Yunnan Noodle Shack滇客 — Restaurant in Toronto

I must express my deep disappointment with the overall experience. From the rude demeanor of the owner, Andy, to the subsequent health issues I encountered after consuming their desserts, there are several concerns that need to be addressed.

First, the attitude displayed by Andy , a very rude chinese , towards customers was disheartening. His lack of professionalism and rudeness were evident throughout my visit. I ordered take out and he just taunted me, saying that if I couldn't afford to dine in, I shouldn't come. I thought to myself, since you don't offer takeout, why bother doing it in the first place? And then you have the audacity to lecture me? What the heck!

Furthermore, I unfortunately suffered from an episode of digestive discomfort, which strongly suggests a possible issue with food safety and hygiene practices at this store! When I got home, I had the sweet soup made by one of their staff members. Shortly after, I started experiencing stomach pain and diarrhea. During the process, I witnessed one of their employees taking out frozen tangyuan (glutinous rice balls) and cooking them in the sweet soup. At the same time, they handled cash from other customers without washing their hands. I already had a bad feeling about it, and as a result, I suffered from stomach discomfort throughout the entire night after consuming it！

It is crucial for any establishment to prioritize the health and well-being of its customers, and the unfortunate consequence I experienced calls into question the adherence to these standards.

In addition, there was a discrepancy in the quantity of the dessert I ordered. I noticed that one of the dessert balls was missing, there are supposed to be 5! which is both disappointing and suggestive of inconsistent portion control. Such inconsistencies undermine the trust customers place in this store and raise concerns about the transparency and accuracy of their offerings.

Lastly, the taste of the desserts failed to meet expectations. The flavors lacked authenticity and did not resemble the distinctive characteristics of traditional Chinese desserts, as claimed by the hell rude and arrogant shop owner! This discrepancy between expectation and reality further adds to the disappointment of the overall experience.

All in all, only stupid people would spend money in this store! Would absolutely not recommend for anyone! (Don’t go the sweet spot next to the noddle ,...

It's truly unexpected to receive such a negative treatment in Canada! Today, my daughter had a fever, so we went directly to the "SickKids" hospital in the morning. It was quite a tumultuous day, and we finally settled down around 7 p.m. Thankfully, there wasn't anything serious. I was tired and hungry at that point, and the nearby restaurants were either closed or too far away. So, I found a noodle shop that looked well-decorated and decided to walk almost a kilometer to get there.

As soon as I entered the shop, I could immediately sense an unfriendly atmosphere. The receptionist saw me pushing the stroller and outright told me that I couldn't come in, which left me genuinely perplexed. Then, she mentioned that the stroller was taking up too much space. I assured her that it wasn't a problem and that I could fold the stroller and place it at the reception desk or in a corner. However, she still didn't allow me to enter and said she needed to consult with the manager. At that moment, I felt utterly helpless and insignificant, like a recently interviewed intern at a big company, unsure of what to do next.

The receptionist, with a sense of superiority, mentioned that their establishment only had single seating and that it would be inconvenient for me with a child. I suggested that I could hold my 8-month-old daughter, emphasizing that she wouldn't cause any disruption or inconvenience. Nevertheless, she continued to push back, stating concerns that we might disturb other customers when it gets busy. I truly can't fathom encountering such discrimination against people with children in Canada. They found three consecutive reasons to reject me, despite my repeated attempts to accommodate their concerns, ultimately denying me the opportunity to dine there. I genuinely don't understand what makes this restaurant so exceptional. Does it mean that I can't have a meal just because I have a child with me? If someone had a dog or if they were with a disabled person, would they be chased away with sticks? Even if the food were made of gold, I wouldn't go to that restaurant again. After all, how can the food be delicious in a morally bankrupt restaurant that offers no service but only...

I usually don't eat out by myself because of how self-conscious I feel about it. When I heard about this place, I was intrigued by the "booth" setup. If you've been to Japan, this is pretty common there but literally unheard of here.

The booths are very well set up for a private dining experience. There's a bell that calls for assistance (different buttons for water, order, bill), a phone holder that lets you prop up your phone to watch something while you eat, and all the utensils as well as paper towels you will need. Except for placing your order, you don't need to talk to anyone at all!

But how did the food fare? I'm very pleased to say that my KunMing style dry noodles were amazingly delicious! If you can imagine Dan Dan noodles without the Szechuan peppers, this would be very similar in texture and taste. It's savory and salty, but in a good way. The fried egg and pickled radish served as great palate cleansers.

I also liked the chilli potatoes appetizer I got. It was pretty cheap for the amount they served. While it was perfectly fried, there was a little too much chilli oil which made it too spicy for my taste. If you can't handle spice well like me, I would go for the regular one.

To complete my meal I got the pu'er iced lemon tea but I could have done without it. It was a little too sweet, but it helped to balance out the general saltiness of the food.

Service was friendly, though they might take awhile to come when it gets busy. I went about 30 min from closing and there weren't many people, but I still had to wait for 5 min every time I pushed the button.

Overall, this is a very interesting dining experience perfect for introverts or anyone who wants to feel comfortable eating solo. The good food is an added bonus. However, don't expect 100% quietness as there will still be groups of people who come together and talk loudly across their booths. Of course they can't turn away groups, but keep in mind there could be noise around you even though this place is catered to...