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Sampan Restaurant

Restaurant Chinese restaurant Catering service

One of the Most Reviewed Chinese restaurants in Saint John


Address

638 Manawagonish Rd, Saint John, NB E2M 3W5, Canada

Contact

+1 506-672-9050

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (191 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 2 to 9 pm
  • Friday: 2 to 9 pm
  • Saturday: 2 to 9 pm
  • Sunday: (New Year's Eve), 2 to 9 pm, Hours might differ
  • Monday: (New Year's Day), 2 to 9 pm, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 2 to 9 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: chicken (12) good (11) Chinese (9) fresh (8) great (8) service (7) delicious (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Les G. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic! On 2021-07-17, when I heard that dine in all-you-can-eat was available, I jumped at the chance. Every dish was delicious, crispy hot egg rolls, chicken chop suey, sweet and sour chicken balls, chicken wings, moo goo gai pan, chicken fried rice, beef broccoli, honey garlic spare ribs, and my favourite, sweet and sour pork. We did not try the wonton soup but something tells me that would have been top notch too.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kevin C. 1 year ago on Google
    The eggplant put on plain white rice, is unbelievably good, sweet and sour pork is up there too
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Alison J. 3 years ago on Google
    Dine in is not back as stated on their website. It is take out only. I'm not sure about delivery. My meal was disappointing to say the least. I ordered Sampan chicken which at one time was quite tasty. The vegetables were swimming in something I wouldn't call a sauce, it was primarily cornstarch and sodium. The chicken was in a thick batter, no flavor. Needless to say a few bites were more than enough. The remainder went to the trash. I would not recommend this dish.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rebecca J. 3 years ago on Google
    Always my first pick for Chinese food in SJ. Hot, fresh, large portions and fair price. Fast and friendly. Sometimes we get dinner for 5 for a big variety and we get about 10 meals from that.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Marie P. 7 years ago on Google
    Staff was great. She was very helpful and full of cheer. Food was tasty and very filling.cant wait till next visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Jim F. 1 year ago on Google
    update your prices - combo 1 shows cost of 11.50 plus tax. i ordered combo 1 and total was over $16 tax in. egg roll and chicken balls were refried and very burnt
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel J. 2 years ago on Google
    Food is always fresh and fast when ordering takeout. I especially love curry chicken. Egg rolls are quite yummy too and always taste like they are fried in fresh oil. That’s a good sign for knowing the kitchen cares about quality.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Angela W. 1 year ago on Google
    Never had Chinese delivery that I had to let cool down on arrival super good an quick

  • 5/5 Irena “Irenadaisy” D. 7 months ago on Google
    The best, the best, the best... WOW... delishious food. You will not be disappointed.

  • 5/5 Katie Jo M. 11 months ago on Google
    We got the Dinner for 3 and really enjoyed it! Food was fresh and hot, lady at the front door helped put it in the vehicle, very great service and extremely friendly

  • 5/5 Leonora M. 10 months ago on Google
    Been to this place probably five times now. Don’t go for the atmosphere go for the delicious food outstanding best Chinese food I have in this province.

  • 5/5 J N. 11 months ago on Google
    Worth the hour drive to get awesome Chinese food! Best in NB so far. Fast, delicious, hot and fresh ingredients. Prices are very good. And lots of choices. Our families' new go to, bar none! A++++

  • 5/5 Jason Y. 5 months ago on Google
    Always good food... Staff is great Irene always stops and says hello to us and other customers which is nice.

  • 5/5 Jeff K. 8 months ago on Google
    This restaurant has quick friendly service and they make tasty food! You know it's good when the people are lined up to get it! My go-to menu item is their General Tso chicken. Combos are very good too! (chicken chow mein, eggroll). We will be back.

  • 4/5 Adam A. 8 months ago on Google
    First time there and food was just great,will return for sure I dud returned today and was great 👍 someone was asking if they have buffet,I did ask the girl there she said no but they all you can eat

  • 5/5 trina s. 1 year ago on Google
    First time in last night. Quality and quantity for a good price. Restaurant looked clean. Staff was friendly and service was quick. This is now my go to for chinese.

  • 5/5 Peter E. 1 year ago on Google
    Got there 25 min to close. Food was hot n fresh. And delicious, and pretty reasonable price.. had combo 3 to go. I'll be back.

  • 5/5 E. Patricia M. O. 1 year ago on Google
    I got the Dinner for Two. Not a bad price. Comes with lots of Chicken Fries Rice and Chicken Chow Mein.

  • 4/5 eray s. 1 year ago on Google
    My wife and I got the egg rolls, shrimp rolls, chicken low mein, and shanghai noodles. Noodles were lovely and chewy. Protein in the shanghai was fresh. Portions were massive. Service was prompt. I'll be back.

  • 5/5 Alex V. 1 year ago on Google
    First time coming here and wow it was delicious!!! Everything was so hot and fresh and not dried out like most other Chinese places in the city. The service was great as well! My new favourite Chinese spot

  • 1/5 Atim B. 1 year ago on Google
    The server insisted she wanted a tip and was rude while requesting for a tip. Food as good though

  • 5/5 Melissa H. 1 year ago on Google
    The chicken fried rice is the best in the city. And the beef and broccoli. And the wonton soup. The combos are huge. Just go! <3

  • 5/5 Valerie R. 4 years ago on Google
    Absolutely love eating here!! The food is consistent and delicious. Even when I get a little hankering I can easily be satisfied with an order of fried rice. This is my fav place to get Chinese food!!! Portions are great, multiple meals out of a combo.

  • 5/5 Jon S. 3 years ago on Google
    A long-time favourite and our first choice when ordering in with friends. Good serving sizes and prices. The spicy dishes are pleasantly hot.

  • 4/5 Maxim R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Review based on a one-time experience) From now on, unless otherwise, this place is my first choice for Chinese food in the area. Pros: - So far, best General Tao in Saint John (but, according to the taste, I’m debating if they use Ketchup in their sauce. There was a lack of balance in the flavours of the sauce); - Portions were really generous; - Staff was welcoming & kind; - Food was well cooked and hot; - Place looked clean (even if it was just for take out); - Waiting time was short, so fast service; - Egg rolls were really good; - Combos available. Cons: - The possible use of Ketchup in the sauce (if not the lack of balance anyway); - They use plastic bags and styrofoam to wrap the food and the orders; - General Tao was the most expensive I’ve seen, but there was a lot of it, which compensate; - Chicken fried rice lacks flavours & taste; - No chopsticks in the bag with the order. Overall, great little family restaurant with a good menu, tasty food & excellent service. I, not only recommence, but will be ordering from this place myself again.

  • 5/5 Andrew B. 2 years ago on Google
    If you're looking for the best Chinese food in all of Saint John hands down please call this restaurant you'll be amazed with this service the pricing and the quantity and quality of the food. Dine in or take out with very fare delivery cost.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ All you can eat
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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