM Rive Droite in Paris – by YOOM Rive Droite – Uploaded by them

One enjoys the meal with sides of Asian sauces and (if you’re me) chilis.

Dim Sum is found in most major cities of the world thanks to the vast migration of the Chinese people. In the south of Paris one finds Chinatown; the largest Chinatown in Europe at that.

Here are the best, tried and tested, dim sum restaurants in the French capital.

LiLi in Paris

Lili is a short walk down the southmost street off of the Arc de Triomphe. It falls under the very beautiful and very famous Chaillot neighborhood .

A few things you should know about LiLi: it’s expensive, prepare to treat yourself and for it to be well worth it.  The dim sum menu is only available during lunch service, between 12pm and 2pm.

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LiLi is easily the most beautiful Chinese restaurant in Paris, from interior through to ambiance they’ve outdone themselves. Unsurprisingly the restaurant is part of the Peninsula Hotel, so class is a given. Enjoy a drink at the hotel bar if there isn’t a table available right away.

Start with their wonton soup if you’re going with intent to experience the whole menu.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Tuesday TO Saturday – 12pm to 2pm // 7pm to 10pm

ADDRESS: 19 Avenue Kléber, 75116 Paris, France

METRO STATION: Kléber

Dim Sum House Restaurant in Paris

The name of this spot is slightly misleading, but the food compensates.

Dim Sum House isn’t so much of a “dim sum house” as it is a Chinese buffet with a small dim sum menu as an accompaniment. Perhaps the name draws crowds or perhaps they consider the few dim sum on offer their specialty; either way we must be clear on what to expect.

Dim Sum House Restaurant in Paris – by Dim Sum House – Sourced from their Facebook

Dim Sum House does simple and affordable Chinese. At lunch the buffet will cost you a mere €11, and at dinner €17. There are a wider range of foods during dinner service. Dim sum is ordered independently of the buffet and is equally as affordable.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: MONDAY TO Saturday – 12PM to 2:15PM // 7Pm to 10:30PM

ADDRESS: 4 Rue des Fossés Saint-Jacques, 75005 Paris, France

METRO STATION: Maubert – Mutualité

Chez Ann in Paris

Chez Ann is a wonderful modern take on traditional dim sum cuisine. You’ll find it in the 10th arrondissement down the street from the Grevin Museum.

The menu holds all of the Chinese mains and dim sum options you’d expect to find in an authentic establishment. To keep things more up to date, however, Chez Ann have incorporated vegan and gluten free dim sum options into their menu, opening their restaurant up to a much wider market.

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The food is incredible. Strange to find Japanese dishes like edamame and wakame on a traditional Chinese menu, but crowd pleasers nonetheless.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: MONDAY TO Saturday – 12pm to 3pm //  7pm TO 4PM

ADDRESS: 29 Rue de l’Échiquier, 75010 Paris, France

METRO STATION: Bonne Nouvelle

Shang Palace in Paris

Shang Palace is the closest dim sum to the Eiffel Tower, located right next to the Trocadéro Gardens on the Right Bank of the westside; which will become the Left Bank if you were to move east? Its confusing, yes.

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The Shang Palace is an exquisite Chinese establishment. You’ll come for the dim sum and find it hard to resist a side dish or two as well. Walk it off on the bank of the Seine by night afterwards, the Eiffel Tower light show arriving on the hour!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Monday to Sunday – 12pm to 2pm // 7pm to 10pm

ADDRESS: 10 Avenue d’Iéna, 75116 Paris, France

METRO STATION: Alma-Marceau

YOOM Rive Droite in Paris

YOOM is a gem; situated in lower Pigalle just south of where the free guided walking tours start from.

Its a hip, no-frills spot where dim sum is the main focus and it shows. They also make fabulous steam buns which are a filled, doughy addition to usual dim sum cuisine.

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At lunch you can opt for their combo deal which includes a soup, a salad and a range of dim sum for just €15.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Tuesday TO Saturday – 12PM – 4PM // 6:30PM – 10pm

ADDRESS: 20 Rue des Martyrs, 75009 Paris, France

METRO STATION: Saint-Georges

Tricotin in Paris

Tricotin is the restaurant in actual Chinatown where eating dim sum is a must. Most of the other restaurants in this neighborhood center around traditional Chinese main meals instead of putting any energy into dim sum.

