The Secret "Cafeteria" of Toronto's Millionaires' Row?
Tucked away in Richmond Hill's upscale neighborhood, Bayview Kitchen has been serving as the unofficial "community canteen" for affluent locals and foodies in-the-know for over 15 years. This no-frills Cantonese diner proves that sometimes, the humblest spots hold the richest flavors. ๐ก More Than a Restaurant - A Local Institution Six-table intimacy: Only 24 seats total, where regulars greet staff by name Uncharacteristic warmth: Defies Cantonese-restaurant stereotypes with proactive service (think: free soup refills!) Time-capsule decor: Vintage HK posters and well-worn tables tell its decade-long story ๐ฅข Signature Feast: The Trinity Combo ($50.99) 1๏ธโฃ Mushroom & Scallion Beef Wok hei so strong it'll make your clothes smell delicious Tender flank steak with caramelized wok fragrance 2๏ธโฃ XO Fish & Tofu Hotpot Crispy grouper meets silken tofu in umami bomb sauce Served sizzling in original clay pot ๐ฒ Bonus Stars Daily Soup: Slow-brewed with visible ingredients (we spotted pork bones and dried scallops) Dessert Soup: Free refills on red bean/black sesame options ๐ Why Locals Adore It โ Pricing frozen in time: Feeds 3-4 for $50 โ Open till 11pm: Late-night congee cravings solved โ Parking secret: Free spots behind the plaza ๐ Bayview Kitchen 815 Major Mackenzie Dr E, Richmond Hill โฐ Mon-Sun 11AM-11PM #TorontoHiddenGem #CantoneseComfort