Tai Pan Dim Sum

Chinese Restaurant $ 3.7Google (256)


Tai Pan Dim Sum is highly regarded for its authentic Cantonese dim sum, with many customers praising the freshness and quality of the food. However, service issues frequently arise, often described as rude or lacking customer focus, which tends to detract from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, the restaurant's affordable prices and generous portion sizes keep many patrons returning.

Overall:

3.9

(216 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.6

Atmosphere:

2.9

Service:

2.8


Closed · opens tomorrow 8:30 AM

Hours from Google · may not reflect holidays or recent changes

Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (408) 247-9996

Address: 477 Saratoga Ave, San Jose, CA 95129, USAOpen in Google Maps

Opening hours

Monday: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available

Offerings

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dessert

Good for

  • Good for Children

Payment options

  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

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" After hearing a lot about Tai Pan, I decided to stop by for lunch. I loved the ambiance and the variety available. The dim sum is really good; however, I did find the shrimp dumplings were not as juicy as I had hoped. Service was pretty standard and not overly friendly but overall a pleasant experience. You get what you pay for! " (*Curated Review*)

" Came here for the famed egg tarts and other pastries and they did not disappoint! They were fresh and delicious. However, there was a distinct lack of warmth from the staff who didn't seem interested in my experience. It’s all about the food here, and they do that well. I’d probably come back again for takeout. " (*Curated Review*)

" I don’t usually leave reviews, but I was quite disappointed with this place. The food has been going downhill over the years. My dim sum felt old and not fresh, and I found the service surprisingly rude this time. I expected better, given the reviews I read. Maybe it was a bad day? " (*Curated Review*)

" Decided to check out this place after hearing raving reviews about their dim sum. I wasn't disappointed! The pork buns were fluffy and fresh. However, no one greeted me when I arrived, which caught me off-guard. The food was truly the highlight, so I’ll likely be back despite the service issues. " (*Curated Review*)

" On several occasions, I've enjoyed good experiences at Tai Pan, but my last visit left me feeling underwhelmed. The portions were smaller than expected, and the hosts weren't very pleasant. I came for the shrimp dumplings and left a bit disappointed this time. They are still my guilty pleasure, though! " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (206)

" This is my favorite place to grab quick and delicious dim sum when I'm in the area. The flavors of their dishes are vibrant, especially the BBQ Pork Buns. Beware the service, though; it can be brusque, and that's putting it mildly. I usually just smile and focus on the food, which is fantastic! " (*Curated Review*)

" I've been here several times, and while the dim sum is tasty, the service can be quite unfriendly. It feels like they prioritize speed over customer interaction. Still, a good spot for a quick bite! " (*Curated Review*)

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