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    Mama Lu Dumpling House

    3.8 (2.8k reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Seafood, Noodles
    Open • 10:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Beijing beef 81 Si Ji Dou Ji  STRING BEANS WITH CHICKEN
    Ethan A.

    Good food, but nothing spectacular. The servers are not very personable, though they are prompt when needed which is appreciated. There's plenty of seating and they have TVs up for entertainment inside. I've only ever gone during lunch and it's been a ghost town, so I can't speak for dinner if it gets busy or not. I appreciate that they have so much variety on the menu, so there's something for everybody when you go here. The dumplings are pretty good and the portions are generous for the plates you order. Beijing beef and string bean chicken were both pretty good. This place can be a bit pricy, so keep that in mind if you start to order more than one thing per person as it'll add up quick. Not sure how this locations stacks up to the others, but it's a solid spot that's worth checking out if you're in Monterey Park.

    23 Zha Ye Xiang Man Tou  CRISPY FRIED COCONUT BREAD (6)
    Kreng K.

    Went here recently (2 weeks apart) and while the food and service were good, the experience was unpleasant because of how hot it was inside. It was so hard to enjoy the food especially the soup because it feels like we're in a sauna. Hopefully they will address this soon.

    Shanghai Style Rice Cake
    Penny P.

    It's been a while since we've had Mama Lu's and we wanted to grab some of their Seaweed Fish for dinner. I looked them up on UberEats and saw that they were having a deal! Woot! Purchase one of their listed dishes and you can pick another of their listed dishes for free. I placed my order and headed on over. They were not too busy around 4 pm and the food was ready and waiting for pick up. - Seaweed Fish (yummy and crispy) - Shanghai Style Chow Mein (tasty) Overall, it was good food at a great value. Pickup was easy and they have underground parking. Credit cards are accepted.

    Fried pork buns
    Christina T.

    Decent Chinese food for a reasonable price, though much worse than it used to be. Service and cleanliness leave something to be desired. Expect a significant wait during peak times. Pork soup dumplings - Comes out steaming hot. Delicious soup with great umami and extremely tender pork. They do not provide ginger. Crispy noodles with seafood - We asked for the sauce on the side so the noodles would stay crispy. They were indeed crispy, but the sauce was terribly bland. Lots of seafood though. Fried pork buns - Very doughy but in a wet and unpleasant way. Also would not order again. Fried rice noodles with beef - Extremely greasy with beef that tastes like nothing; would not order again. No wok flavor. