With some of the fastest growing migrant communities in the entire country, Surrey’s ethnic food scene is a delicious demonstration of Canada’s cultural mosaic. The constantly evolving cultural landscape is fuelling the city’s burgeoning culinary scene – one that’s so diverse, it’s possible to dine around the world without ever having to pack your passport!
China
Green Lettuce was the Lower Mainland’s first Indian-style Chinese restaurant. Owner Winston Liang, ethnically Chinese, but born and raised in India, was inspired to create unique, spicy Chinese dishes. Also on the menu: vegan, vegetarian, and halal options.
Greece
A Visit to Pelagos Greek Restaurant means enjoying your classic Greek meal water-side! The cozy little restaurant in an old converted house, is right on the water at Crescent Beach. The patio and 2nd floor dining room provide spectacular ocean views.
India
Rasoi Fine Indian Cuisine is one of South Surrey’s best Indian restaurants, and that’s saying a lot! The mouth-watering butter chicken is the menu’s most popular item, and with an a la carte menu that’s perfect for sharing, everyone will get to try it!
Japan
Tawara Japanese Restaurant offers a modern twist on classic Japanese dishes. Their aim? To make the cuisine feel like comfort food! The Tawara team are renowned for their amazing service and deliciously fresh sashimi.
Lebanon
Kababji Grill promises impeccable service, fresh ingredients and hearty portions of Lebanese cuisine. Must-try menu items include hummus, garlic sauce and the popular chick shawarma, which diners have declared the best in the lower mainland!
Mexico
You know a restaurant is doing something right when they have a cult following. Taqueria Jalisco is a hole-in-the-wall hidden gem serving Mexican cuisine that’s so authentic it tastes home-made!
Portugal
Chefe Daniel is a Portugese restaurant owned and operated by husband and wife team, Head Chef Daniel Alexandre and General Manager Debbie Matsuura Alexandre. Menu favourites include the calamari appetiser and piri piri sauce that’s made with twenty ingredients!
Thailand
If you like dishes with robust yet complex flavours, then visit Sabai Thai, Surrey’s first and longest-serving authentic Thai restaurant. Their Pad Thai is a firm favourite with Yelp and TripAdvisor reviewers.