Don't be fooled by its placement next to a massage parlour. Swatow is somewhat of a charming joint by Spadina standards, nestled in the heart of Chinatown. For a place that's remarkably clean as it is, the food is spectacular. Although I'm sure some of their dishes use MSG like most east Asian restos in the city, it's a far cry from the Mandarin buffet. Having traveled to the far east, I can tell you this is as authentic as it gets in the city. Try the shrimp wanton noodle soup!