Asian Pearl

3288 Pierce St. Richmond
510.526.6800

A new restaurant in Ranch 99 complex in Richmond. I used to haunt Saigon Harbor for good dim sum lunch, but this new comer is a lot more elegant. Have you ever heard of elegant and quiet and good Cantonese restaurants? This is a new concept.
For lunch, they push the traditional carts filled with delectable dim sum, and you point to the dish you like. Or you can order from the menu. We had crepes with chicken and bitter melons, cold baby octopus and green seaweed, ha gaw, tripe stew (yuk!), and sesame balls. Food was just as good as Saigon Harbor next door, but what makes a big difference is its atmosphere. It is quiet for a Chinese restaurant, and food is served in prestine and modern-looking plates and teapots. Staff are nice and pleasant, and I can recommend this restaurant even for a first date! (Are you kidding? A Chinese restaurant for a date? YES!)