New Lake Pavilion on Postcard

"Asian Jewels technically serves the best dim sum in Flushing, but only by an inch. New Lake Pavilion is right up there with it, and it offers a more classic, old-school experience. Located in a former diner, the place is just one enormous room with chandeliers, Greek columns, and roving carts squeezing between big round tables. Be sure to snag some rice rolls stuffed with fried shrimp when you see them come by." - carina finn koeppicus, kenny yang, neha talreja, bryan kim, molly fitzpatrick

The Best Restaurants In Flushing

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"When we say get here early during peak hours (around brunch time on weekends), we mean it! Once you get situated you can request which tea you want (we like doing half Chrysanthemum and half Pu-erh/Bo lay) and the ordering begins. The food gets wheeled out on traditional carts in small baskets and you get a stamp depending on the size of the dish. Our must haves at any dim sum restaurant are the rice noodle rolls, steamed dumplings, taro cake, and egg tart to finish it off." - QNS MADE

On the Grid : Lake Pavilion

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"Even if you don’t factor in the majestic retro facade with neon that can be spotted from outer space, Flushing’s New Lake Pavilion is still one of the most regal dim sum experiences in town. On weekend mornings, every single seat in the vast, carpeted dining room is filled, and carts zoom around glossy white columns, delivering fresh pork buns and sticky rice to families sitting at big round tables. The crisp, chewy deep-fried shrimp rice rolls are essential, and so are the pork-filled taro puffs and tender chicken feet that arrive saturated with caramelized soy flavor." - bryan kim, molly fitzpatrick, neha talreja, willa moore, will hartman

The 11 Best Dim Sum Restaurants In NYC

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"Versailles meets a 1970s diner. That’s how we’d describe this Cantonese Flushing restaurant with a neon facade and a dining room where chandeliers dangle over banquet-sized tables. Similar to nearby Asian Jewels (another top dim sum destination), New Lake Pavilion is open all day, but it's busiest on weekend afternoons, when overloaded carts ferry around siu mai and egg tarts. By 11am, the whole place is packed, with families crowding the entrance. Don’t be discouraged. The line moves quickly. Once you get seated, pay special attention to the silky, well-marinated chicken feet, and be sure to try the shrimp cheung fun and puffy pineapple pork buns that deflate like sweet, chewy balloons. photo credit: Kate Previte photo credit: Kate Previte photo credit: Kate Previte photo credit: Kate Previte" - Bryan Kim

New Lake Pavilion Review - Flushing - New York - The Infatuation

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"Lake Pavilion, Flushing by QNS MADE. When we say get here early during peak hours (around brunch time on weekends), we mean it! Once you get situated you can request which tea you want (we like doing half Chrysanthemum and half Pu-erh/Bo lay) and the ordering begins. The food gets wheeled out on traditional carts in small baskets and you get a stamp depending on the size of the dish. Our must haves at any dim sum restaurant are the rice noodle rolls, steamed dumplings, taro cake, and egg tart to finish it off."

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Frugal Cyclist

Google

Dined here several times and the food is great 👍 👍. A bit pricey but good quality. Our cycling group of 9 dined here and we brought our own wine to inebriate. BYOB. The venue also has nice wine selection. The VIP private room was spacious & comfortable. The highlight here was the KING CRAB 🦀 (15 lbs, about a grand $$). If you’re looking to celebrate 🎉, you got to go BIG. Every dish was delicious and we cleaned out everything that was served. A unanimous vote that the food was worth it. The venue can use some new upgrades and the bathroom NEEDS MORE CLEANUP! This is why it did NOT receive 5 stars ⭐️ as an establishment worthy of charging $1,500 for dinner. 😅😅 Noon dim sum is also spectacular.

Rachel Maziarka

Google

We dined in for a dim sum breakfast. It was everything I’ve ever dreamed of. Don’t miss the soup dumplings and the egg yolk bun. $55 for 3 people to eat and we were stuffed. Loved it here!

