What people say about (Magical Taste of China.Halal.Downtown/西域食府.唐人街)
Jay Ali
So last year we came to Toronto for the first time and went to the other location which was better. This was our first time coming to the downtown location and let me tell you the service sucked! They were not attentive at all. I felt like I was doing homework because we had to look at the menu and than fill out paperwork so they can take that to the kitchen. The food needed salt and we asked for it to be spicy and it wasn't. The food alsonhad a little too much oil too. The table had 4 napkins and there were 5 of us and when we asked for more napkins the server brought us 2 more. Like really? The food was mediocre. My daughter enjoyed the braised beef soup and I really enjoyed the beef fried rice. Well definitely go to the other location next time!
Hong.Y Wang
Magical Taste of China is a long-standing gem in Chinatown with authentic Xinjiang flavors and some exciting new dishes!
Must-tries:
✅Hui-Style Lamb – Tender strips of lamb with a fragrant, slightly sweet soy-based sauce.
✅BBQ Naan – Freshly baked, soft and crisp, perfect with stew or on its own.
✅Pumpkin Sago Soup – Smooth, warm, and comforting—perfect end to a spicy meal.
Don’t miss the classic Big Plate Chicken （大盘鸡）with hand-pulled noodles and soft potatoes.
Spinach with cashew and sweet potato noodles is a great refreshing side dish.
✅Nice interior, good for group gatherings. Bonus: 15% off during weekday afternoons (2–4PM).
✅Affordable, generous portions. Definitely one of my go-to spots in downtown Toronto!
Laraine Suzzette Margate
food is really great. everything that I ate is tasteful. service is good and staff are friendly. the place itself is very clean. overall experience is great. My husband really like the noodle
So last year we came to Toronto for the first time and went to the other location which was better. This was our first time coming to the downtown location and let me tell you the service sucked! They were not attentive at all. I felt like I was doing homework because we had to look at the menu and than fill out paperwork so they can take that to the kitchen. The food needed salt and we asked for it to be spicy and it wasn't. The food alsonhad a little too much oil too. The table had 4 napkins and there were 5 of us and when we asked for more napkins the server brought us 2 more. Like really? The food was mediocre. My daughter enjoyed the braised beef soup and I really enjoyed the beef fried rice. Well definitely go to the other location next time!