Buffets have Returned! - Canada's Most Iconic Buffet @ Mandarin Buffet

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  • čas přidán 18. 09. 2021
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    A very special thank you to Vessi for sponsoring this video. I had a chance to try Canada's most iconic buffet on a recent trip to Toronto. Feeling so good to be able to travel again and also to dine at the buffets. This is the Mandarin buffet which is probably to most famous and iconic buffet in the Greater Toronto Area. And as fantastic as the prime rib and all the selections were, the service and that fact that people are returning back to visiting their favorite eateries was what made it special. Whether you're touring or visiting the city or a local, I hope you give this a try!
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Komentáře • 683

  • @TimLeeLetsGo
    @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +29

    Thanks again to Vessi! Click the vessi.com/timlee and use my code TIMLEE to get $25 off of your Vessi shoes.
    Vessi’s are my go to pair of sneakers! Whether walking in my city or exploring new places, they keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter; and most importantly, they keep you dry in the rainy Vancouver weather. They are also the sneakers I wear when traveling and exploring new cities, and so glad to see travel opening up again. Finally, no more wet socks at home or when traveling!

  • @Sofiakatt
    @Sofiakatt Před 2 lety +63

    “Onion rings. More vegetables.” 😂😂😂😂

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +10

      LoL Sophia... Not sure why I said that 😆

    • @ChampippleD
      @ChampippleD Před rokem

      “The healthy salad is potato” and “I need some veggies to be healthy” then adding deep fried tempura broccoli made me lol.
      I enjoyed this video though - just getting hyped for my first Mandarin visit in years.

  • @williamrussell3811
    @williamrussell3811 Před 8 měsíci +3

    As a retired chef I have never seen such a clean restaurant . Even the hot buffet water to keep the food hot is crystal clear!! I have been there many times and have never left disappointed .

  • @kevinkeswick1243
    @kevinkeswick1243 Před rokem +3

    It's good to see that the Mandarin Buffet survived the controlled demolition of small businesses during the pandemic. It has been years since I was at one, but they were always a major cut above the typical buffet in the city.
    As of November 2022, the regular dinner price Monday to Friday is $35.99 which is a good deal for that variety and quantity of food. By comparison the price pre-covid in 2019 (according to TripAdvisor) was $29.99. So, in other words in the three years the price has increased about 20% or 6.6% a year which is a VERY LOW increase in price when you consider that prices at our major supermarkets have increased on many items well over 100%! In other words, restaurants like they Mandarin provide PROOF POSITIVE that the major grocery chains in Canada (Loblaws, Metro, Sobey's) used Covid to RIP-OFF Canadians by massively jacking up their prices when their major competition - restaurants like the Mandarin - were completely shut-down so as to "prevent the spread of covid".
    The variety of food at the Mandarin is mindboggling. Too be honest I would have taken more than one run at the carving station for a juicy thick slice of prime rib with 2 or 3 Yorkshire puddings on the side smothered in gravy! I also would have loaded up on the chicken balls smothered in the sweet and sour sauce as well as the BBQ spareribs and fried chicken! Good choice to avoid the bread station that just fills you up! I was always surprised that the Mandarin didn't offer free refills on soft drinks since those gaseous drinks fill up belly and put a damper on appetite.
    If you are a senior citizen, you can get 20% off any time with valid photo ID (does Loblaws or Metro give you 20% off if you are 65 or older?).

  • @oscarman42
    @oscarman42 Před 2 lety +9

    Now that's a buffet...glad you were able to partake again and share with us. Love "Rice Olaf!" #TimLeeVessin

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +2

      Thanks again Michael! And good luck 🙂

  • @melaninmonroe161
    @melaninmonroe161 Před 2 lety +13

    Hey Tim... Glad to see you back at the buffets.. Iv'e always wanted to travel to Toronto. I will have to add this buffet to my list.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you Melanin.. Hope all is well with you! ...and hope you can travel in the not too distant future 😃

  • @DavidSriracha
    @DavidSriracha Před 2 lety +7

    Whaaa..two videos within a week 😄 congrats on the sponsorship Tim ! I have to admit this is one impressive buffet especially for only $35 CAD...those sashimi 🤤 #TimLeeVessin

