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.

Its just so hard to find good Chinese food these days, so many good places shut down during covid…read more So what seems to be left is just average Chinese food, Dine and dim was pretty good, i can't say the quality and flavor blew me away. but it did scratch that Chinese food itch so to speak. We had the Soya Ho Fun noodles that was good, could have used more sauce, but it was good, their General Tao's was not very good, their sauce was just strange, it seemed that they just threw a few sauces into their sweet and sour sauce, edible, but not worth ordering again. All of these places have their hit and miss dishes, and this was definitely one of them, not recommended. Would i order from them again? sure, but i'll never order that general Tao's again

They open until midnight on the weekends, which is a lifesaver. I was hungry and I didn't want to…read moreeat fast food late at night so I came here. 11pm they still provide fresh dim sum. Steamed to order. Of course some items ran out already but the core items still available. Everything came out great. Service was good . Upstairs is a karaoke and people were having a great time, no wonder they allow patrons come to the restaurant so late.

A popular dimsum spot, there were people waiting before they even open. Portions are big and they…read moremade everything fresh so it's all so hot when it came out. The Pork Ribs were tender and delicious. I also really liked their Shu Mai and Chicken Feet. A fun item was the Salted Egg Yolk Pumpkin Ball that had lava filling and was crunchy and chewy on the outside.

I thought I had reviewed this Chinese restaurant already, but turns out I haven't so far. So these…read morepics 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!

Steam One Cafe is a relatively new place in Brooklin offering Chinese Dim Sum. I went there…read morerecently with a foodie friend and her family to try their offerings. We ordered some of the popular dim sum fare, including Har Gow, Siu Mai, Bean Curd Rolls, Spare Ribs with Black Beans, Soup Dumplings, and BBQ Pork Puff Pastry. The best value though, would have to be the Steam One Dim Sum Combo, with six different pieces, a perfect sampling. Not everything was perfect though, with good and not so good... Good * The food was decent, with good flavours. * It's the only place in the area serving dim sum. * They offer everything frozen to take home. * Nice simple decor. Not So Good * Portions are a bit on the small side. * Prices are higher than Scarborough or Markham. * Food is cooked/warmed to order, hence slow. This place is a decent option for people living in the area and craving dim sum. I live closer to restaurants offering better, less expensive dim sum with more choices so that's a better option for me.

New dim sum spot in Durham! Authentic taste, friendly staff…read more This new spot popped up on my Instagram and after a few message exchanges to confirm their authenticity, we went for a visit today. The outside is a dump, hole in the wall kind of spot, but don't be fooled, they cleaned it up nice inside. It is a cozy space, so reservations are recommended for peak times. Also plus, free parking. The menu is small compared to larger restaurants in Markham, but for the location and clientele, it is perfect for those wanting a taste of authentic HK dim sum and first timers to try something new. Dual sided with English and Chinese menu. Also, to add to the authentic experience, the staff also speak Chinese. That may not amount to much, but that made it more wholesome for me. Price is on par with other dim sum prices these days. They also have the same selection of food in the freezers available for you to buy to eat at home. I got a bunch of our favourites from our lunch. We had a good time here and will be returning soon!

Nestled within the bustling corridors near Eaton Centre, Moon Palace is the kind of establishment…read moreone might unwittingly pass by -- and that would be a regrettable oversight. Behind its unassuming exterior lies a dining room of quiet sophistication: modern, luminous interiors with tasteful appointments that signal immediately this is no ordinary Cantonese restaurant. The dim sum programme is where Moon Palace truly distinguishes itself. Each piece arrives with a precision and generosity of filling that speaks to genuine kitchen pride -- plump dumplings, impeccably fresh shrimp, and roasted meats that carry an unmistakable depth of flavour reminiscent of Hong Kong's finest teahouses. The quality of ingredients is evident in every bite; nothing here feels like an afterthought. What deserves particular commendation is the consistency. Over multiple visits, the standard has never wavered -- a hallmark of disciplined kitchen craft that is rarer than it should be. In a neighbourhood saturated with tourist-facing options, Moon Palace maintains an unwavering commitment to authenticity and refinement. Service is attentive and gracious without being intrusive, contributing to an atmosphere that invites one to linger. I have recommended Moon Palace to friends and colleagues without hesitation, and will continue to do so. A polished gem in downtown Toronto's culinary landscape.

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.

Always gotta update my review every so often…read more Not too much different, I got the Singapore noodles as usual and honestly it's the best I've had in ages. It is currently the reigning Singapore noodle joint for me.

