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| - From the outside, Cynthia's is quite unassuming - tucked into a strip of quietly forlorn shops in the parking lot of Promenade Mall. It's another story entirely when you step inside - you'll notice a portico right out of a Chinese temple, delicate bush cherry adornments and a ceiling of twinkling lights that immediately indicate you're in for a special treat.
And then you're escorted to your table by hosts in authentic Dynasty-period dress - tables set carefully with your chopsticks resting on little gold chopstick holders while a drink menu awaits, printed on Chinese fans. The attention to detail really jumps out at you.
Food-wise, Cynthia's features a solid selection of Chinese fare typical to North American Chinese restaurants - I say this because I can't vouch for how authentically Chinese it is, seeing as I am not Chinese, nor have I ever been to China. They also include a few continental and pan-Asian items for good measure.
We ordered a variety of items, and all showed up quickly, exquisitely presented on fancy dishware - hot & sour soup, egg rolls, Singapore vermicelli, sweet & sour chicken balls, General Tao chicken, Mongolian beef. And god were they all good - and not one item felt cheap or slapped together. The kitchen staff obviously take pride in their work.
I should make special mention of the service - there are so many staff, it's actually unreal - it seems like a 1:1 staff to customer ratio. There were at LEAST two managers on the floor at all times tonight, wearing dark suits. And managers and staff alike wait on you. All of them. Someone is ALWAYS hovering just off camera waiting to fill up your water glass, remove empty plates or take a special request. It's absurd how welcome they make you feel and I love every minute of it.
By the end of this massive meal, I and my two dining companions were thoroughly stuffed so we couldn't do dessert, but they do have a selection of staple Asian desserts (Lychee seems to feature prominently on their dessert menu) with occasional specials (tonight was some sort of berry cheesecake).
I'll be honest: the place isn't cheap - the meal cost us nearly $100, without alcohol. But for special occasions or for a superlative dining experience that will equal or best just about any other Chinese restaurant in Toronto that I'm aware of, Cynthia's is worth a visit. And then you'll keep coming back - of this, I am certain.
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