The flagship, white-tablecloth elder statesman of the Royal China group where live seafood tanks meet premium prices and consistently excellent dim sum.
Ordering Strategy
Ideally go for lunch (noon to 4:30 PM) to access the full dim sum menu. If visiting for dinner, the focus shifts to luxury seafood and roast meats, but check market prices on the live tanks to avoid bill shock.
What to order
Har Gau
Praised as 'textbook perfection' and a showcase of 'dim sum mastery,' these dumplings feature plump, hyper-sweet prawns inside a delicate, translucent wrapper with the perfect chew.
Cantonese Roast Duck
A cornerstone of their 'classic Chinese roast meats' selection, it is a substantial choice for those seeking the deep umami flavor the flagship is known for.
Char Siu Pork Puffs
Described as a 'golden pastry dream,' these puffs offer a 'molten hit of sweet, sticky, porky decadence' that sets them apart from standard dim sum fare.
Taro Croquettes with Mushroom and Truffle
An elevated 'must-try' sampler item that combines the earthy texture of taro with premium mushroom and truffle notes.
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Signal score reflects how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.
Top critic: Andy Hayler (70%)
Editorial Weight 51 pts
Authority + depth + recency
Agreement 6 pts
How aligned the critics are
Coverage 10 pts
How many real review signals exist
Public Signal 6 pts
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Boosts 0 pts
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Review signals
3 Elite · 1 Editorial · 5 total signals
Public signal
4.2★ (1,200 reviews)
Good to know
This is the 'premium' location of the chain, so expect higher prices and a smarter dress code than the Queensway branch. Bookings are accepted. Note: Reports indicate the restaurant may relocate or close around March 2026.
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