WOK IN Asian Cuisine in Saint John

391 Lancaster Ave, Saint John, NB E2M 2L3, Canada

★★★★★
(155 reviews)
Categories: Restaurant

About

Welcome to Wok In – your passport to authentic Chinese flavors right here in Saint John!

Address
391 Lancaster Ave, Saint John, NB E2M 2L3, Canada
Plus Code
7W38+Q2 Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
Time Zone
America/Halifax

Business Hours

Sunday
3–9 PM
Monday
5–9 PM
Tuesday
12–9 PM
Wednesday
12–9 PM
Thursday
12–9 PM
Friday
12–10 PM
Saturday
3–9 PM

Services

Service options
Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Small plates
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Counter service Seating
Amenities
Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids High chairs
Parking
Free parking lot Parking

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Reviews

4.7
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★★★
October 28, 2024

The price exceeds the quality of the food, its quantity and qualitative composition: the noodles were too greasy (yes, the noodles were fried, I know, but in this case there was too much fat), there was frankly little meat and vegetables, the sausages apparently dried out in the refrigerator and absorbed the unpleasant taste of various products. The broth in the soup was like simple salt water. In short, we ate our fill, but did not enjoy it (pieces of sausage with a foreign taste "made the evening"). Dirty plates were on our plates for a long time and no one cleaned them up for a long time. We will not come here again. It is not worth it.

October 6, 2024

I recently got some take out from Wok In, in west side, Saint John and was extremely disappointed with the experience. Despite arriving well before other patrons, our order took longer than those who arrived after us. When the meal finally arrived, it was underwhelming to say the least. The portion size was shockingly small, and the quality of the food was mediocre at best. I ordered a dish that was supposed to feature sausage, but the slices were so thin you could almost see through them, which left the meal lacking in substance. For the price we paid, I expected far better. Unfortunately, the food was overpriced and failed to deliver in both taste and quantity. Overall, I wouldn't recommend Wok In based on my experience. There has to be better options in Saint John that offer good value for money, better portions, and a higher standard of service. I give it 👎👎👎👎👎

★★★★★
September 27, 2024

Enjoyed the lunch in there . The guy doesn’t speak English so had to use the translator . He is so kind and welcoming . Nice ambience

★★★
August 31, 2024

Tasted ok. Got a couple combos and an appetizers. 62 bucks delivered ubereats. I ate my combo and cooked something to eat after. Small portions and not much for vegetables. I wouldnt go back. Not worth what it costed for a couple dressed up mr noodles. I do not recommend.

★★★★★
August 1, 2024

Was craving some good, authentic Chinese food and this place popped up in my search. Was not disappointed. Ordered the Sichuan chicken, broccoli and garlic and the poached fish in chili oil. Each dish was fresh and well cooked. Our favourite was the poached fish which had the right amount of heat and the fish melted in your mouth.Service was great and the restaurant while minimalistic in decor, was super clean. Highly recommend for anyone craving quality Chinese food.

★★★★
July 23, 2024

Overall everything we had here was delicious. I wasn't really expecting much coming here but the food here exceeded my expectations. The service was also extremely friendly. They are BYOB which was great. We had the fish fillet in spicy oil. This was not as spicy or intense compared to the others I've had but I appreciated that it was not overly greasy, salty or spicy like the other restaurants I've had in NYC. The other items we had were all pretty good. Not pictured was the sauteed bok choi and pan fried rice noodle with Cantonese sausage and both were excellent. The only thing was wished the portion size was a bit bigger. Overall, a great spot! Definitely check them out if you want some authentic Chinese in the area.

★★★★★
November 24, 2022

It’s a hard to find traditional Sichuan cuisine! If you are a Chinese food lover, don’t miss this one! Love love the Mapo tofu and eggplant! Amazing food and friendly chef! The rice was super good too, I should say the best of whole Saint John area!Highly recommend!

★★★★★
July 29, 2022

Simply the best traditional Chinese cuisine in the maritimes. Wonderful service and the food is unbelievably delicious. If you're looking for something more flavourful than the typical chicken balls and egg rolls style of Chinese restaurant, you need to visit this little gem in West Saint John!

