Great vibes and ambience! Great spot for groups and if you want to drink. Big restaurant so there wasn't a wait when we came in on a Tuesday night. Probably busier on weekends. I like how their skewers come in bunches of 20, which is why it's good for groups. However they are on the thinner side compared to other skewer places. Not a big fan of how the beef skewers are on the sweeter side. Switching between the beef and the lamb really lets you taste the difference. The cucumber salad was great! Super flavorful and slightly more spice than other places I've been to. The oyster is pricey for one piece, but not horrible. Decent although a little gritty and slightly ocean taste. I prefer my oysters more garlic forward. Would definitely come back with more friends and to drink! Overall a pretty great spot to hang out and get a quick bite in. read more

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My first time coming here and it was pretty good. The service was good and the food came out very fast! I loved the interior a lot and it felt like it would be a good place to go with a big group of people. We ordered the cucumber salad, lamb skewers, and beef skewers. The flavor in the cucumber salad was so good and I loved how big it is! I enjoyed the lamb skewers a lot as well. The seasoning was perfect but I did wish some pieces had more meat. The beef skewers were a bit on the sweeter side which I am not the biggest fan of but it was still good! Overall, the place has great prices for the quantity that they give you. I did wish that the parking situation was easier. read more

Little Skewer - premium marbled beef skewers - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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For appetizers, I got corn cheese, golden soup pot, cucumber salad, and a side of rice. Cucumber salad had a huge portion, was super refreshing with cucumbers, cilantro, and peanuts. Golden soup pot had a tangy, chicken broth base with lots of filling: vermicelli, beef, napa cabbage, fish cake, tofu skin. Corn cheese was super flavorful: cheesy sweet corn paired well with the rice and skewers. For skewers I got, beef, lamb, quail egg, king oyster mushroom, sausage, fried chicken skin, chicken wing. My personal favorites were the fried chicken skin and king oyster mushrooms. Ambience of the restaurant was pretty packed on a weekday night. Had loud Chinese music playing. No wait time, lots of open tables, super spacious. Loved that the table had sets of necessities so you didn't have to ask the waiter: napkins, chili powder, water, chopsticks. You order from an ipad which made everything super easy, also had lots of pictures to show the items. Service was great. Friendly waiters that helped us light our soup hotpot again and pack our leftovers! Was super attentive as well. Would overall recommend coming here for skewers. Had lots of variety to order from. Flavorful skewers and lots of appetizers. Looking forward to coming back to try the stinky tofu! read more

Little Skewer - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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Amazing flavor on the skewers at this spot. The beef skewers are incredibly and perfectly seasoned. The lamb skewers were also very tasty and seasoned well, but it was very unfortunate so many of our lamb skewers were like 70% fat and 30% meat. We will not be getting those skewers again and will just stick with the beef skewers. Their ma la tang pot is also incredibly seasoned and full of napa, beef, fishcakes, and noodles. The broth was so spicy and delicious that we got extra broth and packaged it to-go to eat it at home! Best of all, they had BOGO free beers on their menu for a decent price. It was perfect for just the two of us drinking that night, but they have more great drinks on their menu for a decent price. Overall, great food and vibes. Would highly recommend! read more

Little Skewer - Ma La Tang Pot - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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Good quality meat skewers & non-meat skewers with good quantities at very reasonable prices with decent service in a welcoming and lively environment. We waited about half an hour for a table for the four of us. Order on the tablet and you can add more. We had different beef skewers, pork, lamb, tofu sheets, king mushrooms, corn & cauliflower. The cucumber salad came in a large plate which was good for sharing. Everything was served pretty quickly. We enjoyed our dining experience here. read more

Little Skewer - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

The skewers here are so good. I ordered their pork skewers. The seasoning they put on the skewers is amazinggg. I need the recipe. The cucumber salad was a very big portion! It does have nuts in it, but pretty good. Service was also pretty fast. They have everything you need at the table set for you such as extra water and a little drawer on the side with napkins and etc. Pretty decorative restaurant. It gives off a really nice vibe. They also have karaoke here. Parking is on the street. read more

Staff is nice and efficient. They give you an iPad to order. They do a lot of sticks per order but it's because there's not much meat on the sticks. I thought the food was okay, I got overpowered with cumin too much, I will order without it next time. The vibes are chill tho and def a good place for drinking with friends read more

