A continuous staple in Hamilton for Thai cuisine has closed its doors. We were last in Mimi's in…read moreJune and the food was still top notch, the staff were wonderful making for a great experience. We returned on Wednesday night to discover the business had closed several months ago and that they were replaced by a new Asian Gourmet called Vanhs. They passed on their original recipes, so hopefully the great Thai food tradition would live on in Hamilton. Every one of the meals we ate at Mimi's was superb. We really enjoyed it here and will miss the family. We're looking forward to dinner at the new Vanhs and will keep everyone posted. 11/25

Right now they still do TakeOut Only. The Staff is…read moreFriendly. The Space is compact. They just opened for the day and cleaning products were still on tables. They do have 'some' Vegan Dishes. They do have 'some' Gluten-free Dishes. For 1 Entree + 1 Appetizer the Cost was $30.54 All In. Not including a Tip Between 10-12% too high priced for this Neighborhood. They should offer Takeout Specials with 10% Off to increase Business and To Incentivize Customer Retention. The Food is definitely Tasty and made with Care. But I'm taking a Star off for being over priced.

Prices are pretty reasonable. Great for smaller parties who cannot finish an entire peking duck…read more2-ways at chinese restaurants. Here, they have the option of quarter duck, half duck or whole duck. All comes with a generous amount of wraps and garnishes. The spicy noodles were unnecessary but came with the combo. Duck wrap had minimal duck. You can add $2 to get the duck frame which is mainly bones from after they cut off all the meat. They fry it with their special spices making it great to pair with a beer.

If you want a quick and accessible peking duck experience, this spot is for you. Got the quarter…read moreroast duck combo and upgraded the noodles to popcorn duck. While not fine dining, this was tasty and filling especially for the price. Definitely recommend Xihe for a no frills peking duck experience that hits the spot.

Picked them up for lunch and this place did not disappoint with the exceptional service and…read moredelicious food! We ordered the wontons and potstickers for appetizers and the Mongolian combos which we got one with beef and the other with chicken. The combos came with eggrolls and drinks. Everything we had was so yummy and we were clamoring for seconds after we finished our meals. I'm positive that we had been visiting for a longer period of time in Canada we would've went back for a second go round because it was that good! Despite the size of the takeout, they really pack it down with not just noodles but protein as well and everything was served up piping hot and fresh. Highly recommend checking this spot out for a great bang for your buck!

We stopped in as we were already at the shopping center, but not sure where to eat since from out…read moreof town. We popped in and were surprised by the variety and quality of the meals. Schezuan beef and chicken korma -- 2 completely different meals but done really well. Top that off w garlic naan, and it was a home run. Service was quick and polite and the decorations were mostly Chinese with a pop of Indian.

Ordered À la carte for lunch coz we were a group of 11 with 5 kids…read more Ordered Hakka noodles , Chow mein , Dal makhani , chicken kadhai and Naans . Everything we ordered hit the spot. The food in the buffet also looked good, maybe we will try it next time. Overall the service and vibe was good!! Only one small complaint is that the portions could have been bigger .

A beautiful dining experience, great ambience and service, it wasn't just a meal, but a show! The…read morewhole dinner took about 2.5h from appetizers to dessert, this place is perfect for any kind of celebrations! Modern Indian cuisine, with lots of vegetarian options, and highly recommend their cocktails!!!

From the owner: We are Delighted to Introduce The Carnival Toronto, where you can savour authentic Indian cuisine…read more Nestled in the vibrant city of Toronto, Carnival is a new generation Indian restaurant offering a Casual / Fine dining experience in a relaxed cozy atmosphere. At Carnival Toronto, we take pride in sourcing sustainable produce and meat from local suppliers across the GTA. We cater to all dietary preferences, offering gluten-free, vegan, tofu, dairy-free, and nut-free dishes. Experience the rich flavours of Indian cuisine in Carnival Restaurant and Cocktail Bar. Complement your meal with a glass of wine, a refreshing pint of Indian beer, or a traditional Indian Mocktails and Cocktails!

