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    Joy Luck Kitchen

    4.5 (30 reviews)
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    Take out menu, pages 5-6.

    Great Chinese food! If you're looking for real good mom and pop type Chinese food, then this is the place to go (or maybe order take out). Everything we ordered was good. Their egg drop soup and fried calamari (ordered non-spicy) were to die for. Thomas (owner, host, server) was great! Prices are reasonable too given the westside location. Will definitely come back again!

    BBQ Pork Fried Rice

    Joy Luck Kitchen just opened its doors 2 months ago and it's definitely a hidden gem! Street, metered parking. The small restaurant has about 4 tables for seating. Looks like their main business is take-out. Friendly, attentive service (1 person who did everything except the cooking). Food was 4.5-5/5. Hot & Sour soup (5/5): i'm not a big hot and sour soup fan but this one made me a fan. The perfect spicy level for my taste but might be too spicy for some people who cannot handle the heat. So flavorful and the heat (spicy) level was just right. Roast Duck (5/5): Crispy skin and moist duck meat. Half the duck was more than enough for at least four people or more. BBQ pork fried rice (5/5): perfectly fried rice with lots of barbecue pork chunks. Not oily. Crispy pan fried noodles (4.5): loved the mix of different veggies (broccoli, bok choy, carrots ) and meats (chicken, beef, shrimp) but this dish needed a little bit more salt, it was a bit bland. Jalapeño shrimp (4.5/5): shrimp was moist and it was lightly coated and fried. Wish it was slightly more crunchier. The jalapeño slices added a nice touch. Prices were decent for each entrée item ($15-$28 (duck)). I would come back to Joy Luck Kitchen as this is probably the best Chinese restaurant in the Brentwood/Westside area.

    Kung pao chicken + rice
    Leslie P.

    I'm very picky about Chinese food, having lived and traveled in Asia for seven years and also being that I'm a chef specializing in Asian cuisine. So I was quite delighted to have a yummy inexpensive lunch at this newish restaurant in West LA. The staff or owner are extremely kind and attentive, the food was really tasty and it was a wonderful experience all around. I definitely recommended and I will definitely be back repeatedly!

    Garden fish

    No complaints; tender beef, noodles have good texture. Fish in garden fish dish is probably swai which I do like, and the vegetables and the sauce are good.

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    Just saw they are back open!!! Yay. Great place! 'Cannot wait to get our group back over there for some awesome food.

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    Quick fast service. Nice hot food and great staff. Cute small nice restaurant for a night out.

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    Hui Tou Xiang

    Hui Tou Xiang

    4.3
    (485 reviews)
    8.7 mi
    $$

    This is a very nice restaurant. The waiters are kind and the service is fast. There are also a lot…read moreof very delicious food and drink options that look as good as they taste. Overall, it is an amazing place to eat.

    Came here after a long day of walking along hollywood and i am so happy we did. I wasnt too sure of…read morewhat to expect, but the interior was so beautifully done with a mix of a subway/ speakeasy vibe and perfect lighting for any occasion. It was a but busy when we got there but luckily we got seared pretty shortly after arrival. We originally wanted to sit at the bar, but opted for a table for less wait time. When first looking at the menu we were shocked by the prices. I knew immediately i wanted to get the hui tou potstikers with pork and noodles. We ended up adding on the hongkong style wontons too. To my suprise the wontons arrived in a delicious and warm broth, keeping them perfectly moist and plump. The broth was so delicious even on a hot day, tasting faintly of sesame and scallion. Despite both dishes being pork they were so different and equally amazing in flavor. The pan fried potstikers which were CRISPED TO PERFECTION especially reminded me of black bean shortribs that you get from dimsum, fatty but hearty and had me wanting more and more each bite. The minced pork noodles were to no suprise, so good. Noodles tasted fresh, the sauce was umami with mushrooms and pork. While im not the biggest fan of mushrooms, i still ate it up. I feel it would be so good with some picked cabbage too to complement the saltiness. Most notable thing... THAT CHILI OIL. We probably used almost half the jar left at the table. It wasnt spicy at all, but it had this flavor that i genuinely have never tasted before. The texture of the chilli and sesame and the nutty flavor had me in awe. Enough to take two jars home... i would do it again. Servers were so quick, made sure everything we needed was at the table. Regardless of the crowd we were met with promptness and generosity. This that wonton place your girl tells you not to worry about forreal. Will be coming back despite the long drive from home.

