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    La Sinbala

    4.0 (1.8k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Classy
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Lucky P.

    Went for my routine since I was in the area. Always a happy feeling. Food was good and flavor was nice. The spicy sausage was good with the pork shop dish

    Shaved Ice
    Travis P.

    This place was a staple growing up, and I've been here countless times. This was my first visit back in years, and I was happy to find it's still just as good as I remember. They serve all the Taiwanese classics, and everything we tried tasted great. We ordered these items to share: Taiwanese Sausage Rice - There's something about this place's sausage that tastes different from others. It's always good. (5/5) Popcorn Chicken - Super crispy with tons of flavor. I'd definitely recommend getting this. (5/5) Beef Noodle Soup - I liked that it wasn't overly spicy or packed with oil. The broth was just right and very tasty. Delicious. (4.5/5) Shaved Ice - We got the custom option where you can choose five different toppings for around $13. It was good, though I'm not crazy about the syrup they added. Still refreshing. (4/5) Overall, this place is comfort food and pure nostalgia for me. Prices were reasonable, with our total coming out to about $55 for all four dishes. I'd definitely come back when I'm craving classic Taiwanese food.

    Brandon F.

    Haven't been to Sinbala in like 8 years but it still hits the spot. Got the fried pork chop with dried vermicelli noodles, beef noodle soup, spicy wontons, and of course the Sinbala sausage. Food came out quick and tasted fresh. The pork was crunchy and juicy and side - not dry at all. The beef noodle soup impressed me. A lot of Taiwanese places make it super beef focused almost like a beef concentrate. This one used a lot of other herbs and reminded me of some bowls I've had in Taipei. The sausage classic as always. 5 stars for high quality food at an affordable price. A nostalgic spot for Taiwanese in the SGV

    Fried pork chop rice
    Karen T.

    This is a great place for both food and dessert. For food, we got the sausage rice, fried pork chop rice, popcorn chicken, and a spicy beef noodle soup. My favorites here are the rice dishes. The rice dishes usually come with some egg and tomato, corn, and steamed cabbage. The sausage and fried pork chop were both good. The fried pork chop was boneless, tender, and not overly fried. The popcorn chicken was just ok. Some of the meat was a bit hard/dry and visually some pieces just did not look very appealing. I would skip this next time. The beef noodle soup was on the spicier side. The dish had two pieces of beef, some cabbage pieces but no other green veggies, and they use a thicker noodle. The broth is dark and flavorful. It was not bad but I prefer the rice dishes over this. For dessert, we got a custom shave ice that comes with 5 items. We picked lychee, red bean, taro balls, rice balls, and condensed milk. It comes in a big bowl so easy to share. It is also already topped with a brown sugar syrup so the condensed milk might not be necessary. I always enjoy getting one of these at the end of our meal! Located in a plaza with easily accessible free parking. Service is quick. Ambience is casual/basic and decent for an Asian restaurant (but keep your expectations low). One of my favorite spots for Taiwanese food and shave ice!

    Spicy beef noodle soup
    Samantha C.

    + a small little restaurant with easy parking since it shares with multiple other shops and restaurants + authentic and delicious + clean + sausage was tasty! + beef noodle soup was delicious and packed with noodles and beef! + lots of items to choose on the menu

    Spicy beef noodle soup - the best beef noodle soup out of all the places I've tried.... Beef is tender. Love the texture of the noodles
    Rosanna L.

    One of the best places for spicy beef noodle soup. The broth is so strong and flavorful. The beef is tender. The noodles are nice and chewy. It's served with preserved veggies that are just the right sourness. Must order. We also order the Taiwanese Sinbala sausage with garlic slices. The sausages are so yummy. Something about that flavor that just makes you want more. Remember to bring mints cause it'll definitely make your breath smell. This visit we also ordered the squid ball noodle soup. The squid balls are specially made and are nice and chewy. The broth was thick and tasty. Definitely will be back. Service was minimal. They gave us self serve large container of water. It's located in a mid size plaza with sufficient parking.

    Alan N.

    La SinBala is a true mom-and-pop Taiwanese cafe serving up comfort food that hits the spot every time. It's tucked in a busy Arcadia plaza with plenty of parking, making it an easy stop for lunch or dinner. The food is classic Taiwanese comfort, we loved the beef noodle soup, popcorn chicken, and beef rolls. Everything came out super quick, portions were generous, and you will definitely leave full. It's especially fun to go with a bigger group so you can order a variety of dishes to share. Service isn't the warmest, but it's efficient enough for how fast the food comes out. Just note there's a $30 minimum for credit cards, so plan accordingly. All in all, a reliable go-to for hearty, authentic Taiwanese food in the SGV.