Recently in the area helping my daughter move into Mac U and found this nearby restaurant for…read morelunch. After reading some reviews, I almost changed my mind from coming. We were quite impressed with the food here...it's actually very authentic northern style Chinese food. If you are not familiar with the food in this region, I can see why some people had negative comments. My advice to you if you are not familiar with some of their menu items, order the fried rice/noodles and fried dumplings and not items like chicken with ginger & scallion sauce. The latter dish is actually a popular Chinese chicken dish that is not commonly offered in Chinese westernized restaurants. I did see a photo of this dish on google soaking in oil which doesn't look too appealing so I would request for the ginger onion oil sauce on the side (maybe it's prepared in Northern style?). I will definitely try it on my next visit. We got the shrimp fried rice and beef brisket udon in beef bone soup. Both dishes were good and I was surprised that there were quite a few large shrimps in the rice. The soup base was a bit bland but the beef brisket was tender and flavourful. Highly recommend this dish if you are looking for comfort food. Make sure you ask for their chilli sauce which is great for the beef brisket! My favourite dish was #519 fried tofu...this was perfectly done and I requested the sauce to be on the side. The best way to eat fried tofu is to dip the hot crispy tofu with a bit of the sauce! The pan fried dumplings were only okay but they did serve it well with vinegar sauce! I will definitely be coming back on my visits to MAC U.

the food here is generally great but quality has been inconsistent the last few times I've been.read more

Now that there are many izakayas uptown inMarkham/Richmond Hill areas, we don't go to Kinka as…read moreoften as we used to so it was nice to dine here again as I had forgotten how good the food was here! Kinka is definitely one of the best izakaya in Toronto. Ryu in Richmond Hill is still my favorite izakaya but after ourdinner at Kinka, I think it's a tie for my favorite. What really impressed me with Kinka is they have a few new items like their hand rolls which were reasonably priced at$5to $9. The wagyu beef one was only $6 and it was delicious. I'm not sure if these prices were special for the day because it was on a separate menu and not on their main menu book. If you can make it there before 7pm, there's the happy hour menu(5pm-7pm)which has some good deals like the flightAburi sushi flight(3 pcs)was only $7(must order,so yummy). I think next time I will order 3 of these aburi sushi as my main and shrimp tempura(2pcs) was$8. Definitely a few good dishes on happy hour menu so it's worth it to come a bit early.

3.5 stars. Fun place, slightly loud but good energy. Service was ok…read more The food was good, some items were excellent, some just so so. Raw items were much better. Some dishes had just too much sauce and not as pleasant.

The food was solid! It was a bit too salty for my taste, but overall, it was really good. The staff…read morewas extremely nice and were able to suggest the best items on the menu. The restaurant also has a great vibe inside with modern music playing!

