Here Comes the Sum

Nothing beats Dim Sum in San Fran, home to the largest Chinatown in the us. Just ask blogger Stephanie Im.

1. GOLDEN GATE BAKERY
“This is a mecca for dan tat lovers. Devout worshippers line up out the door for a taste of the egg custard pastries with creamy filling and flaky crust.” 1029 Grant Ave; 415-781-2627

2. YANK SING
“This venerable, upscale dim sum house delights aficionados with dishes like Shanghai dump-lings (xiao long bao), which burst with a mouthful of aromatic soup.” Multiple locations; www.yanksing.com

3. S&T HONG KONG SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
“S&T has quality dim sum at a great value. Try the shrimp noodle rolls (har cheung)—sweet shrimp swaddled in silky rice noodles.” 2578 Noriega St; 415-665-8338

4. GRANT PLACE RESTAURANT
“Make a beeline here for the shrimp dumplings (har gow). They’re stuff ed full with shrimp, and the wrappers have the right thickness.” 737 Washington St; 415-982-3705; www.grantplacesf.com

5. TON KIANG
“The pan-fried shrimp and chive dumplings (gao choy gau) are fresh and plump, with a texture that’s crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside.” 5821 Geary Blvd; 415-752-4440; www.tonkiang.net

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