They offer one of the best chickens with ginger and green onion in the Mississauga area. We…read moretypically get take out from them and haven't actually dined in, although it always seems busy when we visit. The lady on the phone seemed kind and was Parking isn't too difficult to find in their lot, although it can get busy on weekends. They prefer to take cash (possibly cash only) and there is a TD bank across from them if you forget to bring cash with you.

It's been a year and we are back. We ordered the set lunch again. All the hot food we ordered was…read morevery good, the food on the tray had issues. Fried food items the oil may have been the problem. I gave this 4 stars for the hot food. I would not order the set again and stick with individual dimsum items

We came for a late lunch and were seated right away, which was nice but sort of strange since it…read moredidn't have the usual lively atmosphere Unfortunately, the dim sum was disappointing. When it came out, it definitely didn't feel fresh and tasted like it had been sitting out for a while, almost like leftovers being reheated rather than made to order. Considering the price point, the food quality should be better.

We came here for dim sum at lunch time on a weekend and there was no wait time at all for a table…read more We ordered a variety of dishes but what stood out was the curry squid and beef tripe. These were sooo good!! The curry sauce was addictive. The other dishes were average. Good value dim sum overall.

This hot pot restaurant serves up dim sum during the day. During weekdays, they have a special…read morewhere all size plates are the same price ($4.99). My family loves cheung fun (rice noodle rolls) and we typically order a plate per person. We got the beef and plain cheung fun, crystal shrimp dumplings, shrimp and leek dumpling, siu mai, and baked BBQ pork buns. The shrimp dumplings were huge and the wrapper was quite good (not too thick). The BBQ pork buns had a crumbly texture, and the noodle rolls were soft and silky. We opted to skip the soup dumplings (xiao long bao) as my parents could tell they don't prepare these in-house. Overall, a decent spot for cheap quality dimsum.

Our second visit…read more High quality frozen yum-cha and other assorted Cantonese delights. This is the best quality we have found. Excellent products without a lardy after taste, spotlessly clean, top-grade freezers and pleasant service. Highly recommend.

Bought their gift voucher for moon cake and promised to be available for pickup until Oct 8. Oct 6…read moreis the mid-autumn festival which is important festival needs moon cake to celebrate. Went there on Oct 5, no more moon cake to pickup. They said to give back refund. A promise is a promise especially doing business and it is the first year they sell gift voucher. They screwed up and just treated it as not their fault just said refund. So disappointed.

Did not expect to walk into such an upscale and authentic Chinese restaurant in St. Catherines. We…read morewere visiting nearby for a photoshoot, and just needed a place to unwind and grab some food. With its nearly two thousand Google reviews and tasty looking menu, it was a no brainer. Instantly as we stepped in the restaurant we were blown away by the elegant decor and ambiance. You could have a classy dinner date, birthday celebration, or even wedding here if you wanted to! The space is built for all kinds of occasions and has many private rooms and spaces for the same. We, of course, sat on the main floor, with a couple other people eating at 4PM. The service was professional and fast, although I didn't feel too confident on the menu suggestions they gave me. We ended up ordering the Braised Beef Noodle Soup ($18), DongPo Pork ($27) and Xiaolongbao ($7) to share between two people. We did not need the dim sum dish - the other two items had sufficient portion to have us full. The star was definitely the DongPo Pork, which was perfectly braised and super tender. With rice, it was delicious. The noodle soup, while tasty, was a bit overhyped by the waiter who made it sound life changing - not at all mad at it, but I have definitely had better. In St. Catherines, I would assume that 'better' does not exist, so I understand. Overall, great visit. On the pricer side for Chinese food (around $80 all in for two people) but it certainly is upscale dining. I don't live anywhere close to St. Catherines so unlikely to be back, but I will recommend it to my friends if they visit the area.

Visited MA Chinese Cuisine while in St. Catharines. I've been enjoying this spot since they opened…read moretheir doors in 2017. Many may already know them through the Wind group and their other locations. The atmosphere is one of the standout features -- modern and warm, while still embracing the building's historic architecture, with beautiful wooden rafters and ambient lighting that create a very inviting dining room. We enjoyed several Hong Kong-style dim sum dishes, and everything was tasty. That said, for a place specializing in authentic dim sum, I'd be remiss not to mention the surprising omission of Ha Cheung Fun -- with its silky delicate texture and sweet soy sauce, it's one of the true classics. C'mon guys, it's part of the "Big Three" of dim sum -- Har Gow, Siu Mai, and Ha Cheung Fun! Service was excellent -- our server was wonderful, attentive, and very thorough throughout the meal. A helpful tip many people may not know: there's a large parking lot directly across from the entrance, making parking much easier than it first appears. Overall, a beautiful space with solid dim sum and excellent service -- still one of the better options in the Niagara region. Saluti.