Little Skewer - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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This restaurant can get pretty busy during the evenings, so be prepared to wait. The interior decor is so pretty here, love the furnishings. You have your private booth, or a section, and ordering skewers is such a vibe. Each skewer has a bit of meat in it, a bit traditional, so, be prepared to order a lot. I usually don't like lamb, but the way that this restaurant prepared it, made me a fan for the first time. The service was pretty decent, the servers were very attentive, and you can just order through the tablet at each table. The orders came out pretty quick. The drink menu is generous here. That is probably going to help follow up through the skewers that you consume here. The selection is a bit limited, but this allows the restaurant to focus on what they can offer. Definitely recommend the beef skewers. read more

Little Skewer - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Wow wow wow is all I can say. This was my second time here and from the moment you step inside, you're met with the best vibes! The decor is great and on this night, they had a performer singing as they often do which of course contributed to the wonderful ambiance. As for food and drinks, everything was phenomenal with the standouts being the tornado potato, the grilled oysters, the squid and chicken gristle skewers, and corn cheese! But truthfully, you can't go wrong here - service was great as well and you order everything from a tablet! Please give this place a try if you're in the area :) read more

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the skewers were delicious. Super flavorful and cooked right. The malatang is also good

Food: 5/5 Food was delicious, squid was one of the best. Worth trying the stinky tofu. The lamb, tripe, intestine were all very good. I opted to remove the cumin and spicy seasoning which made it 10x better. Definitely get yourself a plate of cucumber salad, so refreshing and so good! Service: 4/5 Overall service was great. Looks like staffing a lil short but overall experience was really good. Ambiance: 5/5 Loved the decor. Plenty of space for a large group. The singers that they had are also really good. read more

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Solid, affordable spot, decently clean. - Cucumber salad $8.99 absolute favorite surprisingly! well marinaded and the peanuts complemented it well - Lamb (20) $10.49: meh not memorable; i prefer beef - chicken skin (10) $15: sweeter than i'd like. but the crisp is a nice texture change - chicken gristle (10) $10.99: not memorable - beef butter & kidney (10) $8.99: fatty piece eaten together is nice, but there's an iron-y aftertaste - premium marbled beef skewers (12) $9.49: lots of fatty pieces, some skewers barely meat - ma la tang pot $18.99: not a fan of the hot dogs but everything else was yummy. could use more noodles. has a szechuan kick - BOGO china snow beer $5.79 amd Tsing Tap $5.99 I think i'd get the mushroom skewers next time in addition to the cucumber salad ofc and hotpot. At around 10pm on a Tuesday, got seated immediately and last call was at 10:30 which was plenty of time. Offputting that it smelled of cleaning agents and aerosols while we were eating tho read more

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Great spot for skewers and small appetizers! We got the beef, pork, cucumber salad, corn and brown sugar rice cakes. The meats were good! It was perfectly seasoned but our beef was a little cold. The corn on the skewers were not worth it so I'd opt out if you're thinking about getting it. Our favorite was the brown sugar rice cake! It was soooo good and perfectly sweet. read more

Loveeee little skewers and this spot's interior is cool compared to the other locations. If there are a couple items i would recommend, it's the corn, cauliflower, and eggplant. I actually surprised it's most of the veggies, but it's seasoned to perfection!! If you had to ask which meat, the beef is always a hit and the way to go! read more

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The vibe inside was as if I transformed into Asia .... Loved the inside decor The skewers took me back to china si ple delicious eats The yogurt drink was a sweet nice coating stomach surprise I liked The service was quick and to the point ... no bs .... Just order go go go hahaha again like Asia Will go again for sure read more

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Perfect place to go if you're looking for a fun and vibey place to drink and eat with friends. They have a wide variety of skewers to choose from but I would highly recommend the potato tornado, the cauliflower, and the chicken skin. The food comes out really fast and everything is seasoned to perfect. Absolute chefs kiss They also had a live singer when my friends and I went at night, which was a nice touch to the overall ambiance, but it can get a little rowdy if you're not into that. read more

Little Skewer - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Came here craving skewers and overall had a solid experience. The skewers come out already cooked from the kitchen, which makes it easy to just sit back and eat without waiting too long. We ordered three different skewer bunches, plus two orders of fish tofu, two orders of pineapple sausage, and two beers, and that was honestly enough to get us completely full. Each skewer totals to about an average of 1-2 bites of meat. So 20 skewers doesn't end up being that much protein. Flavor-wise, everything had a nice cumin seasoning that really hit the spot. The pork skewers were the standout, super tender and juicy. Beef was the next best, still flavorful with a good bite. The lamb was on the drier side compared to the others, but still had decent taste. Total came out to $65 before tip, which felt a bit pricey for skewers and beers. Overall I'd rate it 4/5 for flavor but closer to 3/5 when considering value. read more

