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| - Ok, any other given day, I would rate this 2 stars. But the truth is, Pacific Mall is a go-to spot for me when I'm in Toronto. And I'm not someone who frequents malls!
Yes, parking sucks. In fact, you'll find most Asian driver stereotypes in full display here. One major warning: do not attempt to go here on a weekend.
Also, bring cash. Some establishments accept cards, but they may give you discounts if you pay cash.
Another thing: don't expect a luxury mall, or even a clean mall for that matter. This is Pacific Mall. It's fashioned after a Hong Kong street market. There will be smoke coming from pots and ducks hung on display in food stalls. Think of buying clothes and trinkets as a treasure hunt. Restrooms are... restrooms. Bring sanitizer.
... yet Pacific Mall is still 4 stars in my book. I love Hong Kong, but don't have the luxury to go there all the time -- Pacific Mall will do. They have fish and squid balls, takoyaki, roast duck, ramen, milk tea, special tea, dim sum, ice cream crepes, HK waffles -- all my guilty pleasures in 1 floor. I love window shopping, checking out electronics and curiously asking about all the herbs and spices on display. I also always end up buying trinkets and head bands and other stuff that I don't need but were just too cute to pass -- hey, at least I haggled down the price! Oh, and prepare to haggle -- it's an official sport here.
Pac Mall is not for everyone, but if you're looking for something unique, or just something good to eat... it's got a little bit of everything to satisfy your craving.
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