Where can I eat the best Dim Sum in Istanbul?

There are 13 restaurants serving Dim Sum in Istanbul. Top picks: 852 Hong Kong Cafe Restaurant, Isokyo, Jie - Chinese, Japanese, Thai Cuisine, NAKKAŞ.

What are the main ingredients in Dim Sum?

The main ingredients in Dim Sum are: Har gow (ince pirinç hamuru + karides),siu mai (wonton hamuru + domuz/karides),char siu bao (yumuşak ya da çıtır poğaça + barbekü domuz eti),cheung fun (buharlı pirinç erişte rulosu),jasmine veya pu-erh çayı

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Dim Sum in Istanbul

Q: What is Dim Sum?

Dim Sum is a dish that originates from Dim sum — Cantonese for 'touch the heart' — is a centuries-old Hong Kong and southern Chinese brunch tradition of small steamed and fried dishes served in bamboo baskets with tea (yum cha). Classic pieces include har gow (shrimp dumplings), siu mai (open pork dumplings), char siu bao (BBQ pork buns) and cheung fun (rice noodle rolls). Istanbul's Chinese restaurants serve dim sum primarily as a shared lunch or starter spread.. Restaurants in Istanbul serving Dim Sum.

Restaurants in Istanbul serving Dim Sum.

13 restaurantsMost common in: Şişli, Caferağa Mahallesi, Levazım MahallesiTürkçe →

🌍 Origin

Dim sum — Cantonese for 'touch the heart' — is a centuries-old Hong Kong and southern Chinese brunch tradition of small steamed and fried dishes served in bamboo baskets with tea (yum cha). Classic pieces include har gow (shrimp dumplings), siu mai (open pork dumplings), char siu bao (BBQ pork buns) and cheung fun (rice noodle rolls). Istanbul's Chinese restaurants serve dim sum primarily as a shared lunch or starter spread.

🧂 Key Ingredients

har gow (thin rice dough + shrimp)siu mai (wonton dough + pork/shrimp)char siu bao (soft or crispy bun + BBQ pork)cheung fun (steamed rice noodle roll)jasmine or pu-erh tea

🍽️ How to Eat

Order dim sum as a table-wide shared experience — dishes are small and meant to be tried in groups. Use the bamboo steamer lid as a plate. Always pour tea for others before yourself. Start with the lightest steameds (har gow), move to fried pieces. A traditional dim sum session is as much about the tea and conversation as the food.

852 Hong Kong Cafe Restaurant

Caferağa Mahallesi · Chinese · ₺₺

★ 4.9

500

852 Hong Kong Cafe is Istanbul's only dedicated full Cantonese dim sum and handmade noodle restaurant, run by a family with a chef from Hong Kong. Located in Caferağa, Kadıköy. Exceptional ratings across all platforms. Small, intimate space — reservations are essential.

Dim SumHar GowSiu MaiChar Siu BaoHandmade Noodles

Isokyo

Levazım Mahallesi · Sushi & Japanese · ₺₺₺₺

★ 4.8

580

Isokyo is Istanbul's premier pan-Asian restaurant, located inside Raffles Istanbul Hotel at Zorlu Center, Beşiktaş. Michelin Guide Istanbul listed with a 4.8 rating. The restaurant spans Japanese (sushi, ramen), Chinese (dim sum, wok), Thai and Vietnamese cuisines in a stunning multi-level space. One of the most celebrated dining experiences in the city.

Dim SumSushiPeking DuckPad ThaiRamen

Jie - Chinese, Japanese, Thai Cuisine

Barbaros Mahallesi · Asya Mutfağı · ₺₺₺

★ 4.7

320

Jie is an Asian fusion restaurant in Ataşehir, Istanbul, combining Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisine under one roof. Serving sushi, wok dishes, dumplings and curries, Jie offers one of the few genuine pan-Asian dining experiences on Istanbul's Asian shore.

SushiDim SumPad ThaiPekin ÖrdeğiRamen

NAKKAŞ

Üsküdar · Asian Restaurant · ₺₺

★ 4.7

2.2K

NAKKAŞ is a asian restaurant restaurant in Üsküdar, Üsküdar, Istanbul.

Pad ThaiFried RiceSpring RollDim SumMiso Çorbası

Shang Palace

Sinanpaşa Mahallesi · Chinese · ₺₺₺₺

★ 4.5

501

Shang Palace is the fine dining Chinese restaurant of Shangri-La Bosphorus Hotel in Sinanpaşa, Beşiktaş. Authentic Cantonese cuisine by Chinese chefs. The weekday dim sum lunch, Peking duck and wok-fried specialties are highlights. Elegant Chinese décor with Bosphorus access. Reservations recommended.

Dim SumPeking DuckWok-Fried LobsterXiao Long Bao

Hakkasan Istanbul

Kuruçeşme Mahallesi · Chinese · ₺₺₺₺

★ 4.3

177

Hakkasan Istanbul is the Turkish outpost of the global Hakkasan brand, located inside the Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus hotel in Kuruçeşme. Michelin Guide Istanbul listed. Serves modern Cantonese cuisine — Peking duck, dim sum, wok-fired dishes — in a dramatic black-lacquer interior with Bosphorus terrace. Reservations essential.

Peking DuckDim SumBlack Pepper Rib-EyeJasmine Tea Smoked Chicken

Tian Xiang Fu

Esentepe Mahallesi · Chinese · ₺₺

★ 4.2

Tian Xiang Fu in Esentepe, Şişli is a go-to for Istanbul's Chinese expat community and those seeking genuine Chinese flavors. The menu features classic dim sum, hot pots, mapo tofu, and wok dishes. Less adapted for local palates than most Turkish-Chinese restaurants.

Dim SumMapo TofuHot PotChar Siu Bao

Çin Büfe

İstanbul · Chinese Restaurant · ₺₺

★ 4.2

Çin Büfe is a chinese restaurant restaurant in İstanbul, Beşiktaş, Istanbul.

Kung Pao ChickenFried RiceDim SumSpring RollPeking Duck

Dragon Restaurant Bebek

Bebek Mahallesi · Chinese · ₺₺₺

★ 4.1

Dragon Restaurant Bebek is the Bosphorus-side branch of the Dragon brand, offering Chinese cuisine with a prime terrace in Bebek. The setting elevates the dining experience with water views, and the menu mirrors the Harbiye branch: dim sum, Peking duck, and Cantonese classics.

Dim SumPeking DuckSeafood Fried RiceSpring Rolls

Dragon Restaurant Harbiye

Harbiye Mahallesi · Chinese · ₺₺₺

Dragon Restaurant in Harbiye is one of Istanbul's established Chinese dining institutions. The menu spans Cantonese and Sichuan-influenced dishes including dim sum, Peking duck, and wok-fried seafood. Preferred by business diners and families seeking authentic Chinese cuisine.

Dim SumPeking DuckKung Pao ChickenHot and Sour Soup

Dragon Restaurant

Şişli · Chinese Restaurant · ₺₺

Dragon Restaurant is a chinese restaurant restaurant in Şişli, Beşiktaş, Istanbul.

Kung Pao ChickenFried RiceDim SumSpring RollPeking Duck

Tian Xiang Fu Small Hotpot

Şişli · Chinese Restaurant · ₺₺

Tian Xiang Fu Small Hotpot is a chinese restaurant restaurant in Şişli, Şişli, Istanbul.

Kung Pao ChickenFried RiceDim SumSpring RollPeking Duck

Toro

Sarıyer · Asian Restaurant · ₺₺

Toro is a asian restaurant restaurant in Sarıyer, Sarıyer, Istanbul.