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First time coming to their new location on Sexsmith Road. Interior is very impressive - modern Chinese interior, wide and spacious areas with second floor, some private rooms with a minimum spend of $500 and 18% gratuity. Food as always is very good. We ordered 3 dishes to share among 4 adults and it's more than enough. *砂锅原味鸡 Signature Casserole Chicken is a must-have. Gosh it's sooooo yummy I have to take home the leftover sauce. *葱爆肥肠 Stir-Fried Pig Intestines with Scallion is also good. *酒香炒豆叶 Stir-Fried Pea Tips is fresh and crunchy.
Horrible experience tonight. The hostess was not really nice. We made a reso for 7. And the hostess said the reso is 7:15. No apologies. No nothing. She just thinks I'm in the wrong. Fine. We were gonna wait. But then at around 7:08 they said they had a table for 6 for us. We told them, only 5 ppl today since someone couldn't make it. They said, "then you'll have to sit with strangers then/ wait until 7:15. For this kind of restaurant at this kind of price point, absolutely crazy. Yeah.. at that point we decided not to wait anymore. And it's not even the issue of the wrong reso time taken down and very little to do with needing to sit with other people (although still quite unacceptable), but the poor attitude of the hostess and the way she delivered her words. We immediately changed restaurants and didn't get a call from them until 7:23. By that time, we were already at the other restaurant (food was great and service was impeccable). I don't think I'll come back here ever again of my "own" volition. Yes, food's not bad, but we're in Vancouver. Good food is everywhere.
Revisiting a restaurant that I did not enjoy before can be a total surprise! I recall when I first came (when they first opened a few years back) here with my co-workers, I did not think much of their food and especially with their prices. Not only was the taste but the value was totally lacking. Fast forward to now, when our friend said that she wanted to treat us to a meal there, I was reluctant and even tried to steer her away, but glad she insisted. To my surprise all the items she ordered were very tasty and was not what I had experienced before... Highlight of our meal.. Cauliflower & Shrimp .. how simple can this be? The Chef used a very light savoury sauce that captures the delicate flavours of both items, no single taste is too outstanding but it just makes the whole dish memorable!! Braised Sparerib in Black Vinegar .. a classic dish that requires patience & skills to make the dish stands out, here the Chef slow cooks the spareribs first to make it tender, then he would braise it in the sugar & vinegar until it becomes thick like molasses, the result is a rich & tangy coating for the tender spareribs .. try it if its available. Overall, I would have them back on my list for casual Chinese food, service is attentive ( male servers are more polite, haha ) and the seatings are comfortable. Unlike most Chinese restaurants, all tables are rectangular rather than round. Parking is free at the open air mall, but it is always a challenge, if you are going in a group make sure you car pool!!
This is a strange restaurant. Service is super super slow, had to rush my order a couple of times before it came out. Also, some of their dishes are sold out, not once, not twice BUT all three times i've been here even if i'm the first one to arrive after they open. How is that even possible just take it off your menu.... The food here is average, nothing stands out and everything is pretty tasty.
4/5 because no beer... The taste is very delicious. I wish each dish can be a bit more. They have beer flyer on the table but no beer when I ordered... The price is ok. If the portion can be bigger. It will be great. Overall, I'd come back again.
One thing we noticed rightaway is that even though every dish on the menu has an accompanying photo , which indeed is quite helpful , there are no prices anywhere . Hmmm . . . kinda weird we thought . And because it's Mid-Autumn's we BYOB and were told there's corkage , which is fine , but they insisted on charging even for one of our tiny twist-open 300ml sake . Again , because of Mid-Autumn's , we ordered quite a few dishes and to be honest they all tasted kinda the same , especially their chicken offerings . Their " signature " chicken casserole , which we pre-ordered the night before , was a disappointment with the meat not tender and flavourful enough . Anyway it's all good cuz now that we've tried them you don't necessarily have to .
