Looking for the best dim sum in Johor Bahru? This updated 2026 guide brings together 21 places across JB, from traditional neighbourhood tea houses and Hong Kong-style restaurants to hotel dining and vegetarian options.
Use the list to compare locations, opening hours and dining styles before planning your visit. Restaurant hours, branch details and menu availability can change, so contact the restaurant or check its official page before travelling.
1. Din Tai Fung (鼎泰豐)

Din Tai Fung at JB City Square is a convenient choice for travellers arriving through JB Sentral or the CIQ. The official Malaysia outlet directory currently lists this Johor Bahru branch on Level 2 of the mall.
Its menu centres on dumplings and Taiwanese-style dishes, including xiao long bao. Global brand awards are not presented as awards for this exact JB outlet unless a direct outlet-level authority is available.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: Level 2, Lot J2-06 to J2-09 and J2-108, Johor Bahru City Square, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, 80000 Johor Bahru
- Current hours: 10:00 am–9:30 pm daily
- Contact: +60 7-207 0069
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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- Explore JB City Square Mall
2. Gui Yuan Restaurant (桂苑港式点心茶楼)

Gui Yuan is a morning dim sum restaurant in Taman Johor Jaya. Its current business profile and official Facebook presence support retaining it in the guide, while visitors should still check same-day operating information before travelling.
No direct authority was found that clearly assigns a Bib Gourmand distinction to this exact Johor Bahru outlet, so that claim is not included. Confirm same-day hours before travelling.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: 27, Jalan Dedap 8, Taman Johor Jaya, 81100 Johor Bahru
- Current hours: 7:00 am–12:00 pm; Tuesday closed
- Contact: +60 12-723 5560
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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3. Gim Cheng Dim Sum Restaurant (锦成茶楼)

Gim Cheng is a morning dim sum stop in Taman Daya. The current profile supports keeping the restaurant in the 2026 list, with operating hours presented as profile-based information rather than a permanent schedule.
The restaurant is presented as a practical breakfast option in Taman Daya. Diners should confirm current hours before making a special trip.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: 2, Jalan Sagu 36, Taman Daya, 81100 Johor Bahru
- Current hours: 7:00 am–1:00 pm; Wednesday closed
- Contact: +60 16-712 1257
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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4. New Hong Kong Restaurant JB (新香港點心樓)
Status: Temporarily closed. Check the restaurant’s latest official update before visiting.
Normal operating hours are not shown while the restaurant remains temporarily closed.
Additional Information
5. TaSiXi Hong Kong Dim Sum (大四喜香港点心楼)

TaSiXi is a Hong Kong-style dim sum restaurant in Taman Perling. The current profile supports retaining the outlet, but visitors should confirm the day’s opening hours directly before travelling.
The entry focuses on the restaurant’s dim sum format without preserving unverified price, popularity or “must-try” claims from the old article.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: 11, Jalan Camar 1/3, Taman Perling, 81200 Johor Bahru
- Current hours: 6:30 am–4:00 pm daily
- Contact: +60 13-771 7993
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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6. Hao You Restaurant (豪友点心楼)

Hao You is a daytime dim sum restaurant in Taman Johor Jaya. Its current business profile supports retaining it in the guide, although visitors should confirm the latest hours through the outlet’s own channel.
Check the restaurant’s current profile for its latest menu and operating hours before visiting.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: 1, Jalan Bakawali 50, Taman Johor Jaya, 81100 Johor Bahru
- Current hours: 6:00 am–3:30 pm; Monday closed
- Contact: +60 7-354 2708
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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7. Changman Dim Sum (常满点心楼)

Changman Dim Sum is a late-night dim sum option in Taman Nusa Bestari. Its long daily opening schedule can suit diners looking for breakfast, lunch, dinner or a late meal.
The restaurant serves a range of steamed and fried dim sum. Check its official page for current menu availability before visiting.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: 1, Jalan Bestari 7/2, Taman Nusa Bestari, 79150 Skudai, Johor
- Current hours: 7:00am–2:00am daily
- Contact: +60 7-244 4936
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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8. Wan Li Chinese Restaurant (万利轩) @ Renaissance Johor Bahru

