I came here because we love the Rosemead one. So my wife and I decided to give this one a try…read more Overall, food is okay, didn't taste like the Rosemead one, even though they are the same franchise. The waiter are rude, we were half way into our meal and they already gave us the check, and the waiter just stand there, WTF? The worse part was their food gave my wife caca-rrhea. I wouldn't go back to them, you guys can try it at your own risk.

I was craving noodles, so we had to stop by Mr. Dragon Noodle!…read more We ordered the beef noodle soup, and while I personally wasn't a huge fan of the noodles because they were a little too firm for my taste, the Angus beef tomato ramen was definitely a hit. We added pickled radish and bamboo shoots on the side, which made the noodle soup even better. We also ordered the xiao long bao, which came out juicy and delicious. I definitely recommend eating them while they're hot because once they cool down, the wrapper starts to harden and they're just not quite as good. For drinks, we got the honey lemon green tea, and it came in a huge jug! It was easily shareable between two people, so I thought it was a really good value for the price. Service was amazing as well. We came around 6 PM on a Sunday night and only waited about 5 minutes. It wasn't too busy, and there was plenty of parking available at that time, which was really nice. There's also underground parking if the plaza lot gets full. Would definitely come back again, especially for the Angus beef tomato ramen and xiao long bao!

Came here for the first time and food definitely did not disappoint. Been to other multiple Hong…read moreKong Cafe locations and this one in Walnut seems to have the best service. My daughter I ordered 3 separate dishes to share and my favorite was the Baked Cream Sauce Fish Fillet with Rice. Hers was the Baked Chicken with Pasta. Also got the Curry Chicken and surprisingly, it had more chicken than potatoes (fine with me since I am not a huge fan of potatoes). Their iced Lemon Tea passed my taste test. Decor here, like other Hong Kong cafes, is cute with replicas such as an old school phone booth and various memorabilia. Since I was born in Hong Kong, it sure made me felt a bit nostalgic. I look forward to coming back soon to try out their breakfast menu.

This place was quite good. I had never been to a Hong Kong Cafe before and I thought it was very on…read morethe nose that it this place was named Hong Kong cafe. The rice and minced pork was super good. Good sweetness and texture. The chow fun was good but I think I would have preferred soy sauce option over the black bean option. The crispy noodles had a really good texture that I really liked, but I wish they were in a diff sauce. A more savory soy sauce or a more salty peanut sauce would have been great. I also like the ambiance and service was also pretty good! the food did not take that long to come out. Everything was pretty affordable and parking was really simple to find as well! Overall, I would recommend going to this place! I think most people would really enjoy it!

I tried the pho and the vermicelli bowl, they both are really good, broth is favorful enough, and…read morenot too oily or bland. Service is friendly Ambiance is relaxed I will be back to try other items

Community staple and favorite. This restaurant has been here forever (pho-ever, hehe) around 2020…read moreand I just only recently had it with my mom. I guess it used to be a Japanese restaurant, but it always looked so fancy on the outside that when I was in MS/HS/college, it looked too bougie to go to. Now 15 years later and with paltry income, I can treat my mom to lunch here! They're open at 11 AM, but we went in at around 10:50 AM since the Open sign was turned and the Open lights were one. Worker there greeted us with a smile, checked up on us the entire time, refilled our waters, brought us bowls to help us split food even when not prompted, and had a smile on the entire time. For the hour that we were there, a single diner came in and a party of 8 as well. They have a written wait list in front and a to go order kiosk, so you can tell they're pretty popular. Both of us got custom pho, which is $17 (the lowest base price unless you get plain) and you get an option of 3 proteins. Add an extra $1 for fresh noodles. We both just opted for the classic thin noodles. I ordered without beansprouts thinking it was already going to be in our broth, but it comes out as a side dish but the plate was enough for my mom and I to share. HUGE portions of pho. The bowl size is easily a large at any other pho restaurant. Both of us finished all of the meat in our order, but there was still a decent amount of noodles left so come in hungry. I ordered my custom pho with beef brisket, flank, and rib eye. Some of the cuts were a bit more fattier with big chunks of chewy gooey fat, which I'm not a fan of and left in the bowl. Other than that, pretty good meat quality. Not the most tender, but not tiny pieces or too dry either. Broth was pretty flavorful, nice depth of taste with the beef stock flavor, the onions and other garnishes. It's a bit fatty in taste, but it makes it richer in my opinion. We got a regular fried rice to try and take home for my brother's lunch. It's a plain one with carrots, peas, and scrambled eggs with some onions, garlic, and pepper (the spice). Light in flavor so it's not mega greasy. Just add some sauce on the side to taste. Overall, not a bad experience.