Before COVID-19 surfaced, I'd accompany my manager to conduct interviews with intern candidates at…read morea handful of Ontario universities. We recently reminisced about going to Bao Sandwich Bar for lunch between interviews at the University of Waterloo. I had mentioned to him that it had a second location in Mississauga, roughly a fifteen-minute drive from our workplace. He said that when we were both in the office, he'd only want to go there for lunch with me. It's nice that he trusts my judgment when it comes to eateries. I also believe that he likes my company. A couple of Wednesdays ago, he asked what I was doing for lunch. I normally hit Treats nearby. He wasn't feeling it. I said that we could go here and provided some details, including its online menu and such. I also asked him if he had any meetings. I'm that type of a planner, down to the departure time. He was game. I said that we should leave at 11:15 am. The place opens at 11:30 am. He had a meeting at 1 pm. I wanted a leisurely, unrushed lunch. Done! I drove us over there. With my lead foot, it was more like thirteen minutes, without hitting any highway. Like the Bao place in Waterloo, this one is also located on a lower level of a plaza, with a tall building at the top of this hill. I parked in front of the eatery. We walked in. We were the first customers. It looks like the place kept some of the seating from the previous business that occupied the place. The upholstery looked shabby. Otherwise, the rest of the eatery was spruced up. I got a combo consisting of these items: - Crackle belly bao - Korean garlic chicken bao - Purple flower lemonade - Dynasty duck poutine My manager got the following items: - Dynasty duck bao - Thai yum pork bao - House salad - Thai tea I took a star away because I wasn't expecting my order to be $40! It was okay for the large portion of dynastic duck poutine that I got. It was rather steep. You won't see me eating here every day. I split the poutine with my manager, so it was okay. I paid with a credit card. The transaction was smooth. It didn't take long for our food to be ready. The woman who had taken our orders was nice to bring the food to our table. I have always loved the crackle belly bao. It was equally as delicious here as it was in Waterloo. The pork belly was tasty and perfectly seasoned. The bao was nice and malleable. The veggies provided a nice contrast. I loved it. I tried the Korean garlic chicken bao. It was heavenly. The sauce was spicy and garlicky. The chicken had a crispy exterior and was juicy inside. It's nice having another decent bao to call my favourite. The purple flower lemonade was delicious. I normally don't like sweet lemonade. This version had a touch of sweetness that I enjoyed. This drink's colour was also pretty to look at. My manager enjoyed his food. He oddly doesn't like green vegetables, so I saw him pick out the cilantro and green onions. He felt that the sauces were mixed up. His Thai yum pork bao wasn't spicy. The dynasty duck that he has had in the past was oddly spicy. We had a baseline of the dynasty duck poutine that wasn't spicy to compare. Even with the sauce mix-up, he still enjoyed everything. His side salad had a bit of a spice kick, so he was happy. I loved eating here. It was a nice, casual lunch with yummy food. I wish that it were cheaper. However, the quality was excellent that I'm okay shelling out for it as someone who likely won't be dropping by weekly. (67)

Great food! Staff is so helpful and kind, I would definitely recommend the pho and the Thai fried…read morerice!

I caught a cold and wanted some pho. We had tried Street Asian Food once before about six years…read moreago. This time we ordered the Burmese beef curry, shrimp pho and veggie fried spring rolls. The Burmese beef curry was actually great, perfect portion and amount of beef for $15. I asked for it to be really spicy and it was, which was very nice. My husband chose this and really enjoyed it I ordered the pho and added shrimp for a total of $15. They gave me a quart of broth, which was very nice and flavorful...and five small shrimp. They included plenty of rice noodles. The toppings could've been more generous. I only got one sprig of mint and I could barely find the green onions or cilantro, literally. Plenty of bean sprouts, tho. The included hot sauce is delicious. The vegetable spring rolls were ok..I wish they had more veggie filling, they were pretty empty. At $6 for three, I don't think they're worth $2 each. All in all, it was a pretty good experience. We'll probably try more of the menu at some point.

Location/Service This place is at the back of Sky City…read moreShopping Centre (very close to Phin Cafe). Plenty of parking available. This place is more of a takeout kind of spot - but there are 1-2 small tables available for anyone waiting or wanting to dine in. The staff was very nice, talked to the owner and he explained the menu pretty well with recommendations. Food This spot does a lot of classic HK dishes - whether it's snacks or main that's perfect on the go. They recently have a collab with @siupaidon to bring more bold, nostalgic flavours. What I recommend: - Fish Fillet in Rose Sauce - Curry Fish Balls & Berkshire Pork Skin - Mala Spicy Chicken Rice They're all made on the spot and it really has a lot of strong and good flavour. Curry fish balls is my all time favourite, so I'm glad I have another new spot to get it whenever I'm craving it. This little hole-in-the-wall deserves more awareness, so hopefully they continue to bloom and grow!

I stopped by for lunch and ordered the Curry Chicken on rice--so flavorful with just the right kick…read moreof spice. After eating, I noticed their soup prep station with tons of options, so I grabbed the Apple and Conch soup to take home. It was light, not oily, aromatic and packed with flavor. I'll definitely be back to try more dishes, soups, and prep meals!