Little Skewer - Sapparo (draft) $5.99 - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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Little Skewers is a must-visit for skewer lovers. The skewers were juicy, well-seasoned, and grilled to perfection. There was a great variety of meats and ingredients, and everything tasted amazing. The food came out fast and fresh. The restaurant itself has a warm, stylish interior that creates a lively and cozy dining atmosphere. Great food, great service, and a fun place to enjoy a casual night out. read more

Little Skewer - Vibe - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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Checked out Little Skewer recently and honestly it hit the spot. The skewers came out hot, smoky, and well-seasoned -- the pork belly skewers were definitely the highlight, super tender with just the right amount of spice. Portions are good for sharing, so it's fun coming with a group and ordering a bunch to try. The vibe is lively and a little chaotic in a good way -- feels like a legit late-night hangout spot. Service was friendly and pretty efficient considering how busy it got. Only reason for 4 stars is that it can get loud and a bit cramped during peak hours, so not the best place if you want a quiet dinner. Also, people are smoking outside and the door is opened most of the time. You will be the 2nd hand smoker when you eating there. Overall, solid skewers, good prices, and great for casual nights with friends. I'd come back when I'm craving BBQ and beers. read more

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This place was such a good find! I came here randomly with my husband after we visited a restaurant that had a two hour long wait. And it was such a good idea to come to this place instead! My husband and I love to eat skewers, but most places are overpriced. This place is decently priced and for alcohol too! You can tell this place is great for drinking with the selection they have. They also have karaoke or a dedicated singer. read more

Food: 5/5 Great spot for both skewers and hot pot. We got the mushroom, lamb, and beef skewers along with the golden pot, and everything came out in a timely manner. The food tasted good and consistent throughout the meal. Unfortunately, I don't think they carry the durian pizza anymore. Customer Service: 4/5 Ordering is done through a tablet now, which makes the process convenient and straightforward. Food came out at a good pace, especially before the dinner rush. Ambiance: 4/5 The vibe is rowdy, carefree, and lively -- perfect for a casual hot pot and skewer night. Best time to go is before 6:30 PM to avoid the rush. Parking in the complex can be difficult, so street parking may be needed. read more

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A fun spot to meet up with friends and enjoy some drinks. The cocktails are creatively presented -- super cute -- though they lean on the sweeter and lighter side. The decor is playful and the overall atmosphere is lively, making it a great place to hang out. The food was average; some of the skewer meats were a bit too small, which made them dry and overcooked. Still, it's a solid choice if you're looking for a vibrant setting with fun drinks and good company read more

I've always been a fan of this place because the skewers taste really good. The wait can be pretty long during the weekends, but I've usually felt the food was worth it. Unfortunately, the biggest downside for me was my recent experience regarding the tip. I accidentally forgot to leave a tip, and a staff member chased after me about it. I found that extremely uncomfortable and unprofessional. I understand tipping is customary, and I normally do tip, but chasing a customer down over an honest mistake is not an appropriate way to handle the situation. It completely changed how I felt about a place I've enjoyed coming to. Good food, but the way the tipping situation was handled was very disappointing. read more

Wanted to try some place new and my friend mentioned that she had heard of Little Skewer but never got to try it out, so we decided to go. We came in around 5pm on a Saturday and were seated right away. You place your orders in through the ipad and they bring your orders right out. For the skewers we ordered the lamb, chicken skin, pork belly, and squid. We also ordered the wood ear mushrooms, stinky tofu, and durian pizza. The skewers come in batches of 10 or 20, but each skewer only has one bite of the meat on it. They were all great though, so it really just depends on preference of meat. The plates were so good as well. The wood ear mushrooms came as a mountain on a plate and was nicely marinated. The stinky tofu has a different twist to what I'm used to getting, but it works. Stinky tofu is an acquired taste though so proceed with caution if it's your first time. I am a huge fan of stinky tofu and while it's obviously not as stinky as the ones you can get in Taiwan, it definitely has that familiar scent and taste to it that's stronger than stinky tofu from other places that I've tried in the US. The durian pizza was the star of the meal for me. We had totally forgotten that the deciding factor for us in choosing this place was to try the durian pizza. It wasn't until the end of the meal that we remembered again and ordered this as our last dish of the night. It was a good thing we did, because it served as a dessert for us. The sweetness from the durian complemented the saltiness from the cheese and they balanced each other out. Honestly I could eat the whole pizza as a personal pizza for my meal, it was so good. This is the item to get at every visit from now on. It's a great spot to go out, and with how cheap the drinks are it'll be a top favorite to suggest for a larger group of friends to hang out. Now every time there's a handful of us together I always throw this place out as an option. read more