Try their bao and thank me later!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Monday TO Sunday – 9am to 11:10pm

ADDRESS: 15 Avenue de Choisy, 75013 Paris, France

METRO STATION: Maison Blanche

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Diep in Paris

Being so close to the Champs Élysées, Diep does customer service well. In traditional Asian style all meals are preceded by complimentary fresh fruits to cleanse the palette.

Their dim sum is perfectly steamed and never too chewy. They have wonderful vegetarian options and a few that can be altered into vegan. Unfortunately no gluten free dim sum on the menu as of yet.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: MONDAY TO SUNDAY – 12PM to 3PM // 7Pm to 12aM

ADDRESS: 55 Rue Pierre Charron, 75008 Paris, France

METRO STATION: George V

Tai-yien Sarl in Paris

Pleasant ambiance, unbelievably affordable pricing, fantastic food and service, right in the heart of the vibrant district of Belleville — what more do you need?

They’ll usually offer complementary soup to start with, remind them if they forget!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: MONDAY TO SUNDAY – 10AM TO 11:30PM

ADDRESS: 5 Rue de Belleville, 75019 Paris, France

METRO STATION: Belleville

Le Bar à Huîtres

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Le Bar à Huîtres serves tender, delectable fish fresh from the sea. Garry Dorr’s creation, Le Bar à Huîtres, has several locations throughout the city and is a favorite destination for seafood lovers.

This restaurant is exceedingly sophisticated and serves high-quality fish. However, it is quite pricey (a filet of sole costs 64 euros!) and oysters are the price of gold. So come prepared. This store is in Paris’ 5th Arrondissement. Fresh catch is used in the preparations, ensuring top quality.

This restaurant, located in the Saint-Germain neighborhood, is a short walk from major sights such as Place des Vosges and Victor Hugo’s former apartment.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: wed-sat; 10 am-2 pm, 4-10 pm

ADDRESS: 9 Rue Rontaunay, Saint-Denis 97400, Réunion

METRO STATION: Cluny – La Sorbonne stop

Imperial Treasure

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If you’re looking for traditional Chinese cuisine in a rich and elegant environment close to the Champs Elysées, this is the place to go. A renowned Shanghai chef prepares dishes such as imperial shrimp carabinero with sticky rice, Peking duck, and smoked eel with green tea in accordance with time-honored tradition. Fine ingredients, delicate flavors, and faultless service. Lunchtime dim sum is a must.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: wed-sat; 12-2:30 pm, 7-10:30 pm/Sun; 12-2 pm, 7-10:30 pm

ADDRESS: 44 Rue de Bassano, 75008 Paris, France

METRO STATION: Saint-Michel Notre-Dame

les pâtes vivantes Paris

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This is a good traditional Chinese canteen with inventive and delectable cuisine located in the center of the market district. While not entirely a dim sum restaurant, Vivantes is popular for Chinese dishes.

This includes anything from numerous wok varieties (vegetable chop suey, chives, or eggplant) to various pork bellies and sautéed beef. The foods originate in Lanzhou, Gansu Province, and include homemade pasta and soup recipes. The variety of dishes will delight you, and they are delectable. Come rediscover traditional Chinese cuisine.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS:mon-fri; 12-3 pm, 7-11 pm/ sat-sun; 12-3:30 pm, 7-11 pm

ADDRESS: 3 R. de Turbigo, 75001 Paris, France

METRO STATION: Hôtel de Ville

Le Royal China

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Both this restaurant and Galerie Sator may be quite appealing to travelers. Here you can learn about Cantonese and Chinese cuisines. Nothing beats the taste of perfectly cooked bao, dim sum, and ravioli. To build a judgment about Le Royal China, try good crepes, brioches, and parfait.

The knowledgeable staff represents the style and personality of this establishment. This restaurant’s reasonable prices will pleasantly surprise you. The fantastic decor and warm ambiance make clients feel at ease here.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: sat-mon and wed-thu; 11:30 am-11 pm/Fri; 10:30 am-11 pm

ADDRESS: 85 Rue Beaubourg, 75003 Paris, France

METRO STATION: