If you grew up as a Richmond local, you’ve probably heard of Deer Garden Signatures. Known as one of the OG Hong Kong style soup noodle restaurants, they’ve built a reputation for comforting bowls and generous portions.
Their iconic ordering system is what makes them stand out: you’re handed a paper slip, choose your soup base, noodle type, toppings, and drink, then pass it back to your server. Soon enough, your custom bowl arrives piping hot at the table.
Build-Your-Own Noodle Bowls 🍲
Deer Garden Signatures’ noodle bowls start at $17.25, which includes:
- 2 toppings of your choice
- A noodle type of your choice
- One soup base
- A hot drink
Add more toppings for $2.75 each, or upgrade to a specialty drink for an extra $2.25. We went with the strawberry milkshake and had no regrets.
This DIY style makes Deer Garden a go-to for anyone who loves customizing their meals.
Here’s what we ordered on our visit:
- 🍲 My Bowl – Tomato & Pumpkin Fish Soup, Thick Rice Noodles, Mini Cheese Sausages, Fish Fillet
- 🍲 Bowl 2 – Chaochou Style Dried Fish & Minced Pork Fish Soup, Korean Sweet Potato Crystal Noodles, Sliced Beef, Fish Fillet
- 🍲 Bowl 3 – Gingko & Pepper Fish Soup, Egg Noodles, Beef Balls, Fish Puff
Every bowl was packed with flavour, and the proteins were tender enough to melt apart.
More Than Just Soup Noodles 🍚🍝
Beyond noodles, Deer Garden Signatures also offers plenty of Hong Kong café-style comfort dishes. We tried their Minced Pork Cake on Rice, which came with generous portions of meat and a comforting home-style flavour.
Their menu also features:
- Classic baked rice and baked spaghetti dishes
- Traditional steamed rice sets
- Café-style drinks and sides
Locations in Richmond and Vancouver 📍
Deer Garden Signatures now has multiple locations — two in Richmond and one in Vancouver. So whether you’re local or visiting, it’s easy to stop by for a bowl.
Most Richmond locals know them well, but if you’re visiting Vancouver, their location there makes it just as convenient to grab a meal.
New DIY Hotpot Concept 🔥
Recently, Deer Garden Signatures also launched a DIY pay-by-weight hotpot concept. Think of it as the modern version of their soup noodle setup — but with full hotpot ingredients you can pick and choose from their self-serve ingredients bar.
Our top 3 favourite soup bases were:
- 🍅 Tomato Soup
- 🌶️ Sichuan Spicy Soup
- 🍋 Thai Tom Yum Soup
At the end of the meal, they serve a free seasonal dessert — we got to pick between soft serve ice cream and black sesame pudding.
If you’re not in the mood for hotpot, Deer One also offers a variety of snacks and bubble teas, making it a versatile spot whether you’re going for a full hotpot experience or just a quick bite.
Final Thoughts – Why Deer Garden Signatures Is Still an OG ✅
With multiple locations across Richmond and Vancouver, Deer Garden Signatures has become a staple of the Lower Mainland dining scene. From their nostalgic paper slip ordering system to their filling bowls of noodles, they’ve stayed true to their roots while branching out into new dining concepts like Deer One Hotpot.
If you’re craving authentic Hong Kong style soup noodles — or want to try a modern pay-by-weight hotpot — this innovative team has something for you. And if you’re a noodle lover, you’ll also want to check out our review of Yunshang Rice Noodle, another local favourite.
👉 Check out more restaurant reviews on our BiteBuddy blog, and don’t miss both of our Instagram reels for Deer Garden Signatures and Deer One Hotpot to see the full experience in action.