Tao Northern Chinese Cuisine

The food was mostly fine (nothing special; we had a piece of bone in a chicken dumpling, but that’s probably the supplier). The service was abysmal. We order for delivery 4 hours in advance. The driver informed us that the restaurant was filling other pickup orders for the same items any deliberately delaying ours. I called the restaurant. They were incredibly rude and refused to give a timeline. I called back and someone else answered and assisted us within 5 minutes. Overall, my impression of this place is that they are disorganized, inefficient, and rude. It was a very regrettable experience.

December 27, 2024 on Google

We’d been curious about this restaurant for a while, so we finally decided to give it a try. It seems to cater more to locals, and overall, the experience was mediocre. Our favorite dishes were the lettuce wraps with chicken and the crispy beef—both well-priced and enjoyable. The garlic shrimp and fried rice were okay; the shrimp had a nice garlic flavor but was a bit under-seasoned, so I had to ask for some salt. On a positive note, the staff were friendly and welcoming.

November 11, 2024 on Google

The food here is delicious. Service excellent. Unfortunately they are infested with fruit flies. It makes the dining experience intolerable. One bite food, swat away flies and repeat. This is an easy problem to resolve. This is our third time here but won’t return as the flies are gross. Too bad.

September 14, 2024 on Google

Seemingly family-operated nice Chinese restaurant with great dishes. Mapo Tofu was spicy and sweet, but as delicious as the one I tried in China. I loved it! Even though my wife, who is from Sichuan, says it's not supposed to be sweet. My 4-year-old also loved their small soup-filled buns (Guantang Bao). I think, on the menu they are listed as Xiaolong Bao. Shanghai noodles with beef were so-so. As for parking, there is plenty of it right across the street near Canadian Tire.

April 14, 2024 on Google

My son and hubby love their spring rolls most especially. Although every other food we order tastes nice, they are consistent.

January 25, 2024 on Google

The food was really good!! We were four people and shared like 5 dishes plus some starters- was delicious and also very cheap and they were so nice. I would definitely recommend :)

May 17, 2023 on Google

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April 29, 2023 on Google

Came here with my boys for lunch after the archery range. They loved the dim sum, the Bao, the pot stickers, the crispy tofu. I loved the braised beef soup. Service was great, friendly and welcoming. Definitely be coming back

August 17, 2022 on Google