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I was feeling sick after a long drive, and while looking for somewhere to eat, this came up! I've not been here for over 15 years where I was very young when I came here. The personnel were nice even though I was really bad at Mandarin and needed things repeated. It is definitely bustling and loud here, but I like the atmosphere - it makes your morning feel more upbeat if you are still waking up. Also the food overall was as awesome as I remember. The sweet potato porridge is still unlimited and nice and hot without being scalding. The prices did go up compared to 15 years ago (of course) but it definitely is unique to make it worth it when everywhere else serves pretty heavy food. They have both heavy meat foods to vegetables to vegetarian meat to cater to different tastes. We ordered 6 different dishes and they were all spot on and awesome. I couldn't recommend one over others as it is very much individual tastes.
Whenever I'm not feeling well, this is one of the first places that comes to mind. Their food is comforting, flavorful, and always hits the spot. The prices are on the higher side, and the portions are a little small for what you pay, but the quality and taste make up for it. During lunch, they have a great special: a 3-item combo for $18 or a 4-item combo for $22. If you dine in, you get all-you-can-eat steamed rice and pumpkin porridge, which is a nice bonus and makes the meal much more satisfying. If two people want to share just one combo, keep in mind that the rice and porridge are charged separately per person, at around $3.75. Overall, it's a place I keep coming back to whenever I want comforting Chinese food, especially when I'm feeling under the weather.
Nostalgia, haven't been here for so long! Just as I used to remember it! The staff is super nice, the place is clean, and they have all the food we used to order. We always get their 3 cup chicken , bamboo and spicy pork! The highlight is eating the porridge with the Yam inside! Happy to return and will be back soon!
I don't know why it took me so long before I tried Lu's Garden, I've had this placed bookmarked for years! They have two sides: one side for dine-in and another side for already made items to-go. There are so many to-go items to choose from. Each dish is priced differently and they have all the prices on the menu card. Prices are fair for what you get. Every dish was a hit for me - full of flavor and very well made. Don't skip the yam porridge! It's $2.50 for a small or $5 for the large. The porridge has the perfect consistency and goes very well with all their dishes! Service was friendly and efficient! The parking lot can be a pain during busy times because there is limited parking.
This place is great for comfort food. The service can be off sometimes but for the most part they get their job done lol. Theres a to go area and also a seating area that's pretty good to fit maybe 15 parties. Parking can be a bit difficult since it's a small plaza. Food: Eggplant 8/10: this is always my go to dish here. The flavor is on point and it's great w the porridge. Only downside is that the skin of the eggplant can be hard sometimes so I peel it off and just eat the inside. But the flavor is def there for me. Mapo tofu 7/10 your basic mapo tofu. Minimal numbing spice to it which I like. Tomato egg 8/10: another great comfort food. Flavor is good but can be a bit more tomato-ey maybe a bit more ketchup to bump it up a notch? But I still enjoyed it. Braised pork with egg/ 7/10: they can def braise it more so that the meat is a bit softer, but again I still enjoy the flavor. Overall I find myself coming back, maybe bc it reminds me of my childhood I would come here w my parents. Nostalgic vibes lol. FYI: they automatically charge for porridge/rice if u sit down to eat there. $3 a person.
The dishes offer a wonderful variety of textures and flavors. The stir-fried vegetables are fresh and perfectly cooked, while the minced long beans are savory with just the right amount of spice. The loofah soup is light and comforting. Overall, it's a delicious, well-balanced meal that feels both homestyle and satisfying.
