Chef K, 31757 Temecula Parkway, Ste #A & B,…read moreTemecula, CA92592. Mother's Day treat. Every mother who dined there received a rose from the restaurant. What a thoughtful gesture - Sourkraut fish soup - Claypot tofu.

What makes a Five Star rating? Well, here it is... Chef K. We blew into Temecula from Northern…read moreCalifornia and found ourselves craving and searching for Chinese food. My Daughter suggested Chef K due to their 4+ star rating, even though she had never eaten there before. Hidden in an outdoor mall it just looks like a glass front suite, but enter the doors and the interior is beautiful and clean with comfy upholstered booths and chairs. The young server greeted us with a strong Asian accent and took us to our seats immediately. We were the only customers in the room which made me a little nervous, but is was 2pm on a Thursday after all. We were presented with a hardbound colorful book of their offerings... pretty cool. We ordered and were quickly presented with: Spicy Pepper Beef: A medium spice level with a savory dark soy sauce, bathing ultra tender beef slices, married with thin sliced jalapeño and diced red and green bell peppers. Unbelievably delicious. Walnut Honey Shrimp: Mega large butterflied prawns quickly fried with walnuts and sweet glaze, crispy and crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Tangerine Chicken: Large delicate and tender chicken breast pieces deep fried in a fluffy batter and glazed with a perfectly sweet and tart tangerine sauce. Our meal came with individual bowls of perfectly cooked jasmine rice. Enough food to feed 3 hungry adults and still have leftovers. $63 Why 5 stars? Without a doubt, the best, cleanest tasting Chinese dishes I have ever experienced. More to come from this place I'm sure. If you are anywhere near Temecula, get off the freeway and reward yourself.

I've been wanting some mapo tofu. I love the mapo tofu at PF Changs, but, it's not the same, not…read morethe usual. It's nowhere to be found in Elsinore where I live so I remembered to check ahead of time before stopping in Temecula. Found a few spots, but this was closest, so I ordered here. I placed the order online for takeout, so I can't comment on much of the dining in experience. But the restaurant was a decent size, the staff was attentive and the parking lot wasn't too busy. I usually like my mapo tofu with brown rice, which wasn't a choice here, but it was still enjoyable. I was a bit concerned that it was gonna be too hot for my liking, but when I got home and sat down to eat it, I was fine with it and whatever heat it contained. I love mapo tofu and wouldn't mind having them again if in the area, but would also like to see how they compare to other local spots.

This is the most authentic Chinese food you'll find for miles, around. BEST OLD SCHOOL CHINESE…read moreFOOD! The Lunch Specials are amazing!! It's truly the hidden gem of the IE. The hot and sour soup is amazing, the tender salt and pepper pork chops are mouthwatering. And, you'll constantly crave the eggplant, tofu dish, even if you're not a vegetarian. Everything here has been five star quality. The food is fresh and plentiful... Honestly, I don't know how they do it for the prices they charge. But, this is the place to bring friends and family for a comfortable meal that won't break the budget. The customer service is incredible, family owned and you're always welcomed.. if you're on a quick lunch or having friends and Family.. the staff can handle it all with ease. It's comfortable and cozy! You feel like you can just relax, in the spacious dining area. Booths ..for more intimate dining, Big tables for family.. small tables to chill. It's so nice to enjoy China Chef

Stopped by Dragon Express after a Target run and it ended up being a nice surprise. They pack their…read moreplates really well, and you definitely get your money's worth. Everything we tried was pretty good, but the honey chicken was the standout for me. Super flavorful and honestly kind of addicting. The sweet and sour chicken was also tasty and stayed nice and crispy if you get the sauce on the side. The only thing I'd skip next time is the fried rice, but overall this place hits the spot when you're craving Chinese takeout. Pretty delicious and generous portions.

