Joe Chow's in New Glasgow

29 Westville Rd, New Glasgow, NS B2H 2J3, Canada

★★★★★
(222 reviews)
Categories: Chinese restaurant
Website
facebook.com
Address
29 Westville Rd, New Glasgow, NS B2H 2J3, Canada
Plus Code
H8PW+CP New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada
Time Zone
America/Halifax

Business Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
11:30 AM–7:30 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–7:30 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–8 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM–8 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM–7:30 PM

Services

Service options
Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Coffee Small plates
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Dessert
Amenities
Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Reviews

4.5
★★★★★
222 reviews

Most Mentioned

prices (9) egg rolls (4) owner (3) chicken balls (3) plates (3) chow mein (2) honey (2) black pepper (2) broccoli (2) shrimp (2)
5 stars
147
4 stars
50
3 stars
12
2 stars
5
1 stars
8
★★★★★
October 15, 2024

The food was very good as well as the service. Took a chance on our travels and we were very pleased!!

★★★★★
September 12, 2024

Service was fast, food was piping hot and so good! If you like a really strong black pepper sauce (which I do), get the #8.

★★★★★
April 6, 2024

Joe Chow’s has possibly the best Beef and Broccoli I have ever eaten anywhere in Canada. Highly recommend that dish and basically anything else on the menu.

★★★★★
November 24, 2023

Great food at great prices. It was fresh out of the wok too, because we had to wait a good few minutes for it to cool down enough to eat.

★★★★★
September 18, 2023

Joe Chow's offers an impressive menu that caters to a variety of tastes. Whether you're a fan of traditional Chinese dishes or looking to try something new, their extensive selection has something for everyone. The flavors are authentic and burst with freshness. Each dish was beautifully presented, showcasing the chef's dedication to both taste and aesthetics. The service was impeccable. The staff at Joe Chow's are not only knowledgeable about the menu but also attentive and courteous. They provided excellent recommendations and ensured that every aspect of our dining experience was top-notch.

August 18, 2023

Much like other low star reviews, the food may be good but for a place so busy and so re-nowned by the town there needs to be changes. A Chinese dine in/take out should never take longer than 30 mins regardless of being busy. As a first time customer being told 25-30 minutes, paying at the 30 minute mark while freshly seated dine in customer start to order their meals, end up waiting an hour while those dine ins are already being served their plates before my order was out of the kitchen, is unbelievable. No check in while waiting assuring it is coming soon or anything. No matter how good the food may have been, sushi delight, China boat and lins will always come before joe chows and even then, I’ll cook at home. Ps. Laughed at when I tried to inquire very politely if dine in May have been prioritized over take out. (Only like 5 tables seating 4 max) Do better.

★★★★★
May 12, 2019

Honey glazed spareribs were very good and even though the takeaway business was going crazy because of the holiday, our table service was still fast and friendly. Portions were decent. We were able to split a platter with a little soup added on. The wontons in the soup were very tasty. Decent menu selection. Would definitely return.

★★★★★
September 12, 2017

Love there food not pricey at all. great staff.go there when ever I can. That if Its not crazy busy

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Always fresh, hot and delicious!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Place is always busy. Food is always

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Excellent food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

#1 chinese food . What else can I say

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Best Chinese food we have had in a long time .We had take-out and it was hot and delicious

★★★★
February 22, 2024

Its always good.

Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Not saying anything...

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great combos for value. Wonton soup is amazing! Have loved everything weve ordered. Beef broccoli, shrimp, noodles chicken balls you name it.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Food is always delicious and the service is the best. My favorite Chinese restaurant

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great food high prices

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The best hands down !!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Parking: Amazing as always Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Number 8 is my favorite here and the black pepper chicken dish. Food is awesome recommended for sure.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Grat food and great service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Best food on the east coast

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Seats are small, Im a big guy, was squished a little. Food and service were both great. Basic Chinese.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Awesome Awesome Awesome

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The rice had a burnt taste . There were actually little burnt pieces in it. But everything else was good .

