Most authentic chinese skewer restaurant in the bay area! I called ahead for a reservation and they answered in CHINESE by default, thats how authentic this restaurant is. They have skewers of intestine, tripes, skins, and of course your typical pork/chicken/lamb/beef. No matter what you like, you'll definitely find something that suits your taste! They also have amazing non-skewer dishes like duck blood glass noodle, eggplant, etc. All the dishes are a hit. Would avoid the quail as it was a bit dry, the beef skin was also a miss. Favorite is the pork and lamb skewers!! Love the chinese-style seasoning. Expect to spend 30+/person to be full, each skewer is around 2-3 dollars. Ambiance is a fancy chinese restaurant vibe. read more

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Came here with a group of five for an early dinner on a Saturday afternoon (4PM). There was plenty of space inside since it was a winky meal time, and there was no wait. It was quiet when we first arrived, but it gradually filled with more people and chatter. Parking was easy; I was lucky to find street parking right in front of the restaurant. The interior is cute and themed like China in olden times. I liked how the food was served on long platters with little candles underneath to keep everything warm, which made sharing easy. Two of my friends were trying Chinese skewers for the first time. We ordered everything through a QR code, and the system was straightforward. The menu being visual online helped made ordering easier. The food came out in good timing. The staff was helpful whenever we had questions about what certain items were. Water refills were easy to flag down. The cucumber salad was a huge portion and so refreshing. We wish the cold potato salad was a bit softer (it was crunchy). We didn't find anything too spicy. For the skewers, everything was juicy and well-seasoned. The flavoring was great. My personal favorites were the beef and lamb sticks which were tender. We also tried items like gristle, gizzard, and gluten (yum!) We ended up spending a little over $30 per person after tax and tip. Overall, this was a fun group meal and I'm glad it was a good introduction for my friends who hadn't tried this style of skewers before. I'd recommend it! read more

Delicious skewers that reminded me of the cumin skewers I once had in Shanghai. Tasted authentic. Enjoyed the tenderness of the beef and lamb skewers in that order. What made the beef stand out was the 20/80 fat to meat ratio. The decor is nice. I like that some rooms have curtains you can close for a private experience if you choose. Not sure why but utensils are in takeout form while dining in. Will be back to try other things but I think their speciality is their meat. The one soup I ordered was great in flavor but overshadowed the nuttiness of the protein. read more

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The concept of this place is fun. Inside is spacious and cute, but the lighting is a little weird in my opinion (mixed sources and warmth). Prices are fair. Service was very quick. The food is generally good; the skewers were just flavored exactly the same (Sichuan peppercorns (numbing spicy), cumin, etc.) so it got old really quick. All the meat was well cooked/grilled till just tender and came out hot. I just didn't want anymore peppercorn flavor by the time I ate my 4th skewer. I wish they had sauces on the side to choose from for the skewers! Overall this place has good food, but be prepared for the very traditional Sichuan flavors in each dish/skewer. read more

Dynasty BBQ - Enoki Mushroom in Tin Foil - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

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I came for lunch on a Saturday on a double date and did not have to wait in line. We felt like royalty in China. Oriental instrumental music was playing. The furniture looked traditional. Each seating felt semi private since there were curtains to the back and side of us. Service was great. Food was plentiful and ordered through a scan code. We enjoyed skewers and noodles. Highlights were the cold Korean soup, potato noodle ( so chewy), mushroom wrapped in foil, fish tofu, beef, and chicken wings. The staff brings you the food so no self cooking is necessary. The restaurant got really busy by the time we left. Overall, a place a would return to. read more

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We like our skewers, so decided to give Dynasty BBQ also try. Arrived at around 9pm on a Friday and there was still a short wait for a table. We tried calling to make reservations but they only take them for parties of 5+. Ordered via a QR code. Note - need to indicate if there is a nut allergy. Forgot to take pics as kiddos grabbed the skewers so quickly. Standouts for me were the vegetables, grilled beef and lamb, and chicken skin. Everything we ordered was flavored well and brought fairly quickly. read more