We ordered the Family Value Pack B (5-6 People), Barbeque Pork, and Cream Cheese Wontons (6)…read moreonline. Very easy to order online and you can pay at the store. Inside was clean and I was greeted by the staff upon entry. My food only took about 10 min. Everything smelled great as it was made fresh. The BBQ pork was good, lots of sauce and decent amout of pork. The orange chicken had a nice crispy outer layer, the flavor was different than what we are used to but it was good. The veggies were cooked nicely and complemented our food well. Steamed rice and fried rice were both tasty according to the kids. The cream cheese wontons were very good. Beef and broccoli tasted great. The family pack was a great value and plenty of food for us all to share. Overall I would order from here again. Seems like a nice family run establishment.

We weren't planning on EATING here but, after shopping for some kitchen cabinets at LOWE's we got…read morehungry. I was searching on YELP for a place to eat preferably Mediterranean food but, my hubby drove into the plaza down the street from Lowe's. I guess his idea of Mediterranean food is Chinese food so why not... SONG OF THE DAY TO PLAY ALONG TO THIS YELP REVIEW: RED RED WINE by UB40... Red, red GInger Was close to me Drove down the street It's tempting my heart My red, Ginger Restaurant... COMPLIMENTARY: Wonton Chips with sweet and sour sauce! The food took about 15 minutes to come out so this complimentary dish really helped us substantiate our hungry... CHICKEN WINGS: 9/10 So nice and crispy and light on the outside. One point off because the chicken tasted a little funky and had a lot of blood or veins. PRO TIP is to try dipping it with the sweet and sour sauce or chili oil for a more enhanced experience! STRING BEANS: 8/10 It was salty but, when I ate it together with the rice the saltiness got balanced... GENERAL TSO CHICKEN: 6/10 It's a HARD PASS for me! We have this to my mom because it was more like having Chick fil A nuggets with sweet and sour sauce. Not living up to the authenticity of the General Tso Chicken... HOUSE CHOW FUN: 8/10 I really enjoyed the shrimp that came with it. It had a nice flavor and bouncy texture. However, the noodles were on the chewy side or tasted a bit raw or as of it had been refrigerated... SERVICE: A++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ WE SHALL RETURN!!!!

Nice, clean, and beautiful restaurant tucked away in the plaza of CVS, planet fitness, and a bunch…read moreof other stores. The staff were so kind and welcoming. The menu is extensive! I came in because I was craving dumplings and I dont know of anywhere else in the temecula area that has them. I ended up ordering a few other dishes that I thoroughly enjoyed. They have an extensive chinese menu with everything you could think of or want. prices are reasonable and the food was ready quickly. We live in the area and this is a great go to semi-upscale chinese restaurant in the north temecula community. For dine-in or take out. Highly recommend for authentic chinese food!

I'm a long time fan of Peony's, back to 1992. The food is consistent and just as good as it ever…read morewas. My family loves the house chicken and the won ton soup with chili paste. The veggie chow mein and shrimp fried rice are always a must. Peony's is generous with their proportions too. We always have leftovers. They've moved locations a couple of times. Now they are located behind the Target center. A little tricky to find the first time, but easy after that. We do take out so I actually don't know what the dining area looks like. I'll have to take a look next time. Our order is always ready and piping hot. Service is perfect.

Gave this place a try the other day since I was working close by, boy was it a massive…read moredisappointment. First off, the ambiance was nice and very clean. I like how they kept their kitchen spotless and for those that know how Chinese restaurants operate, this is no small feat given how much grease and prep work goes into making the food. Unfortunately, this is where all the niceties end. The food was horribly inedible! Ordered the sweet and pungent chicken thinking this would be a dish which contrast different flavors and textures into one. Instead, all I received was a mushy, overly sweet glob of chicken. It almost tasted like candied chicken jerky, a far cry from what I envisioned it tasting and experienced from other places. Needless to say, just basing it on the food alone, I won't be back.

