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    Chifa

    3.9 (438 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Kathy S.

    Such a great place where Peruvian meets your Asian food cravings. The place is super esthetic and the staff were so sweet. The inside is really fancy and cute with velvet green furniture. Parking is a little tricky but we found some street parking around the corner. The food was absolutely delicious and fresh tasting with favors bursting in our mouths. I would definitely go again. We went for brunch so I would love to go back for dinner.

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    Joe S.

    I've been meaning try out Chifa for quite a while. I finally set aside the time and made a reservation. Having looked at photos of the restaurant, I was pleased to see that they have a parking lot, only to find out that it is being used for outdoor seating. A trip around the block and I found street parking. Upon entering, I was awestruck by the decor! Lots of bright colors and unique chairs with a nice vibe. We were warmly greeted and shown to our table. Our server was great at guiding us through the menu and helping us decide our order. We went for the Causa, Mala Har Gow, Dan Dan Mian, Spiced Okra and their Brûlée Char Siu, along with a couple of cocktails. The cocktails took a while to arrive, but they were delicious. We had the Drunken Yuzu and the Gimme Gimme Gimme. The Drunken Yuzu was made with gin and yuzu giving boozy, tart martini vibes. The Gimme Gimme Gimme was made with Strawberry Tarragon infused gin with a touch of rhubarb and lime. It's hard to describe it but it was our favorite by far! While waiting for the drinks, our Causa arrived. It was beautifully plated and consisted of layers of seasoned mashed potatoes, avocado and bluefin tuna with some aji oil and egg. It was quite tasty. A short while later, the remaining items were served. First was the Dan Dan noodles. Our server claimed this is their most popular dish and it did not disappoint, though the thin noodles were difficult to eat because the peanut sauce thickened as it cooled. I've had these noodles at other places, and while they were good, they were not outstanding. I think I prefer the Dan Dan from Joy....at least they are easier to eat. Next up was the Har Gow, which surprised me when I saw the black wrapper on the dumplings. That's a first. The filling was delicious though the dumpling wrapper was rather bland. I probably wouldn't have noticed except the wrapper would pull itself away from the the filling, forcing you to eat it by itself. Last up was the Char Siu and the Spiced Okra. I was excited about the Char Siu as it is one of my favorite things to eat. And to have it brûléed on top was the icing on the cake. The meat itself was very tender but was lacking that Char Siu taste of 5 spice. The brûlée on top added a nice sweetness but it still didn't quite measure up to my standards, with Chin Chin being my favorite place to order it. But that okra!!!! It was THE BOMB!!! We are both okra fans, especially me having grown up in the south where fried okra is a staple. Their version was sliced and wok fried with a delicious seasoning that included Szechuan pepper as well as pieces of red onion. For those that don't like slimy okra, you needn't worry. The wok frying eliminated that and resulted in these nice, slightly chewy pieces of okra that I am still thinking about today. I could eat an entire order of that by myself. Overall, the meal was pretty good but not the flavor explosion I was expecting. I'll definitely return but I'll focus on some other menu items that caught my eye rather than what the server suggests.

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    Debbie K.

    What a lovely gem in NELA! As soon as you walk in, you're greeted with colorful pops of pink and green. We were seated right away with a reservation. Our server, Ashley, was super friendly. The food was delicious!! Lots of flavor packed in all the dishes. It's family style so we ordered 9 dishes for 5 people. Standouts: Tofu Skin Salad Tiradito-Sea Bream Black Pepper Prawns Lomo Saltado-fries were perfectly crisp even after the meat, onions, and tomatoes were layered on top. Chaufa with pork Drinks were solid!! Family run business. We will definitely be back!!

    Jerry K.

    Food - pretty good flavors and easy on my eyes with the presentation. Loved the mala flavored okra, dan, dan noddles, chasu, and scallops. Drinks- good selection of tasty concoctions, but will lighten your wallet after a a couple of drinks.. at least they are generous with the booze. Ambiance- classy with a touch of funk and modern comforts. Price - more than I like, but good to give it a go on special occasions. Service - excellent, but not overbearing. RESTROOM - GENDER neutral, clean and nicely decorated. Parking - no on-site, but street parking was not bad at 530pm.

    Alejandro F.

    I came here with a couple of friends for a special event being hosted by a different organizer but I still had the chance to try some of their food. I had the chili noodles being sold by the entrance of the patio side of the event. They were super spicy and that was it. Their only flavor profile was spicy/spicy. Noodles aside. the vibes at the place were great, customer service was fantastic and overall the evening was an enjoyable one. Would recommend. 10/10.

