May Yan Seafood Restaurant 陸福海鮮酒家
4227 Sheppard Ave E Unit B2, Scarborough, ON M1S 5H5, Canada
Phone: (416) 297-1398
Website: https://www.mayyanseafood.com/
May Yan Seafood Restaurant 陸福海鮮酒家 in Scarborough is a 4.1-star Chinese restaurant with 489 Google reviews, known for Lobster (various preparations) and Roasted Squab.
Why we love it
- Cantonese cuisine with seafood specialty
- Family-style dining, generous portions, traditional atmosphere
- Attentive service with a welcoming owner
- Cantonese cuisine with seafood specialty
- Located nearby
- Family-style dining, generous portions, traditional atmosphere
- Attentive service with a welcoming owner
What to Order
Lobster (various preparations)
May Yan is renowned for its fresh lobster, prepared in multiple ways including with salted egg yolk, special soy sauce, or as part of a set menu.
"Just tried the salted egg yolk lobster and it is a hit. The service is great too. Definitely coming back again."
Charlotte Li
Roasted Squab
This classic Cantonese dish features a whole roasted squab with crispy skin and juicy, flavorful meat.
"First up, the Roasted Squab: crispy skin, juicy meat. It was like a flavor explosion in every bite!"
Marina Tang
Winter Melon Soup (served in melon)
A unique and impressive presentation, this soup is served inside a beautifully carved winter melon, filled with pork and shrimp.
"It was my first time trying winter melon soup served this way! the melon was beautifully grown, and the filling of pork and shrimp was generous."
Wei H
Braised Whole Duck Stuffed with 8-Treasure Rice
A show-stopping dish featuring tender braised duck filled with a rich sticky rice mixture including chestnuts and dried shrimp.
"And don’t even get me started on the Braised Whole Duck Stuffed with 8-Treasure Rice. OMG, this was next-level. The duck was tender, and the rice had all these amazing bits like chestnuts and dried shrimp that made every bite a little adventure."
Marina Tang
Sweet and Sour Pork
A well-executed version of the Cantonese staple, praised for its flavor and balance.
"I especially recommend the sweet and sour pork and the eggplant in garlic sauce — perfection!"
Wendy Chow
Daily House Soup (Lai Tong)
A complimentary Cantonese soup of the day, often featuring pork bone and various vegetables, known for its comforting and authentic flavor.
"Oh, make sure you order their Daily House Soup. Ours was Dry Bok Choy and pork bone soup, packed with flavor and probably some kind of magic because it was that good."
Marina Tang
Inside Scoop
- Make reservations, especially for peak hours, as the restaurant gets packed quickly.
- Some specialty dishes, like king crab or lobster yee mein, require advance ordering.
- The owner, often referred to as "Auntie boss" or "Queen," is known for her warm hospitality.
- The washroom is located downstairs, which may be an issue for those with mobility challenges.
- They offer free Cantonese "lai tong" (soup of the day) and sweet soft tofu for dessert with meals.