Pearl Bay

Steamed Live Fish

Whole fish from the tank, steamed to order with ginger, scallion, and a splash of hot oil — the definitive test of any Cantonese kitchen, and Pearl Bay passes

Salt and Pepper Dungeness Crab

Wok-tossed crab sections with a crisped, aromatic crust of garlic, chilies, and salt — messy, hands-on, and worth it

Stir-Fried Clams in Black Bean Sauce

Tender clams in a savory, umami-forward black bean and garlic sauce — one of the better renditions at this price point

Clay Pot Casserole

Braised proteins and vegetables slow-cooked in a clay pot, arriving fragrant and bubbling — a reliable comfort order on colder nights

Har Gow (Shrimp Dumplings)

Thin, translucent wrappers over a plump shrimp filling — a fair benchmark for weekend dim sum quality here

Sautéed Chinese Greens

Seasonal vegetables (water spinach or pea shoots) wok-fried with garlic — simple, well-executed, essential for balance against the seafood