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

The environment is very warm, the taste is very Chinese restaurant-like, authentic, and the price is very suitable. Highly recommended

Local Guide
October 23, 2024

What a disappointment. We got two combo rice orders for a total of $45. First, they mixed up the order, and we had to watch people who ordered after us get their food before we did. Once they realized their mistake, they rushed our order, resulting in lumps of cold rice that werent fried properly. To make matters worse, the sausage that was supposed to be included was practically nonexistent. There were only two thin, transparent slices of the cheapest wiener I ve ever seen. The portion of rice was so small, and the overall amount of food was so little that I had to go somewhere else to get more food. To top it off, there wasnt even the usual soy sauce thats supposed to be included, so I had to go out and buy some. After the order was ready and just sitting on the table, waiting to be bagged, the helper/cashier decided to finish some paperwork before bagging our food. This was the worst $45 I ve ever spent, especially considering it was just fried rice. Not worth the cost at all.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

The best Asian cuisine in Saint John!! Love the spicy food especially the amazing chilly sauce. Our favorite is crispy chicken. Food : 5/5

Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Terrible. The combo #5 had soggy tofu and was tasteless rather than spicy. No redeeming features to this meal. The chicken fried rice tasted fishey. The 2 items were over $40. Steer clear of this over priced place.

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

Very good authentic Asian cuisine restaurant Good dishes, not too greasy.

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

Small place but good food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

The food is more than excellent to discover if you pass by the

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

These guys are amazing! Their high rating is well-earned. Vegetarian options: Combo #5 - they offered to switch out the fried wontons (pork) for veggie spring rolls, and veggie is an option for the gyoza. Dietary restrictions: They have gluten-free soya sauce!

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

A family-run business, very clean place, authentic food with carefully chosen ingredients! Highly recommend: Mapo Tofu, sweet sour ribs (kids love both), also the veggie dumplings were very tasty . Cooked with love. I like the fresh, delicious vegetables here.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Parking: Parking lot is shared with other stores. Food

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Perfect restaurant you need to try

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Authentic Chinese food, vegetarian friendly.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Very traditional taste,, warm hearted service.. strongly recommend..

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Great food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

More of a traditional Chinese restaurant food for Chinese. I would say is authentic, by far the best I tried in town.

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Vegetarian options: I got the braised eggplant combo but without pork, & asked for spicy sauce instead of sweet & sour, & asked that they minimize oil as some eggplant dishes at other places Ive eaten at come swimming in oil. Fussy I know, but they got my order correct & it was delicious! So fresh & flavourful! They substituted veg spring rolls for one of the meat appetizers which were part of the combo. Theyre a sweet family. Ill definitely be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

An absolute gem for lunch or dinner. Totally authentic and friendly service.

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Food was great and amazing! Would highly recommend ! The owners are so friendly as well.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Ordered takeout on Christmas Day night. The food was delish with big portions and quick service. The staff was super friendly and the inside was really nicely decorated. Will return when back in town Service

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Food was excellent - tasty, fresh, light. First time but it wont be my last.

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Amazing food, great service as soon as you enter the restaurant, true authentic chinese restaurant...thank you

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Food was perfect and service was amazing, the owner was very nice we will definitely go back.

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Good food and nice location.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Best Asian cuisine I ever had in Saint John. Not the usual American style Asian food. Place is nice, food is absolutely great and quality is consistent. We have been there several times during last year and a half and was never disappointed.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

One of the best noodle dishes I ve eaten. Something a little off here as well. Chicken selection technically had chicken in it, but it really didn t. A real sleight of hand. Can t imagine going back.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The food was fantastic but the portions left us hungry. Also we thought for the price we would get more food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Excellent food and friendly owner. The Szechuan chicken was amazing!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Good food and service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Delicious food and friendly staff

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Went there earlier today on a whim and couldn t be more pleased with the experience! The atmosphere is extremely warm and the staff were as friendly and welcoming as can be! We ll definitely be back. :)

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Delicious food, good service, best Chinese food in town! Highly recommend!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

