Maxim Dim Sum Pekaka is recommended as the first eating pit stop if you have just arrived at Penang Airport.
When I picked Wendy, it was another 54 minutes before we reached the Dim Sum restaurant in Precinct 10.
So I quickly decided to head to Maxim Dim Sum at Taman Pekaka.
I remember this outlet to be very popular and my favorite dim sum in the vicinity.
Once you try it, you’ll know why!
Maxim Dim Sum Hassle-Free Queuing and Ordering
Maxim has an excellent queuing system in place. Even when the restaurant is packed, the wait time is not more than 10 minutes.
As you join the queue, the staff recommends your tea and hands you a card.
Once seated, you can grab the order card and pick your dim sum favorites, and the friendly waitress will tick the pricing for each item.
It’s that easy!
There is no need to stress about the ordering process here.
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More Space, More Enjoyment
Maxim’s Dim Sum Pekaka knows how to keep its customers happy.
They’ve expanded their restaurant, providing more seating to accommodate the growing number of dim sum lovers.
So don’t worry about the crowds; there’s always room for you to enjoy the feast!
A Dim Sum Adventure Awaits
Maxim Dim Sum Pekaka has a tasty menu that will leave you spoilt for choice.
The food is towards the extreme right side of the restaurant.
You pick up a tray and start from the left to right-hand side of the long line of Yum Cha offerings.
The first stop is the Cheong Fun and Century Egg Porridge.
Next is the steamed Yum Cha bites.
After that, you will find deep-fried items, followed by the Bao.
From the moment you take your first bite of their mouthwatering Har Gao (shrimp dumplings) and Siu Mai (pork dumplings), you’ll be hooked!
But that’s not all – their century egg porridge, custard buns, and deep-fried shrimp rolls.
L: Century Egg Porridge, Cheong Fun, Steamed Yam Cake
Robotic Drinks Service
Here’s the cool part – Maxim’s Dim Sum Pekaka has embraced the future with a charming cute little robot to serve your drinks!
Wendy thinks it is an adorable touch that adds to the dining experience.
Maxim Dim Sum Delights
While their dim sum steals the show, Maxim Dim Sum Pekaka also offers a tempting selection of main dishes like noodles and rice.
So, whether you’re in the mood for dim sum delicacies or heartier meals, they’ve got you covered.
Dim Sums, we have tried for our brunch.
Steamed Cabbage Rolls
A tasty filling wrapped with cabbage leaves and served with a delicious sauce, Chinese steamed cabbage rolls are pretty, low-carb, and very not filling.
Verdict: Tasty
Brinjal Yong Tau Foo
Other fresh produce includes brinjal, bitter gourd, ladies’ fingers, red chili, etc.
We love the Brinjal Yong Tau Foo with fish paste and meat as the stuffing and served with a sweet sauce.
Verdict: Tasty
Soup Dumplings (Xiao Long Bao)
Xiao Long Bao is a type of dim sum traditionally enjoyed as a snack or during a meal as an appetizer or even a main dish.
This version is below par if you have tried the top-end Din Tai Fung, famed for its Xiao Long Bao.
Sweet Potato Bao
Surpringsily the purple Sweet Potato Bao with custard tastes delicious without being too sweet.
Verdict: Tasty
Siew Mai
Siu mai is a quintessential must-order dim sum at any Yum Cha restaurant, and there is nothing outstanding with the version here.
Shrimp Rice Noodle Rolls (Shrimp Cheung Fun)
Shrimp Rice Noodle Rolls, or “Har Cheung” (Cantonese), is a dim sum classic and consists of fresh shrimp wrapped around light rice noodles, or Cheung Fun with a light soy sauce and spicy sambal.
Steamed Pork with Black Bean
The taste is fair, and it needs more fermented black bean sauce to add a bigger flavor.
Car Parking
This gem of a restaurant is always buzzing with happy diners, and you might encounter some difficulty finding parking nearby.
No worries; just be prepared to park a little further away and take a leisurely walk.
Another is to drive to the side of the complex and park in the basement with a flat rate of RM2.
Ambiance/Facilities
If I had to rate it, I’d give it an overall 8/10!
The ambiance, facilities, and convenience are on point, making your dining experience enjoyable.
Avg Price Per Person
With an average price of RM30 per person, Maxim’s Dim Sum Pekaka offers unbeatable value for the incredible flavors they serve.
We had eight items excluding a big pot of tea!
In a Nutshell
Maxim Dim Sum Pekaka is a culinary haven that captures the essence of delightful dim sum.
The Yum Cha restaurant is where flavors come alive, and every bite is a burst of happiness.
Whether you’re a dim sum enthusiast or a newbie, this restaurant comes recommended.
So, mark your calendar and head to Maxim Dim Sum Pekaka for an unforgettable dining adventure!
Maxim Dim Sum Pekaka
Bangunan Lip Sin 2-G-7 & 10, Lebuh Pekaka 1, Sungai Dua, 11700 Gelugor, Penang
Operation Hour: 6:30 am – 2:00 pm (Last order: 1:45 pm)
Tel: 04-6560915 / 016-7136625
Blog Disclosure: This is a NOT sponsored blog post. All opinions are mine. The writer and friends paid for their meal.
