This was our first stop when we got into Waikiki and we had high hopes but were disappointed. We ordered the green beans and a few things off the happy hour menu and nothing had much flavor. There was no sauce or anything for the dumplings offered. The best thing was the pork buns which are kind of sweet but they were just ok. Our server seemed annoyed we were even there. I understand giving a table their space but he never checked on us or even refilled drinks. I ended up paying up front because I couldn't find him to ask for the bill. The inside of the restaurant is fine and it was not crowded when we went. read more

I have been to this restaurant many times and really enjoy the items that I order. Some might find their portion to be smaller but it is what it is. They're more delicate and the taste is really good. My fav is the seafood dumpling then har gao. My kids enjoy the baked buns very much. read more

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I'm so happy Tim Ho Wan is back but I won't be able to sit in the outdoor section drying off from the beach since they moved. The new location is indoors, bigger & better air conditioned, and more expensive. However, I had to try the classic steamed sea bass. It's boneless and it's just the middle portion of the bass with fresh soy sauce. It was yum and expensive. I'm glad I had it. I may order it again. I would need to be in the mood for bass. Congee with preserved egg & pork is my favorite. It came with some crispy chips & onions. The baked bbq pork bun had a nice crispy to it and good flavored bbq pork inside. The sticky rice in lotus leaf had at least two big mushrooms and Chinese sausage. I like the quality of food here and it's one of our favorites. P.S. Every place seems a bit salty x read more

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I think this is the best dim sum on Oahu. Flavors are light and quality always good. Menu is limited but what they have is all good. Pork hash over rice is a regular order. read more

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Great food. Fast service. Really delicious dim sum. I went here for lunch and was impressed with their menu. Great variety. The specials were my favorite! read more

okay so first of all the portions are crazy small like my newborn baby is bigger than these portions second of all the lady at the front was yelling at everybody and was very rude then the workers are like npcs no manners just very strange then my friend was so inpatient because they took so long to give us our food she walked out twice then the crazy part is that the other people that had reservations were treated like royalty like they are the earth king they got sat right next to us after us then they get their drinks food and every thing 100x faster like this place sucks the food is pretty good tho but not worth it and the workers are so stressed it stresses you out read more

Man. How to review to review this place? Service was a six at least. The wait staff and hostess were so kind and helpful. But the food -- at least for people who ate at Tim Ho Wan and other locations in Asia and NYC in the relatively recent past -- was fair at best. Good - lotus leaf wrapped sticky rice -- fragrant, generously filled Fair - Spicy cucumber... probably a bit aji-no-moto'd up, but spicy and salty enough to be enjoyable to the masses (e.g. us) - Wings (The kiddos really liked them. Pardner found them a bit dry.) Not Repeats For Me Personally - soup dumplings on the specials menu (xlb / xiao long bao) -- they were pretty clearly made from frozen, not scratch, with mushy skins, not much soup on the inside.. but also take this review with a grain of salt since we are SUCH soup dumpling snobs and have come to expect that this very difficult to make dish be at our snotwad fingertips. Compared to soup dumplings you get in most places outside of CA and NYC and Asia, these might be awesome, in truth. - Chinese broccoli (too much stem, undercooked, dropped into sauce at the very end of the procedure and not very flavorful) If you're from Taiwan, Singapore or Malaysia (or well eaten in CA or NYC), I would not make this THW location a priority visit (just as I would not make Suntory or any other sushi restaurant in Waikiki a priority if you have lived in any mid to large town in Japan or are reasonably well eaten in NYC). If you do not regularly have access to this kind of food, though, maybe THW is great? The food is authentic at least and much better than Chinese American food is in 99.99% of US towns. read more

If I could give Tim Ho Wan more than five stars, I would! Everything I tried was incredible, but the standout for me was the lava custard sesame ball. We ordered the cucumbers, soup dumplings, friend chicken wings, and more, but the custard sesame was one of the best things I've ever eaten. Perfectly crispy on the outside, warm and sweet on the inside. The BBQ pork buns were also amazing, which i normally wouldn't opt for but it's a best seller. And the deep-fried mochi puff was awesome! super crispy and chewy. The staff were awesome and they even gave us free cookies at the end, which was such a nice surprise! The food came out fresh and hot. Ambiance is nice and relaxed! I left full, happy, and already planning my next visit. Highly recommend if you love dim sum or just great food in general! read more

