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Overall Total Score
3.5 out of 5
Very good | 2037 reviews

What John M likes about Golden Island Restaurant:
We've gone to this amazing little chinese restaurant since 1996 and kind of stopped when the new owners took over for no good reason. Then just the other night we had a big order of food and I have to say it was FANTASTIC. Sam (may he rest in peace) would have been proud of the food you folks served up to us that night. Flavours are spot on and we were all raving about how good it was... even the kids! Another island... View all feedback. What Barry M doesn't like about Golden Island Restaurant:
The worst food experience I’ve had yet. I’ve had better food served in a mall food court after sitting under a heat lamp for hours than this salty muck. Save your money and go to your local grocery store and buy frozen Wong wing entree’s. I’ll need to drink 4 litres of water due to how much salt is in this food to rehydrate myself. Sooo dissapointing. Obviously nothing is tasted for consistency before serving to gues... View all feedback.

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Menulist
4.2 ★ from 13 reviews
Leora
18.01.2018 - 17:33

The Golden Island Chinese Restaurant has been operating on Salt Spring Island for over 35 years. On any given day you will find Sam, Ted, Winnie and Norman hard...

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Eleanore
18.01.2018 - 17:33

The owner, Sam and his crew provide friendly, efficient service and enjoy bantering with their customers, mostly locals. A Chinese restaurant with the typical v...

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Antimo
18.01.2018 - 17:33

Typical chinese menu.....the chow mein didnt hit the mark due to the noodles but other dishes were good...large portions and reasonably prices Very friendly sta...

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Milat
18.01.2018 - 17:33

This isn't haute cuisine, but it's very decent and good value in a family owned and staffed restaurant. Joe's ginger beef, ribs and soups and Singapore noodles...

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Lupe
18.01.2018 - 17:33

Food was very good, Service was good. A fellow by the name of Norm was talking with the customers and was very personable and knew the customers by name. The yo...

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Golden Island Restaurant has received a mix of reviews, with some customers praising the fresh and perfectly sauced vegetables, friendly service, and great portions, while others have been disappointed by salty food and slow delivery service. The menu offers a variety of typical Chinese dishes, with some standout items like the soup and Singapore noodles. The owner, Sam, is highly regarded and accommodating to special requests. Overall, Golden Island Restaurant seems to offer a modest dining experience with reasonably priced, flavorful dishes that cater to both locals and visitors alike.

Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 63 reviews
Markus
01.08.2023 - 11:01

Simple space with good service and great food. Fair value for what I ordered. Szechuan green beans are the best!

Barry
01.08.2023 - 11:01

The worst food experience I’ve had yet. I’ve had better food served in a mall food court after sitting under a heat lamp for hours than this salty muck. Save yo...

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CINDY
01.08.2023 - 11:01

This restaurant has just continued to get better and better! When the new owners took over it took them a bit to get it right, but I have been there numerous ti...

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Melyssa
01.08.2023 - 11:01

Amazing food! Probably the best Chinese food we’ve had in 5 years ...I mean we are from Mission where Chinese food goes to die ...so that might not be saying mu...

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Yum
01.08.2023 - 11:01

Delicious and made with Love from the whole family! Food is authentically theirs and yummy as can be. Order everything plus whatever is on special:

Heyrestaurants
3.1 ★ from 1075 reviews
Kay
01.12.2023 - 10:24

This was the place to go for lunch when we were in high school. Where they knew your order and had good laughs. Miss this place so much.

Erin
01.12.2023 - 10:24

Super yummy, lovely, friendly service and family atmosphere~! We are actually waiting for you to open so we can place an order right now~! xo

Peter
01.12.2023 - 10:24

Never knew how good I had it with Golden Islands till I moved off SSI and tried to find good chinese food elsewhere. Always get some when I'm visiting...

Michael
01.12.2023 - 10:24

One feels like family here thanks to exuberant Sam and his staff.

Melanie
01.12.2023 - 10:24

All the staff are #1 and the food is pretty darn good too!

Int Restaurants
4.1 ★ from 557 reviews
Kelvin
19.01.2024 - 18:23

As a CBC (Canadian born Chinese), I was impressed with the quality of food served at Golden Island Restaurant. I have a tradition of trying out Chinese restaura...

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Mark
19.01.2024 - 18:23

Best Chinese Food I have ever eaten. Can't wait to eat there again soon :

Claudia
19.01.2024 - 18:23

Good food, excellent and fun service. We go there often.

Peter
19.01.2024 - 18:23

Never knew how good I had it with Golden Islands till I moved off SSI and tried to find good chinese food elsewhere. Always get some when I'm visiting the islan...

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Facebook
3.0 ★ from 56 reviews
Google
4.2 ★ from 153 reviews

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