What a pleasant surprise. Traveling through St. John on our way back to Maine and found this little restaurant tucked between two smoke shops! Don t let the location deter you, the food was excellent. Mapo Dofu is a favorite of mine and I alway order it when I can. The Sichuan peppers were perfect-just the right amount so that the flavors were clear and not overwhelming. Order the premium tea-it is jasmine and full of flavor. The garlic broccoli was fresh and had just the right amount of crunch - slices of garlic and not too greasy or salty. The pan fried noodles with sausage were also very good. The staff were friendly, the interior was clean and comfortable. We liked this place so much that we ordered takeout for our trip home. Parking: Empty lot next to restaurant was helpful for our large truck and RV.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

The only Chinese restaurant we chose during our self-driving trip to the three oceanic provinces this summer. We ordered Mapo Tofu, Spicy Chicken, and Fish-flavored Eggplant. It was so delicious. The authentic Chinese food made our family feel like home. The presentation was quite good. Very good, especially the utensils modified from beer glass bottles. I only focused on eating and forgot to take pictures, which is a pity! Must give five stars praise!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

What a gem! A delightful and delicious find in Saint John. It may look humble from the outside but it has a very relaxing and tasteful interior and really delicious, authentic Cantonese cuisine. We had the eggplant & pork and the mapo tofu and both were fantastic. Highly recommend.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

All in all 10/10 from food to customer service. Definitely recommend Asian Cuisine:)))

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I was just in the area for work, this is good stuff, outside plaza looks like a hole in the wall, but its a very nice atmosphere inside, nice decor, great food, and great service. Very friendly staff!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Awesome food and authentic Chinese food!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Authentic Chinese food. Very delicious!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Amazing, very excellent food, the owner is very accommodating and we love it, Satisfied customer here :) Food

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

best one

★★★★
December 23, 2023

Edit. I have yet to try eating from here again, but the customer service appears to be on point and genuine. Because of this, I am modifying my previous rating of 3 stars to 4. I will endeavour to give the food another try and update my rating to 5 stars if warranted. I truly appreciate the attention to customer feedback by this location. It is very much appreciated. I was really curious about this restaurant and decided to give it a try. I ordered Combo 2 on Skip, which included rice noodles with Cantonese sausage, a sticky rice dumpling, and crispy gyoza. Unfortunately, the quality of food I received didn t live up to my expectations. The spice on the rice noodles wasn t spread evenly throughout. This led to some overly spicy bites and some bites that didn t have as much flavour. My biggest issue, however, was with the sticky rice dumpling I received. It was very beautifully wrapped and the first bite I had was delicious! Unfortunately, about halfway through, the rice became very hard and rubbery (almost like it dried out). I ve never had a rice dumpling before, so I m not sure if it s supposed to be rubbery, or soft like the first bite I had. Based on the amount I spent and the quality of food I received, I can t say I d ever order from here again.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

One of my favorite restaurants to visit in Saint John!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Absolutely delicious! I ordered through door dash. It was a little pricy, but everything was fresh. The best rice Ive ever had! Not dry with lots in it!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Great first time experience excellent food (take-out)friendly staff!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

I had the Sichuan spicy chicken and really liked it. They even asked how spicy I wanted it which was cool.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

If you want to have some real Chinese food, here is the place! They have amazing food and smiling face to enjoy.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Saint John s most authentic Chinese restaurant ! Whether the taste or dining environment! Highly recommended!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Just got the spicy shrimp, dang good. Will be going again.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Saint Johns best kept secret! The food is simply amazing and we plan on trying every single thing on the menu. Perfect size portions, complex flavors, and unique dishes. Wow!!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

It s super delicious. We ordered Pan-fried Rice noodles and Sichuan Style Shredded Pork. We love them. This restaurant is highly recommend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Really impressed, great food

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Tipical Asian supper to which we need to familiarize with.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

I ve been to Saint John so many times finally there is a decent Chinese restaurant!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

We were in the town on May 16, 2022. And not all restaurants open, we find online and it was Great Chinese food, the best chef, we really love it Wonderful service

