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Solid spot for dim sum. Parking can be bit tight. The restaurant is mid sized and the service was…read moregood. It wasn't too busy when we went but I can see how it may get busy during peak hours. Ambiance is similar to any other family style Chinese restaurant. What we got: shu mai, hargow, pork spare ribs, rice noodle rolls, bbq pork (I think), pineapple buns, bbq pork buns, and egg tarts All of the food was good, though I thought the hargow was slightly more doughy. I can't complain because everything we ordered was delicious.

If you're craving dumplings in the SGV, Luscious Dumplings is definitely a spot worth checking out…read more Between the crispy pan-fried dumplings and the comforting soup dumplings, it's easy to see why this place has such a loyal following. My family came in for a dinner yesterday night because we were craving soup dumplings due to the rainy weather. They were out of the beef noodle soup but they had the pork belly soup, which was just as flavorful. The braised pork knuckle was a refreshing appetizer but I know that it may be a bit out there for some people. We also ordered pan-friend dumplings and (the beef, cheese and onion), steamed crab and pork soup dumplings. I love how on the menu, it tells you the ratio of the beef and cheese, which is 2:1. The dumplings were all consistently well-prepared. For the pan-fried dumplings, each dumpling had that beautifully golden, slightly crispy bottom while the rest of the wrapper remained soft and pleasantly chewy. That contrast in texture is exactly what I look for in a good pan-fried dumpling. As for the soup dumpling, it was just as delicious as I remembered. The broth was rich, savory, and full of pork flavor. Definitely worth ordering even if you're like my mom and you're primarly coming for the pan-fried options. The restaurant is located in an unassuming shopping plaza with parking directly in front and throughout the lot. Depending on when you visit, finding a space might require a little patience. We were able to get a table within five minutes for four people but it is a smaller space so expect a little bit of a wait during peak times. Service is straight forward and welcoming. Nothing feels overly complicated and fussy in terms of ambiance. Good food is good food! Between the crispy wrappers, flavorful fillings, rich soup dumplings, and our server's eagle eyes so that our water cups are filled every single time without us having to ask, we left very happy. This is absolutely a local spot that we will become regulars at!

Came back to the Duarte Rd location in Monrovia after not going for a while and was pretty…read moredisappointed. A lot of the dishes that made this place special are gone. I specifically came for the beef roll which used to be excellent -- one of the best around -- and it's no longer on the menu. The xiaolongbao is now priced the same as Din Tai Fung, but without the same quality or the broader menu, it's hard to justify choosing this place. We used to drive from Orange County just to come here. It's just not a destination restaurant anymore.

Chef Tony Dim Sum in Arcadia is such a beautiful, upscale take on dim sum! They serve dim sum…read morepretty much all day, which is perfect when you're craving it outside of the usual dim sum hours. Everything we tried was really good and well prepared, with that elevated, fancy feel you don't always get at a traditional dim sum restaurant. The only downside is that it's definitely on the pricier side, but if you're looking for a more upscale dim sum experience, Chef Tony is a great choice. Perfect for a nice dim sum lunch or when you want something a little more fancy!

We came here with the SGV food passport and did not have a wait. We ordered a hot tea, the steamed…read moredim sum combo that was included with the passport, and Shrimp Wonton with House Spicy Sauce. The combo came with a radish cake with preserved meat, steamed BBQ pork bun, shrimp dumpling with chives, and a lava egg yolk with gold foil. I really enjoyed the lava egg yolk's sweetness and consistency, while the flavors of the radish cake were a bit strong for me.

i'm sitting here right now enjoying great food. I always…read moreorder the chicken combo love it in a amount of food good flavors!! Great personnel. The variety of food is spectacular. And beverages! fresh Katsu sauce and teriyaki barbecue sauce that you serve yourself so you can mix or have one of each or three of each I want to have the best fruit in town and one of the best places for Thai iced tea!!! The service is great. Interior the ambience makes you feel like you're in a Hawaiian/ Japanese café! Always recommended I try to eat here at least once a month or more!!