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +4

      Hi David... thank you and I don't know how many people can edit so quickly...I'm exhausted 😉. The pricing is quite good especially considering the Canadian dollar 🙂

  • @cathrynmcpartland1752
    @cathrynmcpartland1752 Před 2 lety +6

    You are The Man! You grabbed every shrimp choice available!
    Loved all the seafood choices.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +3

      Thank you Cathryn! Yeah, but I think I overdid it with the food on the plates 🙂

  • @joseph6948
    @joseph6948 Před 2 lety +7

    I love Mandarin.....Quality and variety make the mark at this restaurant in my opinion! The staff is always pleasant too!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Hey Joseph, I was pleasantly surprised! The server and hosts were absolutely wonderful. 🙂

  • @tomjamison5934
    @tomjamison5934 Před 2 lety +2

    Thanks Tim for another Beautifully Delicious Video. Those Desserts looked Amazing. Take Care!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you Tom and hope you're keeping well also 😃

  • @Danny-fn8tx
    @Danny-fn8tx Před 2 lety +1

    Great video Tim: I’ve been so curious about buffets these days. Keep up the great work!

  • @josephinewang4199
    @josephinewang4199 Před 2 lety +1

    Great variety of food !Your slow and gentle introduction of the desserts made me want to go to the Mandarin Buffet!

  • @wt88.
    @wt88. Před 2 lety

    This is my third video of your Toronto food tour. I started with Dragon Pearl, Jerusalem, and now Mandarin buffet restaurants. It’s fantastic. Definitely will visit the three when in Toronto. 💕👍

  • @laportetroite
    @laportetroite Před 2 lety

    You are such a gracious presenter. Not tired watching your videos. Thumbs up!

  • @jim9520
    @jim9520 Před 2 lety +1

    Tim good to see you back and I enjoy your reviews of the buffets. Wish I was there.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you J. Glad to see these places open again and people enjoying them 🙂

  • @martinquintana5837
    @martinquintana5837 Před 2 lety +2

    Good to see you Tim. Awesome video, the Mandarin Buffet looks really really good. Very clean with delicious dishes. Stay safe and have a blessed day. Aloha from Kansas

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Greetings from Vancouver 😃. Very nice experience there for sure😋

  • @salanicus
    @salanicus Před 2 lety +1

    Yay, travel foodie episode😃 And I'm loving those waterproof shoes. Great clean design and reasonable pricing.
    Terrific Toronto buffet! Everything looks so fresh. Ha, "fluorescent red"🤣 but all looks yummy. So much delicious food, deserts heaven. Perfect editing too, and congratulations on the sponsor.
    Best Wishes, James and Kim

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you James and Kim, I never realized there was so many restaurants, especially buffets, in Toronto 😋. Thank you so much again and hope you both are keeping well 🙂

  • @dianecranker6026
    @dianecranker6026 Před 2 lety

    Great to see you as always. I love those type of shos, look comfortable

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi Diane, hope you're keeping well 🙂. All the best to you!

  • @philvie
    @philvie Před 2 lety

    Glad to see you out and about and doing well Tim, can't wait till you can make it back to Las Vegas, stay safe and continue to eat well. #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you again Phil! Hoping you're keeping safe and well also 😃

  • @tomatolady11
    @tomatolady11 Před 2 lety

    Nice to see you out and about, Tim. I have missed your videos.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you Tomato Lady! Glad to see these places open up again 🙂

  • @valnarehood834
    @valnarehood834 Před 2 lety

    Yay Tim! Nice kicks! I'm really glad you had some sushi this time. I'm relatively new to your channel, so I've been watching a lot of your greatest hits, and every time you see sushi and say, "We'll skip that", I say, "No, will we NOT!" Haha!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      LoL. Thanks Val. The sushi is very nice...its always a challenge to make sure one has enough room... (Hmmm, what fortunate problems to have😌). Thank you again 🙂

  • @lugsborro
    @lugsborro Před 2 lety

    Wow, once again enjoyed watching! And love the Vessi! Congratulations for another nice vlog.. stay safe!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much Lugs! Are you returning to Vancouver soon?

