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Had a great meal at M Joy and will definitely be coming back! The lamb rib set meal was absolutely delicious--the grilled lamb ribs were tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. I especially loved pairing them with the chili sauce and onions. The rice that came with the set was surprisingly flavorful too and complemented everything perfectly. Another standout was the salted milk tea. It was my first time trying it, and I wasn't sure what to expect, but I ended up loving it! It has a rich, creamy texture that's almost like a savory soup, yet it's unique, comforting, and incredibly tasty. Service was fast and efficient, and I really appreciated how convenient the ordering process was. You can scan the QR code at the table to place your order and even pay directly through your phone, which made the whole experience seamless. If you're visiting M Joy, I highly recommend the lamb rib set and don't skip the salted milk tea!
Went to check out Mjoy the other day. The restaurant is pretty small, probably only 5 or 6 tables, and the menu is fairly limited. They seem to focus heavily on lamb, which immediately caught my attention. I ordered the lamb shank and rib combo which comes over rice with a side of carrots, pickled onions, and a bowl of lamb broth. The lamb shank and rib were tender as hell. The pickled vegetables helped cut through the richness and kept everything balanced. The rice was soaked with the lamb juices so it was packed with flavor. The broth was light in texture but definitely heavy on lamb flavor. I also ordered the braised lamb foot which ended up being surprisingly good. Soft, rich, and full of collagen. The whole meal kind of reminded me of Hainan chicken rice, but with lamb instead of chicken. Overall it was delicious and something different from the usual lamb dishes you find around the SGV. I can definitely see myself coming back and ordering it again.
I had a lovely experience at M Joy (San Gabriel). I ordered the Lamb Shank ($21.49). It includes a plump, juicy lamb shank, rice refills, and lamb bone soup refills. WOW! I devoured that incredible, filling meal. (Important: There's an added 12% service charge for dine-in. And there's a one hour dining period limit for customers.) I arrived at M Joy (San Gabriel) on Thursday (around 11:21AM). Parking is easy. There's an underground parking structure with plenty of spots. Customers order via QR Code. Customers scan the code at the table, and customers tap the options on their phone. Staff is very hardworking and professional. Staff (Kyle) worked quickly, accurately, and attentively. Kyle spoke Mandarin and English, and Kyle politely answered all my questions. Kyle worked hard; Kyle is an AMAZING staff member. My food took six minutes and 13 seconds. Very fast!! As mentioned, I ordered the Lamb Shank ($21.49). TASTY!! The lamb is MASSIVE and it falls seductively off the bone. Each bite tasted tender and satisfying. I felt my eyes widen as it softly broke apart with each bite. JUICY! The rice is also hot and fluffy, and the soup is clean and refreshing. I felt happy. On ambiance, M Joy (San Gabriel) is very clean and cozy. It fits about six small tables. There's soft instrumental music, and its tall ceiling makes the location appear more spacious. There's no hand sanitizer bottle nor inside restroom, but Staff does offer the restroom key for one that's nearby. However, this location is family friendly with its nearby stack of children high chairs. Overall, I had a magical experience at M Joy (San Gabriel). This location surpassed all expectations. It's no wonder why this business was featured in the "Los Angeles Times 101 Best Restaurants." If you love juicy, succulent lamb, this is an extremely easy recommendation. 5 out of 5! GO! JUST GO!!!
This place is more of a 3.5 than a 4 star. 4/5 lamb shank rice was ok. The rice lacked flavor and the lamb was very dry 1/5 the coleslaw is the worse version I've ever had. Do not order this. It tasted like straight oily mayonnaise w/o any other spices added. Not even salt. The dish came with some with veggies and a pretty good lamb broth. Both of which are refillable.
Really small location, but worth the wait. There is a one hour period to eat because of the size of the restaurant. Ended up ordering the Lamb Rib Double and their specially tea. The lamb may not look like it has any flavor, but it was so delicious on its own. There's only one guy taking orders and serving, so don't expect to go and be friendly with the staff. He's not rude by any means, just busy. They do hand QR codes for the menu in each table and a large one posted by the counter. The tea was good, but might not be my thing. It is pretty milky and a little thicker than normal tea.
