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Service was fast since they are all pre made and kept in a warmer. I've should have read it better before going. They make them in the back room and freeze them for bulk resale so you can buy a bag and steam them at home. Meatballs were fine. Har gao was tasty but white wrapper was a bit thick but you would need that it you are steaming them at home. Shu mai was made with all pork as little flavor, I only ate one of four. The wrap rice was made with I think jasmine rice instead of sticky rice. Filling was ground pork and a few slices of pork. The best was the1 1/4 of Chinese sausage. Only ate half. Maybe it was because they didn't have a good chili oil. Only three tables. I guess it would be better steamed to eat at home.
We eagerly arrived 8 minutes before they opened so we can get a seat. I'm glad we did bc there's only three tables and a window counter area to sit. For the cost, convenience and quick service, this place was awesome. We basically ordered almost everything :) Ha gow - great Siu Mai - amazing and I usually don't eat these. Wonton - had to get a second bowl Vegetarian eggroll - delicious BBQ pork buns - a must have (per kiddos) Spare ribs and rice - I didn't eat much of the rice but the spare ribs were really good Sesame boa - just had to try it because I've never tried one before and it was different but not bad. Congee - it had pork and a century old egg. I'm sure this would be great to many people but I can't stomach the century old eggs. =\ Sesame ball - it has a red bean paste and it was actually delicious and I don't like red beans Overall, the ladies who were working on Sunday morning were great. They were super helpful and provided soy sauce when they overheard us talking about it at our table. Service was super quick. I'm sure they were surprised on how much we could eat. :) I had to try everything. I actually was going to get about Siu Mai but I think I would have exploded. I will definitely be coming back! I wish you opened up a shop in my town.
It is inexpensive for a lot of protein. But the dim sum, bao, and over the rice dishes are very lean, very tough, and while I appreciate the bit of healthiness it is just not that great.
Decent Prices But Disappointing Quality I'd heard about this dim sum takeout/counter-service spot in Chinatown for a couple of years, and finally stopped by one morning to check it out. The menu is posted on the wall with all the classic dim sum items listed at reasonable prices--most around $5 for four pieces. The sticky rice in lotus leaf runs about $6 each. I ordered four items: shrimp dumplings, pork dumplings, sticky rice, and pork bean curd wraps. Service was quick and friendly, and the server spoke English, Cantonese, and Mandarin as advertised. There are only three small tables along the wall, so it's really more of a takeout spot than a dine-in experience. They're well-stocked with frozen items--BBQ pork buns, dumplings, and other dim sum--so you can take them home to steam yourself. The hot food is kept in a steam display case, and they ask whether your order is for dine-in or takeout. (Note: there's a small charge for a plastic bag, so bring your own if you can.) Once home, I reheated everything. The pork dumplings were disappointing--too much filler, barely any pork flavour, and the wrappers were loose, clearly machine-made. The shrimp dumplings had the same wrapper issue. The pork bean curd wraps were the best of the bunch--decently flavourful. The sticky rice came nicely wrapped in lotus leaf, but the filling (minced pork, a piece of chicken, and a small bit of Chinese sausage) was bland and needed seasoning; I ended up adding black pepper and Maggi to bring out some taste. If you don't mind frozen, machine-made dim sum, this place is decent value and might be convenient. But if you're looking for fresh, restaurant-quality dim sum, you'll likely be disappointed. Chinatown still has one or two restaurants serving far better dim sum. For me, this was a one-time visit. Overall, I'd give it **2 out of 5 stars**.
The porridge and dumplings were tasty, but there weren't many seats. They taste best when eaten fresh, right after they're served.
