The wait was a long one, coming here without a reservation at dinner time was somewhat a mistake,…read moreprobably waited 45 minutes. So be sure to plan ahead! Tables were nicely spaced, although loud, you can still talk and enjoy the pots - Service time was very attentive - and checked on you a reasonable amount of times to ensure you were having a positive dining experience. The white pepper chicken was AMAZING , and it felt like the chicken kept respawning inside the broth, because it felt like we never ran out of chicken (portion was very generous). The rice wasn't bad , I'm not a huge fan of claypot rice in general, however this one had good flavours and the crispy rice was just right, without tasting burnt. Hope to visit again during a future Toronto trip -

If you're looking for something different from regular hotpot, The Big Casserole is a must-try…read more Their white pepper chicken and pork stomach hotpot is the star. The broth is fragrant, peppery, and deeply comforting without being too spicy. It's one of those soups that warms you up from the inside out -- perfect for winter. We ordered the $65 large portion (good for 3-4 people) and were surprised by how generous it was. It includes two plates of chicken, and the serving size is very substantial. They also offer a smaller $52 option for two people and individual pots for solo diners. We added extra meat and vegetables, but it honestly wasn't needed. Portions are big and great for sharing. We even had leftovers to take home. Great value for the quality and portion size. Definitely a spot I would come back to for authentic Chinese comfort food.

We came here for another claypot. So this time we tried the Rainbow Braised Chicken Pot Rice with…read moreMushroom Beef Rice. When it said "spicy" I was hesitated to have it, but the staff told me just the ginger spicy that was not so spicy. It came with a little bit waiting time, but it came with a wood stick that has a ginger smell, and the staff was peeling off the skin as the ginger spicy taste. That's special. Every time there was something new to us.

Go early or call in for a reservation. I've been twice and each time is been pretty busy…read more In terms of pricing, I would say it's extremely reasonably priced; especially if you get their membership. We got the membership ($20) and in addition to getting member pricing for all our dishes, we also had the highest priced bowl (the Imperial Buddha's Feast Pot Rice: regular priced $26.99 / Member Price: $22.88) comp-ed as well... So it was really a no-brainer. I particularly liked the Crispy Boneless Yellow Croaker. The fish had a nice crispy shell but the fish inside was tender and juicy. The spices that came with the dish added a mild spicy kick with a hint of sweetness that perfectly complimented the flavour of the deep fried fish. I also really liked the Osmanthus Glutinous Rice Stuffed Lotus Root. The osmanthus flavor in the honey sauce really came through and paired nicely with the lotus root. All three bowls were tasty and had a good amount of crispy rice at the bottom. Portions are extremely generous and I would say it would be a good role of thumb to only get one bowl for every two people; especially if you plan to add snacks to your meal.

Tried out Potlicious Stew after an impromptu invite to dinner by a couple of friends and I was…read morepleasantly satisfied. I've seen this restaurant before in the midland and finch plaza but hadn't tried it yet. We were seated promptly and instructed on how to order. It was easy enough to just scan the code and start looking through the app menu and the physical menu they provided. We ordered family style and had a clam soup with vermicelli, fried eggplant, fried fish, the full shrimp pan fried dumplings, boiled pork dumplings, deep fried enoki mushrooms, fried chinese cabbage, and sesame flatbread and the specialty rice. For dessert we received the deep fried milk. I must say I'm not a big seafood eater but the clam soup was delicious. It was not fishy at all and had really nice garlic flavour. I would get it again. The fried dishes were hot and crispy though the group agreed the oil might have been a little too cool as the dishes seemed to absorb a bit more oil than we prefer. However everything had really good flavour and my favourites were the soup and the rice. The restaurant is low key and spacious enough for decently large groups. They had high chairs for kids as well. Staff was friendly and helpful. I would return to try more dishes and get other hot pots.

Came in with lot expectations and was blown away by how delicious this meal was! It's a lamb pot…read morestew restaurant and specializes in all things lamb. Great service, cozy ambiance and delicious food. Here's some must gets: Traditional lamb pot 5/5 - So delicious, Lots of pieces of lamb and they keep refilling your pot with broth and not just water. Clam pot with vermicelli 5/5 - Came with a bed of vermicelli and a broth. These were meaty and delicious clams in the pot. Great for sharing. Fujian razor clams 100/5 - MUST GET! I loved these so much and the razor clams were so meaty and cooked perfectly. Deep fried eggplant 100/5 - Another must get! I loved this so much, the eggplant was so crispy and fried perfectly. Great for sharing! Overall, this meal really did blow me away. I don't love lamb that much but everything was just so good - from their sides to their hot pot! Definitely a must visit.

I'm obsessed with this place. The only reason I can't come back as much I'd like to is because it…read moreis a bit on the pricier side - but it really is worth it! I have been here 3 times already, and each time I can't help but order the Original Low Sodium Crossing the Bridge Rice Noodle. It's advertised as a healthier option, but the broth does taste more clear than regular. It still has a lot of flavour, which is impressive. I enjoy the amount of toppings that come with it and they do give a hefty bowl of noodles, although there is no refill. I have also tried a few of their appetizers and other dishes, and I would recommend the Sliced Pork Belly & Cucumber with Garlic Sauce and the Soft Tofu and Minced Pork Rice Noodle with Tomato Sauce. Overall, I really enjoy the food here!