Had to make a stop at the Los Alamos Post Office, and came across this little gem in the same…read morecomplex. It was almost noon so we were lucky enough to catch their lunch specials for $12.99 Each entree comes with a soup ( sour or egg drop) and an appetizer (wonton with cream cheese, chicken wing or egg roll) And rice or noodles or half of each. I have to say, we got a lot of food, for that $12.99 and everything came steaming hot and fresh. I don't know of anyplace similar to this. It's definitely Chinese. The gal at the counter was smiling the whole time. She was very happy to be here. Overall 5 stars for Chef K. My daughter, husband and I enjoyed your place. Keep up the smiles and good food!

I came here with my mom because we love Chef K in Temecula but this place just didn't hit. We got 2…read moreplates and the food just tasted so sweet. Like they added several tablespoons of sugar in the sauces. We could barely finish our portion. The original location in Temecula is superior. The beef and broccoli sauce was too sweet. The fried rice was bland and tasted like MSG. The noodles was the "best" part but somewhat bland overall. The service was nice and the lady at the desk was sweet. But the food isn't worth coming back to this location unfortunately.

Came here really looking for some good wonton, haven't been able to find nothing in Temecula valley…read morearea. This place is wonton soup is good. 7/10. It's really hard to find a good wonton even in LA.

Chinese food Asian American Chinese food…read more Take out Amex accepted Restroom inside Free parking lot Vegetarian options Friendly services Women owned Fast service Lunch special

over all 4 stars experience. Would often go here for a…read moredumpling food trip. but last night I decided to go for a take out of their pork chop with fried rice. I ordered two of the pork chop with fried rice and one service would be enough for two people. Servers were always polite. place was kept well and clean. ample of parking and with other food options near by. Would definitely suggest you give this place a try if you are near by or around the area.

This place is nicely decorated inside. I love the way this place looks. Its decently big and it…read moreseems a lot of people come here. The dim sum and food here is fantastic. Everything tasted great except for the BBQ pork buns. I thoroughly enjoyed 90% of what I ordered. My favorite was the scallion pancakes. My only problem is that its very expensive and they serve no alcohol. The service is kind of lacking. I always had to flag someone down and they mixed up one of my boba orders. Not a big deal. I would definitely come again just my husband and I. My bill ended up being 300$ and I don't think anyone was full. Lol!

Great server, good food, long ticket times…read more We have been here a few times for celebrations and my family is not the easiest group to serve we order a lot and talk a lot. We've always had a good time but our server today Brando (I think that was his name- according to the hostess) is the reason I am finally writing a review. Brando was so patient and never made us feel rushed even when we needed time to think. His hospitality felt very genuine and we were so grateful. The food was good, and they were very accommodating to my food sensitivity. The ticket times (wait for food) were higher than usual but it was also a holiday and we're not bothered by it personally- just something to keep in mind. We'll be back again. :)

Upon making a reservation myself & hubby were seated promptly but not asked if we had a reservation…read moreas the couple in front of us were. Hostess was not very welcoming either. We waited while the couple in front of us who were sat literally not even 5 seconds before us had their water brought to them, drinks ordered, and delivered. Next the table that came after us also had there water and drink order taken. By this time approximately 15 minutes had passed & not 1 person offered to bring us water or had taken our order. Ambience was not good. We proceeded to walk out & enjoyed Cheesecake factory for dinner where the service was excellent & prompt as it should be.

So China was honestly a really nice surprise. We ordered a few dishes and none of them…read moredisappointed. The mapo tofu had great flavor -- nicely spicy and numbing without being overwhelming, and it goes perfectly with rice. The stir-fried dishes were also really satisfying, with a good balance of meat and vegetables (not just all veggies like some places). The overall taste feels pretty authentic, and it's not overly greasy, so you don't feel heavy after eating. Portions are also generous -- one dish can easily be shared. If you're looking for something closer to authentic Chinese flavors, this place is definitely worth trying. Good value too -- I'd order again.

This is by far the best Chinese food in temecula valley…read more The staff is very courteous as well. 5 stars.