Up on the 2nd floor of a strip mall in West LA, this place had some of the best Chinese I've had in…read morea while. Their Mapo Tofu and Cumin Lamb were awesome. Other dishes include dumplings and white fish (I didn't do the ordering so don't know all the exact names). I would definitely come back. One does have to order of a digital pad for the most part which could be daunting for older folks. Good service. Ambiance could be a bit warmer. But overall great. Parking in their lot could get crowded but seemed like ample parking nearby.

This time it was bad at around 8pm on Friday due to short of hands. Tables by the windows were not…read morecleaned until we were done eating. No one cares for water refill unless you ask. Food serving is fast, but they are all busy for something else and customers have to grab their attention to get service. Food is still as good as before though.

Omg yes!!! Delicious Sichuan food! First of all, the service…read morewas fantastic and the staff were very accommodating! I really appreciate how kind the staff were when our family dined here. It's a casual place, very homey and cozy. Def suits the home cooked style meal served here! We came during their summer combo special! And Man!! For all of the delicious food we had, it was an unbelievable deal! My favorite was the Boiled fish and the Sichuan fries! I can come here everyday! Check them out!!

There are now so many Sichuan restaurants around town, it's hard to say which one is better, as…read moresome do one dish better than another. Sichuan Impression is one I go or order online from often since it is available, and their version of the Stir Fried Chili Chicken dish is my favorite. The fried chicken has a good amount of meat, and they add celery to the dish. Their other dishes such as their dumplings, impressive cold noodle, and a choy (vegetable) are all items I have on repeat. The boiled fish with rattan pepper and other "dry pots" are also very tasty. Be ready for some numbing spice and have lots of water ready if you have any Sichuan food!

I get this place delivered from DoorDash and it tasted great! It's still pretty spicy if you get…read moremild but it's worth it just have some yogurt nearby to aid with digestion Food is very flavorful portions are a good size and the rice was soft and warm

Please note, their current public health rating is a "C". But doesn't C just stand for Chinese? All…read morejokes aside despite the low rating it is still one of the often visited place during lunch hour. It is a bit dead in the afternoon but if you are craving some Szechuan food, some extra spice to really excite you life and excite your wife. This is probably the place. We love their toothpick lamb as well as boil beef. Their level of spice is pre-set so fair warning. But the food is nonetheless delicious despite their rating. Their service is also top notch. They're very attentive and always fills the water before asking. We had to wait here because we were getting our car serviced and they were so nice letting us wait here despite it being a while. This is our new go to spot just for that Szechuan crave. Been here about 5 times now the last year and plan on coming back more! There is also a pretty clean bathroom for a restaurant and street parking. For to go, they also offer walking out to car which is so nice.

Every time my parents are in town from the Midwest, they always ask to go here because they love…read moreit! The staff are always nice and welcoming as soon as you walk in. The restaurant has plenty of seating and walk-ins are welcome. I would maybe recommend making a reservation on a weekend because it can get busy for late dinner. I ordered a mojito to drink which was good. They made a snail out of the lime on my glass which was fun touch. We started with spring rolls and pan-fried dumplings for an appetizer. Both were very good! For the main dish, we ordered green beans, shrimp fried rice, lo main, and their famous slippery shrimp. Everything is very good but the best by far are the green beans and slippery shrimp!!!! We ordered another plate of slippery shrimp to take home, it's that good. The kitchen is quick and the food comes out when it's hot vs waiting till everything is done. The location of the restaurant is in the heart of Chinatown so it's all street parking. They do have valet parking out front on the left side of the restaurant. Overall I love this restaurant and highly recommend coming here for the SLIPPERY SHRIMP!

Yang Chow is located in the wonderful Chinatown of downtown LA. This Chinatown is so cute and fun…read moreto go to and they really need the business so go. Parking can be a bear, but there are lots for a fee. It is safe and fun. Yang Chow has been there forever and they have the best fried rice and soup. They just don't serve bad food. The prices are fair and the place is comfortable and not usually crowded. It is a great place to take friends from out of town and it is kid friendly. The service is so kind and nice. They never rush you, but get your food out fast. We always get a bunch for the table and share. Their Sizzling Platter with Scallops is one of our favorited dishes and their Szechuan Chicken is so good. Their Pan Fried Dumplings and their spring rolls are a must. Have a great time in Chinatown.

