So far, I've had their Vodka, Margherita, Burrata Marinara and Cacio e Pepe. They have all been…read moreAMAZING. I thought it was overhyped, but my friend and I decided to check it out and we were quite satisfied with what we got. One thing to note for Cacio e Pepe is that it was a heavier slice. I loved the cheese but I think it's one of those pizza where I can't have a lot, or I have to really be in the mood for. Tip: During busy hours/seasons, order a whole pizza ahead of time to skip the line unless you want to try different slices at once.

Im from Vancouver and I first knew of Badiali because it was on the Miss Vickies chips. And now…read morethat BTS came to try, I needed to come before I left. Near opening, there were already 13 people in line so you know it's good. I ordered the mushroom one and the burrata one. The dough is very crispy and has a nice crunch but it was dry without plenty of sauce. The mushroom one had plenty of shrooms but because it didn't have much sauce, it got too dry. The burrata was amazing. Tomatoey, basily, burrata-y. I would come back just for that. Heck just put burrata all over.

Loved. The space is beautiful and filled with energetic people having a great time with their…read morefriends and family. You can't help but smile in anticipation and then smile from how wonderful your meal is. I sat by myself in the back with all the other table for ones for dinner during a weekday. No wait for me because it was just for one. (At around 6pm, a table for two was around 30-35 minutes.) I had the morning glory with crispy pork and the beef larb salad. I had both dishes, fully. It was fabulous. I've already texted friends about this place.

I went to this restaurant for a birthday dinner and food was good and tasted good. Quite…read moreaffordable. would recommend.

I got the Braised Beef Noodles with classic noodles. Great food! I am traveling in Toronto for work…read moreand stopped by when I started craving home cooked beef soup. I am taiwanese and I have to say this was delicious. There is someone actually making noodles in the back. Service was quick and very nice and upbeat. My server was Kelly and she was great- I ate in and took what I didnt finish to-go and she even separated my noodles from the broth! The mango green tea was also fantastic. Thank you!

Toronto Review 4/Many: I went to this excellent Lanzhou spot with another person as one of my…read moreearlier meals. Our server, Sophia, was bubbly and friendly, giving suggestions and helping with the ordering process for the other person who wasn't as sure what they wanted. We eventually went with two appetizers and two entrees, which was more than enough food, and honestly, we could have only ordered one appetizer. The better of the two appetizers was the CAD 8.95 Hand Shredded Pepper Chicken/手撕椒麻雞/Shou Si Ji. The dish consists of cold chicken in a flavorful sauce, topped with some greens. The chicken was tender, with a mild, pleasant spice and a bit of numbingness from the Sichuan peppercorns, along with some fragrance, presumably from sesame oil. It reminded me a bit of salivating chicken you find in some Szechuan spots, but it was more aromatic and a bit less spicy. The other appetizer was the Steamed Edamame/岩鹽毛豆 with Himalayan pink salt for CAD 5.95. The other person chose between this and the vegetable dumplings, as he avoids pork, and it was, of course, lighter than the other appetizer. The decent portion of edamame was topped with some pickled carrots as a garnish. My main dish was the Braised Beef Noodles/紅燒牛肉面/Hong Shao Niu Rou Mian. The dish included several options, including size, noodle style, and spice level. I chose the large for CAD $20.95, medium spice, and for the noodle style, I chose flat/宽面, as it was closest to the prism style I like at Lanzhou spots in the States. Along with these, I also added a tea egg for an extra CAD 2.95. Outside the add-on, the dish also had a couple of large slices of radish. Compared to some spots in NYC, I slightly preferred the QQ/bouncy texture of the noodles at a spot near me. However, the broth was better here with a balanced amount of mala, though I would likely order spicy next time, as I tend to add chili oil to the relatively lighter Lanzhou broths. The beef was also much better, being tender with a mild chew regardless of whether it was tendon or other cuts. The tea egg was flavorful and worth the add-on, especially when the inside was dipped further into the broth. I can see why others order this. The other person went with the Signature Stir-fried Noodles/招牌炒面/Chao Tatiaozi. There was an option of protein, and he went with Chicken for $17.95 and added the same egg. I tried a bit, and there was a pleasant pepperiness with a bit of numbing flavor, but less than my dish. The noodles had a good bounciness and overall had a slightly better chewiness than mine. This was lighter overall, but also tasty. This spot has apparently come to the US already at the Mall of America, and I would love it if there were a location closer to me. Good place.

Five stars all the way! Chen Chens has a fantastic vibe and a very comfortable atmosphere. The…read morecombination of great food and super friendly service made our visit perfect. A lovely spot in Toronto that you shouldn't miss!

I tried all three chicken burger flavors and they all came out crispy and delicious! The only fault…read moreI could find was that the sichuan flavor could've been stronger. amazing service at the counter, she took the time to explain the menu. I can't wait to go back to try the ube banana flavor.

we were picking up medication at the nearby pharmacy and decided to stop by at Juicy Dumpling since…read moreI haven't had Chinese dumplings and bun's in so long! It was so packed but my brother was able to save a table while I did the ordering. This was a very casual and self service type of restaurant in which you can order at the front desk or at their kiosk. They had a limited time "promotion" going on in which you can order a maximum of 2 orders of their xiaolongbao or steamed mini soup dumplings for $2.99 with a minimum spend of $10. But honestly, I've seen this promotion since last year so I'm thinking it's actually a permanent offer. We ordered two orders of their pan fried pork buns, 1 order of their pan fried chicken dumplings, and 2 order of their promotional steamed mini soup dumplings. I thought everything tasted pretty good. The pan fried buns and dumplings were very crispy and quite juicy. My only nitpick is that I wished they put some kind of veggies or chives in their filling. It was just meat and felt too 1 dimensional for me. The steamed mini soup dumplings was actually really good though which is such a surprise at this price point. The outer layer was very thin and the filling was packed with soup. It was very delicious and hearty. Are these the best Chinese dumplings and bun's I've ever had ? No, but they were great especially for the price point. I would definitely come back again next time I am craving Chinese dumplings and buns. Also they take Amex which is always a plus in my book.

