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    Congee Noodle House

    3.4 (383 reviews)
    ModerateNoodles, Cantonese
    Open 9:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Sweet and sour pork
    Jenny L.

    Our long time go to for reliable affordable Chinese food. We are from Hong Kong and in laws are super picky about good quality and price and they are always happy to eat here. Service is warmer than some other Asian places. Definitely recommend.

    Fish congee, scramble egg -shrimp rice noodles and wonton noodles
    Brian L.

    Old school Hk congee, rice noodles & wonton noodles, After a lengthy closure due to collapsed parking lot. Finally re- opening after repairs, inside cleaned and refreshed. Same food as before, Loved my comfort foods, fish congee, scramble egg shrimp rice noodles and wonton noodles. Highly recommended

    wonton noodle soup with extra beef brisket
    Ashley N.

    Every time I come here, it's because I am craving the flavour of home and my childhood. On this particular day, I was working from my friend's house, cat-sitting, and I was craving wonton noodle soup for lunch. Congee Noodle House was pretty busy for lunchtime, with a short lineup for takeout at the counter. The lady behind the counter is extremely efficient and direct, which I find really great to cut through all the noise and chaos of the restaurant. I ordered a wonton noodle soup with beef brisket (this cost extra) for takeout. It came out after about 10 minutes. My photo is after I plated the takeout into a bigger bowl, which just made my eating experience much better lol. The wonton soup was everything I wanted! Big shrimp flavour, clear tasty soup broth, well-cooked noodles and vegetables. The additional beef brisket was good too; I find their beef to be tender and flavourful. I did think that the beef pieces were a little too fatty to my liking, though that's what made it taste so good... The serving was a good size, because I was full! Will definitely be back!

    Lee M.

    The OG Congee Noodle House! Decided to visit after reopening and the food is how I remembered it to be. It was fresh, hearty and plenty . The place has gotten some renovations since I've been and looks like they've added a room for private functions. Service was so- so. The try the silver fish and their assortment of congee.

    Shredded pork and preserved duck congee
    Celia C.

    Delicious! I have not been since COVID or the fire. It's just like I remembered. The portions and price is reasonable. Service is nothing to brag about but at least they serve you quickly. The place is clean. Only complaint is obviously parking. Don't bother parking using their lot unless you want dings. Off street parking or bus is the best way to get there

    Robert C.

    I was so looking forward to my visit Saturday night as this was one of my favorite places. What a disappointment! Silverfish, flavor was good, but the fish itself was like leather, and perhaps sitting in the freezer since they last opened. Was chewy, and tasted freezer burned. Mixed braised pork noodle. Who in Vancouver serves this cold? Tasted like pork jerky. Again chewy was the theme though serving was generous, but way way way too much oil. Garlic snow pea shoots was the best item, fresh and as expected. Mike tea was ok, but too much evaporated milk. Congee was fine though a little runny. Lastly, I still don't get it. Why do Chinese people think they can be rude to their own kind? Will never get it!!!

    Josephine M.

    Congee Noodle House was closed for a long time. They recently reopened and we were so happy to finally be able to dine at this old favourite of ours. Wonton Noodle Soup Sliced Fish Congee Salted Chinese Doughnut Wonton Noodle soup came with 5 pieces of wonton.The wonton dumplings were big, with lots of big chunks of prawn inside. There was more prawn than pork inside these dumplings, which @soldbytimtham loved. Soup broth was quite standard in terms of flavor but still very tasty. Sliced Fish Congee had a nice, smooth texture. As warm, hearty and tasty as we remembered it, and the Chinese Doughnut paired very nicely with it. They've revamped their menu. While it has the old classics on it, it has some fancier new additions to it as well. For example, there's a page in the menu for Peking Duck, and also one page dedicated to Vegetarian items. The one thing I really wish they would add is a Vegetarian Congee. It's great that they have Vegetarian offerings but with a name like Congee Noodle House, I find it surprising that they don't have a Vegetarian option for the main food their restaurant is known for! Service: Good Parking: Limited free parking at the back of the restaurant. Otherwise, it's paid parking on the street. Location: 141 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC

    3 meats on rice~
    Edward L.

