Ho Won Chinese Food Restaurant

A hidden gem. No frill. Family run! Classic salt and pepper squid spot and even their salt and pepper tofu is delightful!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Good food good value will be back for more old school HK food

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Beef Brisket Noodle Soup and Milk Tea Breakfast Combo

I cannot express just how much I love this restaurant. Their salt and pepper squid is both a blessing and a curse because it is unlike any other, and anywhere else you go will be a disappointment. Big, tender chunks of squid in a golden crunchy batter that is never greasy, and perfectly salted. The sizzling black pepper beef is to die for, and the big juicy dumplings are done perfectly every time. I time trips to Calgary so that I never miss the Ho Won.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The place is nice and the staff are super nice, plus the food is great. :) Driving from Lethbridge to Calgary just for the breakfast 🤗

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Vermicelli Noodle Soup with Beef Brisket

The first resturant my family went to when we moved to Calgary. aAlmost 50 years ago. It just gets better and better. Staff is friendly and inviting. Food is good and fresh. Classic comfort food. Great value.

Dietary restrictions: Asked for less salt due to dietary restrictions. Tasted just as good as always.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salt and Pepper Fried Squid, Ginger Beef

Food are very good. Value is worthed. But if you are hungry, don't come here. We ordered 4 dishes, all are out after 2 hours of waiting.
Is it worth to wait? Not me definitely

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 2

Recommended dishes: Salt and Pepper Fried Squid

Came to Ho Won for their breakfast combos. Upon being seated, there was a beetle/bug climbing the walls. The interior is quite dim and out dated. Food was flavourful and okay. It was awfully quiet on the weekend. The tall flight of stairs might be challenging for some people to climb.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

Takeout via Uber Eats. Genuinely the worst Chinese takeout I have ever had, I don’t even know where to begin, think reheated food court leftovers only much worse. Got two bites in before throwing it all in the trash.

Food: 1

The best salt & pepper squid you will ever taste. The rest of the menu is solid. Food is always good here.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salt & Pepper Squid

More than I paid for, food was hot. Love this place.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

First time here but impressed with their food. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys Chinese food. The servers are very nice and helpful. Will come back for sure.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ho Won Chinese Food Restaurant in Calgary was a pleasant surprise - from the exceptional service to the absolutely delicious dishes, this place exceeded our expectations.

To start, the salt and pepper fried squid was an absolute standout. The squid was cooked to perfection, with a wonderfully crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior. The seasoning was spot on, with just the right balance of saltiness and peppery heat. We couldn't get enough of this dish and quickly polished it off.

Moving on to the mains, the roasted duck was succulent and packed with flavor, while the stir-fried mixed vegetables had that elusive "wok hei" (breath of the wok) that we crave in well-executed Chinese cuisine. The portion sizes were also very generous, making this a great value.

But perhaps the most impressive aspect of our experience at Ho Won was the service. The staff was attentive, friendly, and went out of their way to ensure we had a great dining experience. They were knowledgeable about the menu and made helpful recommendations.

Overall, Ho Won Chinese Food Restaurant is a real gem. The food is absolutely delicious, with standout dishes like the salt and pepper fried squid. The portions are large and the prices are reasonable, making it an excellent value. Combine that with the outstanding service, and you've got a Chinese restaurant that is well worth seeking out in Calgary.

Whether you're craving authentic Cantonese flavors or just a satisfying, well-prepared Chinese meal, Ho Won should be at the top of your list. We'll definitely be returning the next time we're in the area.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salt and Pepper Fried Squid

Our go to place whenever I'm back in town, have been going here since the late eighties for their salt and pepper squid made better than anyone we've ever had. And of course Ginger beef.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salt and Pepper Fried Squid

Best Chinese Restaurant ? Very Reasonable Food Price and the service is excellent ? ?

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amazing hidden gem for anyone looking for hearty Chinese food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salt and Pepper Fried Squid