I just mentioned recently that Dim Sum on a weekday is a bad idea, but I have to correct myself because some of the places in Flushing are still packed enough on the weekdays to have a good turn over and abundance of variety. Jade Asian Restaurant Jade Asian Restaurant, the latest reincarnation of a very large space, was quite full yesterday at 1:00 PM on a Monday, which gives me hope that this notorious space, will finally have a more permanent name.

The space has been redone in a slightly more modern look than the average Chinese banquet space. They even have pink chair covers and servers in uniforms. This means nothing to the Chinese population in Flushing if the food can't speak for itself.

My mom and I, tried some of our Dim Sum must-haves like Shrimp Wrapped in Rice Noodle Sheets, Chive Dumplings, Steamed Fish Balls (a little fishier than normal), and Crystal Shrimp Dumplings (a bit salty).

Then moved on to some variations of Crystal Shrimp Dumplings. One had Shrimp and Pea Shoots, which I really liked. The other was Shrimp with Crabmeat and Shark Fin (we think fake) on top. It seemed as if the crab meat and shark fin were boiled until all the flavor was removed.

We also tried a Chicken and Mushroom Meatball, covered in Sticky Rice. This was unique and we both commented on how aromatic the Chinese Black Mushrooms were.

With a few exceptions, most of the dishes were pretty good, especially because everything was served fresh and hot. This is why you have to go to Dim Sum when it's busy. I liked Jade enough to try it again. I'd like to see what they can do on a weekend.