    Finally had a chance to come back and enjoy the goodness after the parking lot caved in back in 2019. 4 years and 3 months they were closed. Now they're back. Honestly the place is basically unchanged. The place was just packed, and it's easy to see why. Maybe I didn't take a good enough look, but the interior is identical to before the cave-in, right down to the water damage on the tiles. The damage to the building is towards the rear (where there's a private dining room), so maybe they fixed up that part. As for the food selection and quality, it's basically unchanged as well. Awesome. Some of my friends have mentioned that their poor service (from being shortstaffed) is unchanged, and I would definitely have to agree with that as well. The pricing is a bit more than the competition, but this place has enough local fame that they can still fill the place. In any case, glad to see that this place is back.

    The 3 dishes we ordered- all great!
    Nancy H.

    **Update 12/26/2023** I figure, after 5 years, it's time for an updated review! This place is still my go-to place on Christmas, for take-out Chinese food. The food is fresh, the cuisine is somewhat "Americanized Chinese" (which I like), the menu selections are enormous, the portions are large. And - and this is key - they are open on Christmas! Yeah! But, a few things have changed since my last review (and not for the better): -there is a lot of construction on Broadway due to the big Skytrain project, so there is no street parking at all on Broadway in front of this restaurant, for blocks. Of course, this is not the restaurant's fault at all, but the parking issue took me by surprise yesterday evening, and it took a while to find an available spot in the area. Just be forewarned about parking. -this restaurant does not deliver (but there's always take-out) FYI -this restaurant does not accept credit cards or foreign debit cards, only cash or Canadian bank debit cards FYI -lastly - and this is perhaps my biggest gripe - if you check out their website and call in an order for pick-up, be prepared for a HUGE difference in pricing when it's time to pay for your order in the restaurant. Their website's prices are half of what they will charge you for the dishes. I was expecting to pay $37.50 + taxes and tip for the 3 dishes I ordered (according to the prices listed on their website), but was very surprised to be charged $66.60 + taxes (nearly $70) for the order. I don't like surprises, especially those concerning money. So, if you're checking out thier website, know that the prices listed are NOT accurate. By A LOT. (I'm attaching a copy of my bill so you can see the actual prices of the three dishes ordered). That said, the food is quite good, and the folks who work here have always been pleasant, and my family's annual Christmas tradition involving Chinese take-out food lives on!

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    Great affordable take out including very tasty congee. Friendly staff and convenient location

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    Delicious food. Food service was fast. A bit noisy, but that's typical for Hong Kong style Chinese restaurant that is high-end.

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    Food was average, reasonable prices. Will not return when in Vancouver next visit. Service was OK.

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    4.4(412 reviews)
    1.9 kmChinatown
    $$

    A Gastronomic Awakening in Chinatown! You don't truly know…read moreuntil you go--and now that I've been, I'm haunted. As I write this, I am literally still dreaming of the Hong Kong Style BBQ Pork. It didn't just "eat" well; it dissolved into a decadent, sweet, fatty puddle of pure bliss. Walking in, the vibe is quintessential Chinatown: a bustling counter, a glass case showcasing glistening roasted treasures, and a seating area that trades fancy decor for pure, functional authenticity. We were clearly out of our element, probably looking like deer in headlights, but the staff met our confusion with warm smiles. Then came Bobby--the absolute heart and soul of this place. We walked in expecting the standard American-Chinese routine, but Bobby whisked us away to a cozy table and treated us like family. He started us off with a fragrant jasmine tea so naturally sweet and floral it didn't need a grain of sugar--perfect for a biting winter night. While we flirted with the Happy Hour menu, Bobby took the reins. You don't say no to a man with that much charisma and passion! On his expert recommendation, we pivoted to the Two-Meat Combo (BBQ Pork + Soy Chicken) with a side of their famous Roast Duck. The food arrived in a lightning-fast 10 minutes, but the real treat was Bobby's play-by-play on how each dish was prepared. You can taste the pride in every bite. The balance was masterclass: a symphony of sweet, salty, and umami. The meats were succulent, the skins were shattery-crisp, and the glazes were perfectly sticky. The undisputed heavyweight champion, however, was that Hong Kong BBQ Pork. Imagine the best "burnt ends" of your life, drenched in a caramelized, mouth-watering sauce that demands your full attention. We left Chinatown BBQ feeling more than just sated--we felt enlightened. If you're looking for a "one in a million" meal, let Bobby order for you. You won't regret it.