5 stars for being a legendary business in Chinatown! Rating 5 stars to Kam Wai also for staying true to the authentic taste of simple dim sum dishes all these years and for offering many dim sum variety in their frozen section, maintaining the value and joys of enjoying dim sum at home. I love dim sum and have known Kam Wai as a frozen dim sum shop since the late 90's. To me, it's more than an awesome grocery stop with frozen dim sum items to take home but this name holds a special place in my heart because it brings back childhood memories with my Grandmother. Back in the days when my Grandma hosts weekly dim sum get-together at dim sum restaurants in Chinatown, we would stop by Kam Wai to buy frozen buns to take home or we will buy a lotus leaf wrap or hot steamed bun to eat on the spot. Yes, one can buy and eat more dim sum, even after a dim sum meal because there's alway room for dim sum :) During the last decade, Kam Wai has updated its look and space, moving to the current location on East Pender Street. They maintain a cute dining area with small round tables and a limited hot foods menu so you may enjoy a bite on site. Kam Wai is famous for their Jumbo Deluxe Bao (aka. Chicken bun 雞球大包 ) and their dumpling and rice dish options offers exceptional value for lunch. Instead of tea, you can buy wonton soup or cold soft drinks in the fridge to complement your meal. For me, Bao's, congee, dumplings, and wonton soup are my comfort foods that always hits the spot and satisfies my dim sum cravings. #tourist_DineInAlert Tourists visiting should know that this is a popular dim sum place for locals worth visiting, but not for being a sit down restaurant with hot tea, dim sum carts or table service. It would be the courtesy of diners to clear own tables and throw away empty plates in the big trash bin by the door on the way out. #frozenVariety Tho there are often lineups in the store with retail purchases since the store carries so many different types of frozen buns, dumplings, etc., the staff work hard to have efficient cashier service for hot foods order as well. I also find their staff helpful in recommending dishes and explaining a menu item to customers. In fact, on a recent Sunday visit, I was introduced to the mushroom dumpling 三菇餃 by Mark and this is now my new favorite vegan dish option! I personally wish the government will keep doing more for Vancouver's Chinatown businesses in keeping the area clean and safe for all, both locals and tourists. I believe Chinatown offers an unique aspect of Chinese culture all across North America and Chinatown history holds so many stories that there's a lot more to Chinatown than what meets the eye. (Check out cute duck photo in review ) #DimsumAndDumplings Dim sum and dumplings can be an everyday staple in my food culture. Therefore, I appreciate good dim sum value and especially when we are faced with these rising food inflations globally after the pandemic. Kudos to Kam Wai for maintaining reasonable prices and honest business practices!
I saw that this place had decent online ratings and thought I'd give them a try especially since they are in Vancouver's Chinatown. Overall a hit or miss with their food. Pork siu mai and shrimp dumplings were tasty but as you can see in my photos, they were falling apart even before I picked them up with my chopsticks to consume. Flavoring of their pork spare ribs on rice was a-OK and bit bland: I've had better at other dim sum places. Congee was pretty delish and it's hard to mess that up. Pretty much all of their food is pretty cheap! It's a counter service with three tables and couple stools, so it's best to go there during non peak times if you want to dine in. I def saw far more to go orders.
Hearing about the plethora of dim sum options in Vancouver, I wanted to try a variety of sit-down and quick-service dim sum restaurants. Kam Wai Dim Sum came up as a top hit from a Yelp search for a quick-service where you stand in line, order, and pay. Dine in is available, but there's maybe only 3-4 small tables and a counter seat. I visited on a weekday around 12PM. Most of their steamed items sell at four pieces per order, but they accommodate some mix-and-match options--just ask! Since I was by myself and not on an empty stomach, I wanted variety but no leftovers, so I ordered two pieces each of pork siu mai and ha gow. The pork siu mai was ok, I felt like it should've included some mushroom or roe for different textures and flavors. It was overall bland and really needed soy sauce and hot sauce. And the ha gow was unfortunately worse. The shrimp was mushy and the dumpling skin was too thick. Maybe I dined on an off-day, but my expectations were high and I left disappointed. At least prices were reasonable: CA$4.75 for four pieces. They accept credit card and service was friendly.
Are you KIDDING ME? This place was AWESOME. Food - 10/10 some of the best dim sum I've had ESPECIALLY for this crazy price point. I think we got an order of har gow, 3 bao buns, 1 order of shu mai, and some mushroom potstickers all for like $21 CAD. That is INSANELY affordable. So delicious. I loved how not greasy everything was too which is sometimes what happens with dim sum items. Service - fast and friendly. Greeted us and patient considering we were first timers :) limited seating!! Ambiance - this store/restaurant reminds me of a Chinese Food stop in a neighborhood back at home. Felt very familiar even though I've never been here before and comforting :P
Everything we tried here was delicious and fresh. I'm so jealous for the locals because we don't have a place like this around me. You can pick from so many options so we grabbed a few things including pork shu mai, ha gow, and the tofu wrapped meat (4 pieces each for $4.75) to share and everything from the shu mai to the lotus rice wrap were all good. I wish my stomach had more room to try everything else. We tried a sesame ball at the end and to no surprise, it was delicious. I love that they have a refrigerated section so you can take stuff to go! Service was nice and they had a few small tables to eat at inside.