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OH MY GOD, LOOK AT THIS BUN! You have to try their Baked Pork Buns, they are out of this world. I enjoy a very few dim sum items and steamed pork bun is my favorite. Well let me tell you, these are not your traditional steamed pork buns, yet just as satisfying as my usual fav, steamed pork buns. First off, they are not steamed but baked. And it's not the traditional bun dough you would expect. There are no words to describe the bun. The closest I can say is that it is a cross between a phyllo dough and a light buttery biscuit with a very light, caramelized sweet topping adding some crunch and texture. 3 buns come in one order and a I loved every single bite. It was slightly sweet, yet savory. If there is a Tim Ho Wan near by, I will never fail to stop in and pick up an order of these pork buns! Yumm-meee! read more

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Came here for lunch with Scott G. We weren't too hungry, so we went for the congee, fried chicken and baked pork bao buns. The congee was really tasty, as well as the other dishes. I really like the decor - steamed bamboo covers on the walls and white bowls with the covers as a ceiling decor. Service was okay - we had to flag down our server for more water and drinks. This restaurant is in the Royal Hawaiian Center. Check out their Happy hour from 2 pm to 6 pm. read more

I've enjoyed Tim Ho Wan all over the world and this location is just mediocre in terms of food quality. The indoor and outdoor seating is nice. The service is average since they want to get you in and out. Casual, you are in Hawaii after all. Please come and create your own experience. read more

Tim Ho Wan - Dim Sum Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I'm a big dim sum fan, but this place is a huge disappointment. They serve frozen dim sum instead of making it fresh daily like a proper dim sum restaurant should. The cucumber salad was among the worst I've had, and honestly, none of the food lives up to the Tim Ho Wan name. It tastes like a cheap, low-quality meal -- yet you're paying triple the price. Don't let the franchise name fool you. If you're in Hawaii, skip this location. Trust me, the Tim Ho Wan brand does not hold up here. We left so may foods here. What a wasting MONEY read more

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Came in late with a last minute reservation. Seated quickly and ordered a mix of dumplings and veggies. As always great food and great service. Price was very reasonable especially for Waikīkī. read more

The cashier that took my order was superrrrrr nice! So polite and helpful with my order! The restaurant had moved since the last time I saw it. A lot more open and bigger space. The food was only okay... disappointing because the dim sum came out cold. The pan fried specialty noodles were quite good but a little bland. read more

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We had high expectations since a restaurant sharing its name in Hong Kong has a good reputation. Sadly we were deeply disappointed. Our first negative impression was the greeter, Apple. She was cold, impersonal and downright rude. She did not smile. She was not friendly. She did not seem happy to be working there. My guess is that she is the owner, and she has no option but to work there even though she is miserable. She acted bossy, making customer feel like a nuisance instead of acting like she should be serving us. And that attitude seemed to filter down to the wait staff. When I wanted to pay for the bill, the waiter told me to go to Apple. I had to get up from my table and walk to the front desk where Apple was standing. When I got to her and asked to pay, she just swung her head towards a man standing at the counter next to her who was talking to another man. After waiting several minutes with no one helping me, I was frustrated and went back to my table. I waited until that man was finally free and walked back to the counter to pay. Neither the man nor Apple spoke a single word during this interaction. What terrible customer service! Unfortunately the quality of the food was also subpar. The plate of shrimp with garlic which cost almost $30 consisted of six shrimps that were very mushy and obviously not fresh. Our table was filled with dirty empty plates that were never cleared during our entire meal. The decor looked cold and uninviting. Overall it was a sad, overpriced experience. I definitely would not recommend this place to any of my friends. read more

I should've checked reviews before coming here. When this place first opened, they were on point. The price was higher, but like the Tim Ho Wans in other places, the quality was wonderful. You could tell that the extra effort was thoughtful and it showed in the taste and presentation. We came back a couple years later, and the quality has dropped significantly. Don't get me wrong, the food was *fine* and some was even good (like the baked Chasiu buns). But overall, things were sloppy, and the finesse that should come with the price premium wasn't there. If I wanted hole in the wall quality, I wouldn't pay Tim Ho Wan prices. read more

