Richmond’s Ultimate Northeastern Chinese Feast – Once More Restaurant

📍 Once More Restaurant 8231 Ackroyd Rd, Richmond ⏰ Hours: 11AM-3PM & 5PM-10PM (Daily) If you’re craving authentic Dongbei (Northeastern Chinese) flavors, this lantern-lit, red-paper-umbrella-decorated spot is a must-visit. 🏆 Why It’s Special ✔ Hearty, shareable portions – dishes are family-sized ✔ Traditional flavors – think sweet-salty, crispy, and comforting ✔ Vibrant Chinese decor – feels like stepping into a northern Chinese eatery 🍽️ Must-Try Dishes 🥩 Beef Hot Pot – $28 A mountain of beef (various cuts) on a sizzling plate, served with lettuce wraps, sesame sauce, and chili powder. ✔ Sweet, rich, and slightly greasy – balance it with the caramelized onions underneath. ✔ Feeds 3+ people easily – insane value! 🍖 Guo Bao Rou – $22 Shenyang-style sweet & sour pork – crunchy, sticky, and tangy. ✔ Perfectly fried – crispy shell, tender meat. ✔ Missing a bit of garnish (needs more scallions/cilantro). 🥤 Drinks 🍵 Kiss Tea Their bubble tea is average – skip it and focus on the food! 💡 Final Verdict ✔ Best for: Comfort food cravings, group dinners, nostalgic flavors. ✔ Price: ~$25-50 per person (worth it for the portion sizes). ✔ Service: Friendly and honest (they’ll stop you from overordering!). #VancouverEats #DongbeiFood #RichmondBC