    Tiffany C.

    We always eat here when we head up towards the area! It's my favorite Taiwanese cafe for their famous Taiwanese sausage and their 8 treasure shaved ice. We will also order other items but those two are our staples. We also always order packages of frozen raw sausage to bring home for some easy and delicious meals. The to go sausage packs are $15...which has increased over the years but my family loves it so much that we buy it regardless! It's funny how we ordered the cold chicken noodles and it actually comes out in a prepackaged to go container even though we are dining in. This place is definitely not about presentation but we love the authentic home style foods. Service is friendly and no nonsense. They provide your own water pitcher to refill your own waters. There are also napkins on the table.

    Fried Pork Chop Rice
    Anna W.

    Grew up coming here for Taiwanese food, so it holds a lot of nostalgia for me. The Taiwanese sausage plate is my favorite, it's so good, and I always grab a pack of the frozen sausages before I leave. Overall, everything here is good. Prices have definitely gone up over the years, but the food is still very good. The servers were friendly, and the atmosphere is simple and comfortable. Definitely recommend if you're looking for authentic Taiwanese food.

    scallion pancake, radish cake, veggie dumplings, veggie oyster omlette
    Rita C.

    ICONIC TAIWANESE RESTAURANT. They used to have one in the Bay area where I lived, but that location closed. Whenever my parents come to visit SoCal, we make sure to have this place! What we got: scallion pancake (10/10 yums): I really liked how crispy the scallion pancakes were. They weren't too oily and I felt like they had a nice amount of flavor to them. shrimp wonton noodle soup with vermicelli (10/10 yums): As someone who really likes to drink soup, this was not too salty and I liked the wontons that were in it as well. It was a small piece of shrimp with some ground up pork. Overall, very good! boiled veggies (10/10 yums): honestly, my parents ordered this so I'm not too sure what kind of veggies they were, but they were part of the appetizer with the meat sauce on top. We opted to not have the meat sauce because my dad is vegetarian and it was still very good! vegetarian dumplings (10/10 yums): very good! I liked how the filling was a mixture of vermicelli and veggies. My only problem with this one was that the top of the dumpling skin was a little thick and wasn't cooked all the way through. veggie oyster omelette (10/10 yums): love how they have a vegetarian option of this! I really liked it and it was super classic. There was a good balance of the egg vs. mushroom and the rice flour inside. Overall, great place for Taiwanese food! Parking is easy as there is a big lot. I also recommend the shaved ice if you are there during summer!

    Taiwanese sausage rice
    Pig A.

    I ordered to go on the phone the waiter didn't mention it to me that's CASH ONLY below $25. I purchased sausage rice about $17. And they don't let me use credit card so I have to went back to my car, luckily my friend has enough cash borrowed to me. And when I got home and check the bag they didn't even provide me a receipt which I thought the cashier would provide it in the bag because when I pay CASh they didn't ask me do I need a receipt. The important part it's not busy at all during the lunch time and I was the only customer there. They should not have excuses for too busy to forget to provide receipt for cash customer. The taste is so so and would not go back again!

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    Val S.

    Consistent, good food, good service! My favorites are the popcorn chicken rice, Taiwanese sausage rice (with sliced garlic on the side), spicy wonton (garlicky!), and XLB (takes 20 minutes). We also get the honey green tea which is always on point and the brown sugar milk. I also love the "shaved ice" with toppings. It's a large serving and good for two people or one super hungry person. Hits the spot on hot days!

    Danny C.

    Traditional Taiwanese food. Lots of good stuff on the menu but had a food marathon on vacation so was only able to order these items. Went at 11am, ease of parking and plenty of seating. They are famous for their sausage and desserts. If in the area, a must try.

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    Definitely try the Taiwanese sausage (dish) 香肠. It's very flavorful and comes with slices of raw garlic that pair nicely.

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    Food portion is the same as before. Service is fast. Need to wait when there are many customers. Ambiance is standard setting.

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    Ask the Community - La Sinbala

    How much does one pound of frozen sausage cost?

    I cannot read Chinese but I posted the prices of the frozen items on Yelp!

    Do they have a credit card minimum?

    Yes, $30.

    Is the Taiwanese sausage similar to Char sui sausage? Ever since Paul's Kitchen in Monterey Park closed I've been trying to find similar or better.

