50 Best Chinese Restaurants in Burnaby

“The peppery pork belly and chicken soup is rich, rich in ingredients and has a high Cp value. The salty crispy chicken is juicy and fragrant. The waiter Yvonne sincerely recommends it. The service is super great!!!

Dietary restrictions: Salty Crispy Chicken“

“Really excellent shop. They very clearly take pride in the food they serve and it shows. The house made noodles are fantastic, and the owner showed us how the filled dumplings were best enjoyed. Great food and an owner that really cares about the quality of her food. We will 100% be coming back when we are in Burnaby next.“

“Haven’t been here in a while. Feels like this place has been around since the pandemic.

Clean, bright, and you can pick your own ingredients. The selection is smaller than Big Way, but still decent.

The mala dry pot came to about $57 — enough for roughly a meal and a half, though still a bit pricey. Probably over $30 per person for a full meal.

Ice cream is comparable to Big Way, though not as good as Dollar Shop. Members get 30% off on Tuesdays, and weekday afternoons come with a complimentary drink.

Overall, the food is pretty average by Vancouver standards, but there’s usually no wait and the environment is nice.“

“First time hot potting. The waiter was so helpful and the food was delicious!!! We will definitely be back again!“

“Rich, creamy broth with a gentle heat that perfectly complemented the tender fish and earthy mushrooms. The fresh vegetables and green peppercorn added a vibrant kick, and the red rice made it hearty and satisfying. A comforting, flavorful dish. I came with my big family and got great atmosphere too. If you are going to bring kids, it is good to order tomatoes sauce fish with yummy crispy pork.“

“Alvin Garden is a great spot for Hunan cuisine in Vancouver. The food is flavorful and satisfying, with the authentic taste you hope for in Hunan dishes. The prices are reasonable, too. I’d happily come back and try more of the menu!“

“A new Chinese restaurant in Burnaby and located in Brentwood mall. Because it’s a new restaurant, the dining area is bright (lots of windows) and clean and the tables aren’t overly crowded.

We went for dim sum. The food is very good. Not overly seasoned, nice fresh flavours. Presentation is very nice. The duck shaped mango pudding is unique. The portions are a bit on the average size compared to other dim sum restaurants. You order ala carte and they bring out the dishes to you, on this day the kitchen seemed a bit slow even though it wasn’t that busy in the restaurant (Friday morning at 11). Prices are on the high side but is expected for a higher end Chinese restaurant like this.“

“I visit weekly or biweekly, by now probably have tried most of their menu items. If you love Chinese with a northern flavour, highly recommend this place! The service here is also top notch.

We eat dinner early so we always get seats. There are free parking at the back but we tend to find a nearby street parking.“

“Is life even worth living? I drove three hours from Seattle only to be met by closed doors. Disappointedly, I had to settle for the Hainanese chicken spot 2 feet away.

This was the first time I’ve cheated on my favorite noodle shop and I will regret it every day for the rest of my life.

Peace and love,

- T“

“We’ve been coming here for at least 16 years. I wish I took more photos of this last visit, but we just scarfed all of our delicious food down. Make sure to get the shrimp balls 🦐⚽🏀🥎 Everything is always fresh and the service has always been great from everyone, but especially Victor. He’s the very best! There’s $20 AYCE now, so no excuse not to try Happy Lamb at least once…you’ll definitely be back! The impressive drink vending machine alone is worth a visit 😃“

“Good, cozy, and clean would come back.

Ordered gamjatang hotpot. Very generous amount of meat, veggies and ricecake.

Love the side dishes and staff are nice to ask if we wanted refills on them. Overall, really good meal and good value.“

“Lovely couple run the restaurant, the decor is plain but who cares when the food is so delicious. I felt the price was reasonable for the fantastic quality and others that joined our dinner said it was the best they’ve had. I will definitely be back and this place will be my “go to” for delicious Asian food.“

“This restaurant is located near Crystal Mall, making it a convenient option if you're in the area. We ordered the combo set for two people, and the portion was actually generous enough for three people.

The food was tasty, and the restaurant has a nice local vibe that makes the experience feel authentic and casual.

Overall, a solid place for a meal. Worth a try if you're nearby.“

“We had such a wonderful experience! The food was absolutely delicious, and the ice cream was amazing too! Everything was great, but what really made our visit special was the outstanding service from Ethan.

He was incredibly attentive, thoughtful, and amazing with my two very energetic little kids! 😂 They couldn’t sit still for long, but Ethan noticed right away and kindly brought them some toys to keep them entertained. It made such a big difference and allowed us to enjoy our meal much more comfortably.

It’s the little things like this that make a restaurant stand out. Ethan went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience, and we truly appreciated his kindness and attentiveness.

Thank you, Ethan, for making our family visit so enjoyable! We’ll definitely be back. Highly recommend this place for the delicious food, amazing ice cream, and excellent service!!!“

“This place is fantastic, all of the staff are SO friendly, welcoming and helpful. Food was delicious also!“

“今天試過了。好食。 無味精。會再番黎“

“食物質素性價比高，一分錢一分貨“

“May is a wonderfully bubbly personality. Don't be surprised if she remembers you; even if months have passed. She calls her regulars her boyfriends or girlfriends. And yes, the food is consistently delicious. Rice rolls and congee are simple ingredients that take a deft touch to produce greatness. Surprisingly, rice isn't light. I'm surprised to find myself stuffed and more than satisfied as I roll myself away.“

“Everything is tasty and especially red bean cake dessert. It’s full of red bean.