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Tasty, just lots of flavor, best meal i had in a long time

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

I am usually not a tofu fan but I cant get enough of their Mapo Tofu. The flavours were just working in perfect harmony. Everything we tried was just do delectable. This place is definitely a must try. Edit: went back for more Mapo Tofu and I stand by my review: it is amazing

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

delicious, great service

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Dont come here looking for sweet n sour chicken balls. This is authentic Chinese food, and it is delicious! Nice decor inside is a pleasant surprise from the frontage. It will be a regular for us!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Clean establishment with tasty food. Reasonable prices with the perfect amount of food.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

This place has some of the best food that weve eaten in NA, very surprised in such small city! Highly recommend, for instance the fish in chili oil, I can hear the sound when the chef cooked, I know it took a couple of steps to make the flavored dish. The staff was also very nice. Overall, this restaurant is a must-visit if you have the opportunity!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

I walked in and had tasty and delicious meal !

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Delicious food, very friendly and good customer service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Delicious, fresh and authentic Asian food. Beautiful interior , very friendly stuff. I will definitely visit this place again when I ll be in the area

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

The food is AMAZING!!! Highly recommended.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Far from a Chinese restaurant with balls of pasta and sweet sauces! This restaurant serves real authentic Chinese cuisine like in Montreals Chinatown! I recommend: Eggplant and ground pork, schezuan chicken (two kinds, ask for the salty and spicy one) and rice with Chinese sausages yum! The service is impeccable!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Its very close to Cantonese food, and its delicious. Like it. The price is a bit expensive, but its a reasonable price here. The greens are crispy and great.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

I discovered this restaurant by chance during my trip. It has an elegant environment and super authentic taste that satisfied my Chinese stomach.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

A family-run business, very clean place, authentic food with carefully chosen ingredients! Highly recommend: Mapo Tofu, sweet sour ribs (kids love both), also the veggie dumplings were very tasty . Cooked with love. I like the fresh, delicious vegetables here.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

The food is delicious and the boss is handsome and charming

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Finally an authentic Chinese cuisine in Saint John. Nice decor with friendly staff. I will for sure visit again!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

No cheating. Delicious food (Mapo tofu & stir-fried pork) Nice friendly clean place. Highly recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

The atmosphere was very relaxing. Beautiful decor. The food was EXCELLENT. A great little surprise of a strip mall restaurant. Now one of my fave places to go in Saint John.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Parking: A few

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Super authentic! It tastes great! Will come often!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Best Chinese restaurant in the region!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

We had the sweet and sour eggplant and pork for take away. It was delicious and authentic. Definitely recommended!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Best spot in Saint John

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Authentic asian cuisine. One of the best ones for sure Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

So I ordered the Heung So Chicken and Crispy Honey Bun back on September 30th and Im telling tlya delicious. Will be ordering from here again to try out the menu as the first time getting food here was good defently need to order another round

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Delicious chinese food - We had the MaPo tofu and Sauteed pork belly and both were excellent. Cant speak to authenticity but they definitely use szechuan peppercorn - mouth was solidly numb by the end of the meal. Great hidden gem.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Very clean very delicious!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

The interior is sooo stunning! I love the chicken here a LOT! Great service, definitely coming again!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Being from Ontario I get a lot of good Chinese options. This is not Chinese inspired, its just good Chinese comfort food done very well. Had the wonton soup & major tofu Vegetarian options: Bean Paste & Soy Sauce go along way to adding umami in vegan dishes

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

This is a great place for amazing food! The staff are super friendly and passionate. The food was so delicious and if you re in the mood for Asian cuisine then WOK IN is for you. 10/10 Thank You Wok In for an amazing first impression and experience!

