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    Tim Ho Wan (添好運), Restaurant in Tokyo
    Restaurant

    Tim Ho Wan (添好運)

    Chiyoda (Hibiya), Tokyo

    Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan

    The Read

    Price

    $20–30per person

    Dress

    Casual

    Why go

    Tim Ho Wan (添好運) is a practical Hibiya/Yurakucho-area choice when you want a casual, low-ceremony meal rather than a destination dinner. It suits solo diners and quick central Tokyo planning better than milestone occasions, chef-counter dining, or meals where confirmed dietary detail is essential.

    About Tim Ho Wan (添好運)

    Tim Ho Wan (添好運) is a casual dining option in Tokyo.

    Choose it for a casual Tokyo meal

    The dress code is casual. Do not plan around specifics such as particular dishes, service format, seating style, beverage options, or special accommodations.

    Do not over-plan around specific dishes, dietary accommodations, or special seating. For broader planning, use our full Tokyo restaurants guide, then pair the meal with nearby city research from our full Tokyo hotels guide, our full Tokyo bars guide, our full Tokyo experiences guide, or our full Tokyo wineries guide.

    Who should skip it

    Skip it if you need details in advance, such as a published menu, dietary policy, seating arrangement, price range, or beverage program. It is a better fit for diners comfortable with a casual Tokyo dining option and willing to verify practical details directly before committing.

    The takeThis is a spot for daytime social meals: think morning or midday dim sum with friends and family. Tim Ho Wan has a morning queue and a walk-in format, making it well suited to casual meetups, group dining and family outings that do not require advance reservations. Because the menu centers on hallmark dim sum like baked char siu bao, har gow and siu mai, it’s easy to share plates and sample a range of textures and flavors. The Michelin pedigree makes it a satisfying stop for curious diners seeking technical cooking at an approachable price point.
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    Planning details

    Location
    有楽町1-2-2 (日比谷シャンテ 別館 1F), 千代田区, 東京都, 100-0006
    Website
    timhowan.jp/location/en
    Phone
    +81 3-6550-8818
    The take

    The Take

    The Vibe

    Tim Ho Wan in Hibiya presents a classic, street‑level dim sum experience that pairs Cantonese craft with an unfussy Tokyo storefront. Tim Ho Wan has technical roots in laminated har gow skins, char siu fermentation and precise steaming, within an accessible, everyday setting. Rather than competing with sushi counters or kaiseki counters, Tim Ho Wan operates on its own terms: Michelin‑recognized technique delivered in a convivial, neighborhood format. The result feels both rooted in Cantonese practice and warmly integrated into Tokyo’s lively daytime dining scene.

    Best For

    This is a spot for daytime social meals: think morning or midday dim sum with friends and family. Tim Ho Wan has a morning queue and a walk-in format, making it well suited to casual meetups, group dining and family outings that do not require advance reservations. Because the menu centers on hallmark dim sum like baked char siu bao, har gow and siu mai, it’s easy to share plates and sample a range of textures and flavors. The Michelin pedigree makes it a satisfying stop for curious diners seeking technical cooking at an approachable price point.

    Ordering Tips

    Expect a morning queue and arrive prepared to wait if you want an earlier seating; a visible queue forms outside the ground-floor shopfront. The operation emphasizes walk‑in accessibility rather than counter reservations, so flexibility helps. Prioritize signature items such as Baked Char Siu Bao, Har Gow, Siu Mai, Pan-Fried Turnip Cake and Rice Wrapped in Lotus Leaf as representative examples of the kitchen’s Cantonese technique. Keep orders communal and share plates to taste a range of dim sum specialties without the need for a formal booking strategy.

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Casual, bustling dim sum hall with authentic Hong Kong atmosphere; expect crowds and a lively dining environment.

    Tags

    Vibe

    CasualLivelyIconic

    Best For

    Casual HangoutGroup DiningFamily

    Experience

    Open Kitchen

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Casual
    Noise Level
    Lively
    Service Style
    Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Quick Bite
    Capacity
    Medium
    Kitchen
    Traditional
    Menu Format
    A la carte, Family style
    Drinks Focus
    Oolong tea
    Dietary
    Vegetarian friendly

    Signature Dishes

    • Baked Char Siu Bao
    • Har Gao
    • Siu Mai
    • Pan-Fried Turnip Cake
    • Rice Wrapped in Lotus Leaf
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    有楽町1-2-2 (日比谷シャンテ 別館 1F), 千代田区, 東京都, 100-0006
    Planning details

    Location

    有楽町1-2-2 (日比谷シャンテ 別館 1F), 千代田区, 東京都, 100-0006 · Directions

    +81 3-6550-8818

    timhowan.jp/location/en

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    Frequently Asked Questions

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