The city surrounding YVR known for some of the best Chinese, Japanese, and Korean food outside of Asia.

About Richmond (Asian Dining District)

Richmond is one of the most ethnically Chinese cities outside of Asia, with over half its population of Chinese heritage. This has created an extraordinary dining landscape—the Golden Village area along No. 3 Road and Alexandra Road features hundreds of Chinese, Taiwanese, Japanese, Korean, and Southeast Asian restaurants, many considered the best of their kind in North America.

Dim sum restaurants rival Hong Kong for quality, bubble tea shops line every block, and late-night hot pot, Taiwanese street food, and Japanese ramen joints create a food lover's paradise. Beyond dining, Richmond offers the Aberdeen Centre (a Hong Kong-style mall), the Richmond Night Market (summer weekends, North America's largest), and the peaceful Steveston Village—a historic fishing village with boardwalk restaurants, the Gulf of Georgia Cannery museum, and whale-watching tours departing from the harbor.

Nearby Landmarks

Richmond Night Market Steveston Village Aberdeen Centre International Buddhist Temple

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost CA$12-18
Time 8-15 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost CA$10-15
Time 8-15 minutes

Arrivals level

Train (Canada Line SkyTrain)

Cost CA$4
Time 10 minutes
Frequency Every 4-8 minutes

Step-by-Step Directions

Take the Canada Line toward downtown and exit at Aberdeen or Richmond-Brighouse station. Both are surrounded by Asian malls and restaurants.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi CA$12-18 8-15 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare CA$10-15 8-15 minutes Budget-conscious, app users
Train CA$4 10 minutes Budget, avoiding traffic

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

Canada Line runs until about 1:15 AM, with Richmond stations well-served. Most Asian restaurants along No. 3 Road are open until 10 PM or later, with hot pot and BBQ spots staying open until midnight. Taxis and Uber are available at all hours.

Luggage Tips

The short distance makes luggage a non-issue in taxis. Canada Line trains have open luggage space. Richmond's flat terrain and modern infrastructure make rolling suitcases easy everywhere.

Accessibility

Canada Line stations are fully accessible. Richmond's modern commercial areas are flat and well-designed for wheelchair access. Aberdeen Centre and most restaurants are accessible. The Steveston boardwalk is wheelchair-friendly.