Dynasty BBQ - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

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Came here with my family to try something different in San Mateo, and Dynasty BBQ was a welcome change! It's located on the older downtown stretch of W 25th Avenue, where you'll find some street parking out front and around the block. Definitely recommend arriving early -- they open at 4:30 PM and the crowd picks up fast during dinner. Bonus points for being open late (until 11:30 PM), making it a great option for a late-night catch-up with friends. Once we were seated, we jumped straight into ordering skewers: - Enoki Skewers -- three bundles per skewer, perfectly seasoned with sesame seeds and chili flakes; stringy with great umami depth - Chives Skewers -- grilled, lightly seasoned, thin and on the healthier side - Lamb Skewers -- juicy, tender, and packed with that signature cumin-forward seasoning - Beef Tongue Skewers -- thinly sliced, tender with rich flavor - Corn -- roasted and sweet, a great palate cleanser between bites - Home-Style Cold Mixed Vegetables -- mix of shredded cucumber, carrots, and tofu skin in a chilled savory dressing - Cucumber Salad -- refreshing cucumber chunks, topped with crushed peanuts for a bit of crunch Ordering is easy with their QR code system. Service was quick and friendly, and food came out steadily. The space strikes a nice balance between lively and private. Decor features dark bamboo furniture, antique lanterns, and traditional Chinese wooden design elements. Check out Dynasty BBQ for your skewer fix! They also have other locations in Sunnyvale and Newark if you're not local to San Mateo. read more

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Dynasty has recently earned a spot in our regular rotation of restaurants, because it always hits the spot. I'll admit, I didn't expect to love it as much as I do (my palate is pretty simple at times) but the spices on the skewers won me over. It has quite a strong cumin flavor, but It's amazing with a heaping bowl of jasmine rice! We usually order the beef, enoki, tongue, and a ton of the achoy. My husband also likes the chicken hearts and tendon. We also tried the pickled cucumbers and the sesame noodles which are delicious complements to the skewers, which all start tasting a little similar. On weekends, I'd recommend arriving early to beat the rush or coming later in the evening since they're open pretty late. They have a waitlist that you can put your name down. The service is pretty nononsense and you place your order on the tablet and multiple staff members help deliver your food and check in. It's very efficient. read more

Dynasty BBQ - Variety of skewers (beef, enoki, corn, achoy, lamb) - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

When you miss skewers from China, this is the spot to go. The meat is tender, especially the lamb and beef. The service is fast and the ambiance is nice with traditional Chinese booth decorations. Their eggplant is a sleeper, get that ! Warning lots of garlic if you don't like it. But I love it read more

Dynasty BBQ - Lamb skewers cooked to perfection - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

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I came here on a Tuesday evening (also my birthday) with a friend and Ellie at around 7pm. Upon entering Dynasty BBQ, we noticed the interior furniture's were made to look like the traditional houses you see in those old Chinese movies (bamboo) - so elegant. I think one thing they would benefit from would be to add a few more tables to make the place feel more complete. There was extra seating visible so the floorspace looked quite messy. After standing at the entrance for a short moment, the host guided us to our seat with barely any wait time. To start, my friend and I ordered a few dishes ranging from chicken pineapple to pork skewers. I personally enjoyed the sausage skewer as there was dry seasoning on it that really elevated the taste significantly. The sausage was perfectly cooked. I would also highly recommend their salad since it pairs very well with the bbq'd skewers; can be treated as a pallet cleanser actually. As much as there are good dishes, there was one dish in particular that was trash and that was "Beef in sauce", the beef was too dry and the sauce was also very bland. Overall, this spot does skewers well, especially the sausage skewers, but I would recommend to the owners to reevaluate the sauce for "beef in sauce". read more

