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    Rol San

    3.3 (893 reviews)
    ModerateDim Sum
    Open 9:30 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Patricia J.

    Not very flavourful. I ended up just going with the black bean veggie noodles. I know it's a dim sum place but I was with a group who mostly eat pork and I don't so I chose among the limited options. Huge portions but I won't be back. No salt or seasoning. I found the food bland.

    111. Special Fried Rice / 特別炒飯
    Jonah N.

    I thought I had reviewed this Chinese restaurant already, but turns out I haven't so far. So these pics are a combination of my last two visits. Both times were for lunch, and there was a large party both times. It was also a treat for me to show for the first time my Texas-based niece and nephew one of my favourite Chinatown places in Toronto. We were seated very quickly, despite the lunch rush. Very clean tables and floors, and a well-lit area. Since there were eight of us, we got the round table with a lazy Susan. We started with the chicken and corn soup, which heated us up quickly on a chilly January day. Then the dim sun arrived in numbers, from the delectable Har Gow, the scrumptious Siu Mai, the tasty deep-fried squid tentacles, the texture of the curried cuttlefish, and the interesting mouth-feel of chicken feet. Sizzling plates of beef in black bean sauce and shrimp/scallops in a Szechuan sauce were just epic, arriving to the table in a scathing aroma that made my mouth water. We had to balance all that great protein with some savoury Gai Lan, sautéed in garlic. All in all, we arrived in cold spirits, but left with full bellies! Thanks for showing my niece and nephew one of the best establishments on Spadina!

    Keith W.

    A decent dim sum spot with a staple amount of variety when it comes to choices for what to get. As for the wait time, it definitely could've been improved. The decor and overall atmosphere was decent, but seemed like it wasn't as clean as it could've been (waited a long time to reset tables).

    Louna Y.

    First walked in and got a table for 2 right away. It took them about 5 minutes to take our order, so everything was going fine at first, even though I felt like they could've been a bit more welcoming. After ordering, I felt like the food was a little overpriced, but nothing crazy. The noodles were a bit dry and crunchy, but everything else was good until I found rotten green peppers. I was honestly disappointed. I get that it could've been an honest mistake, but they really need to pay more attention. What really annoyed me was the tip. They added it in without mentioning it at all, and it definitely wasn't worth it since the only time we talked to the waiter was when they took our order and when we paid no check-ups or anything. The total was $64 including their tip, and I gave $70. If I didn't ask for my receipt, I never would've gotten the change back and honestly it just made me feel like I was getting scammed.

    Siu mai - fresh and yummy!
    Barbara S.

    I was on a walk today. When I lived in toronto Rol San was my favourite dim sum place and I went often. I hadn't been since it moved across the street so knew I had to complete my toronto visit with a lunch here. Staff was super friendly and efficient. It was steady busy and I loved listening to all the conversations going on around me. I ordered my 3 favourites and they did not disappoint. Made my toronto trip complete

    David N.

    Late night eats here always hit the spot Service is quick so expect be in and out quickly. i used to come here all the time after the club so it brings back a lot of memories that I don't really remember. Don't expect 5 star food and service but this definitely satisfies your belly after a long night if drinking I would consider this a late night staple and part of the post bar/club Toronto culture

    The food here was absolutely delicious, but unfortunately, the service from one particular staff member ruined the evening. We visited on May 12th around 7:00 PM. There was a female server with her hair tied back who was incredibly rude from start to finish. In contrast, another server with short hair was wonderful--she explained the dishes perfectly and was very professional. The issues with the first server (hair tied back) were as follows: * Aggressive Serving: She practically threw the plates onto our table without a single word of explanation. * Rude Clearing: She cleared our plates away while we were still eating, without even asking if we were finished. * Payment Attitude: Since the bill and the payment machine clearly stated "Tip Included," we did not add an extra tip. When she realized this, she threw the receipt at us. * Hostile Departure: As we were leaving, she literally glared at us. It makes no sense to expect an additional tip when the service was non-existent and the attitude was hostile. While the food was great and the second server was kind, the management needs to address this specific staff member's behavior. It was incredibly unprofessional.

    Dim sum all day menu
    Karen S.

    We enjoyed every dish we ordered (see menu), and the only "average" dish was the look funn (diced beef and preserved vegetables in rice rolls) dish. Generous filling, but average sauce. The spareribs with black bean, seafood dim sum (upscaled version of har gow), sticky rice with Lup cheong and minced pork in lotus leaf (aromatic, too!), soup dumpling (yummy ginger highlighted xiao long bao), bamboo fungus with mixed mushroom dumpling, beef tripe with ginger and scallions (first time eating tripe and it was tender and flavorful!), were all absolutely winner dishes!! The restrooms are clean but are downstairs though, with ample railings on both sides keep you safe. Service was terrific, and even the tea was yummy. Top it off with the requisite fortune cookie and we were stuffed!

