Lunasia Dim Sum House

The inspiration

Lunasia opened in Alhambra in 2009 with a simple idea: honor Cantonese culinary tradition while presenting dim sum in a fresh, modern way¹ . The restaurant draws on yum cha culture, where families and friends gather over tea and small plates, and focuses on quality ingredients, generous portions, and thoughtful hospitality¹ . Instead of the traditional push-cart system, everything is made to order, so each dish arrives fresh from the steamer² .

Who's behind it

The kitchen is led by Chef Hau Fu Lee, working with a team of master dim sum practitioners devoted to traditional Cantonese yum cha with a contemporary touch .

What to order

Popular dish

Jumbo pork siu-mai³

the softball-sized signature, which The Infatuation names the best single dumpling it knows of in Los Angeles .

• Jumbo shrimp har gow: each wrapper packs in two whole shrimp, trading a denser skin for juicy dumplings that hold together .³
• Lobster rice noodle roll: a Michelin highlight and a dish worth planning your order around .²
• Shrimp and spinach dumplings: a lighter, fresher counterweight to the heavier jumbo plates .³
• Crispy shrimp rolls: sweet, savory, and far less heavy than their deep-fried shell suggests .³

What people are saying

Critics point to the freshness that comes from the made-to-order, cart-free format^2,3 . The Michelin Guide has recognized Lunasia with a Bib Gourmand, singling out the lobster rice noodle roll and praising the elegant room² . Reviewers also note the sheer size of the portions, especially the jumbo dumplings³ .

Why you should try it

If you're staying nearby in the San Gabriel Valley, this is a chance to eat Michelin-recognized dim sum in an elegant setting without chasing a rolling cart^2,4 . Start with the jumbo pork siu-mai, the house signature³ .