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Visiting Union Square Shopping Centre (8300-8388 Capstan Way) can be delightfully overwhelming. The strip mall contains so many restaurants and food-related businesses that it can be difficult to narrow down where to go. From bustling eateries to a high concentration of bubble tea spots, Union Square offers a diverse culinary landscape that caters to every palate. Read on for our handy guide on the must-visit places in Union Square.
PHO 37
Richmond has no shortage of delicious pho options, but Pho 37 stands out as a popular spot that’s ideal for first-timers. Known for their highly fragrant and flavourful broth, this casual Vietnamese restaurant is a great place to grab a quick lunch, but be sure to arrive before noon to avoid the wait. The must-try dish here is the #37 special, which features a rich and smoky broth that features a poached egg, which, when broken into the soup, adds a delightful thickness and body to the broth. You’ll also find a good variety of pho options here––almost all of which are priced under $20. Why not spend your winter discovering each variety?
Cantonese BBQ Restaurant
Cantonese BBQ Restaurant is a must-visit for lovers of authentic Chinese barbecue. This spot is renowned for its high-quality BBQ meat offerings, including roast pork, soy sauce chicken, and roast duck. The restaurant’s varied and flavourful BBQ meats are a delight for anyone who enjoys Chinese cuisine. You can choose your own combination of meats, allowing you to customize your meal to your liking. The BBQ pork here is particularly noteworthy, with a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavours. For the most tender cut, be sure to ask for half lean and half fat. Whether you’re in the mood for a filling meal or simply want to indulge in some tasty BBQ meats, Cantonese BBQ Restaurant is a great choice.
YAH YAH YA RAMEN
Craving ramen? Yah Yah Ya is particularly proud of their ie-kei (pork soy sauce) soup, which involves simmering pork and chicken bones, kombu, and veggies for a dozen hours or more. Then, the resulting soup is flavoured with soy, green onion, garlic, and chicken oil for even more depth. Soup options include shoyu, shio, miso, and spicy miso. The restaurant also allows you to customize the doneness of noodles (hard, normal, soft), the taste level (heavy, normal, light), and the oil level (more, normal, less). Cold ramen selections are also available during the summer. Supplement your slurping with appetizers like gyoza, kimchi, and seaweed salad.
Grandma Liu Hot Pot
Grandma Liu Hot Pot offers a buffet-style noodle house experience where you can customize your noodle bowls to your liking. Fresh ingredients abound, including a wide selection of fresh meat slices, seafood, and unique items like uni balls, ensuring a satisfying meal. One of the fun aspects of dining here is picking your desired ingredients and paying by weight, adding an element of surprise as you never quite know how much your meal will cost until it’s weighed. The interactive nature of selecting your ingredients before the staff cooks your bowl for you makes it an engaging experience for groups and families. Whether you’re a seasoned hot pot aficionado or new to the experience, Grandma Liu Hot Pot is a memorable meal that will have you coming back for more.
Macu Tea
Ready for dessert? Originally part of a chain from Taiwan, Macu Tea is dedicated to using fresh, natural ingredients with every cup made fresh to order. The brand’s philosophy, “Fruit Your Life”, reflects its mission to provide delicious bubble tea flavours. The menu features a variety of drink series, including tea lattes, cheese tea, and fruit pulp, catering to every taste. The seasonal King of Mango Smoothie, part of the popular Drinking Dessert series, is particularly beloved and often attracts long line-ups. Macu Tea is the perfect sweet ending to your visit to Union Square Shopping Centre.
Last Updated on December 5, 2024 by Tourism Richmond