    Dim sum menu May 2025
    Jennifer G.

    The last time we came was at their old location across the street. I remember thinking at the time that I couldn't understand why this place is so popular and I walked away today thinking the same. Tried the har gow, siu mai, fried squid, veg rice roll, sesame paste balls, and saute beef rice noodle. The tea is one choice only. Everything just lacked umami flavour. The Har gow is missing the sweet and lightly savory shrimp flavour. The rice roll texture was good but filling was lackluster. The noodles were quite one dimensionally salty. I'm surprised people mention the squid tentacles, they are very ok. The best things were the black sesame paste balls. I would say that it's not bad, but it's also not good and there are too many other places nearby to spend a meal that you don't find tasty. There is plenty of seating, service is prompt, prices are about 50 cents more per dish here, and a 15% tip is already included.

    Denise W.

    I came here with 3 other people to have dim sum. We showed up on a weekday and was pleasantly surprised that no reservation was needed unlike Vancouver. We were recommended by colleagues to have dim sum here. The dim sum doesn't disappoint. We ordered 12 items and every items were fresh and delicious. Prices were all very reasonable. It came to $33 per person including tips and tax. The shumai, shrimp dumplings and rice rolls were my favorite. The decor of the place was very modern and clean. The staff were friendly. They serve dim sum all day to my surprise. Parking is tricky to find in the area. We came here by Uber.

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    Steven W.

    First time visiting the new location since they moved and the place is quite large. They have all the staple dim sum items you would expect. Portions were well sized and food was super hot in temperature and stayed warm. Great place in general for all day dimsum, went at 2pm and there was no wait. Only thing I was not a fan of was the auto service charge for just a table of 3. Price wise is also on the expensive side, would expect to average $20-30/person

    Dragon S.

    My visit to Rol San was fantastic! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by a lively and welcoming atmosphere that set the tone for the meal. The service was exceptional attentive, friendly, and quick, making sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling rushed. As for the food, it was absolutely delicious! The flavors were spot-on, with fresh ingredients and beautifully balanced dishes. I highly recommend it for anyone craving authentic and mouth-watering dim sum. It was truly a great dining experience!

    Shiu mai
    Daniel T.

    I dined at Rol San on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 10 pm. Where I'm from, there's no decent dim sum restaurants, let alone one that serves until 12-3 am. So after a long day without a proper meal, Rol San being able to serve dim sum at late hours surely hit the spot. I ordered a couple of staple dim sum plates that I usually order when I go to a dim sum place such as the steam shrimp dumpling (har gow), pork and shrimp dimpling (shiu mai), and shrimp rice rolls. The size of the har gow was almost twice the size I usually get in the U.S. and had a lot of shrimp. The shiu mai tasted well-seasoned and fresh. The shrimp rice rolls tasted pretty standard and comparable to all the dim sum restaurants I've been to. The only disappointing dish was the bbq pork (char siu). They didn't look like the picture on the menu as the pork was sliced more thinly and was bathing in a thick soy sauce (probably to compensate for the dryness of the pork resulting from sitting in the warmer all day). It didn't taste bad, just not as good if it was eaten earlier in the day. Service was decent. The restaurant got even busier after we got our food, which was surprising for a late Sunday night. But the attentiveness never wavered. Overall, Rol San succeeds in delivering decent dim sum at convenient late nights with good service. I would recommend Rol San if you're craving for authentic dim sum for second dinner!

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    This place is LEGENDARY. Food is always fresh and tasty. Staff are great. This is in no way a fancy restaurant. But great food.

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    good xiu mai, but portions were pretty small and overall there r just way yummier spots in the area.

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    Terrible service and they got the order wrong. Could not communicate with the service staff. Nobody spoke English. Not worth the trip

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    Great quality, great prices, and open late! Amazing first stop on our Toronto trip! Highly recommend this place if you need a dim sum fix.

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    3 years ago

    So good! From CA and my cousin recommended this place. I highly recommend going! Great for big parties

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    Good food and good service. Our family go there almost every month. Their service is the best out of chinatown.

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    Moon Palace

    Moon Palace

    4.0
    (117 reviews)
    1.4 km

    Overall I liked the food here, generally the portions were bigger than I expected for every dish,…read moreand it justifies the higher than usual price per dish. Items that I got this visit: - har gow shrimp dumplings: overall pretty good, but the wrapper was a bit thicker than I expected. Would prefer a thinning dumpling wrapper - chicken feet: excellent, very tender and flavor was great - tofu skin wrap in abalone sauce: pretty good, the meat inside was lean and well balanced with the veggies - spare ribs in black bean sauce: this was a bit of a disappointment. The ribs were a bit tough and also underseasoned. It could have used some more salt and some extra cook time. Service was fine, nothing special. The restaurant overall was pretty nice and modern. I hope to come back sometime and try some other dishes.

