The orange chicken and soup dumplings sooo good. This place is not super big so go over times, they can get busy! Ordered about 8 different dishes and they all were worth it! read more

Don't wait for them to take your order. They might not come. We waited a long time and then come to find out later when she's talked to another table that you ordered from the QR code, which wasn't invisible for my side of the table. Some food was really good. I like the soup dumpling but it was really hard to get it out of the foil container and it was stuck, which punctured it so we didn't get the full effect of the soup dumpling. My salt and pepper shrimp some parts were very salty and I usually like salty food. And my string beans look like had some old string beans in there. That were darker than the rest of the string beans. Was not a fan of the taste of the Shanghai meat buns. Also try to check out on the app but it wouldn't let me and told me it would queue my server and she never came. We tried to call her over several times and even asked for boxes two times. But she helped somebody else instead. Also, the pricing on this place is really expensive compared to other places. We only had four dishes and paid almost $100. The place was a little nice clean. Parking is a little rough. If you come after 6 PM, you can find street parking. read more

Dew Drop Inn - Chinese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I came by again with my mom, like my previous review, the spot is pretty small and feels quite homey, more suited for smaller parties. It was just us and one other party at first but they quickly become packed after we were seated. The water didn't have the same dish soap taste issue I had last time so that's an upside. We ordered: * Salt and Pepper Lamb: 7.6/10 This was flavorful and fried pretty well. It's seasoned very similarly to the fish dish I had the last time I was here. They seem to utilize curry powder in all of their "salt and pepper" dishes. My main gripe about this dish is that the CHUCKS of fat. Maybe that would be appealing to some but each lamb stick had like ~35% fat which is A LOT if you consider that there's already not much meat on each rack. * Broccoli and Seafood Stir Fry: 7.5/10 This was nothing exceptional, I feel that you can definitely get this at any Chinese restaurant. It was flavorful and the veggies and seafood was cooked well (not over or undercooked). * Orange Chicken: 7.5/10 Tastes exactly like panda express but with a slightly better frying method? However, the pieces of chicken was a lot less substantial (many random thin and small pieces) I would note that the dishes do take a while to be made and brought out. We honestly wanted to try the pan fried pork buns but the quantity was too much for us to justify ordering it for just the two of us (on top everything else). I think that may be the only thing I would come back to try. Since it is very close to my home that's another appeal but otherwise, I feel like most other Chinese spots are comparable. read more

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First time visit, but looking forward to our next time. Dropped in on a Friday at 4 PM for an early dinner, beat the crowds and the staff accommodated an odd number of party of five at a spacious table. PARKING: we walked over from a nearby apartment, but the narrow lot had only a handful of spaces and was full before the restaurant opened. plan on street parking, Beretania at dinnertime :(( SERVICE: Service was friendly and attentive, staff made good suggestions about the right amount of food to order. FOOD: Dishes were all very tasty Tofu choisum - tasty and light. Garlic beans - super crunchy yet soft inside, perfectly cooked. best i've ever had. Salt and pepper shrimp - huge crispy butterflied shrimp. Chicken potstickers - well cooked but ordinary, could use a little more filling Pork soup dumplings - juicy, subtle flavor. Maybe i'd order it every second or third visit for variety. Orange chicken - Over marinated, like when the meat turns translucent if you know what i mean. Also the sauce is a little heavy. Crispy duck - a bit too salty. read more

An unpretentious small hole-in-the-wall that's been serving solid Northern Chinese style food with generous portions for over 30 years. Hits: The xiao long bao had a wonderful burst of umami rich broth with tender pork inside. Warm and comforting. The dough a bit thick for my taste. The crispy duck was absolutely spot on. Crackling skin with juicy, succulent, meat. Drew rave accolades from my Shanghainese sister-in-law. My favorite the clams in black bean sauce . I usually prefer smaller clams, and these were on the larger side, but they nailed the sauce. Perfect balance of sweet, salty, and that unmistakable black bean funk. Spoon that sauce over white rice and let me have a moment to myself. Miss: The cold ginger chicken. Good flavors but a bit dry. Good friendly service. There's a small parking lot on the side of the restaurant that can hold about 8 cars. Happy Eating!! read more

