They get 4.5 stars…read more Tiger chili prawn were huge & pretty good. They tasted Cantonese, but with chili & were very fresh though they were not really crispy (they were probably deep fried but the sauce made them less so). Manchurian Calamari was pretty crispy & very tender for calamari. The sauce was similar to the chili prawns but subtly different & less spicy; it was a pretty standard Manchu sauce with coriander. Chicken 65 was wet, not dry. It was good: juicy & tender with very light batter which was crispy & a sauce that was quite balanced.  Tandoori mixed momos were pretty good. They came pre-sauced with a creamy sauce. The skin was a bit thick especially chicken. Chicken & veg tasted more different than I expected. I didn't taste the tandoori flavour. The spicy side coleslaw was good: crisp & creamy.

Got several good reviews of this new place, most of them are omnivores. Went with family for a late…read morelunch. Quickly sat and asked if momos were vegan, most of the staff didn't know what meant. They are not. Asked about the noodles if they were made of eggs - they didn't know. What was more weird was that he refused to check if it had eggs. Hot and Sour Soup - was good. Fresh veggies. The taste less sour and less spicy that we were used to. Cauliflower Manchurian - disappointed. It was fresh, deep fried crunch and properly coated with the sauce. But it was mild at best as it was not spicy at all. The Chilli Garlic sauce (Sambal) was also not spicy and did not help. Burnt Garlic Fried Rice - again very mild and no taste and not properly seasoned. There was fried garlic on top but they definitely were not "burnt". Schezwan Veggies - was fair as well. Lots of fresh veggies, very saucy and garlicky. But way less spicy for our taste. Chilli Tofu - good crunch outside and soft inside. Chilli means hot and again this was mild at best. Disappointing again. This might be a good spot for non vegetarians but our visit was not satisfactory

To dine at BAO is to encounter a lineage. The photographs that line the walls -- statesmen,…read moredignitaries, moments of quiet historical weight -- speak to a heritage that precedes the restaurant's arrival in Toronto's Chinatown and traces back to Goubuli, the celebrated Northern Chinese institution whose name has been synonymous with baozi craftsmanship for well over a century. This backstory alone is enough to recalibrate one's expectations before the first dish arrives. And the kitchen does not squander that inheritance. The Xiao Long Bao -- delicate, thinly pleated, their skins holding a generous reservoir of clear, fragrant broth -- display the kind of technical care that only sustained practice produces. The crabmeat and pork filling carries a pronounced, honest sweetness from the sea that lesser renditions routinely sacrifice to cost-cutting. The Peking duck arrives with ceremony: skin lacquered to a deep amber, shatteringly crisp, served alongside wrappers of remarkable thinness. The Kung Pao Chicken is a study in balance -- its heat bright and forward without overwhelming the underlying savour -- and the Beijing Shredded Pork, folded into soft pancakes with scallion and sweet bean sauce, is a composition of aching simplicity executed with confidence. The dining room itself projects a considered, unhurried opulence: white linens, elegant tableware, and an atmosphere that distinguishes itself meaningfully from the more utilitarian establishments in the surrounding neighbourhood. Service is attentive, if occasionally uneven, and the pricing reflects the ambition of the enterprise -- this is not a destination for the budget-conscious, though one could argue the quality merits the premium. An occasional tendency toward over-salting, noted across a handful of preparations, is the sole substantive caveat. But in the broader sweep of the experience, BAO is something genuinely rare in this city: a Northern Chinese table with institutional depth, cooking with conviction, and a story worth sitting still long enough to hear.

I went back here with a friend after noticing the new Dim Sum sign out front…read more (Oh, as a side note, since then my Sichuan spice buddy and I were fans of the duck necks, wings and duck heads sold out front on the sidewalk as well.) Back to the dim sum. I was impressed right off the bat, as to my delight, my new friend knew the staff at this place and they said hi as we came in which was great! The food was perfect, and what was most impressive was that the price was in line with the other greasy spoon dim sum places in the area here in west Chinatown. There's no need to be in a diner type joint with greasy floors and screaming kids around you when you can go here and have the same experience in a much nicer atmosphere! The decor is gorgeous, the staff has nice uniforms and the tables look awesome with upscale accoutrements, rather than disposable chop sticks and chipped chinaware. Look at my pics of the dim sum, as it was top notch!

