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    Timmy Kitchen

    3.3 (33 reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Seafood, Hot Pot
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Loud
    Good for kids
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    2022.08.11. Timmy Kitchen
    J Z.

    It was probably only in Richmond BC where could find a good Chinese seafood restaurant closer to beach in a traditional-look seashore town. It is at corner of First Ave and Bayview St (but there was no bay view :) and need to find parking by the street (usually 2~3 blocks away).

    Steamed Fresh Oysters with Golden Garlic Sauce
    Andrew W.

    Revisit of Timmy Kitchen after a few years, sad to say the standard greatly differed from before. Owners are the same, they are still very friendly, but I am sure that the kitchen staffs may have seen some changes. Roasted Chicken with Seasoned Salt 3 stars Recommended by the boss lady. I don't know if the skin is supposed to be crispy or not with this recipe, as it is not the more popular Crispy Skin Chicken that is common in most Cantonese Restaurants. Yes, the meat is tender and juicy but I still prefer the crispy skin type. Tofu with Seafood Hotpot 1 stars A very common dish, this lacks flavour and also substance. Not up to their regular standard at all. Steamed Fresh Oysters with Black Bean Sauce 3 stars Simple dish, if the oysters are fresh, you've already win this dish and with proper cooking time and sauce it will be perfect. The oysters we got were very fresh but it was slightly over cooked maybe for one minute too much. Lobster in Green Onion & Ginger Sauce 4 stars This is the star of the night, meaty, juicy, sweet & not overcooked. Simple yet delicious, we ordered some noodles later to soaked up all the goodness from the lobster! Minced Beef & Tofu with Cilantro Soup 3 stars Old standby soup for Cantonese Restaurants, their version adds tofu which makes the soup more smooth and hearty! Final score: 2.8 stars Verdict: Only if you are in the neighbourhood, and fancy Chinese food. Steveston has a lot to offer and I may not come back for a while.

    Viviann L.

    Reasonable prices, fresh ingredients, friendly and attentive staff, and yummy food!!! Washroom could be a bit cleaner but other than that, no complains. Restaurant is clean with simple decor. Smaller than I thought so highly recommend to make a reservation on weekends. Weekdays are salt fine but good to make a reservation too, but weekends are crazy. Don't suggest weekends because it's so crowded. Some street parkings around the area but mostly paid parking as it's in Steveston. Quite a lot of dishes to choose from and each dishes tasted delicious with nice flavour and texture. They are not too heavy or salty for a Chinese restaurant. The golden crab dish was my friend's favourite but I loved the fish and corn soup. My friend had an amazing birthday there and we will definitely go back again!

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    Paul P.

    $20 for a Crab & Lobster, minimum $20 in other food ordered though. The other food was good, but the Crab & Lobster were amazing!

    Kenneth N.

    Almost want to keep this to myself but this won't be the spirit of a yelper ;) Impressed with the fish tank, one would expect fresh seafood being this close to the pier. It's pretty good value: you get a lobster & crab for $20 though they do seem a bit smaller--nevertheless, you get value here, chose the ginger onion sauce, good flavour. Can you believe they wanted to charge an extra $6 for the cream sauce? But the highlight--honey garlic spareribs--must've been the best i've had in a long, long time. Very meaty, but the aroma, i even smelled this a few tables away before server arrived. And plenty of the honey sweet juice underneath, so every bite full of sweetness. Sprinkled lots w/ sesame, no cheaping out here. Green veggies were quite fresh too. Altogether 4 dishes for $60 including tax/tip in a better than average decor, not too shabby. About 6 tables in the main room, plus a separate room of similar size. Being way out in Steveston, guess they have to offer value to attract customers. Kinda hidden away from the quay. good service. lots of parking.

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    Steam Fish and Stir fried Crab and Lobster are very tasty. Friendly services. Reservation is recommended.

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    Not a fancy place, but Great food! Especially the crab with rice cake, WOW what's a pleasant surprise.

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    Service is good. Foods are OK. We ordered a few dishes and we liked the Oysters. The spicy fish is good too.

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    4.2(53 reviews)
    7.5 kmGolden Village
    $$$

    We've discovered an authentic Chengdu-style hot pot where everything is on skewers -- meat,…read moreveggies, you name it! It was our first time trying Chengdu hotpot 成都火鍋( (aka Sichuan hotpot 四川火鍋), and we did some homework beforehand. Chengdu hotpot stands out for its aromatic, complex flavours and less oily broth than the Chongqing style. Yuan's Hot Pot 袁记串串香 nailed it! We ordered COMBO A ($83.99), meant for two, but honestly, it feels like a feast for three. What's in COMBO A? ~ 50+ skewers packed with meat and veggies ~ Dual broth: House Special Spicy ~ Soup Base & Pork Bone Soup Base ~ Sweet potato vermicelli ~ 2x House Special Dipping Sauces The spicy broth was bold and flavorful without being overwhelming, and the variety of skewers kept things exciting. Their signature dipping sauce with Yuan's Hot Pot Sesame Oil is a game-changer -- so fragrant and not greasy. Yuan's Hot Pot 袁记串串香 brings the bold, authentic flavours of Chengdu straight to Richmond. We've fallen in love with Chengdu-style hotpot and can't wait to return to try more! Highly recommend! Food: 5/5 Must Try! Service: 5/5 Kids: 4/5 Yay! Price: $50-$60 for two Presentation: 2/3 Parking: 4/5 Finding parking during meal hours is challenging despite a sizable parkade. Tips: * Must-Try Dipping Sauce: Pair their signature Yuan's Hot Pot Sesame Oil (in cute single-serve cans) with the House Special Dipping Sauce. It's flavorful, not greasy, and you can add as much as you like! * Customizable Spice: Their House Special Spicy Soup Base, imported straight from Chengdu, is adjustable! Use as much as you want and take the leftover package home for your next hotpot night. * BOGO Alert: Visit on the 17th of any month for their Buy One, Get One deal--perfect for sharing with friends or family! * Discount Deal: Share a review on Google and score $3.99 off a limited-selected dish. Would I Return: Yes ‍

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