Tim Ho Wan, the Hong Kong–founded dim sum chain known for its Michelin recognition, has reopened its Irvine location at the Diamond Jamboree shopping center following a yearlong closure and renovation.
Founded in Hong Kong in 2009, Tim Ho Wan built its global reputation on affordable, high-quality dim sum. Its signature baked barbecue pork buns remain one of its most iconic and sought-after menu items worldwide.
The Irvine outpost originally debuted in 2019 as the brand’s first California location. It is currently the only Tim Ho Wan restaurant operating in the state. The spacious 6,006-square-foot restaurant seats 135 guests and offers an all-day dim sum menu.
The reopening comes after Jollibee Foods Corp. fully acquired Tim Ho Wan in 2025. The chain now operates approximately 80 locations across 11 countries and serves as the Jollibee Group’s flagship Chinese cuisine brand.
Looking ahead, Tim Ho Wan is planning further Southern California expansion, with a new location reportedly in development in the San Gabriel Valley.
