There are so many stories of how Dim Sum started, but our favorite is that small servings of food appeared at tea houses alongside main roads in China, frequented by many travelers. Some even say Dim Sum was served along The Silk Road, connecting China with Middle Eastern and European cultures.
These small morsels of food, often in the form of various fillings wrapped in dough, were paired with tea to energize weary travelers eager to get back on their journey, “touching/dotting” their hearts. Nowadays, Dim Sum has grown into a boisterous brunch tradition for families and friends of Chinese ancestry internationally, filled with laughter, push carts and empty steamers stacked high on the tables.
Today at And Dim Sum, we tip our hat to the ancient Chinese practice of hospitality offering small plates of food paired with tea (and ahem, cocktails, too!) with care and love. Whether this is your first time discovering a steam basket filled with tasty dumplings or your 500th, we hope we touch your heart with our modern interpretations of Dim Sum to inspire you to explore and seek out more traditional Dim Sum experiences as well.
Thanks for visiting and happy travels,
And Dim Sum
embracing tradition
What’s Dim Sum
Anyway?
Dim Sum means “Touch the heart” or “Dot the heart” in Chinese.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Never had Dim Sum before? You are in for sum fun! Part of what makes Dim Sum experience special is trying new things and finding delightful surprises. Dim Sum is served in small quantities and usually shared family style, so choose a few that piques your interest.. Our knowledgeable staff can help make a recommendation or two, and we don’t judge if you want to keep all the dumplings for yourself.
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Absolutely! Order in your favorites or take our frozen dumplings home! Ask your server to see what flavors are available this week.
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For everyday service, we prepare all Dim Sum fresh to order and serve it tableside. For Private Events when all guests are present at the same time, we have Dim Sum carts to add to the festivity. Freshness is important to us, cuz no one likes dried-out dough.
Visit Us
And Dim Sum is located in the Arts District in Downtown Richmond, Virginia. We are about a half mile from the VCU campus, in the Maggie Walker Plaza, on the corner of West Broad and Adams streets.
Free Parking
Let us pay for your parking! Park in any paid lot/street parking and we will deduct the total from your bill. Good for up to 2 hours ($10 max).
And Dim Sum assumes no responsibility for tickets/towing/damage to your vehicle. Parking map shown for convenience only and may be subject to change. Please observe and follow directions on posted signs to avoid towing or tickets.