The legendary Hong Kong Michelin-starred dim sum emporium Tim Ho Wan has a home in Waikiki, and it serves all the classics. It's located on the third floor of the Royal Hawaiian Center. The interiors are clean with great big windows and ample natural light. And this place hit the spot after a two-hour plus morning surfing session. As benefitting of their legend, their menu isn't expansive but they do everything well. I started with the har gow. The shrimp was sweet but more impressive was how thin the outer skin of the har gow was. The siu mai was equally tasty and well-executed. The pan fried turnip cake was crispy and intensely flavored with BBQ pork. But the absolute best thing I ate here (and possibly my entire Hawaiian holiday) was the hot and spicy wontons. The sauce alone was worth the price of admission. The spicy vinegar-based sauce was so incredible that I refused to let the waiter take the bowl away: I dipped everything in it. I would return just for this dish and order two. I had to control myself and limit myself to one dim sum morning on my vacation. But the thought crossed my mind. read more

Tim Ho Wan - Dim Sum Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This is a chain that received a Michelin star for a dim sum restaurant, so I had to try it! I got lucky and there was no line on a Sunday. They moved locations and are located on the second floor right outside of the parking structure. The menus just one sided. Surprisingly they don't have custard tarts!! However, get the sesame custard ball!! Amazing!!! Anyway for dim sum, we ordered the shrimp, pork hash, sticky rice, and spare ribs. I loved it all! They are smaller than usually dimsum places but you get 4 pieces instead for 3! I loved their jasmine rice, it was soo delicious and fluffy. I definitely will be back! 4 stars only cause it is on the higher end price for dimsum. Each dish was about $8-$9. I mean I guess it's for the name and being in Waikiki. Still worth trying if you are on the fence. read more

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Waited a long time to try this place out and I'm so happy it was worth the wait! Great service, super clean restaurant, the food was just amazing! I can't wait to go back! read more

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Barely made it here in time for happy hour by 6pm. Put in our order and got 20% off. Loved the egg white spring roll, shumai, shrimp dumplings and bbq pork buns. Xiao long Baos were average. Fried crab and shrimp dumplings were excellent. Friendly and quick service. Happy to return again the next time we are in Waikiki. read more

Authentic Dim Sum Delight in Waikiki! All of the dim sum here is incredibly fresh and delicious. I brought my parents for their first Chinese meal in Waikiki, and they absolutely loved it! The food was so good, we couldn't resist ordering more to take home. Service is fast, friendly, and efficient. The location is a bit tucked away -- it's on Level 3, in the corner of the building -- but totally worth the find. Just ask someone nearby if you can't spot it right away. Highly recommended! read more

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We went yesterday, Friday. The prices were high but it's in Waikīkī. They don't give free tea there! The food was tasty but portions were small for the price. And we needed small dishes for sauce but although they have a bunch of workers, it took a long time to get service. Seems kamaaina can get 20% off from Monday- Thursday. We took our receipt to the Royal Hawaiian office on the first floor to get 3 hours kamaaina free parking. read more

Surprisingly underwhelmed. I went in with higher expectations, maybe too high. They moved, still within RHSC. We got there when they opened, so slight line, but we got in quickly. Woman very nice...everyone else lacked personality. Kinda what you expect in Chinatown, but not in Waikiki. No biggie...you don't go to Dim Sum for the personalities. Ordered water and tea. They charge for tea. Chinese aunty would probably boycott them just for that. Ordered a lot for 2.25 of us. - Baked Char Siu Buns - slightly too sweet for me but otherwise very tasty. Choke filling and nice outside. Baby liked it. Made a mess poking a hole through the top then going for the bottom. - Pork Hash rice - no taste - Chicken Wings - very tasty. Cooked well. Even the baby liked it and she doesn't usually care for chicken. - Shrimp and Chives - no taste - Chinese Broc - not much seasonings, but that's how I like it. Could use a sprinkle of salt. - Fried Shrimp with wasabi mayo - not bad. Actually tasted better later on (as leftover)...still crispy even. - Steamed shortribs - this was ono, but was super tough. And since steamed, texture a little strange. 15% kama'aina, but still kinda expensive. Still almost $100. And they were surprisingly very slow and kept putting how things right in front of the baby to grab at. I'll probs stick to Chinatown... read more