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!

Friendly staff Not too sweet. Good pastry flakey layers not…read moresoggy. I've bought their bread from another location before. It's good. I prefer IKI but this is solid shokupan Will go back and try other items

It was okay. Tried three items:…read more Matcha Lava Tart - The staff said this had the strongest matcha flavour among their matcha items. But there was no "lava" at all... just a layer of cream sitting on a thick tart base. You do get some matcha flavour, but definitely not that rich and flowing matcha sauce I saw in those online reels. Matcha Mont Blanc - Too sweet. The green noodle-shaped topping is actually made from a kind of bean paste - not much matcha taste, but had a strong bean flavour instead. And again, it was too sweet to my liking. Taro Tart - This one was good. Taro-flavoured cream on top, with taro paste underneath, then a layer of custard with mochi at the bottom. Had a rich taro flavour. Still a bit sweet, but not as overwhelming as the Mont Blanc. Overall it was not bad, although TBH I haven't really found great matcha desserts in Toronto so far.

Back for a few onigiris as I was still hungry from having a nearby item…read more Garlic butter scallop : surprise hit and was the best of the 3. Buttery and delicious. Tasted like a western style restaurant sautéed butter scallop. Unagi and avocado: too much avocado could not taste the unagi that much Spicy tuna mayo : awful will never eat this again. Overly sweet, not spicy.. Just gross.

One of the best shop in union. They have sushi, maki rolls, onigiri, hot meals, and many snacks,…read moreand drinks. Their onigiri options were endless and I haven't seen a place with that many flavours.

This restaurant has amazing Korean food and service! With a very cozy environment and kind staff,…read moremy entire experience here was great. The staff helped us through the menu and gave us recommendations, and was so kind and fun to chat with! I had gotten the chicken katsu and my friend the beef tartar bibimbap. Both came with amazing portions and we had food to spare. The katsu was perfectly crispy, and the house made sauce was perfectly seasoned and amazing! It also came with apples and salad on the side which was a perfect pallet cleanser. The bibimbap had a great variety of toppings and everything was seasoned well. When thoroughly mixed, everything bite had a bit of everything and it was delicious. On top of the food u get when you order, the meal also comes with 6 different sides. There was 3 different kimchi, braised potatoes and 2 others that I'm not sure what they are, but they were delicious. My favourite was the potatoes and kimchi! Overall this is an amazing place to bring those close to you for delicious korean food!

TLDR - Affordably priced. Good portion. Reasonable taste…read more There were so many Korean restaurants on Bathhurst and Bloor that were highly ranked on Yelp that we decided to choose one based on the second most reliable pointer - there were many Koreans dining inside. Hence we entered Jin Dai Lae. Good decision (yes, I am patting my back). Entree pricing was $3 to $4 lower than Markham/Richmond Hill. Portion was so big that you would be full, and might have to doggy bag. Most importantly, food tasted good. Short ribs stew had many pieces of beef. Squids hot plate was saucy. It wasn't too spicy, so it was good for me (menu didn't have a chilli sign either). For people who like it hot, you can ask for some chilli sauce.

Visited Pho Ngoc Yen while in Toronto. We popped in before visiting the Art Gallery of Ontario, and…read moreit turned out to be a great choice. The atmosphere was casual and comfortable, and the service was good throughout our visit. The food was tasty and well executed, with a couple of dishes standing out from the rest. The crispy chicken wings, marinated in a savory fish sauce, were sticky good and packed with flavor. The other favourite was the crispy spring rolls filled with pork and shrimp, which were nicely prepared and disappeared quickly. Overall, a solid Vietnamese spot with good service and some standout appetizers -- a great stop before exploring downtown Toronto. Saluti.

A unique pho experience I've never had anywhere else, even within Orange County Viet Central. It's…read morenot the most traditional, as it does feel like an elevated dining experience, with fusion aspects as Chinese flavours and Thai dishes are mixed in to the menu. We needed to wait ~40-50 minutes to get seated on a Saturday night, and the dine-in area was packed and loud. I loved that there was green tea served, it was very fragrant, reminds me of good dim sum tea. It did not look like most customers were as appreciative, though. We had the beef tenderloin carpaccio, which I really enjoyed. there was a lot of garlic flavor mixed with the usual greens that come with pho, and it tastes like a juicier tender version of beef in pho, mixed with a variety of textures. I had the jade fried rice as well, and the beef in this dish tastes entirely different but also very tender and soft. Also comes with a lot of the pho greens. The pho dish is more traditional, maybe a little too salty on the soup, but again great taste with the noodles, vegetables, and beef. The amount of food served is a lot as well, it was another whole meal for leftovers the next day. We had the option to pay in cash for 10% off.

Great sushi, came in and got their ankimo as well. A bit of a small seating area where you can…read morechill and eat whatever you bought.

Better go to their restaurant. You get the same food in a better dining environment. This is a…read morestore that feels rundown, with a back kitchen that used to be a restaurant.