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Friends and I were craving some skewers this place definitely hit the spot. Everything was solid and skewers were reasonably priced for the size. Our favorite by far was the beef; it was seasoned so well! We also tried the lamb skewers, but a bit dry for us compared to the beef. They also have a good variety of meat options. I would highly recommend if you're in the mood for skewers. read more

Dynasty BBQ - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

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I was craving Chinese food after an escape room with friends on a Saturday night and found this place on a street full of food only 5 minutes away from hillsdale mall. The wait to get a table was probably 20-30 minutes, but it was worth the wait. The seating was comfortable, not overly cramped. My friends and I shared one tray between the four of us and ordered around 6 skewers per person and felt decently full after. The food was surprisingly good. I wasn't expecting too much as I just wanted food. But after seeing the layer of seasoning and sauces on the vegetables and meats, I knew the taste wouldn't disappoint. My favorite was the lamb skewers but everything was amazing. read more

Dynasty BBQ - Quail(1 Pcs) 鹌鹑（1只）king sausage skewer - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

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Food was good and comes out quickly!! I liked the variety of food they had on the menu. I only tried skewers though, and didn't get to have their other food. Would come back read more

We were craving skewers but didn't want to drive all the way down to SJ for Skewer Bar so we decided to give Dynasty a try. It was about a 30-40 minute wait and once we were seated, ordering our selections and the food coming out was pretty quick! The beef and lamb skewers were really good! The pork intestine could have been a little crispier. The spicy & sour potato noodles and the cucumber salad were the two best things we ordered! The service was excellent! It was quite busy but all the servers were super quick and attentive with great communication amongst each other. read more

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Dynasty BBQ is always one of my favorite restaurants for Chinese skewers! All the skewers use special Chinese ingredients, and you can really tell how authentic they are. Pairing the skewers with beer or sake is a fantastic experience. read more

Dynasty BBQ - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

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delicious skewers in the bay area ! we've been traveling to san jose to eat skewers that reminded us of home back in China and we've finally found a spot closer to home! depending on the time of the day, there may be quite a wait but it's definitely worth and the wait goes by quickly. we always order the lamb. beef and scallop garlic noodle. everything is flavorful , not too spicy, and just gives the homie feeling we get when we're back in China. the cucumber salad may be the best cucumber salad we've ever had - the right amount of sourness and crunch! read more

Dynasty BBQ - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

Food - everything we ordered was really good. meat had a wide selection and tastily flavored. some were a tad bit spicy but nothing too extreme. Korean cold noodles were so good except i wish they gave us scissors because they were hard to chew. Service - waited over 1.5 hrs only because it's busy but they were quick to get us seated and food came super fast. Ambiance - cute spot would highly recommend going! read more

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We were excited to try this place because there's nothing like it back home. The interior is very charming, feels like you are in a Chinese period movie set, and you should greet people with a fist against your palm before throwing your head back to down a tiny cup of wine... just like in the movies, haha. Ordering is done through the tablet. Plenty of skewers options. We loved our first few bites, they tasted so good, but then more arrived, with the exactly same spicy cumin seasoning on it, regardless of what kind of veg or meat it was. We really like the lamb, the eggplant could be better, a couple of skewers were too chewy, but overall, they are delicious and fun to eat. However, with the same seasonings, we soon got bored of the skewers and tried a bowl of noodles instead, which was surprisingly good and plentiful. read more

Dynasty is both a unique and fun group dining experience (although I have most certainly eaten here in a group of only two...). Located in an older part of San Mateo, street parking is typically easy to find despite how busy it gets on the weekend. Moreover, I've found that this restaurant fills up quickly requiring a wait - time your arrival appropriately! The ordering experience is pretty simple and low pressure utilizing a QR code to easily make selections. Our favorites include the beef skewer (basic but delicious), lamb, scallop, home style cold mixed vegetables (definitely a great palate cleanser) and the a-choy. I don't typically go for rice or soda, but with the heavy cumin seasoning, it definitely balances the tastes out! Service is typically pretty good with friendly waitstaff quick to bring out orders. read more