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Chubby Skewers is always a good time...even with kids in tow. I've been here at least a dozen times in the past year, and it's one of those places that just works whether you're stopping by for a quick bite or settling in for long, relaxed chit-chats with family and friends. It's surprisingly kid-friendly. My children genuinely enjoy the food here...just be sure to ask for no spice, and you're good. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, making it easy to sit back, eat well, and not feel rushed. As for the food, you really can't go wrong with the skewered meats...they're consistently flavorful and satisfying. But my personal favorite? The cucumbers. They're refreshing, perfectly balanced, and somehow the combination of peanuts and cilantro just works. Simple, but done right. Overall, Chubby Skewers is a reliable, comfortable spot with good food and an easygoing vibe. Honest opinion: it's a place I keep coming back to for a reason. read more

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Finding street parking was easy. and I also heard there's a parking lot in the back. We were seated right away, which was a great start. Ordering was done through a tablet, and the food came out quickly. I appreciated that the staff was attentive without being intrusive. They walked around, but didn't constantly check in, which allowed our group to enjoy our conversation. If we needed anything, there was a button at the table and someone came over almost immediately. While the skewers didn't have a lot of meat on each one (barely any for pork), the food was overall good. I also liked that the dishes were placed on the grill style warmer to keep everything warm. I would recommend coming with a group so that you could try variety of items especially since many dishes need to be ordered in bulk. read more

Little Skewer - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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I came here to try their skewers and I really enjoyed them. The squids were pretty spicy though but still enjoyed it. I got the malatang pot and it was also pretty spicy but it was pretty decent. Service does tend to be a little slower but still good enough. Restaurant can be quieter during the day with less staff but the interior design is very nice. Will return for the skewers again for sure. read more

Little Skewer - Premium Marbled Beef Skewers(12), Lamb(20), and Squid Legs(10) - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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Always love coming back to our favorite restaurant, which is so unique, love the variety of skewers, my favorite being the pork and corn. Always have to order the chili oil on the side it is intense! The soup is the perfect combination with the skewers, this is the perfect meal for us! Excellent customer service. Street parking available only. read more

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There was such a long wait here on a Sunday night, but it was totally worth it. Little Skewer is my favorite place to get skewers. Once you step inside, you'll understand why it takes forever to get a table - you won't want to leave! The atmosphere of the restaurant seems specifically curated to create the perfect environment for eating and drinking. Beers were BOGO. Chinese wines were served in tea pots and dainty little saucers. Beneath the tavern lights, a lounge singer sweetly serenades the diners through the huge karaoke machine at the front of the store. Service is mostly done yourself through an iPad. You place your own order through the system and workers bring the food out to you.  Meats such as beef and lamb skewers are ordered in batches of 10 and will most likely make up the bulk of your skewers, but there are many other types of additional skewers to choose from. An unexpected favorite for me was the king oyster mushroom skewers. I don't even like mushrooms, but these king oyster mushrooms were irresistible. Biting into the springy flesh was so satisfying. The spicy, vibrant flavors and juiciness made my mouth water and crave more. The scallops, served in their shells with glass noodles, garlic, scallions, and chili paste, were addictive enough to pound back like shots. I also really liked the chicken skin skewers because the crispiness provided a nice contrast to the other dishes. And I liked the pineapple sausage so much that I ordered two. I would totally recommend Little Skewer for dinner, catching up with friends, and a good time. read more

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Amazing ambience, good foods and drinks!!! Loveee all the cooked and ready to eat skewers. Plum wine is my favorite. read more

Little Skewer - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Chill , relaxing , and casual atmosphere to eat and drink. What you need after a long day. We ordered the yogurt drink with 5 shots, cucumber salad, chives, oyster mushrooms, lamb skewers ( they are mini btw), arctic surf clams, chicken gristle. Not sure how they made the oyster mushrooms but they are the best. Used to hit up Xinjiang but now after trying this place won't be going back there again! Will be coming to little skewer instead! read more