Great food and good ambience. Been here 2 times and food is…read moregreat every time...... a must go place

Another northern Chinese food gem in Mississauga…read more The food is pretty authentic for someone who want to experience real back home northern Chinese food. Everything on the menu is good, there's no bad dish. However, just like most northern Chinese dishes, the food can be a bit oily, but the flavour and texture are top notch. If you can't speak Mandarin l, bring someone who can do you can communicate with the waiters for recommendations.

My friend and I were craving Hakka and after reading some solid reviews, we decided to give RCS a…read moretry. We arrived for an early lunch on a weekday and we had a restaurant to ourselves. A very friendly gentleman brought out the menu and some tea as we scanned the well-priced lunch menu. Since we both came for chili chicken, we tried 2 versions of this lunch special; one on crispy chow mien (extra) with a soft drink and one with hot and sour soup and steamed rice. The lunch combos come with a spring roll and a choice of soup or a soft drink and was around $14. Our food came out pretty quickly and it was piping hot which is always great! The hot and sour soup was very good and it actually had a nice kick to it with chunky tofu and veggies morsels. My friend took a spoonful and found it to be too spicy for her, but I have a decent heat tolerance and it tasted perfect for my palate. The chili chicken on our lunch looked equally good, but fell short as the chicken pieces were small, dry and tasted of old frying oil which was unfortunate because the gravy was so good. Maybe next time, I will try a different protein to see if that can earn the restaurant the rest of the stars. Looking forward to coming back to try other items here soon!

This restaurant has been here for such a long time but it took me awhile to actually go. Some of my…read morefamily members are regulars here and always rave about their wonton noodles. It's located in this small unassuming plaza with many south asian businesses. I came here for lunch on a Sunday with a group of 14 people and they were super happy to accommodate. We made a reservation in advance. The inside is small dark yet cozy. No real interior design but that's typical for a Hakka Chinese restaurant in Scarborough. There were two other groups already eating before we all arrived. The staff were very nice and pleasant and even adjusted all their portion sizes so that instead of serving 13 pieces as the default they would give us 14 so that everyone had one. We ordered the wonton noodles, crispy breaded shrimp balls, chilli chicken, chilli fish, preserved lime fish, vermicelli, and white rice. Overall, the flavours were good but nothing blew me away. This is your standard Chinese Hakka restaurant but with very accommodating service.

***UPDATED MARCH 2026: We have been loving this spot for…read moreyears! Great didden gem in Old Cabbagetown on Parliament Street! The last time we ordered it was very underwhelming [they were very very busy], so I was hesitant to get takeout again - BUT IM SO GLAD WE DID! We have friends in town and we ordered: 1. Chicken Pakoras 8pcs/order - hot chili garlic flavor 5/5 2. Manchurian Fried Rice - w.Eggs, no beansprouts 5/5 3. Chili Chicken - w.Gravy/Sauce 5/5 4. Crispy Sesame Beef 5/5 5. Hakka Style Chowmein - w.Shrimp 5/5 6. Chicken MoMos 8pcs/order - chili sauce 5/5 Each dish was packed w.so much flavour and spices! The team here are always friendly and swift! Thank you Hakka Bistro - we look forward to another great meal! ***PREVIOUS VISIT FEB 2026: We love going here for our Hakka cravings but tonight didn't hit the mark for us. We had 4 items for take out. 1. Sweet/sour chicken $14 [1/5] sliced chicken*, about a handful or 2 of chopped veggies (bell peppers, onions and broccoli) drowned in s/s sauce that resembles the grocery store red ones. The chicken wasn't breaded - and it was quite dry. Perhaps it could be mentioned in the menu the chicken is not* breaded? Generous amounts of sauce for the steamed rice though. 2. Chili beef w.gravy $14 [4/5] Also very generous on the gravy here as it goes amazing with the steamed rice! Dial back on the ginger here if you cant take the heat. 3. Hakka style chowmein w.egg $12 +$2 egg [3/5] This is the only place where you actually get eggs when its the main protein in the dish! Its usually got more flavorful spices but today it only tasted spicy... 4. Manchurian style fried rice w.chicken $12 +$2 chkn [3/5] similarly to the noodles, this also lacked that kick of flavorful spices.. Overall today the dishes were missing that wok taste and kick of flavor. Gotta note it was about 8pm on a Sunday night - its a busy dinner rush for the team. Thank you Hakka Bistro, until next time!

Great place for Indian-Chinese food. The taste reminds me a lot of back home food. The quantity of…read morefood is really good. This location is only for takeout. However there is a seating (not great but okay) for customers who are waiting for the food.