Came here for a late lunch on a Saturday and we luckily did not have trouble getting sat. This is a small establishment that maybe seats like 16 people max so I've heard waits can get a bit excessive. However, its a cute spot and you definitely get a strong waft of lamb when you walk in. M Joy is a specialist restaurant in that they really only have lamb and rice on the menu. We had a party of 3 and ordered a grilled lamb shank, 3 lamb skewers, and a rice plate with shank and rib. They do have some coleslaw as a veggie side but this is the like the Xinjiang meat and potatoes equivalent dish. I really enjoyed the food, the lamb was super succulent and tender. If you like lamb, you will like this establishment but if you don't like lamb, do not come. The grilled lamb shank was my personal favorite with some nice crispy parts along with tender, fatty interior. The lamb skewers were less fatty so a bit tougher but not in a gristley, poor textured way just had the bite of meat. The rice was great and deeply flavored with lamb fat. Apparently, you can also just ask for extra rice and they will provide an extra bowl free of charge. Another great spot in the SGV and glad I got to try it sans wait. We all left feeling very full and ended up skipping dinner (granted we also ate late and had post meal boba, as is the 626 way).
Small cafe located on a corner inside a crowded strip mall among lots of other eateries in a high traffic area of San Gabriel. The name of the game here is lamb. If you look at the menu, it really is lamb prepared in various ways with the two main methods of being braised or grilled. You order from a QR code, but there is a person there to help you as needed. Get the skewers or the grilled shank or ribs if you want that slight char with the spices adorning the dishes. On this visit, I opted for a lamb shank (braised) with rice. At $20.99 as of 01/2026, it might be the best deal for a quality meal that includes lamb shank that I can think of in all of the LA metro area. The rice is plump and firm, flavored from the lamb broth and drippings. There is a cup of the broth served with this dish as well as some other sides of pickled carrots, onions, and chili oil so you can add to the dish for personal taste. Most importantly, the lamb was almost fall off the bone tender and flavorful. My eyes were bigger than my stomach and I got a little overexcited, but I ordered their in house made yogurt with raisins (which works as both a dessert and actually a side as well!) and their salty milk tea to wash everything down. Very delicious and comforting. I had to get pretty much half my entree to go because I was stuffed finishing the yogurt and the pot of tea. This is a very popular strip mall/ shopping plaza so parking can be tricky although I always seem to find a spot when I'm here. There's parking underground and a lot towards the back as well. This trip, I actually parked along the street and just walked up a few steps.
Restaurant is located in a plaza area and I was not expecting it to be as good as it actually was if I were to judge it purely based off of looks. Super hole in the wall and comfortable looking. When my group of 5 sat down, we were prompted to order off of our phones using the QR code at the table. Everyone can order and put in their things from their phone and it just adds it onto the tables order. All of us got the lamb shank and rib combo, with some of us paying a bit extra for the grilled option and we also got some lamb skewers to share. Overall everything was delicious and generous in portion! What made it even better was the rice and the sides that came with the main entree. The carrot rice and the picked veggies/sauce paired perfectly with the lamb. Would come back again :)
Located in a small plaza in San Gabriel. They got parking for patrons above and under ground. The shop is rather small. The interior was clean but crammed. Expect some wait time as you arrive, especially on the weekends. The food could be ordered online. The food was served in a timely manner. The freshly cooked lamb meat was tender and fresh. The grilled ribs was delicious without being extremely greasy. The rice platter was very fulfilling. With the amount of food received, the price was very justifiable and reasonable. The experience was good, if the dining space was bigger without being crammed. The service could use a small improvement. It gets a 4.1 out of 5.
Think Hainan chicken rice but with lamb shank/ribs and that gives you an idea of this restaurant's sole focus: lamb braised or grilled. Their braised lamb shank and ribs come meltingly tender on a bed of rice perfumed with lamb-y deliciousness punctuated by bright carrots. The condiment tray of onions and carrots add a pop of brightness to break through the richness of this dish. For an even more unique experience try the Mongolian style salted milk tea--you'll want it hot as they suggest it because of its rich butteriness. It's a bit salty-sweet. Your order through a QR code that you scan with your cell phone. Service mainly consists of bringing your food out to you. The ambiance is perfunctory but softened with pleasant music playing overhead. A fun food adventure!
Ordered delivery from here a few times on Doordash. Great lamb shank and ribs. Love their homemade yogurt so I ordered that again today. Only to find that in one of them there was a half body of a very small bug (seems like a roach, dark body, I saw the legs.) and also found another piece of an unknown thing in there. Scooped it out, took a picture and got a refund from Doordash because that's absolutely disgusting and I threw it out. Restaurant needs to re-evaluate their cleanliness and storing/sealing their food properly to not allow random bugs or things to fall in. As you can see in the photo, the bug and unknown thing is dark and noticeable. I was able to see it just by glancing at the yogurt. The workers were not even thoughtful enough to make sure the yogurt is clean and free of contaminations before serving to their customers. I'm traumatized.