We prefer a bit more taste in hot and sour soup so add a bit more chilli paste.

Sweet spareribs are the best of all!“

“Amazing flavor, but watch your fingers!

I stopped by for a bowl of their signature clay pot noodles, and it was a bit of an adventure. First off, be prepared for the heat—the soup stays boiling hot in the clay pot for the entire meal. In the US, someone would probably be suing them over the temperature lol, but it definitely keeps the flavors intense!

The soup base was absolutely incredible—rich, savory, and deep. The beef brisket and tendon were the highlights; they were amazingly tender and melted in my mouth.

One thing to note, these are potato noodles (Tu Dou Fen). They are very thick and extremely chewy. Personally, I think I’d prefer a standard ramen-style noodle.

They have a unique deposit system here. You pay an extra $5 deposit for the clay bowl when you order. Once you’re finished, you return the bowl to the counter and they give you your $5 back in cash.“

“Been going here for decades, usually take out. Hadn't been here in a while. Had a dine in experience that reminded me how great the food here really is.

Yeah it's not inexpensive, but the value is definitely there. Dine in portions seem more generous than take out, so that's a bonus. Plus, freshly prepared makes a huge difference. I forgot that.

I can give you a long list of terrible Chinese restaurants, but only a short list of places I would send a friend. I highly recommend Burnaby Palace, it's definitely one of the good ones. Enjoy!“

“Authentic Chinese cuisine ran by very kind owners. Whether it is to dine in or takeout, you can never go wrong with this restaurant. The fried rice, honey garlic ribs, and sweet and sour pork are some of their dishes I enjoy most. The vibe inside the restaurant feels very Chinese as well. Though the restaurant is cramped and may be overwhelming sometimes, the food is cooked to near perfection and the restaurant is simply a happy place to be in.“

“We spent a splendid getaway in the Murray Hotel last weekend. Candy and Marianne took care of everybody in the bar with care and smile during the busy late afternoon. Their presence makes the drinks and snacks even better. Rocky and Sheldon’s offer great hospitality in the Tai Pan. We enjoyed our breakfast very much. We will come back soon!“

“Friendly accommodation and delicious, big portions food.“

“I’m one of those people who needs a little spice to feel alive. So when I saw this place, I figured why not. Best decision ever.

The heat level here is perfect — sweet and spicy in a way that actually makes sense. Not the kind of spicy where you’re just suffering. You know what I mean.

General Tso chicken? Crispy, saucy, and that sweet-spicy balance is on point. Dry fried green beans had just enough kick to keep things interesting without burning your face off. And everything tasted fresh — like actually fresh, not like it’s been sitting under a heat lamp. You can tell they care. Also got the BBQ pork fried rice and it was legit — fluffy, smoky.“

“The freshly made double egg and pork rice rolls were quite delicious. I like them plain but some soy, sesame and chilli sauce will add another dimension to the dish. I found the portion to be sufficient for lunch, especially with the extra egg. Not the best rice rolls I've had but it's pretty good.“

“One of my favourite place to eat. Food is delicious.“

“Delicious South East Asain dish. Feel that the quality of the dishes is better than the local Malaysian and Singapore Hawker center food. The Home make chillies enhence the favour of the dish greatly.“

“It's always a good idea to find a good Chinese restaurant. I found the Peking restaurant on Google when I moved to North Burnaby.
It's an old restaurant but looks are deceiving. The food is good and when I want a particular dish made the way I like it they accommodate my wish. It looks to me its family run. I would have given a 4 star for atmosphere but I've only had takeout. Plus the interior does need some updating but the staff are very friendly.“

“Excelente atención, buen ambiente y gran variedad de platillos“

“Went in for lunch takeout and ordered the Kung Paochicken. It was so fresh and really, really good, spicy but not too much
My client ordered Beef and Broccoli and he thoroughly enjoyed it. Back at the work space everyone that was lucky enough to get a taste was complimenting it.“

“If you’re at Crystal Mall and don’t know what to eat, try this place. The fish soup base is amazing, the fish is super fresh, and the price is great. definitely worth it.