Love the Dynasty in Sunnyvale so took a friend here for lunch. We came a little after opening on Saturday and it was already full! Street parking was pretty much gone but there's a lot/garage on the street behind the restaurant that waa plentiful. Same deal as their other location, you order through a qr code. They print out a receipt and mark off your skewers from that printout as they bring out your food! The skewers were delicious and decently priced! Loved the cold noodles to go with. The eggplant was good and super garlic-y!! read more

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Came here on a Friday night with my friend. It was packed!! We checked in on their ipad system and the wait was not bad. There were about 5 parties ahead of us but we were able to get in within 20 minutes. The vibes of this place was cute, they built little pagodas in the restaurant and have lanterns hanging everywhere. Food was good. Some of the skewers were under seasoned. A-choy: 5/5 yummayyyy Lamb: 5/5 HITS THE SPOTTT, ordered this a second time because it was soo good. Rice Cake: 4/5 ehhhh Shrimp: 4/5 not as fresh, needs more seasoning Beef: 4/5 honestly i though it was a bit under seasoned & beef was not as tender. Enoki wrapped in bacon: 4/5 alright Squid: 4/5 Well seasoned but hard to eat Quail Eggs: 4/5 Good, but needs more seasoning. read more

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I had a pretty good experience here at Dynasty BBQ. The ordering is all done on your phone, and we ordered a massive plethora of intestine skewers, more traditional lamb and chicken skewers, corn and potato, and some more classic string bean and fish tofu ones. They're all seasoned very well, but they love to put butter on their skewers for some reason? I'm not a big fan since butter isn't really used in Chinese dishes- usually if they want the spice to stick I feel like traditionally they are doused in a neutral oil? It was really noticeable on the mantou and corn skewers, not sure if it was used on the other skewers that had a meatier/more strong flavor naturally. The skewers come out really quickly. The ambiance inside is really authentic and has a traditional feel. We ordered the cold noodles, they cut through the taste of the fat and acid incredibly well. Perfect for a hot day or if your spice tolerance is a bit lower and you want something sweeter in your meal! I'm a fan. I would come back, this definitely satisfies any and all Chinese late night food cravings/desire for yexiao that I might have. read more

Dynasty BBQ - Cold noodle - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

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Came on a weekday evening around 6pm. Restaurant was about 1/3 full, no line, but I added my name to the waitlist as I couldn't find anyone to help me. A line began to form halfway through our meal. Once seated, we ordered through the QR code. They print out a "food receipt" and tape it to your table, crossing off each item as it's served. The food came out quickly, but the service was lacking. The staff never told us what they were dropping off, so we had to ask each time or try to figure it out based on what was crossed off. Kinda annoying. It would've been much more helpful if they named the skewers as they served them. We only ordered skewers, and while they were tasty, they all used the same seasoning so nothing really stood out. When it was time to pay, we had to track down a server. Can't pay with your phone. This place is a one and done for me. I'd prefer skewers that use different seasonings/sauces because I like variety. read more

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This place serves mostly skewers and we ordered ALOT of them. They don't really spend too much time explaining every skewer you order and a lot of the skewers have a pretty similar base taste as well. Very authentic tasting! Would definitely recommend coming here if you love skewers but there aren't too many options otherwise. The noodle dishes were a nice break from all the skewers and certainly more filling. read more

Dynasty BBQ - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

Great quality meat for the price! The ambiance is always really nice because it gives me a nostalgic feeling of Asia. Super great service tooooo!! read more

Came in for lunch at around 12:45pm with a party of 2, seated immediately. Restaurant is not so busy at this time for lunch, but we definitely watched it get much busier over the hour. Ordering system is with a QR code. Service is super fast, and the food is delicious! Everything was seasoned very well. My personal favorites were the lamb kidney skewer, which was smokey, gamey, and had a really good balance of fats on the skewer. The chicken and pineapple skewer is also a good option to help balance heavier orders with some sweetness from the pineapple. Between the two of us we ordered about 14 items (2 veggies, 1 pork knuckle, and the rest skewers) which was just about enough. The price is very reasonable for quality and experience. Definitely recommend a visit! read more

