Chinatown Dining Week starts today! Running from January 18-28, explore 24 different restaurants offering amazing $10 and $20 deals. Check out the menus here!

Chinatown Dining Week has also been in the media! Check out our coverage below:

• Chinatown Dining Week in Taproot Edmonton’s Food Roundup
• Chinatown Dining Week in the Edmonton Journal
• Chinatown Dining Week is More Important than Ever, Edify Edmonton
• Getting your fill of BBQ in Chinatown, CBC Radioactive
• Van Loc in Chinatown Dining Week, CBC Radioactive

We hope you all help us #eatyegchinatown!

Until the start of Chinatown Dining Week, we’ll be featuring each of the 24 businesses who are participating in this year’s event, running January 18 – 28, 2024. All businesses are offering special deals during this period for $10 and/or $20. Check out all of the menus here.

Next to be featured is Asian Express Hot Pot. We interviewed owner Ming Wang.

Why did you decide to open the restaurant?

A group of friends came together to open the restaurant after years of working in the food industry. The restaurant is named to represent the sauces and bases used for hot pot that is influenced by different Asian cuisines from countries such as China, Japan, Malaysia, and Korea. Thus, the name Asian Express Hot Pot. 

How long has the restaurant been open?

13 years.

What is the style of cuisine served at the restaurant?

We serve individual hotpots with your choice of bases and sauces. 

What makes your restaurant special?

We offer over 30 different sauces for variety, so there is something for everyone! 

Why do you think people should dine in Chinatown?

Edmonton’s Chinatown is a diverse community with a lot to offer! It is a one-stop shop for all your needs; you can shop, dine, and take in the beautiful scenery and culture at the same time. There is a lot to discover in Chinatown! 

Asian Express Hot Pot will be offering the following special during Chinatown Dining Week. It is valid for dine-in only:

• $20 Special: Special Combo (Soup Base + Noodles or Rice + Choice of 4 Items) + 2 Spring Rolls or 2 fried golden buns
  
  (780) 421-8300
  10013 106 Avenue
  Monday-Thursday 4-11pm, Friday 4pm-12am, Saturday-Sunday 11am-12am

Until the start of Chinatown Dining Week, we’ll be featuring each of the 24 businesses who are participating in this year’s event, running January 18 – 28, 2024. All businesses are offering special deals during this period for $10 and/or $20. Check out all of the menus here.

Next, we met with Akham Hasni of Macarons & Goodies.

Tell us a bit about your business.

Macarons and Goodies is a specialty French bakery. I opened the business after working as the first Executive Pastry Chef at Rogers Place.

How long has your business been open?

We have been open for six years. We also have a second location in St. Albert.

Macarons

What type of food is served at your business?

We serve French, Canadian and Mediterranean cuisine, but we specialize in high-end traditional French pastries, cakes, and cookies, including macarons. We make everything in-house.

What makes your business special?

We are the only bakery that specializes in French specialties, and we offer the largest menu and variety in the city. Our macarons are our best-selling product – we offer 32 different flavours, and some of the most popular are salted caramel, pistachio, and dulce de leche.

We also serve high tea, and offer macaron baking classes.

Pie

Why do you think people should shop in Chinatown?

Chinatown is full of specialty restaurants that you can’t find anywhere else in Edmonton. The businesses are the attraction.

Macarons and Goodies will be offering the following specials during Chinatown Dining Week. They are valid for dine-in or take-out:

• $20 Special: 10″ pie of your choice – Red Fruit (mixed berries), Strawberry Rhubarb, Pear Cinnamon, Flan Normand (apple and Almond)
• $10 Special: 5″ pie of your choice – Red Fruit (mixed berries), Strawberry Rhubarb, Pear Cinnamon, Flan Normand (apple and Almond) and 2 macarons
  
  Orders can be made via phone or in-person
  (587) 473-6400
  10548 101 Street
  Daily 10am-6pm

Until the start of Chinatown Dining Week, we’ll be featuring each of the 24 businesses who are participating in this year’s event, running January 18 – 28, 2024. All businesses are offering special deals during this period for $10 and/or $20. Check out all of the menus here.

