So. If you aren't into very authentic Northern Chinese food, this will be a hard sell. The place is a little dark, service can be on the slower side, and there's not a lot of English. If you're not scared, read on. We went here for dinner and did not need a reservation - the name in and of itself is probably a bit of a turnoff, but don't let it stop you. There was no wait, but you can also make reservations if you are so inclined. It has only a bit of decor and could use better lighting, but the place is pretty small comparatively. We were able to sit immediately and were greeted with tea (you have to request water). We got apps - spring rolls and wontons in spicy sauce. Let me tell you. The spring rolls were HOT - everything that comes out is freshly off the wok so be careful or you'll burn your mouth - but that's really the best part of those. Nothing to write home about. The wontons, however, are a dish I'd order four of and just eat as a meal. Definitely worth getting. For mains, we got the stir fried beef with cumin and the shredded pork with chili and garlic sauce. I can see why they're some of the more popular dishes, although the beef was a bit more onion heavy than I would have liked. they are spicy Sichuan style, but not too spicy that you don't get the other flavors. Also, the "spicy sauces" are a bit more spice than just spicy - like there's star anise and cinnamon and other "spiceful" flavors, and it's one of my favorite things. If you have one of the servers that speaks English pretty well, you should ask if the meat has bones in it so you aren't surprised when it comes out. Rice is $3 and that feels a bit eyeroll, but we did end up with leftovers, and can make rice at home. We plan to go back to try other things - maybe not the very adventurous stuff on the menu - but definitely some of the other dishes. read more

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Enjoyed the deep fried spare ribs, clams with soup, fried rice, and their spicy lamb. They're all very good! Enjoy my first time here. And may I add the price is amazing considering you're front of the ocean! read more

CCTV Chinese Restaurant - Chinese Near Me - White Rock, British Columbia

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Super delicious authentic Szechuan cuisine from a professional chef. Yes that's true that the name of the restaurant is confusing like a random low-end restaurant and I also didn't have any expectation on it before I walk in. But I was totally wrong. I lived in Szechuan for 4 years before and I feel like "that's it" after I taste the dry fried green bean. Then I noticed the technique the chef used is also professional: if you've learned Chinese cuisine techniques, you will find every detail of the dish is as standard as the textbook, from the shape of the food to how the spices are pre cooked. Also don't feel bad if you find the service is not as good as in western restaurant because that's how Chinese restaurant works: they care more about food than the service. If you want to have authentic Szechuan cuisine, come here. I swear this is the best Szechuan cuisine I've ever had in Vancouver. read more

I like their Chicken Broccoli Noodle item they have. The price is just right. Tasty and quick to make. I haven't tried anything so I don't know how other dishes are. They're sometimes very busy and it's best come in if you see it's not, otherwise there may be a wait. read more

The only Chinese restaurant on the marine drive strip and it's reminiscent of China Chinese food. Not Cantonese style. Name of restaurant could be more creative than using CCTV which is the main Chinese network channel. China Canada Tsingtao Vancouver whaaaaat? read more

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The major negative of this restaurant is the name. CCTV means a lot to the owner, but is very confusing if you don't know the back story. Many passed by without considering coming in. Shared the pork dumplings which were delicious. The cashew chicken was tasty, but bland and skimpy on the cashews. Just needed a tasty punch of something. There were no condiments on the table, including salt or pepper. My friend had a spicy pork dish and said it was good. The wine was on the cheaper side at $6 a glass. Great view (except the construction fence) read more

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A legit, unique Chinese restaurant, with food in the Shandong style (山東菜). The most impressive aspect is that I'm able taste the "wok breath" in their dishes, which the sign of a great Chinese restaurant and an experienced chef. Their signature dish is "Salt Water Tofu" of various type, which is very unique. They are made from soy milk that they make into fresh tofu on premise, and turned into a soup dish. It's not pretty to look at, but tastes amazing. There's enough excellence and uniqueness in their dishes that would bring me back. read more

CCTV Chinese Restaurant - Chili Lamb - Chinese Near Me - White Rock, British Columbia

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awful awful awful ordered for pickup but food was obviously ready early and just sitting there slimey overcooked food that should have been crispy----soggy with disintegrating noodles overpriced read more

Seriously, what are you looking for when you select a restaurant? 1. Amazing food; 2. Ambiance. This restaurant has both! Seafood and meat dishes are done to perfection, but to my mind the treatment of the accompanying vegetables is what separates the good from the exceptional! And this place is exceptional! As for ambiance, if you look around inside, you see a charming environment that is not fancy, but conveys the family's passion for excellence . Look outside, or better yet sit on the outdoor deck, and you have one of the best seaside vistas that Canada has to offer. Out of an abundance of concern for family and friends, they are not offering dine in service at the moment, so you will have to enjoy CCTV at home! Delivery or take out. Enjoy! read more

Ok. We have been here now several times and we really enjoy the variety of dishes they have to offer. The food is always fresh and flavour of the dishes are very good. Don't mind the decor as it is not reflective of the food. It's nice to see more local people enjoying this restaurant. A nice change from the standard fare. read more

This place sucks. The woman laughed when she messed up our order and served us only to take the food back and bring to another table! Do not waste money here read more

Beef and broccoli was very good. Chicken fried noodles and ma po tofu was not very tasty. Not sure I'd go back.

A nice Chinese restaurant along Marine drive. Its self-made tofu is so wonderful that we order tofu soup every time we visit this restaurant. Always can find some new dishes. read more

We came to celebrate my mom's birthday. It was okay, but doesn't exceed my expectation. The service was good.

The worst service ever! Sat down, took 30min to finally have the waitress take our order. After that we called her over after an hour of waiting for our food so that we can order some drinks while we wait and she gave use the "wait 1 min finger". 20min later we just walked out of the restaurant. They are rude, poor and slow service. We wasted an hour and a half in that restaurant and had nothing on our table. read more

Six of us went there for Christmas lunch. We ordered two different soups, two appetizers, and four lunch entrees. We shared all dishes. All agreed all were delicious. (We had a lot of take home). read more

This place really surprised me. Really good food- loved the hot and sour soup (very authentic), sweet and sour chicken and the pork fried rice were also delicious. read more

We have been to this restaurant three times and everything has been just delicious. We can't wait to try more of their dishes. They have tender noodles in their noodle dishes and the best fresh green beans in their beans and garlic (delicious). Last time we had an exceptional beef and onion dish and the prawns in seasoned salt. Both great. Try it. read more