    • @lugsborro
      @lugsborro Před 2 lety

      @@TimLeeLetsGo not yet, husband arrived 4 days ago staying til January. I wont be traveling for a while. Keep 'em vlogs coming! Thanks! :)

  • @boncoon
    @boncoon Před 2 lety

    Glad to see you are looking just great! Miss you, Bonnie

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi Bonnie! Great to hear from you and hope you're doing well! Very nice to be back at the buffets and hope you're getting a chance to visit different places also 😃

  • @Eric-tb2je
    @Eric-tb2je Před 2 lety

    What a great looking buffet. Looks like so much value for the money. Thanks.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thanks Eric, quite good value for sure and looks like everybody's grateful to comeback (both servers and patrons)🙂

  • @kalasimms4648
    @kalasimms4648 Před 2 lety +2

    I have missed the buffet videos and I'm happy they are back!! I really want to visit Canada.#TimLeeVessi

  • @CatherineHo1
    @CatherineHo1 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for sharing you experience the Mandarin Buffet in Toronto, the food looks so scrumptious! Hopefully I will get to go for a visit sometime soon. I also love the idea of waterproof Vessi, it sure is perfect for Vancouver weather. Always looking forward to your youtube videos! #Timleevessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you Catherine 🙂. I must say, the folks at the Mandarin buffet were fantastic and looks like everybody was glad to be back...servers and customers alike. Really pleasant to see this😃

  • @dwaynewladyka577
    @dwaynewladyka577 Před 2 lety

    This was so awesome! I've never been to Toronto, but I do have relatives there. I like those sneakers. The food looks so awesome. Cheers Tim! ✌️🇨🇦

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thanks Dwayne 🙂 very nice to be able to travel and visit places again (safely)🙂

  • @annielu983
    @annielu983 Před 2 lety +1

    Hi Tim. The food looked amazing (mostly the desserts). 🤣. I hope you had a good time there and hope you enjoyed the food. You probably did 🤣. Happy eating!! 🍪🍪🍪

  • @ebutuoyebutouy
    @ebutuoyebutouy Před 2 lety +2

    Awesome. Thanks for sharing.

  • @patsalas5452
    @patsalas5452 Před 2 lety

    Hello tim...nice that you got to fly again...haven't been to Toronto..but it looks like a fun place to visit. You certainly can't go wrong with a mojito shrimp sushi and more shrimp. Glad you are well and traveling again ☺️

  • @eysandartstv2285
    @eysandartstv2285 Před 2 lety

    wow awesome goodness tim what a way to start a buffet congrtilations ! great vlog! more to come..

  • @rhondalockrey9592
    @rhondalockrey9592 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for coming to Toronto I have even met people in Buffalo who come visit & must go to the Mandarin which I think is so funny because we don't have many buffets here but the states has tons of them.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Agreed Rhonda! Can't wait for the borders to open the other way also so that we can try the buffets in the states. I think it's always the case where the grass is greener on the other side 😉

  • @phuong2
    @phuong2 Před 2 lety

    I am so glad you are starting to get sponsors now. Keep up the good work :)

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi Ann, it was very nice of them to reach out. Thank you again!

  • @myetman
    @myetman Před 2 lety

    Thanks for the tour, I have not been at the Yonge and Eglinton location in years. Nice to see the customers with gloves when at the buffet.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi Mark, yeah, everyone was gloved up and asked at the buffet.. we went through a significant amount of gloves during our dinner 😉

  • @Monique_C.
    @Monique_C. Před 2 lety

    Thank you for another great vlog , and it's great to see that you're traveling again.
    #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you so much Monique 🙂. Really nice to see things opening up safely... Hope you're doing well 🙂

  • @GeeDarBees
    @GeeDarBees Před 2 lety

    Hey Tim! Was on the fence about Vessi shoes but after seeing a friend's pair I had to pull the trigger! Thank you for the promo code I can't wait for them to arrive. Especially with all this Vancouver rain lately! Also want to say love your videos I have seen them all keep up the good work!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much for reaching out Graeme! And thank you for your kind comment. It's been pouring rain lately and the Vessi's were much needed. Hope you enjoy them and all the best to you!

