My family and I love coming here on Sundays when they have their dim sum carts. We usually go early…read moreright when they open because it does it packed. It is a large location and they have a good variety of items. They are even open on holidays and we have had a lot of lovely memories there. I would recommend this place if you're in the area or want to try dim sum dishes.

The food was average, but the service was an absolute horror story. They withheld our credit card…read morefor an eternity until we ask for it. Because of the terrible experience, we left a 5% tip. When we leave, a male waiter physically blocked the exit, trapping us inside the restaurant. He aggressively demanded a higher tip, yelling that their minimum tip requirement is 15%. When we refused to comply with this forced fee, he resorted to severe verbal aggression, screaming at us and yelling that we should never come back. Having lived in the US for 20 years, I have never experienced such unsafe, lawless behavior over a tipping dispute. Stay away! Any they delete my Google review.

- Busy during Labor Day lunch, with most tables already occupied when we arrived; typical…read moreChinese-style setup with two separate dining areas - Staff were very friendly and welcoming; the hostess, who also helps wait tables, was warm and attentive; pushcart ladies were friendly and never pushy with their dim sum - Food was served hot and fresh: all the dishes we tried were well prepared and delivered the classic, satisfying dim sum flavors we were looking for!

I used to frequent this restaurant before moving to PA. It used to be known simply as "West Lake."…read moreI am not sure when or why "Plum House" was added to the signage. For me, this is the go-to restaurant for Cantonese cuisine due to its variety, authenticity, and menu choices. Aside from weekend dim sum, my go-to dish was the chicken pan-fried noodles. I met up with my old colleagues a few weeks ago when I was in the area. I was glad to be able to visit this restaurant again; our original choice was closed on Tuesdays, like many others. Braised Eggplant & Chicken with Salted Fish ($25): A uniquely authentic Hong Kong dish that I rarely get to try. Delicious. I would definitely order it again. Lufa & Fresh Tofu Skin in Chicken Sauce ($22): The tofu skin was a bit tough to chew, but this is another dish that is not commonly available in standard Chinese restaurants. Beef with String Bean ($21): On point. Dry Beef Chow Fun ($20): This is a common dish found in most Chinese restaurants. It was a bit lacking in flavor, but the texture of the chow fun was perfectly rendered. Pork Chop with Salt & Pepper ($19) Another classic fare. Crispy and tasty, with jalapeños to boot. Unlimited complimentary tea was served, and the staff was attentive and friendly. Decors and ambiance were good for any occasion. It was an excellent evening spent at West Lake Plum House.

Come here almost every time I'm in the area. Always great service, and a nice atmosphere every…read moretime. Food can take a while but it's worth the wait! I recommend the family dinner combo if you have a plus one. I don't write reviews often, but I figured I shown give this place some recognition. :)

We came here yesterday for lunch. The front desk was very nice and sat us pretty quick. However,…read moredue to the New Year, it was very chaotic. The parking lot was packed but the issue was the folks who double parked. Anyway, it took awhile for the ladies with the carts to come to our table and the food was good. Will I come back? Yes most likely.

If you're looking for authentic food or something different or just a great selection of dumplings…read morelook no further.THE Best in Monmouth County and although I'm not qualified best food in NJ. Got introduced to this place over a decade ago by my Asian friends and I have become a regular since then It's a hole in the wall in a shabby strip mall but don't let it bother you. You can eat in the sparse dining area help yourself to hot tea . It's the perfect take out place not a place for elegant dining. Not sure what to eat? Check out the white boards usually something for everyone For me the dumplings are the stars.

Picked up for takeout. The parking lot is relatively spacious, and the inside dining is intimate. I…read moreplaced an order online, and the food was ready in about 15 min. - Chicken Chow Fun, (5/5): noodles were super slurpy, soft and chewy. chicken was soooo tender too. I usually douse chow fun in hot oil but tbh I didn't need to for this one. love it! - Shanghai Style Rice Cakes, (5/5): chewy chewy rice cakes YUM. the pork was well seasoned and I really enjoyed the salty veggie bits Excellent service and food was great. I bet it tastes even better if you dine in! that's all from me ty for reading :^)

Food was incredibly flavorful. Service was one of a kind…read more Ambiance is good but i hope they will change their carpet soon...

Always love to come for dimsum during lunch time. It's really busy so come early or late, avoid the…read morerush time. Authentic dimsum experience with carts, people shouting and narrow walkways. Be prepared to order food away once you get your table. Fresh ingredients, quick service. Definitely recommend shrimp dumplings, shu mai, radish cake.

Who would have thought that in Green Brook which is not necessarily widely known for Asian food,…read morewould have such fantastic Cantonese food. Better than a lot of places in Flushing & Chinatown and even the San Gabriel Valley in CA! Highly recommend the Salt & Pepper Grouper. It's deep fried and has the same seasoning as the popular Fried Squid with Salt & Pepper, but better! The fish is much more tender than squid. The batter is crispy and not oily at all. Also delicious was the Shrimp with Black Bean Sauce. Not on the menu. Will definitely be coming back in the future to try their other dishes and dim sum as well.

This restaurant is the go to place in central Jersey for great Cantonese cuisine. It is always…read moreextremely crowded during the weekend. Highly recommend making a reservation for any party of 5 people and above. Food is always excellent. Service is great. The decoration of the restaurant is very bright with different sizes of tables. BYOB.