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Service - 5 I'm used to being ignored at most dim sum places around town. Not here. The team was friendly and brought out extra plates without being asked. (We ordered chicken feet so you know...the bones). I observed them bringing extra napkins to patrons when they used all the napkins on the table - again without being asked. They are watching and anticipating your needs people! Food - 5 Hot and flavorful. - Almost burn my mouth hot. Dim sum to me is something served fast and in large quantities - no frills. But they clearly take their time with presentation. I tried a few things but my favorite was the chicken dumplings - get it! I read the other reviews comparing this location to their other locations - just keep in mind, Waikīkī is NOT Asia. That's like expecting French Cuisine in Denver. read more

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Great News! They finally reopened in Royal Hawaiian Center. They have beautiful new dinning room, very clean and classy. The service is fast. You go there for the food! From the iconic Baked BBQ Pork Buns to streamed Kona Abalone and savory sesame chicken , Tim Ho Wan is where Michelin-star quality meets irresistible flavors. Tim Ho Wan, renowned as "the world's cheapest Michelin-star restaurant," is a Hong Kong-based dim sum chain celebrated for its high-quality yet affordable offerings. read more

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Great service and good food. We ordered the dim sum, and it came out piping hot. If you're craving dim sum, this place will do the job. It's not the best dim sum I've had, but it's good enough. Just set your expectations that it's not going to be mind blowing. read more

Who wouldn't want to try a Michellin rated restaurant? Located in the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center. It is conveniently located next to the parking garage and elevators. We ordered a few dishes including their baked char siu bao with sugar crust, siu mai, har gow, noodles, and short ribs with black pepper sauce. Baked bao and noodles were very good. Har Gow was OK but a bit small. Siu Mai was also small and would have preferred for it to stay together instead of falling apart (grind on the pork was pretty large so it didn't stick together), and the short ribs were a bit tough. The place was fairly busy when we got there around 11:30am. Service was nice and it was clean. read more

I have had a good amount of dimsum in Hong Kong and I dare say this dimsum restaurant was one of the best I've ever been to. Went at 4pm for happy hour and great price and great food. Everything came fresh and hot. The chicken fingers and steam rice bowl was SOOO good. One of the places where you leave feeling good instead of feeling bad about spending money. read more

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This place is located on the 3rd floor of the Royal Hawaiian Center. They did move to a different location than her original, which used to be near the food court. They have lots of seating and service was quick! If you dine-in from Mondays to Fridays between 2pm-6pm, you get 15% off the entire food menu! I highly recommend this place for dim sum! read more

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Food: wonderfully delicious!!!!!! Dim sum is pricey , but you can tell the difference between their dim sum versus Chinatown dim sum restaurants. Their Michelin star bun was worth every bite and penny - so yummy!!!!!! I don't have a picture of it , but it comes with three buns and the top is crunchy and flaky while the inside is savory delicious!!! Service: so good! I was honestly expecting bad service cause you know... "Chinese restaurant" but our waiter was super nice and awesome! Not your "usual." Service was quick and food came out quick. Ambiance: it's clean and modern looking. Very spacious! They have a line when they open so I'd recommend coming early. Definitely recommend, especially their Michelin star pastry bun!!! read more

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We came one hour before closing and everything was yummy!! Will be back here again and try more!! read more

Tim Ho Wan - Dim Sum Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

My favorite dim sum on island, and a place where if my wife asks me if I want to go here I"ll say yes, as it's a place I know there will be plenty of things on the menu I can eat (I don't eat seafood). The pan fried noodles, garlic green beans, and bbq pork buns are a must get. My wife will eat pretty much everything else. The new location I guess seems bigger, but it's tucked a little out of the way and has lost a little of the atmosphere I feel. The old location used to have more intimate seating and an open air kitchen concept. Service is always friendly and if you're going to eat here you might as well get the validation anyway if you parked. read more

Tim Ho Wan - Dim Sum Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Tim Ho Wan on Oahu, is a branch of the famous Tim Ho Wan restaurants, the flagship being in Hong Kong. The menu is wonderful, as most dim sum restaurants do not offer the variety of dishes you can order at THW. There is usually a wait of 30-40 minutes if you decide to eat at peak dining hours. But, once you are seated, service is prompt, and your dishes begin arriving quickly. The interior of the restaurant is modern, with 60's vibe lighting, and very clean. Be prepared for a bounty of delicious food. Once is not enough. You'll want to return within the week. read more

