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Warning: Don\u2019t read this while hungry. <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Searching for the best dim sum JB spots? Nothing beats crossing the Causeway for good eats \u2014 and Johor Bahru always delivers. While there\u2019s plenty to explore, let\u2019s be honest: Food is half the reason we go. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you’re a fan of classic har gow, crispy fried yam puffs, or just want an excuse to eat yourself into a food coma, this list has got you covered. From no-frills kopitiam legends to stylish modern takes, these 14 dim sum joints are well worth the journey!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Before you get ready to feast, exchange and lock in the best MYR rates anytime, anywhere. Say goodbye to bad rates and hello to more foodie adventures across the causeway! <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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TL;DR: Best Dim Sum JB At A Glance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Spot<\/th>Area<\/th>Signature<\/th>Price From<\/th>Halal<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Cha Lao Dim Sum<\/strong><\/td>Holiday Villa \/ KSL<\/td>Portuguese egg tarts<\/td>Wallet-friendly<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr>
Gim Cheng Dim Sum<\/strong><\/td>Taman Daya<\/td>Char siew bao, lo mai gai<\/td>From 2 MYR (~S$0.60)<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr>
Say Yes HK Dim Sum<\/strong><\/td>Taman Sutera Utama<\/td>Har gow, chee cheong fun<\/td>Mid<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr>
Tasixi<\/strong><\/td>Perling \/ Eco Botanic \/ Bukit Indah<\/td>Har gow, steamed pork ribs<\/td>Mid<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr>
D’Shanghai Dim Sum<\/strong><\/td>KSL \/ Permas \/ R&F \/ Pelangi<\/td>Xiao long bao<\/td>Mid-high<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr>
Pin Ming Xuan<\/strong><\/td>Taman Century Garden<\/td>3-in-1 porridge, custard buns<\/td>Mid<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr>
Hijrah Dim Sum<\/strong><\/td>Taman Melodies<\/td>Siew mai, har gow, lo mai gai<\/td>Mid<\/td>Yes<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Jiah Xiang Dim Sum<\/strong><\/td>Mount Austin \/ Sentosa \/ Kulai<\/td>Cheong fun, egg tarts<\/td>Mid<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr>
Restoran Kak Kak<\/strong><\/td>Taman Maju Jaya<\/td>Egg tarts, cheong fun<\/td>Super affordable<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr>
Shan Vege Dim Sum<\/strong><\/td>Taman Ekoperniagaan<\/td>Vegetarian har gow, mock char siew<\/td>Mid<\/td>No (vege)<\/td><\/tr>
Restoran Gui Yuan<\/strong><\/td>Taman Johor Jaya<\/td>Chee cheong fun, lo mai kai<\/td>Wallet-friendly<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr>
Dim Sum Empire<\/strong><\/td>Taman Abad (near KSL)<\/td>Salted egg yolk bun, chicken rice wine bao<\/td>Mid<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr>
Sek Bao <\/strong><\/td>Mount Austin + Eco Botanic<\/td>Black truffle char siew bao, salted egg lava bun<\/td>From 12 MYR \/ 2pc (~S$3.60)<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr>
Hock Chiang Hin <\/strong><\/td>Bandar JB (near CIQ)<\/td>Char siu bao, 50+ yrs<\/td>~3 MYR \/ basket (~S$0.90)<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Table of Contents<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Why JB Dim Sum Is Worth The Causeway Run<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Cha Lao Dim Sum<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Gim Cheng Dim Sum<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Say Yes Hong Kong Dim Sum<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Tasixi<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. D’Shanghai Dim Sum<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Pin Ming Xuan<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Hijrah Dim Sum<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Jiah Xiang Dim Sum<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Restoran Kak Kak<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  11. Shan Vege Dim Sum<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  12. Restoran Gui Yuan<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  13. Dim Sum Empire<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  14. Sek Bao<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  15. Hock Chiang Hin<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  16. Bonus Travel Tips For Your JB Adventure<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    Why JB Dim Sum Is Worth The Causeway Run<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Same dish, half the price. A basket of har gow that runs S$6 in Singapore goes for roughly 6\u20138 MYR (~S$1.80\u2013S$2.40) <\/strong>across the Causeway once you factor in the exchange rate. Multiply that by a 6\u20138 basket order for two, and you’ve already covered your tolls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    But it’s not just the price. JB’s dim sum scene runs from 50-year-old kopitiams where aunties still wheel pushcarts<\/strong>, to modern HK-style caf\u00e9s serving Instagram-perfect salted egg lava buns<\/strong>. The variety is wider than most Singapore spots, and the queues, while real, move faster than Tim Ho Wan on a Saturday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Paying in JB:<\/strong> When the cashier asks, “Pay in SGD or MYR?”, always pick MYR<\/strong>. Paying in SGD sounds convenient, but the shop’s terminal sneaks in a 3\u20137% markup on the conversion. Pay in MYR with a card like YouTrip and you get the actual exchange rate with no FX fee \u2014 that’s usually the difference between two extra baskets and none.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \ud83d\udcd6 Related Guide: SKS City Mall JBCC: What\u2019s Inside JB\u2019s Newest Mall<\/strong><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Cha Lao Dim Sum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Image Credits: @jeonphoria__ on Lemon8<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    For those who love their dim sum a little luxe, Cha Lao Dim Sum<\/a>, conveniently located right next to KSL mall, offers a contemporary take on the traditional yum cha experience. With its clean and modern interiors, prompt service, and selection of over 35 varieties of authentic Cantonese dim sum, it\u2019s perfect if you want something a notch above your regular joint. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Must-tries include their creamy Portuguese egg tarts, stir-fried radish cake and steamed black sesame buns (just to name a few!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n