My boyfriend and I came during dinner, the wait was only around 15 mins. The food is mediocre and felt like it was overhyped.. We ordered pepper pig stomach chicken pot and a clay pot rice.
The lap mei chicken mushroom clay pot rice was decent but the burnt crispy rice part by the pot wasn’t crispy and a bit hard to chew but the flavor was good.
The famous pepper chicken pot with pig stomach on the other side was not great at all. The chicken felt like it was pre-boiled for a very long time and was added later on with the pig stomach and the soup to heat it up. I wish someone would put down a review saying that the chicken was super tough to chew and is quite flavorless. The pig stomach is normal and the broth itself isn’t bad but you can definitely taste the msg there. Honestly I wouldn’t pay $70 for just a hot pot broth with flavorless tough chicken, not including any hot pot side dishes.
The waiters are nice but the atmosphere isn’t great. There was this table with 4 mainland Chinese talking super loud, semi-drunk and sneezing and spitting into cups, grossss. The floor is also quite dirty like the other reviewer mentioned, overall it felt like a dirty restaurant you would experience in China. Would not...
Read moreArrived on a late friday night for some post-workout dinner after a badminton session.
My friend and I each got our own claypot rice and then shared 2 dishes.
Eggplant w/ fish sauce, XO garlic sauce and minced meat: Pretty good eggplant! Not the best I've ever had (Congee Wong's holds a special place in my heart) but definitely not too shabby. The eggplant was nice and soft and the sauce was great w/ rice. I think they added scallops throughout this dish as well so it was pretty hearty. Would order again.
Chicken & mushroom claypot rice (w/ free range chicken): Good claypot rice. Does it beat Good Taste Casserole, no but I give it 2nd place. The crispy rice on the bottom could've been done a lil better and the sauce used on the rice could've been just a tad sweeter.
Sweet n' sour pork: The pineapples had this nice spicy tang to them for some reason which was cool. The pork itself was actually decent! There were more fatty pieces than I'd have liked but most of the pork remained crispy. Definitely not top 5 material for SNS pork or anything.
Service was pleasant even though we arrived 1.5 hr from closing time haha. Will definitely have to come back to try the hotpot which is what...
Read moreIf you’re craving authentic Cantonese flavors, this spot is a hidden gem specializing in Guangdong-style chicken hotpot. The atmosphere feels like a little slice of Guangzhou right here in Toronto, with decor that’s charmingly nostalgic and cozy. The real treat? The lovely aunties running the floor—they’ll make you feel like you’ve stepped into a bustling Cantonese eatery. Whether you speak Cantonese, Mandarin, or English, they’ve got you covered!
The hotpot itself is packed with bold, fragrant spices and a richness that keeps you coming back for more. Every bite is flavorful, perfectly balanced, and hits just the right spot, whether you’re new to this cuisine or grew up with it.
It’s an ideal spot for family or friend gatherings—kids, grandparents, everyone’s happy here. The laid-back yet lively vibe makes it a perfect choice for creating great memories over a delicious meal. In a city like Toronto, where authentic Cantonese food is becoming harder to find, this restaurant truly stands out as a must-visit.
Highly recommended for anyone who wants to enjoy a comforting, hearty, and truly Cantonese experience. Don’t miss out...
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