Felt in the mood for Thai food at the time, so I visited Basil & Co. Overall it was a great…read moreexperience with great food and excellent service. This has became one of my favorite spots. Went to the store on a Saturday at around 11:30 AM. It was moderately busy but I was able to seamlessly grab a seat for two. Parking was plentiful in the plaza. By the time I left, there was line waiting in front. Pad Thai: Got this with no green onions. The pad thai leans towards the sweeter side. They only gave one lime. We didn't feel it was enough so we asked for another one. Pork jerky: This came with two sauces. One seemed to be more of a vinegar base and the other one was more savory one. Both were good. Jerky was crispy and packed full of flavor. Papaya salad with pork belly: This includes green peas and tomatoes as well. It tasted seasoned well. The pork belly was also crispy. This took a bit longer to come out but worth the wait. (Completely forgot to take a photo since I was looking forward to it too much!) Make sure to ask for the spice tray; I added many spices for an extra kick. American Express is accepted here.

If you're looking for authentic Thai food in Diamond Bar, then stop looking and head over here. My…read morewife and I recently had lunch with my mom at Basil and Co and we were blown away with the quality of food. For appetizers we had the fried calamari and papaya salad. For entrees, we ordered the Yellow Pumpkin Curry (mild spice), Pineapple Fried Rice and Pad See Ew. * Fried Calamari - perfect crispiness, not too salty and flavorful with lime. It sparks your hunger even further. * Papaya Salad - tender and sweet, you forget that it's thinly sliced papaya rather than a traditional salad. It's a perfect balance with the calamari and other entrees. * Yellow Pumpkin Curry - my choice of protein was combo (chicken, beef, shrimp) the mild spice gave just enough kick to not be overbearing for my taste buds. Perfectly paired as a sauce for the pineapple fried rice. It's so tasty, that my stomach became a bottomless pit. I couldn't stop eating it. * Pineapple Fried Rice - juicy and sweet, the veggies were soft and easy to chew. I enjoyed the sweet addition of the pineapple, but it may not be for everyone. This dish is not salty. * Pad See Ew - a traditional Thai dish done perfectly. The noodles, sauce, veggies and meat were delicious. I took it home and had it for lunch at work the next day. The waiters were attentive and provided quick service without making interruptions during our meal. The atmosphere of the restaurant may not be for everyone since it is extremely loud and seating is pretty cramped. I compare the noise volume to a traditional dimsum restaurant. I didn't mind the cramped seating or noise levels. Overall, Basil and Co is a five star restaurant and I had a very enjoyable experience. I plan to return here for good Thai food in the foreseeable future.

I came for brunch with my sister and it is already packed. Luckily we were able to get seated…read morepretty quickly. There is a QR code that you can scan which will give you the digital menu which you can order off of right away without having to wait for the waiter. If you're not sure on what to order the menu tells you what is their popular dishes to help give you an idea of what's good. We order the marinated cucumber salad, Shanghai spicy shrimp and pork wontons, pan fried pork dumplings, pork xiao long bao, and the beef tenderloin udon with black pepper. My favorites were the Shanghai spicy shrimp and pork wontons and the beef tenderloin udon with black pepper. Both are considered spicy dishes but I have a weak spicy tolerance and I did not think that they were spicy at all! The pan fried dumpling skirt was crispy and instantly melts in your mouth. The xiao long baos have a small amount of soup within and the cucumber salad was so refreshing. The food comes out quick! The staff work quick to ensure you get all of your food fast. This place is one of my favorite spots to grab some dumplings. Highly recommend!

