Want some dim sums? These 6 Mumbai restaurants satisfy dumpling cravings

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The Dragon Boat Festival commenced on June 14 this year. Celebrated across the globe by Chinese, Taiwanese, Vietnamese, and Singaporeans, the three-day festival is marked by consuming Zongzi (traditional Chinese rice dumplings) and realgar wine. If you're someone who is always looking for a reason to dig into some steaming hot dim sums, we have rounded up a list of Mumbai restaurants serving some of the most exciting and flavoursome dim sums.

Classic Sui Mai

Ling's Pavilion hardly needs any introduction. Among Colaba's oldest Chinese joints, the restaurant is well known among lovers of the cuisine for its flavoursome dishes that are well suited to the Indian palate. The Sui Mai available in chicken (INR 440), pork (INR 440), and prawns (INR 500) is among their specials. Vegetarians may opt for the Veg Grill Dumpling (INR 370) for a crunchy bite.

AT: 19/21, Mahakavi Bhushan Marg, Behind Regal Cinema, Colaba
TIME: 11:30 AM- 11 PM, Monday to Sunday
CALL: 9892112034

Platter party

Among the most popular pan Asian joints in the city, The Fatty Bao serves a hearty mix of dim sums, baos, sushi, ramen, and small plates across cuisines. If you're someone who likes sampling different types of food, their 18 piece Dim sum platters are ideal for you. The non-vegetarian platter (INR 1095) includes Prawn Garlic Chive and Sesame Oil, Curried Crab Meat and Tobiko, and Chicken and Asparagus while the vegetarian platter (INR 995) includes Edamame Chili Garlic and Tofu, Minced Vegetables and Water Chestnut, and Crystal Dumplings.

AT: Ground Floor, Summerville, 33rd Road, Linking Road, Bandra West (Also at Lower Parel)
TIME: 12- 8 PM, Monday to Sunday
CALL: 8928746233

Street Style

Mamagoto's menu is peppered with numerous comfort dishes that are great to dig in. The menu includes a limited selection of dim sums, including the Street Style Spicy Dim sum that is served with hot street style red chili and Chinese vinegar sauce. The vegetarian dim sums (INR 330) are filled with minced vegetables while the meat variant has minced chicken (INR 380), both steamed to perfection.

AT: 133, Ground Floor, Gazebo House, Hill Road, Bandra West
TIME: 12:30- 11:30 PM, Monday to Sunday
CALL: 756022504

High end dumplings

If you're in the mood to go fancy, Hakkasan is the experience you want to go for. The Poached Peking Dumpling (INR 540) with a mix of prawns and chicken and the Vegetarian Poached Peking Dumpling (INR 540) with mock meat are unmissable. The Carrot Cake (INR 740) and Har Gau (INR 660) are also recommended.

AT: Krystal, 206, Waterfield Road. Bandra West
TIME: 11 AM- 11:30 PM, Monday to Sunday
CALL: 8355877777

Authentic and bold

Known for serving authentic flavours, Shizusan's extensive pan Asian menu includes several Japanese, Chinese, and Thai dishes. The Spicy Pork Dumpling (INR 395) and Thai Flavoured Asparagus (INR 375) are two most exciting options. Other top dishes served here include Crunchy Tuna Roll (INR 450), Mapo Tofu (INR 550), and Hibachi style Japanese Sticky Fried Rice (INR 350 onwards).

AT: Ground Floor, Skyzone, High Street Phoenix Mall, Near Lifestyle Gate, Lower Parel
TIME: 12- 11:30 PM, Monday to Sunday
CALL: 7045001438

Steamed vegetarian goodness

If you're tired of limited vegetarian alternatives when craving dumplings, look no further. Foo's tapas style menu includes plenty of vegetarian options. Their Wasabi Truffle Edamame Dumpling (INR 395) is a must try while the Foo Broccoli Dumpling (INR 380), and Cottage Cheese Dumpling (INR 315) are popular among patrons. Meat eaters can opt for Jalapeno Snapper Dumpling (INR 425), or the Sriracha Chicken Dumpling (INR 410).

AT: First Floor, Phoenix Mall, S B Marg, Lower Parel
TIME: 12-11:30 PM Monday-Sunday
CALL: 8657407778

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