this family-owned take out and frozen dim sum shop, established in 1991, is a beloved fixture in chinatown, located at 249 east pender street. this little shop is quaint and has a no nonsense atmosphere with a few tables for dine-in customers and several freezers stocked full of a wide variety of frozen buns, and other dim sum items. when i visited, i picked up an assortment of dim sum along with two sticky rice parcels. the combo pack came with clear steaming instructions: steam the dim sum for ten minutes, while the sticky rice needed a longer steaming time of thirty minutes. the shop's longevity and continued popularity speak to its quality and the community's appreciation for its offerings. this shop is not just a place to purchase food; it's a culinary destination that brings a piece of chinatown's rich cultural heritage into your home. whether you're a longtime fan or a first-time visitor, this dim sum shop is a good choice for quality, convenience, and authentic taste.
Dependable spot to get frozen dim sum, and there's a selection of items you can eat on-site. My friend ordered a few frozen bags of dim sum, including pork and shrimp dumplings - these dumplings were chock full of flavor, and absolutely worth it. Went back the next day and ordered dishes to stay. Got a one-two punch of (1) pork siu mai and (2) fish bean curd roll. They were pretty good, and I paid with a credit card. (I wasn't hungry enough to get three items, but I'll return for their turnip cake.) No frills interior. Friendly service, at least to me! read more
6 months ago
Looks like they've moved to this new location on Pender at some point in the last decade. The new place is definitely more modern, but also quite a bit smaller. Seating is available but limited. The place starts to run out of dim sum about 1h before closing, so don't show up last minute. Not a bad thing though, as it means all their hot food is fresh. There are also freezers full of frozen dim sum. I tried some siu mai. Tasty and hit the spot. Great for a snack. Good for getting one's dim sum fix if one is in the area. Recommended. read more
2 months ago
Service was fast since they are all pre made and kept in a warmer. I've should have read it better before going. They make them in the back room and freeze them for bulk resale so you can buy a bag and steam them at home. Meatballs were fine. Har gao was tasty but white wrapper was a bit thick but you would need that it you are steaming them at home. Shu mai was made with all pork as little flavor, I only ate one of four. The wrap rice was made with I think jasmine rice instead of sticky rice. Filling was ground pork and a few slices of pork. The best was the1 1/4 of Chinese sausage. Only ate half. Maybe it was because they didn't have a good chili oil. Only three tables. I guess it would be better steamed to eat at home. read more
10 months ago
We eagerly arrived 8 minutes before they opened so we can get a seat. I'm glad we did bc there's only three tables and a window counter area to sit. For the cost, convenience and quick service, this place was awesome. We basically ordered almost everything :) Ha gow - great Siu Mai - amazing and I usually don't eat these. Wonton - had to get a second bowl Vegetarian eggroll - delicious BBQ pork buns - a must have (per kiddos) Spare ribs and rice - I didn't eat much of the rice but the spare ribs were really good Sesame boa - just had to try it because I've never tried one before and it was different but not bad. Congee - it had pork and a century old egg. I'm sure this would be great to many people but I can't stomach the century old eggs. =\ Sesame ball - it has a red bean paste and it was actually delicious and I don't like red beans Overall, the ladies who were working on Sunday morning were great. They were super helpful and provided soy sauce when they overheard us talking about it at our table. Service was super quick. I'm sure they were surprised on how much we could eat. :) I had to try everything. I actually was going to get about Siu Mai but I think I would have exploded. I will definitely be coming back! I wish you opened up a shop in my town. read more
7 months ago
1 year ago
