the cozy place

service was amazing,foodwas all hot and fresh, very clean place- tons of food! everything was very good. hot and sour soup was especially good, best i have ever had!

great place for some authentic homemade chinese, no sweet and sour chicken balls here. super friendly husband and wife team who cook in an open kitchen (probably the cleanest around). you will feel very welcomed which is always appreciated. i suggest the kung pao chicken and vinegar braised ribs, might not be the most authentic on the menu but both are amazing.

don’t be in a rush as it’s a two person team if you go at peak hours it could take a while for yourfoodbut it’s well worth it. better than anything you’ll find in chinatown

nice place for chinese food. prices are a bit higher than what you would expect but the flavours are very good. service is fine. you can tell the people who overrate this place really care to make theirfoodwell and appreciate patrons who enjoy the cuisine.

both owners are very nice and friendly!! we have been there for many times and the kitchen is open area where you can see how it is made from scratch. and you can see that the owners have a big passionate forfoodand it is no msg! which is very rare in most asian restaurant. it is definitely worth the visit :)

great authentic chinese restaurant (no msg). i went for dinner at cozy place last night with some friends and was thoroughly impressed by the authentic chinese dishes that were offered. the restaurant has an open kitchen that is remarkably clean, just like the rest of the restaurant. thefoodboasts great flavours that are not often found in chinese restaurants in vic and it is quite obvious that no msg is used. it is owned and operated by a very nice couple (front of house and chef) and you can tell that they have a true passion for their cuisine. do yourself a favor and give it a try, you will not regret it.

chinese home cooking. this restaurant is squeezed between two popular victoria restaurants ( sura and green leaf bistro) ..do yourselves a favour and don't pass by without going in!!! i went in with my family and fell in love instantly. it is an open kitchen concept so you can see the owner/chef cook your food. the owners are a husband and wife team and they are both lovely. you can tell they are proud of what they do when they explain that everything is by scratch and no msg is in any of their dishes. thefoodwas just wonderful. very rare in victoria can you find authentic home dishes that they make and every dish is made with care. try their garlic shrimp spring roll, special sweet and sour pork, and honey garlic ribs. if you are daring, go for the special stuff like lamb hot pot and beef tendon and brisket noodle. whatever you get, you know you'll leave satisfied.


-----18 jan, 2015-----

authenticity in the heart of victoria!. great authentic chinesefoodthat you don't see in a victoria! the owner scott is incredibly nice and it really makes it feel like a cozy meal at someone's house. try it out! you won't be disappointed!

relaxing time with enjoyable dining. very good chinesefoodwith reasonable prices and the cider was cheap too!!!!
the owners (couple) are very nice and easy to chat with when we want little changes to the menu!!!

best chinesefoodin victoria. the vegetables are fresh and crisp, flavoured not with msg or excessive salt, but with rich, savoury sauces and broths. the meats are perfectly roasted or sauteed, the seasoning here used to enhance and not to cover up the lower-quality cuts other restaurants use. the usual chow mein can be found here, but it is the variety of dishes that keeps me coming back. both owners are very friendly and eager for feedback.

best chinesefoodi've ever had!. i've enjoyed eating here several times. the owners are very friendly and thefoodis freshly prepared and very flavourful. i often find chinesefoodto be much too salty and/or sweet, but not at cozy place. theirfoodis made with love and you can tell. favourites are the eggplant, tofu, chicken chow mein, and garlic shrimp rolls, but i look forward to trying everything else.

thefoodmore than makes up for the lacklustre atmosphere and decor. this is easily the best chinesefoodin victoria, and it's the best chinesefoodi've ever had anywhere. i will be back again and again!

reply. we are very pleased you like ourfoodand we will serve you better next time.

best chinese in victoria and the island! light fresh dishes with lots of flavour and no msg!. new and very clean restaurant with an open kitchen and friendly owners! thefoodis something light, creative and unexpected in victoria. traditional dishes with a few surprises mixed in. we enjoyed three dishes, brisket and tendon rice noodle soup, cozy place chow mein and the garlic shrimp spring rolls. the brisket soup was very flavourful, light broth with asian cabage and hand cut rice noodles. a great dish to enjoy with two or more people. the house chow mein was incredible; delicate wok friend noodles with garlicky baby bok choi, chicken and mixed seafood. wish we had ordered two because we both loved it! the garlic shrimp rolls are by far the star of the show. rolls are packed with shrimp and garlic, no noodles or fillers and served with a sweet plum sauce! they perfect accompaniment to any dish. all thefoodis made fresh, with very light oil, packed full of flavour and will leave you wishing you had ordered more! can't wait to head back or order take-out.