I'm craving for popcorn chicken so i went on yelp to check where can i get a popcorn nearby…read moremonrovia. this place showed up and i was excited to try it. i got the popcorn chicken, fried rice, eggrolls and spam masubi. for the drink i got milk tea. i don't recommend the milk it super sweet and the boba tasted weird, it has sour taste. the house special fried was so good and filling the popcorn chicken was spicy and it was okay, i was expecting it will be juicy, but it's not. the eggrolls it's okay too, I kinda didn't like it but my friends said it was okay. the spam masubi was good. i don't like the sauce that they gave me. overall the food was okay. they have a parking lot. we waited 15mins for the food. the customer service if good. the staff were nice. the ambiance was more like hawaiian vibe. clean and they have tables and chairs inside

We came by for lunch on a Monday and were seated right away. Since we were starving, we ordered a…read morewide variety of dishes to try different things, and we were pleasantly surprised by the generous portion sizes. Spicy Pig Ear: As a big fan of pig ears, I loved these. They were sliced perfectly so every bite had that satisfying, crunchy cartilage texture and great flavor. Highly recommend! Shrimp & Pork Sui-Mai (4 pcs): Meaty, flavorful, and a total crowd-pleaser. Definitely recommend! Shrimp Dumplings (4 pcs): Can't go wrong with these, and they were packed with generous pieces of shrimp. Soup Dumplings (4 pcs): Filled with a good amount of broth. Solid option for XLB. Steamed Garlic Spare Ribs: Super tender fall-off-the-bone meat with a rich, delicious garlic flavor. This was also one of my favorites! Shrimp & Pork Wonton with Chili Oil (4 pcs): Plump and well-stuffed! I appreciated that they didn't skimp on the filling in relation to the wrapper. Steamed Custard Buns (3 pcs): Steamed to fluffy perfection with a rich, delicious sweet filling. Would also be a good option as a dessert. Beef Chow Fun: Lots of tender beef slices and great for sharing. Would also be great for kids. Pork & Preserved Egg Porridge: Comforting and mild and a great option if you're craving classic congee. Rice Noodle Roll with Green Beans: Easily one of my favorite dishes of the meal! The rice rolls were soft and delightfully chewy, paired with perfectly tender-crisp green beans. Overall, this is a solid dim sum spot where every single dish did not disappoint. There are so many other options on the menu that sound delicious, so I'll definitely be back to try more!

3.5 stars Happy…read moreTogether is a Cantonese restaurant inside the Holiday Inn hotel in El Monte. It's most popular for their dim sum, but instead of carts you order from a piece of paper. There was parking in the same lot as hotel parking, but the front desk gave us permits for our cars. We ordered some of the classic dim sum dishes. The siu mai and beef chow fun were standard. The chicken feet pieces were big but were missing flavor. The spare ribs were tender. The spicy wontons were not the chili oil-forward kinds that you see at Taiwanese restaurants; they're more soupy and not as spicy. The rice rolls didn't have much meat, and it almost looked as if they cooked the rice rolls separately and then put the meat toppings on top afterward. Out of all the dishes, surprisingly my favorite was the sautéed green beans. I liked some of the dishes but was disappointed by others. This is a decent place to go but I think there are better options.

Dim sum great!! staff is great thank you !! Good food Yes…read moreambience busy all the time

Ocean Bo is a to go dim sum staple for my family. We love that it's close by and the staff are…read morequick and efficient. We usually are able to park, order, and be on our way within 15-20 minutes. This restaurant is your typical no frills Chinese restaurant. They have laminated menus by the ordering window to make it easy to point to if you don't know the Cantonese word for a dish. Our family typically orders siu mai, har gow, chicken feet, turnip cake, rice paper w/ shrimp, and bbq pork buns.

We came to Happy AYCE Hot Pot for a late dinner. We arrived pretty close to closing time, so we…read morecompletely understood that the staff probably wanted to finish up and go home. They were very polite and simply asked us to settle the bill first, but they still let us sit, relax, and enjoy our dinner until closing time. They even told us that staying a little later would not be a problem. We really appreciated their patience, kindness, and flexibility. Thank you to the staff for making us feel welcome even though we arrived late. Great service and a very pleasant experience!

Classic AYCE hot pot Lunch $24.99 / Dinner $29.99…read more Pay $5 on top of hot pot price for unlimited dim sum. This was such a good deal! I got the classic ayce hot pot and mostly got the beef, lamb and pork belly for meats. There is a premium ayce option for $5-6 more but I was pretty satisfied with just the classic selections. I would rather pay the extra $5 to get dim sum, which was also not bad! I liked the siu mai, shrimp har gow (fave), and steam juicy dumplings. My bf liked the steamed chicken feet and garlic tripe as well (the tripe was p spicy). You order the dim sum with your server as the dim sum is made to order, which I preferred bc it comes out steaming hot. The buffet bar also has a variety of items from fried appetizers to veggie side dishes, fried rice, noodles and more!

