Dim Sum Garden is one of The 15 Best Places for Buns in Philadelphia.

1. Dim Sum Garden

7.9
1020 Race St, Philadelphia, PA
Dim Sum Restaurant · Chinatown · 174 tips and reviews

Chris L.Chris L: Shanghai dumplings, scallion pancake, pan fried dumplings, and beef brisket noodle soup FTW

Chiara A.Chiara A.: Definitely a great place to have dumplings! They taste fresh and not too salty! Try the soup dumpling (the soup is inside!) and the pan fried pork juicy buns!

James J.James Jennings: Iced Coconut Bubble Tea and Pork Soup Dumpling is the way to go.

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2. Sampan

8.4
124 S 13th St (btw Sansom St & Walnut St), Philadelphia, PA
Asian Restaurant · Center City East · 184 tips and reviews

Kevin R.Kevin R: Loved the outdoor seating. Had the lobster ceviche, potstickers and pork bao were amazing. Highly recommend this place!

Sam T.Sam Troy: Happy hour is the way to go. Edamame dumplings are the best! Chicken bao bun is awesome too!

Halle W.Halle Wilf: Great food! Soup dumplings are a must. Dont get the short rib meatballs. Yuck

Bing Bing Dim Sum is one of The 15 Best Places for Buns in Philadelphia.

3. Bing Bing Dim Sum

8.4
1648 E Passyunk Ave (Morris), Philadelphia, PA
Dim Sum Restaurant · Bella Vista - Southwark · 37 tips and reviews

Patrick W.Patrick W: Pork kimchi soup dumplings are a must. Just be sure to let them vent before diving in.

Jordan M.Jordan McKinney: So incredible! Can't wait to return! Best green beans I've had in my entire life! Pork bao was addictive. Bubbies fish plate was so fresh and tasty. Drinks are on point.

Emma M.Emma McTague: The soup dumplings are addictive, and they have a surprisingly delicious (and strong) margarita.

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4. Bud & Marilyn's

8.8
1234 Locust St (at S 13th St), Philadelphia, PA
Comfort Food Restaurant · Washington Square West · 43 tips and reviews

Travis T.Travis Tindell: Amazing fried chicken and pork belly buns. This place is a must!

Matt w.Matt www.Travelyaps.com: This place is beyond anyone’s wildest dreams! I had and would recommend the cheese curds, Nashville bun and the short ribs stroganoff.

Rob M.Rob McGowan: After 10pm night owl specials: beer & a shot for $6, cheese curds for $6, Bud’s Burger for $10. Nashville Hot Buns are amazing.

Terakawa Ramen is one of The 15 Best Places for Buns in Philadelphia.

5. Terakawa Ramen

8.8
204 N 9th St (btwn Race & Spring St), Philadelphia, PA
Ramen Restaurant · Chinatown · 99 tips and reviews

Kristie H.Kristie Howie: Great Ramen! The pork is the best with the best flavor and the buns are amazing.! The crispy pork buns so good and the staff is wonderful!

Hello B.Hello Bear: miso ramen + pork buns + shu mai tempura + hot green tea = amazing meal

☕Sarah🍴💡☕Sarah🍴💡: Get the spicy miso ramen aka Tan Tan and the pork buns.

Cafe Diem is one of The 15 Best Places for Buns in Philadelphia.

6. Cafe Diem

7.8
1031 S 8th St (8th St. and Washington Ave), Philadelphia, PA
Vietnamese Restaurant · Bella Vista - Southwark · 12 tips and reviews

Agatha S.Agatha Su: Try the bun bo hue! Thats what I always get.

Kimbop, E.Kimbop, Esther: Bun bo hue all the way!!! I've tried several places in Philly n NYC all recommended by diff Vietnamese friends including cafe diem, n nothing beats cafe diems bun Bo hue!

Linh N.Linh Nguyen: Best Bun Bo Hue in Philly! Try their banh cuon, too. Delish!!!!

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7. Nom Wah Philadelphia

8.6
218 N 13th St (Vine & Race), Philadelphia, PA
Dim Sum Restaurant · Center City East · 22 tips and reviews

Larisa G.Larisa Grollemond: Great service, definitely get a ton of dumplings and don't miss the pork bun!

John F.John Facella: Everything excellent, but the Roast Pork Bun, Shrimp & Bacon Roll and Chow Fun with Beef stood out.