First time visiting this noodle shop, the restaurant is clean and comfortable. Service was prompt…read more Foods are great, full of flavour, presentation is nice, full of toppings for the noodles. There's a balance of flavour and ingredients. Taste is just right with good portion. I consider this better than many other chain noodle shops. I will visit again.

This was the second time I came here…read more Food: Was really good, fast and efficient. Tastes really good. For the price it's good for what you get. I ordered the following: Honey Garlic Chicken Wings are my favourite, you definitely have to try them. Crisp, taste, flavour on point. Hot and spicy beef brisket noodles was really good. If you like a little bit of spice it's good. You can always ask for more spice. Beef was tender and delicious. Baked beef and mushroom in black pepper sauce cooked with cheese spaghetti - It was good. Beef was very soft and tender and very flavourful. Deep fried tentacles - Texture was soft and chewy, not over cooked or under cooked. Batter was good, made to my liking at least. It was overall good. Service - It was very good. Staff was efficient, polite and nice. Staff cleaned our tables very fast and kept refills on tea and water without asking. Overall very good experience, I highly recommend and I would definitely come back.

We used to have the takeout from the restaurant, but today we would like to dine in. It was a big…read morerestaurant, but still have a table for 3. They have paper menu on the table and also we can scan the table QR code to order online. They have different flavors of the fish noodle soup and choices of snacks. I had the tomato base fish noodle and my husband had the regular fish noodle soup which it was a bit spicy. I liked the Tomato base more because it has real tomato in it, not Tomato sauce, it was thicker than usual. We also got a side dish crispy fish skin, I had to mention that it was so good with noodle soup. It dipped into the soup for a few seconds, then took it out and tryouts. The crispy skin absorbed the soup and remained crispy. So delicious. They have other snacks and appetizers that I also want to try. But too full this time, definitely will go next time.

First time hearing about this place, as I came here for my birthday celebration. It's hiring in the…read morecorner of an ordinary North York plaza - you probably wouldn't notice it unless you were specifically looking for it. The inside is surprisingly spacious, with even a second floor. They specialize in Chinese BBQ skewers, with a great variety to choose from. The meat was fresh and tender, well seasoned while still letting the natural flavour of the meat come through. I especially liked the Juicy Crispy Chicken Bites and the Beef Top Sirloin. The Grilled Cabbage was surprisingly flavorful. The Supreme Seafood Rice was yummy too. It was covered in a rich seafood sauce, which I absolutely loved. The service was amazing. The staff member who looked after us, Evelyn, was super friendly and thoughtful. Even though it was a busy evening, she paid attention to our needs, made sure we had everything we needed, and even celebrated my birthday with us. She truly made this dining experience special, and definitely deserves a bonus :) Wish every restaurant had staff like her. Food (quality, creativity, consistency) - 5/5 Drinks (quality, variety) - NA/5 Ambience (interior design, cleanliness) - 4.5/5 Service (courtesy, knowledge, timeliness) - 5/5 Value (quality vs. price) - 4.5/5 OVERALL - 4.75

First time here, lots of parking…read more Skewers were good and juicy not too dry or salty or oily Great service and good environment have tv to watch fifa while having dinner

This place does not take reservations but does get busy during the weekends at peak times. We came…read morefor 5:30 and we got seated right away, group of 8. They have tables and booths as well. The service is fast but noticed there are just two cooks in the back so service got slightly slow, we ordered a lot of food, many skewers. The chicken is very good, mushrooms were not bad, enoki mushroom has a lot of aroma. Each order comes with 4 skewers pricing is about $7-9 so your bill can rack up. You also get the choice of spicy level. You order on the app and pay in the end. Corn was not sweet at all, disappointing on that part. Parking is at the front but paid, you can park behind H mart or across the street at the side streets. I would come here again.

Perfect spot for late-night Chinese skewers. Everything is grilled fresh and full of flavour, beef,…read morechicken skin, gizzard, shrimp, mackerel and even pineapple we're all delicious. You can customize the spice level and the smoky seasonings really hits. Great late-night deals, generous portions, cozy vibe and friendly service. A solid go-to skewer spot in Downtown Toronto. Highly recommend

A small hidden gem located in a plaza strip joint. This Chinese BBQ spot HITS…read more Food- all food ordered is via QR code online ordering. Comes directly to your table. Food I would recommend is the beef, lamb, clams and their grilled eggplant!!!! Yum. Must get if you like eggplant. The spices on their skewers were not too spicy, a little sweet and savory. Flavourful and unique. Not too salty, some places overdo it with salt but this place did it just right. Drinks - they had self service drink fridge in which you get charged after, but you can pick whichever you drink you want! Service- fast, effective, friendly. Ambiance - casual, cool and a great spot to bring plenty of friends or even just a date. Plenty of seating and cool lighting. It's so pretty!! 5/5 the food speaks for itself tbh. Highly recommend.

Absolutely enjoyed my experience at Zao Men Kan! I love the vibe and the skewers here, especially…read moreat night with all the neon decors! Service is always friendly and courteous. Staff speaks mandarin mostly. Skewers are grilled to perfection, you can order with or without spicy. Definitely must order the following: - mini beef and lamb skewers (6) - jumbo size beef and lamb skewers (4) - Taiwanese sweet sausages (4) - chicken knee bone aka cartilage (4) - chicken skin ($1 for 4 w/ social media posting) - sizzling tofu (8 pcs, literally sizzling hot, be careful when eating!) - brown sugar glutinous rice cake (8)