    Unbelievable. Came here on a whim. Not a huge menu, but…read morestraight to the point. The noodle soup was bland and boring. Should've stuck with rice. The char siu and soy sauce chicken were both cooked perfectly, moist and flavorful. The green scallion sauce was not necessary but it was still delicious ! Would've been great over rice. The extra fatty char siu the server gave me to try was over the top! Perhaps the best char siu I've had to date. My server, Bobby? Did a fantastic job and was very informative and I can tell he really likes what he does thru his enthusiasm

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    FOOD We ordered 11 dishes, which were mostly things we would…read morefind in Los Angeles. I felt the ingredients were fresh. The siu mai and ha gow were delicious. Our favorite was the durian gluten balls. It was filled with fresh durian flavored custards. The egg tarts were petite but packed with a lot of custard and flavor too. INTERIOR It felt familiar and nostalgic walking into the restaurant to seeing so many traditional Chinese characters and red/gold decorations. The bathrooms were all genders so that was convenient. SERVICE Staff was fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. They were attentive, helpful, and inquisitive of where we were from. RECOMMEND? Yes! Tasty and cheaper than other dim sum places I researched.

    Nostalgia and old school…read more PSA at the end. It's literally the last dim sum restaurant in this part of Vancouver named Chinatown. After the closure of Floata earlier this month, this is the last one standing. Even though this area is "historic", it's historic in name, history, and remaining buildings only. Economic reality will catch up eventally and this area will become unrecognizable in the forseable future. Social commentary aside, I came here for a reason. I wanted to eat dim sum in Chinatown one last time. I've eaten at Floata, and a whole bunch of other restaurants of Chinatown past. I had to do this one. The food was exactly as I expected. Nothing fancy, but solid Cantonese dim sum from a generation ago. It's old school dim sum, prepared by a bunch of old school folks chattering away in Cantonese while they work the tables and back kitchen. Items ordered: Prawn spring rolls Dried scallop and egg white fried rice Deep fried garlic wings XLB Steamed black bean ribs. The service is what it is, for Chinese standards, that is. Not intrusive, not terribly friendly, but efficient. The ambiance has certainly changed. We were the only Chinese people in the restaurant the time I came in. If I were to make a wild guess, everyone in here were tourists, with the exception of one lady, who was a regular. The PSA: This restaurant will likely not be around long in all honesty. If you want to have dim sum in Chinatown, you'd better make an effort to come here. Keep your expectations in check.

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    New Town Bakery & Restaurant

    3.8(474 reviews)
    1.9 kmChinatown
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    Seemed like a must try Chinatown classic when I was researching Vancouver spots. I thought it was…read morecool that they have typical bakery items but also dim sum that I'd be down to come back and try Apple tart: 3/5 the apple filling was just ok and the outside was a little hard from being left outside Pork asado siopao: 4/5 this was super good and warm but I would've preferred if there was a little more meat inside. Super yummy though so would def recommend trying

    New Town Bakery is one of those Chinatown staples that feels like a rite of passage in Vancouver…read more We headed there for breakfast, excited for pastries and a classic bakery experience, and decided to dine in. Once we sat down and were handed the full menu, though, I had a brief moment of panic. The menu is huuuge and varied, plus none of the items I had mentally planned on ordering were on there. We pivoted and ordered pork siu mai, congee, look fun noodles, and a few steamed buns (they're especially known for those). The congee, noodles, and siu mai were all fine--very standard, not particularly memorable. In fairness, they weren't what I came for in the first place, so that probably shaped my expectations. The real standouts were the pork asado siopao and the chicken deluxe (bola bola). Both have Filipino roots, and the siopao especially brought a comforting sense of familiarity--soft, fluffy, and filled with that sweet-savory pork that felt like home. Those alone made the visit worthwhile. They actually have quite a few other Filipino influenced items like hopia and puto which was surprising. Ironically, it was only after we left that I noticed the sign on the window highlighting their most popular items--exactly what first-timers should probably stick to. I had ordered a few pastries to go with the intention of trying them later... and then completely forgot about them, which I'm still a little sad about. Overall, it was a good visit with a clear lesson learned: go in with a game plan and order the hits. It's a beloved Vancouver institution for a reason, and I'd definitely recommend stopping by--just know it's cash only and do a little pre-order research so you can make the most of it. I'd give it more like a 3.5 vs a 4 star, but I'm already planning a redo focused purely on the classics.

