OG Sugarcane Spot Still Hits Different…read more This spot has been the OG go-to for sugarcane drinks for as long as I can remember. Small is $7, large is $8, and no ice is around $14. I still remember when these drinks used to be about $5... but let's be honest, that was a whole lifetime ago at this point lol. Even with all the newer sugarcane spots popping up with coconut water twists and fancy add-ons, nothing really compares to a classic, straight-up sugarcane juice. No extras needed--just pure, fresh sweetness the way it's supposed to be. Haven't been here in a few years, so I'm actually glad to be back. Plenty of parking right in front, and while the shop also carries a lot of Chinese herbs and remedies, don't get distracted--come for the sugarcane. Simple, nostalgic, and still hits every time. Happy sips

I believe it's cash only…read more There's another sugarcane in this plaza but this one is much better. You can call ahead to place an order but they don't take too long if you order it there. They juice by the order. They speak English, Vietnamese and Canto! Parking in lot is either a ton of parking or you may need to wait for one but, it's not too bad. Nothing in between, there are lunch and dinner rushes for the restaurants in the shared plaza. Soo good on a hot day or just an after lunch sweet! Wished they stayed open later in the evening.. for an after dinner sweet.

Open to public!!! This is the most organized restaurant…read moresupply store I have ever seen! On top of friendly service, the prices are reasonable. I was looking for a high quality Japanese knife and I didn't want to drive too far. I found what I needed. See pic! They carry so many brands. I bought a cool urban apron thar everyone is complimenting. If you have any question, the guys are eager to help.

I recently purchased and had to return a pre-rin's hose that was not the right model. They looked…read moreat the label on the actual hose and saw that had got a little wet and they said they couldn't take it back even though it had not been used.

Tried the San Gabriel location of Old Ferry Donut, a Korean chain, and it did not disappoint. Staff…read morewas very friendly and the flavor selection is genuinely unique. Their best seller is the butter pistachio, but I went with the tiramisu (their second best seller) and the hazelnut choco since I'm a hazelnut person. Both were really good. They also have merch, and the whole shop has a very cute aesthetic. Worth a stop if you're in the area.

The LA outpost for Korean donut chain Old Ferry Donut delivers on creative flavors and friendly…read moreservice! The creme brûlée, strawberry milk, and chocohazelnut donuts as well as the creamy black sesame latte were enjoyable, and solo staff member Jordan was incredibly warm and welcoming. Jordan has such a nice way about him and made the whole experience even better!

Love the snacks and friendly staff. Always buy my apples from here and they are open Saturday.read more

One of Southern California's best hidden gems. These are the best caramel apples that I've ever…read morehad!! I've been eating them since a little girl and they have never changed. Always fresh and always delicious. I like the popcorn from here too. The staff is always super helpful and friendly. I just wish they were open on more Saturdays. And the fact that they remain affordable. I love it here

Guilty of finding out about this place thanks to Top Chef's Bruce Kalman…read more So far every time I've made polenta using the polenta from here, it's a home run where everyone compliments it. So I think it's safe to say that their quality of flour here far exceeds that of what you would find at convenience stores. That said, the star of this place is actually all the people who work here who have, for every time I've been here, been super helpful in helping me with their other flours and how to get the best out of it, and take the time to throw in suggestions when I tell them about the problems that I encounter. But generally yes, I will drive all the way out to their store just to pick up Polenta even if it's traffic hours just so that I can have a bag of polenta on hand for celebrations or potlucks.

I went to Grist&Toll yesterday while on my way to visit family in the area. I drove 84 miles, one…read moreway, to stop by this shop for the freshly milled flour. The retail shop is closed. I did not know this. There is nothing on the WEB SITE to inform anyone, including myself, that the retail shop was closed. I love baking my own bread. Absolutely love it. I've baked with this flour before and the product that come out of using this flour is wonderful. I really wish they had something on their website that the retail shoo was closed.

If fresh tofu products are something you're craving, then you're in luck! At a strip mall on Valley…read moreBlvd with cramp parking is a business bustling with folks lined up and out the door. They've got a whole host of fine Vietnamese food, though my family and I enjoy stopping by for the fried tofu and tofu pudding. It seems other folks who visit often order in advance for pick up. Recently I ordered six servings of tofu pudding. The man behind the counter spoke with me using Cantonese, and once the order was placed worked deftly to package all the pudding into plastic to-go containers along accompanied with six smaller containers full of ginger syrup. Expertly, the plastic bags also had a cardboard as a base for the containers to minimize the chance of spillage. When I mentioned wanting to use a credit card, he balked at the idea since there's a surcharge, but I laughed and said it was okay. Visit early since lots of items are sold out after a while.

