Hua Sang Seafood Restaurant
41-43 Baldwin Street, Toronto
Yes, that's Sang with a dollar sign ($). And just in case you didn't notice it the first time, you're reminded by the dollar sign that accompanies the business card. Though the tackiness is taken to a new level, Hua Sang definitely achieves with their famous seafood dishes.
I've been to this restaurant about three times now, venturing out from as far as Mississauga just to dirty my fingers ripping apart the skeletal remains of my lobster. While I devoured, I couldn't help but remember that Simpsons episode where Homer ate his pet lobster Pinchy, enjoying every bite while crying. Reflecting shortly, I begin to personify my lobster and also name him Pinchy.
For those familiar with the typical Chinese-style lobster that is stir fried with green onions, ginger and plenty of garlic, Hua Sang does this differently by making this dish exceptionally unique. The lobster is first fried with a special coating that really locks in the rich seafood flavor. This is followed by a stir fry with green onions, ginger, and garlic. The lobster is left quiet dry and becomes almost crispy when the meat is eaten with the special coating and spice mix. Other mentionables include the Dungeness crab cooked in their various methods reminiscent of Asia and clams in black bean sauce.
Don't let the dollar signs fool you! With a full house on weekends and a price range penniless students can even afford, this is definitely one of Toronto's best kept secret and one of the best lobsters you've ever had. So sorry Pinchy......
Rating: 2 stars
Price: $$ - cheap
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