Comparing Dim Sum across three restaurants — an honest verdict

I ate Dim Sum at three different restaurants in the same week to compare. The results were illuminating. The use of five-spice varied significantly — only one got it right. The rich with umami profile should be consistent but interpretation differs widely.

communal sharing at the table is culturally central. The best version came from a family banquet table, which felt authentic. chrysanthemum tea was offered at all three but only one knew how to serve it properly. The gap between mediocre and excellent Dim Sum is larger than you'd think.