Just discovered Hakka & Co. in Toronto and I'm obsessed!…read more Bold, sizzling Indo-Chinese Hakka magic. Their noodles and fried rice pack the perfect spicy kick, and those juicy momos? Absolute fire. Fresh, flavorful, and seriously addictive. Downtown's new go-to wok spot! If you love vibrant street-style eats with an Indian twist, run here now. 10/10, already planning my next visit!

This is a new Indian restaurant. Indo-Hakka (or Indian-Chinese) cuisine is popular in eastern and…read moresouthern India. This restaurant have dishes that are famous in the south and in the north. They opened for takeout about a month ago, and soft-opened for indoor dining on 2026-03-24. They haven't printed paper menus yet so you can see it on their online ordering website via a QR code. Some of the dishes allow your choice of protein, which some choices at an additional cost. Many of their dishes allow a choice of spice level; some dishes are naturally very spicy at a minimum since authentic Indo-Hakka cuisine is very spicy and bold, using Indian spices, green chilies, and fiery sauces. I ordered the following: 1. House Special Steamed Momos with Chicken ($11.99+$1.00). Chose mild. Comes with a sweet chili sauce and a hot chili sauce. 2. Crispy Cauliflower Bliss ($13.99). Chose mild. 3. Desi Hakka & Co. Chow Mein with Veg ($15.99+$0.00). This is a house special. Their mild level still has a little bit of spiciness. This is the spiciest level I could handle from this restaurant. The momos were not spicy, but you can dip them into the sweet chili or hot sauces provided. The chicken inside the momos where plentiful and juicy. While shooting a video of wanting to slightly dip a momo (using provided tongs) into the hot sauce, I actually dropped it into the hot sauce, so 30% was covered with sauce! Then I tried a second momo and repeated the drop again! I suffered eating those two momos! I wish dropped them into the sweet chili sauce instead because that was less spicy. The Crispy Cauliflower was a little spicy. The batter around the cauliflower wasn't that crispy. Not sure if I took too long to eat it. The cauliflower itself was good. If came which a lot of sautéed vegetables. The Chow Mein was also spicy. Overall this dish was good. This dish was large, so be hungry or share it. The customer service was acceptable. Currently the waiter is one of the two owners. They really need 2 or 3 wait staff. Have one person is nit enough, especially when the same staff have to also deal with the online delivery people. Hopefully they will hire more people by grand opening. There is seating for 25-30 people. The seating area is darkened but the front of the area lets in sunlight so it is brighter during the daytime. There is mostly instrumental lively music playing in the background. There is free WiFi. The restaurant is not wheelchair accessible. There are two gender-neutral washrooms in the basement, hence they are not wheelchair accessible (you have to walk up many steps to go in). There is paid neighbourhood street parking. There is one high chair for little children. Review 2026-057

Here you get your choice of proteins on either noodle soup or rice with sauce. They get 3.5 stars…read more Lemongrass pork egg noodles: The soup was standard wanton noodle soup though slightly tastier than average, with fresh green onions. Lemongrass pork was tender & pretty tasty though the lemongrass flavour was weak (probably because it was in the soup). The egg noodles were wanton noodles & springy. The bok choy was slightly underdone.

Noodle King is located in a newly renovated section of the PATH…read more The spicy beef noodle is amazing. The flavour of the braised beef, and soup are wonderful. This is a place worth checking out, especially after the renovations to the dining area of this food court, it's no longer dark and sketchy, but bright and inviting. There may be long lines during lunch hours, but the staff are super efficient and wait times are very short. Worth the visit!

Found a hidden gem of a Thai restaurant. The food was comforting and reasonably priced. Between the…read morethree of us, we ordered the tom yum soup, pad see ew, Penang curry, and pork laab (minced pork with sticky rice), and we were content. The spice was mild and very nice. Service was fast, and there are weekend and weekday lunch specials. Accessibility: free wifi, paid street parking, public several public transportation options, no changing table, no automatic door opener (two sets of doors), washrooms are downstairs (uneven and narrow staircase), no changing tables.

Good fresh Thai food. A little bit on the pricier side given that its a small mom and pop/hole in…read morethe wall kind of place, with one or two people serving, owing to slower service at times and not too much foot traffic. The spice levels are good, but the thai spicy didn't knock our socks off. The minced chicken dish was very flavorful but they skimped on the rice. The potato samosa was just ok. I wouldn't get it next time and opt for the spring rolls or the papaya salad. The restrooms are downstairs and are clean.