Congee Queen

Food was decent. Lots of seating in the dining area. Pretty popular spot for families.

December 30, 2024 on Google

A Cantonese quick service restaurant featuring rice, noodles & congee, busy vibe, consistent quality throughout the many restaurants in the GTA, extensive menu with new and innovative items, taste appeals to a large segment of the demographics, pipping hot congee with large selection of toppings, great selection of fried rice and noodles, efficient service with attentive staff.

November 27, 2024 on Google

This Congee Queen location was very disappointing and is probably their worst location. The restaurant was dirty, and the menus were very sticky. The servers were extremely rude and unfriendly. We also received the wrong fried rice order. Lastly, the food quality was below the typical Congee Queen standards.

November 18, 2024 on Google

Afternoon Tea Menu comes with a FREE drink. Congee Queen is considered Cantonese Chinese Cuisine. With 9 locations across the GTA, they are still one of my family favourite restaurants. One can dine in or do takeout. They have a weekday afternoon tea special promotion going on now between 3:00 to 5:00 PM. You can buy a meal combo that comes with a drink. Options are milk tea, lemon tea, coffee, bubble milk tea or red bean with ice cream. You can pay either cash, debit or credit card. This is part of a mall with direct access to the parking lot. It’s conveniently located at edge of North York and Thornhill and it’s part of the TTC bus route system. Finch Subway station is just South of here on Yonge Street. I like the fact, it’s a one stop shop. You can do groceries or shopping then eat at the restaurant afterwards or beforehand. It’s a busy place as they are surrounded by apartments and condos and homes.

September 21, 2024 on Google

This was my second visit to Congee Queen. The first time, I dined at the downtown location and found the food to be good value with quick service. This time, the service and speed were still great, but the taste didn’t quite measure up. The congee was not bad but the beef tenderloin recommended by the waitress was just average and a bit salty. The beef in the dry-fried beef ho fun was also a bit dry. Overall, if you’re looking for a quick meal, Congee Queen is a decent choice, but the food quality can be hit or miss.

August 30, 2024 on Google

Food: 3 Stars Service: 3 Stars Ambience: 3 Stars Value: 3 Stars Overall: 3 Stars I visited Congee Queen for a casual dinner with my parents, hoping to enjoy some of my favourite dishes in a relaxed setting. Having ordered takeout from here several times before, I was curious to see how the dine-in experience compared. While my visit had its highlights, there were several areas where I felt the restaurant could make some improvements to enhance the overall experience. First and foremost, the condition of the booth seating caught my attention as soon as I was seated. Many of the booths showed significant wear and tear, with the upholstery visibly worn out in several spots. This gave the restaurant a somewhat neglected feel, which is a shame because the rest of the interior is fairly pleasant. A revamp of the seating would go a long way in improving the overall ambience and making the dining experience more comfortable and enjoyable. For a restaurant with a decent reputation, maintaining the physical aspects of the dining area is crucial, and this is an area where Congee Queen could certainly improve. When it comes to the food, it was largely as expected—decent and satisfying. The unagi fried rice is one of my personal favourites and didn’t disappoint. The dish was well-prepared, with a good balance of flavours, and the eel was tender and cooked just right. However, I couldn’t help but notice a stark difference in portion sizes between dining in and takeout. The dine-in portions were significantly larger, almost double what you receive when ordering takeout. This inconsistency was a bit surprising and might leave some customers feeling shortchanged if they’re used to ordering takeout. It’s something that the restaurant might want to address to ensure a more uniform experience, regardless of how the food is ordered. Service during my visit was just okay—nothing to write home about, but also nothing to complain about. The staff were polite and carried out their duties efficiently, but there was a noticeable lack of engagement. A little more warmth or attentiveness could have elevated the experience. I understand that the restaurant was busy, but even during peak times, a bit of personal touch can make a significant difference in how customers perceive their dining experience. The overall atmosphere of the restaurant was alright, but again, nothing particularly memorable. The restaurant’s layout is practical, and the décor is pleasant enough, but with the worn seating and the fairly routine service, it didn’t quite leave a lasting impression. It’s a decent spot for a casual meal, but if you’re looking for a dining experience that stands out, there might be other options that provide a more polished environment and experience. In summary, Congee Queen offers decent food, particularly if you’re a fan of dishes like the unagi fried rice, but there are some aspects that could use attention. The condition of the booth seating is in dire need of a revamp, and the inconsistency in portion sizes between dine-in and takeout could be addressed to provide a more cohesive experience for all customers. Service is passable, but a little more engagement from the staff could improve the overall dining experience. While I wouldn’t hesitate to return for the food, especially the unagi fried rice, I hope the restaurant takes steps to address these issues to elevate the overall experience. kellychan360

August 18, 2024 on Google

I've eaten here a couple of times before, but it wasn't ever that great. My most recent visit for "afternoon tea" was really bad. The service and servers were horrible - they had a bad attitude and were really rude, like they didn't want to talk and answer questions. The noodle dish (in the photo) was fine. The bubble tea came with the noodles, but there was no tapioca - they were some jelly things. We also got rice with chicken and roasted pork (didn't get a photo of it). It was REALLY salty. The other locations are better and I probably won't be back at this location, unless out of convenience.

July 8, 2024 on Google

We ordered beef stirfry and chinese broccoli for takeout and when we came home, it was just chinese broccoli. no beef. it's not our first time having issues with this menu at this location. last time they put 3-4 pieces of beef on top of veggies. when we asked why there is so little beef they said that was the right portion. what a joke. we could not have proper lunch and we had to come back to the restaurant for a refund. bad service bad price bad experience

July 8, 2024 on Google