  • @norman6328
    @norman6328 Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome video, was just looking for a short tour for my local mandarin but this vlog was super entertaining as well!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      First time trying to imagine buffet and was pleasantly surprised 🙂 very nice experience 😋

  • @dslouie4944
    @dslouie4944 Před 2 lety

    Glad you were able to start traveling and going to buffets Tim! Your buffet videos are always my favorite ones! Cheers! #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much DS Louie! Feeling a bit normal again after getting a chance to visit these places 🙂. Very grateful to see all the activity there 😃

  • @IwantRoses
    @IwantRoses Před 2 lety +1

    I've been bringing all of your videos and moreso than the great foodie finds, I love your pleasant, upbeat, and cheery disposition. Your smile makes me smile! Why don't you have a friend with you for company on all of your foodventures?? 💜

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much tootsie black cat! Much appreciate your kind comment. I generally travel with friends and most of the time I managed to drag them out the a buffet or restaurant for filming. Though many times they are buffet'ed out and needed to rest. It's actually quite a different experience when taking a video. 😉

  • @SHo-wf6zy
    @SHo-wf6zy Před 2 lety

    Wow! I totally didn't know about this place when I was in Toronto last month! Thank you for spotlighting it. Everything looks so good. Got to go there when I visit TO again. #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Hope you get a chance to enjoy the next time and I really also enjoyed Toronto...finding so many good places!

  • @bevclapton2951
    @bevclapton2951 Před 2 lety

    Glad to see you can get out and about again Tim another great video thanks i really enjoy them they help brighten up my day cheers from down under in Aus Bev

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi Bev, I was just speaking with my aunt and my cousins from Australia. Some are from Sydney, some are from the Gold coast, and some are from Melbourne. It's pretty tough in the Sydney and Melbourne areas... Hope you're keeping well and the lockdowns have an affected you much.

    • @bevclapton2951
      @bevclapton2951 Před 2 lety

      @@TimLeeLetsGo Thank you for your reply Tim i am from Canberra and we also are in lockdown that is why videos that you produce are a delight you seem to be a lovely person which we need more of in this world so thank you Tim and enjoy your life in Vancouver such a beautiful city i have been there 4 times and love it looking forward to your next video

  • @louiseng2897
    @louiseng2897 Před 2 lety

    Watching this video at 2 am and now hungry! Thanks Tim for another great video 😀 #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you for reaching out Louise! I hope you had a good night 😉

  • @jadehom8067
    @jadehom8067 Před 2 lety

    Hi Tim, glad you are now able to fly again 👍...love the video and all the food you ate...tc and be safe...have a great day 😘💙

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you again Jade! It was a bit of an adventure but felt pretty safe on the trip. Hope you're keeping well also!

  • @julietu5816
    @julietu5816 Před rokem +1

    Hi Tim, that buffet looks amazing!! Glad they gave you two portions of prime rib. I will look for the Mandarin the next time I’m in Toronto.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před rokem

      It's definitely a fun atmosphere... Canadian Chinese buffet food at its best 🙂

  • @brianroper3917
    @brianroper3917 Před 2 lety +2

    Great vlog as always, Tim! What a fun-looking buffet… and the food looks pretty tasty as well. #TimLeeVessi

  • @lornaw6578
    @lornaw6578 Před 2 lety

    Nice to see you are searching the country for buffets. My Chef nephew just went back to Toronto after his month stay visiting his mom here in Vancouver. I haven't had a an adult coffee in ages. #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi Lorna, great to hear your nephew is experiencing both places! I must say that the food in Toronto is amazing and very reasonable! Thank you again 🙂

  • @LilbearWS
    @LilbearWS Před 2 lety

    Love to see you traveling and hitting up the buffet again! #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank for reaching out LilbearWS ... Feeling a bit normal again 🙂. Hope you're able to so travel safely also😃

  • @james168yeah
    @james168yeah Před 2 lety

    Hi Tim! I hope you had a great time in Toronto - really itching to go there again.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi James, it is an amazing city and really glad I had the chance to go. Hope you are able to get some time for a safe visit soon 😃

  • @TrinaMCay
    @TrinaMCay Před 2 lety

    Hi Tim, every thing looks yummy. Been in a while. Enjoy and stay safe and healthy!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thanks Marie, it was quite enjoyable and glad to see these places open again 🙂

