Great HK-Style Comfort Food! Fantastic value at $15.99 for a lunch special! The C05 Baked Cheese Pork Cutlet is a must-try -- I had it over tomato rice and the melted cheese and tender pork cutlet combo was delicious. Love the variety of sauce choices too (black pepper, tomato, curry, cream of mushroom). The complimentary HK milk tea is a great bonus, and food court prices match the lunch special -- you really can't go wrong here! read more

Mabu Generation - C05 Baked Pork over tomato rice - Taiwanese Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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Traditional decor but food was a letdown Atmosphere: This restaurant is decorated very well, similar to the atmosphere in Taiwan with relics and paintings to remind you of the past. There were booths throughout the restaurant and it was quite casual with it being a popular spot for families on the weekend. Food: The house special Taiwanese style minced pork on rice was okay, but more savoury and not at all like the dish in Taiwan (which is more balanced and slightly sweeter). The portion for the three cup chicken was also quite small, and didn't have much flavour other than soy sauce. The mixed meat on instant noodles was very disappointing, with very few slices of pork and a Western-style sausage rather than Taiwanese sausage, and only a single piece of brocolli (similar to the minced pork dish). The flavours of all these dishes missed the mark and were quite disappointing. The desserts tasted okay, but also could've been better, with the pudding being quite bland and the toast being too powdery. Service: The staff were helpful in trying to help us use the app to order and get the free milk pudding. They were attentive and quick to provide us with lemon water and food was served quite fast as well. Might visit in the future for desserts, but probably not for a full meal read more

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With so many great food spots at First Markham Place, it's tough to make a decision on where to eat! Mabu generation was always one of those restaurants we would walked past but never actually go in.. until today. We went between lunch and dinner time and it was relatively empty. Service was quick, portion sizes were good, and food was pretty tasty for the cheap cost. Having now tried Mabu Generation, we were excited to learn that there is a location in Mississauga, closer to where we live! 4/5 stars :) must try ! read more

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Amazing service! It's been years since I have received excellent service at a restaurant. The servers were very attentive making sure your hotpot flame was filled, and your soup was filled and topped off so they often check on you for your needs. Food was decent and lots of options for food that will meet everyone's taste buds and preferences. They open until midnight on weekdays so definitely pop by for some food, snacks, bubble tea, desserts or mini individual hotpot. I personally enjoyed coming here and hanging out. This is inside the First Markham Place so be sure to come early for a parking spot as it can get full and busy during weekends and Friday nights. read more

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We were here for the dinner. I was so happy with the seafood hotpot and rice. That's a personal style that enough for 2 ppl. We got a pork rice as well. But the size was not as much as the hotpot one. The price was reasonable for both. And I like the dining environment. Now new App member will get a free soya milk pudding. That's so good. That's a must try item. read more

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It's such a cute spot if you want a hot pot place in a pinch. They do those individual hot pot servings. You don't get overwhelmed with all the food. They have great popcorn chicken too. I didn't get to try their other food but I'm sure it's all delicious. I just wish they'd be more attentive to their bathrooms. Found surprises in a few of them. I'm sure this was just an oversight but it wills be helpful if they were more vigilant about keeping the stalls as clean as possible. read more

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I've always loved Taiwanese food so I had to come here. I came with a friend on a weekday because they are offering lunch specials for $15.99 with a choice of drink. You would need to scan the QR code to place the food orders. We both ordered Taiwanese salt and pepper popcorn chicken with rice. The portion was pretty decent. The popcorn chicken was good, it satisfied my cravings. They also came out with a rewards program, if you download the app you can get a free coconut pudding as first time users. Will definitely return for their specials. read more

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Disappointing experience. After waiting for a while in the queue we were seated at a small table between two tables of diners having screaming conversations with decibels that were louder than jackhammers. The food was underwhelming and undercooked. The Beef with Rice on Sizzling Hot Plate was stirred at our table by our server. The raw egg on top was not cooked despite our server stirring and mixing the food. Perhaps the redeeming part of the meal was the Mango Slush. I've been to other locations of Mabu Generation in downtown Toronto and Mississauga and had better experiences. Next time I know to only go to Mabu Generation for drinks or dessert. read more

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Awesome looking dessert Mango Honey Cube Toast. Crunchy toast and fully loaded with mango. Very filling though. So, leave room for this when you decide making the order. Great place for hanging out with friends. Recommended. read more