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great food and amazing egg rolls.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Everything tasted great. They never let me down.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great foods.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Was here for take out. After asking for recommendation from the lady on the phone for a dish, ordered Kung Pao Shrimp and Honey Chilly Chicken with Fried rice and it was SPOT ON! Not that other stuff is not good but the Most Delicious dishes so far. Thank YOU team Joe Chows for a great Saturday night supper. It was SUPER! Keep up the great work!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

The employees are so kind. The portions are great, and I love the flavours. My favourite Chinese Food restaurant in Pictou County.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Mm mmm the flavors are melting on my tongue

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Good Chinese food, but not my favorite in the area. Food normally slightly overcooked and tends to be a bit on the dryer side which I tend to like

December 22, 2022

Poor service waited in a line 45 minutes to get the order

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Consistently delicious! Always our go to spot for Chinese food.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Even without fancy dishes, this was an amazing dinner for the family and Id definitely recommend. The egg rolls and rice are to die for! The staff were so sweet and were lovely to talk to :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Best Chinese food in PC. Been going here for years and it has always been excellent. The staff is fantastic, it is my first stop when I get into town.

★★★
December 22, 2022

Good service. Enjoyable lunch.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great service Kid-friendliness: High chairs available Parking space Plenty of parking Parking options

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Food was good, hot and very fresh.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Delicious food as always

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Great staff and food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

The best in the county

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Great food great staff thanks

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Amazing chicken balls

Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Dirtiest most disgusting place Ive ever seen OMG!!!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Food is always perfect..

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Excellent food, only take out at this time

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

The best Chinese food that Ive ever had

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Great food. Recommended from a friend. Wasnt disappointed

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Great food ... been eating here for the last 5 years

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Awsome food.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Chow mein a little bland but rest wS delish!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Will be back

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Consistently fantastic food for as long as I can remember! Favorite Chinese food in town

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Awesome

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Great food!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Food is always amazing

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Great as usual.

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Awesome food...best in Pictou County!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

They do quality work in quality time

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

usually pretty good if its open

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

It is great food miss you are not open welcome back

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Delicious take-out - good size portions.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Another awesome meal thats been scoffed into my belly delicious thanks

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Great take out Chinese food. Reasonably priced.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Been here several times. There Chinese food is always Great!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Excellent service excellent food

Local Guide
December 22, 2019

The lowmain seemed burnt and not variety of vegetables just peppers was disappointing

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Great food and people

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Great food fast service

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Our take-out order took an hour. This wouldnt have been an issue if they hadnt of told us it would be ready in 30 mins. The food though, was decent. China boat in Pictou (15 min from here) is far superior to this place with stellar food and service. I recommend going to the China boat instead.

December 22, 2019

I placed an order for takeout which included Sweet n Sour Chicken and egg rolls. When I arrived home I discovered that although I got the chicken balls and egg rolls they neglected to put any sauce either on the chicken or in a separate container for me to put on at home. They also did not include any plum sauce for the egg rolls. When I called and explained the issue I was asked if I could come and get it. Since I live 23 minutes from the establishment I declined to do that. Then I was advised that they would put my name in their book and on my next visit they would give me a credit.......a credit of One whole dollar (apparently that is what they charge for the sauce). I have decided to counter their One dollar offer and will never order from their establishment again. Regardless of how busy a restaurant may be if they provide a takeout service they should strive to complete the takeout order with the same diligence they would for a eat-in order.

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Friendly staff and consistantly good food!

Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Not serving food in the restaurant? Doesnt say anything about being a take out only online

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Always great food and wonderful staff!!!

★★★
December 22, 2019

They close so often and for lengths that make it difficult, there are times they are out of food by 6:00 and a sign posting, food is definatley delicious but they need to prepare more food

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Food is fresh and hot, good service

★★★★
December 22, 2019

Excellent experience. Food was fresh, tasty and large portions. Great service, waitress was awesome. Only thing is the exterior was a little dated, and the interior was very clean but also a little dated. Overall a great time. We will be back.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Fast, good portions

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Tasty

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Was willing to stay open so I could order and drive from pictou. Staff was friendly. Over all very pleased

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Theres a good reason this place is busy!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Great

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Food was tasty. What more can you say?

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Great meal! Great service!