    Food 4/5 Service 4/5…read moreAmbiance 4/5 Food: I came here for a lunar New Year lunch with some co-workers. They chose the menu which was a combo deal. There were so many dishes I started losing track. LOL. I also don't know all the names of the dishes as I didn't see the menu. One of the dishes was a fried lobster. They showed the lobster to us (poor lobster) before cooking it. The lobster tasted really good but I'm not used to handling lobster in its shell. LOL. There was a pumpkin soup which I couldn't eat since it had dairy in it. Another dish was a Peking duck with rice paper wraps, cucumber & green onions. This was my favourite dish. Delicious, yummy & simple to eat. Another dish was chicken (I didn't taste that one). We also had a fried rice which was so yummy. Then there was a dish with scallops, oysters, pork & seaweed surrounding it. I tried the scallops & they were delicious. There was another duck dish but this time the duck was chopped into little pieces with some Dessert was a yogurt / jelly type of thing which I can't eat due to my dairy intolerance. Service was really great. I'm not sure if that's because I was at a table full of Chinese people though. LOL. The dishes came quickly & they just kept coming! We had tiny plates to eat from so after the lobster we got clean plates. For the fried rice we had the servers separate it into bowls for everyone. Since we couldn't finish all the food we had them wrap up the leftovers & we took it back with us. Myself & another co-worker split up the leftovers between us since no one else wanted it. Ambiance: The restaurant had some nice lunar new year decorations up. It was pretty. Located inside the Atrium on the Bay this is an easy location to get to. The location was the site of a former restaurant called Spring Rolls. It still looks the same the only thing that changed were the tables & chairs. The washrooms are downstairs in the lowest level of the restaurant. It was hard for me to get down there because my knees are really stiff & painful. It would've been nice if they had a handicap washroom on the main level. The food was delicious & service was attentive. I thought the special lunar new year meal we chose was too much food for six people. I would've been happy with dim sum. Also the washrooms being in the basement was an inconvenience for me. Those who are mobility challenged will have the same issue.

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    Juicy Dumpling

    Juicy Dumpling

    4.2
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    If you're craving authentic, delicious dumplings in Toronto, Juicy Dumpling is the place to go!…read moreLocated in the heart of Chinatown on Spadina Ave, this cozy little gem offers an extensive variety of dumplings, both steamed and fried, that are filled to perfection. The pork and chive dumplings are a standout, bursting with flavor and topped with a savory soy dipping sauce. While the menu is simple, the quality of the food more than makes up for it. The atmosphere is no-frills, but don't let that fool you--the dumplings are definitely the star here. The service is quick and efficient, perfect for grabbing a bite in between exploring the bustling streets of Alexandra Park. If you're in the area and want a taste of traditional Chinese dumplings at a reasonable price, Juicy Dumpling should be at the top of your list!

    This is my electric chair meal and I don't really even enjoy dumplings. we ordered the pork soup…read morepan seared and steamed dumplings; and veggie spring rolls. They do NOT disappoint. The burst of flavor you get as you take your bite of dumpling is unlike anything I've ever had. I will say I enjoy the pan seared a little more. The inside isn't anything to write home about. It doesn't feel super safe as it's in a rough area but no one bothered us when we were there. Service was okay, nothing good or bad here to add.

