Tip: This place offers a lunch portion of halibut with chips and coleslaw, which is perfect when…read moreyou don't feel like a massive meal. This year, I have been discovering Halibut House Fish and Chips locations outside of Markham. It has been fun figuring out that many are in Durham region. Last Saturday, I decided to visit the Brooklin-Whitby area. I had lunch at this Halibut House. This eatery is located in a plaza with a Longo's, Booster juice, COBS Bread, and more. I found a parking spot fairly close to the eatery. I backed my car into the spot and then walked in to this restaurant. The sign said to seat myself. So, I did. I grabbed a booth in a corner, with a window view. My server was Sopheak, who was attentive, communicative, and nice. He came over with a menu and asked if I wanted a drink. I ordered water. I also asked if this place had Coke or Pepsi products. It has both. I went with a Diet Pepsi. I got another one halfway through my meal, as one can wasn't enough. I didn't feel like my usual massive portion of halibut and chips. I suppose that a combination of it being humid outside and my having a large breakfast made me not have a ravenous appetite. On the menu, I was pleased to see a lunch portion of halibut and chips. It also had coleslaw. Perfect! I was fine catching up with a few things on my phone. Sopheak was kind to give me an update on my food. I wasn't in any rush. I did appreciate the status report. My food came. I was so happy to see a smaller portion of everything that I love. I do like the tartar squeeze bottle. It works nicely. I want one at home! The halibut was excellent. It was flaky and yummy, with a crispy, thin batter around it. Delicious! I don't like a huge pile of fries. The fries that I got were the perfect quantity. I ended up dipping them in the tartar sauce instead of having them plain or with ketchup. They were yummy. I loved my coleslaw. It was crispy and tangy. I looked at the apple pie feature. Having a smaller main meant that I could finally squeeze in dessert. You can get apple pie with or without ice cream. I went with the latter. I just wanted something with fruit. The apple pie slice was the perfect portion. It had caramel sauce drizzled on it. I liked that the pie was naturally sweet and the light caramel added a nice flavour dimension to an already excellent slice of pie. Yum! I used the washroom twice. I used it after I had placed my order and before I left. There were three single stalls. The one that I used twice was maintained exceptionally well. I paid with a credit card. Sopheak brought the payment machine to my table. I tipped and tapped. All done! I thanked him and headed to my car to discover more of the city. I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch here. Everything was yummy and perfect. (339)

Yummy food. Fresh. Good portion. My scallops would have been bigger though. It is not worth it for…read moreits size. Fish was yummy. Shrimps was good too. Service is prompt and friendly. Ambiance is fine.

This place is Indian x fast food x freshi. You arrive and it is nicely decorated but the random…read moreseats by a fireplace is a bit strange because you can't really sit there and eat comfortably. But the regular seating area was comfortable. The service is great because they explain the whole process, you pick a curry (meat or veggie) with rice, salad on a naan pizza..many options. We both got bowls, I had rice with the beef curry, and all the veggies, topped with sauces. First off the rice was a bit firm, but the beef curry was good. The fresh veggies added good crunch and reminded me of Freshi but the flavours were totally different. I think the issue is too many sauces made the meal too rich and conflicting flavours so next time I would omit the sauces at the end. I appreciated the spice level, I got spicy and it was very spicy! My wife got mild and she enjoyed the kick. Portion size was huge so you get good value for your money. We were able to take some home, but the next day it was not good...so skip the doggy bag and eat until you are full! If you want Indian there are other places but if you want Indian flavours in a bowl/salad format give this place a try.

I would probably give this place a 3 1/2 if I could. The food seems to be very lightly seasoned and…read morethen loaded up with sauces which end up tasting decent but tend to heavily mask the Indian spices. Wanted a quick snack my sons could eat while I drove so they opted for their aloo tiki burgers. They liked them and said they would have it again but they didn't love them. I had a paneer wrap on naan. The paneer had peas in it but looked like it had been sitting a long time although the place had only been open for few hours. I added the chutney and garlic sauce they recommended. Other than the mostly aromatic sense I was eating Indian food, it barely tasted like it. That being said, the garlic sauce was pretty tasty as was the wrap overall. Not knowing anything about this place walking in, I was expecting Indian food that tasted more Indian. Having tried it, it was pretty good ... just not what I expected.