  • @John-K-N
    @John-K-N Před 2 lety

    Looking sassy in your vessi, Tim. Always found the dining experience at Mandarin to be Disney-like - impossible to pack everything in on one visit. Hope you had a nice stay in TO! #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you John🙂. Yeah, really enjoying Toronto for sure 😃

  • @TakeTimeToTravel
    @TakeTimeToTravel Před 2 lety +1

    I see you were at the Mandarin at Yonge and Eglinton. That's our old neighbourhood, but just so much construction there. The food looked really good! I guess we'll have to go back to Mandarin again when we're back in Toronto. #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi Tom and Mike, it was a great visit and you have an amazing city. I was originally trying to go to the public market on Sunday (the one I saw on your video...) Who knew that at public Market would close on Sunday, and glad to have been able to come to the Mandarin buffet.

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel Před 2 lety +1

      @@TimLeeLetsGo Oh no, that's too bad it was closed when you tried to go! It's such a great place with great food :)

  • @HappyHourGirlKola
    @HappyHourGirlKola Před 2 lety

    Hi Tim. Good to see you with another great video. Toronto looks like a beautiful place to visit. Take care and be safe.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you hhgk...so happy to see these places back open again ... Seems like patrons and staff members were all glad to be back ...a very nice thing to see!

  • @tinayu4540
    @tinayu4540 Před 2 lety

    A sponser?! That's huge! Congrats Tim...Keep up the great work! Going to order a pair soon.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thanks Tina! Really grateful for the Vessi team to reach out 😃. Don't really worry about the rain anymore 😃

  • @kevinbudiman2229
    @kevinbudiman2229 Před 2 lety +1

    Can't wait for buffet to start opening in Vancouver again, enjoy Toronto! #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi Kevin, agreed. Looking forward to when the buffets open up in Vancouver 🙂

  • @tder4987
    @tder4987 Před 2 lety

    Great video Tim n thx for the Vessi recommendation. I just ordered a pair of shoes..great videos

  • @achan9665
    @achan9665 Před 2 lety +1

    Great review Tim! I am thinking of visiting Toronto end of Oct. l will be sure to check out Mandarin buffet. Enjoy watching your Vancouver food reviews. Look forward to your next upload. #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much! Much appreciate you taking the time to reach out.. hope you have an amazing trip in toronto. Noticed that they have really great restaurants and very reasonable prices as well 😋

  • @dariahagan1816
    @dariahagan1816 Před 2 lety

    Tim I was so happy to see you at a buffet!! I missed these videos!! Great job as always!! #TimLeeVessi

  • @bshoes1225
    @bshoes1225 Před 2 lety

    You earned yourself a new subscriber! I love how you remember everyone’s name and treat everyone so nice. Cheers

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much for reaching out! Really having fun with these videos and really grateful to be able to share and connect with everyone here. Thank you again for your support and a very happy holidays to you and yours 🙂

  • @karenglaicar5486
    @karenglaicar5486 Před 2 lety

    Great looking food, nice review. Thanks for taking us there. Take care.

  • @jchau168
    @jchau168 Před 2 lety

    Glad to see Mandarin opening back up. I did not even know and I'm in Toronto! Love the shoes too! #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thanks for reaching out Justin! First time there I'm very good experience 😋

  • @loribrid9632
    @loribrid9632 Před 2 lety

    Omg so Amazing of you to give away a pair of Vessi's. I live in NIAGARA FALLS NY and most buffets are closed down due to Corona. The food looks great 👍 #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thanks Lori and good luck... Need to make a trip to Niagara falls also! Hopefully places will be opened up as time goes on.