    Scallop Crudo
    Tiffany B.

    loved the interior and the vibe!! would go back for drinks or din just for it asian peruvian fusion- super interesting and works. the scallop crudo was rly good (best ive had in a while), dan dan mien was good, si yao chicken and fried rice was fine.

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    Lily W.

    10/10 for vibes, aesthetics, and flavor. Their presentation is immaculate! This is such a cute spot with so much attention to detail in every piece of decor. I loved discovering something new with every dish that came out! I highly recommend the brûlée char siu and dan dan noodles. Everything we tried was delicious but those were the standout items for me. Looking forward to trying out their breakfast/lunch menu soon!

    Nelinda H.

    Went here for a girls dinner and had the most amazing experience. This restaurant has everything: super cute and trendy decor, tasty food + good cocktails, and excellent service. It checks off all the boxes! And who knew a Chinese Peruvian restaurant could be this dang good??!! We ordered several items to share including: scallop crudo, causa, braised spare ribs, black pepper prawn, lomo saltado, fries, fried rice + la chai float, alfajores, and pistachio ice cream for dessert! To say we had a great time while enjoying great food is an understatement. I can't wait to come back here for more! Quick tip: parking is a bit challenging but you'll eventually find a spot on the street (be patient and circle around if you have to or park across the street). Happy eating!

    Christian A.

    Met up with some friends and decided to eat here. Very easy to miss since they don't have a dedicated parking lot but you should be able to find street parking around the area. Limited but delicious menu. We ordered 80% of what they offered and a few drinks. All of us were pleased with all the menu items we ordered. They're bearable for two people but we managed to share between 7 people. Def. Worth checking out. Not spoiling anything here.

    Crystal L.

    We had an event here recently and it was absolutely perfect. The owners could not be more delightful, and they've created this really lovely and gracious space. Although I'm not a huge fan of outdoor dining most of the time, the beautiful outdoor space here is so peaceful with so much greenery and pretty tables, I would happily dine al fresco. As this was a private party, we had small passed plates - a fantastic dim sum combo plate and calamari among others. The dim sum combo was wonderful. Lately, I'm on a real dim sum kick and I was thrilled to see this on the menu. They also really excel at cocktails. They made several specialty drinks for our event and they were all gorgeous and delicious. Parking is a little tough so plan ahead for that. This is an exceptional example of a locally owned family restaurant. Put this on your list for any occasion - date night, special celebration, large party, casual weeknight dinner with friends... It works anytime. Great find.

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    Narek M.

    Ahh, I REALLY wanted to love this place, but for me it was just ok. The mala har gow shrimp dumplings were absolutely the best part of the meal. The brûlée char siu was tasty, but did not come out warm, so it was a little bit weird to have this really rich candied pork belly at room temperature. The noodles were really just alright, I prefer the ones at Joy in Highland Park. Really, the vibe here is the intangible that makes it cool. Even then, the chairs are really uncomfortable to sit in for more than half an hour. I get the need to turn tables, but it's not great when the price point is more in line with a real sit down restaurant. Overall pretty good, would be more fun with a group as the dishes are suited for family style.

    Jennifer K.

    Chifa is one of those rare family-owned restaurants that immediately feels like you've been invited into someone's home for dinner--in the best, most intimate way. The bold Cantonese, Taiwanese, and Peruvian flavors work together so beautifully, and the eclectic decor makes the whole experience feel special and full of character. We tried the lomo saltado, wok hei vegetables, dan dan noodles, and the taradito (sashimi)--every dish was packed with flavor and so thoughtfully prepared. Their cocktail menu is just as impressive, with drinks that pair perfectly with the food. It's the kind of place that's perfect for date night, but also has a gorgeous private space in the back for hosting events or bringing a bigger group. Service was truly top notch--warm, friendly, and attentive without being overbearing. I'm already planning my next visit with more friends so we can try everything on the menu. A beautiful, soulful dining experience from start to finish.

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    David L.

    Really enjoyed our luncheon here. Didn't know what to expect since it was our first time experiencing Chifa cuisine. We were pleasantly surprised to find the fusion well balanced and distinctly flavorful. We really enjoyed the mala har gow and siumai. Also the chicken rice bowl was satisfying. The dipping sauce was outstanding. The mapo tofu and spicy noodles were ok. Cocktails were tasty too. The decor and vibe of the restaurant has an international flair. Doesn't feel like LA. Service is friendly but could be faster. Can't wait to come back and try their dinner menu.