Bill Yu

Google

Comparable to the dimsum of Asian Jewels (also in Flushing but walkable from the 7 subway unlike here where you have to transfer to the Q44) but slightly better since every dimsum was hot (Asian Jewels served some dimsum in slightly less than room temp). The best was the shrimp hofan. I would not order the tripe again though since it was too tough. I would’ve added a star if the service had been more attentive. But overall it’s a nice place to enjoy quality dimsum on a lazy Sunday. After brunch you can do some Asian supermarket shopping in Yong Fa beside them.

Melanie Tam

Google

Came for dim sum with my family on a Saturday at around 10:30 in the morning to try and beat the rush. I've been here a few times before for dim sum and birthday dinners but it was years ago. They have street metered parking (not much) or valet parking. The lot looked pretty crowded already but the restaurant still had seats. We had the classic dim sum staples (shrimp/beef churng fun, ha gow, shumai, pork ribs, chicken feet, taro puffs, sticky rice, tripe, meatballs, and fish balls). They were all pretty standard except the pork ribs, which had leftover pork taste so you're better off skipping that one. We also ordered beef chow fun and young chow fried rice. The chow fun was good, but I always love a chow fun. We were seated on the platform area, so it was easy to be overlooked (i.e. in getting dim sum, flagging a waiter for water, the bill, etc.). Overall, it was your typical dim sum/Chinese restaurant experience - being ignored by waiters, and dishes that are hit or miss. But it definitely beats going into the heart of Flushing and having to fight for a spot (both parking and a table) there. Tip - there's a weekday special where you can get medium and large dim sum plates for the price of a small plate.

Amos Choi

Google

Decent spot for dim sum. Can get busy but came early morning so there was no wait. Staff barely spoke English but they try their best to help you with what you need.

Kimberly Lim Legaspi

Google

Nestled in the heart of the Flushing, this dim sum restaurant is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted with the tantalizing aroma of freshly steamed dumplings and sizzling hot pots. The menu is a delightful journey through traditional and innovative dim sum offerings, each dish expertly crafted to perfection. The authenticity with all the ladies pushing the carts of dimsum. The chefs showcase their culinary mastery with every bite, delivering a symphony of flavors that dance on your taste buds. The delicate shrimp dumplings and siu mai are a must-try, bursting with freshness and succulent seafood goodness. Pair them with the fluffy char siu bao, filled with sweet and savory barbecue pork that melts in your mouth. Not only is the food exceptional, but the ambiance is warm and inviting, perfect for a casual lunch with friends or a cozy dinner date. The staff is attentive and friendly, ensuring that your dining experience is nothing short of extraordinary. I came here for breakfast with some friends and loved it. Overall, this dim sum restaurant is a true treasure for food lovers. Prepare to be amazed by the exquisite flavors, impeccable service, and charming atmosphere. A culinary journey like no other awaits you here.

Alexis Montesino

Google

the best dim sum restaurant in queens!! never disappoints. make sure to check out the small bakery next to the host stand, lots of goodies in there too!

Jeannie T.

Google

I dare say the dinner here is better than the dim sum. I've been coming here for years but not in awhile since Covid. Attended a wedding banquet and the food was really good. Service was hit or miss and I'm not talking about them being too busy to not be attentive. Just some workers were better at addressing the customers. Seafood dishes really shine here. And the lamb chops are very tender. It's a must try!

Frugal Cyclist

Google

Dined here several times and the food is great 👍 👍. A bit pricey but good quality. Our cycling group of 9 dined here and we brought our own wine to inebriate. BYOB. The venue also has nice wine selection. The VIP private room was spacious & comfortable. The highlight here was the KING CRAB 🦀 (15 lbs, about a grand $$). If you’re looking to celebrate 🎉, you got to go BIG. Every dish was delicious and we cleaned out everything that was served. A unanimous vote that the food was worth it. The venue can use some new upgrades and the bathroom NEEDS MORE CLEANUP! This is why it did NOT receive 5 stars ⭐️ as an establishment worthy of charging $1,500 for dinner. 😅😅 Noon dim sum is also spectacular.