This place is really good! We ordered the Rib and Shank which comes with carrot rice. The rib and shank were both super tender, fell off the bone, and really flavorful. I was amazed by how delicious this dish was. The carrot rice had a nice fragrance and was good as well. Highly recommend this dish! We also got the Lamb Shank. This was also super good! It has the similar flavors/seasonings as you would normally taste from a usual Chinese skewers place but more elevated. The lamb was delicious and perfectly cooked. Would also recommend this one as well. It also came with sides like pickled veggies which were tasty. The Lamb Skewers were delicious. Some lamb pieces were juicier than others but were overall pretty good. Overall, this place exceeded my expectations. The prices here are reasonable for the quality of food you get. The service was also great. Will definitely be back!
This little gem is a REAL deal!!!!! I'm glad that I've tried it out today Service is oaky, but food is outstanding! 1. Braised Lamb Shank 5-star It's very tender falling off the bone on your 1st bite, yet only wish there's more portion on the meat part... 2. Carrot Rice: 5-star This is served as of a set order w/ refillable lamb broth and slaws of shredded carrot and onion in pickle style. It's crunchy and flavorful. The rice cooked in lamb broth and carrots, it's so satisfied and portion is generous! 3. Lamb Skewers: 3.5-star It's fairly dry and chewy. 4. Grilled Lamb Ribs: 5-star They using the braised lamb to grill it for crispy taste on the outer side yet the inside is still very tender! This version costs you more for about $5-6 than the braised lambs. It's worth it! Unlimited lamb broth to wash down the grease of lamb. Side dish: pickled carrots and red onions are well balanced out your meat portion! This is one of the most delish succulent dining experience for me as of a foodie this year
If you love lamb, this is a place you don't want to miss out on. Presentation may look plain and simple, but each plate was packed with flavors. They have a wait list outside, but there was no point of it? People just walk straight in for a table... We scanned the QR and ordered. It was simple. We got a plate of the single rib and a plate of the double ribs (grilled) for an extra of $2. Each plate came with some pickled carrots, pickled onions, sauce, and soup (upon request - make sure to select it when ordering). The grilled lamb ribs were super flavorful. It was also pretty spicy. The reg one was not as flavorful since it didn't have all the spices, but it was still good. The lamb ribs were tender and juicy. The rice was delicious. Like i say, it might look plain with just carrots and meats on the plate, but you will be amazed with all the flavors exploding in your mouth. Didn't get to try their popular yogurt during the visit, but will definitely give it a try on the next visit. Automatic tips regardless of how many individuals in your party. So even if you're going alone, it's an automatic tip on the bill. Service was ok. Minimal English..it was somewhat difficult to communicate when we arrived. Everything afterwards went smoothly. read more
If you're a lamb lover, this place is for you! For one of my Food Reviewing Dungeon Meshi slides, I wanted to include a business highlighting a business that focused on lamb as the main protein and M JOY came up on my listed recommendations on Yelp. Now that I've dined here, I can include in my future panels for the Barometz dish! No one will understand a single thing I've said in this paragraph so you can skip to the next one. It's located in a busy plaza, so you can always do the hack of parking elsewhere and walking in or braving the PvP zone of the above parking lot or the underground parking pit. Lots of people are driving aggressively here without looking, so be careful. M JOY is a fairly small restaurant with a limited number of tables, but they do have a paper wait list outside. Be prepared to wait if you have a big party or if you go during a lunch or dinner rush. Lots of people order to go, if that works for you. It also gets quite warm in that restaurant even with the light AC on and the fans running, especially for a hot August afternoon. You order through a QR code and you can pay through it too or call over a server. My Internet connection was horrendous here for some reason, so I had to rely on the technology of others. Service was efficient and polite. Called him over a couple times to refill water since it was such a hot day. For our lunch, we got the: 1) Coleslaw: -Reminds me of a standard coleslaw that you can get from a Western restaurant, but it's not too liquid-y or soggy and not too sour or too overpoweringly flavored by the dressing. Veggies are crisp and it added a great palate and texture cleanser when we were eating our other dishes. 