Marcus Wong
Food & Dining Editor
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Best Sushi in Markham, Ranked by Locals
From $30 lunch sets to $300 omakase counters, here are the Markham sushi spots that consistently deliver.
Best Dim Sum in Markham: 12 Places Locals Actually Eat
Markham has more legitimate dim sum than anywhere outside Hong Kong. Here is where locals actually go for the perfect har gow.
Where to Find Authentic Pho in Richmond Hill
Richmond Hill has quietly become one of the best places in the GTA to find authentic Vietnamese pho. Here are the spots worth knowing.
Where to Eat at First Markham Place: A Complete Food Guide
First Markham Place has 50+ restaurants under one roof. Here is exactly what to order, where, and when — by floor.
Best Korean BBQ in Markham: 8 Spots That Get It Right
Markham has one of the best Korean BBQ scenes outside of Seoul. Here are the 8 spots where the meat, banchan, and service all hit.
Hidden Gem Restaurants in Richmond Hill You Probably Haven't Tried
Richmond Hill's dining scene goes way beyond the Yonge Street chains. Here are 10 underrated spots where locals actually eat.
Markham's Best Bubble Tea Shops in 2026, Ranked by Locals
Markham has more bubble tea shops per capita than almost anywhere outside Taipei. We tried them all so you don't have to — here are the 12 worth your $7.
Best Patios in Markham for Summer 2026: 12 Spots Locals Love
Markham's patio season is short but glorious. From rooftop lounges in Downtown Markham to hidden courtyard gems in Unionville, here are 12 patios where locals actually want to spend a summer evening.
A Personal Guide to the Best Pho in Markham: Where to Find the Real Thing
A first-hand guide to the best pho restaurants in Markham and Richmond Hill. From The Pho Restaurant on Highway 7 to Pho Quinn near Markville Mall, discover where to find exceptional Vietnamese noodle soup.
Exploring Markham's Korean Food Scene: From Sizzling BBQ to Handmade Noodles
A personal guide to the best Korean restaurants in Markham and Richmond Hill. From tabletop BBQ to handmade kalguksu noodles, soon tofu, and fried chicken, discover the area's vibrant Korean food scene.
My Favourite Dim Sum Spots in Markham: A Personal Guide to the City's Best Dumplings
A personal, first-hand guide to the best dim sum restaurants in Markham, Ontario. From xiaolongbao at Ding Tai Fung to Cantonese classics at Casa Victoria, discover where to find exceptional dumplings.
My Favourite Korean BBQ Spots in Markham: An Honest, Meat-Loving Review
I have eaten my way through Markham's Korean BBQ scene and I have thoughts. Here is my honest breakdown of the best spots for sizzling beef, pork belly, and all-you-can-eat value.
The Best Dim Sum Spots in Markham: A Local's Honest Review
I've spent years eating my way through Markham's dim sum scene. Here's my honest take on the best spots — from classic Cantonese palaces to unexpected surprises.
Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in Markham You Need to Try in 2026
Forget the usual chains — discover Markham's best-kept dining secrets, from Vietnamese banh mi to Cantonese dessert houses and Japanese street food stalls that locals love.