Restaurants in Richmond

Baan Lao in Steveston Village is a 20-seat Royal Thai tasting menu restaurant that operates at a level you would not expect in a casual waterfront enclave. Chef-owner Nutcha Phanthoupheng, a former cancer researcher trained in Bangkok, delivers 13-18 courses of extraordinary technical precision. With wine pairings curated by a master sommelier, this is one of the most serious fine dining commitments in the Richmond area. Book well in advance.

Jade Seafood Restaurant has earned back-to-back-to-back spots on Opinionated About Dining's Casual North America list (2023, 2024, 2025), making it one of the most consistently recognised Chinese seafood destinations in Richmond. Booking is easy relative to the credential it carries. Chef Tony Luk's kitchen is best approached with a group and a focus on live seafood, with weekday lunch as the optimal timing.

Chef Tony Seafood Restaurant has held an Opinionated About Dining Casual North America ranking for three consecutive years (2023–2025), making it one of Richmond's most consistently recognized Cantonese seafood addresses. Go with a group, order from the live tank, and expect a busy room. Booking is easy and the format rewards food-focused diners over those seeking a quiet night out.

A Beijing-style hot pot venue on Richmond's Westminster Highway, best suited to groups comfortable with a communal format and casual pace. Booking is easy — walk-ins are viable, particularly earlier in the evening. If you want credential-backed Chinese dining in Richmond, Chef Tony Seafood or Jade Seafood offer stronger public records; but for accessible hot pot without advance planning, this address delivers the format.

Bruno on Bridgeport Road is an easy-to-book Richmond option with no published pricing or awards on record — low-commitment and accessible for a casual meal or a first visit. For special occasions or group dining with confirmed quality benchmarks, Chef Tony Seafood or AnnaLena in Vancouver offer more documented track records. A sensible low-stakes choice when you want a table without a wait.

Taste of Zen is a suburban Richmond restaurant on Steveston Highway, positioned away from the main dining corridor near Richmond Centre. Verified details on menu, pricing, and hours are limited — confirm before visiting. Booking is easy, and it likely offers a quieter alternative to the busier Chinese seafood houses in central Richmond.