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There aren't too many good skewer spots in San Francisco so my friends and I made the trek out to Dynasty BBQ in San Mateo after trying out their Newark location. The restaurant itself isn't too large but it's nicely decorated and feels "traditional." They also play traditional instrumental Chinese music so it feels like you're in olden day China lol. Just like their Newark location, every skewer was well seasoned and nicely grilled! I prefer a more savory cumin-forward seasoning which Dynasty BBQ does really well! Sometimes I find that the seasoning at other skewer places lean a bit too sweet. Our favorites were the beef and enoki mushroom skewers. The skewers come out as they are ready so don't expect everything to come out at once. I wish they had a larger vegetable + non-meat selection! I would love to see tofu skin (which I love at Ace King) on their menu. It's not the cheapest skewer spot but the meat skewers are pretty sizable (not super skinny like other places). We spent around $190 after tip and tax for the 6 of us and we all left super full so not too bad! read more

Enjoying lunch on a Sunday. Plenty of street parking. We sat and scan the QR code on the table. This is a self order spot. Food did not take long to arrive. All the skewers topped off with dry spices. It looks spicy but it is mild enough where you can enjoy all the flavors. We also ordered cucumber salad with peanuts. It was refreshing and has a nice crunch. We also ordered a variety of bbq skewers. Heard this place always has a wait during dinner time so do plan to come early to beat the crowd. Will be back again. read more

Dynasty BBQ - Varieties of skewers - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

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Pretty good experience - the food was good, service was prompt and kind, and there was no wait despite going for a weekend lunch. I liked the lamb, chicken, and pork skewers. The beef tongue was a little thin, though the flavor was good. The eggplant dish was a miss and I'd avoid it in the future. The mixed cold veggie plate was much better. read more

Dynasty BBQ - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

Skewers came out quickly after placing in my order through qr code. Everything was well seasoned, but not spicy. My favorites were the chives and spicy cucumber. The spicy cucumber was such a large serving with good spice and peanuts. Very refreshing after all the meat options. I didn't care for the eggplant here since it could be more grilled and spicy. Probably one of the tastier skewers place in the bay, but I won't be craving soon. read more

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Post swim workout, we had to get some bbq. We came at 10pm on a weekday night and you scan a qr code. After sending in your order, they bring out the food nearly instantaneously and we had a huge pile to be eaten. Everything tastes very fresh, tender and well seasoned. We were quite happy. We ordered almost the entire menu... Everything is made deliciously here and you truly cannot go wrong with anything. My favorites are the mushrooms, a choy, lamb, beef, intestines, and mixed veggie salad. read more

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The lamb chop and beef skewers are MUST get! So tender and so flavorful. We had to get a second order because it was THAT delicious. Scallop vermicelli is packed with garlicky flavor! Buns and chicken gristle are also really good. read more

Dynasty BBQ - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

I was craving meat today and this place did it so well. The chinese seasonings they had on each meats complimented them so well. The ones that stood out are the beef, the enoki with pork belly and the pork belly itself. The cold noodles we got tasted like they added vinegar to it but cuts the fattiness of the meat so it was pretty good. read more

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My group of 9 came on a Saturday night around 7 PM and we were seated after a short wait. To order, you need to scan the QR code by the table and select the items you'd like online. Once the order was submitted for our group, the food started coming out within 5-10 minutes. For the skewers, I got lamb, beef, and chicken gristle (aka chicken cartilage). I also got an order of the spicy rice noodles. I loved every single item that I ordered. The seasoning on the skewers was really good, and even though you get 1-2 skewers depending on what you order, the meat portions were great! The spicy rice noodle was a good add-on to fill me up a little bit more. The spice was similar to that of dishes with numbing spice, but it was tolerable and very yummy (from someone who can't handle too much spice). The price was a little bit on the higher side but I think it was worth it because I left feeling very satisfied! Keep in mind that 18% gratuity is automatically added for larger groups. I loved the decor and interior design of the restaurant. All in all, a great first time experience! read more