  • @samantharuck1503
    @samantharuck1503 Před 2 lety

    More places to discover with the Buffet King of the North. Really enjoy your videos you bring New eateries to our lounge in the U.K. look forward to your next adventure as you travel across the nation

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you again Samantha! We just returned from Quebec and felt like we were in the UK / Europe 😀

  • @trekkie604
    @trekkie604 Před 2 lety

    Been to this Mandarin in Toronto many times. Yonge and Eglington. Hope to get back there soon,

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      That's awesome! It was my first time there and very enjoyable 😃

  • @MrAbstractj
    @MrAbstractj Před 2 lety +1

    I’m glad your back Tim! Love the kicks as well. #TimLeeVessi
    Oh, nice fluorescent red…😂

  • @ajcabs
    @ajcabs Před 2 lety

    Your videos are enjoyable Tim! Keep up the great work #TimLeeVessi

  • @calvinmarshall1610
    @calvinmarshall1610 Před 2 lety

    Hello time great video the food looked awesome and you're waterproof shoes are nice glad to see buffets are opening up again. Can't wait until you find a nice delicatessen 😀😀. Take care and be safe.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi Calvin! We are certainly planning on finding some great delicatessens 😋😋😋.. it only took about a year 😉

  • @keropiro6120
    @keropiro6120 Před 2 lety +1

    My husband and i miss buffets so much! We live in Vancouver and love watching your videos around town! Wish vanc has more of these buffets! #timleevessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi Kero, yeah, I'm certainly keeping an eye out on the buffets here in Vancouver 😋

  • @jackflash5659
    @jackflash5659 Před 2 lety +20

    Growing up in Toronto I would go to Mandarin with family and friends a few times each year. That's about 40+ visits over the years.
    As I got older and started travelling I realized Mandarins buffet is average at best. It does not compare with most buffets in the US, especially in Vegas.
    I haven't been to a Mandarin in over 7 years. From what I hear it's still mediocre so I'm really not missing anything.

    • @scottbrandon6244
      @scottbrandon6244 Před 2 lety +1

      Same feeling I get about Mandarin. There were many good buffets when I was in Vegas. The best buffets in the world are found in South Korea and Singapore. Lots of meat and seafood choices and unusual desserts.

    • @Bacon-co6pt
      @Bacon-co6pt Před 2 lety +1

      @@scottbrandon6244 best buffet in my opinion ! Has everything from fish too steak. 10/10

    • @nickval5962
      @nickval5962 Před 2 lety

      My uncle actually spoke with a manager at the Mandarin about 5-6 years ago. The manager said the Mandarin was actually hardly making money because of 1 thing; the awesome crab legs (which is why the Mandarin was worth it). So apparently there was a huge budget cut that happened which took the crab legs and lowered the quality of some of the other items. All in trade of making the price of entry like 3-5 dollars cheaper. Mandarin is a shell of its former self, not worth it anymore

  • @varaleung1348
    @varaleung1348 Před 2 lety

    Welcome to Toronto Tim! Thanks to you, I had a lot of good food in my last month’s Vancouver trip. Nice shoes, perfect for the fall weather! Didn’t know there’s waterproof sneakers 👍#TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you so much for reaching out Vera and hope you had a nice visit. Much appreciated and really loving your city also 😃

    • @varaleung1348
      @varaleung1348 Před 2 lety

      Yes, I had a great time in Vancouver & wish I can stay longer. Enjoy yourself in Toronto! 😆

  • @starlight_44
    @starlight_44 Před 2 lety

    Have never checked out buffets in Toronto, thanks for your tour, Tim👍#TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi Lorrie! I'm pretty surprised because there are so many buffets and restaurants in Toronto... Really enjoyed the place...🙂

  • @expatjourneys8962
    @expatjourneys8962 Před 2 lety

    We're from the Philippines 🇵🇭 We are planning to visit relatives in Vancouver on Summer 2022, then maybe fly to Toronto and stay for 3-4 days. Thank you for your blog. 😊 But we are Seniors so we avoid buffet now a days.

  • @hannazewilliams3233
    @hannazewilliams3233 Před 2 lety +1

    Enjoy blessings♥️

  • @scroticle
    @scroticle Před 2 lety

    I'm glad I subscribed. Haven't been to Mandarin in years. Gotta go. Also need to check out your trainers. Heard a lot of good about them.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much Scroticle! Really enjoyed the Mandarin and very fun indeed. Thanks to your's and many suggestions, I managed to visit the Dragon Pearl. Definitely a favourite and amazed to see the lobster offerings! Much appreciate the King Eddy buffet suggestion... will need to make another trip for that! Thanks again!

  • @adellis24
    @adellis24 Před 2 lety

    Crazy to think I started following you for the Vancouver content only a few weeks ago and now all of a sudden you are in my neighborhood here in TO.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much for reaching out and I must say Toronto is amazing! Enjoying the visit and the food and restaurant prices are very reasonable!

