Peaceful Restaurant Richmond Review: Steamed vs Pan-Fried Pork Buns

Happy Sunday! Today is errands day, which means a stop at Real Canadian Superstore and IKEA. In between, we decided to stop by Peaceful Restaurant at their No. 5 Rd location in Richmond for lunch. We ordered many of our usual favourites, so I want to focus this post on the new items we tried: the pork buns. We ordered both cooking styles: steamed and pan-fried.

Steamed Soft Pork Buns from Peaceful Restaurant
Soft yeasty bun with a pork filling - 5 pieces

The pork buns use the same filling, but as expected, the steamed ones are super soft while the pan-fried version has a distinctively crispy bottom.

Pan-Fried Pork Buns from Peaceful Restaurant
Filled with pork and scallions, soft bun, crispy bottom - 5 pieces

If I had to choose, I prefer the pan-fried pork buns simply because I love the contrasting textures. There is something so satisfying about that crunch paired with the soft bun.

Dishes We Have Tried at Peaceful Restaurant (So Far!)

• Peaceful Beef Roll: The absolute star. Crispy green onion flatbread with five-spiced beef and hoisin sauce.
• Xiao Long Bao (Soup Dumplings): Steamed buns filled with minced pork, ginger, and a savoury broth.
• Dan Dan Noodles: Hand-pulled noodles in a spicy, tangy peanut sauce with minced pork and spinach.
• Pan-Fried Pork Buns: Soft buns filled with pork and scallions, featuring a perfectly crispy bottom.
• Steamed Soft Pork Buns: A classic, fluffy yeasty bun with a savoury pork filling.
• Cumin Beef and Flatbread: A sesame flatbread filled with tender beef, cumin, and hot peppers.
• Pan-Fried Chicken Dumplings: Crispy-skinned dumplings filled with minced chicken and cabbage.
• Salt and Pepper Squid: Savoury, crispy, and one of our favourite feast items.
• Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings: Crispy and perfectly seasoned for sharing.
• Yang-Zhou Stir-Fried Rice: A classic preparation with a generous mix of ingredients.
• Beef and Broccoli: Tender sliced beef with fresh, crunchy broccoli.
• Seasonal Vegetables and Crispy Tofu: A lighter, savoury balance to the meal.
• Minced Chicken with Corn Soup: A thick, comforting, and sweet soup.
• Deep-Fried Sesame Balls: A delicious, chewy dessert to end the meal.
• Mu Shu Stir-Fried Noodles: Hearty hand-pulled noodles with wood ear mushrooms, cabbage, and egg.
• Shanghai Stir-Fried Noodles: A classic preparation with shredded pork, cabbage, and light soy sauce.
• General Tso’s Chicken: Crispy chicken in a sticky, sweet, and slightly spicy glaze.
• Peace House Fried Rice: A reliable and comforting base that is perfect for sharing.