I've been coming to Thumbling for about 4 years, and it used to be one of my favorite restaurants…read more Unfortunately, it's gone downhill. The sesame peanut noodles have been disappointing the last three times I've ordered them. They barely add any sauce anymore, so the noodles taste bland. Instead, they throw in a ton of minced garlic and especially minced ginger, which completely overpowers the dish. It doesn't taste anything like it used to. The service has also gotten worse. I asked an employee in Spanish if I could have a straw. She acted like she didn't understand me, so I asked again in English, and she still said she didn't understand. I just said never mind. But a few minutes later, my aunt asked the same employee in Spanish for more water, and suddenly she understood perfectly. That honestly left me confused. The employees also come off as rude and unfriendly. Then, when it's time to pay, they practically shove the tablet in your face while standing there watching you. We were a party of four, yet there was a $16 gratuity added, and on top of that they asked us how much extra tip we wanted to leave. It feels like you're being pressured into tipping twice instead of it being your choice. It's honestly sad because this place used to be so good. I've noticed fewer people eating there lately, and if the food quality and customer service keep getting worse, I can see why. I hope management takes this seriously and brings Thumbling back to what it used to be.

They have changed the way you order your food since I last wrote my review. Instead, you can pick…read morehow much serving of meats, mushrooms, and so forth you want instead of from a menu. They charge per lb I believe. There is also a separate serving table in which you can pick sauces you want! I tried it recently after probably half a year of not coming and it's still soooo tasty. Still amazing and welcoming service from the person up front. Food is so fresh and I always crave solo hot pot. They play nice music that isn't too loud while you're eating as well. Signed, Your #1 Dashi broth fan. Thanks for all you guys do!!

Very pleasant experience…read more Went on a Friday around 6:30 PM. When you walk in, the first thing you see is a waitlist where you write down your name and number. The young woman working immediately acknowledged us before we even finished writing our info down and asked how many were in our party. We said two, and she told us to go ahead and start building our bowls. The concept is pretty cool and very straightforward. You grab a bowl and tongs, then walk through the different sections choosing your ingredients. They had a good variety of veggies, noodles, meats, seafood, tofu, etc. Pricing is by weight at $15.99/lb. Once you finish building your bowl, you head to the cashier where they weigh it and you choose your broth and spice level. The broth selection was surprisingly huge, around 15 options if I remember correctly. I got the Tom Yum broth mild spice, and my girlfriend got the Organic Miso mild spice. We also added jasmine green tea and white rice for $1.99 each. After ordering, they give you a table number and you can head over to the self-serve sauce station while your food is being prepared. The sauce bar had ponzu, sesame oil, soy sauce, sriracha, Tabasco, scallions, cilantro, red onion, satay sauce, shallots, minced garlic, chili powder, chili oil, and more. The soups came out quickly and were served over a live flame at the table, which was a nice touch. Both broths were excellent. Even at mild spice, there was still a pleasant kick. The broth itself had good body and flavor and didn't taste watery at all. Service was also great. The server checked on us consistently, kept drinks refilled, and was attentive without hovering. The restaurant itself is pretty small, maybe around 8 tables, but it felt cozy rather than cramped. Nice interior, comfortable temperature, clean setup, and the vibe was relaxing. They were playing bossa nova versions of 2000s and modern hits which honestly fit the atmosphere perfectly. Definitely a spot I'd come back to. Great value, fun experience, and genuinely good hot pot.

Was craving some pho so came to our spot! They are always…read moreso quick to get everything out & always on it with getting the sides we need. Love their pho, it was delicious today! & Will forever come here for their buy 2 get 1 free deal on the Thai teas! (: They updated their sign outside, now it says Pho Hay! Also on their menus!