Wan Li is the Chinese restaurant at Renaissance Johor Bahru Hotel in Permas Jaya. It serves lunch and dinner in a hotel dining setting.
The official site describes the operation as no pork and no lard and says ingredients come from halal-certified sources. Diners who require formal certification should confirm the restaurant’s current status directly.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: 2, Jalan Permas 11, Bandar Baru Permas Jaya, 81750 Johor Bahru
- Current hours: 11:00am–2:30pm; 6:00pm–9:30pm
- Contact: +60 7-381 3388
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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9. D’Shanghai (大上海) @ Permas Jaya

D’Shanghai’s official outlet directory currently lists its Permas Jaya branch. It is a daytime option for travellers staying around Permas Jaya rather than a restaurant next to JB City Square.
Use the restaurant’s official outlet directory to confirm its current branch information before visiting.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: G-56, Jalan Permas 15/1, Bandar Baru Permas Jaya, 81750 Masai
- Current hours: 7:00 am–3:30 pm daily
- Contact: +60 7-382 3102 / +60 18-375 2622
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
- Open this restaurant in Google Maps
10. Hijrah Dim Sum JB

Hijrah Dim Sum is listed by the current Johor tourism directory at Taman Melodies. The directory supports its active status, address and Tuesday-to-Sunday schedule.
Diners who require halal-certified dining should confirm the restaurant’s current certification status directly before visiting.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: 42, Jalan Beringin, Taman Melodies, 80250 Johor Bahru
- Current hours: 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Tuesday–Sunday; Monday closed
- Contact: +60 16-881 0042
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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11. Hock Chiang Hin Dim Sum (福振兴餐室)

Hock Chiang Hin remains at No.11 to preserve the approved 21-place order, but its 2026 operating status could not be independently verified from a current first-party or map profile during this review.
Confirm that the outlet is operating before visiting. Hours and contact details are omitted because a current source could not be verified.
Additional Information
- Status: STATUS NOT VERIFIED
- Address: 18, Jalan Siu Nam, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru
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- Browse food options around Jalan Wong Ah Fook
12. Yu Pin Dim Sum Restaurant (御品点心茶楼)

Yu Pin is a daytime dim sum restaurant in Taman Ungku Tun Aminah. Its official Facebook page can be checked for current operating updates.
The old Michelin Plate statement is removed because no direct authority was captured that assigns that recognition to this exact outlet.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: 60, Jalan Pendekar 13, Taman Ungku Tun Aminah, 81300 Johor Bahru
- Current hours: 8:00am–3:00pm daily
- Contact: +60 17-916 5754
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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13. Say Yes Hong Kong Dim Sum (思源香港点心)

Say Yes is a Hong Kong-style dim sum restaurant in Taman Sutera Utama. Its current profile supports retaining the outlet in the guide, with the schedule shown as current profile information.
The revised entry removes subjective “best ever” language and focuses on practical branch information. Confirm current hours directly before travelling.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: 66, Jalan Sutera Tanjung 8/3, Taman Sutera Utama, 81300 Skudai
- Current hours: 8:00 am–4:30 pm daily
- Contact: +60 18-965 3002
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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14. Restoran Kak Kak (佳佳点心茶楼)

Restoran Kak Kak is a morning dim sum restaurant in Taman Maju Jaya. Its current map profile supports active status and a daytime schedule rather than the old article’s late-night hours.
Visitors should check the current map profile or official Facebook page for same-day changes before travelling.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: 9, Jalan Maju, Taman Maju Jaya, 80400 Johor Bahru
- Current hours: 6:00 am–1:00 pm; Tuesday closed
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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15. PMX Dim Sum (品茗轩广式茶楼)

