Hong Kong|Dim Dim Sum (Wen Hui Street Jordan Branch) — A basket and a plate you'll want to have for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. From pan-fried carrot cakes to fried taro, they're all delicious 😋
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• Restaurant Name | DimDimSum (Jordan, Wenhui Street Branch)
• Address | G/F, Man King Building, 28 Wenhui Street, Jordan, Kowloon (near Austin MTR Station Exit A / approximately 5-8 minute walk; also accessible from Jordan or Kowloon Stations)
• Hours | Daily from approximately 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM / until 1:00 AM (subject to on-site announcements)
• Price Range | Most dim sum HK$28-48 per basket; average price for two people HK$140-220
• Reservations | Tables go quickly, so arriving early or avoiding peak hours (12:30–14:00, 18:30–20:00) is recommended.
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Why choose this place: "Everyday dim sum" that even locals return to.
This dim sum place on Wenhui Street is tucked away on a neighborhood corner. It's not the flashy decor of a tourist mall. Wooden chairs, rattan backrests, an open dim sum counter, and a wall-to-wall menu create a welcoming atmosphere that makes you want to order more than one basket the moment you sit down. I was staying on Hong Kong Island and stopped by Austin for work at noon, so I stopped by Wenhui Street. I was seated at 11:30. The room was softly lit, and half the customers were nearby office workers, while a few were families with their elderly family. This mixed clientele generally means consistent quality, fast service, and reasonable prices.
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My table: From the frying marks to the shrimpy finish
1) Golden Pan-fried Radish Cake
The outer layer was fried to a light crisp, revealing shredded white radish and diced preserved meat. It had a firmer texture than the "powder pie" you'd find at a Hong Kong teahouse. Paired with the homemade chili oil on the side, it was fragrant but not overly salty, perfect with rice or milk tea.
2) Barbecued Pork Bun
The bun in the photo was white and fluffy, bursting open with a sweet and savory barbecue pork honey sauce. I loved its fragrant dough aroma; it's more balanced than some versions that emphasize sauce. I could easily finish two while they were still hot.
3) Deep-fried Rice Noodle Rolls (Youtiao Chuan)
The rice noodle rolls had a thin and soft wrapper, while the fried dough sticks remained crispy until served, preventing them from absorbing moisture and becoming soft. Topped with a lightly sweet soy sauce and sesame seeds, it had the most complex flavors. If I could only order one dish here, I'd recommend this.
4) Mushroom and Shrimp Siu Mai
The meat filling ratio is perfect, and the shrimp is springy. The surface is slightly glossy and not too dry or tough. One basket of four pieces is perfect for two people to share.
This table of two ordered four dim sum dishes and two cups of iced lemon tea, and the bill came to just over HK$180. Considering Jordan prices, it's a good value.
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Ordering Guide (Newbies, follow this to avoid disappointment)
• Start with two fried dishes, one steamed dish, and one bun: Choose "Fried Liang" or "Crispy Shrimp Intestines" for the fried items, "Siu Mai/Shrimp Dumplings" for the steamed items, and "Fan Cheung" for the noodle dish. Add a bun or radish cake.
• The chili oil is the heart of the dish: This place's chili oil is incredibly fragrant, and frequent dips enhance the flavor.
• Serving size estimate: 3–4 baskets are perfect for two people, 5–6 for three. Add rice rolls or fried intestines if you're hungry.
• Dining Off-Peak: It gets noticeably more crowded after 12:30 PM, while 11:00–12:00 PM or after 2:30 PM is the most relaxed.
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Taste and Details: Why I Want to Return
1. Perfect Cooking: Pan-fried carrot cakes and fried dough sticks are most vulnerable to dampness or undercooking, but both are perfectly cooked here.
2. Balanced Flavors: The salty, sweet Hong Kong flavor is pronounced, but not so overpowering as to overshadow the ingredients.
3. Fast Service: The table turnover is high without rushing, tea and water are frequently replenished, and service is efficient.
4. Reasonable Prices: Considering the location and quality, a meal for two people under HK$200 is quite satisfying.
5. Convenient Location: Connects smoothly to West Kowloon, Tsim Sha Tsui, and Yau Ma Tei itineraries, allowing for a seamless transition between sightseeing and foodie adventures.
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Transportation and Surroundings
• MTR: Austin MTR Station Exit A, about a 5-8 minute walk; Jordan MTR Station or Kowloon MTR Station are also within walking distance. 
• Walking Route: After eating, stroll along Jordan Road to Canton Road to the West Kowloon Cultural District; or walk north to Temple Street to browse the market, then continue to Mong Kok.
• Rainy Day Plan: Elements and K11 Musea are nearby, perfect for shopping and exhibitions.
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Photography Tips (Use Your Phone to Take Photos) 📸
• Overhead Shot of a Large Round Table: Arrange the Steamer Baskets in a triangle, using the Rice Noodle Rolls as a guide. The terrazzo-patterned tabletop creates a vibrant photo.
• Breaking a Bun: Break the Barbecued Pork Bun or Custard Bun into two halves; semi-backlit buns are the most enticing.
• Pan-Fried Carrot Cake: Use "Food Mode" or lower the exposure slightly for a more scorched, three-dimensional aroma.
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My True Moment
The window seat was perfectly sunny, and the rattan chairs had a vintage Hong Kong feel. My companion and I took turns lifting our rice noodle rolls to snap a few photos. Before we could even send a message, the fried dough sticks crackled as we took our first bite. Then came the sweet aroma of the barbecued pork buns, the shrimpy flavor of the siu mai, and the wok-cooked radish cake—this down-to-earth feeling of "not earth-shattering, but satisfying in every bite"—which is exactly what I adore about Hong Kong's everyday eateries.
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Rating & Recommendation (Highlights)
• Food: ★★★★☆ (Steady cooking, balanced flavors, excellent deep-frying)
• Ambiance: ★★★☆ (Bright and clean, fast turnover)
• Price: ★★★★ (Very affordable given the location)
• Transportation: ★★★★☆ (Close to multiple stations, easy to find)
• Summary: For a delicious neighborhood dim sum meal without disappointment, this place on Wenhui Street is the right place.
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Conclusion
DimDimSum Wenhui Street is the kind of place that automatically pops up when you think, "Let's have some Hong Kong-style dim sum today": convenient location, consistent quality from basket to basket, and affordable prices that won't make you hesitate. If you only plan one meal for tea during your trip, it's a perfect choice. And if you're like me and prefer the "zha liang" (fried liang) and radish cake combo, you absolutely have to come and try it yourself. 👏🏻
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Check-in Locations
DimDimSum (Jordan Wenhui Street Branch | G/F, Man King Building, 28 Wenhui Street, Jordan, Kowloon) | West Kowloon Cultural District | Temple Street Night Market | Elements
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