Swatow Restaurant - Toronto

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Swatow Restaurant

Swatow Restaurant
4.3 / 5 (8896 reviews)

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Serving as a staple in Chinatown for decades, Swatow Restaurant is a beloved spot for traditional Chinese cuisine. From favorite classics like beef stew noodles and General Tao chicken to unique dishes like beef tripe and pig blood, Swatow offers a wide range of options for all tastes. While some reviews mention inconsistency in taste and pricing, the majority praise the fast service, fresh ingredients, and delicious flavors that keep patrons coming back for more. With lines out the door during peak hours, Swatow's popularity is a testament to its enduring legacy as a go-to spot in Toronto for authentic Chinese food. Whether you're looking for a late-night bite, a quick takeout meal, or a festive dining experience during Chinese New Year, Swatow Restaurant promises a satisfying and traditional experience that won't disappoint.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Yasmin

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★ 4.3 / 5 from 8896 reviews
theo-bologa-1
08.10.2023

One of the best dim sum places! Go here with your friends, very nice vibes. It was buzzing even at 2 am on a sunday night not during vacations lol

ken-zhi
08.10.2023

My all time favorite restaurant. Great food, old school Cantonese style restaurant. I recommend lobster shrimp sauce with fried ricen and chili fry chicken wings.

robynne-h
08.10.2023

Believe these reviews.. UNBELIEVABLE FOOD. Flavour, value, authenticity. True Chinese food teeming with freshness and succulence. The entire trip to Toronto was made by this restaurant. WAIT THE 15-30 MINUTES INSTEAD OF GOING NEXT DOOR OR ELSEWHERE. Promise it is so worth it.The balance of garlics and chiles and ginger and umami and everything in every dish was simply PERFECT. Best Chinese food in Canada swear to god.

yasmin-nowsherwanji
26.08.2025

Food tasty but highly overpriced for the quantity they serve. Ordered beef with onion and ginger for takeout. $20.99 tax. When I opened it at home I was appalled at the quantity. Not possible for 2 ppl to share the plate. Can see the bottom of the container. It was that little. Then they only accept cash. Who carries cash in this digital age. If u take from their ATM that means another charge on u. Too expensive and too little for a whole in the wall place. SWATOW IS OUT FOR ME IN THE FUTURE. Service: Takeaway Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $30–40 Food: 5 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 3

o-i-dog8
26.08.2025

Must try.... Food is really good they serve a different variety of food from rice to noodles pork beef fish vegetables.... service is fast our order take about 15 minutes This restaurant is likely a family own business and stuff are most likely relatives. The restaurant is not so big about 10 to 12 table.... Price is reasonable. Serving is enough . We are not able to finish the food so we take out the remaining food and finish it at night in our hotel You can really taste and smell the food was cook in chinese wok pan with high heat and stir fry. Fast cooking made the vegetables crunchy at and meat tender and juicy and the fried rice soft inside and smell the smoke outside. Its really chinese way of cooking. Usually most chinese restaurant in canada are often chinese Cantonese. They are really good in cooking... I was a little bit upset with the attitude of this front deck stuff frowning face at all time. She should not be in the front deck of an business in the first place how can you attract customers to come in if that is you attitude toward customers. Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 3

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