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Came to Mabu Generation after hearing that the Flaming Kitchen in the same plaza closed down. Mabu is your typical Chinese cafe/diner that serves everything from quick snacks, bubble tea, entrees, and dessert. The place itself is decorated like a Chinese street food place, which definitely adds to the atmosphere. You place your order on your phone, so service is mostly them delivering your food, but servers are overall nice. One thing I will always do is order a Sizzling Plate if it's available. I ordered the Black Pepper/Teriyaki Beef with Cheese and Garlic. Honestly wasn't as good as Flaming Kitchen (which closed down sadly in the plaza), as the sauce was a tad watery. There was also a bit too much sauce so there was a visible pool on the bottom. It prevented the rice from getting crispy, which is the best part sadly. I also wish they added more cheese. However, it was still yummy nonetheless. I also ordered the Mango Smoothie with Mango Chunks and it was delicious! Definitely a popular item. We stayed here for nearly 3 hours and they didn't kick us out which we were grateful for! This is a great place for catching up with friends and getting a quick bite. Will have to find my perfect sizzling plate elsewhere though! read more

Mabu Generation - Black Pepper/Teriyaki Beef with Cheese and Garlic on Rice - Taiwanese Near Me - Markham, Ontario

First visit to Mabu Generation since the pandemic, and the cozy, old-school vibe was a welcome surprise. Tried Chilled Mango Sago, Brick Toast with Condensed Milk and Ovaltine, and HK Lemon Tea with Bear Ice. The crispy toast filled with condensed milk was amazing, and the bear-shaped ice kept my tea perfectly chilled with dense presence of lemon black tea, though I spent half the time wondering why I couldn't stop breaking the bear with my spoon... Will definitely return to try more of their menu! read more

Mabu Generation - Mango Sago - Taiwanese Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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I celebrated my birthday here on a weekday with my family. We tried their: - Taiwanese Style Popcorn Chicken $10.99 - Taiwanese Style Grilled Angus Beef Steak Egg Pancake $13.99 - Japanese Style Suiyaki Hot Pot w/ Udon $21.99 - Grilled Assorted Cutlet (Pork Chop, Chicken Cutlet, AAA Striploin Steak, Sausage) $24.99 - Matcha Honey Cube Toast w/ Matcha Ice Cream & Red Bean $21.99 - Strawberry Milk Snow Shake $7.99 - Pineapple Freeze $6.99 As a huge matcha fan, the matcha toast tower was my favourite item and I would highly recommend it to other matcha fans. Apart from that, I also liked how big the portion sizes were here. We struggled as a group of 3 people to finish any of the items. The grilled hot plates, hot pot, and dessert could each be split amongst 2-3 people, making it a lot more cost effective than going to an all you can eat bbq or hot pot spot. Service was also very fast as well. Overall, I would recommend visiting with a group of people. I took one star off as they have very limited options for vegetarians, as almost all of the dishes are very meat heavy. read more

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Has a good variety of food including desserts. A nice fast casual place with quick service. You can order via a QR code on the table. Hot pot is a good amount of food. read more

Mabu Generation - Sukiyaki hot pot - Taiwanese Near Me - Markham, Ontario

I was not in the mood to cook, so I decided to surprise mr. Tran and I something different. I got the popcorn chicken with rice and the Taiwanese sausage and minced pork with rice. I also got the tofu with garlic sauce. Portion wise, was very generous. The popcorn chicken was your standard fare of bubble tea popcorn chicken with a side of spicy mayo. The Taiwanese sausage was good, but the minced pork was the main star. The tofu with garlic sauce was decent, but I think it would have been amazing if I ate it fresh, as I had ordered for take out. Nonetheless, I would order again when I don't feel like cooking. read more

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I recommend this place for the food and atmosphere especially if you go with friends. I went with my friend and we ordered the popcorn chicken for appetizer. It's crispy and hot when served, just we were expecting for. We both loved it! The stinky Tofu hotpot is plenty for 2 person. I was skeptical at first but it turns out to be a good adventurous choice. Lots of different ingredients. It's not that stinky if you don't eat the tofu itself. Overall experience was pretty good. When the fuel for hotpot ran out, the server spotted it and replaced it immediately. We got the bill and split it like around $25 per person. read more

Mabu Generation - Taiwanese Fried Popcorn Chicken - Taiwanese Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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Category: Taiwanese Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 3/5 Value: 4/5 What a great little restaurant this is. It serves mostly Taiwanese/Japanese pub-style food. There is a strong emphasis on sizzling plates, hot pots, noddle and rice bowls. There are also some specialty drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) as well as Taiwanese deserts. The food is comfort Taiwanese greasy spoon (or perhaps chopsticks?). The kind of food that goes well with a cold beer. The service is super prompt. You order the dish online, and it magically appears at your table within a few minutes. The ambiance is hip, think of a gastro pub in downtown Taipei. The value is also very good. Most rice dishes and sizzling plates are $16-$18 while hot pots are $25. read more