Some restaurants you never would try unless invited by friends. This was the case today. We were pleasantly surprised by how tasty the food was and how good the service. This is the new location on Sexsmith road in Richmond. I really like the decor and ambiance. There is nothing like it that I have experienced. Food wise, we ordered the marinated duck 8/10, like it sliced more thinly please! Boiled fish fillets was next 10/10. Braised pork with dried bean 8/10, taste needs a kick, but well cooked. Stir fried pig intestines with scallions 10/10....more meat would have been nice, but tasted really good. Stewed meatball with Chinese cabbage. Great flavour, meatballs need to be more melt in your mouth and bigger. 7/10. You might think how come I gave five stars when not all the dishes were 10/10. Well, like I said, the dining experience, ambiance and service pushed it to the top. It is on the pricey side so be warned. Overall a good experience.
Delicious. They specialize in grains. We ordered 7 dishes including noodle, rice cakes, rice, chicken in a pot, black chicken soup, egg wrapped pork with sticky rice ball.
We've been here a couple of times and it never disappoints. Their menu constantly changes, so some favourite items may not be available the next time you go. We've tried a variety of items and they're all really good - can't go wrong with whatever you end up choosing
The first time I came here was out of randomness cause was in the area and finished shopping at Yaohan. After that, came back a few more times with mixed feelings; having a love and hate relationship with this place. This is one place I strongly suggest you make a reservation way ahead of time because most nights they have a full house. And don't be late otherwise your table will be gone. Because I had a not so good and kind of dramatic experience with that. Here's the hate relationship... I made a group reservation because my bestie was back in town and wanted him to try their famous chicken. Due to rush hour traffic, bad weather condition and trying to find parking, we were 15mins late. They gave awhile my table for my group to 2 people. I let my friend talked and to solve the situation while I waited outside. To make a long story short, I had to asked one of the manager/owner," are you really going to embarrass me in front of my friends?" Finally, everything was solved and got a table after 10mins and an apology for the misunderstanding, thank you and appreciated! The love relationship is that they do have a very juicy tasty signature chicken in a clay pot. Which I enjoy and recommend a must order plus they change their menu often with new dishes. The place has a pretty causal and comfy ambiance, pretty up to date with the interior trend. And their menu doesn't have prices on them so if you are on a dining budget, always ask how much each dish is. Here were the food I ordered during my most recent visit; 1. Signature chicken in clay pot. It's a whole chicken braised inside a clay pot with pig feet, etc. very juicy and tasty. Not many places in BC cook it this way, this is mainly what I am here for. 2. Braised nappa cabbage with prawns and chestnuts. Goes good with rice! 3. Pork rib soup with peanuts and lotus roots. Nice and hot in a little clay pot the way I like it. I might be biased on this one cause I like almost all soups. 4. Boiled slice fish with chilli peppers in broth. Fish were tender and the broth was tasty. 5. Truffle shrimp fried rice. I personally find it a bit too plain and bland, but goes good with other food without taking away their taste. Overall, the waitresses are pretty friendly most of the time except sometimes the service may be lacking. It has a comfortable seating arrangement and it's menu are always changing a bit so it doesn't get boring after a few visits. I would repeat just for their signature chicken alone and do recommend to try out their signature dishes if you haven't done so. And thank you to the manger for the apology last time, appreciated it!
They have a large menu here, so don't be afraid to ask for recommendations from the staff! They're all really friendly and willing to explain what each dish is like. Each dish was really delicate and special, so we enjoyed pretty much every dish. Their signature is the stone pot chicken (砂锅鸡), but unfortunately we didn't get to try it this time. Sometimes you need to call in to reserve it beforehand. Next time we'll definitely be coming back to try it again. P.S Make sure to call ahead to reserve so you don't have to wait -- they're practicing distancing seating rn too :)
Stumbled on this place and quite glad we did. Initially was kind of awkward, their seating plan was guided by one head waiter. We had to stand for a while and wait for the other staff to confirm with him, where we could sit (even though there were a few empty tables). The first thing to comment on is that the atmosphere is nice. Music was pretty relaxing, the environment was nice and comfortable. Staff were pretty quick once we were seated. The menu was pretty sweet, showed full page pictures for quite a few dishes and the value was displayed in the corner. The food was really tasty, worth the price I thought. We ordered the steamed pork meatballs wrapped in egg. Also a egg bean salad with green chilli and a gluttonous rice with duck wrapped in the leaf. All very tasty. All in all I will go back.