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This place is pretty fabulous! The food is amazing and fresh and so good. The orange chicken is incredible!! Soup dumplings wonderful! Honestly everything was so good. All served family style and decent portions, the orange chicken could have a larger portion since it was family style. Service was fast. They are very friendly and so nice. You will most likely need a reservation. It gets packed. There is no parking, so you will have to go down the street across the Chic Fila in the public parking. It also fills up fast. So just prepared to get street parking and walk there. This place is quaint and has 8 tables so be patient, and make sure to get there early and hope you can sit and eat! read more

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Saw an instagram review for this place and wanted to come out to try it. The food was amazing, everything came out hot and the staff are very kind. Will definitely be recommending! read more

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Ok hi girlies and friends The bad: let me preface by saying it was a full house. That being said it made sense that it took at least 20-25 minutes to get our first dish. Also I wish they had enough ice to keep the water in the pitchers cold. Meh. Next time I'll just bring a hydro flask. Also the only bathroom is a one stall that makes you take a journey from the dining area, thru the kitchen and down a short hall. Alas I'm a whimsical betch and enjoyed the open house embarkment The good: good service. Friendly. Attentive. For the most part. Restaurant was clean with food ambiance. We got the following dishes: house fried rice, beef broccoli, pot stickers and sesame bread The HFR was interesting with a veggie medley of corn, carrots, green beans, green onion and slivers of onion. It also had lup cheong, shrimp and I think pork. I'd maybe get it again if I didn't want just plain white rice The potstickers. Great taste but no potstickers sauce that I'm used to getting with dishes such as and therefore as gyoza. Alas a concoction of shoyu vinegar and chili paste (?) that was available to us on the table sufficed. The filling was a yummy nugget of pork and chunk of shrimp. Great wrapper too. The texture made me think it was made in house. Beef broccoli was also yums. Broccoli still has crunch while not fearing I'd break a tooth. Beef was juicy and tender. Great flavor. Sesame bread. My cumpanion suggested getting it after reading reviews from other attendees. It was interesting. It was giving pita bread but hot and Asian with white and black sesame seeds. I'd say get it but use it as a vessel to sop up grave from other dishes. Would go again read more

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We ordered pickup here and it was delish! Usually pickup food can be tricky and may not be as good but it was! I followed recommendations by others and ordered Orange Beef, Garlic String Beans, and my husband got Mongolian Beef. Honestly the Mongolian Beef wasn't good, but the Orange Beef and String Beans were delicious! They gave it to us with the sauce on the side which is smart so it doesn't become soggy. I was suspicious cause the fried beef looked white so I was nervous but when we dipped the beef into the sauce, it was soooo good! We will have to try this place again but so far this has been the best Chinese food that we've found on island! And my aunt used to have Chinese cooks from China that worked in her restaurant so I'm very picky! read more

Just tried this small mom and pop restaurant as was pleasantly surprised on how good some of their dishes were. Not everything was on point but overall it was a good meal. The best things we ate were the orange chicken and pork eggplant. The dumpling soup was a little bland, crispy lamp chops were tasty but a little too oily for my liking. Shanghai dumplings were good. I would like to try here again and try some of their other dishes. read more

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Both times I've ordered Uber Eats from this place has been horrible unfortunately. My partner, my mom, and I ordered from here on Christmas and it was really bad. First, it took nearly 2 hours (uber eats driver's fault, not there's) and when we go it everything was cold and soggy. Our pan fried pork buns were incredibly soggy and somehow WET and mushy also. And our orange chicken had NO ORANGE SAUCE. It was dry. My mom and partner got really bad food poisoning from it afterwards. I will say it was quite late when we ordered it so it may have been the last of what was left, but I don't think that should excuse it. The best thing was the fried rice but it was really basic fried rice. Nothing special. Lowkey ruined our Christmas a bit. Their menu LOOKS so good but the execution is so horrible. Idk if the dine in experience here is different but it should be consistent even with take out. Especially if I'm paying MORE. read more

Dew Drop Inn - What was SUPPOSED to be our Orange Chicken. No sauce - Chinese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

