We always enjoy our meals at the Ocean Palace. It's a no-brainer when we wanna go out for a…read morereasonable priced dinner.

This place closed for Covid and thought it was a change to go there as they recently reopened. The…read moreplace was very clean and spacious. Cloth table cloths in white and looked new. We had the party for four and sweet and sour beef. I got to say it was very very good. All came hot and we dug in right away. The party for four consisted of 4 egg rolls that were done perfectly and hot, prawns with hot vegetables, lemon chicken, special chow main and special fried rice. Service was a bit slow for me and in traditional style, the food came dish by dish as it was cooked up in the kitchen. It is the next best thing for Chinese food south of the river.

It was supposed to be my final meal of this leg of my Vancouver food trip, and with so many…read morerestaurants to choose from, I decided to trust my gut and head to Dragon Wok. Faced with two locations, I picked the newer one for reasons I can't quite explain, and thus began an amazing journey. The spacious parking area was a great start, and as soon as I stepped into the restaurant, I was greeted by a bright, soothing, and clean environment. The Far East vibes were unmistakable, with signs all around confirming I was in a Chinese place. A polite girl greeted us and guided us through the extensive menu, helping us choose the best dishes and combinations. To give some context, Indo-Chinese food originated in Kolkata, Bengal, and evolved as it spread across India, with each region adding its own twist. My favorite is Bangladeshi Chinese, known for its aroma, toned textures, and balanced, soothing sauces and condiments. Although Indo-Chinese variations have diverged from their Bengali-Chinese roots, I was hoping to find something that would closely match my taste preferences. That's when a gentleman named Abrar approached us. To my delight, he was from Kolkata, the birthplace of Indo-Chinese cuisine. He took the time to understand our preferences, crafting recommendations that seemed tailored just for us. He went above and beyond, even deciding how to tweak their original dishes to match our taste buds. We decided to go all out with his suggested combinations. We started with the appetizer, the Spicy chili garlic wings, and they were incredible--thin, yet with the crispiest crust, perfectly balanced with the chili garlic sauce. They were well-marinated with no gaminess, and the juicy inner layer contrasted beautifully with the crunchy exterior. 5/5. The Masala Fish blew us away--it was unforgettable. It wasn't overly spicy; a hint of sweetness brought out the flavors, with a light, airy crunch giving way to melt-in-your-mouth fish. The Crispy Chili Beef was very special. It wasn't dry, with a perfect semi-crisp exterior and juicy interior. Each bite validated how beef should be cooked. The sauce was perfectly balanced, neither too salty nor too sour. The Ginger garlic chicken was stir-fried to perfection, super soft with a soothing gravy, and the perfect blend of oriental sauces. Everything was balanced just right. The vegetable Hakka chowmein were not too oily, and though the noodles were a bit thinner than usual, they complemented every entrée so well it felt like a match made in heaven. Finally, the dessert--Ice cream with fried banana--was an ingenious creation. The warm, crunchy banana paired perfectly with the cold ice cream, creating a delightful ending to the meal. The girl at the reception (sorry, I didn't ask her name) was incredibly cordial, checking in on us several times and even offering complimentary green tea. Abrar also checked in on us a couple of times, providing exceptional service. I noticed him being attentive to every customer, offering nothing short of the best service you can get in a restaurant. I know taste buds vary, and Indo-Chinese palates differ across the subcontinent, but as someone extremely picky about Indo-Chinese food, I feel I had my best Indo-Chinese experience in North America at Dragon Wok. You're in good hands with these experts from the birthplace of Indo-Chinese cuisine.

Dragon Wok is a solid choice for tasty Indo-Chinese food with great portion sizes! The servings are…read morehuge--you definitely get your money's worth, and there's usually enough for leftovers. The menu is extensive, offering everything from classics like General Tso's and lo mein to more unique options. With so many choices, there's something for everyone. The food always comes out hot and flavorful, and the staff is friendly and efficient. It's a great spot when you're craving Indo-Chinese food and want big portions that satisfy. We got veg fried rice, Manchurian chicken, and shrimp chow mein and honestly those plates were wiped clean. It was enough for four starving people. I'm tempted to come back and try their soup and other things on the menu. Can't wait!

Ordered pickup, website said 10% discount over $50 but they took a credit card online for over…read more$110.00 and when I picked up the order they refused to discount by 10%. Thought oh well if the food is great I'll consider that their tip.....food was terrible. Breaded Almond chicken was like it was cooked an hour before, all dried out and cold. The Chow Mein dish had almost no noodles and was very tasteless. Boneless sweet & sour pork was tough and everything else was tasteless. Would not order from there again!