  • @BigRed1968
    @BigRed1968 Před 2 lety

    Tim, glad that the buffets are opening. Everything looked delicious. #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi scratch dragon, yeah, it was quite pleasant to see everything back up and running again.. it looks like everyone was really enjoying getting back to normal again 🙂

  • @SgtRobert-qb8kt
    @SgtRobert-qb8kt Před 2 lety +1

    HEY TIM
    Good luck with your food blog shows
    God bless
    Be safe out there

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you Robert! Hoping you're keeping well also! All the best to you!

    • @SgtRobert-qb8kt
      @SgtRobert-qb8kt Před 2 lety +1

      Tim
      Be safe out there
      Good luck
      I love your food blog shows buddy
      Take care

  • @billlinder7355
    @billlinder7355 Před 2 lety

    Video was very good. I appreciate how you do not waste the food you serve yourself, unlike some other food videos. nice job.

  • @whostosay3256
    @whostosay3256 Před 2 lety

    Buffet looks great - I’m going to order a couple pairs of Vessi’s - from Chicago and similar weather - they’re exactly what I need 👍🏻

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thanks so much for reaching out and warmest greetings to you from my home Vancouver Canada! Ohh.. Chicago, I heard there's some amazing pizzas over there 😋

  • @AustinHe1
    @AustinHe1 Před 2 lety

    Heard lots of things about this place. Excited to watch your video!
    #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hey Austin, it was quite a nice comforting buffet, very enjoyable and the service was amazing 😃

  • @dwarren1010
    @dwarren1010 Před 2 lety

    Awesome to see you in Ontario again Tim. Been to Mandarin 100s of times. I hope your able to go to Pebbles (Amish) buffet in Durham

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi Dave, thank you so much for the suggestion! Pebbles buffet... noted! 😃

  • @clairepierson15
    @clairepierson15 Před 2 lety

    the food is fabulous canada is so beautiful ty for the tour

  • @patrick8128
    @patrick8128 Před 2 lety +1

    What a display of food. I wish they had a branch restaurant in Connecticut. What kind of coffee did you get. That would make me a coffee drinker! Best to you

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thanks for reaching out Patrick. A very nice coffee indeed...it was the Irish kind😋

  • @muffin47gal12
    @muffin47gal12 Před 2 lety

    Hi Tim! Welcome to Toronto and hope you will enjoy your stay in our city.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Oh you're in such a beautiful city. Really enjoying Toronto!😃

  • @BensTunes74
    @BensTunes74 Před 2 lety

    One day, cheers Tim !

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Definitely behind you on that Ben! 2022 for sure 😃

  • @lesliecas2695
    @lesliecas2695 Před 2 lety +1

    "There's always another solution - a second plate" 😂😂😂

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      LoL Leslie...I really have no idea what I say when filming the food😆

    • @markbumjuncho9907
      @markbumjuncho9907 Před 2 lety

      Hah! Put this on a T-shirt!

  • @RiverDanube
    @RiverDanube Před 2 lety

    They are nice looking shoes and the Buffet looks delicious with plenty of variety and good quality. Such a good price also.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Yeah, noticing that the cost for food and restaurants are much better in Toronto than they are in Vancouver!

  • @visariosorino8034
    @visariosorino8034 Před 2 lety

    Hi Tim love your food reviews, as always on youtube. Love your channel so much, stay safe as always Tim. From Vancouver BC, Canada. 😇

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much Visario 😃. Much appreciate your kind comment!

  • @balboa77
    @balboa77 Před 2 lety

    Now that you've been to Mandarin you will want to go to (if it's open) Chinatown Buffet in Etobicoke. Only a short trip from Toronto and well worth it.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much for the recommendation! Definitely put Chinatown buffet on the list. 🙂... searching for it...is it called Asia buffet by any chance

  • @Porscheman1
    @Porscheman1 Před 2 lety

    So glad you did a video here in Toronto! #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      You have an amazing city Michael! Very much enjoying it and finding so many restaurants and really great prices compared to Vancouver 😃