Came in here on a Sunday night with some friends and was overall impressed with this restaurant! However, the other reviews comments on service and sold out items held true for my experience. Food: We had the chicken with mint, braised brisket and tofu, frog legs, celtuse with bacon, and vegetable and rice soup (not pictured). The vegetable and rice soup came out first and was one of my favorite items as the broth was very light and aromatic. The chicken was probably my least favorite as it felt a little too salty for my taste. The brisket was extremely tender and well cooked. I've heard their drinks are popular but we didn't try any. Service/Ambaince: We came in Sunday at around 7pm and were seated after ~10 minutes. I think the service here is pretty standard for a Chinese restaurant where interactions are quick and to the point. With water and tea already at the table we just refilled it ourselves. The staff also mainly speaks Chinese. The restaurant is very modern and has decent parking outside. Price: Considering all the other options around the area, this is certainly a higher priced restaurant. For 3 people we spent around ~150 CAD read more
4 months ago
Found this hidden gem in Richmond, Vancouver Geng Shi Ji is one of those places that makes you want to come back again after the first visit. The food isn't just spicy -- the flavors have real depth, aroma, and that comforting wok-hei taste Their clay pot chicken is one of the most recommended dishes, but honestly almost everything pairs perfectly with rice. The restaurant itself also feels more modern and stylish than expected, making it a great spot for friends, family dinners, or travelers looking for authentic Chinese food in Richmond. Definitely one of those local spots people keep returning to read more
The interior looks very aesthetic with their modern/asian vibe decor. Their table setting is very pretty and seatings are comfortable While the food tastes food, I find some of their dishes in their saltier side. The portion isn't that big for the price they charged. The staff are pretty attentive. There is a 1.5 hour seating limit. I really like the little ceramic plates store corner downstairs. read more
10 months ago
First time coming to their new location on Sexsmith Road. Interior is very impressive - modern Chinese interior, wide and spacious areas with second floor, some private rooms with a minimum spend of $500 and 18% gratuity. Food as always is very good. We ordered 3 dishes to share among 4 adults and it's more than enough. *砂锅原味鸡 Signature Casserole Chicken is a must-have. Gosh it's sooooo yummy I have to take home the leftover sauce. *葱爆肥肠 Stir-Fried Pig Intestines with Scallion is also good. *酒香炒豆叶 Stir-Fried Pea Tips is fresh and crunchy. read more
Horrible experience tonight. The hostess was not really nice. We made a reso for 7. And the hostess said the reso is 7:15. No apologies. No nothing. She just thinks I'm in the wrong. Fine. We were gonna wait. But then at around 7:08 they said they had a table for 6 for us. We told them, only 5 ppl today since someone couldn't make it. They said, "then you'll have to sit with strangers then/ wait until 7:15. For this kind of restaurant at this kind of price point, absolutely crazy. Yeah.. at that point we decided not to wait anymore. And it's not even the issue of the wrong reso time taken down and very little to do with needing to sit with other people (although still quite unacceptable), but the poor attitude of the hostess and the way she delivered her words. We immediately changed restaurants and didn't get a call from them until 7:23. By that time, we were already at the other restaurant (food was great and service was impeccable). I don't think I'll come back here ever again of my "own" volition. Yes, food's not bad, but we're in Vancouver. Good food is everywhere. read more
Revisiting a restaurant that I did not enjoy before can be a total surprise! I recall when I first came (when they first opened a few years back) here with my co-workers, I did not think much of their food and especially with their prices. Not only was the taste but the value was totally lacking. Fast forward to now, when our friend said that she wanted to treat us to a meal there, I was reluctant and even tried to steer her away, but glad she insisted. To my surprise all the items she ordered were very tasty and was not what I had experienced before... Highlight of our meal.. Cauliflower & Shrimp .. how simple can this be? The Chef used a very light savoury sauce that captures the delicate flavours of both items, no single taste is too outstanding but it just makes the whole dish memorable!! Braised Sparerib in Black Vinegar .. a classic dish that requires patience & skills to make the dish stands out, here the Chef slow cooks the spareribs first to make it tender, then he would braise it in the sugar & vinegar until it becomes thick like molasses, the result is a rich & tangy coating for the tender spareribs .. try it if its available. Overall, I would have them back on my list for casual Chinese food, service is attentive ( male servers are more polite, haha ) and the seatings are comfortable. Unlike most Chinese restaurants, all tables are rectangular rather than round. Parking is free at the open air mall, but it is always a challenge, if you are going in a group make sure you car pool!! read more