My good friend and I love coming here after a day at HoMa. It's the perfect place for an early dinner. she loves the beef over crispy fried noodles, and I love the chicken and mushrooms. Mmm so tasty and comforting! Service is so Aloha. I love this place every time and cannot wait to come back very soon. I think they take reservations but you can sometimes walk in when they first open. read more

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Love this spot cause it's Taiwanese! Got their ja ja mien and shao bing to go! Both comfort foods! Great spot to come for dinner if you're craving Taiwanese foods!? read more

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A bit pricey but I do love their food. They are friendly too. If you're doing a quick phone order pick up, the guy said you can double park in the small lot right next to the restaurant. My go-to are the vegetarian buns! read more

Dew Drop Inn on Beretania is small--about 8 tables--which makes the room feel intimate. We went on a Sunday at 7 PM and it was buzzing. Every table was full, servers were moving fast, and food was coming out quickly. People kept walking in looking for seats, but the room stayed full. Service was very nice and friendly, and the place felt homey and local We ordered three dishes: dumplings (pork and chives) for $18, Choy Sum Bean Curd for $18, and the Shao Bing (pork, veggies, tofu) for $19. Everything was good, but nothing struck me as special. The exception was the Shao Bing, which was new to us and very delicious. At $18-19, the meal felt pricey for what we got. If I return, it will be for that Shao Bing; the rest didn't justify the price the same way Overall, the food was good but didn't show that extra X factor we look for. Given the $18-19 pricing across the board, that matters. The Shao Bing delivered; the dumplings and Choy Sum Bean Curd did not feel worth those prices read more

Dew Drop Inn - shao bing - pork + veggies - Chinese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Recently had the opportunity to dine at the Dew Drop Inn with my family at 1088 S Beretania St located directly across the Auntie Pasto's Italian Restaurant, diagonally from the First Hawaiian Bank in the Makiki area. Have always driven past this unique location until it was shared by several friends. The respective dishes we tried were the Mongolian Beef, Mushroom Chicken, Soup Dumplings, Green Onion Pancakes, and the Sweet Cinnamon Rolls. Highly recommend this type of Taiwanese cuisine. Very different from a typical Chinese restaurant. The food was very tasty and the portions were great. The service was prompt and excellent. Will most likely make this restaurant as a go-to place in the near future to try other dishes on their menu. Dinner was exceptional! read more

Best Chinese/Taiwanese food I've had in a long time! [Location] This unassuming gem is located on Beretania near Chick-fil-a. There are very limited parking spots to the left-hand side of the restaurant entrance. Drive with caution as there are people that walk by and the space is narrow. You can also park at a metered spot, but be mindful of the time you park and cost. I believe the restaurant has a restroom, though I'm not sure. The space is much larger than it looks, and well ventilated. Nice and cool! Wish I had brought a light jacket. Limited seating. I can see how the place can get packed quickly. [Food] My boyfriend and I enjoyed the Shanghai pork buns (came with black vinegar) which were super delicious! The Taiwanese noodle soup (described spicy) is the star of the menu. The broth is flavorful, lots of aromatics! Plenty of tender beef morsels and delicious ong choy. If you don't like cilantro, you may not appreciate this dish. I also found it interesting that the noodles were more udon-like than I've seen in different renditions of this dish. My boyfriend liked his Mongolian beef but noted it wasn't spicy. I didn't care for the Mongolian beef because there wasn't much to it, in portion or taste. The dish didn't come with rice, so we had to order a side bowl of jasmine rice for $2.00 extra. Good portion of rice, very well cooked. This place is BYOB, though I'm not certain if there is a corking fee. The dishes were priced on the high side but I did leave with plenty of leftovers! [Service] The staff were very kind and friendly, though not the most attentive. We had to ask for hot tea, as we were only given ice waters; however, the tea was flavorless (tasted like water). We also waited quite a while to order (despite being the only ones seated at the time), and even had to get out of our seats to grab some to-go boxes and the check from an employee. Still, we enjoyed our experience and everyone was very pleasant! My boyfriend and I will visit again! Parking isn't fun but the food is worth the hassle. read more