    Yes, I would say it's similar! Bring cash because I don't think they take card.

    Do they have new hours and what time do they stop picking up the phone?

    How are they operating during Covid? Is it different?

    They will tell you that last order time was 2:30, and you can stay till 3:00pm. But after 2:30, the server will take back your food which you're still working, twice, without asking if they can take it. When I stop the server, she told me rudely… Read more

    Does anyone know why Sinbala Arcadia is closed since Wednesday 8/19/2020? Isn't it's business hours Wednesday through Sunday (11-7 pm; closed 2-4pm)? Have been calling trying to support them by ordering pick but no one is answering. Thanks.

    I heard from a friend of the owner that the owners may be taking a break for their health. Difficult times...I miss their food too.

    Is this place open? I want to order and pickup food.

    As of 6/20/2020. Arcadia辛巴樂門店提供部份飯類、麵類熟食Togo,還有黑糖刨冰和飲料喔! 請電話6264460886訂購餐點… Read more

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    Bingsu Bingsu - Mango strawberry add red bean

    Bingsu Bingsu

    4.2(175 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$

    We ordered the signature bingsu and it was amazing. I came in here with no expectations and…read morehonestly this place really blew me away. Their bingsu and toppings all blended so well together it felt like I was eating a Chinese/Korean açaí bowl. It felt like a very light dessert and I could keep eating more of it. Some bingsu's are a bit more decadent. This place was just right. The bingsu was light and the texture was perfect. It wasn't too icy like some other places. Service was excellent! The cashier was kind and patient. We received our order quickly. There is plenty of seating inside the store. Bingsu Bingsu is located on the promenade side of the Arcadia Westfield mall. There is plenty of parking all around the mall. Would highly recommend this bingsu shop!

    Came here on a weekend around lunch time, and was craving for bingsu (Korean shaved ice). This…read morestore is conveniently located in the Arcadia Mall/Santa Anita mall (in the outdoor mall area nearby Nordstrom). I ordered the mango passionfruit bingsu (large) to share for two. Lots of mango pieces covered with passionfruit jelly (dripped with mango and passionfruit puree). You also get a scoop of ice cream (flavor of your choice) ) on top of your bingsu, and I chose vanilla. Very refreshing on a hot day! There are a handful of seating inside, so can be pretty crowded when busy. Good value as the large portion size is plenty to share for two. Parking wise, can be a pain in the you-know-what at this mall, especially on a weekend or during a holiday.

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    Spiceology - Popcorn Chicken

    Spiceology

    4.1(291 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    My absolute FAVORITE popcorn chicken in the 626! I grew up eating at Spiceology and the quality…read morestays CONSISTENT. It's so hard to find a place that stays consistent over 10+ years but they have. They're located in the same plaza as 626 Hospitality and Dollar Tree. It might be hard to find their store but it's in the 90 degree corner of Dollar Tree. There's plenty of parking spots available for customers regardless of the nearby busy businesses. They have plenty of seating to choose from and you can do your homework, catch up with friends, and eat their food! They offer shaved ice, rice plates, and appetizers/snacks. Food: Popcorn Chicken (10/10): We got mild spice for the popcorn chicken and it was the perfect amount of spice. You can definitely choose no spice or go even spicier. They fry the popcorn chicken fresh to order so it might take a bit for your order to come out. The chicken is still moist regardless of the fry and the best part is, there's an amazing amount of crunch with each piece.

