Local Review, The Chinese Food Edition: Channing Restaurant vs. Panda Garden

Old favourite or new arrival? A local review of Channing Chinese Restaurant and Panda Garden explores downtown Owen Sound’s go-to spots for Chinese takeout.

Nov 04, 2025

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Dishes from Channing Chinese Restaurant, left, and Panda Garden, right, each in the heart of Owen Sound. Photos from GBP listings.

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If you are looking for Chinese food in downtown Owen Sound, you currently have two choices: Channing Chinese Restaurant, a fixture at the corner of 10^th Street and Second Avenue East since 1988, and the relative newcomer, Panda Garden, part of a small southern Ontario chain.

Bear in mind that you will find what’s known as Canadian …

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A guest post by

Angela Kemble

I am a seasoned writer with a deep love for all things culinary. When not typing or cooking, I can be found exploring local markets and specialty shops, testing restaurant menus, and savouring the diverse cuisines of Grey and Bruce.