The story
Gitang Restaurant is a family-run Hakka Chinese spot tucked into Toronto’s original Chinatown on Dundas Street West. Creator Only Scrans featured it in a 48-hour food tour, highlighting the legendary chili chicken and crispy beef as must-tries. The review notes that the restaurant comes with a heartwarming story, giving the meal an extra layer of meaning beyond the spice and crunch.
While the menu stays grounded in traditional Hakka-style Indo-Chinese cooking, what sets Gitang apart is its status as a true local favorite—unpretentious, family-driven, and deeply rooted in the neighborhood. The chili chicken, in particular, earned a strong thumbs-up from the creator, cementing the dish as the reason to return. For anyone seeking an authentic, no-fuss meal with character, this is a spot that delivers.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2026.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 2 dish mentions say about the food
The crispy beef is the undisputed star, earning raves for its perfect crunch and flavor. Overall, reviewers describe Gitang’s food as warm, satisfying comfort fare done right.
“It's different from the stuff we have in the UK. It's not as sweet. Oh, that's good. Oh, it's all fantastic.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Gitang Restaurant. Most active: Only Scrans
Gitang Restaurant is a family-run Hakka Chinese spot in the original Chinatown, serving legendary chili chicken and crispy beef with a heartwarming story.
Dishes mentioned
Chili Chicken
It's got a beautiful kick that creeps up on you. I love the way it's quite dry — it's not smothered in sauce, it's not the sauce doing all the flavor, it's the chicken itself. That's fantastic, absolutely fantastic.
Crispy Beef
It's different from the stuff we have in the UK. It's not as sweet. Oh, that's good. Oh, it's all fantastic.
