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Welcome to Royal Seafood

Royal Seafood, a Dim Sum and Cantonese restaurant located in New York, offers a wide range of traditional dishes and seafood options. With a bustling atmosphere and attentive service, this hidden gem provides a genuine taste of authentic dim sum. The extensive menu includes favorites like shrimp dumplings, crispy fried pig intestine, and house special boiled snail. Customers praise the efficient service and flavorful dishes, with standouts like the BBQ pork bun and egg tofu. Despite some minor drawbacks like limited vegetarian options and average service, Royal Seafood is a must-visit for dim sum enthusiasts seeking a traditional dining experience.

Royal Seafood: Reviews & Ratings

Jay G.
Jay G.

Great place for dim sum. Yes they have the carts and they also have a menu. I was able to find a waiter who explained much in English so we were fine. Enjoyed everything we had. Busy at mid day but worth the wait.

Julia L.
Julia L.

Good variety of dim sum options here with all of the classics (chang fen, xia jiao, shao mai, etc.). I'm personally partial to the lo bo gao, always a must-eat dish at any dim sum place. Definitely get the dou hua here- it counts as a small dish in price and has great flavor. The dou hua is silky smooth with a pleasant soy taste, and the accompanying sugar ginger water you eat it with has the perfect balance between the two flavors. The chinese broccoli was also quite flavorful, stir-fried in a savory siy sauce with garlic. Only disappointing note was that the zhi ma qui was very light on the filling (the space is mainly taken up by the chewy ball part), but even then, the taste was good and it had a nice chewy mouthfeel. Service is dim sum style where they push dishes around on carts. You can order in Cantonese (probably Mandarin too, if I overheard another table correctly), but English also works. (Or, in a more efficient manner, just nod when they show/point the dishes you want lol.) If you're eating at a busy time, you might have to wave them down to get the carts to come to your table. The inside space is very spacious and can seat large parties. The clientele appear to be mainly older Asian people, but there was also a reasonable amount of younger and/or non-Asian customers when I visited. I believe wedding parties have been hosted here, too. The bathrooms are decent and clean enough.

Shaquille J.
Shaquille J.

This place is the epitome of traditional dim sum. They have everything here and the prices aren't bad at all. The first time I've ever had dim sum was here, and there hasn't been a place that's come close to it. If I were you, I would get the stricky rice, lol. The service here is really, really fast. The people here work hard, and it shows. As soon as you sit down, you're getting offered food left and right. And if you're ordering to go, you're getting your food in under 5 minutes (assuming you get their attention). The ambiance here gives traditional dim sum vibes. Come bless your taste buds and come!

Joel S.
Joel S.

Royal Seafood is a little bit under the radar. It's out-of-the-way and not as easy to find as other places. The wait for dim sum on a Saturday was 20 minutes which was terrific. Very active scene with a lot of neighborhood people who knew each other. The dim sum carts were frequent and plentiful. The dim sum was very good. If you don't care about making the scene, this is a great place to grab dim sum.

Mike L.
Mike L.

There's a wait, especially on a Sunday... it's for a very good reason. My friends and I went for dim sum, since I've never had it and it's been on my bucket list. We were seated right away and instantly served some perfectly brewed tea, and food came too. The first thing I ate was a bbq pork bun. It was like a bbq pork donut. Light, airy, sweet, incredibly delicious. The other dishes that came in were incredibly flavorful! The service was exceptional and we will definitely be going back there!

Elizabeth X.
Elizabeth X.

Nice spacious restaurant. Big tables available. Authentic food, fair portions. Service is okay. Had some questions about some dishes and answers were a bit wishy-washy. Bathroom didn't smell clean.

Vicki C.
Vicki C.

I was a little skeptical at first when looking at the Google maps rating, but hey, always glad to be proven wrong! Really enjoyed the food and the very friendly staff at Royal Seafood! My favorite was the egg tofu. I want more!

Location

Welcome to Royal Seafood, a hidden gem located at 103 Mott Street in New York City. This Cantonese dim sum restaurant offers a wide range of delectable dishes, including seafood specialties and traditional dim sum favorites. With options for delivery and takeout, Royal Seafood is the perfect spot for a casual meal with friends or family.

As a food reviewer, I had the pleasure of trying some of Royal Seafood's appetizers, such as the Shrimp Dumplings and Crispy Fried Diced Pork Ribs. The flavors were bold and authentic, showcasing the skill of the chefs in preparing Cantonese cuisine. The Beef section on the menu also impressed me, with dishes like Orange Beef and Cumin Beef with Scallion offering a mix of savory and spicy flavors.

Reading through customer reviews, it's clear that Royal Seafood has garnered a loyal following. Guests praise the variety of dim sum options, attentive service, and vibrant atmosphere. Whether you're a dim sum aficionado or looking to explore Cantonese cuisine, Royal Seafood is a top choice in the heart of Chinatown.

  • Location: 103 Mott St New York, NY 10013
  • Phone Number: (212) 219-2338
  • Categories: Dim Sum, Cantonese, Seafood
  • Available Utilities: Delivery, Takeout, Accepts Credit Cards, Offers Catering

Overall, my experience at Royal Seafood left me impressed with the quality of the dishes and the restaurant's commitment to providing an authentic dining experience. Whether you're craving classic dim sum favorites or seafood delights, Royal Seafood delivers on all fronts. Don't miss out on this culinary gem in the heart of Chinatown!