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Dew Drop has been at the same location since the 80s. It's one of the very few local mom and pop restaurants that I like going to. The owner Charlie and wife, Becky, cook up Taiwanese dishes with a local taste. The dumplings are good as well as their ground pork sesame bread pockets. Finish your meal with some black sesame balls. This is a small restaurant seating around 25 people comfortably, but can probably pack 35 diners. Becky runs the front of the house and Charlie does the cooking. Their son Jimmy helps out both in the front and in the kitchen. They have a parking lot next door to the restaurant that has space for 8 cars. If that is full your option is street metered. read more

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Really good Taiwanese style beef noodle soup- tasted like home to me! Portions are great. We shared the noodle soup plus white rice and tasty Mongolian beef. Servers are so friendly but sometimes the language barrier can cause order mixups, so it's best if you're patient or can speak Mandarin Chinese :) looking forward to trying lots else on their menu! read more

Dew Drop Inn - Taiwanese beef noodle soup - Chinese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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First time to this small restaurant in Honolulu. We were lucky to find a parking space right outside the front door. We ordered bean curd with choy sum, spicy beef noodle soup, black bean sauce fish filet. Mostly good--choy sum was good, bean curd, wish it was deep fried tofu instead, spicy beef noodle has tender beef, tasty soup, noodles too thick--prefer thinner noodles--black been sauce fish filet was very good, had brocolli in it too, liked that. Steamed rice very well cooked read more

I finally got to try Dew Drop Inn in Honolulu, and I'm glad I did. It was my first time and the place has a quiet charm family-run, with a menu full of northern Chinese dishes that feel both familiar and new. I went in with no expectations, just curiosity. A few dishes really stood out: #12, the cold egg with pressed tofu, had a unique texture and flavor that caught me off guard in a good way. #66, the Szechuan eggplant, packed bold seasoning with just the right heat. #41, the steamed fish with ginger onion sauce, was clean and comforting and #7, the spicy boiled chicken dumplings, were a highlight tender, flavorful and topped with fresh herbs and crispy shallots that gave it a nice lift. I didn't get around to trying #50 (orange chicken) or #58 (salt and pepper lamb) but I did sample #9, the cold jellyfish. It was more subtle than the others, but still interesting. You can tell the kitchen is run with care but I noticed the focus seems to lean more toward takeout these days. The in-person service was quiet, not as hands-on as I would have expected. All-in-all I'm planning to go back with family soon. There's a lot more on the menu I want to try and I'd love to support a local spot that's clearly built on tradition and heart. read more

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I just got salmonella poisoning from the orange chicken when it was delivered on Doordash. I've never been sicker.

Dew Drop Inn is such a solid spot when you're craving homestyle Northern Chinese dumplings and comfort dishes in Honolulu, and this visit definitely reminded me why it's a local favorite. We started with the boiled dumplings, and they were exactly what I wanted: chewy, handmade wrappers with a juicy, flavorful filling that tasted fresh, not greasy or heavy. The Shanghai vegetable buns were a standout too--fluffy, slightly chewy dough with a savory veggie interior that felt hearty but still light enough that you keep reaching for "just one more." The egg drop soup hit that simple comfort-food lane: silky egg ribbons in a clean, lightly seasoned broth that paired nicely with all the doughy, carb-y dishes on the table. The spicy chicken dumplings brought the heat and ended up being my favorite of the night--tender filling with a nice kick from the chili oil and seasoning, bold without blowing out your palate. It's the kind of plate you keep circling back to between bites of everything else. Service is casual but efficient, and the whole place still has that tiny, slightly old-school vibe that matches their reputation for dumplings, buns, and noodles. Overall, Dew Drop Inn continues to be a must-visit when I'm craving comforting dumplings and Shanghai-style bites in town, and I'd gladly come back just for the veg buns and spicy chicken dumplings alone. read more

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Great new spot- come hungry. Service was great they came with water often and the kids ate everything read more

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Happy 2025 Luna new year!! We had great time on the Luna New Year's Day!! Spicy sauce won ton shrimp & pork was good!! We would want to comeback to try different menu! read more

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Food is ono! Service was very nice It wasn't crowded so the ambiance was chill. We got here at 4:30pm and there was only one other table in here read more

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Always enjoyable, Especially Dim sums for local guets and for visitors from Japan, Korea.