Great place to get Chinese comfort food at a decent price. It's three dollars per person for unlimited pumpkin congee or rice, which is a great deal if you are hungry. They have a variety of different dishes. You can choose from such as eggplants, green beans, chicken thigh, bean cured or mustard green. Everything is salty, so it goes really well with the congee or rice. You order your food in the front first and then they bring it out to you if you are dining in they have special lunch seven days a week and service is great. They will refill your bowl as you eat, tea is also very good
1 month ago
Very nice Chinese restaurant with a variety of choices. You may order different dishes each time. Sweet potato Rice porridge is our family favorite and especially suitable for the elderly The restaurant stays open very late, so you can come by for a late-night snack read more
18 days ago
The food is still as delicious as I remembered! The service is very quick: pick your sides and you're seated. This place is so nostalgic and it's always a treat to eat here. Definitely a must eat when in the area! read more
1 month ago
17 days ago
Nice price great service Good for one person lunch Come here often A lot of choice Nice price great service Good for one person lunch Come here often A lot of choice read more
I was feeling sick after a long drive, and while looking for somewhere to eat, this came up! I've not been here for over 15 years where I was very young when I came here. The personnel were nice even though I was really bad at Mandarin and needed things repeated. It is definitely bustling and loud here, but I like the atmosphere - it makes your morning feel more upbeat if you are still waking up. Also the food overall was as awesome as I remember. The sweet potato porridge is still unlimited and nice and hot without being scalding. The prices did go up compared to 15 years ago (of course) but it definitely is unique to make it worth it when everywhere else serves pretty heavy food. They have both heavy meat foods to vegetables to vegetarian meat to cater to different tastes. We ordered 6 different dishes and they were all spot on and awesome. I couldn't recommend one over others as it is very much individual tastes. read more
25 days ago
Whenever I'm not feeling well, this is one of the first places that comes to mind. Their food is comforting, flavorful, and always hits the spot. The prices are on the higher side, and the portions are a little small for what you pay, but the quality and taste make up for it. During lunch, they have a great special: a 3-item combo for $18 or a 4-item combo for $22. If you dine in, you get all-you-can-eat steamed rice and pumpkin porridge, which is a nice bonus and makes the meal much more satisfying. If two people want to share just one combo, keep in mind that the rice and porridge are charged separately per person, at around $3.75. Overall, it's a place I keep coming back to whenever I want comforting Chinese food, especially when I'm feeling under the weather. read more
5 days ago
Great food for family Freshly cook food. Yummy squid and vegetable decent portion. Clean restaurant, fast service and accept credit card over $25 read more
Free sweet potato porridge! Almost like fast food but can dine-in for free porridge. My mom been craving for it. And you can get refills on it too. I tried their xo sauce fried with green string beans and its so delicious and tasty! Must come again next time. read more
1 month ago
Nostalgia, haven't been here for so long! Just as I used to remember it! The staff is super nice, the place is clean, and they have all the food we used to order. We always get their 3 cup chicken , bamboo and spicy pork! The highlight is eating the porridge with the Yam inside! Happy to return and will be back soon! read more
I don't know why it took me so long before I tried Lu's Garden, I've had this placed bookmarked for years! They have two sides: one side for dine-in and another side for already made items to-go. There are so many to-go items to choose from. Each dish is priced differently and they have all the prices on the menu card. Prices are fair for what you get. Every dish was a hit for me - full of flavor and very well made. Don't skip the yam porridge! It's $2.50 for a small or $5 for the large. The porridge has the perfect consistency and goes very well with all their dishes! Service was friendly and efficient! The parking lot can be a pain during busy times because there is limited parking. read more
3 months ago
This place is great for comfort food. The service can be off sometimes but for the most part they get their job done lol. Theres a to go area and also a seating area that's pretty good to fit maybe 15 parties. Parking can be a bit difficult since it's a small plaza. Food: Eggplant 8/10: this is always my go to dish here. The flavor is on point and it's great w the porridge. Only downside is that the skin of the eggplant can be hard sometimes so I peel it off and just eat the inside. But the flavor is def there for me. Mapo tofu 7/10 your basic mapo tofu. Minimal numbing spice to it which I like. Tomato egg 8/10: another great comfort food. Flavor is good but can be a bit more tomato-ey maybe a bit more ketchup to bump it up a notch? But I still enjoyed it. Braised pork with egg/ 7/10: they can def braise it more so that the meat is a bit softer, but again I still enjoy the flavor. Overall I find myself coming back, maybe bc it reminds me of my childhood I would come here w my parents. Nostalgic vibes lol. FYI: they automatically charge for porridge/rice if u sit down to eat there. $3 a person. read more
16 days ago
The dishes offer a wonderful variety of textures and flavors. The stir-fried vegetables are fresh and perfectly cooked, while the minced long beans are savory with just the right amount of spice. The loofah soup is light and comforting. Overall, it's a delicious, well-balanced meal that feels both homestyle and satisfying. read more
