YuanYuan Restaurant

Chinese Restaurant $ 4.3 (316)


YuanYuan Restaurant is celebrated for its authentic Northern Chinese cuisine, providing a taste of home for those familiar with Tianjin flavors. Many customers highlight the quality of the food as reminiscent of traditional dishes, paired with reasonable prices and generous portions, although service can occasionally be hit or miss.

Overall:

4.5

(264 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.5

Atmosphere:

4.1

Service:

3.8


Phone number: (416) 292-8456

Address: 8 Glen Watford Dr, Scarborough, ON M1S 2C1, Canada

Opening hours

Monday: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Thursday: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Friday: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available

Offerings

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Amenities

  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Good for Groups

Payment options

  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

**Some reviews are curated to assist in analyzing authenticity, atmosphere, and service. These reviews enhance user feedback and help us provide better insights. Your genuine reviews make all the difference—share your experience today to enhance our ratings!**

" We dined here on a rainy evening and found the comfort food we were craving. The hot and sour soup was absolutely delightful, bursting with flavors. The service was friendly but a bit slow due to the crowd. I would definitely come back for their dumplings, which were superbly fresh! " (*Curated Review*)

" Stopped by on my way home – a random pick! To my surprise, I discovered fantastic lamb soup, where the flavors were rich and comforting. The ambience is low-key, but who cares? The focus here is undoubtedly on the food. I cannot recommend their bao enough; undoubtedly, a highlight of my trip! " (*Curated Review*)

" A charming little restaurant that specializes in Northern Chinese food. While the decor is simple, the authentic flavors stand out. We went for lunch; I recommend the scallion pancakes and jianbing! They are simply delicious. The only downside was service seemed a bit slow. " (*Curated Review*)

" YuanYuan has been my go-to for Northern Chinese comfort food for years. Their fried dough wraps are top-notch and pair perfectly with the tofu soup. The prices are reasonable, which is refreshing. While the place isn’t fancy, the food is absolutely worthwhile. I recommend it to anyone looking for authentic bites near downtown! " (*Curated Review*)

" There’s something nostalgic about the dishes at YuanYuan. I brought my mother, and she could not stop raving about the authenticity. The heat of the fried cruller complemented the jianbing perfectly. Although we encountered some slight delays in service, the flavor of the dishes made us forget the wait. I highly recommend coming here! " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (254)

" As someone with a deep appreciation for Northern Chinese cuisine, I can confidently say YuanYuan captures the essence of Tianjin delicacies. The生煎包(soup dumplings) are a must-try; they are juicy and have the perfect balance of flavors. I appreciate the freshly made dishes, which is evident in the taste. My only complaint would be the occasional queue during peak hours, but I would wait any day for this authentic experience! " (*Curated Review*)

" YuanYuan truly feels like home when it comes to Northern Chinese dining. I relished their crispy pancakes and tofu soup; both were authentic and well-executed. It’s rare to find such genuine flavors so far from Tianjin, and the prices are market low for the quality provided. My only slight issue was the cleanliness of the dining area – it could use some improvement. Still, the food makes it all worthwhile. " (*Curated Review*)

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