Okay, so yesterday I hit up Dim Sum Library in Pacific Place. Been meaning to try it for ages, you know how it is – always walk past, always say “next time,” and then forget.
First things first, finding the place wasn’t too hard. It’s right there in Pacific Place, pretty easy to spot. I went around lunchtime, thinking it’d be packed. And yeah, it was busy, but managed to snag a table pretty quickly. I think I got lucky!
The vibe of the place is pretty cool, not your typical super-traditional dim sum joint. It’s got a bit of a modern feel, but still feels authentic, if that makes sense. Definitely a step up from the hole-in-the-wall places I sometimes end up in. I was solo, so I just grabbed a seat by the window to people-watch while I ate. Always a good move.
So, the food. Ordered a bunch of stuff, obviously. Had to try the classics – Har Gow (shrimp dumplings) were a must. They were good, really good. Nice and plump, good shrimp flavor, wrappers were perfect. No complaints there. Next up, Siu Mai (pork dumplings). Again, solid. Good meat filling, not too greasy, and a nice little garnish on top. Can’t go wrong with Siu Mai, right?
- Then I got a bit more adventurous. I saw they had these Truffle Shumai on the menu. Had to try ’em. They were…interesting. I mean, they tasted good, but the truffle flavor was a bit overpowering. It kind of drowned out the pork flavor. I probably wouldn’t order them again, to be honest.
- Also tried their Char Siu Bao (BBQ pork buns). The buns were nice and fluffy, and the char siu filling was tasty, but it was a little bit sweet for my liking. I prefer a bit more savory char siu. Still decent though.
And to round things out, I got a plate of Cheung Fun (rice noodle rolls) with shrimp. Those were really good! The noodles were silky smooth, and the shrimp was perfectly cooked. The soy sauce they drizzled on top was perfect. That was probably my favorite dish of the whole meal.
The service was pretty good, too. The staff were friendly and attentive, always checking to see if I needed anything. Didn’t have to wait too long for the food to come out either, which is always a plus.
Overall, I’d say Dim Sum Library is worth checking out. It’s a bit pricier than your average dim sum place, but the quality is definitely there. Some hits, some misses, but generally a good experience. I’d go back again, maybe with some friends next time so we can try even more stuff. Just maybe skip the truffle shumai next time!