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Dai Ho Restaurant

3.7 (670 reviews)
Closed • 11:30 am - 2:30 pm

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Beef noodle soup
Amy L.

Was pretty hyped up about this place because all of the Michelin recognitions. Inside is your typical mom & pop noodle shop but also with some cold side dishes that you can buy to eat there or for takeout. I got the beef noodle soup and I personally think it's just ok. I was surprised to see that they just used regular ole spinach for the veggie. Not sure if the price is really worth it. Also, just a heads up: this establishment is cash only, so remember to bring your cash!

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Brian V.

Been wanting to go to this iconic noodle spot for a long time. Their hours of 11:30-2:30pm daily provide only a small window to dine here and I'm also assuming it gets busy here on the weekends. So unless you're close buy during the week it may take a bit of planning. The place has the vibe /feel of a mom and pop type place that's been around for quite a while. The offerings are pretty streamlined here with some items available to go, but I went with the classic and order the beef noodle soup. The noodles were chewy and the soup was flavorful and delicious. Because I came in during the weekday, I was able to come and get seated and get my food really quickly. My experience was very easy and satisfying. In terms of parking I found some right on the street. There is a small lot as well.

Jen T.

I've been coming to Dai Ho for years, and there's no denying that their beef noodle soup is delicious. The broth is rich and flavorful, the noodles have a great texture, and it's easy to see why they've built such a loyal following. My biggest issue is the price. When I first started coming here, a bowl was around $12, which already felt a little expensive compared to other noodle shops. Over the years, the price has continued to climb, and now it's about $20 for a bowl of beef noodle soup. While the quality is still good, I personally don't feel the value matches the current price point. It's a tasty bowl of noodles, but at $20, it's becoming harder to justify regular visits when there are so many other great options available. If price isn't a concern, you'll probably enjoy it, but for me, the rising cost has taken away some of the appeal.

Derek L.

$20 for beef noodle soup is pricey but the broth was nice and rich. Got the mild spice and was happy with it especially with the tenderness of the relatively generous portions of beef. $16 for tiny bowl of sesame noodles was a rip off though. Cash only!

Grace C.

There's a parking lot behind the shop. Restaurant has fair number of tables close together, but not good for large groups. They're known for their Beef Noodle Soup, $20. Large chunks of beef which were pretty soft. The broth was tasty. A little spicy for our kids. Sadly, the Vegetable cold noodles was literally just noodles, sliced cucumbers and sauces on the side. See photo. VERY overpriced for $16. Would not order it again.

Annie C.

We came because of their latest post pop up about how good their food are. Lets say I dont think I will be back again. Beef stew itself did cooked amazingly soft. But thats all there is. Not sure about Michelin stars level. The soup based is too plain. We order original the spicy and a mild ($20 each). And we ordered the sesame noodles ($16) just sesame and noodles not sure how this can be at $16. Their side dishes in to-go small container range $14-$18 (way over priced). We went in 6 people of course there was a wait which is fine but 2 sesame noodles and 3 beef stew noodles for over $120 not sure if i will return. I prefer PP pop in monterey park or same owner Mr Dragon noodles on valley San Gabriel over this.

Brandon K.

Purely based on taste, it's probably the best beef noodle soup outside of taiwan. Beef is super tender and flavorful. Broth is perfectly seasoned and savory. But $20 for a bowl? A little ridiculously steep imo. Also how is a side of tripe $16? It's a couple spoonfuls worth. Pretty bummed by the weird hours, steep prices, and cash only. Paid with zelle. But couldn't find the prices of the side dishes anywhere. Didn't necessarily like that. Paid $100 for 3 bowls of beef noodle soup, a side of bean curd and a side of tripe. Way too pricy. That being said, I'll probably be back but not for a while lol.

beef stew noodle soup
Cindy C.

It's a small cozy restaurant in the corner, not a lot of parking in the parking lot but there's street parking, my bowl started at $19, I rate it a 7.5/10 because I loved the meat, prob one of the best meat I've tasted in a noodle soup, I'm not the biggest fan of beef noodle soup hence my rate is biased but this was their specialty so I got to try it! It's a Michelin one star location as well!

Menu (January 2026)
Erik G.

I've heard great things about this spot serving authentic Taiwanese beef noodles in Temple City, but it's extremely difficult to find time in our schedules, as they're only open 6 days a week, from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Just a heads-up: they only accept cash or Zelle. We ordered two dishes to share - the #1 Sesame Sauce Dry Noodles ($15.00) and the #5 Beef Stew Soup Noodles ($19.00). Both were excellent! From a value perspective, the Beef Stew Soup Noodles offered more for your money with a generous portion of beef, soup, and noodles, while the Sesame Sauce Dry Noodles felt a bit pricey for the portion size. We recently tried a similar dish at another well-known Taiwanese restaurant in DTLA, but we preferred Dai Ho's creamy sesame flavor. The Beef Stew Soup Noodles were cooked perfectly - the noodles were bouncy, and the broth was fragrant, spicy, and not overly oily. My wife, who is Chinese and lived in Taiwan, says they're authentic, but not as good as the ones in Taiwan, but better than anything we've had here. We will definitely be back the next time we are craving authentic Taiwanese noodles!