Great place to get Chinese comfort food at a decent price. It's three dollars per person for unlimited pumpkin congee or rice, which is a great deal if you are hungry. They have a variety of different dishes. You can choose from such as eggplants, green beans, chicken thigh, bean cured or mustard green. Everything is salty, so it goes really well with the congee or rice. You order your food in the front first and then they bring it out to you if you are dining in they have special lunch seven days a week and service is great. They will refill your bowl as you eat, tea is also very good read more
11 days ago
Great food! This is amazing wonderful delightful splendid experience. I came with great people and had an amazing time! read more
7 days ago
Very clean and so nice environment! Highly recommended! Very clean and so nice environment! Highly recommended! read more
I love taiwanese porridge! Ordered the jellyfish, braised pork belly, bamboo shoots, and dried tofu strips and they paired great with the porridge. The porridge is standard with yam. Very fresh and delicious! Would definitely come back. read more
3 months ago
Always a favorite comfort food. Service is quick and food is tasty. It does get busy during dinner so come early to beat the rush. Small store but clean. read more
2 months ago
Very good place to eat! Also price is legit and many choice can make. You can pick congee or rice read more
We went to Lu's Garden for the first time for dinner. You order (both for takeout and dine-in) at the counter, where you can peruse the dishes cafeteria-style. We ordered three dishes (braised pork, squid, and stir fry spicy peppers) and got two servings of the porridge ($3 per person, but unlimited refills). The booths were comfy and service was attentive as they proactively offered us porridge refills. The dishes were all solid, especially the stir fry peppers which paired nicely with the porridge. We had enough leftovers for an additional meal at home. Many other dishes we didn't try looked well-cooked and tasty as well! read more
21 days ago
3 months ago
Came in for their lunch special of 4 items for $22. It is quick and fast ordering. We enjoyed it. read more
4 days ago
We chose not to eat here as, to me, having to pay full adult price for my kids (ages 10 and 12, they are happa who won't eat most this stuff, despite my continued efforts) is money down the drain. WARMING LAMPS, NOT COOKED TO ORDER The food looks authentic enough. But it's all pre-cooked under warming lamps. Like Panda Express. The fried fish doesn't stay crisp long. right? PRICE - seems hefty that they expect customers to pay a premium set pre fixe price. It's not freshly cooked to order. Heat lamps keep some things ok, I suppose, but my husband said it most plainly: "This is just someone else's leftovers." - lunch prices make this a wee less expensive at $18-23 a person. That's still steep! Sure, it comes with free refillable rice porridge, but it's rice. Most Chinese places refill rice. It's not refillable gold bullions! - charging kids over age 7 full price does not work for us. I spoke with the counter staff in Chinese to understand the age definition. The staff stressed that we could not have some of our party on the pre fixed and the kids order à la carte. It was ALL must be in the set menu. This not-posted inflexible "kid price policy" killed our visit, so we left. Most restaurant kids meals target up to age 12. Show me an 8-year old who eats adult portions and set me right, please - I'll use it to show my kids with a heavy handed serving of Asian mom stress-guilt. Inspo them to eat more. For these prices, I can go to plenty of other prices in the vicinity, which is exactly what we did. Despite the heavy rain, we drove our big rowdy Taiwanese family party caravan to another restaurant. It was raining so heavily, I don't know who they think will be coming. Imagine how long that food is kept under the heat lamps. Was it from yesterday? Hmm LASTLY, WITH A HEAVY HEART: YELP WARNING: The tables had table tents that offered free food for yelp reviews. No wonder there are so many reviews from new users, some seemingly pasted from Google Translate. Beware of inflated ratings, my friends... read more
7 months ago
台灣小菜with 稀飯- yes please! And their 稀飯 has sweet potatoes in it. We love this place. Is it a bit pricey? Yes. Can I make this at home for much less? Yes. Can I make this much variety easily? Not really. Service is brusque and friendly. My inner New Yorker loves it. When you walk in, you order at the cafeteria-like counter, and if you are dining in, they will bring the foods you indicated to your table. I love their tomato egg, and whatever greens they have. Their huge slab of tofu is also fantastic, as is their grilled mackerel. This is a semi-regular place for us, can't wait to go back. Parking is in the lot, which can sometimes get a bit gnarly. read more
There was so much to choose from in this area--at least 30 to 40 restaurants within a one-block radius. Finding a place to eat wasn't the issue; choosing one was the real challenge. We finally settled on Lu's, and I'm glad we did. They had everything we were looking for, which was obvious the moment we walked in the door. Lu's is cafeteria-style: you pick what you want and they bring it to your table. Everything we chose was delicious, from the chicken to the pork, along with the wide variety of vegetables. I'm sure this is just a normal spot for people in the area, but for us, it's another place that beats what we have back in the Bay. BB read more
24 days ago
3 months ago
The food tastes great--it's delicious every time I visit. The lunch price is $17.99. The food tastes great--it's delicious every time I visit. The lunch price is $17.99. read more