    COVID-19: Social distancing is not enforced at this establishment. Some of the staff wears a mask…read more All customers are not expected to wear a mask. It's optional now. There are some hand sanitizers available for customers to use. This place is open and available with limited capacity. They are not sanitizing in between customers. I mention these things in my reviews for the sake of protecting immunocompromised people like the elderly and people sick with cancer and other illnesses. COVID-19 Vaccination Proof: This establishment currently does not require proof of vaccination. While I was here in this establishment several days ago, I asked if they had any special offers, and they are offering a free small green tea, black tea, or barley tea if you order a bento box. They also do not allow pets in their establishment UNLESS it's a service animal. Parking: The parking lot for this establishment is pretty big, but keep in mind that they share the lot with several other establishments, so the lot can get full. Some parking spots are smaller than others so be careful where you park. Establishment: The establishment itself is very clean, neat, and tidy. I wish they would play music or something because it's awfully quiet in there. Also, they turned off most of their lights, so it's dimly lit. I know that they are trying to save money on their electricity bill, but it's lowkey kinda creepy. Besides the creepy vibes, the food was lit. I had ordered a Taiwanese sausage rice bento box ($11.99) and a mild popcorn chicken ($6.50). They are currently doing a promotion where if you order one of their bento boxes, they will give you either a free small green tea, black tea, or barley tea. Take your pick. I chose to get a black tea with my Taiwanese sausage rice. The Taiwanese sausage rice is reminiscent of my time in Taiwan. The sausage was just so juicy. The minced pork on top of the rice was also very flavorful. The zucchini, corn, and cabbage were slightly seasoned with sesame oil, sugar, and salt, which made them taste 10x more delicious. I loved how tender the cabbage and zucchini were. The half egg was soft and had a bit of a runny yolk, which is something I enjoyed because I put the yolk all over the minced pork, which helped enhanced the rich flavors of the minced pork. Overall, everything was very delicious. I also love how juicy, tender, and crunchy their popcorn chicken are. The black tea was strong, bold, and smoky. Loved it! Portion sizes are great for the price. Totally worth a visit. Staff: I came here for lunch a couple of days ago (TO GO), and while I was waiting for my food, I was chatting with the owner. He explained to me that business has been extremely slow, and he wished he had some more customers. Please go check out Spiceology if you haven't yet. The food is delicious! The staff here are very friendly, welcoming, and kind. If you do visit this lovely Taiwanese spot, just an FYI, they only take cash or Zelle. No credit card.

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    Spiceology - The store - it's not very decorated and almost seems closed

    The store - it's not very decorated and almost seems closed

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    Salju Dessert

    Salju Dessert

    4.3(1.4k reviews)
    5.2 mi
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    We found GOLD in Alhambra! Mother's Day lunch at a well known seafood restaurant, the family was…read moresearching for dessert to complete the special occasion. Of course we turned to Yelp! Enter Salju! Amazing place. Delicious dessert, super friendly service, and very cozy but comfortable dining area. Huge variety of desserts from drinks, to ice cream, crepes, and the best shaved ice. The service was a bit slow but not because of lack of hustle. This couple was hauling the best they can with the Mother's Day crowd. And it was worth the wait. Check out everyone's photos. If you're coming in a big crew like I did, order different items and share share share. I will definitely make an effort to return here especially with summer fast approaching. Clean solo bathroom and plenty of parking.

    Such a cute hidden spot on Valley! I stopped by late at night craving something to cool me off and…read moreended up here for dessert. I've been here before, but ever since Salju went viral on TikTok, it's definitely gotten a lot busier compared to past years. That said, the quality is still great. I ordered a regular milk shaved ice with mango and mochi, plus condensed milk drizzled on top. The shaved ice itself and the toppings were delicious, but I'd probably skip the condensed milk next time since it made everything a bit too sweet for my taste. Portion sizes are generous. The small is easily enough to share between two people, and the medium is massive. There are tons of flavor options to choose from, and orders come out pretty quickly despite how busy it can get!

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    Welcome to Salju Dessert. #Order counter

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    Soonheene - Boneless-1 Flavor-Soy Sauce Bulgogi

    Soonheene

    4.3(317 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Haven't been back to Soonheene & Twozone in a while--mainly because my friends don't share my love…read morefor that irresistible sweet-and-spicy kick in tteokbokki. They like their savory food strictly savory. But this time, I didn't compromise. I went all in on the sweet combo: tteokbokki with honey butter chicken. Truly a match made in heaven. The tteokbokki delivers that perfect balance of heat and sweetness, with the sauce clinging beautifully to each chewy rice cake. Every bite is bold, glossy, and deeply satisfying. The pickled radish on the side adds just the right touch of brightness, cutting through the richness and refreshing your palate between bites. And the honey butter chicken? It arrives hot and audibly crunchy, each piece generously coated in that addictive sweet-savory seasoning. Crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and dangerously easy to keep reaching for. This combo hits every note--spicy, sweet, crunchy, chewy, rich, and refreshing. Easily a five-star experience.