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I came here after an event to celebrate a friend's birthday. Mabu bills itself as authentic Taiwanese cuisine and I was curious to try. I ordered the minced pork with sausage on rice bowl. It's a decent portion size. The sausage was nice, with a little bit of a sweet taste to it. The minced pork was prepared differently from others that I have tried. Most places seem to use ground pork, whereas here it looks like they chopped the pork meat very finely so the texture was different. Service is very fast, and the food did not take long to arrive. read more

Mabu Generation - Taiwanese Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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Mabu Generation is a good spot for Taiwanese cafe style food; they even have kids menu options that include a toy, similar to a restaurant version of a happy meal. You place your order through a QR code menu, and the service is pretty quick and easy after that. They were good about asking if we needed more water as we sat and chatted after the meal. The interior is decorated nicely with neon light signs and other decor that fits with the overall vibe. It's definitely a good late night spot! read more

Got the miso non spicy hot pot and stir fried cast iron beef with rice. 10/10 everything. Would go back here every time I comeback to Canada. A nice all around restaurant. read more

First Markham Place | LLBO | Late Night Great place for some late night snacking or even dinner. They have a good variety of hearty Taiwanese food, small hotpot, snacks, rice, Bento, dessert and cocktails. Interior design is lovely, good vibes. It can get a bit loud. Desserts aren't their forté but decent if you have some cravings. Their small hotpot is very filling for 1-2 People. Good flavours and lots of ingredients. They don't have an extensive full bar selection but enough to satisfy. They also have a lot of delivery options for those who don't want to make the drive down. read more

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I like. Taiwanese food but this did not impress me at all, it's like a self service you order online and they bring it to you that's convenient, I ordered their signature beef noodle soup, it was pretty disappointing, it had a unique taste with schezuan peppercorn I assume because my mouth went numb, the beef was flavourless, not enough noodle the pickle was okay, the broth I wish it was more spicy, the ambiance it was clean water was warm I wish it was cold, I think because I've been to so many places my palate is elevated, but this place didn't hit the mark read more

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Popped by for lunch today and there seems to be something different about menu and atmosphere of Mabu Generation. The menu has a lot more HK diner items on it and the whole time we were there the music was all Canto Pop of the 80's and 90's. I'm not a regular but I don't remember this from previous visits. No pictures this time but some of the items ordered was the satay beef and egg pineapple bun sandwich, baked chicken rice and cha siu rice. The verdict....it wasn't that busy when we went and all the food was lukewarm and lacked flavour. read more

Better than my first visit to this place but still doesn't get a 4 star rating from me. The hotpot is better than tasty pot's hotpot (at leslie and hwy 7) I'll say that. The soup was tastier (ironically) and it had more meat than its counterpart. The service is very hit or miss still and every server looks young. Like some of them are university students if I had to guess. Anyways, post-covid they are using some kind of order online system now. So not only do you scan the QR code on the table but you also have send in your order from your phone? Kinda like those ipads you would use at ayce sushi places. The physical bill still arrives after the meal. The best part of this particular meal was actually the bbq chicken cutlet. It was nice and crunchy, HUGE size and the bbq sauce added a nice tang. The batter was also seasoned really well. Was very pleasantly surprised about the cutlet and would definitely order it again on a future visit. read more

Mabu Generation - bbq chicken cutlet - Taiwanese Near Me - Markham, Ontario

My family want to try a restaurant nearby but was closed on a Tuesday :( We went across to FMP to try this restaurant. The menu had different kind of selection. Not sure if it's me or inflation, things are quite pricy. The short ribs Don came in a small bowl and the meat was chewy. I should of order the hotpot and an app. The happy meal looks quite good and my little monster was happy! The place looks like a bar with dark lighting and tv is on with sports! My wife signed up for their points system and got a free dessert. read more

Mabu Generation - Happy meal for kids - Taiwanese Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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Had a craving for beef noodle soup! My girlfriends and I came to have a catch up session over some good food! Nice atmosphere, but only good for small parties. I would not go with more than four people or with kids. Their drink selection is quite limited, so not the right place if you wanted to go for dinner and bubble tea. I would give this three and a half stars, but rounded up! read more

