Calypso Queen Caribbean Chinese Cuisine

80 Thickson Rd S, Whitby, ON L1N 7T2, Canada
+1 905-668-8870
$$$ Caribbean restaurant
(206 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Calypso Queen Caribbean Chinese Cuisine in Whitby offers a distinctive blend of Caribbean and Chinese flavors served up in a casual, upbeat setting. This restaurant carves out a niche for itself with a menu that embraces hearty fried and spicy dishes, reflecting the fusion heritage that many locals seek when craving something beyond the usual takeout options.

Located on Thickson Road South, the spot feels approachable yet lively, accented by music that adds to its easygoing ambiance without overwhelming conversation. It’s the kind of place where friends or family might drop in for a relaxed lunch or dinner, especially when they're in the mood for something both comforting and a bit adventurous.

The menu highlights — like Chili Chicken, Jerk Chicken Fried Rice, and Pepper Shrimp Fried Rice — stand out for offering bold flavors with a texture play that draws regulars back. Customers appreciate that the chicken dishes often strike a balance between crispy exteriors and tender interiors, while the spring rolls and crab wontons are favored as starters to share. The portion sizes tend to be generous, which makes it a solid option for groups or those who appreciate leftovers.

Service here tends to be warm and attentive, with staff members often remembered by name, underscoring a local familiarity in the dining experience. The restaurant has gathered a base of patrons who regularly praise both the food and friendly service, suggesting it functions as a dependable neighborhood choice.

For those new to Caribbean Chinese cuisine, Calypso Queen provides an accessible introduction through well-seasoned dishes that lean into comfort with a spicy kick. It’s also convenient for pick-up or dine-in, making it adaptable to different schedules and preferences.

Best for: those looking to explore Caribbean Chinese flavors in a casual spot with a friendly vibe and generous portions.
Who will enjoy it most: locals and visitors open to fusion dishes that blend spice, crunch, and savory depth.
When to visit: lunch or dinner, especially if you want a relaxed atmosphere with music and friendly service.
Atmosphere: casual and lively without being noisy, a neighborhood spot that feels welcoming and comfortably informal.

Highlights
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Best for
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

11:30 AM - 09:30 PM

Tuesday

11:30 AM - 09:30 PM

Wednesday

11:30 AM - 09:30 PM

Thursday

11:30 AM - 09:30 PM

Friday

11:30 AM - 10:30 PM

Saturday

11:30 AM - 10:30 PM

Sunday

12:00 PM - 09:30 PM

206 Reviews
Terisa Turba

13 Nov 2025

I dined in today 1st time at Calypso and hands down had the very best Chili Chicken!...the meat was crunchy on outside and so very tender inside. Also had wonderful starters of shrimp rolls and crab wontons as appetizers. The service experience was amazing and our waitress friendly. Definitely will be returning very soon to enjoy more of the menu here. Calypso has music on and this joint really rocks with flavor.

Jacqueline Correia (NWM Inc.)

02 Nov 2025

I was looking for a Guyanese-style Chinese food restaurant. The write-up was good, so I decided to try it. Very pleased. The deep-fried wings were 5 out of 5. For sure, I'll try this place again. I got the mixed meat fried rice and mixed chow mein, and deep-fried wings.

T.

22 Oct 2025

I saw online that Calypso Queen was highly recommended for Caribbean Chinese food so I gave it a try. We got the Calypso Queen Chow Mein, Calypso Queen Spicy Beef, Pepper Shrimp and because our order was $40+, a free order of wings too. Since this was my first time trying Caribbean Chinese food, I wasn't sure what to expect but was pleasantly surprised by the flavours and even more so the quantity/value. The dishes themselves were generous in portion size, and come with a side of white rice too. The flavours were pretty good. The beef slices was a bit tough, and the noodles were a bit more broken up than I like. The favourite was surprisingly the wings and the hot sauce they give on the side. I'll be back to try some more things.

Tonia H

17 Oct 2025

Love it here it’s my go to in Whitby!! Food is great, service is great, and loved our server Angelena, super helpful and kind 10/10 experience!

Leila S

29 Sep 2025

Ordered the pepper shrimp fried rice and the calypso queen fried rice. Added a shrimp roll on the side, a little pricy ($2.50) The pepper shrimp fried rice was much better. Calypso queen fried was a tad salty, chicken was slight dry and blan I was expecting something more brined and juicy! (The little pepper sauce they give on the side adds a nice flavour though so I added some ontop) I will def be back to try more from the menu! Service was great and the inside has lots of seating for dine in! Thank you!

Sean Dean

13 Sep 2025

The flavours that I'm expecting to taste when I eat Guyanese Chinese food are there. The chicken wings have a ridiculous crunch (still thinking about them lol). No complaints here. Just make sure you put on some gold to eat this food, it's only right.

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