My friend and I had a great experience at Daybird. Customer service was stellar throughout our…read morevisit, so thank you to kind gentleman who helped us. My friend got the fish sandwich and I ordered the two tenders along with fries. I got one mild and one medium tender and both were super tasty. She enjoyed the sandwich and the portion was filling. The dipping sauces are fun and I highly recommend trying them. The peach colored one was my favorite. Their fries were also great.

Finally tried this place. Got the fish sandwich medium and chicken sandwich hot…read more Both the chicken and fish were fried perfectly and the fish had really good breading. Be careful when you bite into the fish though because it releases a lot of hot steam. Neither sandwich was too spicy but both had a good kick. Chicken had a good slaw and the pickled peppers were good. Fish sandwich was probably my favorite. Just wish I got some tartar sauce on the side too. Overall really good. Would come back.

We arrived at Mala Class a little before 2 pm on a weekday and there were a few people inside, but…read moreit wasn't too busy. The restaurant itself is pretty small with only a handful of tables. There was just one server working during our visit, but she was incredibly kind and took the time to explain the menu and walk us through everything. Parking is street parking only, but it was surprisingly easy. There are plenty of marked spaces nearby, and the streets are wide enough that getting in and out of the spots isn't difficult. We ordered the Dan Dan Noodles, Dumplings in Chili Oil, and Mushroom Fries. The Dan Dan Noodles had such a good balance of peanut flavor and spice. We went with the default medium spice level, which honestly wasn't very spicy to me, but it was so well balanced that I didn't feel like it needed anything more. The Mushroom Fries were probably the most unique dish we tried. The seasoning reminded me a little of popcorn chicken, but using mushrooms makes them feel so much lighter and easier to keep eating. I could honestly eat so many of these! The Dumplings in Chili Oil were solid too. They're flatter than the traditional chili oil dumplings I'm used to, and while I enjoyed them, they'd probably be the dish I'd swap out next time just so I could try something new. Overall, everything we ordered was delicious, and there are already other things on the menu I want to try. I'm definitely looking forward to coming back!

Highly, highly recommended. We ordered dan dan noodles, pork dumplings, cukes (cucumber) and bean…read morecurd salad, and garlic sauce shrimp. Everything was perfection, but our top three (in order from highest) were the noodles, garlic sauce shrimp, and salad. If you've had Joy, these dan dan noodles are astronomically more flavorful, with so much more depth and mouthfeel (the thicker sauce thoroughly coats every noodle). The way the sauce clung to the noodles reminded me of jjajangmyeon -- love, love, love! The food was so good that we ordered the fried chicken wings to go and snack on at home. A hit. Already daydreaming about my next visit... (Service impeccable and place tiny but cute.)

My friends took me here since they said the food was really good. I was visiting them for the…read moreevening, so we decided to stop by and give it a try. We got the Boiled Fish in Green Pepper Sauce, Toothpick Lamb, and Mapo Tofu. Everything was definitely super delicious. The dishes weren't too spicy for me, and I actually wish they had a bit more heat, but they did have a nice numbing kick to them. I do have a pretty high spice tolerance, though, so my experience may be different from others. My friend thought the dishes were pretty spicy, so keep that in mind if you're more sensitive to heat. The fish was super tender and soft, and honestly pretty addictive to eat. The Toothpick Lamb was pretty much the same--you just pop one in your mouth and then immediately want another. It had a nice salty, spicy flavor that made it really easy to keep eating. The only downside is, well, the toothpicks! They definitely slow you down. I also really enjoyed the Mapo Tofu. It was nice and flavorful and went really well with the other dishes. Overall, everything we tried was really good, and I can definitely see why my friends recommended this place.

Food-wise, this place is easily a 4/5 stars. Service-wise, not quite there…read more When we first walked in, everyone was friendly and we didn't wait long at all, especially considering how packed the restaurant was. They definitely know how to get people seated and keep the crowd moving in, but getting out was another story. Kept getting passed up when we were done and simply trying to leave. The food did take a while, but I can understand that when everything is being made fresh. Just know that if you're on a time crunch, this probably isn't the place for a quick meal. The gentleman who seated us and took our order was really nice, but after that, we pretty much felt forgotten about. Once the food arrived though, it was Good. Very flavorful, authentic Chinese food, and definitely worth trying. The atmosphere is loud and busy, no music, just the sound of a completely packed restaurant, so don't come expecting a quiet, relaxing dinner. Also, fair warning, some of these dishes are Spicy, and I mean actually spicy. If you love some heat, you'll probably love this place. Overall, I'd recommend giving it a try for the food. Lots of dishes to choose from. A good variety too of proteins, vegetables, noodles and Wonton soup.