Next to be profiled: we interviewed Linda Hoang, the daughter of the owners of King Noodle House Pho Hoang.

What’s the origin of the restaurant?

This is a family run restaurant, originating with our family in Vietnam. “King Noodle House” was added in the name for an easier Canadian takeaway. Plus Dad / Owner ‘Moustache Man’ likes to think of himself as a King, and also that our pho is the “King” of all phos (lol).

How long has the restaurant been open?

It’s been open for 28 years.

What is the style of cuisine served at the restaurant?

We specialize in Vietnamese noodle soup (pho) but offer some vermicelli dishes as well. But the specialty is our pho. With pho, it’s all about the broth, and our broth recipe stands out from most pho broths you’ll try.

Spring Rolls and Grilled Pork Balls Appetizer Tray and Pho

What makes your restaurant special?

King Noodle House is one of the oldest running Vietnamese restaurants in Edmonton! We are known for serving the best pho in town (and beyond—we have people who say they need to stop for our pho when they come in from out of town, and people who tell us pho they’ve tried in Vietnam doesn’t compare to ours!). We are so grateful for our customers and this recognition, and are proud of the pho we serve. Our pho broth recipe has been passed down 3 generations. Customers also like to be served by the “Moustache Man” (his grumpiness is charming for most).

Why do you think people should dine in Chinatown?

Chinatown is a great hub for delicious and affordable food. There are a lot of great restaurants where you can experience authentic, quality Southeast Asian cuisine. A majority of the restaurants in the neighbourhood are family owned and operated, which is always worth supporting. It’s so close to downtown and yet often can be overlooked by Edmontonians thinking of where or what they should eat. It’s truly a gem for local shops and tasty cuisine.

King Noodle House Pho Hoang will be offering the following specials during Chinatown Dining Week. They are valid for dine-in or take-out:

• $20 Special: choose from Combo A or B
  • Combo A – Large bowl of Pho of your choice + Spring Rolls / Grilled Pork Balls Appetizer Tray + a Can of Pop
  • Combo B – Large bowl of Pho of your choice + Spring Rolls / Grilled Pork Balls Appetizer Tray + Vietnamese Condensed Milk Iced Coffee
• $10 Special: Spring Rolls + Grilled Pork Balls + Vietnamese Iced Coffee Combo
  
  Orders can be made via phone or in-person
  780-428-8983
  10613 97 Street
  Wednesday-Sunday 10am-7pm, closed Monday and Tuesday

Until the start of Chinatown Dining Week, we’ll be featuring each of the 24 businesses who are participating in this year’s event, running January 18 – 28, 2024. All businesses are offering special deals during this period for $10 and/or $20. Check out all of the menus here.

We sat down with Le, owner of Xu Hue. They are a first-time participant in Chinatown Dining Week.

Why did you decide to open the restaurant?

I chose to open the restaurant here in Chinatown because it’s a vibrant place, and it has many existing Chinese and Vietnamese businesses. There’s a real sense of community, and I’ve become friends with many of the other owners around here. It just felt like the right place to be.

How long has the restaurant been open?

We’ve been open for 16 years now, starting back in 2008. It’s been quite a journey, and we’ve enjoyed every bit of it.

Spring Rolls, Tapioca Dumplings, and Pho

What is the style of cuisine served at the restaurant?

Our cuisine focuses on the central region of Vietnam, especially Hue – that’s where I’m from. We also offer dishes from various parts of Vietnam, and we’ve got some Chinese dishes too. The central Vietnamese cuisine tends to be a bit spicier, which I personally love. Customers can choose their preferred spice level, and I recommend trying our spicy noodles from the central region of Vietnam.

What makes your restaurant special?

Our restaurant is like a family affair. It’s all run by my family – my wife, daughter, and some other relatives. Everything, from the cooking to the spring rolls, is made from scratch, no shortcuts with pre-packaged stuff. We make sure our ingredients are fresh, and I even go back to Vietnam sometimes to learn new dishes and add them to the menu. So, you’ll always find something new when you come here – just come talk to me!