2) Rib and Shank (For One): - We got an original lamb rib and a lamb shank. Huge servings of lamb meat. The shank is massive and the lamb meat slid off the bone of everything super easily. Meat is moist and extremely tender. Almost melt in your mouth. Some fatty bits to it too. 3) Lamb Ribs Double (For One): -For an extra $1, we got this grilled as we had the original one for the other dish. Skin is slightly crispy on top and it's seasoned with some spicy cumin and chili powder with pepper and sesame seeds. Delicious and probably my favorite out of all of the lamb meat that we had. The meals were meant for a single person and it was more than enough to feed 4 adults who haven't eaten all day yet and still have a bit of food leftover too. Both came with a bowl of lamb soup that had bits of lamb in it and daikon. Nice rich lamb flavor, but not mega heavy for a broth type soup. The meat is served with carrot rice as the carb and it's a bit oily, but yummy and addicting to eat. It's one of my favorite types of rice dish to indulge in. The plates also come with slides which include pickled (I believe) red onions and carrots and some chili oil for dip. Great to add extra flavor, kick, and textures to an already delicious dish. The menu isn't expansive, but it's one of those cases where the restaurant focuses solely one something and does an amazing job of carrying it out. Will come back again! read more
I usually order from here for pick up but I decided to try the dine in experience. Anyways, I definitely DO NOT recommend coming here to dine in. There was still a little bit of a wait at 1pm on a Saturday. There's only one employee managing the dining area and he genuinely looks like he hates his job and we are all a major nuisance in his life. I did feel bad because he was pretty busy running around but his attitude was terrible. When he told me my table was ready, I asked if he could wipe the puddle of water on the table and the ice cubes on the chair and he tossed a handful of napkins on the table at me and then left. Besides bringing my food over, customer service was pretty nonexistent which, I understood because it was pretty busy. However. I did not expect to get charged a 12% service charge. The only time I ever saw him smile was when customers were paying and leaving. You also dont even interact with him while ordering because you order through a QR code on the table. I assume the service charge is for the "unlimited pickled carrots and onions and lamb soup," but its genuinely so hard to flag him down because he's extremely busy. There's also a sign in store that asks customers to not stay for over an hour. Now the food is really good and the portions are generous. The lamb is very tender and literally falling off the bone. I really like the pickled carrot and the lamb soup tastes very clean and came with a slice of radish. I did try their salty milk tea (iced!) and really enjoyed it! It was super filling and I had enough of rice and lamb to eat for dinner. I think the +$2 grilled option comes with cumin powder which is also very good. I forgot to get that today though. Lesson learned - in the future I will only order online for pick up. I will also mention that the last time I ordered online, they forgot an entire rib so oooof. read more
Had a great meal at M Joy and will definitely be coming back! The lamb rib set meal was absolutely delicious--the grilled lamb ribs were tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. I especially loved pairing them with the chili sauce and onions. The rice that came with the set was surprisingly flavorful too and complemented everything perfectly. Another standout was the salted milk tea. It was my first time trying it, and I wasn't sure what to expect, but I ended up loving it! It has a rich, creamy texture that's almost like a savory soup, yet it's unique, comforting, and incredibly tasty. Service was fast and efficient, and I really appreciated how convenient the ordering process was. You can scan the QR code at the table to place your order and even pay directly through your phone, which made the whole experience seamless. If you're visiting M Joy, I highly recommend the lamb rib set and don't skip the salted milk tea! read more
Went to check out Mjoy the other day. The restaurant is pretty small, probably only 5 or 6 tables, and the menu is fairly limited. They seem to focus heavily on lamb, which immediately caught my attention. I ordered the lamb shank and rib combo which comes over rice with a side of carrots, pickled onions, and a bowl of lamb broth. The lamb shank and rib were tender as hell. The pickled vegetables helped cut through the richness and kept everything balanced. The rice was soaked with the lamb juices so it was packed with flavor. The broth was light in texture but definitely heavy on lamb flavor. I also ordered the braised lamb foot which ended up being surprisingly good. Soft, rich, and full of collagen. The whole meal kind of reminded me of Hainan chicken rice, but with lamb instead of chicken. Overall it was delicious and something different from the usual lamb dishes you find around the SGV. I can definitely see myself coming back and ordering it again. read more
