
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.
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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.
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
Best For
Experience
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
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