I believe this is the only Chinese restaurant available in Ladner. It's been here since I was a kid…read morebut I think it's changed owners. They open for dinner service and offer there own delivery which is a plus! We ordered the sweet and sour chicken balls which is a staple and very delicious. The sauce is thick and there is so much of it. An order of the asparagus and mushroom crispy chow mein which was phenomenal. The asparagus was so fresh and the mushrooms were juicy. An order of the spicy salt tofu which was ok. Not really spicy or salty. Pretty bland but very crispy. Lastly, an order of the beef and broccoli chow mein. The broccoli was perfectly cooked but the beef was pretty fatty and slimy. Meh, decent options but too many dish misses.

Wonton soup with no green onion, hot and sour soup with whole chunks of tomato (???), fish sauce…read morefor egg role came in packets. Paid $100 for 4 people, I would steer clear of this place.

Always dine in at this restaurant never a bad meal had here we go back all the time love it.read more

Shanghai River was a great meal overall. I came specifically for the sheng jian bao and was pretty…read moresatisfied. It's not quite as good as what you'd get in China, but definitely not bad -- and there was actual soup inside, which I appreciated. The Peking duck was solid, and I loved that they served it with thin wrappers instead of buns. Way less filling and lets the duck shine. They also had a strong assortment of dim sum and classic dishes. Service was fast and really accommodating. Would definitely recommend.

Dropped by for a Sunday lunch - place was packed, as most dim sum related places would be…read more Service was good, however some dishes (pan fried bun) toke a questionable amount of time to arrive. Pan fried bun - long wait to receive, pretty greasy inside - however had a nice crunch to the bun. XLB - standard, the soup within was pretty tasty , watch out for the temperature as usual. Crab Claw - No idea why we decided to have this as lunch, was pretty impulsive - did take some time to arrive , very meaty , so nothing to complain about. Fried Tofu - was the dish highlight, nice crisp with a warm soft interior, spiced to perfection! Wine drunken Chicken - was soft and juicy, however aside from the cooking wine taste, there wasn't anything more to add. I would skip a re-visit , as Richmond is pretty competitive, however it's not bad and worth a shot.

Absolute BEST dim sum I've had yet. Made to order, the food was hot, juicy, and tasted just right…read more Not greasy or oily, just pure juiciness. We tried to go to other places around town for dim sum but others were too busy or only took reservations. I'm so glad we ended up here. Portions are huge so be careful when ordering! We ordered a lot and ended up having plenty to take home after. 12/10 recommend this place for delicious dim sum!

Overall: 3.5/5 This was a last-minute family dinner, and…read morewith such a large group, Royal Palace had the seating capacity to comfortably host us. With about 9-10 people per table, we were treated to what felt like at least ten courses. There wasn't much time for photos, as conversation and catching up naturally took precedence. The standouts were the seafood fried rice and the green onion lobster and crab stir-fry -- rich, comforting, and generously flavoured, the kind of dishes that quietly anchor a long meal. It was a busy holiday weekend, and the restaurant was packed. Our original 7:00 p.m. reservation was delayed until 8:00 p.m., leaving many of us waiting outside in the cold. Once seated, the pacing felt off, with dishes arriving out of sequence, which gave the meal an oddly disjointed rhythm. A small apology or update from the staff would have been welcome, but none came. Overall, the food was very tasty, and I would consider returning -- particularly to explore more of their seafood offerings.

Charming little mom n pop shop with old school Westernized Chinese food. Ingredients were very…read morefresh. Wonton filling tasted ok. Located just west of the King George/72 ave McDonald's. Smells like pizza thanks to their next door neighbor Domino's

We ordered a combination dinner for 2 on Feb 02, 26 and were very disappointed. The prawn batter…read morewas rock hard and over cooked. The sweet and sour had a piece of plastic in it. It wasn't very hot either. We have ordered from Main Choice from time to time but won't be ordering from them any more.

Chinese dinner for Thanksgiving [Langley, BC Canada]…read more The entire U.S. is pretty much closed for the Thanksgiving holiday so before crossing the border to return to WA we stopped for dinner at Langley (east of Surrey). We made it 40 mins approaching closing time with one other party of 3 diners inside. We browsed through the menu quickly and selected Beef Chow Fun (less bean sprouts) and Combo C (chow mein, honey garlic pork, almond chicken, Szechuan beef chop suey). The portions were huge and we could've shared the Beef Chow Fun and we would've been full. I really liked the chow fun, very flavorful with tender beef. The Combo C was just okay to me. Good customer service even when we were the last ones to leave the restaurant. Exchange Rate 11/28/24: $1 USD = $1.40 CAD Review #3605

Horrible, horrible food. Dishes tasted like rancid oil. When we complained they offered no remedy…read moreor refund. Will never return. Avoid at all costs.

Broccoli Beef was enjoyable. Beef was tender…read more Sheimp Fried rice was okay but fairly bland. Had to add soy sauce to make it better.

Only ever tried their deep fried squid here but it's excellent. Get this dish! The parking is a bit…read morecrowded and the place is a bit hard to find though.