Dim Sum Chelsea

236 8th Ave, New York, NY 10011, United States
+1 212-645-0100
$$$ Dim sum restaurant
(431 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

Nestled in the heart of Chelsea at 236 8th Ave, Dim Sum Chelsea is a delightful oasis for dim sum enthusiasts in New York City. This inviting restaurant offers an authentic taste of Chinese cuisine with a particular focus on the delightful art of dim sum. From the moment you step inside, you are greeted by a comfortable ambiance, spacious booths, and a charming design that makes you feel right at home.

The menu at Dim Sum Chelsea is a treasure trove of flavors, featuring a variety of delectable dishes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Notable highlights include the Pan Fried Pork Dumplings, which are perfectly crispy on the outside while oozing savory goodness on the inside, and the Wontons in Spicy Sauce, a crowd favorite that strikes a pleasing balance between heat and flavor. For those who are adventurous, the Shanxi Biangbiang Noodles offers a fascinating twist, served with a satisfying stewy broth that embraces you like a warm hug.

The Chef Specials are not to be missed; indulge in the Garlic Vermicelli Shrimp with Vegetables, where succulent shrimp are kissed by fragrant garlic and paired with fresh, crunchy vegetables, or the Minced Fish with Eggplant, a dish that surprises with its rich flavors and expertly balanced texture. Each bite invites you to savor the vibrant flavors unique to Chinese culinary tradition.

Dim Sum Chelsea strikes an admirable balance between casual dining and exceptional quality. Guests can enjoy the ease of a relaxed meal without sacrificing flavor or service, as evidenced by the glowing reviews from satisfied customers. Ivana A. remarked on the "very good" offerings, while Jackie Lopez described it as a local gem where both the food and service shine. Whether you're stopping by for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, the inviting atmosphere and attentive staff ensure a memorable dining experience.

With prices structured to be affordable yet reflective of high-quality ingredients, Dim Sum Chelsea is an excellent choice for anyone looking to experience authentic dim sum in New York City. So whether you're a local or a visitor, make sure to stop by and discover why this restaurant continues to captivate the hearts—and appetites—of its guests. A journey through flavors awaits you at Dim Sum Chelsea!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
From the business
Identifies as Asian-owned
Service options
Offers kerbside pickup
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Transgender safe space
Planning
Reservations required
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours

Monday

11:15 AM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday

11:15 AM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday

11:15 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday

11:15 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday

11:15 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

11:15 AM - 10:00 PM

Sunday

11:15 AM - 10:00 PM

431 Reviews
Ivana A.

09 Nov 2025

Easy restaurant but very good food! - back in NY and back in this restaurant after one year. Confirmed, very good! We had pan fried pork dumpling ( very good) pan fried vegetable dumplings (good) chives shrimp dumplings ( very good) vegetables spring roll ( very good) pork dumpling in spicy sauce ( very good) And many others The menu offers many many things that seems delicious, we’ll come back again! Staff were kind, let us go in even if it was late.

dave I

07 Nov 2025

9/13 me & the GF, Sat dinner. On the light side #2, #21, #19, #25. +Wine. All good. 6/21/25 me & The GF, Saturday dinner. C1 ribs - good and with some heat. #21 wonton in spicy sauce - so good. Pork soup dumplings - always amazing. Moo shu chicken - very nice. And a cold Kirin. Service still great! 9/8 back for solo dinner. I got the Shanxi Biangbiang noodles. Really good, more souplike & similar to Daoxaio noodles. So i got the side of rice at the end and it was perfect! So, do that ;) * Side note: my pics were not loading correctly, had to screenshot and reupload, so that's why they look funky.* 5/10/24 dinner- still good. 12/8 solo dinner - got the special table in the back good to see everyone. I had the Daoxaio noodles -really loved them, I've never had this kind of noodle before. This dish is more of a soup, so next time I'll get a bowl of rice for the end with all that delicious broth and add the rice. Like a post-appetizer. If you like rice i urge you to do the same. They also have my favorite high quality napkins "SimuLinen" - the best, this tells me they care about the customer. 11/19 dinner - tried the C2 ribs, Dry rub. Nice spices & a little heat. Yum! 11/12 dinner - another great meal that started with the cucumber in scallion sauce appetizer, really good, then we had some soup dumplings. Yes I asked for six and they gave us six, only $2 extra . Then number 22 pork dumplings in spicy sauce, they were good. Then we split C1 -ribs and dry sauteed string beans. Everything was delicious. Upgrade to 5 ⭐ 9/25 dinner - so good, i got the house special noodles, nice heat spice and flavor. The GF liked what she had, i can't remember. We had the soup dumplings and a spicy wonton appetizer, they were good. Next time i will ask for 6 soup dumplings and see how well that works... we each want 3. I'll let you know. 4/30/23 back again for dinner with the GF. I had the Dry Hot Noodles - very nice! Would get again. The GF had her favorite chicken and broccoli, really good. We had soup dumplings, they were good, but only 5 per order. :( very hard to split a soup dumpling... 10/1/22 first time here. Me and the GF had a nice dinner. Service was good and friendly. The food tasted good, i liked my soup, I had the Dan Dan noodles, good. The GF had chicken and broccoli - she liked it!

Jackie Lopez

25 Sep 2025

Do not sleep on this gem!!!! I wanted to try a local spot while on vacation in NY, and I am so glad I stumbled across this location. The service and staff are amazing, the food is delicious. I loved the small details like the design on the napkin, and I didn't have to wait to be seated. I wish I could have brought the jasmine tea back to my hotel. I will be coming back to this location on my next visit to NY!

Kyle McCarthy

06 Sep 2025

Nice ambiance and a quiet place, with comfy booths. Disappointing cuisine. Some Chinese food favorites like moo shoo vegetables (mostly cabbage), ribs and roast duck have overly heavy sauces and the dim sum dumplings, while well priced, have very thick dough. Popular for local takeout.

jihon kim

30 Aug 2025

Chongqing style noodles soup was really genuine and nice! Brazed beef noodle soup was also delicious. Dumplings in hot sauce (not very spicy) were good as well. Prices were reasonable and staff were very friendly. Quite spacious inside.

Olivia Celice

17 Aug 2025

This place ranks supreme in quality. The team is super friendly and energetic and gave us top notch service throughout the night! I would definitely visit again - the setting was peaceful and staff were helpful. The food quality enhanced the dining experience. This restaurant has countless excellent qualities.

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