I had a lovely experience at M Joy (San Gabriel). I ordered the Lamb Shank ($21.49). It includes a plump, juicy lamb shank, rice refills, and lamb bone soup refills. WOW! I devoured that incredible, filling meal. (Important: There's an added 12% service charge for dine-in. And there's a one hour dining period limit for customers.) I arrived at M Joy (San Gabriel) on Thursday (around 11:21AM). Parking is easy. There's an underground parking structure with plenty of spots. Customers order via QR Code. Customers scan the code at the table, and customers tap the options on their phone. Staff is very hardworking and professional. Staff (Kyle) worked quickly, accurately, and attentively. Kyle spoke Mandarin and English, and Kyle politely answered all my questions. Kyle worked hard; Kyle is an AMAZING staff member. My food took six minutes and 13 seconds. Very fast!! As mentioned, I ordered the Lamb Shank ($21.49). TASTY!! The lamb is MASSIVE and it falls seductively off the bone. Each bite tasted tender and satisfying. I felt my eyes widen as it softly broke apart with each bite. JUICY! The rice is also hot and fluffy, and the soup is clean and refreshing. I felt happy. On ambiance, M Joy (San Gabriel) is very clean and cozy. It fits about six small tables. There's soft instrumental music, and its tall ceiling makes the location appear more spacious. There's no hand sanitizer bottle nor inside restroom, but Staff does offer the restroom key for one that's nearby. However, this location is family friendly with its nearby stack of children high chairs. Overall, I had a magical experience at M Joy (San Gabriel). This location surpassed all expectations. It's no wonder why this business was featured in the "Los Angeles Times 101 Best Restaurants." If you love juicy, succulent lamb, this is an extremely easy recommendation. 5 out of 5! GO! JUST GO!!! read more
This place is more of a 3.5 than a 4 star. 4/5 lamb shank rice was ok. The rice lacked flavor and the lamb was very dry 1/5 the coleslaw is the worse version I've ever had. Do not order this. It tasted like straight oily mayonnaise w/o any other spices added. Not even salt. The dish came with some with veggies and a pretty good lamb broth. Both of which are refillable. read more
25 days ago
Really small location, but worth the wait. There is a one hour period to eat because of the size of the restaurant. Ended up ordering the Lamb Rib Double and their specially tea. The lamb may not look like it has any flavor, but it was so delicious on its own. There's only one guy taking orders and serving, so don't expect to go and be friendly with the staff. He's not rude by any means, just busy. They do hand QR codes for the menu in each table and a large one posted by the counter. The tea was good, but might not be my thing. It is pretty milky and a little thicker than normal tea. read more
Came here for a late lunch on a Saturday and we luckily did not have trouble getting sat. This is a small establishment that maybe seats like 16 people max so I've heard waits can get a bit excessive. However, its a cute spot and you definitely get a strong waft of lamb when you walk in. M Joy is a specialist restaurant in that they really only have lamb and rice on the menu. We had a party of 3 and ordered a grilled lamb shank, 3 lamb skewers, and a rice plate with shank and rib. They do have some coleslaw as a veggie side but this is the like the Xinjiang meat and potatoes equivalent dish. I really enjoyed the food, the lamb was super succulent and tender. If you like lamb, you will like this establishment but if you don't like lamb, do not come. The grilled lamb shank was my personal favorite with some nice crispy parts along with tender, fatty interior. The lamb skewers were less fatty so a bit tougher but not in a gristley, poor textured way just had the bite of meat. The rice was great and deeply flavored with lamb fat. Apparently, you can also just ask for extra rice and they will provide an extra bowl free of charge. Another great spot in the SGV and glad I got to try it sans wait. We all left feeling very full and ended up skipping dinner (granted we also ate late and had post meal boba, as is the 626 way). read more
Small cafe located on a corner inside a crowded strip mall among lots of other eateries in a high traffic area of San Gabriel. The name of the game here is lamb. If you look at the menu, it really is lamb prepared in various ways with the two main methods of being braised or grilled. You order from a QR code, but there is a person there to help you as needed. Get the skewers or the grilled shank or ribs if you want that slight char with the spices adorning the dishes. On this visit, I opted for a lamb shank (braised) with rice. At $20.99 as of 01/2026, it might be the best deal for a quality meal that includes lamb shank that I can think of in all of the LA metro area. The rice is plump and firm, flavored from the lamb broth and drippings. There is a cup of the broth served with this dish as well as some other sides of pickled carrots, onions, and chili oil so you can add to the dish for personal taste. Most importantly, the lamb was almost fall off the bone tender and flavorful. My eyes were bigger than my stomach and I got a little overexcited, but I ordered their in house made yogurt with raisins (which works as both a dessert and actually a side as well!) and their salty milk tea to wash everything down. Very delicious and comforting. I had to get pretty much half my entree to go because I was stuffed finishing the yogurt and the pot of tea. This is a very popular strip mall/ shopping plaza so parking can be tricky although I always seem to find a spot when I'm here. There's parking underground and a lot towards the back as well. This trip, I actually parked along the street and just walked up a few steps. read more