Rare Beef Salad and Pho

Why do you think people should dine in Chinatown?

Chinatown offers a variety of cuisines, a lot of choices, very diverse. It’s a chance to try something fresh and different.

Additional Offer!

And here’s a little something extra – I love getting to know my customers. Say hi when you drop by! During Chinatown Dining Week, we’ve got a special offer on top of our $20 combos. Just ask me about it, and I’ll make sure you have a great dining experience!

Xu Hue will be offering the following specials during Chinatown Dining Week. They are valid for dine-in or take-out:

• $20 Special: Choice of –
  • Pho + 4 Spring Rolls + 5 Tapioca Dumplings
  • Pho + Rare Beef Salad
  • Rare Beef Salad + 4 Spring Rolls + Dumplings
    
    Orders can be made by phone or in-person
    (780) 426-7775
    10548 97 Street
    Sunday-Tuesday 10am-8pm, Thursday-Saturday 10am-8pm, closed Wednesday

Until the start of Chinatown Dining Week, we’ll be featuring each of the 24 businesses who are participating in this year’s event, running January 18 – 28, 2024. All businesses are offering special deals during this period for $10 and/or $20. Check out all of the menus here.

Next, we sat down with Susan, owner of Hing Lung BBQ House. They are a first-time Chinatown Dining Week participant.

Why did you decide to open the restaurant?

We decided to open this restaurant to carry on the tradition and culture of Cantonese-style BBQ food. Cantonese BBQ is something we’re passionate about, and we wanted to share it with more people through our store.

How long has the restaurant been open?

The store has been open for a good 30 years now. We’ve been working hard to serve up quality Cantonese BBQ, and people seem to really enjoy it.

Roast Pork

What is the style of cuisine served at the restaurant?

Our specialty is Cantonese BBQ, the real deal from Guangdong, China. It’s got unique BBQ techniques and flavours that make it stand out. We want folks to taste authentic Cantonese cuisine right here.

What makes your restaurant special?

What makes us special is our experience – we’ve been at this for a long time. And we’re always trying to get better. We’re always trying new things, making sure our Cantonese BBQ is the best it can be.

Sausage

Why do you think people should dine in Chinatown?

Chinatown is full of all kinds of Chinese food and other cuisines. Come on down, taste it for yourself, and enjoy this unique flavour adventure right here in Chinatown.

Do you have any hopes for the future of Edmonton’s Chinatown? 

We do have hopes for the future of Edmonton’s Chinatown. It would be great if it could go back to the way it used to be, you know? Like the old times, with a bustling community, vibrant businesses, and a lot of people coming around to enjoy the flavours of Chinatown. 

Hing Lung BBQ House will be offering the following specials during Chinatown Dining Week. They are valid for take-out only:

• $20 Special: 4 of any following items: BBQ pork, roast pork, sausage, soya sauce chicken, BBQ duck
• $10 Special: 2 of any following items with rice: BBQ pork, roast pork, sausage, soya sauce chicken, BBQ duck
  
  Orders can be made via phone or in-person
  (780)425-0283
  9715 106 Avenue
  Open daily 10am-7pm

Until the start of Chinatown Dining Week, we’ll be featuring each of the 24 businesses who are participating in this year’s event, running January 18 – 28, 2024. All businesses are offering special deals during this period for $10 and/or $20. Check out all of the menus here.

Next, we interviewed Winnie from All Happy Family Restaurant.

Why did you decide to open the restaurant? 

My family and I had been in the restaurant businesses for over 8 years before we moved to Edmonton. When we moved here, we wanted to continue doing what we are familiar with and picked this location because it’s close to the downtown area and surrounded by the Chinese community. Before we started this restaurant, there weren’t many restaurant options for family style/comfort food around town that would be open late at night; yet there was a demand for it, especially for those who get off work very late. We thought that this could be a great opportunity for us.  

 How long has the restaurant been open? 