Beef noodle soup
Andrea Y.

The best beef noodle soup in the SGV! I've heard about this place for a while but it wasn't the most convenient to go with their hours. Well I'm glad I finally tried it. The noodles were the perfect size and chewiness. The broth was beefy, slightly spicy, and perfectly seasoned without being too soy sauce heavy or herb/anise heavy. The meat was so tender and not dry at all. Literally no notes, perfect beef noodle soup in every aspect. So hearty and comforting.

Sesame Noodle
Caes F.

Craving Taiwan Flavor and Noodles? Dai Ho specializes in comfort food and taste so good. My family loves this place for reliable taste. Ordered the following: 1. Dan Dan Noodles (Peanut Sauce) extra spicy **** 2. Vegetal Dry Cold Noodles **** 3. Chicken Noodle Soup

Beef noodle soup
Angie K.

Dai Ho is a family run restaurant in the heart of Temple City. They have amazing noodle dishes, you can't go wrong with anything you order there. My go to dish is the Taiwanese beef noodle soup. It's the perfect portion size and the broth is so rich and delicious. They close as soon as they are out of food for the day. The service is great too, they are very quick with their orders and the staff are very friendly. I recommend this place for anyone looking for some comfort food.

beef stew noodle soup
Rachel L.

Came on a Saturday afternoon at around noon and the restaurant was packed! The wait wasn't long and we were seated promptly. Ambiance is definitely on the more casual end. Service was attentive. Heads up: restaurant only takes Zelle/cash and is only open from 11:30AM-2PM. 1. Beef stew noodle soup- rich, bold and flavorful broth. Beef was also very tender and fresh. Definitely a comforting, satisfying bowl- but slightly on the pricey side for what it is. Parking can be a bit difficult with the small lot in the back but you can definitely find street parking in the front.

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I was craving pork chop rice the other day and couldn't think of where to go, but I remembered…read morehearing that Why Thirsty had a solid pork chop, so I decided to give it a try. I've only had their drinks and popcorn chicken in the past, which were decent. I called in a pickup order and the food was ready in about ten minutes. As of 12/06/25, they currently do not offer dine in and are only doing takeout. I ordered the Railroad Pork Chop, which is the traditional Taiwanese style where the chop is marinated and grilled or pan seared instead of fried. It came with rice and two veggie sides, and everything tasted fresh. The pork chop was flavorful and tender, and the marinade went perfectly with the rice. Overall, a pretty solid meal and I would definitely come back for it again. Not many places still make the railroad style pork chop like this, so it's worth trying if you're a fan.

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I have been a long time fan of Ding's Garden. I went to their original location in Rowland Heights…read moremany moons ago but have been only returning to their Arcadia location.  There's so many good items on their menu but here are my usual go to: *XLB - juicy and full of flavor. definitely tastes great eating it fresh *fried pork chop (appetizer)  - perfect portion size and crunch.  *shanghai noodles - my kids love this dish and we usually have to order 2. *shrimp fried rice - this one is a good portion size and tastes great.  *pan fried wontons - this is my hubby's favorite. we like to dip this with the XLB dipping sauce. this is surprisingly pretty juicy too so be prepared for it to burst.  If you can't tell by now, this is a great go to spot to fill the belly and not break the bank. Staff are really nice and on top of it. A clean establishment and this Yelper definitely gives it 2 thumbs up.   Tips: Indoor seating only. Accepts credit card. Restroom available for customers. Ask for the sweet chili oil. That's the best, that they keep in a cold fridge. Made fresh and is a great addition to your dishes. Parking is shared with other local businesses i.e. Vons, subway, Yifang, etc.

My friend and I were craving Taiwanese food and came across this spot. We ordered the beef roll,…read morebeef noodle soup and the pork chop fried rice (not pictured, was too hungry). All of the dishes tasted so good. It had a comforting feeling to it. My favorite was the pork chop fried rice. The fried rice had wok hei to it and was flavorful. It didn't just taste like rice and eggs. The pork chop was also very tender! My friend's favorite was the beef noodle soup. He's Taiwanese and ranks this as one of the best ones he's ever had! The beef noodle soup was also flavorful and they give a good amount of tender beef pieces. The beef roll was just okay. The dough could've been a bit thicker and crunchier. It had the texture of a tortilla instead. Service was excellent! The server was quick and attentive. We received our food within 10 minutes of ordering. There is plenty of seating inside and parking is in a shared lot with other businesses. Would come back and would also recommend!

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Dai Ho Restaurant - taiwanese - Updated October 2026

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