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Is taste important to you? It certainly is for them! Portions arent huge (nice size tho), but the taste... oh ... the taste! This aint your grandmas favorite Chinese buffet! This is art! You know how at some restaurants all the batter is the same, but its the sauce that distinguishes what kind of chicken you are eating? We had several different kinds of chicken/pork and the texture of the batter was unique to each. The flavour was unique to each. Each dish was a hand crafted work of love and pride! Oh and by the way, the staff were genuinely pleasant, thoughtful and passionate. You could tell they cared about what you experienced! If you were scared to tey genuine asian cuisine this is a great place to start!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Very good, I like it very much

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Went here tonight with my father and we loved it. The staff was very kind and very efficient.They did a lovely job re modeling the space. The food was fantastic and full of unique flavors. I would definitely recommend this for anyone looking to try something a little different then your typical Chinese takeout food.

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Simply amazing food. I wouldnt doubt if it was one of the best authentic chinese restaurants in the province!

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Amazing food!

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Delicious food, lovely atmosphere and super friendly staff! We ll be back for sure!

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Food was excellent, service was friendly. Nice ambience, will go again to try their mapo tofu :)

★★★★
December 23, 2021

Good food and great service

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Great service fresh amazing tasting food made after order so comes out hot thus is definitely a hidden gem

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

New restaurant is very nice. More spacious than I expected. Staff was very nice and friendly. I picked up appetizers as i just wanted something small to eat. Very tasty. Will definitely go back to try some more dishes.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Food is great! Service was spectacular! Love it!

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Impeccable service , and the food & drink was absolutely incredible. And I loved the presentation. Their layering of flavors was surprising in a very pleasing way. The chef is taking amazing fresh ingredients and just elevate them with all his efforts and heart. Will definitely be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

A very authentic Chinese restaurant. The dishes on the menu are all carefully selected. You will not be disappointed with any of them. Each dish comes with a side of rice, so you can order as many dishes as you want :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

The taste is good, the price is affordable, the boss is enthusiastic, highly recommended

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Friendly service, food sooooo good and the silky milk is a must...Service is excellent, the food is great but the tea, a must...well done

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Very authentic Chinese food, I ate it while traveling and it was very comfortable. recommend

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Amazing restaurant! We came a lot way from Toronto to Atlantic provinces and had the most stunning dining experience in WOK IN. The Asian dishes were very tasty, we ordered Ma Po Tofu, Braised eggplant, Hueng So Chicken, super recommended!

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Outstanding authentic Cantonese and Chinese cooking. Everything is made fresh and reminds me of the home cooked meals my friends from Hong Kong made back when I lived in Toronto. The decor is nouveau, but the atmosphere is down home friendly. The guys who run the place are so welcoming. We keep going back because we want to try everything on the menu. I cannot say enough good things about the Poached Fish in Hot Chilli Oil the perfect amount of heat!

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Tasted very good. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Really good food cooked to order with kind, attentive service.

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

We had dinner here today. We all like the service and food. Especially the food, it was made using fresh meat and vegetables. We are impressed by the taste. Would revisit if there is a chance.

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

This was just an outstanding meal and excellent service. I would consider the dishes to be high-end Chinese food prepared with fresh ingredients. I would not hesitate for a second to recommend it

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

The service is excellent. Server was very friendly and the food was fantastic!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Very clean place with lots of decorations details. Food is good and fresh. Especially fry rice noodles!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Very delicious. I highly recommend

★★★★
December 23, 2021

Some tasty dishes and desserts !

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Expensive but great quality!

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

This restaurant is the one of the best of Chinese restaurant I have ate at do you have a amazing dish there I like it very much

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

This restaurant is very unique and very great the there are amazing and I hope I go there again

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

This is pretty good place to eat at ngl this is one of the best Chinese restaurants in my area or Saint John

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

The food is amazing, the service is amazing and we got our order super fast.

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Can t believe we have such good original Chinese food in Saint John! So tasty!!! And fairly priced. They gave us free mango mochi cake after knowing it was my birthday two days ago. So sweet. :) Thank you! Will come back often

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Good food, clean and inviting inside, as well as friendly staff.

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Very kind staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Great authentic Cantonese food. Friendly owner. Quick service and fresh food.

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Very authentic Chinese food. Parking is also convenient.

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

The food is fantastic and the owners were so nice. A gem on the west side!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Awesome experience. Will definitely be back.

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Very fresh ingredients and great service. Will be back again!