Rachel Maziarka

Google

We dined in for a dim sum breakfast. It was everything I’ve ever dreamed of. Don’t miss the soup dumplings and the egg yolk bun. $55 for 3 people to eat and we were stuffed. Loved it here!

Bill Yu

Google

Comparable to the dimsum of Asian Jewels (also in Flushing but walkable from the 7 subway unlike here where you have to transfer to the Q44) but slightly better since every dimsum was hot (Asian Jewels served some dimsum in slightly less than room temp). The best was the shrimp hofan. I would not order the tripe again though since it was too tough. I would’ve added a star if the service had been more attentive. But overall it’s a nice place to enjoy quality dimsum on a lazy Sunday. After brunch you can do some Asian supermarket shopping in Yong Fa beside them.

Melanie Tam

Google

Came for dim sum with my family on a Saturday at around 10:30 in the morning to try and beat the rush. I've been here a few times before for dim sum and birthday dinners but it was years ago. They have street metered parking (not much) or valet parking. The lot looked pretty crowded already but the restaurant still had seats. We had the classic dim sum staples (shrimp/beef churng fun, ha gow, shumai, pork ribs, chicken feet, taro puffs, sticky rice, tripe, meatballs, and fish balls). They were all pretty standard except the pork ribs, which had leftover pork taste so you're better off skipping that one. We also ordered beef chow fun and young chow fried rice. The chow fun was good, but I always love a chow fun. We were seated on the platform area, so it was easy to be overlooked (i.e. in getting dim sum, flagging a waiter for water, the bill, etc.). Overall, it was your typical dim sum/Chinese restaurant experience - being ignored by waiters, and dishes that are hit or miss. But it definitely beats going into the heart of Flushing and having to fight for a spot (both parking and a table) there. Tip - there's a weekday special where you can get medium and large dim sum plates for the price of a small plate.

Amos Choi

Google

Decent spot for dim sum. Can get busy but came early morning so there was no wait. Staff barely spoke English but they try their best to help you with what you need.

Kimberly Lim Legaspi

Google

Nestled in the heart of the Flushing, this dim sum restaurant is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted with the tantalizing aroma of freshly steamed dumplings and sizzling hot pots. The menu is a delightful journey through traditional and innovative dim sum offerings, each dish expertly crafted to perfection. The authenticity with all the ladies pushing the carts of dimsum. The chefs showcase their culinary mastery with every bite, delivering a symphony of flavors that dance on your taste buds. The delicate shrimp dumplings and siu mai are a must-try, bursting with freshness and succulent seafood goodness. Pair them with the fluffy char siu bao, filled with sweet and savory barbecue pork that melts in your mouth. Not only is the food exceptional, but the ambiance is warm and inviting, perfect for a casual lunch with friends or a cozy dinner date. The staff is attentive and friendly, ensuring that your dining experience is nothing short of extraordinary. I came here for breakfast with some friends and loved it. Overall, this dim sum restaurant is a true treasure for food lovers. Prepare to be amazed by the exquisite flavors, impeccable service, and charming atmosphere. A culinary journey like no other awaits you here.

Alexis Montesino

Google

the best dim sum restaurant in queens!! never disappoints. make sure to check out the small bakery next to the host stand, lots of goodies in there too!

Jeannie T.

Google

I dare say the dinner here is better than the dim sum. I've been coming here for years but not in awhile since Covid. Attended a wedding banquet and the food was really good. Service was hit or miss and I'm not talking about them being too busy to not be attentive. Just some workers were better at addressing the customers. Seafood dishes really shine here. And the lamb chops are very tender. It's a must try!

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