JiangNan Wok Richmond

JiangNan Wok: Award-Winning Huaiyang Cuisine in Richmond

JiangNan Wok is a Richmond restaurant dedicated to Huaiyang cuisine, the refined cooking of the Jiangsu region in eastern China, and one of the most talked-about Chinese restaurants to open in Metro Vancouver in years. It opened in summer 2024, was named Best New Restaurant at the Chinese Restaurant Awards that year, and ranked No. 11 on the awards' 2025 Elite 30 Canada list.

Here's what to know about JiangNan Wok and what to order.

About JiangNan Wok

Huaiyang is one of China's great culinary traditions, known for precise knife work, delicate sweet-savoury balance and long, careful braises rather than heavy spice. It is far less common in Vancouver than Cantonese or Sichuan food, which is part of what makes JiangNan Wok stand out.

The restaurant offers a contemporary take on the classics, and the Chinese Restaurant Awards judges have singled out several dishes as signatures, from the dramatic squirrel fish to Nanjing-style salted duck.

The Menu

How It Works

The menu is best shared. Order a cold dish such as salted duck to start, a showpiece fish, a braise like lion's head meatballs and a rice or vegetable dish to finish.

What to Order

• A Handful of Pepper Fried Eel Paste with Emerald Vegetable Fried Rice: the dish judges call a must-have.
• Squirrel fish: a whole fish scored, fried and glazed in a sweet and sour sauce, a Jiangsu classic.
• Nanjing-style salted duck: a cold appetiser with tender, delicately seasoned meat.
• Slow-simmered lion's head meatballs: large, soft pork meatballs braised until meltingly tender.
• Crispy deep-fried yellow croaker: a crisp, flaky fish dish.

Dietary Needs

Huaiyang cooking relies heavily on pork, fish and seafood. Ask staff about vegetable dishes and allergens.

Atmosphere and Dining Experience

The room is polished and comfortable, suited to family dinners and group meals.

• Best for: family dinners, food explorers and group celebrations
• Noise level: moderate
• Dress code: casual to smart casual
• Good to know: reservations are recommended

Location: Capstan Village, Richmond

JiangNan Wok is at 1211–8338 Capstan Way, Richmond, BC, in Richmond's Capstan Village area near No. 3 Road. Capstan Station on the Canada Line is close by, and there is parking nearby.

Hours of Operation

JiangNan Wok serves lunch and dinner. Call or check its Instagram for current hours before visiting.

Reservations

• Reservations are recommended.
• Call 778-916-0888 to book.
• Larger groups should book ahead to secure a table.

Price Range

JiangNan Wok is mid-range to upscale. Showpiece dishes such as whole fish cost more, but sharing several plates keeps it good value for groups.

Awards and Recognition

• Chinese Restaurant Awards Best New Restaurant (2024)
• Chinese Restaurant Awards Elite 30 Canada: No. 11 (2025)

Contact Information

• Address: 1211-8338 Capstan Way, Richmond, BC
• Phone: 778-916-0888
• Instagram: @jiangnanwok
• Neighbourhood: Capstan Village, Richmond
• Cuisine: Huaiyang, Jiangnan

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Huaiyang cuisine?

Huaiyang is the refined cooking style of Jiangsu province in eastern China, known for delicate flavours, careful knife work and slow braises.

What should I order at JiangNan Wok?

The pepper fried eel paste with emerald vegetable fried rice, squirrel fish, Nanjing salted duck and lion's head meatballs.

When did JiangNan Wok open?

In summer 2024.

Where is JiangNan Wok?

At 1211–8338 Capstan Way in Richmond, near Capstan Station.

Has JiangNan Wok won awards?

It was named Best New Restaurant at the 2024 Chinese Restaurant Awards and ranked No. 11 in Canada in 2025.

Do I need a reservation?

Reservations are recommended. Call 778-916-0888.

Is JiangNan Wok spicy?

Huaiyang food is generally mild, focused on sweet, savoury and fresh flavours rather than heat.

Is JiangNan Wok good for groups?

Yes. The menu is designed for sharing.