The Mandarin is a GTA dining institution. I didn’t expect my first visit to move me so much
- Posted on June 28, 2025
- By The Toronto Star
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The Mandarin is a GTA dining institution. I didn’t expect my first visit to move me so much

More than just a chain buffet, Mandarin has become a beloved gathering place for generations of Ontarians — a uniquely Chinese-Canadian institution built on comfort, nostalgia, and community.