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    Liang Ban Noodles
    Liang Ban Noodles
    Ahh!  The beer help extinguish the fiery chili oil.

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    Ahh! The beer help extinguish the fiery chili oil.
    Golden Tree Restaurant

    Golden Tree Restaurant

    4.4
    (387 reviews)
    13.0 mi
    $$

    We came here after attending a Dodgers game and were craving some Chinese food. We ordered the hot…read moreand sour soup, chicken with string beans, broccoli beef, and the house chow mein. Overall, we really enjoyed all of the food. The portions were good, everything tasted fresh, and the dishes were flavorful. The hot and sour soup was a little peppery for our taste, but it was still good and had great flavor. The staff were hardworking, attentive, and kept things running smoothly even while busy. We had a great experience and would definitely come back the next time we're in the area looking for Chinese food. Highly recommend!

    First off, AI let me down on this one…read more I came here expecting it to hit the mark for some solid kung pao chicken and mu shu pork after what I thought was a thorough search for the best Chinese food in Chinatown. That was my first mistake -- they don't even serve mu shu pork. That one's on me for not checking the menu first. I ended up getting my kung pao chicken and settled for the Mongolian beef, and veggie egg rolls. The Mongolian beef I could definitely pass on. The kung pao chicken was good at first, but somehow lost its flavor as the meal went on. The egg rolls were just okay. Nice and crispy on the outside, but too mushy on the inside for my liking. I was also pretty surprised (and a lot sad) that they didn't have hot mustard. The tea was really good though! Service was fine. The server was attentive, just clearly busy keeping up with all the takeout orders coming through. Ambience is definitely on the lower side here, so don't come expecting a nicer Chinese restaurant. It leans more Santa Ana burger joint vibes. That said, everything felt clean and they were pumping out a ton of takeout orders while we were there, so clearly they're doing something right. Overall, it just didn't hit for me, and I don't see myself coming back.

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    Shrimp Fried Rice 虾炒饭
    Shrimp Fried Rice 虾炒饭
    Menu as of May 2026 (p. 4 of 6)

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    Menu as of May 2026 (p. 4 of 6)
    Woon

    Woon

    4.2
    (601 reviews)
    10.8 mi
    $$

    Woon is one of those spots that just hits differently - homestyle Chinese food with such a good…read morevibe to match. The pork belly bao is an absolute must-order. The braised pork belly was so incredibly soft and melt-in-your-mouth, and paired with the pickled carrots and cucumbers tucked into that steamed bao bun - so juicy. We also got the scallion pancakes which were crispy, chewy, and came with a soy ginger dipping sauce. The wood ear mushroom and bean curd stick salad was a nice lighter contrast to the heavier dishes too. We tried the beef noodles as well. The noodles were a bit on the tougher side, which is kind of expected with this style, but the flavors were solid overall. But do NOT sleep on dessert. I had to order the deep fried bao bun with ice cream scoop inside and it was delicious. Absolutely worth saving room for if you're looking to end your meal off with a sweet treat! Parking is easy with plenty of street parking nearby. Love that there's both indoor and outdoor seating - the patio outside is perfect for bigger groups at night, and the inside has its own aesthetic vibe that's equally great. Great service, good vibes, and delicious food. I'll be coming back!

    i really don't think you could go wrong with any choice off the menu! the service is always great…read moreand quick. i was actually quite surprised by the braised pork belly over rice. this is such a classic dish that i've always loved from my childhood and they made an amazing version of their own. just this alone was able to keep me full and happy. the cucumber pickles are a nice touch! even if you're not well-versed in chinese food, the menu is a great introduction to delicious staples that you typically can find in asian restaurants! went right before dinner so parking was easy and it wasn't busy.