Decent Prices But Disappointing Quality I'd heard about this dim sum takeout/counter-service spot in Chinatown for a couple of years, and finally stopped by one morning to check it out. The menu is posted on the wall with all the classic dim sum items listed at reasonable prices--most around $5 for four pieces. The sticky rice in lotus leaf runs about $6 each. I ordered four items: shrimp dumplings, pork dumplings, sticky rice, and pork bean curd wraps. Service was quick and friendly, and the server spoke English, Cantonese, and Mandarin as advertised. There are only three small tables along the wall, so it's really more of a takeout spot than a dine-in experience. They're well-stocked with frozen items--BBQ pork buns, dumplings, and other dim sum--so you can take them home to steam yourself. The hot food is kept in a steam display case, and they ask whether your order is for dine-in or takeout. (Note: there's a small charge for a plastic bag, so bring your own if you can.) Once home, I reheated everything. The pork dumplings were disappointing--too much filler, barely any pork flavour, and the wrappers were loose, clearly machine-made. The shrimp dumplings had the same wrapper issue. The pork bean curd wraps were the best of the bunch--decently flavourful. The sticky rice came nicely wrapped in lotus leaf, but the filling (minced pork, a piece of chicken, and a small bit of Chinese sausage) was bland and needed seasoning; I ended up adding black pepper and Maggi to bring out some taste. If you don't mind frozen, machine-made dim sum, this place is decent value and might be convenient. But if you're looking for fresh, restaurant-quality dim sum, you'll likely be disappointed. Chinatown still has one or two restaurants serving far better dim sum. For me, this was a one-time visit. Overall, I'd give it **2 out of 5 stars**. read more
9 months ago
The porridge and dumplings were tasty, but there weren't many seats. They taste best when eaten fresh, right after they're served. read more
5 stars for being a legendary business in Chinatown! Rating 5 stars to Kam Wai also for staying true to the authentic taste of simple dim sum dishes all these years and for offering many dim sum variety in their frozen section, maintaining the value and joys of enjoying dim sum at home. I love dim sum and have known Kam Wai as a frozen dim sum shop since the late 90's. To me, it's more than an awesome grocery stop with frozen dim sum items to take home but this name holds a special place in my heart because it brings back childhood memories with my Grandmother. Back in the days when my Grandma hosts weekly dim sum get-together at dim sum restaurants in Chinatown, we would stop by Kam Wai to buy frozen buns to take home or we will buy a lotus leaf wrap or hot steamed bun to eat on the spot. Yes, one can buy and eat more dim sum, even after a dim sum meal because there's alway room for dim sum :) During the last decade, Kam Wai has updated its look and space, moving to the current location on East Pender Street. They maintain a cute dining area with small round tables and a limited hot foods menu so you may enjoy a bite on site. Kam Wai is famous for their Jumbo Deluxe Bao (aka. Chicken bun 雞球大包 ) and their dumpling and rice dish options offers exceptional value for lunch. Instead of tea, you can buy wonton soup or cold soft drinks in the fridge to complement your meal. For me, Bao's, congee, dumplings, and wonton soup are my comfort foods that always hits the spot and satisfies my dim sum cravings. #tourist_DineInAlert Tourists visiting should know that this is a popular dim sum place for locals worth visiting, but not for being a sit down restaurant with hot tea, dim sum carts or table service. It would be the courtesy of diners to clear own tables and throw away empty plates in the big trash bin by the door on the way out. #frozenVariety Tho there are often lineups in the store with retail purchases since the store carries so many different types of frozen buns, dumplings, etc., the staff work hard to have efficient cashier service for hot foods order as well. I also find their staff helpful in recommending dishes and explaining a menu item to customers. In fact, on a recent Sunday visit, I was introduced to the mushroom dumpling 三菇餃 by Mark and this is now my new favorite vegan dish option! I personally wish the government will keep doing more for Vancouver's Chinatown businesses in keeping the area clean and safe for all, both locals and tourists. I believe Chinatown offers an unique aspect of Chinese culture all across North America and Chinatown history holds so many stories that there's a lot more to Chinatown than what meets the eye. (Check out cute duck photo in review ) #DimsumAndDumplings Dim sum and dumplings can be an everyday staple in my food culture. Therefore, I appreciate good dim sum value and especially when we are faced with these rising food inflations globally after the pandemic. Kudos to Kam Wai for maintaining reasonable prices and honest business practices! read more
1 year ago
I saw that this place had decent online ratings and thought I'd give them a try especially since they are in Vancouver's Chinatown. Overall a hit or miss with their food. Pork siu mai and shrimp dumplings were tasty but as you can see in my photos, they were falling apart even before I picked them up with my chopsticks to consume. Flavoring of their pork spare ribs on rice was a-OK and bit bland: I've had better at other dim sum places. Congee was pretty delish and it's hard to mess that up. Pretty much all of their food is pretty cheap! It's a counter service with three tables and couple stools, so it's best to go there during non peak times if you want to dine in. I def saw far more to go orders. read more