Cute bubble tea (and other food) spot located in an easily accessible strip mall, with plenty of…read moreparking. Lots of bubble tea flavors available. We were quickly and warmly greeted by the young woman working behind the desk. She was finishing up an order and then took ours. I always stick to my tried and true favorite of Thai milk tea with boba. I would give my Thai tea a 4/5- it was tasty, but lacked a bit of the stronger/earthy flavors other Thai teas have. My husband got the pineapple tea. He forgot to request boba, so his was just the drink without the bubbles. I liked the stronger flavor of his tea more than mine. The cups were adorable, with cat shaped covers and ears popping up. If you are heading down the shore and are in the mood for a bubble tea, this is a good option. They also offer tangulu (fruit dipped in crunchy, clear sugar coating). We did not try it this time, but I will definitely be back to give it a taste. Very unique menu item that isn't found in many others places!

Food here is awesome. Fresh, tasty, good portions, worth every penny. Buns & soup dumplings are…read moreto die for! Check them out.

First the good news: I happen to be craving Peking Duck, with all the trimmings and presentation…read more. Every part of it was authentic and delicious; like we used to get in flushing and Chinatown. It looked great also!! Now the not so good news. I actually felt uncomfortable eating there. Everyone seemed unfriendly, or cold at best. It was as if asking for another napkin or ice water annoyed them! I had to deduct 2 stars for that and I'll tell you why. We all know that restaurant prices shot up after Covid, and we understand, and willingly pay it.. The least you can do is make the diners feel welcomed. I won't lie; I would only go back because the Peking duck was SO good.. They might want to work on their people skills or not take the job if it is annoying to them.. Don't take your attitude out on us paying customers; sorry.

Went back a couple times and it's still a solid place for Cantonese food and dim sum…read more Some of the dim sum items are a bit too sweet compared to most other dim sum places, for example, the egg yolk bun filling could be a little more savory to add a extra dimension, and the "Snow White bun" topping could be less sweet. But overall, the quality is good. I noticed when leaving that they are changing ownership starting Feb 1, 2026. Hope the place would still maintain its high quality after the transition.

Canton Palace offers authentic dim sum like the kind you'd find in Flushing, but right here in…read moredowntown Somerville, NJ! I went on a weekday for lunch. Both the dim sum menu and a lunch menu with standard Chinese restaurant fare were available. My party got the general tso's chicken from the lunch menu, and it was exceptional. Good-quality white meat with just enough spice. Heads up, though, the lunch dishes don't come with rice, so order that separately. From the dim sum menu, we ordered braised tripe with ginger & scallion, fried shrimp rolls, shrimp dumplings, steamed chicken buns, and crab meat soup dumplings. The braised tripe was a standout. It was cooked in a light yet flavorful sauce of ginger and scallion with the tripe's own broth. The delicateness of the sauce worked perfectly with the tripe. The dumplings were all great, especially the soup dumplings. The steamed chicken bun was the only thing I'd skip. It was on the heavier side, and the filling was just okay. The bill came out to about what I expected for the amount of food we ordered--$65 before tip. The service was friendly, and taking our order and getting the food was quick. After the food arrived, though, it was a little difficult to flag down a server to order more and later to get the check. Still, it was understandable given how busy they were, constantly collecting orders and putting out food. Overall, Canton Palace is a great find for anyone looking for this style of Chinese food outside of the usual New York neighborhoods.

Experience was not what was expected. Prices are high, service mediocre. Wonton soup was room…read moretemperature. Sautéed pork and Chinese greens were steamed. Not sautéed. GROSS. As someone who cooks I was extremely disappointed. I should have sent back but they didn't seem to have any interest in our experience & there was a language barrier. Gets a star because hot and sour soup was fine and was heated appropriately and the sesame chicken with broccoli was good. Also can't give zero stars here...... wish I could. They charge $4 for rice and then grudgingly package it with leftovers. Entire restaurant had open tables but they stuck us against the servers alley that leads to kitchen. We had the staff behind us at a large table chattering away loudly while we tried to eat and talk. It was a mess. My husband paid the server in cash. They attempted to keep our change. I had to repeat myself multiple times asking for our change to come back. It almost seemed deliberate. So unprofessional. And yet my kind husband tipped the waitstaff generously; he's far kinder than I would have been. Not a class act restaurant. Will NEVER go back. REGRET that we chose this restaurant on our day out. =(

I just cannot justify the price for this place anymore unfortunately. I really want to love it, but…read morethird time going might be the last time in a long time. 7PM dinner and there's no one. I wonder why.

Only group here on a Sunday for lunch. Thought there was Dim Sum but there is none. Authentic since…read morethe waitress mostly speaks Chinese. The menu is mostly in English which is helpful. Jasmine tea is served. 1. Shrimp fried rice - Delicious, not that salty. Average portion. 2. Flat noodles - Also right amount of sauce and a good portion. Very good. 3. Beef with broccoli - Fresh crunchy broccoli with beef that is tender and flavorful. 4. Hot and sour soup - A bit starchy and sour but was good still and a big bowl for the bigger size. 5. Seafood pancake - Fried well and delicious. Not too much seafood inside. Overall a good experience and authentic Chinese food. Surprised no one else walked in but there was some take out.