6 Toronto late-night Chinese restaurants worth the midnight craving
Dim sum, congee, dumplings, and noodle soups available in Chinatown and beyond when the city is sleeping.
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When hunger strikes after hours, Toronto's late-night Chinese dining scene delivers comfort in bamboo steamers and bowls.
In Chinatown, a dim sum institution serves all day, staying open until midnight Sunday through Thursday and 3 a.m. Friday and Saturday. The menu spans classics, but diners come for the supple, savoury treasures in those bamboo baskets.
Nearby, an unassuming Chinatown spot draws lines of hungry diners seeking quality eats most hours. Congee, fiery kung pao, and the team's popular fried rice are available until 2 a.m. Sunday through Thursday, extending to 4:30 a.m. Friday and Saturday.
In the heart of Chinatown, casual environs pair with lacquered proteins, fresh seafood, and carbs galore — from chewy noodles and fried rice to lobster dishes and Peking duck. Service ends at 1 a.m. Sunday through Thursday, 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday.
Heaps of dumplings — from soup-filled to pan-fried — can be enjoyed until midnight Monday through Friday and around the clock on weekends. Beyond the main event, a concise menu features Shanghainese fare including spiced wings, scallion pancakes, and wonton soups.
In Scarborough, a 24-hour restaurant serves a shockingly vast menu featuring dim sum, noodles, live seafood, and roast meats.
On Spadina Avenue, extended hours (until 4 a.m. Friday and Saturday) let diners linger through seafood dishes, sizzling stir-fries, saucy sautés, and umami-rich meats.