Dew Drop Inn is a charming, hole in the wall place offering delicious northern Chinese food. We drive past this all the time and finally decided to take the chance last night. Food/Drink: BYOB a plus. 4.5/5 All dishes were delicious! We ordered: +Shanghai Pork Meat Buns ($24.95) - this was a large portion and great to share with table. Similar to Manapua - but this is crispy on the outside and filled with juicy pork inside. Served with the a side of black vinegar sauce. A must! +Orange Beef ($18.95) - this was my favorite dish of the night. Perfectly crispy pieces of fried beef, covered in the most authentic orange sauce. Puts Panda Express to shame! +Crispy Roast Duck - Half ($23.95) - Flavorful and juicy - but not as crispy as I thought. Served with hoisin sauce. Delicious. +2 Bowls of white rice ($2 each) Always need rice to accompany meat dishes! Value: For the large portions and high quality, It was sure worth it! We did have some leftovers, which he boxed for us with a side of black vinegar sauce. Service: Not only was the food amazing, but the service was equally as good. What sets this place apart from most Chinese restaurants is the service! Only one young friendly male server working the front as taking orders, delivering dishes, and tending to all customers. He was attentive throughout our dinner and checked in on us appropriately. Wait: It was very busy with mostly locals dining, but surprisingly we only waited about 15 minutes for a table. I'd call and make reservations if you planned to come in a larger group. Lots of takeout orders as well. Location/Parking: The con: location! There's a very small lot located in the right side, with only a few spots and mostly street parking. None were available, so we had to park a few streets over and walk. Very busy street. We would definitely come back again in the future! read more

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Great flavors, complex and nuanced texture for crispy duck and orange beef. Excellent service and clean restaurant. Nice decorations and wall art. read more

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We've been looking for a great Chinese restaurant in the area. Came across this joint. Nice mom and pop feel. We ordered for take out. Orange chicken was good. Probably a bit better than foodland's but below whole food's. Shrimp with veggies was good. Meaty portions of shrimp. Veggie egg rolls had a nice crunch. Portions were enough as well. Service for take out was good. Overall 4/5 for me. read more

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The staff were very friendly and welcoming. We came at 445pm which was right before the dinner traffic which started to get busy at 530pm. They take reservations but we came before it got busy so we're seated immediately. The food was good, not great. The Mapo Tofu was a 7/10 according to my child who claims expertise in all things Mapo Tofu. The steam buns here probably the best thing we tried. The fried shrimp were too flaky and the green beans were meh. The spicy wontons were decent, but I am still searching for the best that can beat those spicy wontons that I found in Burnaby, BC. I really want to give it a better review but there are better places in Honolulu. Parking was not great and is a deal changer for my wife if she had to go alone. We parked on the street, which is paid meters until 6pm Mon-Sat. Free on Sunday. Parking on the side of the building is small and packed. The ambiance inside was nice. Very homely vibe. read more

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Best Chinese food on Oahu! Family style, good sized portions, and throughly enjoyed everything we tried!

My parents found this place making some foods we weren't able to find since the only place in the Chinese cultural plaza closed down years ago. Call early and make an appointment. They were booked like crazy. We got real lucky and they said if we got there when they opened they could squeeze us in before all the big reservations started. This is a real local mom and pop kind of restaurant. So please treat them nice and be pleasant. They appear to be understaffed with the amount of people they cram in there. When the reservations started coming it was non stop and they were full up. A very popular place for a Monday. The food is great. Lots of flavor and spice but not crazy spicy like you hear about northern Chinese foods in China. The sticky rice roll and the bread pockets you fill with the meat filling were both what we missed and stand outs. The beef noodle soups and hot/sour soups were right behind it in rankings for us. If you can get a reservation we highly recommend trying this place! Pricing is a bit higher than other Chinese restaurants BUT the serving sizes appear to be more family sized so you definitely get your money's worth in our opinion. read more

The Taiwanese beef noodle soup is hearty and has a homemade comfort feel. If I'm in this neighborhood, I would pick up a bowl. The garlic Choy sum was simple and hit the spot for me. I would definitely come again to try other meals on their menu. I've only done phone orders and picked up my food. Boss lady was polite and quickly took my order & I arrived in 20 minutes. Parking is limited so you may have to wrangle for street parking. The restaurant is small and homey. read more