Always a great experience with pine and crane To go orders…read more The parking there stresses me out so I ended up door dashing. The food came well packed and was delicious as always. The BEEF ROLL and the DAN DAN NOODLES are my go to. The quality and flavor is always consistent. I tried the MAPO TOFU this time. The flavor was good and the portion was bigger than i expected. As always, can't wait to come back!

Pine & Crane - Silver Lake is pretty okay…read more Located on Griffith Park Blvd just off Sunset Blvd & Edgecliffe Drive. It's street parking primarily if you know the Silver Lake area, very few lots, often shared with other businesses... Though rideshare and local transit run frequently in the area. Open from Noon to 10pm most days, closed on Tuesday only. This location doesn't accept or take reservations, unlike their sibling location in DTLA. The menu is similar, the Vegetarian Mapo Tofu which is the Vegan Mapo Tofu at Pine & Crane DTLA doesn't leave as much of an impression. Good Dan Dan Noodles. Solid variety of beverages, including iced teas, loose leaf teas, draft beer, canned beer, bottle beer, sake and wine, with some rotating options. It's mostly small plates, rice or noodle dishes, along with vegetables from the farm #FarmToTable and traditional cold appetizers/salads. Similar items for sell including some pantry finds, trinkets, treasures and things to go, like the wine (good selection). Good for delivery or take out. Okay for dine in, they get even busier at this location. Service is nice. Gender neutral restrooms. No Wi-Fi. No full bar or cocktails. Stellar Wok Tossed Basil Eggplant!

Every dish we ordered at Meizhou Dongpo was packed with flavor and tasted like true comfort food…read more The fried rice was simple but incredibly well executed, with perfectly seasoned rice. The braised pork in brown sauce was rich, tender, and melted in my mouth. My favorite of the meal was definitely the garlic vermicelli shrimp. The shrimp were fresh and cooked perfectly, while the vermicelli soaked up all of the garlic sauce. It was easily the standout dish and something I would come back specifically to order again. The Kung Pao chicken was tender, and a good balance of savory, sweet, and tang. The restaurant isn't that big but it does have tables suitable for larger groups. This is a decent spot for lunch. The only thing is the dishes are a little more expensive compared to other restaurants. The staff were attentive, efficient, and made sure everything arrived promptly which I appreciated.

The Peking duck is still the reason to come, but nearly everything around hasn't kept pace with the…read morecompetition. The space feels worn -- menus tattered, décor dated, the whole interior overdue for a refresh. For a restaurant positioning itself at the higher end of Chinese dining, Meizhou Dongpo is sleeping on the finer details. No complimentary tea service, and rather than offering a pot for the table, they serve individual tea by the mug -- a comically oversized Western mug at that. Chopsticks arrive without spoons, and when you ask for one, you get silverware instead of the porcelain you'd expect at Chinese restaurant. The Peking duck accoutrements came with a little plastic spoon on the tray. Small things, but they add up.The fried rice was a letdown too and looked nothing like the menu photo. Spots like Din Tai Fung and Lunasia Signature are operating at a different level and the gap shows. Meizhou Dongpo has the bones of a great Chinese restaurant. The duck alone proves it. But until they invest in the experience around the food, it's hard to recommend at this price point.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Stopped in for dinner with my family and this place did not disappoint. The staff was one of the…read morebest experiences I've had in recent times visiting Socal. They were super attentive, friendly and professional. They even knew that we were from out of town and they showed patience and also they appreciated our presence and gave us spot on recommendations. The lamp and beef skewers were delicious, both spicy and non spicy variants. Their signature sweet and sour pork was amazing! I've never had anything like it. Chewy, not overly sweet nor overly sour. Perfection! Thanks to this memorable experience, we will be coming back each time we're in town. Keep up the great work Fei Xiang Gong!

Definitely hard to find with construction and no parking attendant to be found. We even saw people…read moregoing into the restaurant downstairs and they were just taking a chance on parking their car without an attendant present. Once we got upstairs though we saw one person cutting vegetables and preparing skewers we thought they were closed, but we were thankful they were not and they had a really great happy hour that my husband and I split. The skewers are amazing and they're just like we had in China. I loved the cold noodles. The banchan a little less variety than what you would get at other places, but it still tasted really healthy and fresh. We were surprised that no other people were there, but we saw a lot of tables that had Plates and napkins on it so it seemed like we were coming at a later part of the lunch hour. I would definitely come back again. I think the skewers were that delicious and the price of the happy hour. It was totally worth it to get the noodles and the skewers together.