🔥 Shocking Discovery! Authentic Northeastern Chinese Food

As a die-hard Northeastern food lover, I’ve traveled far and wide searching for authentic flavors—but who knew the holy grail of Dongbei cuisine was hiding in Richmond’s Yaohan Centre food court?! Countryside Chinese Restaurant served me Guobaorou (Sweet & Sour Pork) so legit, it teleported me back to my childhood in Changchun. Run by a warm-hearted auntie from Jilin, this spot delivers hearty, wallet-friendly meals for just ¥80-90 per person (cash or WeChat Pay only). 🥢 Must-Order Hits (Northeasterner-Approved) 1️⃣ Guobaorou – Textbook-Perfect • Crispy yet tender golden crust with an audible crunch—made with real pork tenderloin, not cheap cuts. • The sauce? Old-school vinegar-based (none of that ketchup impostor stuff!). Fellow Northeasterners will tear up and say, “This tastes like home.” 2️⃣ Leek Pancakes & Potstickers – Carb Heaven • Thin, flaky wrappers stuffed with juicy leek fillings, pan-fried to crispy perfection. • Pair with their Beef Noodles—bowls bigger than your face, piled high with tender beef slices. 3️⃣ Savory Soybean Pudding – Unexpected Star • Silky-smooth with rich bean flavor, topped with savory broth, cilantro, and chili oil. Beats any street vendor version in China! 4️⃣ Mystery 3-Box Combo – Insane Value • $16 for three giant boxes (could be stewed pork with vermicelli/braised eggplant/sautéed pork slices)—each easily feeds two. Tastes like your grandma’s cooking. 5️⃣ A Whole Mango – Dessert Finale • Next-door’s Mango Pomelo Sago is $5 per cup (buy 3, get 1 free)—packed with fresh mango chunks, not too sweet, perfect for cutting through the richness. 💡 Pro Tips from a Dongbei Native • Go early: Guobaorou takes 20+ mins to fry fresh (worth it!). • Ultimate combo: Order millet porridge with leek pancakes for breakfast vibes. • Secret perk: Chat up the auntie for free side dishes (pickled cabbage/cucumber salad). ⚠️ Warning: After eating here, you might— 1. Judge all other Chinese restaurants for their “tiny portions” 2. Consider moving to Richmond just for these noodles 3. Obsessively recommend it to every fellow Northeasterner (like me) P.S. Yaohan Centre also has Shen Ji Chuan Dao (Dongbei BBQ) and Shan Li Tun (iron-pot stews)—completing the Northeastern food trifecta! 📍 Countryside Chinese Restaurant 🏠 Inside Yaohan Centre Food Court (3700 No. 3 Rd, Richmond) ⏰ 11:00-20:00 | 💵 Cash/WeChat Pay #VancouversBestDongbeiFood #PortionWarning #AuthenticAsItGets