4 years ago
This is a strange restaurant. Service is super super slow, had to rush my order a couple of times before it came out. Also, some of their dishes are sold out, not once, not twice BUT all three times i've been here even if i'm the first one to arrive after they open. How is that even possible just take it off your menu.... The food here is average, nothing stands out and everything is pretty tasty. read more
4/5 because no beer... The taste is very delicious. I wish each dish can be a bit more. They have beer flyer on the table but no beer when I ordered... The price is ok. If the portion can be bigger. It will be great. Overall, I'd come back again. read more
One thing we noticed rightaway is that even though every dish on the menu has an accompanying photo , which indeed is quite helpful , there are no prices anywhere . Hmmm . . . kinda weird we thought . And because it's Mid-Autumn's we BYOB and were told there's corkage , which is fine , but they insisted on charging even for one of our tiny twist-open 300ml sake . Again , because of Mid-Autumn's , we ordered quite a few dishes and to be honest they all tasted kinda the same , especially their chicken offerings . Their " signature " chicken casserole , which we pre-ordered the night before , was a disappointment with the meat not tender and flavourful enough . Anyway it's all good cuz now that we've tried them you don't necessarily have to . read more
2 years ago
Some restaurants you never would try unless invited by friends. This was the case today. We were pleasantly surprised by how tasty the food was and how good the service. This is the new location on Sexsmith road in Richmond. I really like the decor and ambiance. There is nothing like it that I have experienced. Food wise, we ordered the marinated duck 8/10, like it sliced more thinly please! Boiled fish fillets was next 10/10. Braised pork with dried bean 8/10, taste needs a kick, but well cooked. Stir fried pig intestines with scallions 10/10....more meat would have been nice, but tasted really good. Stewed meatball with Chinese cabbage. Great flavour, meatballs need to be more melt in your mouth and bigger. 7/10. You might think how come I gave five stars when not all the dishes were 10/10. Well, like I said, the dining experience, ambiance and service pushed it to the top. It is on the pricey side so be warned. Overall a good experience. read more
5 years ago
Delicious. They specialize in grains. We ordered 7 dishes including noodle, rice cakes, rice, chicken in a pot, black chicken soup, egg wrapped pork with sticky rice ball. read more
We've been here a couple of times and it never disappoints. Their menu constantly changes, so some favourite items may not be available the next time you go. We've tried a variety of items and they're all really good - can't go wrong with whatever you end up choosing read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
The first time I came here was out of randomness cause was in the area and finished shopping at Yaohan. After that, came back a few more times with mixed feelings; having a love and hate relationship with this place. This is one place I strongly suggest you make a reservation way ahead of time because most nights they have a full house. And don't be late otherwise your table will be gone. Because I had a not so good and kind of dramatic experience with that. Here's the hate relationship... I made a group reservation because my bestie was back in town and wanted him to try their famous chicken. Due to rush hour traffic, bad weather condition and trying to find parking, we were 15mins late. They gave awhile my table for my group to 2 people. I let my friend talked and to solve the situation while I waited outside. To make a long story short, I had to asked one of the manager/owner," are you really going to embarrass me in front of my friends?" Finally, everything was solved and got a table after 10mins and an apology for the misunderstanding, thank you and appreciated! The love relationship is that they do have a very juicy tasty signature chicken in a clay pot. Which I enjoy and recommend a must order plus they change their menu often with new dishes. The place has a pretty causal and comfy ambiance, pretty up to date with the interior trend. And their menu doesn't have prices on them so if you are on a dining budget, always ask how much each dish is. Here were the food I ordered during my most recent visit; 1. Signature chicken in clay pot. It's a whole chicken braised inside a clay pot with pig feet, etc. very juicy and tasty. Not many places in BC cook it this way, this is mainly what I am here for. 2. Braised nappa cabbage with prawns and chestnuts. Goes good with rice! 3. Pork rib soup with peanuts and lotus roots. Nice and hot in a little clay pot the way I like it. I might be biased on this one cause I like almost all soups. 4. Boiled slice fish with chilli peppers in broth. Fish were tender and the broth was tasty. 5. Truffle shrimp fried rice. I personally find it a bit too plain and bland, but goes good with other food without taking away their taste. Overall, the waitresses are pretty friendly most of the time except sometimes the service may be lacking. It has a comfortable seating arrangement and it's menu are always changing a bit so it doesn't get boring after a few visits. I would repeat just for their signature chicken alone and do recommend to try out their signature dishes if you haven't done so. And thank you to the manger for the apology last time, appreciated it! read more