Dew Drop Inn - They're going on vacation from April 15 - May 10. - Chinese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

My friend and I were looking for a place to eat around the area and found this restaurant that had relatively good reviews. We saw they had XLB and decided to check it out. It's located in a very small building next to a barbershop and across of Izakaya Danji Honolulu and Queen Ka'ahumanu Elementary School on Beretania St. There's a very small parking lot with maybe 6 stalls but quite a bit of free street parking around the area. My friend and I ordered a ton of food and shared family style as it was a Chinese restaurant with huge portions. We ordered: - Shao Long Bao (XLB - pork soup dumplings) - they were quite good! Loved how there was 8 rather than the normal 4 or 6 soup dumplings. However, I don't believe they were house made which was kind of a disappointment. But understandable as they're one of the more difficult items to homemake. - Spicy Sauce Wonton Shrimp & Pork - this was very good. Loved the sauce, and the amount of protein in the wontons were not sad and skimpy which was the biggest plus. They were quite plump and delicious! - Shanghai Noodle with Chicken - lots of flavor in the dish with a variety of proteins and vegetables. It wasn't too salty or bland which was a good starch to have with the other dishes we ordered. But I overall didn't really care much about this dish. - Orange Chicken - at first, I was kind of skeptical in ordering this but my friend wanted it. Orange chicken was one of the few Chinese foods that I'm skeptical of because it was not a true Chinese dish (lol). However, this dish surprised me! The chicken was coated very well in both flour and sauce. It had such a nice crunch and the flavor of the glaze wasn't too overwhelming (just a tad too much in my opinion). But the crunch was what really made the dish really good. I found it kind of funny that there were oranges under all the chicken as well (peep at pic). Overall, this restaurant was pretty good! There's an extensive menu of literally everything that probably won't be found in other restaurants to choose from so if I ever want to make my way back, I would love to try their other items on the menu, such as their peppered salted pork spareribs, jellyfish, shao bing sesame bread. read more

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This is a whole in the wall restaurant that's a must!!! Everything we ordered was so yummy! The pictures captures all the goodness! It's a family owned restaurant so you know heart and soul went into every dish! Definitely 5 a Yelp for taste alone! The restaurant is clean that's definitely a star earned for that The service is awesome - attentive, got water filled and the hot tea too! Another start earned Parking lot is small but handful of on street parking across the street. The restaurant fills up quick from the time the doors opened. So make sure you call ahead and to check the wait time. The fat cells was doing the happy dance from the whole experience! Well deserved 5 star review! I will definitely return!!! read more

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The bean curd roll is my favorite dish here. The black bean fish is also very good. I used to work right across the street from here for years and I never tried this place because I thought it was vegetarian only! They have meat and fish and vegetables! Parking is terrible. Like 6 stalls max. There's usually a line on the street from ChikFilA blocking the driveway to get in. If it's an online order that I've paid for, I just park in the middle of the driveway and run inside. I've also DoorDashed this a couple of times to my workplace so I don't have to deal with the parking situation. read more

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Dishes that we like from this place: - roasted duck (moist & tender breast, the skin is overly salty of eaten by itself but should be perfect with rice) - cold chicken with ginger scallions sauce. The sauce is super fragrant. It's the best part of the dish We also tried the below 2 dishes but they cooking style is different than what we used to so we are not liking them as much. Both are delicious, just different than our expectations: - oyster noodle soup - spicy intestine hotpot read more

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This place is the best. Tsunami saver. We went there yesterday figuring if we are going to waste time sitting in traffic we might as well go eat. This place is always clean, has great food and the service is awesome. By the time we were done the traffic was not so bad. read more

This place is so wonderful. It's a quant little interior with wonderful ambiance. The music is wonderful and the servers are super sweet. The chef came out and spoke with us after we got everything. I've been here twice now and haven't been disappointed by anything. My two favorite dishes are the shao long bao and the mochi rice wrap thing. I could eat 100 of the bao if I could buy them all. Honestly as much as I love this place for its lack of crowds, I don't understand how it isn't always packed. read more