I have always had a good time here. I was also saddened that it was listed as closed and went over…read moreto look. The sign they have up front is confusing. In Chinese, they indicate that they are renovating. But the English pretty much says they are permanently closed. If the owner can post a clarification that would be great.

Good to be back and it's still very impressive!…read more Great "wok-hei", which is the stir-fried flavor from a well-heated pan/ wok, in their dishes. Have to mention their set dinner Combo A to H. Good value and great taste. Ask the friendly waitresses for more detail. Recommended.

such a fun vibe here! it's great for big groups and friend gatherings for drinking…read more My favorite skewers were the lamb, chicken heart & chicken gizzard. the cabbage is also phenomenal & highly recommend that. For drinks, I got the lychee coronita which is massive & can last you the whole night. The servers are quite busy so the service is meh but it's still fine.

If you are willing to wait a while, the food and dining experience will be worth it. We arrived…read morejust after 6PM on a weekday Wednesday night thinking it will be a little less busy, but that was not the case. We still had to wait around 45 mins to 1 hour before being seated. Street Grill's interior and decor lends to it's theming as an old Asian alley where you get snack food from street vendors. I appreciated that the wall columns and dividers were intentionally chipped at uneven spots to fit that theme. You get a lot of variety with the available food options. They have beef, pork, lamb, chicken, seafood, and grilled veggies. The drinks also have their own separate menu with alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. In our 1st batch of orders, we had the Garlic Eggplant and Ham & Cilantro Bean Curd Rolls for starters. Both are good and safe recommendations for everyone. For the rest of the food, we had Beef Tenderloin, Lamb Brisket, and Pork Belly. All were seasoned and spiced just right. I particularly enjoyed having the Beef Tenderloin and Lamb Brisket. For our 2nd batch of orders we had a Shareable (Shrimps, Sea Jellyfish, Cucumber, Preserved Eggs, and Peanuts w/ thick sweet vinaigrette) order which we were not able to finish and had to take home. That mixed veggie shareable was good to cleanse the palate, but was a little too sour to finish all in one seating. The rest of the order we had the Grilled Steamed Bun and then we tried to go more exotic by ordering Spicy Duck Tongue and Jumbo Bullfrog. I loved the Grilled Steamed Bun. It was seasoned right and toasted to perfection. The Jumbo Bullfrog had just enough meat on it to pick out and eat. The Duck Tongue might not be for everyone. There is not enough of the meaty, fleshy middle layer to eat, and then the rest of it is the 2 wide, bony protruding structures. We were seated at a good spot by the upper level overlooking the rest of the dining area. There was a server standing just behind us ready for requests and taking our orders. The overall dining experience is great, but can be a little pricey. Communication might sometimes be a small issue. Some servers default to speaking in Chinese and there are times where it can be tricky asking them to identify what was the food they just brought out.

Just your typical Chinese food. Good wok hay, portion sizes and price. Only real complaint is that…read morethe food wasn't as hot when it came out. Services were also great servers were attentive and even made small convos with my family in cantonese. Wish there was a bit more lighting as the place was a tad dark and gloomy for a Chinese restaurant.

Looking for a more elevated dim sum dining experience? Look no further. They have carefully curated…read morea wide variety of dim sum consisting of steamed, deep fried, rice noodle roll, congee, rice in clay pot, roasted, and dessert. Their regular dim sum special Monday to Sunday 20% off for S, M, L size. Most of the items are medium or large however the portions are pretty reasonable. The service was decent and the server tried their best to communicate to a CBC " Canadian Born Chinese." There's a chinese bbq takeout attached to the restaurant and there are 2 entrances one exterior and one inside Bridlewood Mall. There are some good promos and they have some unique dishes that were eye catching. I saw the promo for dim combo $79.95 which includes deep fried squab, fish noodle soup and choice of 5 dim sum items. There's also a cash special $19.99 Peking duck 2 course promo if you spend $49.90. I will definitely come back and try that for dinner. Overall a great culinary experience and my wife and I enjoyed all the dimsum served here. We will definitely be back.

