“This is premium dimsum at its best in the GTA. I believe this is the best cha-siu bbq pork I've had in my life. All the portions are generously sized in comparison to the price. It's not the cheapest dimsum place, but it's very delicious to eat here“
“We searched around a little bit in the downtown Toronto Chinatown for dim sum places last night to no avail, and then my wife’s coworkers and friends sent some places further out in the Scarborough and Markham suburbs to check out today.After eating a bit at Ding Tai Fung in Scarborough, not realizing until we were already seated that it wasn’t what most would consider traditional dim sum, we made our way to Markham to try out New Century Restaurant.It did not disappoint. This was a whole other level of dim sum than what we were used to in New York. Even compared to the places in Flushing and Brooklyn, this was markedly better.We tried many of the staples — har gow, beef wrap, shu mai, chicken feet, some sort of tofu skin wrapped thing LOL, and buns with salted yolk egg cream inside — and they were all awesome.I particularly loved my staple trio of har gow, beef wrap, and shui mai. All were massive and much more substantial than anything we’d get in any New York dim sum place. The har gow and shui mai were absolutely LOADED with shrimp. The har gow came with a fifth smaller one with roe on top and folded in a slightly different way for presentational purposes. The beef wrap actually had greens wrapped in with the beef for a nice change in texture and flavor.Overall just a wonderful dim sum here in the Toronto area. Definitely recommended if you ever come by this way!!“
“Had dinner at providential 9, it offers a delightful fusion of flavors that leave a lasting impression. The ambiance exudes a cozy yet sophisticated vibe, perfect for intimate dinners or lively gatherings. From the moment you step in, the attentive staff ensure a seamless dining experience. The menu showcases a diverse range of dishes, blending traditional favorites with innovative twists. Standout dishes include the aromatic truffle risotto and the succulent grilled sea bass. Each dish is masterfully crafted, highlighting the freshest ingredients and bold flavors. Pair your meal with a selection from their impressive wine list for a truly unforgettable dining experience. With its impeccable service, inviting atmosphere, and exceptional cuisine, Providential 9 sets the standard for upscale dining in the city. Will visit here again.“
“We came here for a special occasion and ordered the special combo of the week which cost $188 and opted to upgrade to lettuce wraps for an additional $15. The Pumpkin Soup came with seafood, which sounds like it wouldn’t work, but it did. We were huge fans! The Peking Duck was fantastic. Pro tip: the wraps for the Peking Duck dry out relatively quickly so be sure to eat that when it comes out. The lettuce wraps were a close second. The minced meat was really tasty without being overly salty. We really enjoyed the vegetables that they added into the meat as it gave each bite an extra crunch. They used pork neck to make their sweet and sour pork which was a bit interesting. The meat was slightly tougher and the breading was cooked in a way that made it extra crunchy. The eel was as expected. Delicious. But watch out for the tiny bones. The Abalone was really fresh and cooked perfectly and packed a lot of flavor. We got an assortment of desserts that included Mango Pudding, Cookies and Red Bean Soup. It was the perfect way to end the night. All in all our experience was superb and was enhanced by the excellent service we received.“
“Best of the best. Ordered from them on Ubereats and have fallen in love with this place since I actually visited in person. High food quality, reasonable prices, and just top notch cooking skills.I’ll literally recommend anything from their menu!“
“Kwan Specialty is part of the Kwan Dim Sum Chinese Restaurants family. There’s 2 or 3 restaurant locations left in the GTA. The one in Scarborough Towne Centre closed down during the pandemic. The difference with Kwan Specialty, it’s not a restaurant. It’s a place to buy teas, frozen dim sum, pickup limited amount of cakes, pastries, cookies and imported snacks. There’s a Wedding Corner, if you want party favours. They even sell chilli oil and xo sauce for your dim sum.At the centre is a cozy sitting area where you can drink tea and eat pastries. BTW, they don’t heat your frozen dim sum on site, and there’s no washroom facilities to use.Spend $50, you can pay using your credit card. But if you pay cash, you get a $5 voucher on your next purchase. If you spend $100 either cash or credit card you get a free gift. It’s a cake cutter/server with 4 matching small forks.Surprisingly, they sell party trays enough to feed 4-5 people, but you need to preorder ahead of time.I like their assortment of frozen foods and dim sum. Each one is labelled with cooking instructions. They even have a vegetarian section.This is a great place for seniors to come and get their food supply for the week. Only issue is there’s no push or wave button automatic door openers for people with mobility issues. Update: There is a push button, but not working at my 2nd visit back.Luckily, they do delivery on specific days and locations for those seniors and anyone in general. There’s a pull up banner sign near the front door with further details or call them. You can order online.Shopping bags are extra.Employees are friendly and can speak in English fluently.It’s in a great location as it almost shares the same parking lot as Costco and a Chinese Restaurant.“