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Very delicious! I especially like the kidney skewer, golden soup pot, the tornado potato and the eggplant dish! The interior is nicely decorated too. Prices reasonable. Looking forward to returning! read more

Little Skewer - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

This is my fav skewer place in the area! I have been to many other skewer places and this is my fav! I really enjoy the variety they have. You order on an iPad which is very convenient and easy. There's pictures on the menu too which is nice. The cucumber salad appetizer is HUGE. The skewers come out already cooked but they have a hot plate for you to keep them warm while they're on the table. Prices are reasonable. There can be a wait especially on weekend evenings but it's honestly not that bad. I don't think I've waited more than 30 minutes before. They have their own parking lot but I usually park on the street! read more

Little Skewer - Cucumber salad and surf clams - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Everything was so good! We really enjoyed the chicken gristle, would come back just for that. Could skip the eggplant with egg, it's not your typical eggplant with garlic dish that other Chinese skewers places have. Service was fast. Excited to come back again sometime now that we have our favorites from the menu. read more

Little Skewer - Arctic Surf Clams(10), Roasted White Sweet Potato, Chicken Gristle(10), Premium Marbled Beef Skewers(12), Beef Honeycomb Tripe(5pcs) - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Favorite Chinese skewer place!! The restaurant itself is a vibe with loud music / live music, lots of lights and interesting decor. Ordering is easy via iPad and servers are attentive. Skewers are all well seasoned and tasty, and I like that they leave it on a warming plate so it doesn't get cold. The beef rib skewers are my favorite, though it is a little pricey. The regular beef skewers are also slightly better than the lamb skewers imo. I'm a big fan of duck blood and the mala duck blood is a must order. This restaurant is so much fun with a larger group! read more

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I've been wanting to check-out Little Skewer ever since one of my fave content creators featured the place in their video. Finally, I got to check it out for lunch a couple of Saturdays ago. I went with my cousins and found street parking nearby. I liked how the place's decorated; it has a casual, social, night market vibe. I think the place's good for groups, and I bet it's lively at night. The service was friendly and pretty quick as well. We dined at around 1:30pm, and we barely had to wait for a table. We ordered from a tablet at our table, and the sides came out faster than the skewers. My faves were the Edamame, Cheesy Corn (not pictured), Durian Pizza, and Lamb Skewers. We also tried other types of skewers such as chicken skin, beef, pork, and squid. If you order the skewers at default, then you'll probably notice they have similar seasonings; we noticed that they started to taste the same after a while. The skewers did pair well with the sides though. We didn't get any alcoholic drinks, but I'd like to return soon and try them with friends! read more

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Great atmosphere, friendly and attentive staff, a wide variety of delicious skewers, and very reasonable prices. Highly recommend! read more

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Love Little Skewer!! The vibes are great to hangout with friends, eat, and drink! The service is fast and the staff are friendly. The interior is also very spacious. In terms of the food here, everything was a hit from skewers (lamb, chicken skin, corn, mushroom, etc) to cucumber salad to scallop vermicelli to stinky tofu! Overall, highly recommend coming here if you're looking for a solid skewer spot. read more

What We Ordered: -Fish Tofu (2) $1.49 -Chicken Skin (10) -Tornado Potato $4.49 -Lamb (20) $9.50 -Premium Marbled Beef Skewers (12) $9.50 I came to Little Skewer after seeing positive reviews on Yelp. We compared it to another BBQ place down Garvey, and this one was much better, though the portion sizes were okay for the price. Despite the name, the skewers were on the smaller side. Overall, the food had a sweeter taste. The Chicken Skin was crispy but a bit sweet, and the Fish Tofu was also good. I enjoyed the Tornado Potato, a common street food in China. The Lamb was also pretty good, despite being small. While the skewers are small, the early closing time is a major drawback; they close at 11 AM during the week, which is earlier than other BBQ places. I wouldn't be in a hurry to return, but I would go back again. read more

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Little Skewers is such a great find in the San Gabriel Valley! The skewers came out hot, fresh, and packed with flavor. Everything was well seasoned, tender, and had that perfect smoky grilled taste. There's a really good variety to choose from, so it's fun to order a bunch of different skewers and share. The atmosphere is casual and lively, making it a great spot to come with friends for a late-night meal or whenever you're craving Chinese-style BBQ skewers. Service was friendly and the food came out quickly. Definitely a spot I'd come back to. If you love flavorful, spicy skewers and Chinese BBQ, Little Skewers is worth trying! read more