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    New Century Restaurant

    New Century Restaurant

    4.1
    (77 reviews)
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    Today, tried a newly renovated place for lunch (dim sum), let me tell you this, it was a real…read moredisappointment. When they provided with a table it was right next to an exterior door, with people going in and out. The was a cold draft, we even had to tell the hostess/manager, if they could provide a divider to divert the draft from hitting our table. We ordered 9 dim sum dishes, one be Roasted Pig Mixed Cold Jellyfish, which was $23.80. I had the idea that it would be a fair portion. When it came, I was shocked, it was only 6 pieces of Roasted Pig. When I spoke with the manager about the portion size, he commented "for that price it is fair". There was not apologies and walked away, nor was it written on the menu. If I had known it was only 6 pieces (size of your index and middle finger put together). I would not have ordered it. If you want to have Roasted Pig, you can get better deals else where. Also, ordered Marinated Chicken Feet for $13.98, when it came to table, it was also a disappointment, part of the chicken feet was dark in colour, not even sure if it was even edible or not. Another dim sum dish that I have order was the steamed chicken with fish maw. The chicken was okay, but there was only two small pieces of fish maw, (the size of each piece was 1/2 inch by 1/2 inch). The order 6 dim sum dishes that was order was mediocre, tasted better from other Dim Sum restaurant. When I received the bill for the meal it came out to be $119.50, they even had included the tip. They didn't even give me an option weather a tip was even worthy. I will definitely not be returning to this place. I definitely do not recommend anyone to come to this restaurant. I would consider blacklisting this restaurant. It's simply deceiving customers. 今天去一家新裝修的點心店吃午飯,真是太失望了。他們為我們安排的桌子緊鄰外門,進進出出的人絡繹不絕。冷風直吹,我們甚至得跟領位員/經理說能不能加個隔板擋風。我們點了九道點心,其中一道是烤乳豬配涼拌海蜇,價格是23.8美元。我以為分量應該挺足的。結果端上來的時候,我大吃一驚,烤乳豬隻有六塊!我跟經理說了分量的問題,他居然說「這個價錢算合理」。他既沒有道歉,也沒有在菜單上寫明,就直接走開了。如果我知道只有六塊(大概食指和中指並排那麼大),我肯定不會點這道菜。想吃烤乳豬的話,去別的地方一定能找到更划算的。我還點了13.98美元醃漬的雞爪,端上來後也很失望,雞爪有一部分顏色發黑,我甚至懷疑它能不能吃。我點的另一道點心是魚肚蒸雞,雞肉還可以,但是魚肚只有兩小塊(每塊只有半英寸見方)。我點的這六道點心味道平平,不如其他點心店的好吃。結帳時,帳單竟然高達119.50美元,還包含了小費。他們甚至都沒問我是否該給小費。我絕對不會再來這家店了。我絕對不推薦任何人來這家餐廳。我會考慮把這家餐廳封鎖。他們簡直就是在欺騙顧客。

    New Century will feed a large group. Their lobster, Dungeness crab, and sea bass combo for eight…read more($798) would satisfy ten or twelve. The individual New Century slow boiled soup is hardest to share but secure some empty bowls and you can divide the hefty portion. In the winter, there's a silkiness to the piping hot consommé that sooths a dry throat and has an umami essence infused with abalone, ginseng, and pork. There's plenty to choose from in the house signature combo platter including roasted duck, soy sauce chicken, BBQ pork, pork slices, and seaweed salad. Saving my stomach for the later dishes, I had a taste of the duck (a good start with crispy skin) and BBQ pork (satisfactory and well flavoured). With the generous portion of chicken in the combo platter, the slow cooked chicken with abalone broth seemed like overkill. I've never been a huge fan of this dish that's served cold since I prefer chicken hot. Still, I understand it's the jelly layer between the skin and meat that people enjoy. And to be fair, the chicken was tender, and New Century certainly didn't skimp on the ginger and scallion oil. For those who tend to fill-up before the "main dishes", the stars of the combo arrive mid-meal. The stir-fried Vancouver crabs with silver fish in HK style spicy sauce needs to be eaten at arrival as the crunchy coating is best straight from the fryer. And despite not looking spicy, the dish has a light heat that permeates in the background. Additionally, the crab was fresh and meaty, cooked well so it remained delicately flakey. The amount of sweet and sticky sauce used in the stir-fried lobsters with scallion in Maggie sauce was well balanced, lightly covering the crustaceans. Both lobsters were substantial; even after eating many pieces, we still had plenty of leftovers. This is a long review head to Gastro World for the rest.

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    Steamed Diced Pork with Black Truffle Rice Roll
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    Soya Mandarin Kitchen

    Soya Mandarin Kitchen

    4.0
    (46 reviews)
    0.5 km

    Whole peking duck set - thick slices of crispy skin and juicy tender/savory meat. thin, soft…read moresteamed wraps were provided to wrap the duck along with refreshing cucumbers and sliced spring onions. sugar was also provided to sprinkle on the duck skin, enhancing its crispy texture and adding a touch of sweetness. the sweet and savory hoisin sauce should be spread on the wrap before adding the duck slices to add a tangy taste to the dish. this is definitely shareable - offers a delightful dining experience, combining crispy, flavorful duck with fresh ingredients and a variety of condiments to create delicious wraps! Duck noodle soup - hearty and flavorful soup dish with tender smoky duck meat. broth has a strong sesame and umami notes, noodles were soft and absorbed all the flavors from the broth well. bok choy was refreshing and added nice crunch. Service was quick and staff were so friendly and kind! Everyone was approachable and attentive to our needs, 10/10 would recommend! :D

    I should have known this place wouldn't be that special when it was almost empty on a Saturday…read morenight. The owner was very friendly and we ordered the peking duck meal for 2. The owner suggested the fried pork but it was wayy too crunchy and the meat pieces were too small to enjoy. The duck was dry but the flavor was good. We also got a duck soup but its flavor was more of a cabbage/tofu flavor. The owner did bring out some egg tarts on the house that were great. The place is cute and spacious but there's definitely better chinese restaurants in the area.

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    Soya Mandarin Kitchen - restaurant interior
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    Soya Mandarin Kitchen - Hainanese Chicken
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