First time trying Tim Ho Wan and it was an overall great experience. Food quality was good, but a bit pricey(which is not surprising for Waikiki). The dining area was clean and the decor was inviting. Service was great. They took our order quickly and our food arrived just as quickly. Out of all the dishes we ordered, my recommendations would be the Chicken Feet w/ Abalone Sauce, Baked BBQ Pork Buns, and Steamed Dumplings w/ Shrimp and Chives. read more

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Just like Hong Kong but a prettier setting! It's very clean, organized and efficient for any meal. Everything here is on point and nothing heavy or greasy. Spring rolls with shrimp and egg whites is a favorite. The green bean with garlic were exceedingly fresh and light. Har Gow is perfection. Wasn't a fan of the pork and mustard green rice. That said, it's hard to go wrong here, they validate 1 hour free parking. read more

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The worst dim sum I have ever had in my life , tasteless , weird texture , off putting taste, expensive . You have been warned !!!!!!just terrible , I been wanting to try this place for some time and so disappointed. read more

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Great spot for dim sum lovers right in the heart of Waikiki! We came to Tim Ho Wan after hearing about its Michelin-star reputation, and overall, it lived up to the hype. The baked BBQ pork buns were the standout--crispy, slightly sweet on the outside, and filled with tender, flavorful pork. Definitely a must-try. The shrimp dumplings and siu mai were fresh and well-made, though a bit smaller than we expected. Service was friendly and quick, even though the place was packed. We appreciated the efficiency and how easy it was to order from the menu. Only reason it's not 5 stars is the wait time and slightly higher prices, but it's understandable given the location and brand. If you're craving dim sum while in Honolulu, this is a solid pick. We'll definitely come back! read more

Meh, a Michelin star for a chain? The dude working the busy front desk was overwhelmed and doing a fantastic job ignoring us and other waiting patrons. They messed up our drink orders and food. So much unorganized effort. Food was good but not enough to overcome the poor experience read more

Delicious delicious dim sum! But make sure to make a reservation before if you're a larger party. Located on the second floor of the mall you can either take the escalator or elevator up. Our party got seated and got right to ordering. We order most of the usual suspects, ha gow, sui mai, xo turnip cakes, lao sa baos, bo la bbq pork buns, steamed sticky rice, rice rolls, chicken feet and rice and pork patty. The standout dish were the bo la bbq pork buns, the crust wasn't overly sweet and there was a good amount of filling inside. All the dishes came out quite expeditiously and were overwhelmed by how much we had ordered. Our party of 8 ordered two pots of tea, one jasmine green and one oolong. Rather than charging per cup each pot was $6 with refills included. Half way through our meal the staff came by to switch our plates and check in. W grad a great brunch and left full and happy. Definitely worth a meal if your in Honolulu and have a dim sum craving! read more

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In the Royal Hawaiian Mall - the perfect place to go for famous Hong Kong dim sum! This is my first time eating in store instead of take out so excited!! The mall does 1 hour free validation with purchase or 3 hours with a same day receipt over $25 for locals. Now the food, we got: -their jasmine tea, milk tea and mango smoothie - yummy drinks too! -Their baked pork buns are SO GOOD! It's definitely on the sweeter side so don't expect the steamed buns -turnip cake and shiumai - always a fav to order in our family -the green beans - it was cooked well with the crisp and tender but it wasn't as flavorful as I was hoping, willing to give it another try! Waikiki specials can be pricy but unique to this branch: -the shrimp dish was HUGE and super garlicky which I love - beautifully displayed over noodles. Note: you MUST love garlic! -the seabass - the portion isn't huge but it was so tender and flavorful, sooooo good! Desserts: - lava sesame balls - SO GOOD - chewy, custardy, not overly sweet - must get - the osmanthus jelly was ok amongst our table - it was unique so we wanted to try it and super refreshing on a hot Waikiki day but it wasn't the kids' favorite The space moved from its previously bigger location so it is a bit smaller now but there's still ample space and it was a nice bright space with wonderful staff! This is part of my places to visit in Waikiki Youtube video! read more