  • @davesourwine2522
    @davesourwine2522 Před 2 lety

    Tim, Great Vlog! For Your INTERNATIONAL VIEWERS! Most CANADIANS Live a Stones Throw from a Mandarin! And Usually Go for the Lunch Specials! Or Dinner from Monday to Thursday! Prices Go Up $15-$20 on The Weekends, When They have The Prime Rib and More Pricey Items!!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you Dave! Yeah, I noticed there were quite a few restaurants around. Really glad to see they're back serving the buffets. The prime rib was fantastic 😋

  • @gregjohnson720
    @gregjohnson720 Před 2 lety +1

    Tim Here in Brazil, the diners are only allowed to touch the tongs or serving cutlery when they put on disposable thin plastic gloves and the servers MUST wear the gloves at all times. It does no good use the tongs if gloves are not worn by all. I noticed that you had the gloves on in all the scenes where I could see your hands. Good video. Thanks On a cuter side, I once saw a buffet that had a sign at the beginning of the buffet line that said” Due to the compulsive habit of girls and women that keep rolling their poney tails and hair constantly, we do not assume any responsability for hairs found in the food, because all of our employees wear hair nets. Just once correction though. When you put the jus on the prime rib, you said au jus. Au jus means a protein at the jus style or for example prime rib AU JUS when the jus is added to the protein. The jus by itself is just JUS. Bonjour du Brésil!

  • @sandogdy7175
    @sandogdy7175 Před 2 lety

    Nice shoes. I need that in Portland. 😁 I've never been in Mandarin Buffet but we went to some Chinese restaurant in TO and the food was also delicious. 🍨

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Oh, I can assume that Portland and Vancouver gets the same amount of rain! We're just in the middle of a rainfall warning at the moment. Really enjoying Toronto and lots of great food and restaurants.. very reasonably priced too 😃

  • @herbmurphy7000
    @herbmurphy7000 Před 2 lety

    Nice video Tim it's good to see you !!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you Herb🙂. Hope you're keeping well 🙂

  • @kevinchan6192
    @kevinchan6192 Před 2 lety

    Keep the great vids coming! Thanks for the content! #TimLeeVessi

  • @dannylai8257
    @dannylai8257 Před 2 lety

    Been there , good place to be ! Loved it , good choice ….. kinda hungry now….

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thanks Danny. The service was quite impressive there!

  • @alexanderbruce2621
    @alexanderbruce2621 Před 2 lety

    Always good to see you great video

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thanks Alexander! really glad to see these places up and running again!

  • @Lakeshore14
    @Lakeshore14 Před rokem

    Love the Mandarin Buffet. Food is always appealing and delicious.👏👏👍

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před rokem +1

      It seems to be a staple buffet around Toronto

    • @Lakeshore14
      @Lakeshore14 Před rokem

      @@TimLeeLetsGo I frequent the Mandarin in Windsor. 👍

  • @petrfrizen6078
    @petrfrizen6078 Před 2 lety

    Dear Tim! So nice, so great, that you are back! Liked this story very much! Happy Festival of Sukkot!🐸🐬🐳🐣🥭🌻🌻🌻🎇🍉🥭🥭🥭🍓🍓🍓

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Hello Petr! Hope you are well, and thank you for sharing about the festival of Sukkot. Just reading up on it.. did you build your Sukkot?

    • @petrfrizen6078
      @petrfrizen6078 Před 2 lety

      @@TimLeeLetsGo Dear Tim, great to hear from You anew! Yes, we did in the Beit Habbad Synagogue in Tula... But it was raining like the costal typhoon somewhere in Belize, Florida or New Hampshire... They say, forecast, that those would be the most rainy days in the last 37 years... But it is the Festival!!! Happy Sukkot, Tim!!!🥭🍇🥭🍇🥭🍇🥭

  • @journeytrials
    @journeytrials Před 2 lety

    Haven’t been to one in a long time! But one day soon!!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      My first time visiting there and really enjoyed it 😃

    • @journeytrials
      @journeytrials Před 2 lety

      @@TimLeeLetsGo awesome 😎

  • @luckycanuck
    @luckycanuck Před 2 lety

    What an amazing buffet! Glad you enjoyed it. #TimLeeVessi

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you Lisa, it was quite a nice experience... And a fulfilling one 😋