Just coming back to leave another five star review for my favorite place to eat. The people who work here are so nice and efficient. Everything is always super tasty and clean. The rice porridge with yams is nutritious and filling. Some of my S tier choices include: Chayote Bean curd skin Braised pork and egg Eggplant Green beans with chilis (perfect for a little kick mixed with the porridge) THE BABY SQUID!!!! I get the "sa yv". I think it's called belt fish? It's kind of pricey, but soooo salty and perfect. I love Lu's Garden so much. read more
9 days ago
Very authentic Chinese food! I brought my family to here after long vacation from China and can't find any other good Chinese food until I found Lu's Garden! read more
2 months ago
Go to lunch spot to take overseas family and friends who just arrive. Perfect ambiance and generous food portion. read more
29 days ago
Varieties selections, Simple home cooking like, services is good - no waiting, courteous and willing ! Ambiance is normal Chinese restaurant decor / no decor ! read more
10 months ago
Great Taiwanese food without bells and whistles. They are well known for free refills of the pumpkin congee when you dine in which goes well with their well seasoned dishes. For first timers: Enter on the deli side, indicate if you're taking to go or dining in. For either situation, you then choose your dishes. If taking to go, you pay and leave with your packed food. For dine in, you'll be seated and then your selected dishes served to your table. Almost everything is great with a homestyle feel. Plenty of seating for dine in. read more
2 months ago
Yummy Fish and pork ear are my favorite, and I order them everytime! Service also good and nice! Reasonable price. I can even have some leftover to take home. read more
and comforting -- feels so good after eating. Lu's Garden reminds me of the small neighborhood mom-and-pop spots in China, the kind that don't look fancy but serve incredibly authentic food. The flavors are simple, balanced, and nostalgic. read more
24 days ago
2 months ago
Came back again today! This LA classic is still serving the same amazing flavors I've loved for years. Consistently delicious, comforting, and full of nostalgia. So glad this place hasn't changed. Will definitely keep coming back! read more
Located in a quaint plaza in San Gabriel, Lu's Garden is a cafeteria style restaurant with a menu for avid lovers of authentic Chinese cuisine. I came in expecting to sit down and be served but you actually have to order your food at the front before they bring your food to your assigned table. From there they continue to serve you. I believe each meal comes with your choice of steamed rice and/or porridge. I had the chicken, beef tripe, and egg soup. I found them all...okay? Nothing really stood out to me. I liked the egg soup the most out of all of them. The servers were kind, though. The craziest thing happened as I ate two fortune cookies and got the same fortune with the same numbers. Not sure what I'm supposed to get out of that or if they use the same fortune for every cookie. I don't think this is a place that I would drive through traffic for again, but I can see why others would love this place. read more
5 months ago
I really did not enjoy the system and service here unfortunately. 2 dishes with a small porridge added up $33. The lady was unfriendly, rude. They don't accept anything besides cash for a total under $25 which is illegal. I would not recommend anyone come here nor next time traveling in LA. read more
3 months ago
So yummy yummy yummy , enjoy the meal so much with family. Remember the old dayshard to find parking read more
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534 E Valley Blvd
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Is the rice porridge vegetarian or do they use a meat broth to cook it?
I am 99% sure it is cook with water and not with broth. Traditionally this type of cuisine tends to be good for vegetarians but you should still ask just to be sure.
What should I order?
For your first party of 4 visit: Tomatoes and egg. Braised Pork Belly with hard boiled whole stewed egg. Fried or braised squid. Spicy on spicy. Green beans. Any shrimp. Cold seaweed salad. Shredded potato. And eggplant in chef's sauce. Plus the…
Is the Rice / Porridge free on togo orders?
I recall seeing a sign with a rice / porridge price in store, and I checked just now on yelp, someone posted an imagr 3 months ago in the menu section, that rice are free with to go, but not porridge.…
Do they have outdoor dining as of 12/2021?
Hm I don't think so.. I didn't see any when I went last month!
What is porridge?
Rice that is cooked for a very long time that gets super soft. Porridge is bland so it pairs well with savory dishes.
Is indoor seating available now?
Yes, limited but available, along with outdoor, covered seating. Great food🏅
Most popular dishes?
Sweet potato porridge that's refillable Back kitchen: Turnip omelette made to order…
So does Lu's Garden take credit cards or not? Some post say yes other say no CASH ONLY? Which is it?
$ 20 dollar Min .. Just was there 2 weeks ago and asked this question.
What time is their lunch special till?
Monday to Sunday from 11:30am-5:00pm have Lunch Special Deal.
Do they take credit card or cash only?
They take credit cards but there is a minimum.
What kind of food? Different kind verity of food. Good food
Taiwanese breakfast food. Basically congee and side dishes to complement it. You'll love it!
Pork feet yummy?
Pork feet provide gel and protein for our health, texture very strangely combined the tender and crispy together. seasoned by soysauce, wine, rock sugar, green onion, Garlic,…
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