Restaurant is located in a plaza area and I was not expecting it to be as good as it actually was if I were to judge it purely based off of looks. Super hole in the wall and comfortable looking. When my group of 5 sat down, we were prompted to order off of our phones using the QR code at the table. Everyone can order and put in their things from their phone and it just adds it onto the tables order. All of us got the lamb shank and rib combo, with some of us paying a bit extra for the grilled option and we also got some lamb skewers to share. Overall everything was delicious and generous in portion! What made it even better was the rice and the sides that came with the main entree. The carrot rice and the picked veggies/sauce paired perfectly with the lamb. Would come back again :) read more
Located in a small plaza in San Gabriel. They got parking for patrons above and under ground. The shop is rather small. The interior was clean but crammed. Expect some wait time as you arrive, especially on the weekends. The food could be ordered online. The food was served in a timely manner. The freshly cooked lamb meat was tender and fresh. The grilled ribs was delicious without being extremely greasy. The rice platter was very fulfilling. With the amount of food received, the price was very justifiable and reasonable. The experience was good, if the dining space was bigger without being crammed. The service could use a small improvement. It gets a 4.1 out of 5. read more
Think Hainan chicken rice but with lamb shank/ribs and that gives you an idea of this restaurant's sole focus: lamb braised or grilled. Their braised lamb shank and ribs come meltingly tender on a bed of rice perfumed with lamb-y deliciousness punctuated by bright carrots. The condiment tray of onions and carrots add a pop of brightness to break through the richness of this dish. For an even more unique experience try the Mongolian style salted milk tea--you'll want it hot as they suggest it because of its rich butteriness. It's a bit salty-sweet. Your order through a QR code that you scan with your cell phone. Service mainly consists of bringing your food out to you. The ambiance is perfunctory but softened with pleasant music playing overhead. A fun food adventure! read more
3 months ago
Ordered delivery from here a few times on Doordash. Great lamb shank and ribs. Love their homemade yogurt so I ordered that again today. Only to find that in one of them there was a half body of a very small bug (seems like a roach, dark body, I saw the legs.) and also found another piece of an unknown thing in there. Scooped it out, took a picture and got a refund from Doordash because that's absolutely disgusting and I threw it out. Restaurant needs to re-evaluate their cleanliness and storing/sealing their food properly to not allow random bugs or things to fall in. As you can see in the photo, the bug and unknown thing is dark and noticeable. I was able to see it just by glancing at the yogurt. The workers were not even thoughtful enough to make sure the yogurt is clean and free of contaminations before serving to their customers. I'm traumatized. read more
This place is really good! We ordered the Rib and Shank which comes with carrot rice. The rib and shank were both super tender, fell off the bone, and really flavorful. I was amazed by how delicious this dish was. The carrot rice had a nice fragrance and was good as well. Highly recommend this dish! We also got the Lamb Shank. This was also super good! It has the similar flavors/seasonings as you would normally taste from a usual Chinese skewers place but more elevated. The lamb was delicious and perfectly cooked. Would also recommend this one as well. It also came with sides like pickled veggies which were tasty. The Lamb Skewers were delicious. Some lamb pieces were juicier than others but were overall pretty good. Overall, this place exceeded my expectations. The prices here are reasonable for the quality of food you get. The service was also great. Will definitely be back! read more
This little gem is a REAL deal!!!!! I'm glad that I've tried it out today Service is oaky, but food is outstanding! 1. Braised Lamb Shank 5-star It's very tender falling off the bone on your 1st bite, yet only wish there's more portion on the meat part... 2. Carrot Rice: 5-star This is served as of a set order w/ refillable lamb broth and slaws of shredded carrot and onion in pickle style. It's crunchy and flavorful. The rice cooked in lamb broth and carrots, it's so satisfied and portion is generous! 3. Lamb Skewers: 3.5-star It's fairly dry and chewy. 4. Grilled Lamb Ribs: 5-star They using the braised lamb to grill it for crispy taste on the outer side yet the inside is still very tender! This version costs you more for about $5-6 than the braised lambs. It's worth it! Unlimited lamb broth to wash down the grease of lamb. Side dish: pickled carrots and red onions are well balanced out your meat portion! This is one of the most delish succulent dining experience for me as of a foodie this year read more
I came to M Joy after seeing it on TikTok for a birthday celebration with my friend, and we ordered a few things to try. The service was quick and efficient. We arrived around 6:30 PM on a Saturday night and didn't have to wait, which was great. Here's what we ordered: Salty Milk Tea: 8/10 The salty milk tea had a mellow milk-tea flavor that was really comforting. Not too strong, just smooth and enjoyable. Lamb Skewers: 10/10 These were our absolute favorite!! The skewers had the perfect blend of fatty and lean pieces, and they even provided extra dipping sauces for seasoning. Lamb Grilled Ribs: 7.5/10 I really wanted to like these, but the pieces were quite fatty, which made them harder to finish. I would've preferred leaner cuts of meat :( Lamb Shank With Rice: 8/10 This dish came with soup and toppings. The pickled onions were super tangy and crunchy, adding a nice pop. The lamb shank itself wasn't gamey at all and was fall-off-the-bone tender Overall, I really enjoyed my experience at Joy. Everything came out quickly, the flavors were solid, and parking was easy at either in the structure or in the basement below. Happy eating! read more
