Kwang Tung Restaurant - DEEP BAY

After being in NL for over a week and barely seeing any vegetables on offer in restaurants, we were ready for a more healthy meal, and Kwang Tung did not disappoint! The Mae Lai chicken with veg was not as spicy hot as we'd have liked, being the chili-heads that we are, but there was a mild buzz in the mouth. The special chow mein had a bit of everything, including some egg noodles, as we were not in the mood for rice. To be fair, the exact same veggies were in both dishes, and in a similar sauce, aside from the spiciness of the one dish. But after going so long without veggies, we devoured everything! We also had the garlic ribs, which were braised to tender, fall off the bone goodness. Not the dry ribs you get in Mainland Canada. Much better! I had read the Globe and Mail article about Chinese-Canadian food in remote places, and had already decided to try Kwang Tung, and we were pleasantly surprised with the fresh veggies and good quality food. Not an attractive place at all, but really good, honest, and actually healthy food! Service is slow because the owner/operator does everything herself. Alone. Runs the take-out window, cooks all the food, cleans and waits tables in the cafe. So be patient and be kind, and you will find much joy. Oh wait, that was what my fortune cookie said! But true!

I was so looking forward to this, after not having anything "green" for days. I was starving. I waited an HOUR for my one dish. Then, it arrived...like canned Chun King I used to eat after High School. Everything on the plate tastes the same in tasteless gravy. And NO RICE! What kind of Chinese Food doesn't come with rice??? I asked, and she wanted $6 extra for an order of rice. Well, I've been out hiking all day, and I don't have enough cash on me to pay for rice. (She doesn't take credit cards.) So I ask...."What kind of Chinese Restaurant does not serve rice with the entrees?" She starts yelling at me, waving the menu in the air, and berating me in front of other customers. So I just hang my head low and don't make eye contact, hoping the yelling will stop soon....all because I asked for rice. In a Chinese restaurant....

We ask for a recommendation on where to eat in Fogo & were told there are only two restaurants, a bar & grill or a Chinese restaurant. We opted for the Chinese one. I must admit it was a little scary looking both inside & out, compared to the normal for us, but we decided to give it a chance anyway. It appears to be a one woman operation. The lady who runs it is extremely friendly & helpful. She made the food fresh & it arrived at our table piping hot. Generous portions & great value. Take note though, it's cash only!

Kwang Tung Restaurant is one of the few restaurants where you can have a healthy meal on Fogo Island. The owner, who is also the cook, prepares stir fry dishes with a lot of fresh vegetables. In brief, a proper meals at a very reasonable price, in a typical local restaurant without any special cachet or charm.

Kwang Tung has some of the best Canadian style Chinese food going. Always a must stop when on Fogo Island, as the food is always fresh and the prices are super reasonable.