Dynasty BBQ - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

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If you're craving authentic Chinese skewers in San Mateo, this is a must-visit! The traditional decor is beautiful, service is friendly, and the food is flavorful and well-seasoned without being too spicy. We loved everything from Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken, Beef Tongue, Duck Tongue, Chicken Heart, Quail, Stinky Tofu, to Lamb and veggie skewers. The Cold Cucumber side was the perfect refreshing balance to the rich skewers, and the Ice Jello dessert was a light, sweet finish. read more

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by far best chinese bbq chain in the bay. good quality and well seasoned. 红柳lamb better than beef better than regular lamb. also liked the chicken gristle. only things i wouldnt reorder are chicken skin, rice cakes, and enoki. you scan a qr code and order on your phone, staff bring your skewers as they're cooked. well decorated inside. read more

Dynasty BBQ - skewers - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

We've come to Dynasty BBQ multiple times now and love it. Their skewers are super flavorful and come out piping hot. We also appreciate that they have a hot plate on each table, so your food stays warm as you work through everything. We've also tried their potato noodle soup and their rice noodle in bone broth. Both were delicious and flavorful. Their garlic eggplant comes with a TON of garlic, and while I was initially hesitant about their cucumber appetizer because it's $11, it was actually delicious. Service is fast and kind, and we like that we can order off a QR code because it makes it easy to add more skewers mid-meal. Honorable mention to their lamb skewer, gizzard, cartilage, and yellow croaker. The menu is huge, and we plan on coming again to try more stuff! read more

Dynasty BBQ - Potato noodle soup - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

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After dining at Prime BBQ, we noticed Dynasty BBQ just down the block with a crowd of people waiting outside, which piqued our curiosity. We decided to check it out for a comparison. The ambience at Dynasty BBQ felt very authentic. We ordered the pork, lamb, and beef skewers, and overall, the food was solid. The service was noticeably quicker, and the ordering process was straightforward. I'm personally not a fan of strong cumin taste or the gaminess of lamb, both of which were pretty pronounced here. In comparison, I felt Prime BBQ did a better job of balancing and masking those flavors. The pork was definitely a stand out here though! read more

Dynasty BBQ - Chinese Near Me - San Mateo, California

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Best Chinese bbq skewers in the peninsula. This place reminds of me eating in China. It's a bit chilly like how China lacks central heating and everyone is practically Chinese. Our eyes are always bigger than our stomach when we're here. My favorites are their veggies and mushroom. My husband enjoys their beef and lamb skewers. Their man tou (bread) is really good. Can't go wrong with any of the items plus they're small so try a variety. It gets a bit repetitive bc they use the same seasoning so they all taste the same towards the end. I especially enjoy the Korean cold noodles which breaks up the bbq taste. A great palate cleanser. Same with the spicy marinated cucumbers. Those are soooo good here. Their spicy and sour sweet potato noodles are my favorite on the menu!!! Just the right amount of sour and spicy and the noodles are perfectly chewy. They give you a snack bag when you dine there for your birthday! We got that for my daughter the day after her birthday. It came with a bunch of savory and sweet Chinese snacks and a stuffed animal! read more

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Chinese bbq skewers! Each skewer is around $4-6 and their smaller dishes are around $10-15. Their skewers are larger than your average skewers and food is quite delicious. The seasoning that they put on all their food item is definitely on the saltier and a tad spicy side so not for those who like lighter flavors. The interior is super cute and resembles streets of ancient China. However, we were seated in an awkward spot right in front of the door due to a busy evening at the restaurant and people waiting for a seat were surrounding us. It was a little cold especially whenever somebody goes in or out of the restaurant and opens the door. read more

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