11 months ago
Located in the heart of San Gabriel foodie district, this cute little restaurant sits in a busy plaza filled with tea cafes and restaurants. Inside the restaurant, there are about 6-7 tables. You should get here early to join the waitlist or else you might wait for an hour to get seated and good luck finding parking. I recommend going to the underground parking garage for better parking. If you like lamb then everything on the menu is a good choice to order. I recommend their rib and shank meal (comes with unlimited rice and a warm soup) and their sweet milk tea. The saltiness of the meat and the refreshing flavors of the tea create a delicious combo. Their pricing is reasonable since their sides and rice are unlimited. This place is definitely a not-so hidden gem! Don't come here pls because I want to eat here again I want to gatekeep this place read more
11 months ago
Another SGV gem! I ordered the lamb skewers and the grilled lamb through Fantuan. The service was quick, only about 15 minutes from the time I placed my order. My favorite was the grilled lamb. The meat was so tender and perfectly seasoned. The lamb skewers, on the other hand, were a bit meatier than the grilled lamb. Personally, I preferred the grilled lamb. The space isn't very large, best for small groups of 2-3 people. They also have plenty of parking, including underground parking, which is a great bonus. read more
M Joy is an absolute must-visit for lamb lovers! The restaurant itself is quite small and can get a bit hot inside. Service was good, nothing bad I can say about it. I had the lamb shank/rib combo and it was great. They truly specialize in the lamb. The flavor is fantastic; rich, satisfying, and the clear star of the show. Not gamey for my standards and a pretty decent portion size. I'd skip the milk tea personally; it wasn't my cup of tea. I'd save room to get chicha next door. read more
7 months ago
Ohhh Boy! This was definitely a Joy! If you're into Lamb then this is our Jam! Maaan! You should've seen me with a shank in my hand! And my tastebuds saying Daaamn! Ok believe it not this place is the spot so let me tell y'all what I got. If this was a fraternity like Lambda Lambda Lambda you know they're hot! First up was the Lamb Shank that was so soft and juicy that came with rice that reminded me of my childhood, so good. Next was their Lamb Skewers that were cooked to perfection and our tastebuds were humming! While enjoying our feast we had the special tea with milk. Ok this was very flavorful, creamy and rich and made this tasty experience even better. I also got to try the homemade yogurt which was a perfect end the adventure. It was tangy and I was told it was good for digestion so there's that. Ultimately he was right and we enjoyed all the recommendations. Service was great and attentive and will definitely be coming back again. There's a one hour time limit so beware of that because it's a small spot but after all we're here to grub! Parking can be a challenge so come early and if you already know then ya know. That's my take, Peace... read more
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7 months ago
This place is such a unique spot, it focuses on all different types of lamb, and it is delicious! The soup was amazing The different cuts of lamb were amazing. My favorite were definitely the skewers. They had so much flavor. The rice, the yogurt I have no complaints. The service was extremely fast. Our server was awesome He brought out so much food in a short amount of time. Both the salted tea and the sweet tea or both worth getting. It's a casual spot with good food. We watched so many people come in to get food. Definitely see why it's a popular spot. Thank you M Joy it was great experience. read more
M Joy is the Bubba Gump of lamb. You can choose between lamb ribs, lamb shanks, lamb skewers, grilled lamb, and lamb soup. The dishes skew toward northwestern China and Central Asia in terms of spices and preparation. Lamb Rib Single with Rice: They'll bring a plate of lamb and rice, a bowl of clear lamb consommé, and a dish of carrots, raw onions, and chili. The rice is firm and chewy, slick from the lamb broth and fat, with bits of carrots. The New Zealand lamb has been cooked for so long that this is beyond tender with no gaminess. It's as soft as pulled pork. The carrots, onions, and chili add flavor and texture, and they'll keep offering to refill the condiments. Dining Area: There are half a dozen little tables. However, they are so close together, you'll be practically in the middle of your neighbor's conversation. Parking: This is your standard u-shaped mini-mall on Valley with a few spots in the back and underground parking. read more