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Great as usual, service is fast and waitresses are very friendly, and the owners are very nice!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Excellent service delicious food...I love it

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Best Chinese food east of Enfield since Mings closed. I drive an hour and fifteen minutes to eat here and it is always everything I hope for. I havent tried much of the menu, usually I get the number one and a spring roll which is delicious. If youre getting take out get your sauce on the side for the sweet and sour chicken, it keeps them crispy. Only bad things to say are that there is usually lots of people and its fairly small so it can be awkward to maneuver to get your food and pay, and that once I went there at an hour to close and they were sold out of food. Would recommend to anyone to who likes Chinese food.

★★★★★
December 22, 2018

Always, always great food- eat in or take out. Excellent and friendly service. Love Joe Chow s!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Good food good service

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

I havent gone to Joe Chows in over 30 years. My previous experience was not good. This time I was very surprised by the great service and food, but Ive heard its not always great. I will definitely be going back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Excellent fresh hot Chinese food

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

The food is amazing! The line ups are worth It!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

The food is tasty and the staff is very friendly. Place is kinda retro and packed at dinner time. Prices are decent/ good selection of choices

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Amazing good food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Really good Chinese food.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Great food

★★★★
December 22, 2018

Good food great people reasonable prices

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

The best Chinese food in Pictou County with lots of different plates. Sizzling beef and sizzling chicken are to die for...delicious!

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Food is absolutely delocious...the restaurant itself could use some renos, but take out is available...friendly staff!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Awesome food, and great service

Local Guide
December 22, 2018

On our last visit there, they ran out of food. We didnt get all of what we ordered (they substituted with other items) and there were other customers behind us who were in similar circumstances. Not a good experience. They ended up closing early as well.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Good and fresh. Too small to eat in take out only. Good alternative to Mings.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

We found the food is excellent.

★★★★★
December 22, 2018

Awesome food at a reasonable price. Friendly waitress and atmosphere.

★★★★★
December 22, 2018

Food is excellent,for a small restaurant the amount of food that is taken out is incredible. The service is very good as well.If youre looking for freshly cooked, delicious food....this is the place to go.

★★★★★
December 22, 2017

I love it there

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

This is my favorite Chinese food restaurant in town.

★★★★
December 22, 2017

Great food great service. Small dinning area.

★★★★★
December 22, 2017

One of the best places to buy Chinese food in Pictou County. The dining area is small so I suggest going with take-out.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Its ok

★★★★★
December 22, 2017

Really good food, fast and Freindly as well.

★★★★★
December 22, 2017

They have the best chinese food and pictou county and the best service . The restaurant is clean and they have the best artwork (for sale ) on their walls

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Always great food, friendly staff and a good location

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Be sure to try there curried dishes there really something special the decor could use an update but the food makes it worth it!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Excellent food, very quick and friendly staff

★★
December 22, 2017

Use to be the best in town. Went down hill fast after the new owner took over. Will not spend my money there.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Yummy as usual. Best chinese on new glasgow

★★★★★
December 22, 2017

Great food and service

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Good chow mein

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

great food and service

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Great spot to dine.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Consistently good food and quick, friendly service.

★★★★★
December 22, 2016

Excellent Chinese food. Great Chef and Very friendly staff.

★★★★★
December 22, 2016

Best Chinese food since moving to Nova Scotia in 2014. We live in Antigonish and have tried everywhere between New Glasgow and Port Hawkesbury. EVEN BETTER THAN MINGS which was our favourite. Prices r very reasonable too. A lunch special for $6.99

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2016

We are from Amherst and decided to stop in here for supper. The food was amazing and the egg rolls are to die for!

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2016

Small spot but great for a stop. Could have more food on the plate but the Singapore noodles are a hit.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2016

Many thought that the closing down of Mings would cut New Glasgow off of great Chinese food. Joe Chows is the best replacement possible. Probably the best Chinese food in all of Pictou County even. The staff is friendly, the prices really moderate and the food simply amazingly good. The cook knows what he/she is doing and does it with love what you can taste in every bite. Hopefully Joe Chows owners will be around for a long time and keeping up the quality as it is today.

★★★★★
December 22, 2016

Always a great meal. Fast and great price!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2015

new ownership new chef fabulous food - best Chinese most authentic in New Glasgow

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2015

Good North American chinese since the new owner. If you havent given this place a chance recently, try again, big change in quality.

★★★★
December 22, 2013

Very generous, inexpensive, senior discounts. Very good