    After last time we wanted to come back and try the army stew we saw one table had that time…read more Parking was decent, since it was a Wednesday night, it wasn't busy. We came around 6pm and it changed for dine in option, a server was available this time to give us menus, take our orders at the table and provided banchan (side dishes) for us as well as water. There was a few other tables with us and the place still looks the same. I also noticed a QR code on the table which we didn't use but may be to help streamline ordering in case a server was too busy. The banchan is refillable upon request which we did ask and it was received! I am super happy to see fishcake, picked radish cubes, kimchi, and stir fried julienne potato. Here is what we got: An order of two boneless fired chicken (bulgogi and onion sauce, $3.50 extra for onion and it was worth it in my opinion!). Onion sauce was a nice creamy mild sauce over the chicken and slightly cooling effect to counter the spicy army stew. The bulgogi sauce was slightly spicy and sweet, since it was slightly spicy to my son, and he didn't want to try the onion one, we asked the server to add in a side of fries my son might not eat the chicken. The army stew spicy level cannot be modified and yes it was a little too spicy for me but I ate it well with chicken and fries. It came with a bowl of rice and fried egg on top. We didn't ask for more rice as there was plenty of food. I did enjoy the cheese covered spam slices, mini sausages, and fish cake in the stew, I didn't eat much of the noodles given how spicy it was. Once we finished eating we asked for a check and a to go box, the server was handling the tables by herself and was very attentive to us so she did a wonderful job. Overall, super happy I came back. We plan to com back to try their pancakes and tofu soup!

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    Serving plates and utensils

    Soonheene - 6. PORK BELLY WITH FRIED KIMCHI

    6. PORK BELLY WITH FRIED KIMCHI

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    Tim’s Thai Tea - Left to right: Thai Tea Milkshake, Malz Con Yelo

    Tim’s Thai Tea

    4.0(122 reviews)
    3.7 mi

    I had a good experience at Tim's Thai Tea (San Gabriel). I ordered the Mais Con Yelo ($15 - 24oz)…read moreand Thai Tea ($9 - 24oz). Although its Thai Tea felt lackluster, the Mais Con Yelo dessert ensnared my heart. I happily bit into its creamy, sweet scoop of ice cream. I arrived at Tim's Thai Tea (San Gabriel) on Thursday (around 6:30PM). It's located inside the Blossom Market Hall. Parking is easy. The lot is spacious. Customers order at the counter or self-service kiosk. Staff is friendly but unmemorable. Staff usually vanishes behind the counter. After ordering, Staff provides an electronic pager. It beeps when your order is ready. My order took six minutes and 53 seconds. As mentioned, I ordered the Mais Con Yelo ($15 - 24oz) and Thai Tea ($9 - 24oz). The Mais Con Yelo includes Sweet Corn Cheese Ice Cream, Sweet Corn & Cream Corn Mix, Shaved Ice, Evaporated Milk, Condensed Milk, and Corn Cereal. When fresh, the Mais Con Yelo ($15 - 24oz) is VERY delicious. The ice cream is creamy with a robust, addictive corn flavor; its dry corn cereal toppings add a playful "CRUNCH." However, this treat is messy. It melts quickly!! As you progress, the treat tastes like chilled milky sweet corn. Unfortunately, the Thai Tea ($9 - 24oz) tastes heavy and bitter. There's an appreciated tea flavor attempt; however, it tasted burnt. Also, the boba pearls had a very off-putting texture and taste. These boba pearls felt like defrosted marshmallows. Despite the mediocre taste, I appreciated how the drink is thirst-quenching and huge. The Thai Tea is not bad, but it's forgettable. Concerning ambiance, Tim's Thai Tea (San Gabriel) benefits from being inside the popular Blossom Market Hall. It's filled with customers! The music is also very energetic and upbeat like a nightclub. The location has plenty of tables and seating. And the location is well-ventilated and clean. If I were to nitpick, Tim's Thai Tea (San Gabriel) would benefit from a hand sanitizer bottle because its desserts are so messy. Overall, I appreciated my visit to Tim's Thai Tea (San Gabriel). Personally, the Mais Con Yelo ($15 - 24oz) saved this experience. It's a beautiful and delicious dessert. If curious, I lightly recommend. 4.5 out of 5

    I came to Ube Fest and my son was asking for Thai Tea. The pictures seem like a legit, decent…read moredrinks but mostly Filipino drinks. We waited 40 minutes for two drinks; Thai Tea & Milo shake. Very dissatisfying on the water down Thai tea and Milo taste like your normal chocolate shake, no trace of Milo. Overly priced for two drinks $28 for 24oz Thai tea and 16oz Milo shake. I can get more from Cafe 86 and way better tasting drinks! Next time, maybe do a quality check on your drinks and train your workers better. It looks like a bunch of kids running around and do not look like they know what they're doing.

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    Left to right: Halo-Halo, Buko Pandan

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