We have been open for over 19 years in Chinatown.  

 What is the style of cuisine served at the restaurant? 

Our dishes are mainly Cantonese style, which is from the Cantonese (or Guangdong) province in China. We make dishes that are authentic and have also adapted western flavours in some of our menu items.  

Combo

What makes your restaurant special? 

We have a very extensive menu which offers over 180 options to our customers. Diners can always find something they like from our menu! We have late night hours every day as we open from 11am to 1am, 7 days a week.  

 Why do you think people should dine in Chinatown? 

People should dine in Chinatown more as you will find options for Chinese food as there are many authentic cultural food options here.  

 Do you have any hopes for the future of Edmonton’s Chinatown? 

I hope our Chinatown becomes a safer environment with better streets, and to have reduced social issues in the area.  

All Happy Family Restaurant will be offering the following special during Chinatown Dining Week. It is valid for dine-in and take-out:

• $20 Special: Combo (Ginger Beef, 2 Sweet and Sour Chicken Balls, Soya Sauce Chow Mein and a Can of Pop)
  
  Orders can be made via phone
  (780) 421-8297
  10013 106 Avenue
  Daily 11am-1am

Until the start of Chinatown Dining Week, we’ll be featuring each of the 24 businesses who are participating in this year’s event, running January 18 – 28, 2024. All businesses are offering special deals during this period for $10 and/or $20. Check out all of the menus here.

Next up, we interviewed Khuyen Wales, Director at The Moth Cafe.

Why did you decide to open the restaurant?

Our food journey, at the time, led us down a path of exploring and creating plant-based dishes and learning about the benefits of vegetables and herbs. When we were given the opportunity to open a restaurant on the east side of the city we decided to jump on it. Chinatown and Boyle has always held a special place in our memory because this is where we started our lives as immigrants. 

How long has the restaurant been open?

Just over 6 years.

Chinatown Dining Week specials

What is the style of cuisine served at the restaurant?

Plant-based.

What makes your restaurant special?

I really don’t see us being special. We’re a family. We take care in everything we do, and we try to live and treat others the way that feels good to the human spirit. We sleep well at night.

 Gluten-free pancakes and hash

Why do you think people should dine in Chinatown?

Chinatown is a hot spot for many family owned businesses. The food scene here is diverse and that alone is worth a visit to the area. The community support goes a long way. 

The Moth will be offering the following specials during Chinatown Dining Week. They are available for either dine-in or take-out:

• $10 Special: Winter Salad – 100% plant-based: greens, mandarin, orange, purple cabbage, almond slices, pomegranate, and a dollop of coconut cream with a side of sweet mustard dressing
• $20 Special: Choice of –
  • Lemongrass Vermicelli + Spring Rolls: sautéed lemongrass soy mutton, pan-fried veggies, mixed greens, bean sprout, onion, pickled carrot and daikon, fried shallots, roasted peanuts served in spicy citrus sauce. Served with two spring rolls.
  • Gluten-free Pancakes: fluffy GF pancakes with seasonal fruits, coconut cream and syrup. Comes with a side of hash. 
    
    Orders can be made by phone or in-person
    (780) 244-9702
    9449 Jasper Avenue
    Wednesday-Saturday 11am-9pm, Sunday 11am-4pm, closed Monday-Tuesday

Until the start of Chinatown Dining Week, we’ll be featuring each of the 24 businesses who are participating in this year’s event, running January 18 – 28, 2024. All businesses are offering special deals during this period for $10 and/or $20. Check out all of the menus here.

Next, we sat down with Julie Dela Cruz, one of the owners of RJ Tasty Bites.

Why did you decide to open the restaurant?

We are operating for 2 years as an online seller, caterer and distributor and finally got the chance to have the perfect place for us to start our physical store.

How long has the restaurant been open?

The restaurant opened on June 19, 2022.

What is the style of cuisine served at the restaurant?

We are serving Filipino dishes.

Chinatown Dining Week combo

What makes your restaurant special?