John S.John Struble: Dim sum. Soup dumplings, scallion pancakes, etc.

Nom Nom Ramen is one of The 15 Best Places for Buns in Philadelphia.

8. Nom Nom Ramen

8.1
20 S 18th St (at Ludlow St), Philadelphia, PA
Noodle Restaurant · Center City West · 36 tips and reviews

Hugh W.Hugh Williams: Grab a window seat and watch Philly go by as you enjoy the pork buns and spicy miso

Amy V.Amy Von: Pork buns are amazing !! Had the pork cheek ramen special it was life changing. . Treat your self! Cash only folks and bring plenty kinda pricey!

Era S.Era Singh: Love this place! Get the pork buns and karai ramen special

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9. The Continental Mid-Town

8.3
1801 Chestnut St (at 18th St.), Philadelphia, PA
New American Restaurant · Center City West · 200 tips and reviews

Natalie Q.Natalie Quinn: The lobster mac n cheese and french onion soup dumplings are the best items on the menu. You must get them!

Bullfrog & BaumBullfrog & Baum: The restaurants cool vibe and interesting menu gives you a different, and still delicious experience. Their French Onion Soup Dumplings and the Lamb Flatbread are definitely among the menu favorites.

RCRC: It's a very fun atmosphere. See the bathrooms (hilarious). Lobster mac to die for. Try the French onion soup dumplings for something different.

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10. Nam Phuong

8.8
1100 Washington Ave (at 11th St), Philadelphia, PA
Vietnamese Restaurant · Bella Vista - Southwark · 57 tips and reviews

J L.J L: Authentic affordable Vietnamese food in South Philly. You can get a variety of dishes from bun (vermicelli noodles) to fish clay pots.

Cora A.Cora Ang: Watch what the local vietnamese eat and get away from the pho and bun (as tasty as they are)!

Vivie B.Vivie B: Pho is great and all but get the Bun Bo Hue soup... Amazing. PS- If you're not feel adventurous, tell them to hold the pork hocks.

ShangHai 1 is one of The 15 Best Places for Buns in Philadelphia.

11. ShangHai 1

8.3
123 N 10th St, Philadelphia, PA
Shanghai Restaurant · Chinatown · 7 tips and reviews

Michael F.Michael Fenske: Soup dumplings are amazing!

Rob K.Rob K: Try the soup dumplings. I had the pork ones and the crab ones. Both were good but I preferred the pork.

Basanta K.Basanta Kharel: Pork soup dumplings

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12. KC's Pastries

8.1
109 N 10th St (btwn Arch & Cherry), Philadelphia, PA
Bakery · Chinatown · 15 tips and reviews

David C.David Castillo: Awesome custard buns!!!!

Christyn Cecille A.Christyn Cecille Aborde: Their coconut buns are THE BEST!!

Joel G.Joel Goldman: Pineapple custard bun. Thank me later.

Cafe Nhan is one of The 15 Best Places for Buns in Philadelphia.

13. Cafe Nhan

8.5
1606 W Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Vietnamese Restaurant · South Philadelphia · 3 tips and reviews

Joshua S.Joshua Skaroff: Bun bo hue might be the best in philly

Julie L.Julie Lo: BBH is most popular here. everything is good. not always consistent. bun reiu is my fav here and yogurt drink made by the tall young woman is on point.

John S.John Strain: Best pho and bbh in Philly

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14. Tom’s Dim Sum

8.2
59 N 11th St, Philadelphia, PA
Shanghai Restaurant · Chinatown · 14 tips and reviews

Nohra M.Nohra Murad: Crispy scallion pancakes, great soup dumplings! Spring rolls were average, steamed buns are worth getting. Friendly people, very good green tea, and inexpensive food.

Angelica W.Angelica W: Really great Shanghai soup dumplings / xiaolongbao

Allie a.Allie a: soup dumplings!!!!!!!

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15. One Shot Cafe

9.0
217 W George St (at American St), Philadelphia, PA
Café · Northern Liberties - Fishtown · 90 tips and reviews

Cameron C.Cameron C.: The lattes here are some of the best in Philly. I just had the egg sandwich with their homemade garlic sage sausage. Served with cheese in a brioche bun. Delicious!!

Chris S.Chris Somers: Definitely recommend the sausage egg and cheese on a brioche bun. Yummy !!

Sonny K.Sonny Kwok: Scrambled eggs on brioche, oh la la, and their coffee is great too, stumptown