PMX Dim Sum’s official website currently lists its Taman Abad headquarters near KSL City. The outlet is a practical daytime option for visitors staying around the KSL area.
Check the official site for branch-specific hours and other updates before visiting.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: 10, Jalan Serigala, Taman Abad, 80250 Johor Bahru
- Current hours: 8:00 am–4:00 pm; official site lists 7:30 am opening Friday–Monday for the HQ
- Contact: +60 17-767 7399
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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16. Cha Lao Dim Sum (茶楼)

Cha Lao is located on the ground floor of Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre in Taman Abad. It operates as a daytime dim sum restaurant.
Restaurant facts and menu availability should be confirmed through the official page before visiting.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: G-6, Ground Floor, Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre, 260 Jalan Dato Sulaiman, Taman Abad, 80250 Johor Bahru
- Current hours: 9:00 am–5:00 pm daily
- Contact: +60 7-290 3394
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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17. Chi Bao Zi (吃包子香港有馅公司)

Chi Bao Zi is a Hong Kong-style bun and dim sum shop in Bukit Indah. Its current profile supports retaining the branch, but visitors should confirm its schedule before travelling.
Check its official page for current menu items and opening information before visiting.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: 49, Jalan Indah 1/1, Taman Bukit Indah, 81200 Johor Bahru
- Current hours: 8:00 am–5:00 pm daily
- Contact: +60 11-1112 5661
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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18. Shan Vege (膳济素食点心楼)

Shan Vege is a vegetarian dim sum restaurant in Taman Ekoperniagaan. Its current business identity supports describing the outlet as vegetarian, but no halal-certification claim is made.
Check the outlet’s official page for current menu availability and dietary information before visiting.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: 19, Jalan Ekoperniagaan 1/2, Taman Ekoperniagaan, 81100 Johor Bahru
- Current hours: 7:30 am–2:30 pm weekdays and 7:30 am–2:00 pm weekends; Wednesday closed
- Contact: +60 16-715 6027
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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19. Restaurant Tim Sum Peng Siang (品香点心茶室)

Peng Siang is a traditional dim sum shop in Taman Kebun Teh. It is a daytime option for visitors exploring central Johor Bahru.
Check the restaurant’s official page for current menu availability before visiting.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: 118, Jalan Chengai, Taman Kebun Teh, 80250 Johor Bahru
- Current hours: 8:00am–3:00pm
- Contact: +60 7-334 3345
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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20. Dim Sum Empire (KSL / Taman Abad)

Dim Sum Empire is a convenient place for dim sum near KSL City Mall and Taman Sentosa. Located along Jalan Harimau, the restaurant serves a selection of steamed and fried dim sum, including har gow, siew mai, char siew bao, dumplings and porridge.
Its central Johor Bahru location makes it suitable for breakfast, brunch or lunch before visiting KSL and nearby shopping areas. Opening hours and menu availability may change, so contact the restaurant before visiting.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: 187, Jalan Harimau, Taman Abad, 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor
- Opening Hours: 8:00am–5:00pm daily
- Contact Number: +60 11-6986 6998
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568123385041
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- See more food options near KSL City Mall
21. Dolly Dim Sum, AEON Tebrau City

Dolly Dim Sum’s official site currently lists its AEON Tebrau City outlet on the ground floor of the mall. It offers a mall-based dining option for travellers visiting the Tebrau area.
Dolly’s official halal page states that its outlets are halal-certified by JAKIM. Diners can check the current certification information on the official site before visiting.
Additional Information
- Status: ACTIVE
- Address: Lot G118, AEON Tebrau City, 3 Persiaran Desa Tebrau, Taman Desa Tebrau, 81100 Johor Bahru
- Current hours: 10:30 am–10:00 pm daily
- Contact: +60 12-345 6359
- Current source: Check the restaurant’s current official/profile source
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