They also have so many different options to choose from.“

“Tried the crepe with Latiao, Crisp and Veggie toppings with medium spicy heat, and it didn't disappoint. The end result came loaded which was my mistake as a first timer ordering too many toppings. I loved how customizable it was and compared to a lot of places, the kiosk makes it much easier for ordering than going through the stress for translation 🤭 the lady was really nice and worth the money for the size and very flavourful too. New go to place unlocked!“

“This is my favourite hotpot place to go to, I crave it almost every single week! My parents have been going here since my oldest sister was born and have been taking me since I was a kid, this place is truly amazing and will forever be my favourite comfort meal spot in vancouver. Staff are very kind and I have never had a bad interaction here. Highly recommend the kimchi hot pot which is my go to!“

“In my opinion, food is what makes this place our family keeps coming back to. Service can be spotty sometimes but other times they can be so good and accommodating.
We come here for dim sum and dinner, food has always been delicious.“

“My usual go to place a couple stalls down, Shanghai dim sum house, is closed on Wednesday, but this place is another great place open with same price and still excellent quality. Crispy exterior and full of soup, the pan fried pork buns are excellent. It does have a slightly different flavour than the other restaurant, which is neither good nor bad; I like both! Next time I will try to XLB as I only had appetite for one dish as a snack on the go today.“

“Great place for dinner or lunch. I had the beef noodle soup was great“

“Friendly service. Great value. Love the pork belly.“

“They offer three soup spice levels: mild, medium, and spicy. I think the medium is a good balance, enough for people who enjoy spice but don’t want a tongue-burning level. It's food court food so you can’t expect too much, but a little less msg would be nice 😊 There are definitely better places out there, but I’d come back for the convenience and fast service.“

“Food was large portions and are still at fair prices as of September 2026. Good weekday special (order >$50, get a free dim sum from their provided options). 10% discount as well, but not sure what exactly the conditions for that are. Normal to be charged for tea and takeout bags.

Service can be a bit off-putting if you don't speak Cantonese/Mandarin, but that's worth the value here.

Gets busy though inside, so come early and ideally weekdays.“

“Wow! The dry mixed beef noodles with pickled chili were incredible! We came at 7 pm just when many of the restaurants in the food court were closing up for the day. After being denied service at a dim sum counter, we hurriedly looked around and picked Chef Rong Noodle House at random. I’m so glad we picked them.

The lady was polite and took our order right away when she saw that we were ready, and laughed with us when I changed my mind on adding a topping at the last minute. The meals looked so tasty that we didn’t even bother to take photos because we wanted to dig in right away. My partner’s beef and rice with pickled chili was good, but it was clear that my dry mixed noodles were the star of the show.“

“Crystal Cafe food and service is very good, but the underground parkade in Crystal Mall is paid parking with poor ventilation that activated my carbon monoxide detector in the car. Since it’s poisonous gas I emailed the Burnaby Fire Department they responded to dial 911 when it happens again.“

“💎Hidden Gem for their Beef Brisket and Vegetable Chow Mein!!! It deserves a Michelin star ⭐ it’s so good! The beef brisket is so tender it melts in your mouth while the sauce is rich and beefy covering crispy noodles. Pure perfection. The other items like soya beef chow fun and shrimp and egg swirl chow fun were delicious too but like normal 4/5 above average but not outstanding delicious. Portions are generous and it’s affordable food. However you need to try the beef brisket and vegetable chow Mein here, it really stood out.“

“Located inside the Crystal Mall food court, this spot serves seriously flavorful noodles. The broth is rich and aromatic — spicy in a balanced way, not overpowering, and you can really taste the depth without too much MSG. The noodles are firm and perfectly cooked, giving that nice bite every time.

Pricing is very reasonable (as you’d expect in Crystal Mall), and the portion size is fair. The lady at the counter was super responsive and efficient — even with a long lineup, she made sure to acknowledge everyone waiting and kept things moving quickly.

The only downside is the card machine — likely due to the mall’s poor Wi-Fi. It took multiple tries for the payment to go through, which was a bit frustrating, but not really their fault.

Overall, great food, good service, and definitely worth a visit if you’re in Crystal Mall and craving authentic, spicy noodles.“

“Been ordering here over a decade, foods never changed it's always the same homey flavor. We don't eat here often but as a take out for some homey food it's very satisfying. Wonton soup is filling and deliciously light. We always get the corn cod and the Sichuan pepper chicken slices. They open late so it's always available to us late working people. Shop owners super friendly and remembers you by your order. (Tbf I did come here a long time). Also recently been getting their spring rolls, it's very crispy and easy to snack on would recommend.“

“One of my favourite burnaby places to visit. The food is delicious, the ambience low key but relaxing. The food is so authentic it brings me back to my China days. I always swing by every few weeks when I really have an appetite. My only feedback is to increase the rice portion a little but otherwise solid!“

“Bamboo Restaurant is known as the truth refectory at SFU.
Staff always take the full box when you choose the pickup box.
But the other choices shown on the menu are a bit “influenced” by other restaurants with unneeded delicacies.
Anyway if you study or work here you have to try it.“

“If wanna try something new, very good spot , fear price tasty food , I was there couple of time every time take different food , per one plate around 25$, for two people we take 3 different plates and we was fool to the top. Nice place simple design tasty china food .“

“Another solo weekend dim sum brunch, I was in the metro town area, that’s why I picked this one. Haven’t been here for a while, I remember they are not bad. I’m glad that they are still that way.

Food is pretty good similar to the level in Richmond and Hong Kong, may be a little bit below, but still pretty good.

Everything came out hot, Sui mai is pretty good, the BBQ pork rice rolls were good as well.

Service was ok, typical Chinese restaurant service level.

Decor is a bit dated. But overall presentable.“