They have a large menu here, so don't be afraid to ask for recommendations from the staff! They're all really friendly and willing to explain what each dish is like. Each dish was really delicate and special, so we enjoyed pretty much every dish. Their signature is the stone pot chicken (砂锅鸡), but unfortunately we didn't get to try it this time. Sometimes you need to call in to reserve it beforehand. Next time we'll definitely be coming back to try it again. P.S Make sure to call ahead to reserve so you don't have to wait -- they're practicing distancing seating rn too :) read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
Very delicious. Love the chicken and the pork feet. The frog was not as good, feels like frozen. read more
9 years ago
Stumbled on this place and quite glad we did. Initially was kind of awkward, their seating plan was guided by one head waiter. We had to stand for a while and wait for the other staff to confirm with him, where we could sit (even though there were a few empty tables). The first thing to comment on is that the atmosphere is nice. Music was pretty relaxing, the environment was nice and comfortable. Staff were pretty quick once we were seated. The menu was pretty sweet, showed full page pictures for quite a few dishes and the value was displayed in the corner. The food was really tasty, worth the price I thought. We ordered the steamed pork meatballs wrapped in egg. Also a egg bean salad with green chilli and a gluttonous rice with duck wrapped in the leaf. All very tasty. All in all I will go back. read more
7 years ago
8 years ago
This place is anything but your ordinary neighborhood Chinese food joint. When you walk in you are greeted by the extremely friendly staff and on most nights a packed house!! Which speaks for the quality of the food you will soon enjoy. We ordered the clay pot chicken which was highly recommended and it did not disappoint. The whole chicken was cooked to perfection and can be easily be pulled off the bone with only your chop sticks, and the flavor of the dish will leave you scraping the bottom of the pot for every last bite. When our next dish arrived our expectations continued to be exceeded. We ordered the deep fried whole fish, this dish caught our eye as we were being seated, we saw a near by table digging into something we just knew we had to try. We were blown away with how delicious and fresh this fish was, it was prepared in such an interesting way where each bite is both extra crispy and light and flakey and don't forget about the sauce. The sauce was the perfect combination of sweet and sour and is so addictive... to say the least we cleaned the plate! On top of the exceptional food the vibe of the dining room is fantastic, and the wait staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, regularly checking in on us refilling our tea and removing used plates. Given how busy it was that night we never felt forgotten which always adds to the experience! We will definitely be back soon as there is so much more we want to try on the menu!! read more
9 years ago
7 years ago
I have came back 3 times since first visit. First time was just passed by and found inside looks modern so we waited for a table. The menu has pictures all items but it's on the pricey side. For our family of 4(2 adults, 2 kids under 6), we paid about $120 for the bill. This place is really busy and you can't get a table if come during 6-8pm. I loved the fish dish(they used real fish fillet, not the frozen packaged fillet). The chicken in a pot is very tasty too and highly recommended. The pickle is refreshing. However they do limit dining to 1.5 hour as they seem to take booking as 6-7:30,7:30-9:00. If you come around 8:30pm, you can likely get a table without booking. Or go at 5:45pm like we did one time on the day, we got a table too but limited to leave within 1 hour. Some ppl may not like it. For the food quality, it's worth the wait especially for first timer. They seem to update their menu since I last visit in September 2019. read more
8 years ago
9 years ago
Food tastes okay, me and my friends order beef stir fry, green onion pancake, shredded duck and deep fried fish. I'll give four and half stars for tastes . Service was really good, manager came back to check up on us and make sure our waitress got our orders right. The only reason I give 3 stars overall was because the price is way too high compared to what we got...check out photos and that duck dish was 30 something dollar for only a couple of pieces meat... read more
9 years ago
8 years ago
Everything taste perfect! I can separate the chicken meat from its bones only by using my chopsticks! The taste was like my grandma's cooking. I hope I could cook like that one day. read more
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2188 - 3779 Sexsmith Road
Richmond, BC V6X 3Z9
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Golden Village, City Centre
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