Steam
Steam is a sleek, modern dim sum restaurant styled as a wooden tea house specializing in steamed dumplings and tofu dishes like ma po tofu and egg tofu. While prices tend to skew higher, lunch and dinner guests appreciate their vegetarian and vegan offerings such as mushroom momos and large veggie plates; the venue features dog-friendly outdoor seating and is wheelchair accessible throughout. Some reviews highlight inconsistent food quality and service, especially regarding gluten-free and vegan items, so guests seeking plant-based options should pick favorites like the mushroom momos and chrysanthemum tea.
Vegan Friendliness
iLimited vegan options
- VEGAN OPTIONS Some · 3–5 dishes
- MENU Clearly marked
- STAFF Basic understanding
- PROTEIN tofu, mushrooms
Some users reported staff aren't always sure about ingredients.
Others mentioned inconsistent vegan claims on the menu.
A few noted vegan options aren't always available.
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