Harmony -  Ottawa,

I had a fantastic meal at this charming, family-owned restaurant. We ordered the lamb with cumin (their specialty), hot dry eggplant, and spicy green beans, all... read more I had a fantastic meal at this charming, family-owned restaurant. We ordered the lamb with cumin (their specialty), hot dry eggplant, and spicy green beans, all of which were delicious. The service was quick and friendly, adding to the pleasant experience. I really enjoy the atmosphere here; there are only about ten tables, making it cozy and inviting. Plus, it's affordable and offers great quality food.

This is a classic, authentic Chinese restaurant. It may not be fancy, but the food is incredibly delicious. My favorites are the green beans, cumin lamb, and Ge... read more This is a classic, authentic Chinese restaurant. It may not be fancy, but the food is incredibly delicious. My favorites are the green beans, cumin lamb, and General Tso's chicken. There are many other dishes that look appealing, but I don't know their names. They do have a section for "American" Chinese dishes, but I prefer to stick to the other side of the menu.

Everything was fantastic. The thick, luscious noodles had a delightful spiciness and were drenched in an irresistible cold sesame soy dressing. The lamb was ext... read more Everything was fantastic. The thick, luscious noodles had a delightful spiciness and were drenched in an irresistible cold sesame soy dressing. The lamb was extraordinary—tender and sliced thinly to maximize its surface area, giving it a slightly crispy texture, and enhanced with a blend of spices focused on cumin. The green beans were also impressive—spicy and served with a generous portion of flavorful ground pork.

Small hole in the wall mom pop shop, love it. First came in here on a weekday and the place was decently filled with mostly Chinese customers, definitely a good... read more Small hole in the wall mom pop shop, love it. First came in here on a weekday and the place was decently filled with mostly Chinese customers, definitely a good sign. I've only tried a few dishes here based on previous reviews and those items have been great. Harmony restaurant provides a more authentic cuisine, so come by if that's what your looking for. They do have lunch specials with more Americanized dishes (sweat and sour chicken balls etc... , but I've never bothered to try.

If you order from Harmony 's 'Canadian Chinese Food ' menu, you 're missing what makes this place a gem, which is its traditional Northern Chinese and Sichuan d... read more If you order from Harmony 's 'Canadian Chinese Food ' menu, you 're missing what makes this place a gem, which is its traditional Northern Chinese and Sichuan dishes. Try the Black Mushrooms and Peanuts in Vinegar, the Stir Fried Green Beans, or the Vermicelli with Minced Pork (a Sichuan dish also known as Ants Climbing a Tree). Or try my favorite item on the menu, the Special Hot Deep Fried Tofu, which is richly flavored with spices and cilantro. The servers are friendly and happy to advise you. I would never have thought to try the Special Braised Trotters if not for my server 's recommendation.