We got the rib and shank plate that came with carrot rice and grilled skewers. It came with a side of carrots, red onions, chili, and a bowl of broth. The meat on the plate was very tender and not gamey at all. The carrot rice was savory and a nice pairing to the meat. The skewers were good though a little tougher than others. The server was also very attentive. read more
LAMB-LICIOUS!!! My 1st time here and omg what a find! This place has a really simple menu and it's based on lamb. They only serve 100% grass fed lamb from New Zealand and you can totally taste the great quality it is. I ordered the rib and shank meal which comes with rice with carrots and sides of carrots, onions, chili oil and lamb bone soup. I also got an ordered of the grilled ribs. I'm in love with the shank. It was so tender and flavorful. The grilled ribs were also excellent and it came with chili powder on it and more on the side to dip. The service was basic and the restaurant is really small. There is a sign that says you can only be seated for an hour probably because there's only 6 tables from what I remember. I'm most definitely coming back because it's the best lamb I've ever had. read more
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8 months ago
It's a brightly lit, cute but unassuming lil joint where they focus on a very small menu of options, but it feels strategic cuz food was done so well. My friend and I got the Rib & Shank entree and lamb skewers. Dude, this entree! I was grooving to no music, the food was so good! The meat is so tender & falls off the bone. The rice is flavorful and rich without feeling too heavy, and the carrot pieces within the rice fit in perfectly (I dislike it when carrot pieces feel undercooked and make their presence in your mouth known like a rude interruption to a rice dish). The entree also came with soup (soulfully warm and the perfect amount of saltiness w/ fresh scallions) and a tray of pickled red onions, pickled julienned carrots, and their chili sauce (flavor and texture are excellent, and it's not too spicy, so you can apply it liberally). These, plus the rice, are refillable! The lamb skewers also shined: delectable, already-separated, tender, bite-sized morsels of lamb that slide off the skewers so easily and come alive w/ the cumin powder provided on the side. If you couldn't tell from my verbal exclamations as I ate, you'd have been able to tell from my upper body dance that I was a very happy camper. (; Our server was also very attentive w/ pouring our waters and making sure we knew what was refillable. Bonus: you order and pay via a QR code. I was surprised by the option to split the bill (but didn't try it since I was treating my friend) 0.0 Note: yelp says they close at 7pm on Thurs, but that's a typo. We called ahead of time (since we were planning to go on a Thurs), and they confirmed they're open till 8:30pm on Thursdays too. read more
7 months ago
I placed an order to go over the phone. Lamb shank for one and 4 pieces of the grill rib. This was for my husband and oldest daughter since they both love to eat lamb. If I can give this place 10 stars I would! The food was so good. I wish we can gatekeep this place...but at the same time the world needs to know how good the food is. The person who too my order (same person who I picked up from) was very nice. The total came out to $50 and some change. The total is right for the quality. Not gamey and absolutely mouth watering. The inside was very clean and modern. Small but just right. Overall I will continue to come and support M JOY! read more
8 months ago
Located in one of the main plazas and focused entirely on lamb. They serve broiled and grilled ribs, shanks, and skewers, and everything we tried was excellent. The lamb was cooked really well with just the right amount of fat in every bite. Customer service was extremely nice and welcoming. The rice was cracked. Using the lamb fat reminded me of Hainan chicken rice, and it's dangerously good. They're known for their broiled lamb, but the grilled options were also very solid. I preferred the broiled version because grilled kinda had that spiked flavor. Service: Extremely friendly and welcoming Food/Drinks: Excellent lamb across the board, broiled lamb stands out, rich rice cooked with lamb fat Ambiance: Small, hard to sit. 9/10 Fantastic lamb spot with great execution and flavors that really hit read more
M Joy dishes out a mean Lamb and Rice dish. Their lamb is New Zealand sourced and prepared with Shank or Rib over a bed of carrot rice. The lamb is steamed to perfection and falls off the bone. I highly recommend ordering the plate that has both shank and rib. Don't skip on the pickled onion/carrots with each of your bites. This will really elevate the dish even more. If you are feeling for a sweet treat with the meal, do yourself the favor and order the Hokkaido milk tea. The restaurant is fairly small and is ordered through QR on their website. Would recommend arriving early or at off hours as it can get busy. read more
4 months ago
4 months ago
I recently visited M Joy Restaurant and had a great experience. I ordered the lamb shank rice, grilled lamb ribs, and hot milk tea. The lamb shank was incredibly tender and flavorful, with meat that practically fell off the bone. The grilled lamb ribs were juicy, well-seasoned. The hot milk tea was rich, smooth, and the perfect complement to the meal. read more
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