Card accepted for 4% surcharge. I can imagine their tofu products are amazing, but I actually come…read morehere for their other prepped food goodies that are laid out in front of cashier. Parking lot is limited and a bit chaotic sometimes.. Banh Bot Loc La (banana Leaf wrapped tapioca dumpling w/shrimp& pork)- actually one of the best ones I've had around this area. There's 2 pieces of pork and a plumped large dry shrimp stuffed into it. Dry shrimp doesn't have any shell! Bot Chien (Fried rice cake in egg)- topped with a decent amount of pickled veggies to balance out the sauce, I personally thought the sauce was a bit too sweet. I ended up eating dipping mine in the nuoc mam (fish sauce) from the other dishes I grabbed, which I preferred much better. Banh It Tran (Savory Mung Bean Dumpling)- topped with a generous amount of grounded dried shrimp. Sticky rice dumpling as soft and chewy. Filling had some minced water chestnut to add some texture back in.

Just picked this up from our favorite local dealer. 1# salmon 1/2# yellowtail 1/2# tuna 6 scallops…read more(each one is large enough to be sliced in half). Approx $65 Dan slices and preps the platter, no additional cost. Order by texting him 6267825784. Ask him what's good and he'll give you a rundown of what's available and prices. Place the order and pickup at the set time. Best combination of price, quality, and convenience. Ocean Plus Fish Market

My go-to place for sashimi platters and fresh seafood pick up for family parties like Thanksgiving…read moreand Christmas! I usually place an order through their Instagram DMs a few weeks in advance for holidays. You can ask for their excel spreadsheet and they'll send it to you with prices and this same spreadsheet updates every year! There is also a little deposit for holiday pick up depending on the size of your order. Their sashimi platter is beautiful, fresh, delicious, and always a party favorite. I usually get: Salmon, Toro, Yellowtail, Scallops, and Oysters. If available, uni trays and fresh wasabi (which can also be picked up at HMart). Scallops are my favorite but every piece of fish is so good and cut perfectly. Parking and pick up is easy. It is a very small store front with one party inside at a time and pay at the counter. Highly recommend for party platters for fresh sashimi.

Eggs are very fresh! You can even get double yolks in some…read moreof them! Definitely coming back.

The very best, hands down! Picked up whole milk, chocolate milk and strawberry on this trip with a…read morefew pastries. The glass bottles make such a difference. As usual, service was fast and friendly on a Sunday morning. Have to try their eggs next trip.

We've visited this place a couple of times, and they always offer such a delicious variety of…read moreIndonesian food! They have so many different options, including rice dishes, sauces, fried chips, snacks, and Indonesian drinks. I actually think some of their dishes taste a lot better than some of the Indonesian restaurants we've tried in SoCal. Everything is always freshly made, and the flavors really remind me of home. My friends and I usually get the banana-wrapped rice with beef rendang or the chicken version. We also tried the nasi kucing with octopus, and it was really good! The only downside I'd say about the rice plates is that I wish they gave more meat and less rice, especially with the larger wrapped ones. The prices definitely aren't cheap for these meals, but the food does taste good. We also tried their fried banana topped with cheese and Ceres, and it was chef's kiss. It was so good that I regret not getting more! This is a place we always used to visit when we lived in SoCal, and we still make a point to stop by whenever we're visiting down there now that we've moved to the Bay Area. There are still so many other dishes from this place that I haven't tried yet, but I definitely will the next time I visit! Parking is first come first serve and it's free. Sometimes during the weekend, it gets packed. There are limited outdoor seatings in front of the shop and no indoor seatings. They have microwave inside for you to heat the food and water as well. I highly recommend checking this place out if you're ever in the area. If you're craving authentic Indonesian flavors that remind you of home, this is definitely worth a visit.

This is just one of the food we bought today. It looks like freshly made but it's not. The sauce…read more(container shown) and the meat are both cold. It needs to be warm up. The turmeric rice set is also the same thing. We wonder if it's still freshly cooked by the cute Auntie like they advertise in Facebook. We love to come here once in a while but everything is so expensive there now. And, we think one of the cashier-owner's son/son in law, the short one with glasses has unfriendly attitude!!!

Good snacks, service was excellent (they help with finding the expiration date when it's hard to…read morefind it), and decent atmosphere. Some things may be overpriced compared to other places, but it's understandable. Heavy emphasis on snacks, they have good deals on it. Just be sure to check the expiration date since it could be mistaken with production date. Overall, pretty satisfied with this hidden gem.

I spotted Shiny Snacks on my way to LuLu Fast Food. The doors and windows are mirrors so you can't…read moresee inside. There was a sign in Chinese with one English word, OPEN. Shiny Snacks is a Chinese snack warehouse where you can find food from the mainland, including ice cream, cookies, crackers, jerky, bread, cakes, beverages, candy, chocolate, chips (yes, the interesting Lays flavors), preserved fruits, nuts, seeds, noodles, tea, and more. They also sell fresh fruit, housewares (rugs, mugs, pajamas, kitchenware), bedding, toys, toiletries, supplements, etc. The signs are in Chinese. Some of the products have English on the packaging, some do not. I have seen a good portion of what they carry at other Chinese markets in the area, but I'm sure they also have some unique items. The items ring up in Chinese at the register. It's a fairly large space with multiple rooms and a warehouse feel. They have a special, $20 off a Fantuan delivery.