Mabu Generation - Braised beef noodle soup. Very tasty! Wasn't able to reduce the spiciness, and it was a little too spicy. - Taiwanese Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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Came on a Friday night, and it can get quite busy. Ordered a Lu Rou Fan with Sausage (Braised Meat on Rice), Popcorn Chicken, Garlic sauce Fried Tofu, and Beef Rolls. The Braised Meat rice was really tasty, pretty decent sized bowl and a good amount of meat. The Popcorn Chicken isn't quite seasoned the way I would expect at a Taiwanese place (not enough five spice flavour?) but it comes with a tasty sauce too. The garlic sauce on the Fried Tofu is really flavourful. The Beef Roll was only eh. Lot of different dishes here, and a lot of giant dessert options. read more

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Went with a few friends for dinner. Decor and vibe of the place was definitely cool. However the lighting can be a bit dark and a bit noisy for some people but I thought it was fine. They temperature check you on entry and everything is ordered through their website (but you pay in person after the meal as you would regularly do). It was a little confusing though (fear of picking the wrong table number on the app) and we almost got someone else's order by accident. The service was alright but even though they gave us bowls/utensils, they didn't give us napkins the first time which was a bit inconvenient. Plenty of water though and food came relatively quickly. For my meal, I got the Japanese creamy curry udon with shrimp tempura (13.99) and their Oreo milk tea (4.99). I thought both the curry udon and tempura were really good and I would definitely recommend. If I came back I would definitely get this dish again. I got tapioca with my drink as well. However I did think the drink was pretty average and nothing super phenomenal. I've had better bbt, esp ones with Oreo mix and the tapioca was a bit flavorless I felt. Overall I'd come back just for the dish but I felt the experience as a whole only deserved 4/5 stars. read more

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We tried the hot pot and it was big serving - and very very good!! Service was kind and helpful.

Years later, still my favourite individual hotpot for date nights where you aren't in the mood to share. Not an appetizer type, so I can't comment on appetizer portions. However, I can comment on portions for the individual hotpot - it's filling for one person, not two. Instantly seated on a Saturday night. Order process is completed via phone. Order is sent to printer and the waitress punches in the order to the kitchen. T: Milk and cheese based seafood hotspot with instant noodles. B: tomato veggie hotpot with vermicelli (swapped for instant noodles) and quail eggs (10). Chili oil was flavourful. If you eat fast, hotpot should be hot till the last bite. If you're a slow eater, you can ask for a second cube, which is lit under your hotpot. read more

Mabu Generation - T: Milk and cheese based seafood hotspot with instant noodles. B: tomato veggie hotpot with vermicelli and quail eggs. - Taiwanese Near Me - Markham, Ontario

Tried this place via the Doordash app. So I can't comment on their service or ambiance. From the app, it seemd like it took them awhile to make the food. I ordered the Taiwanese style popcorn chicken on rice. It came with a tea infused hard boiled egg, 1 broccoli, popcorn chicken and rice. The broccoli was bland, the tea infused egg was good, and the popcorn chicken had mild seasoning. However, the whole dish lacked sauce. Even supplying mayo would have been nice. The rice was plain old rice that got really oily (I suspect from the fried chicken). No fault of theirs but the chicken was soggy as our driver took a long time to deliver the food while doing multiple orders at once. However, I wonder if the chicken would remain crispier if it was separated in a vented container from the rest of the dish. Overall, 3/5 - I would not order this again. I've had better popcorn chicken at other places read more

Mabu Generation - Taiwanese style popcorn chicken on rice - Taiwanese Near Me - Markham, Ontario

We used to frequent Mabu station when they were more known for just some snacks and desserts along with BBT like drinks. Now they've expanded more into the HK cafe like style. We gone to this first Markham location and ordered up a bunch of stuff. You basically scan the QR code and order from your phone. B03-Deep Fried Durian Ball-$11 (5pcs) - There's a hint of durian flavouring in there, but not really worth the price to try. It has a mochi like texture. B02-Rice Noodle Rolls with sauce- This is standard really. L07- Taiwanese Sausage- Sliced up sausages with raw garlic. It has a nice taste to it, but I can't see it being really worth it for the price point. D03- Eel & Scrambled Egg with Rice- This was part of a lunch set if you come between the hours of 11am-5pm. The portion of this one was quite generous and worth to get as it comes with a drink choice as well. N03- Salmon & Salmon Roe with bbq sauce- This one was the most expensive item on the menu and was probably half or smaller size than the D03 meal and didn't come with a drink. If I knew I'd pay much more for smaller portion, I would've just got something else. Service here is really simple as they just bring out the item that you ordered and they have water already there for you to pour yourself. There's a good variety of items for HK style like food, but quality is okay as well. read more

