Reviews
Up to this point, you have 1509 appraisals from 10 website(s) on hand. The midpoint valuation for James On Hastings is 4, this indicates guests have a very high opinion of this restaurant. A comprehensive review of a Chinese restaurant in Metro Vancouver found mixed opinions among reviewers. While some appreciated the large portions and reasonable prices, others were disappointed by the lack of cleanliness and service mishaps. The authenticity of the cuisine and the delicious flavors were highlighted positively, with some recommending specific dishes such as the curry crab. Overall, the restaurant seems to offer a range of experiences, from late-night dining to family meals, making it worth a try for those seeking authentic Cantonese cuisine.
Reviews from various websites
Top Notch Chinese Food!
Working in Vancouver decided to check this restaurant out while using the laundry on the same block.The interior was very good with comfy seating areas and grea...
read moreLittle hidden gem
Definitely a good surprise! Food was good and great dinner combo menu as well. I love the crab and the soup selection. Veggie and tofu dishes were delicious. Fr...
read moreDON'T judge a book by it's cover
We were looking for a quick bite before a venue at the PNE, found this place, and were very impressed by the cuisine.
Kind of pricey for what they offer
There are some very high end pricey authentic dishes, but for the average diner, there are many other establishments around town that offers this type of food f...
read moreBest curry crab
Absolutely the best dry curry Dungeness crab on the planet.With the leftover onions and bits that come with the crab,get them to make the curry fried rice.To di...
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read moreGreat Chinese food in East Vancouver
The menu after 9 pm is a kind of snack menu as the dishes are smaller but the food is really top notch. The food is authentic Chinese and always hot and fresh....
read moreServer was subpar, below standards
Food tastes great. Only thing is that the woman server with the short ponytail can't do anything right. One time she wrote down and brought out a completely dif...
read moreNothing was good
Bought a set meal with crab, spareribs, fish, soup, fried rice and vegetables. Nothing was good. Couldn't eat the soup. Don't waste your money
Not good
Food not good, service not good, wait on the food not good. If you value your stomach don't order the Halibut. A plate full of bones!
Not often do I give 5 Stars!
Wow! What a great accidental find. Nothing pretentious about this place, just great food and wonderful owner. Tried about 7 different dishes and they rivaled th...
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read moreHello everyone. The menu prices must be years old. Add about $5.00 to each item. The food was good and portions were more than adequate. The only dishes they ca...
read moreGoogle reviews led me this to place<br/ <br/ Ambiance: In my opinio there is non, you sit where you like and they come take your order.<br/ <br/ Food: chicken c...
read moreServes one of the few Cantonese style curry. My love will always be the curry beef brisket. At $11.25, the portion is huge and along with the rice can serves tw...
read moreBack in June, we were feeling the craving for some tasty crab so we headed over to James on Hastings… a tiny hole-in-the-wall restaurant on (you guessed it) Has...
read moreOpen late so my friends and I came in looking for good food. I like their booths and the restaurant itself is nice for a hole in wall joint. Understaffed but st...
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read moreNot only is the food good but the clients are better than average. Plus you feel like you are abroad in Asia for a nice dinner. James's restaurant is a unique e...
read moreA good eating place in a busy Hastings strip mall. Foods are ok with acceptable prices.
Great spot for some authentic food. The owner is very friendly and helpful and the food comes very quick. Always busy and never disappointing.
Food is fantastic, especially deep fried seafood. I like their garlic king crab legs, deep fried king crab meat and elephant trunk clam congee. It's so deliciou...
read moreGreat food, very delicious.I originally thought it was a bit pricey but for the amount of food that comes on each plate (shareable meals) it is definitely worth...
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read moreJames is fantastic. Server was so sweet and patient with my horrific Cantonese. Go on your birthday and James will do a shot of 151 with you! Thanks...
Very tasty food and good portion, reasonable price.
The best james is awsome food is great eveything is great bring all your friendsssssss
Amazing place. The food portion is hugeeeee! Make sure bring your friends
late night. holler this place off the chain.
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