Decided to give this place a try after it was recommended to me by a friend…read more The interior was spacious and well-kept. It was a bit of a pleasant surprise and immediately sets a comfortable tone. The service was quite impressive... extremely attentive, friendly, and quick. 8/10 for the food. 10/10 for the price point 10/10 for the service. The food was definitely solid for the price point. There were a few misses, but the dishes that landed were executed really well. I definitely recommend checking this place out if you're in the area! Siu Mai 10/10 - Juicy, plump and perfectly executed. Definitely my favorite dish. Bean Curd Skin Roll in Abalone Sauce 9/10 - Flavorful with an excellent texture. The whole dish was well executed. Beef Chow Fun 8/10 - Solid and flavorful. The beef was tender, and the noodles had a great texture. Yangzhou Fried Rice 8/10 - The rice was moist and the seasoning was spot on. Shrimp Egg 8/10 - Soft and well seasoned. Generously portioned with very plump shrimp. Pork Chop Spicy Salt 8/10 - Crispy and slightly salted. It has a really great texture to it. Salted Fish and Chicken with Eggplant 8/10 - Perfectly seasoned and cooked. Generous portions of chicken, salty fish and eggplant. Chicken Feet 7/10 - It was solid. Not the best, but definitely not bad. House Special Crispy Shrimp Rolls 5/10 - The flavor of the shrimp was okay, but the rolls were really greasy. There were three very small rolls, definitely not my cup of tea. Chili Wonton 3/10 - By far my least favorite dish. The wonton skin tasted very flour-y, and hardly had any filling. The filling was also very bland and the chili oil was very underwhelming. By the way, the tea is free (I know, free tea at a dim sum spot).

Bistro 1968 - One of the best value dim sum spots I've been to lately in the SGV. So here, they…read morehave many dim sum dishes around $4.88, which is such a steal for the portion and quality. For dishes like the beef chow fun and steamed fish for about $14.88, making it super affordable for a large group meal. The food came out fresh and hot, and the menu had a lot of variety to choose from. The restaurant gets busy, on weekends but service moved pretty efficiently overall. A perk for this place is that they do have a parking garage, which made parking way less stressful compared to other busy dim sum spots in the area.

Excuse me... who gave this place permission to close?? HOW is it closed!?!?! We were literally just…read morehere a couple of weeks ago, living our best noodle life, and now it's gone like a ghosted situationship!! I'm now brokenhearted!!! :( We came back ready to reunite with that soy sauce chow mein.... simple, no nonsense, just noodles, bean sprouts, and onions doing exactly what they're supposed to do: minding their business and tasting amazing!! No extra veggies crashing the party and watering things down. As it should be!! And the siu mai? Solid, dependable, and absolutely did not disappoint!!! The kind of duo you start planning your next meal around... until the restaurant disappears on you. Now I'm just here, craving noodles and questioning how a place that serves delicious food would close down!!!!

I've been coming here regularly for both breakfast and lunch ever since they took over the old Red…read moreChina space, and it has quickly become one of my go-to spots. The food is consistently good, honestly better than a lot of nearby places that charge quite a bit more. What won me over right away, though, was the breakfast combo. Two dim sum items and a hot drink for just $14 is a genuinely good deal. A cold drink is only $1 more (typical HK practice), and you can also take your drink to go for another $1, which is a nice little convenience. I'm pretty particular about milk tea, so I don't say this lightly: their half coffee, half milk tea really hits the spot every time. It's balanced, and satisfying. Beyond the combo, they also serve all the comfort staples, porridge, fried chow mein, Chinese donuts, and my personal favorite, rice noodles with a variety of fillings. It delivers the same comforting flavors you want from a casual dim sum-style breakfast, but without the inflated prices, long waits, and hectic atmosphere that have become so common at more traditional dim sum spots. This place is a solid, dependable replacement for the usual dim sum experience. The restaurant is spacious, clean, and comfortable, and the service is consistently warm and welcoming. The driveway can be a little tricky. It sits right next to the Taco Bell drive-through exit, separated only by a fire hydrant, so it's easy to miss or get confused when pulling in. But it's a small tradeoff for a spot that delivers this much value and consistency.

On this unassuming sgv strip mall lies a hidden gem of Toisanese cuisine. The flavors are Cantonese…read morebut with a distinct hint of spices and exotic ingredients. The 5 flavor goose is one of its kind in the sgv with the sweetness of the 5 flavor sauce. It is certainly different in a good way. Of note is the turtle hot pot with winter Melon. Best turtle soup so far in the sgv and can't wait to try their other turtle soup that requires a 3 hour order ahead of time. Overall this not your usual Cantonese joint but offers unique Toisanese or Taishanese flavors.

A great place to eat to do family-style food. They have a great clay pot-style food and it was…read moredelicious food. The service was great and fast. My family and I ordered a lot of various dishes. We were too hungry to take some of the pictures. It was a great place to eat here.