Experience authentic Chinese food in Thornhill and Markham, Ontario. Located in the greater Toronto area, this region is home to many immigrants. According to the 2006 census, over 50% of the population has Chinese ancestry. For the adventurous palate, try Chinese food prepared in the traditional manner. All regions of China are represented in the area, including Cantonese, Mandarin and Szechuan.
Grand Lake Cuisine and Banquet
Located in downtown Markham, Grand Lake Cuisine & Banquet has been serving authentic Chinese food since 1993. You can pre-order your dinner over the telephone using their online menu. The restaurant was renovated in 2008 and is elegantly decorated. Grand Lake also provides catering services for special events, with specialties such as whole roast suckling pig. A Dim Sum menu is affordable. Fully licensed for alcohol, dinner for two ranges from $30 to over $100. Peking duck, lobster and abalone dishes are specialties of the house.
Congee Wong
Congee Wong specializes in congee, a rice porridge made by cooking rice in a large quantity of water to form a thick soup or porridge. Congee is reasonably priced. Try congee made with seafood, meat or vegetables such as bamboo fungus, or go for the exotic blood jello congee. The restaurant is not licensed to serve alcohol. Congee Wong offers party trays and take-out service.
Cynthia's Chinese Restaurant
Dine in elegance at the Thornhill location of Cynthia's Chinese Restaurant. Owners Cynthia and Joe Lam trained in Hong Kong and provide authentic Chinese cuisine in a traditional environment. Cynthia's has an extensive wine list. Visit the cigar lounge after dinner. Cynthia's has received awards for excellence from the Toronto Sun newspaper and an Eat Smart award for providing healthy meals. Vegetarian and special dietary concerns are welcomed. Cantonese and North American-style Chinese food is the specialty. Banquet facilities are available.
The King's Kitchen
For a fast, inexpensive and healthy dinner, try The King's Kitchen in Markham. Chef King serves Cantonese, Szechuan and Thai food using fresh ingredients. Chef King studied in Hong Kong. The King's Kitchen provides take-out and delivery service only. Local residents consider this to be one of the best take out Chinese restaurants in the area.
Tags: Chinese food, authentic Chinese, Congee Wong, Grand Lake, King Kitchen