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    Kirin Seafood Restaurant - Sesame pudding

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    3.8(679 reviews)
    10.7 km
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    So mum wanted to show her appreciation for being her chauffeur taking her around to the doctors…read more She took me out for dimsum and with it being in Richmond there is a plethora of choices. She wanted to go to Kirin. Plenty of parking in the mall. Hostess greeted and seated us promptly. Restaurant was busy but not crazy. This was at 10am on a Thursday. Waiters were attentive. Usual table service was in place. Took our order and food came out at acceptable pace. When we were done, they politely boxed up the leftovers and we paid our bill. So service was on point. The food we ordered came out hot. The staples that I order to test was hargow, suimai and pai gwut(spareribs). All 3 dishes in general were good.....the hargow could have used an extra minute or 2 in the steamer. The suimai was very good. I tasted every ingredient in this dish. Usually it is just a complete mix and you can't discern the different flavors. They tried something different with the cheongfun by adding pieces of Chinese donut to the roll. I personally think it didn't add much to the dish, taste or texture wise. I did like the pea shoots with shrimp. I think it is a good combo. All in all a good dimsum. I also noticed they did not charge us a tea service. The cost of the food is comparable with other restaurants at this level. Yes come on a date or impress business clients/boss or family celebrations.

    I have many Chinese friends in Vancouver, and my last visit to Kirin Richmond was in July 2024…read more This time, it was my birthday, and my friends insisted on treating me to Kirin Richmond once again. On a typical Sunday evening, the restaurant is usually fully occupied, but my friend had thoughtfully made a reservation a week in advance, so our table for five was ready upon arrival. As always, the restaurant was clean and well maintained, with good airflow thanks to the wide-open front entrance facing the parkade. The front desk receptionist greeted us cordially, and we were escorted to a cozy table in a comfortable location -- not too close to the washrooms, which I appreciated. Our meal began with the Kirin Special Assorted Cold Appetizer, followed by Crab Meat, Dried Scallops, and Fish Maw Soup. The soup arrived piping hot and was delicious, with a generous portion that could easily have served eight people. We also enjoyed Pea Tips Braised with Bean Curd and Assorted Mushrooms in Consommé, Marinated Free-Range Crispy Skin Chicken, Fillet of Cod Sautéed with Seasonal Vegetables, and Live Crab in Consommé with Ginger and Green Onion, served with E-fu Noodles. Overall, the quality and taste of every entrée were excellent. Service was top-notch -- tea and hot water were refilled constantly, bones and used plates were replaced promptly, and the servers were friendly and engaging throughout the evening. My friend and his family have apparently been regulars at this location for over two decades, which likely contributed to the exceptional attentiveness we received. However, one aspect of the experience genuinely disturbed me. All servers, including the captains, continued to wear masks at all times. While this practice was understandable two years ago, now -- five years after the onset of the pandemic, with COVID-19 managed similarly to other seasonal respiratory illnesses -- the continued universal masking in a fine-dining environment feels unnecessary and detracts from the overall guest experience. Fine dining, in my view as an avid foodie, is built on human connection, hospitality, and personal interaction. Masks create a more impersonal, almost clinical atmosphere. In a well-ventilated space like this, the environmental risk does not seem to justify the visual and social trade-off. Rather than providing reassurance, the persistent masking may unintentionally signal that the environment is unsafe or that management is out of step with current provincial health guidelines, where masking is now a personal choice rather than a mandate. Final verdict: Food & Service: 5/5 Ambience: 2/5 Overall: 3/5 -- as the current aesthetic feels more like a relic of 2020 than a leader in 2026 hospitality.

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