7 months ago
2 years ago
Hearing about the plethora of dim sum options in Vancouver, I wanted to try a variety of sit-down and quick-service dim sum restaurants. Kam Wai Dim Sum came up as a top hit from a Yelp search for a quick-service where you stand in line, order, and pay. Dine in is available, but there's maybe only 3-4 small tables and a counter seat. I visited on a weekday around 12PM. Most of their steamed items sell at four pieces per order, but they accommodate some mix-and-match options--just ask! Since I was by myself and not on an empty stomach, I wanted variety but no leftovers, so I ordered two pieces each of pork siu mai and ha gow. The pork siu mai was ok, I felt like it should've included some mushroom or roe for different textures and flavors. It was overall bland and really needed soy sauce and hot sauce. And the ha gow was unfortunately worse. The shrimp was mushy and the dumpling skin was too thick. Maybe I dined on an off-day, but my expectations were high and I left disappointed. At least prices were reasonable: CA$4.75 for four pieces. They accept credit card and service was friendly. read more
Are you KIDDING ME? This place was AWESOME. Food - 10/10 some of the best dim sum I've had ESPECIALLY for this crazy price point. I think we got an order of har gow, 3 bao buns, 1 order of shu mai, and some mushroom potstickers all for like $21 CAD. That is INSANELY affordable. So delicious. I loved how not greasy everything was too which is sometimes what happens with dim sum items. Service - fast and friendly. Greeted us and patient considering we were first timers :) limited seating!! Ambiance - this store/restaurant reminds me of a Chinese Food stop in a neighborhood back at home. Felt very familiar even though I've never been here before and comforting :P read more
Everything we tried here was delicious and fresh. I'm so jealous for the locals because we don't have a place like this around me. You can pick from so many options so we grabbed a few things including pork shu mai, ha gow, and the tofu wrapped meat (4 pieces each for $4.75) to share and everything from the shu mai to the lotus rice wrap were all good. I wish my stomach had more room to try everything else. We tried a sesame ball at the end and to no surprise, it was delicious. I love that they have a refrigerated section so you can take stuff to go! Service was nice and they had a few small tables to eat at inside. read more
this family-owned take out and frozen dim sum shop, established in 1991, is a beloved fixture in chinatown, located at 249 east pender street. this little shop is quaint and has a no nonsense atmosphere with a few tables for dine-in customers and several freezers stocked full of a wide variety of frozen buns, and other dim sum items. when i visited, i picked up an assortment of dim sum along with two sticky rice parcels. the combo pack came with clear steaming instructions: steam the dim sum for ten minutes, while the sticky rice needed a longer steaming time of thirty minutes. the shop's longevity and continued popularity speak to its quality and the community's appreciation for its offerings. this shop is not just a place to purchase food; it's a culinary destination that brings a piece of chinatown's rich cultural heritage into your home. whether you're a longtime fan or a first-time visitor, this dim sum shop is a good choice for quality, convenience, and authentic taste. read more
3 years ago
1 year ago
Ordered a bit to much this time. But came here mainly for the spareribs on rice. Which is very tasty read more
I loved finding this place as we wandered around Chinatown. It's no frills - but it is clean and you can pick up a few hot items to eat there, or pick up frozen dumplings and other items to take home to cook. We did both! We had ha gow (shrimp dumplings) and wonton soup there and picked up frozen wonton and potstickers to cook at our apartment. The ha gow wrapper did fall apart easily - but they was forgiven since the taste and texture was good! read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