I still remember this moment so softly... the rich aroma of…read moreevery dish, the warm comfort in each bite, and that gentle happiness shared across the table It wasn't just food... it was a little gathering of flavors and feelings, where every dish told its own comforting story. Even now, I can almost taste it again... as if the memory is softly sitting beside me, reminding me how good it felt to be there. And I know this for sure... I'll come back again one day, softly and happily, just to relive that same warm, flavorful moment and let my heart enjoy it all over again

I picked up dinner on my way to the supermarket on Friday, and while it was not quite the…read moreIndonesian food I remember from Bali, it still hit the spot. The three dishes were very filling for two people and felt like great value overall. The nasi goreng had a lovely wok hei and nicely separated grains of rice with a slightly firm texture, which I really liked. The seasoning leaned a little sweeter and tangier than I expected, almost slightly Thai-inspired, but the small side of shrimp paste added a welcome layer of heat and depth. The mie Jawa was a bit bolder in flavor than the fried rice and very satisfying at first bite. It did get a little rich after a while, but the pickled cucumbers on the side balanced it out well. The satay was the surprise standout for me. I was worried it might be dry, but the meat was tender, lightly juicy, and grilled just right. The peanut sauce was especially good: smooth, well-balanced, and full of flavor without being too heavy. Service was also very solid. Even though I was only picking up takeout, the staff were friendly, efficient, and the whole process was smooth. The space itself looked clean, comfortable, and welcoming, with a relaxed ambiance that made me think it would be a pleasant place to dine in as well. Overall, it was not the most traditional version I have had, but still a satisfying and affordable meal when the craving strikes.

Been here a couple times now for dinner ever since they opened. Buffet is massive and has a variety…read moreof different stations from sushi, cooked foods, bbq/grill, Peking duck, dim sum and SO much more! I rmb when they first opened and they had unlimited lobster & oysters for $50 in this economy- they had me sold but unfortunately there's a limit of 1 per person for lobster, oyster, and durian. Still with the amount of food I think it was worth it! I also thought it was pretty cute that they had a snack station that had chips, gummies, pocky and Asian crackers i ate growing up - it was so nostalgic Service was friendly. They cleared the plates frequently and I never felt rushed eating here.

A Chinese buffet that was just okay imo. Service is good. The place is HUGE but very little diners…read more Because there weren't a lot of diners, there wasn't a lot of food, which I get since portions don't need to be as big. The food was just okay here, nothing really stood out to me. They have lobster and steamed oysters per person with a ticket and someone that mans the station handing them out. I think the sushi section was probably the best section. They have a noodle bar but I thought the bowl of noodle was way TOO BIG for a buffet portion - this is cooked to order by the staff. The stand out items were definitely the sashimi, the salt and pepper shrimp and for dessert durian. The durian is also per person with a ticket so if you love durian, this is probably a steal for you. Dessert section is mostly mousse cakes too which I don't love. Overall, it's just okay for me. Not a lot of variety in food. Taste was was just okay.

Umami House is a great spot for a good deal. We ordered three meals and later got a dessert to…read moreshare, and the bill came to be about $62. The food is tasty and though the interior is simple, they have a couple interesting decorations around. There's a little store in the front with a bunch of Japanese snacks and treats that you could pick up on your way out too! While I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here again, I think it has great value per dollar for a sit-down meal.

The food is always good and service is great from very friendly staff. Only downside is the…read moreweekends that it closes for holidays.

Decided to have lunch here on a Saturday afternoon and I was very pleased!…read more The quality of the meats were amazing - they were tender and very flavourful. The banchan were very good and we were able to get refills on them which is always a plus when going to KBBQ. The dining experience is interactive, with staff providing grilling assistance to ensure guests cook their meats properly. The ambiance is stylish and modern, making it a great spot for date nights and group dining. Also a plus is they do validate parking if you've parked in the garage! I highly recommend trying this restaurant out if you're a KBBQ lover. Definitely will be coming back!

