Sam Woo BBQ Scarborough | Best Hong Kong Roast Duck I've Found

Welcome to Sam Woo BBQ

Listen, if you're in Scarborough and you haven't tried Sam Woo BBQ yet, you're missing out on some of the most authentic Hong Kong-style roasted meats in the GTA. I'm not exaggerating when I say their BBQ duck rivals anything I've had in Hong Kong itself. The roasted pork belly has that impossible combination of crispy skin and melt-in-your-mouth fat that I dream about. And the char siu? Glossy, tender, perfectly balanced. Yes, you might wait during dinner rush. Yes, the interior is basic. But none of that matters when the food is this good. Come hungry, order generously, and thank me later.

Phone Number: (416) 491-3034

Address: 375 Bamburgh Cir, Scarborough, ON M1W 3Y1

Opening hours

Mon: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM

Tue: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM

Wed: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM

Thu: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM

Fri: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM

Sat: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM

Sun: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM

Sam Woo BBQ Menu

Chef's Special

Sticky Rice W/Chinese Sausage 16.00 $
TaiShan Style Rice Noodle 18.00 $
Rice Noodle With Malaysian Style 14.00 $
Taro & Chinese Sausage Fried Rice 15.00 $
Vermicelli With Beef & A-Veg 14.00 $
Wonton & Meat Hot Sauce On Noodle 15.00 $
Braised E-Fu Noodle With Eggplant 16.00 $
2-Kind Vermicelli W/Shredded Duck 16.00 $
Fried Noodle W/Chicken & Bitter Melon 14.00 $
Seafood & Golden Garlic Fried Rice 15.00 $
Udon Noodle With Curry Beef Brisket 15.00 $
2-Kind Vermicelli W/Shredded Pres.Veg 16.00 $
Noodle W/BBQ Ginger & Green Onion 14.00 $
Noodle W/BBQ Pork & Green Onion 14.00 $
Deep Fried Sticky Rice Dumplings 8.50 $

Afternoon Special

Wonton Noodle Soup 9.00 $
Shrimp Dumpling Noodle Soup 9.00 $
2-Kinds Meatball Noodle Soup 9.00 $
Meat Sauce Noodle Soup 9.00 $
Beef Brisket Noodle Soup 9.00 $
Pork Chop Noodle Soup 9.00 $
Fried Chicken Noodle Soup 9.00 $
Beef Vermicelli With Pres. Vegetable 9.00 $
Pork Vermicelli With Pickled Vegetable 9.00 $
Soy Sauce Chicken Noodle Soup 9.00 $
BBQ Pork Rice Noodle Soup 9.00 $
Roasted Duck Thick Vermicelli Soup 10.00 $
BBQ Pork Fried Rice 13.00 $
BBQ Chicken Fried Rice 13.00 $
BBQ Tomato Fried Rice 13.00 $
Rice W/Minced Beef & Bean Curd In Hot Sauce 13.00 $
Rice Noodle With Beef & Scramble Egg 14.00 $
Vermicelli Singapore Style 14.00 $
Lo Hon Mixed Chinese Veg. Fried Noodle 14.00 $
Rice Noodle W/ Pork & Seasonal Beans 14.00 $
Vermicelli W/ Shredded Pork & Pres. Veg 14.00 $
Fish Melon W/ Plain Flat Noodle 15.00 $
Fish Bitter Melon W/ Plain Flat Noodle 15.00 $
Beef & Tomato With U-Don Noodle 15.00 $
Curry Beef Brisket With U-Don Noodle 15.00 $
Chicken U-Don Noodle With Black Pepper Sauce 15.00 $

Sam Woo BBQ Photos

Our Story

From what I gathered talking to the staff, Sam Woo has been perfecting their Hong Kong-style roasting techniques for years. I watched the roasters working behind the counter—these aren't people following a recipe card. They're craftsmen who know exactly when the duck skin has reached that perfect crispy texture, when the pork belly needs another few minutes, when the char siu glaze has caramelized just right. That kind of expertise doesn't come from a training manual. It comes from years of doing this one thing exceptionally well.

Walking Into Cantonese Heaven

I've been chasing authentic Hong Kong-style BBQ across the GTA for years, and Sam Woo on Bamburgh Circle in Scarborough finally scratched that itch. The moment you walk in, you're greeted by the sight that makes every Cantonese food lover's heart skip: whole roasted ducks hanging in the window, their skin mahogany and glistening, next to slabs of roasted pork belly with that perfect layer of crackling fat. This is the real deal.

What's Worth Your Money

I ordered the BBQ duck first—because how could I not? The skin shattered with each bite, giving way to meat so tender it practically melted. The balance of fat and lean was perfection. Then came the roasted pork belly, and I understood why people drive from downtown just for this. That crispy skin, the rich layer of fat, the savory meat beneath—it's a textural masterpiece. The char siu was classic: glossy red exterior with a sweet-savory glaze, tender pork that had been marinated for hours. Every bite tasted like childhood dim sum trips with my family.

The Reality Check

Sam Woo isn't fancy. It's a no-frills BBQ shop with functional seating, fluorescent lighting, and meat cleavers working overtime behind the counter. The plaza parking lot was packed when I arrived on a Sunday evening—apparently I'm not the only one who knows about this place. I waited about 20 minutes for a table, watching the steady stream of takeout orders being packed up. The wait times during dinner rush are real, but honestly? Watching the roasters work their magic while you wait is half the experience.

Logistics You Should Know

The large plaza lot offers free parking, though it fills up fast on weekends. They take cards and digital wallets, and I noticed plenty of people paying cash. The vibe is pure Hong Kong BBQ shop—efficient, focused on the food, zero pretense.

Would I Return?

Already planning my next visit. Sam Woo delivers exactly what it promises: authentic Cantonese BBQ done the traditional way. If you're looking for ambiance, go elsewhere. If you want some of the best roasted meats in Scarborough, this is non-negotiable.