More like 2.5 stars for the food but staff deserves a higher rating. Perhaps I'm spoiled by the dim sum that I can get in the Bay Area, but this place did not impress. The only thing that I really liked was the siu mai. Apart from that, everything else was standard or below average. $30 for everything. - Siu Mai: delicious - pork veggie beancurd roll: not enough filling, more wrapper and and airy than anything else - Giant deluxe chicken bun: not bad, pretty good, amount of filling and other ingredients was good - chasu bun: didn't like it at all, chasu tasted old and the pieces were fatty and small portions - pumpkin bun w red bean: just ok, nothing special - chicken lotus wrap: it was just ok, not enough ingredients, I did like how they added sausage in it - sticky rice wrapped in leaves with pork and egg (in refrigerated section): worst I have EVER had. Hardly any ingredients. Pretty much one very small piece of pork and egg w nothing else but rice. Never felt so cheated. The staff was very nice, parking was difficult. Overpriced for the quality of food. Just felt like they skimped on the ingredients read more
2 years ago
Tourist review! 3.5 stars I stumbled on this place actually because it was close to a coffee shop that I wanted to try, so I stopped in at their opening time. As an overview, I had heard that the Chinese food in Vancouver is better than Hong Kong because of all the people that have migrated here prior to the handover of Hong Kong back to many years ago, so I have to say perhaps I was expecting a bit more, and in all fairness, I am partial to Hong Kong style dim sum. They seem to have a lot of frozen to go dim sum which I think is their specialty, and the storefront is a way to offer some of that selection to eat in house. Ithought the Har gow was good but the sui mai wasn't my style and the dumplings were good but unremarkable. The sauces were normal and unremarkable and I have to say I was a bit disappointed that there was no chili oil or hot mustard but that's just me. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
I stopped in here on a Tuesday at around 12:30 with my husband after we had lunch, and were still a little hungry. Dim sum was the perfect solution because you could get as much or as little as you want, and we wanted to try Vancouver's dim sum. This was just your typical bakery dim sum though, nothing special. We had the shumai and the beef balls and both were kind of just mid. If you're looking for good dim sum, you won't find it here. But if you're looking for some dim sum that will hold your cravings over until you find real dim sum, then this is a viable option. They have hot dim sum and frozen ones too, so if I lived in Vancouver, I could definitely see myself buying a few packs for my freezer. There are a few tables inside but it seemed most people were getting their orders to go, or just grabbing the packs from the freezer. It's also quick so if you're pressed for time, and you don't want to eat fast food, then this spot would be perfect. read more
Kam Wai Dim Sun is a grab and go Dim Sum place with lots of variety to pick from. They have a few tables for indoor dine-in and were pretty popular for takeout. But they are most know for their big frozen Dim Sum section. I sat down and ordered 5-6 dishes for around $25. Definitely very affordable but limited options for dine in. I thought the har gou, siu Mai, and turnip cakes that we had were not super impressive but definitely met my needs. While we were sitting, there were dozens of people coming in for their frozen Dim Sun options - they really had everything from soup dumplings, har gou, siu mai, bbq pork buns, lots of steam buns, etc. read more
3 years ago
Yummy food, friendly people. Small seating area. Accepts cash and credit card. We also got three dumpling soup and BBQ pork buns, but they were so good and didn't last for the pictures. read more
4 years ago
We ordered siu mai, bean curd rolls, turnip cake, ha gow, and steamed pork over rice. Honestly, this isn't the best dim sum I've had but it definitely isn't the worst. All I have to say about the food is that it was delicious, though the turnip cake could have been crispier (personal preference). This seems to be a small, local family business and I would say all the workers were so friendly and welcoming. It was a nice change for this area since everyone seemed to have a cold shoulder for some reason. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Great little dim sum shop with plenty of vegan options -- a great grab n go place. I stopped in to grab some dim sum items to go, having seen that they have plenty of vegan options. I got 2 of their vegan mini baos ($1.60 each), a black sesame bao ($1.60), an order of mushroom dumplings ($5 for 5 pcs), and an order of bean curd rolls ($4.75 for 4 pcs), which I only later discovered weren't vegan, so don't order them if you're vegan! I enjoyed all of the items. Good value, convenient and reasonably tasty. It can't compete with the vegan dim sum at Po Kong and Sun Bo Kong, but as a quick grab n go place, it serves its purpose. Recommended. read more
3 years ago
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