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    Where do I find free, safe parking?

    Safe street parking on Lincoln.

    Is it a safe area to do street parking and walk all the way between the restaurant and our car?

    We finished our meal at 8 pm and walked a couple of blocks to the street where we parked. There was an argument with lots of yelling between two motorbike riders a few meters from us on our way to the car, but we just did not mind them and… 

    From the name, is this peruvian chinese food?

    It's Peruvian and Chinese/Taiwanese food. It's not a fusion restaurant.

    Are dogs allowed in the outdoor dining area?

    yes, as of Nov 2021 they allowed our dogs on the patio as long as they stayed leashed & by our table / out of the staff's way!

    How are the wait times on Sundays?

    no line - just walked right in

    Is there vegan spam?

    Vegan spam?

    Is your restaurant wheelchair accessible, is there room for me and my wheelchair?

    I wasn't paying attention to the wheelchair accessibly

    Does the restaurant serve alcohol?

    Last time I was there which was about a month ago they were trying to get a liquor license.

    Do they have alcohol? BYOB?

    They have a liquor license now. It's not BYOB unless you wanna pay $35 for corkage. 🤑

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    Wow kinda shocked that this dim sum place only has 3.5 ratings! I came here for brunch and all the…read moredim sums we had were so amazing and so good!! The outside looks just ok run down place at China town but really savored every dish. The food wasn't too greasy and foods came out pretty fast. Parking is valet only with cash tip but there are plenty of spots right next to restaurant. I will definitely come back next time when I'm in La and craving dim sum!

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    (3.7k reviews)
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    If you're crazy a-BAO-t dim sum like me, you definitely have to check out @baodimsumhouse !…read more As someone who's super picky about dim sum, I think this spot has some of the BEST and most authentic dim sum in West LA, with an extensive selection of traditional dishes (pork and shrimp shumai, crystal shrimp dumplings, fried radish cakes, egg yolk black buns), as well as fun options such as the Juicy Roulette Xiao Long Bao set. I've been coming here for the past two years, and their quality is stayed consistently high, if not even improving! They also have an amazing cocktail menu (which is more unusual for dim sum spots) and weekday lunch special menu from 12-3 PM, which features select dim sum and traditional Chinese dish combos at VERY affordable prices (all under $20). Honestly, everything I've tried on every visit has been AMAZING, but I highly recommend asking your waiter for recommendations and specials, since I've been able to try so many new dishes that I probably wouldn't have ever ordered. Featured here: house chow fun (beef) Pork & shrimp shumai Juicy roulette Crystal shrimp dumplings Spicy chicken& shrimp wontons Salt & pepper shrimp Shrimp stuffed eggplant Honey walnut shrimp Kung pao shrimp lunch special Sweet and spicy corn ribs Egg yolk black buns mojito lychee martini

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    I never leave reviews, but this place was a total gem. My boyfriend and I were starving on a…read moreSaturday night and wanted good food that was worth the price -- this exceeded our expectations. It has that "hole in the wall" vibe, but the dining area has nice ambience and it wasn't overwhelmingly busy. We ordered the beef and broccoli (with rice) and the chicken chow fun. Both were delicious, flavorful, and came in huge portions -- we even had leftovers. Our total was about $35 before tip, which is amazing for the quality. Highly recommend this spot. It deserves a line out the door, but for now it's our little secret. We'll definitely be back!

    My last two visits have been positive. On my first visit, I placed a to go order for the beef chow…read morefun and kung pao chicken. I asked for extra vegetables with the kung pao chicken, and they added them without charging extra. Both dishes were really good. On my most recent visit, we dined in and ordered the mixed vegetables, orange chicken, and wonton noodle soup with beef brisket. We've had the wontons before, and they're always good and taste authentic. The beef brisket was tender, the wontons were delicious, and they put plenty of fresh bok choy. It was our first time trying the mixed vegetables and orange chicken. The vegetables were fresh, crisp, and flavorful. The dish also included pieces of Chinese sausage and squid. The orange chicken was sliced very thin, and the batter was extra crispy. We enjoyed it, but it's different from the typical orange chicken you'd find at most Chinese fast food restaurants. The customer service is really good here. At the end of our meal, we were offered a complimentary dessert, which was a sweet soup made with sweet potato and egg. It was good and reminded me of a sweet version of egg drop soup.

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