It is a family-owned business where two big-hearted couples enjoy cooking for each and every guest. We also have a wide variety of products that most Filipinos crave.

Why do you think people should dine in Chinatown?

I believe Chinatown is one of the best places to dine because here you can find the most authentic dishes at a very reasonable price.

Do you have any hopes for the future of Edmonton’s Chinatown?

I support Chinatown Dining Week and would love to participate in all of their events. I have very high hopes that Chinatown will soon be the favourite of many diners!

RJ Tasty Bites will be offering the following special for Chinatown Dining Week. It is valid for dine-in or take-out:

• $20 Special: Combo for 2 with Sizzling Pork Sisig, rice, and 2 Pineapple Juice
  
  Orders can be made in-person
  (780) 937-1813
  9711 107 Avenue
  Tuesday-Friday 10am-8pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-6pm, closed Monday
  

Until the start of Chinatown Dining Week, we’ll be featuring each of the 24 businesses who are participating in this year’s event, running January 18 – 28, 2024. All businesses are offering special deals during this period for $10 and/or $20. Check out all of the menus here.

We spoke with Tina from Liuyishou Hot Pot, a returning Chinatown Dining Week participant.

Why did you decide to open the restaurant? 

The initial motivation was actually quite simple. I lived in Edmonton for 3 years before opening this restaurant, and I struggled almost everyday because I had such a hard time choosing which restaurant to go to. There were not too many Chinese restaurants out there back then, not to mention an authentic franchise Szechwan hotpot restaurant which was already very popular and wide spread in China. Then the idea of opening such an authentic Szechwan hotpot restaurant came into my mind. I not only want to give all Chinese who are living in Edmonton the feeling of being back home when eating at Liuyishou Hotpot, but also wish that the locals can come out and enjoy delicious and traditional Chinese hotpot. Ultimately, I wish to present and spread the time-honoured Chinese food culture. 

$20 Chinatown Dining Week meal

How long has the restaurant been open? 

The restaurant has been open for six years.  

What is the style of cuisine served at the restaurant? 

We are a very traditional Chinese Szechwan hotpot restaurant; it is one of the best ways to share food with friends and family. “Hotpot “consists of a metal pot of broth sits on top of a burner at the centre of the table, while plates of raw meats, seafood, vegetables, and starches are presented all around the pot. Diners can choose different flavours of broth from the menu as well as their favourite food to cook in the broth. Hotpot is a perfect way to bring people together for quality time while enjoying a hearty meal.  

Sauce station at Liuyishou

What makes your restaurant special? 

Founded in 2000, the Liuyishou Hotpot restaurant has grown from a single location on a small street in Chongqing, China to currently having over 1,200 locations around the world. 

Chinese hotpot has become immensely popular around the world given its interactive nature during the meal. Carefully selected ingredients such as premium marbled beef, wild mushrooms, seasonal greens, and other specialty foods, are cooked at your own table in broth to the perfect temperature. What separates Liuyishou from other hotpot restaurants is its healthy image with outstanding quality, and a blast of true Chinese traditional hotpot flavour. 

Most importantly, we are the only world-wide franchise hotpot restaurant in Edmonton which means that only Liuyishou Hotpot can provide the taste of authentic Chinese Szechwan style hotpot as if you are eating in the Szechwan [region itself]. 

Edmonton’s Chinatown was established over 100 years ago. Over that time, Chinatown has become the point of western and Chinese cultural interaction. Food is one of the most important aspects of any culture, and it is one of the best ways to know the basics and trends of a culture. Dining in Chinatown is the perfect way of getting to know Chinese culture while enjoying delicious Chinese food. 

Liuyishou Hot Pot is offering the following special during Chinatown Dining Week. It is valid only for dine-in:

• $20 Special: Hot Pot Combo – includes one soup base, one staple food, three meats, three veggies, and one drink; available daily until 4pm only
  
  (780) 425-8888
  #168, 9700 105 Avenue (Pacific Mall)
  Monday-Thursday 11:30am-10pm, Friday-Sunday 11:30am-11pm