Brian Kwong

Highly doubt anyone in Canada's Markham/Richmond Hill area really need a review written by someone in New Jersey, USA about this place, but as a Cantonese living on the East Coast of the USA, coming up to Toronto is basically a cultural pilgrimage.

Far exceeding pretty much anything you can find in NYC (and certainly, NJ), Jim Chai Kee in Scarborough was really the only Wonton experience I had outside of Hong Kong that I feel like even comes close. I'm not sure I'd even rate the Wonton experiences in Hong Kong higher than here for any particular reason. It really is that good. If noodles in hot soup with dumplings is a format you enjoy, it doesn't get more Cantonese and more delicious than this. Great seating that is reminiscent of Hong Kong, springy noodles and crispy shrimp, and the iconic broth made with dried flounder.

This was my go-to Thai spot for a while. Despite the fact that I also frequent quite a few other spots in the area, I usually find myself drawn back here because of it's atmosphere, quality food, and low prices. While I can say that the quality of the food and the small-restaurant atmosphere is still very much there, the food has gotten quite a bit more expensive in recent times. It has made it harder to choose this spot as my go-to, but if I'm already in Highland Park and I don't want to drive further, I do still come here.

As long as you check the prices beforehand, you will have a good meal and experience here. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

This place is a bloody legend for Asian Americans all over. For Cantonese people from the United States, Pacific Mall has stood tall for over 2 decades as a hub for East Asian (and now, Southeast Asian) businesses. Many of us make cultural pilgrimages up to Toronto to experience a much higher quality of Asian food and culture in the Americas than what we can find back home. While there are some old shops from way back that are no longer there (such as the stand that did Dragon's Beard Candy), much more shops have opened inside, as well as outside of the actual mall itself. This is a must-visit for those in Markham (or, just Toronto in general).

The only mall in East Brunswick. Growing up here often meant making jokes about how lackluster it is since pretty much any adjacent mall is better, but I have to say that Brunswick Square has evolved a lot through the years. They have expanded and incorporated some pretty new and unique businesses (especially in the form of restaurants), while keeping the staple businesses that every mall must have (Macy's, GAP, Auntie Anne's, etc.)

The movie theater, although bought out by AMC, has become a much more consistent experience. I still go to the one off of Route 1 instead, but on the off chance someone makes plans that insist on staying in East Brunswick, the mall has become a much more robust option than it used to be. If you haven't been to the Brunswick Square in a while, maybe consider visiting again. You'll most likely find it nowhere near as intolerable/joke-worthy than it used to be.

I'm a martial arts teacher based in Central Jersey with a branch in the Jersey City/Hoboken Area. I've trained here many times with my students when we feel like going outdoors. Being greeted by the breathtaking Manhattan skyline is always a treat. I liked it so much, I decided to hold a weekend seminar here.

The park also features a very cute farmer's market on Sundays in the summer, and live music is often played as well. I was there when a live reggae band was playing. Even though it was a little rainy, the observation deck is still a great spot to be at since it has a very nice roof.

The best way to see New York is from Jersey, and this is one of the best places in Jersey to see it.