High quality, great service, pricey, but worth the dime!…read more A premium Korean bbq spot that is worth the hype and price tag. It's dry aged meats so you can expect the pricing to be higher than other Korean bbq's. The service was top notch with servers coming to check in with us throughout our meal. The food was amazing here and the quality of their meats is definitely the highlight. Here's what we got: Yukhoe (raw beef tartare) 5/5 - So fresh, so delicious and a must get appetizer. Pairs perfectly with the sweet pear slices and delicious crisps. Cold Noodle Soup 5/5 - Chewy noodles with a cold broth that is the perfect carb and contrast to the bbq meats. Refreshing and delicious. Heritage No Name 5/5 - Such bang for buck in my opinion. $25 for 240g of this premium heritage pork. When cooked, there was no porky flavour at all, it got so brown when cooked that it almost looked like beef. A must get! Marinated bone-in short rib 5/5 - This was so good and was one thick piece of short rib. My favourite meat of the night for sure. Like all Korean bbqs, this spot also serves a variety of banchans and kbbq comes with a complimentary soup that I thought was the best compd soup ever (compared to all other kbbq places). I loved this restaurant and can't wait to be back! A must try that is worth all the hype.

De Chou has a lengthy menu to match with dishes made for a crowd. The kamjatang jeongol ($47.99) is…read morea hot pot stuffed to the gills with pork bones, potatoes, rice cakes, zucchini, and even enoki mushrooms and jalapeno garnishes. The broth wasn't very salty but still flavourful and once you let the peppers steep into the broth, they add a lovely spicy kick. Another substantial dish is the steamed pork bo saam ($49.99 for large) where slices of pork belly are kept warm on a hot plate. Diners tuck these soft meat slices into lettuce, Napa cabbage, and turnip with a smear of the savoury bean sauce for a protein packed bite. Our table was split about the haemui pa jeon ($28.99). The size of a medium pizza, it's made for a group. Personally, I found it way too thick and didn't contain enough ingredients to balance out the doughiness of the Korean style pancake. Conversely, my relatives preferred the heft as it contrasted the crispy exterior and soft interior. I guess it depends if you're a thin versus pan crust type of pizza lover. I'm firmly in the Neapolitan camp. I thoroughly enjoyed the crust that develops on the bottom of yachae dolsot bibimbap ($18.99). And the hot stone rice bowl contained a good combination of ingredients to ensure there was plenty of vegetables and beef to go around. De Chou's LA kalbi ($34.99) was rather neutral with very little sauce, so you mostly taste the beef. I personally would have preferred more sauce to help caramelize onto the beef ribs, but the older members of the family appreciated the plainness and liked that it was tender. This is a long review for the rest go to Gastro World.

(3/5) De Chou Korean Restaurant - Lunch Review…read more We stopped by De Chou Korean Restaurant for lunch today since we happened to be nearby. The sign said it opens at 11:30 a.m., and true to their word, the doors opened exactly on time. The restaurant itself is quite large and impressively clean -- that was my first good impression. We originally went in because of the sign outside advertising Korean ginseng chicken soup, but when we asked the server, he told us it's no longer on the menu. A bit disappointing, especially since my wife wasn't feeling well and I thought that soup would've been perfect for her. We ordered two Bulgogi Dolsot Bibimbaps ($21.99 each). The portion was decent, but the flavor was a bit bland and not salty enough for our taste -- overall I'd give it a 6/10. We also tried the Japchae ($13.99). Unfortunately, it was too greasy, a bit slimy, and overcooked -- about a 4/10 for me. They served five small side dishes, which were just average (5/10), and a small cup of noodle soup that was lukewarm and slightly sweet -- not to my liking, as I prefer savory over sweet in Korean food. The total came to $65.51 before tip, and we left a standard 15%. To be fair, by the time we finished lunch, there were quite a few tables filled, so maybe other dishes are better. But based on what we ordered today, the food didn't live up to the price. Would I go again? Probably not.