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Royal Treasure 敦煌

Name: Royal Treasure 敦煌
Address: 774 Somerset St W, Ottawa, ON, K1R 6R1, CA
Telephone: (613) 237-8827
Price range: value

Chinese•Chinatown•value

Restaurant overview

Royal Treasure 敦煌 on Somerset West operates without apology, and that directness is part of the appeal.

4.5/5 · 520 Google reviews

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The recommendation

Royal Treasure 敦煌 on Somerset West operates without apology, and that directness is part of the appeal.

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Royal Treasure 敦煌 on Somerset West operates without apology, and that directness is part of the appeal. This is a Chinatown room built for the neighbourhood — for families who come back on a Tuesday, not occasion-seekers looking for something to photograph. The price point reinforces that relationship. What the kitchen is consistently credited with isn't novelty but something harder to fake: the warmth and generosity of portion that explains why people return to a Chinese restaurant in the first place, rather than simply discover it once. The menu leans into Hunan cooking, which already sets Royal Treasure apart from the Cantonese-leaning rooms that dominate Ottawa's Chinatown strip. Hunan cuisine runs hotter and more assertive by tradition, and the Hunan Dumplings are reported to reflect that character — heat built into the concept of the dish rather than applied as an afterthought. The Beef Hunan Style is the dish regulars point to when explaining what this kitchen does well: the combination of heat and char that defines the regional style. The Superior Seafood Soup is known for depth over showmanship, the kind of broth that takes time and isn't rushed. Phoenix + Dragon — the classic chicken-and-shrimp pairing — appears regularly in what diners order when they want something familiar done competently. The RT Spring Roll rounds out the table as an opener: reportedly crisp rather than greasy, and properly seasoned throughout. Practically speaking: peak weekend service draws waits, and reservations aren't a given, so a weekday visit is the smarter move. Seating toward the back is reportedly quieter. At this price level, ordering a second round of dumplings is just good planning — budget for it before you sit down.

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520 reviews

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4.5/5

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Based on 520 reviews

Best for

Group Dinner and casual

Price and pace

Good value

Neighborhood

Chinatown | 774 Somerset St W, Ottawa, ON K1R 6R1, Canada

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Royal Treasure 敦煌 menu: what to order

Start with the dishes below, drawn from the restaurant details and TastyPals notes available on this page. Royal Treasure 敦煌 is listed in the Good value price range. Menus, availability, and prices can change, so confirm current details before visiting.

Hunan Dumplings

pork and shrimp dumplings with peanut hot chili oil sauce

Beef Hunan Style

Superior Seafood Soup

soup with diced shrimps, scallops, squid, and eggs garnished with spring onions

Phoenix + Dragon

shrimps and chicken stir fry with mixed vegetables

RT Spring Roll

crispy pork and cabbage spring roll served with plum sauce

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What makes Royal Treasure 敦煌 worth the move

Royal Treasure 敦煌 is a strong chinese option in Chinatown in Ottawa when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. RT Spring Roll and Hunan Dumplings also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 4.5/5 Google rating across 520 Google reviews.

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Public rating

4.5/5 from 520 Google reviews

Best for

Group Dinner and casual

Style

Chinese in Chinatown

Spend

Good value

Best for

Group Dinner Cheap Eats Chinatown comfort lunch busy casual

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Google rating: 4.5/5 from 520 reviews

Price point: value

Popular dishes: RT Spring Roll, Hunan Dumplings, Superior Seafood Soup

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Address: 774 Somerset St W, Ottawa, ON K1R 6R1, Canada
Phone: (613) 237-8827
Price: value
TastyPals score: Coming soon
Google rating: 4.5/5 (520 reviews)
Cuisine: Chinese
Neighborhood: Chinatown

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What cuisine does Royal Treasure 敦煌 serve?

Royal Treasure 敦煌 is a Chinese restaurant located in Chinatown, Ottawa. Royal Treasure 敦煌 on Somerset West operates without apology, and that directness is part of the appeal.

What is Royal Treasure 敦煌 best for?

Royal Treasure 敦煌 is best for group dinner, cheap eats, chinatown comfort, lunch, busy, casual. Royal Treasure 敦煌 is a strong chinese option in Chinatown in Ottawa when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. RT Spring Roll and Hunan Dumplings also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 4.5/5 Google rating across 520 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Royal Treasure 敦煌?

Royal Treasure 敦煌 is in the Good value price range (value). Google rating: 4.5/5 from 520 reviews

What should I order at Royal Treasure 敦煌?

Start with Hunan Dumplings, Beef Hunan Style, Superior Seafood Soup and Phoenix + Dragon. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Royal Treasure 敦煌 worth visiting?

Royal Treasure 敦煌 holds a 4.5/5 Google rating from 520 reviews. Royal Treasure 敦煌 is a strong chinese option in Chinatown in Ottawa when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. RT Spring Roll and Hunan Dumplings also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 4.5/5 Google rating across 520 Google reviews.

Where is Royal Treasure 敦煌 located?

Royal Treasure 敦煌 is located at 774 Somerset St W, Ottawa, ON K1R 6R1, Canada. Directions are available via Google Maps.

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