Ali Wong stops by Chinatown BBQ, Vancouver spot earns her seal of approval

Ali Wong made a stop at Chinatown BBQ on East Pender Street after wrapping up a multi-night run at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre, and the restaurant didn't let the moment pass unnoticed. The spot, which specializes in authentic traditional Chinese BBQ, posted about Wong's visit and paired it with a quote from her 2019 book, Dear Girls: Intimate Tales, Untold Secrets, and Advice for Living Your Best Life. "Life is too short to be wasting meals on bad food," the post read — part of a longer passage in which Wong emphasizes quality when it comes to eating at Asian restaurants.

The restaurant added its own message: "It was such a delight to have you join us before your show in Vancouver. Never be a stranger at Chinatown BBQ!"

Chinatown BBQ has been operating for almost a decade, a solid run in Vancouver's competitive food scene. The menu features BBQ Pork, Soy Sauce Chicken, and Hong Kong-style BBQ alongside other house-made specialties. Online commenters noted Wong's order in particular — she tried the beef curry — remarking that it showed solid taste. Wong is best known for her Netflix comedy specials and for starring in the 2023 Netflix series Beef alongside Steven Yeun, which ran for two seasons.