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    Pork Chop Sandwich - Insta @friesandchives
    Pork Chop Sandwich - Insta @friesandchives
    Beef Noodles 牛肉粗炒麵

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    Beef Noodles 牛肉粗炒麵
    Sichuan Impression

    Sichuan Impression

    4.0
    (944 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$
    Locally sourced ingredients
    6 years in business

    The service was good. You'll just have to flag them if you need something. They were all helpful…read moreand nice. Food wise - everything we ordered was great. The cumin lamb was flavorful and spicy. The Mao Cai was spicy, full of meat and the broth was tasty. The boiled fish was my second favorite - spicy and fish was not overcooked. The fried intestines were really great! The shrimp fried rice is ok. I wanted either a whole fish or a whole crab but they ran out - on a Saturday night. They have a good Asian beer selection. $35 for corkage. $6 valet parking with validation. Free for 1 hour only with validation. It's a very casual place. Clean.

    My kiddo is a big fan of sichuan food especially fish fillet in chilli sauce so we came here for…read morelunch out of her recommendation as this is her favorite Chinese restaurant in town. The reception wasn't warm as the girl was on the phone and she just waved at us to get in. Food was scrumptious. Their basa fish fillet in chilli sauce had to be the best I've tasted. The fish was tender, sauce yummy, veggies fresh! It was excellently prepared. Husband and Wife beef and tripe slices was another outstanding dish. It was so good I had to order more rice to eat with it therefore happily broke my diet again. Steamd eggplant with pickled condiment on top tended to be on the salty side, it was soft and tasty. I loved it! Service was lukewarm at best. The girl performed her service in a convincingly nonchalant way. But at least I got lemon infused water refilled twice. :) Well decorated with Chinese cultural elements. Very spacious, clean and peaceful ambience. We had a lovely time and will return.

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    Wonton in chili oil 红油抄手
    Wonton in chili oil 红油抄手
    Beef noodle casserole 砂锅牛肉
    Beef noodle casserole 砂锅牛肉
    Intestine noodle of Shuangliu 双流肥肠粉

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    Intestine noodle of Shuangliu 双流肥肠粉
    Firstborn

    Firstborn

    4.2
    (135 reviews)
    13.2 mi
    $$$$

    Really outstanding modern take on Chinese cuisine. They apparently change their menu every week so…read morenothing is old. Their service was great and their servers were very knowledgeable. Their drinks also stood out in terms of creativity and the amount of work that goes into them. Overall, I put this on par with Baroo in terms of creativity, service and flavor.

    Firstborn is almost shockingly good for Chinatown, whose hip arriviste eateries have all seemed to…read morecoast on far more hype than quality. The menu is New American with Chinese influences served as a four-course prix fixe set, with each course having three choices, and optional additions are available. (There is an à la carte menu available in the bar area.) I went very carnivorous on my selections, choosing the beef tongue carpaccio, duck sausage, and beef short rib. There was not a bad dish among these: The tongue was tender, soft, and delicate. The duck sausage was fantastically good as well; served with an apple jam atop Swiss chard, it was a sort of Chinese-Alpine fusion cuisine of which I never envisioned but instantly wanted more. While delicious, the short rib was overshadowed by its cabbage accompaniment. My server told me it takes four days to make that dish, and I would have happily ordered a full dish of just that. The kaffir lime curd dessert was light and balanced, perfect after the heavier meat courses and like a small vacation to Thailand on a plate. The one dish I did not love was the Chongqing fried chicken course I added. The chicken itself ― a boneless leg quarter ― was a large portion and well-prepared, but the sauce covering it was a thick layer of chilis (which, thankfully, were not inedibly hot) and straight oil, lots of oil. Eating so much oil like that made for gastrointestinal discomfort the rest of the night. The soy pickles helped cut the greasiness a bit, but they weren't vinegary enough to get that level of oiliness off the palate. The duck fat rice, though quite good, also did not help much given its fattiness. Given the chance, I definitely would have requested the oil-sauce on the side. I did appreciate the crunchiness of the batter, which never went soggy despite being soaked in that oily puddle for a long time. I did not find any wines by the glass that bowled me over, so I stuck to cocktails, which were good. Service was warm, personable but not intrusive, and brisk, while the room has the comfortable feel of a mid-century modern den complete with well-worn cookbooks on the shelves lining the walls. I would happily return to try the bar menu with cocktails or when the prix fixe options change. At $68 for four courses, Firstborn's prix fixe is one of the best fine dining offers in L.A. right now, and it makes a trek up to Chinatown worthwhile.

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    Firstborn
    Duck sausage
    Duck sausage
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    BBQ Cabbage

    Joy Luck Kitchen - chinese - Updated July 2026

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