Pho Hay is the perfect spot to go for a delicious meal. Their Kobe Pho and freshly made egg rolls…read moreare always 10/10. The hostess/servers always seem happy to be there & offer a great experience.

Was craving some korean soup on a cold night and decided to try Yuk Dae Jang for the first time and…read moreit did not disappoint! Everything we had tasted so delicious and flavorful, even the side dishes that consisted of kimchi, fish cakes, and some chives. We kept asking for more and the employees were more than happy to keep them coming! For food, we got the bossam, sulungtang, and yukgaejang. The bossam arrived on this grill that kept it warm throughout the meal, which I can appreciate. The sulungtang and yukgaejang were both phenominal and hit the korean comfort food cravings. Get the purple rice!! Not to mention they had deals on alcohol too. I believe $5 for beer and $7 for a soju bottle -- cant beat that in this economy! Definitely will be adding this to my rotation for korean food.

Unacceptable Service I am completely done with this…read morerestaurant. Over our last five visits, we've had the exact same middle-aged female server, and her attitude is consistently awful. She clearly hates her job and lacks even the most basic communication skills. No Manners: She barely speaks, rolls her eyes or sighs heavily when asked for simple things like water, and practically shoves plates onto the table. Hostile Vibe: She radiates misery and makes you feel like an absolute burden just for ordering a meal. If you are this miserable in customer service, find another industry. We won't be returning until management addresses who is representing their business. 최악의 서비스 이 식당은 이제 절대 안 갑니다. 최근 5번의 방문 내내 같은 중년 여성 서버가 담당했는데, 태도가 늘 한결같이 최악이었습니다. 자기 일을 끔찍하게 싫어하는 게 뻔히 보이고, 기본적인 소통 능력조차 없습니다. 형편없는 매너: 말도 거의 안 섞고, 물 같은 기본 세팅을 부탁하면 대놓고 한숨을 쉬며 눈치를 줍니다. 음식도 거의 던지듯 서빙합니다. 불쾌한 분위기: 온몸으로 짜증을 뿜어내서, 내 돈 내고 밥을 먹는 것조차 엄청난 민폐처럼 느껴지게 만듭니다. 서비스직이 그렇게 적성에 안 맞으면 제발 다른 일을 알아보세요. 매니저가 이 직원에 대해 조치를 취하기 전까지는 다신 안 갑니다.

Pleasantly surprised to find this spot in Walnut, great place for family dining, soup dumplings so…read morejuicy and the pork & chive dumplings hit the spot!

Fresh (not frozen) dumplings (Xiao Long Bao) with soup, very juicy. Appetizers are very tasty!!…read moreRestaurant setting/deco and services both are nice!

Oh man, its a blessing & a curse that I haven't been here sooner. I've been getting the yubu…read morepockets from h-mart for a while now and after coming here, how can i not come at least once a week? Its about $5/$6 a pocket and I do think that they're pretty stacked. I got here right at opening and probably waited around 20 minutes for my food. There's so many toppings to choose from but I think my top 4 would have to be the fresh salmon, fresh ginger tuna, grilled bulgogi & fluffy egg.

Got there at 3:45 pm and they promptly opened their doors at 4 pm. By the time they opened, more…read morediners started lining up. The place is small but neatly arranged with a few round white tables in the middle and some square ones on the sides. Chiller containing variety of drinks on one side of the wall and the water self service on the other wall. We approached the order desk equipped with a monitor where you can place your order and pay. The pricing is affordable and presentation was pretty good. The person behind the counter was helpful in showing us how to order. He did not even rush us at all even though the line was already getting longer. Delivery of the order was quick. They were all fresh and delicious. It would have been better though if their rice is fluffier not a bit dry. Another comment for improvement is to be generous with those special higher priced pieces like the Crabmon and chunkier pieces of salmon like in the photo. After we have eaten, we ordered another batch to take home. Yes, definitely a must to try and worth visiting again to get the other items to enjoy. Hopefully next time we go, the rice will be better and bigger topping portions that's fair for its price.