Joyful Seafood Restaurant

Chinese Restaurant $$ 4.0 (886)


Joyful Seafood Restaurant is known for its lively atmosphere and mostly authentic Chinese dim sum and seafood dishes. While many customers praise the food quality and variety, opinions on service and portion sizes vary, indicating a need for improvements in these areas, especially during peak hours.

Overall:

4.4

(720 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.2

Atmosphere:

4.1

Service:

3.9


Phone number: (604) 436-2986

Address: 5665 Kingsway #150, Burnaby, BC V5H 2G4, Canada

Opening hours

Monday: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available
  • Reservable

Offerings

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Beer
  • Wine
  • Dessert

Amenities

  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Good for Children
  • Good for Groups

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

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" I visited Joyful Seafood Restaurant last weekend and was thoroughly impressed with the selection of dim sum on the menu. It was my first time trying this place, and I was pleasantly surprised by how authentic the flavors were. The steamed dumplings were soft and filled with fresh shrimp, and the egg tarts were flaky and just the right level of sweetness. However, we did have to wait a bit to get seated. Overall, I would recommend this restaurant if you're in the mood for some delicious dim sum! " (*Curated Review*)

" Joyful Seafood is officially my new favorite dim sum spot! The quality was superb, especially the dessert selections. For someone who loves sweet treats, their egg custard tarts were by far the best I've had in town. Also, the service was incredibly friendly, despite the busyness of the restaurant. The only downside was the wait time for a table, but it was well worth it. " (*Curated Review*)

" I can’t stress enough how impressed I was with my meal at Joyful Seafood! From the minute we were seated, the service was attentive without being overbearing. The dim sum selection was extensive; I tried everything from their adorable dumplings to the hearty fried rice dishes. The atmosphere was vibrant, filled with laughter and delicious aromas. Definitely my new go-to for dim sum in the area! " (*Curated Review*)

" Disappointed with my visit to Joyful Seafood. The wait was longer than expected, and upon seating, our server forgot our drink orders. The food, while tasty, was somewhat cold upon arrival, which didn't enhance the experience. The atmosphere was nice, busy but bearable. Maybe I caught them on a bad day. I think I’ll give it a second chance to see if it improves. " (*Curated Review*)

" While my most recent visit had its ups and downs, the overall experience was quite enjoyable. We tried a variety of dim sum dishes, and the flavors were on point—especially the steamed buns! However, we encountered issues with the service; my tea refill request took longer than expected. The noise level was high, which is typical for an authentic Chinese restaurant vibe, but it made conversation challenging. I would still come back despite these hiccups because the food quality was top-notch. " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (710)

" The experience at Joyful Seafood was quite satisfactory, but I can't say I was blown away. The food was decent, with good options, but I did find some dishes to be a bit typical and not as memorable. The service was adequate: efficient, but not very warm. The lively atmosphere contributed positively, though, making it a generally pleasant meal. I would consider visiting again, especially for a casual dinner. " (*Curated Review*)

" Came for dim sum at Joyful Seafood and found it to be quite standard. The dishes were familiar, but I was hoping for a more unique take on traditional items. The dumplings were fine, but nothing stood out to me. Service felt slightly rushed, and they reminded us about the time limit frequently. It's a decent spot, but I might choose to explore other options on my next trip. " (*Curated Review*)

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