A few years ago... Cant stop going to this place and ordering practically the same items : The seafood milk and cheese hot pot (yes , it is that good but I I wish they would offer a meat version too) and the popcorn chicken :) At first , I thought this was the second location for Mabu station in the GTA but realised the name is slightly different. Even though it isn't the same name, they are indeed related as sister restaurants. As you enter inside, you feel very attracted by the beautiful decor and the trendy vibe it projects. No wonder this is a crowd favorite as it is such a cool place to hang out with your friends.. This restaurant is always packed . there is a 90 mins limit imposed from Friday to Sunday? Every time I go there, I have to wait for a table. The last time I ended waiting for 30 mins. Service has gotten ok to bad to better again. I remember one time where I tried to communicate to the waitress in Cantonese and twice, she replied back to me Mandarin so I ended up switching to English because we couldn't understand each other. I am also very glad they hired some Cantonese speaking staff because at one point, I thought the establishment was just Mandarin speaking. . read more

Came around 11pm and the dining area was already closed. They have this new system where you have to scan a code and order online. It was a little confusing at first, and as I walked up to the front counter to pay, the worker said he didn't receive my online order and I just ordered again at the front... So this online ordering system has its flaws because the same thing happened twice with my other friends. I ordered the Pork Belly on Rice. The flavours were good, and I enjoyed the pork floss as a topping. It really added to the dish. Overall, I would come here again and buy take out, but I think the new online ordering system needs some changes. I did appreciate the pictures that were included on the new system though. That was a plus. read more

Mabu Generation - Pork belly on rice - Taiwanese Near Me - Markham, Ontario

Mabu has lunch specials that I'd say are expensive for the food you get. For $20 you get your choice of dish, some sides, a milk pudding dessert, and a small bubble tea. When you factor in the bubble tea the price isn't bad, but I would also rather go somewhere else for a $20 lunch. I tried the popcorn chicken and the minced pork dishes, both were exactly as I expected. Nothing spectacular, I think this serves more as a comforting meal. I also went on a Monday around 2pm, it wasn't busy at all but the service wasn't good. read more

This place is very busy late at night. They open until 1230am. I ordered mala spicy noodles with pork. I got to admit that the broth was good. I would try other items at this place if I had unlimited space in my stomach. The Taiwanese popcorn chicken was lightly seasoned with a nice crunch and it came with a dipping sauce. The interior reminded me of a bar like setting, most tables were filled and many enjoying hot pot. read more

Very interesting fusion type food. Food is ok. 4 Star Fancy environment, comfortable enough.... 4 Star Their specialty cocktails is very interesting, but just a bit too sweet for my taste. Price is reasonable IF you post cash. There is a 10% discount when pay in cash. Value 3.5 star Bonus. Open late, closes at 1am. For the night owls, this is a good place to go read more

Mabu Generation - Cocktail at mabu - Taiwanese Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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Food was okay, service was okay, ambiance was kinda cool with all the retro decor. We had a hot pot - lots of food, and taste was not bad, but also nothing to write home about. I'd give it a C+ for the overall experience. Too many food choices in TO to come back to this place. read more

Delicious beef sukiyaki with udon and popcorn chicken! Great portion size for value! I loved how it comes w everything from napa cabbage, mushrooms, beef rolls, fish balls, clams, imitation crab and so much more! Absolutely loved this for a cold day!! Thanks for the take out :) will be coming back for more! read more

Sometimes too much selection is not always the best way to go. But then again, here we are. Went with a friend, cause they were craving pork belly on rice. Got that and the mini hot pot (which is enough for two people). We saw people at the table next to us order one for each person. Not bad overall, but it reminds me of Petite Potato where the selection is endless... and no matter what you order, doesn't quite hit the "satisfaction" spot. At least for me. lol Vibe is more of a izakaya feeling... but lots of family in attendance, at least when I went. Not a bad experience, but maybe I'm not ordering the right stuff. So I guess I will need to try it again. read more

Mabu Generation - Yes, this is one mini hot pot! - Taiwanese Near Me - Markham, Ontario

Mabu has a lot of items for you to peruse. The service is passable; it's not offensive nor does it exceed expectations. It's just moderate. In terms of the food; the quality seems consistent. I would recommend the mini hot pot which can be a bit filling albeit it's loaded with a lot of veggies (which I don't mind). The add on items can really rack up so at that point I would say go to an actual hot pot place. With some items the cheese can be a bit scarce so just a warning. It's a good place if you want decent food but don't know what to eat. read more

Mabu Generation - Taiwanese Near Me - Markham, Ontario