Ordered the lobster mac and cheese and a pulled pork sandwich. Sandwich was 10/10 and delicious…read more Lobster mac and cheese didn't have enough lobster and it was a bit flavorless. Wouldn't recommend that. The service was amazing and the decor was so cool. I'd consider going back to try other sandwiches.

gangster cheese serves next level grilled cheese by adding a delicious spin to comfort food these…read morewere both super tasty and filling, def great hits

Mandarin in Oshawa is hands-down one of the best buffet experiences in the area! From the moment…read moreyou walk in, the atmosphere is warm and inviting, with attentive staff who make you feel welcome right away. The variety of food is incredible -- there's truly something for everyone, from fresh sushi and salads to a wide selection of Chinese dishes, Western comfort foods, and an impressive dessert bar. Everything I tried was fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care, not sitting out for hours like some buffets tend to do. The stir-fried noodles and honey garlic ribs were standouts, and the soup station had great options too. I also appreciated how clean and well-maintained the food stations were throughout our visit, even during a busy dinner rush. The staff were quick to clear plates and refill drinks, making the whole experience feel effortless. Prices are reasonable for the sheer amount and variety of food you get, making it perfect for families, group outings, or date nights. Mandarin Oshawa delivers every time. It's become our go-to spot for celebrations and casual dinners alike. Highly recommend checking it out!

PRO: 1. fast delivery and arrived hot…read more2. good taste and quantities CON: multiple orders and always some issue: a. delivery service denied b. web site updated after order accepted so item was not available 3. no online payment - must pay at my door 4. delivered to landlord not to me 5. lemon chicken has great taste but meat is stringy 6. chicken balls have a lot of crust/dough around them - good taste though.

I suddenly had a crave for burgers, so I decided to take a detour. This burger place has been…read moreproudly serving the Oshawa crowd since 1976. They have 2 types of burger you can pick- original or home burger. I was told by a loyal customer who frequently comes here- my boyfriend, that the original patty was frozen and the home burger were fresh grounded AA beef patty, so of course I have to pick the latter one. These were our orders and our thoughts... Home Cheeseburger ($13.21) super juicy... if you didn't wrap your burger before you bite into it, your hands will be soaked in burger drips (don't say I didn't warn you) buns were toasted so it added a little crunch to your bite Mushroom Swiss Burger ($14.69) Also uses fresh beef patty, each bite was super juicy that you just want to keep biting! Mushrooms and onions were both pan-fried, so it added a hint of smokey-ness flavour. Personally, I thought the garlic dill aioli could use a little more garlic or dill... I didn't remember there's aioli until I looked at the menu again Fries and onions included in the combo. Perfect crunch and crisp thick cut fries! Big proportion for what you get and the onion rings were fluffy inside but still have a crunchy shell... almost like a French fry wrapped around a slice of onion Definitely don't mind coming back to try their milkshake in the summer to go along with our burgers!

Always excellent food and wonderful customer service!! A great experience with consistent quality!!read more

What a perfect spot for breakfast. There are a variety of options (the menu is massive), the…read moreservice is amazing and the food is bomb. You can't go wrong. I ordered the 3 egg scrambler with 3 types of meat, topped with cheese and it came with home fries and toast. What a delicious feast! There was so much food that I was able to take home a portion for breakfast tomorrow.

Ordered delivery through DoorDash. The food looked good and tasted okay. I ordered the manicotti…read morewhich was decent but the sauce was a little spicy for some reason. I don't think I'd order again. It was a little pricey for the quality in my opinion.

Great smash burger!!! Best smash burger in the area by far! It's a double patty burger with cheese…read moreand fried onions, then whatever toppings you want to add. Be sure to get the combo which includes a drink and what they call a 'small' fry, but it is a HUGE portion of fries. Very friendly service, great quality food, free parking, right beside the beer store.

I visited here on my birthday in September. I was able to get the free lunch voucher by…read moreregistering my email on their website. The food was great as usual. Credit to the hard working chefs and staff refilling the buffet stations. The servers are also wonderful and pleasant. If you are looking to celebrate a birthday, anniversary or milestone then I recommend coming here. They always update their menu based on the season.

This Mandarin is one of the better locations - food tastes good and is refilled promptly, and the…read moreservers are quick to help when you need drinks or plates cleared up. It's a great spot for bringing a huge group.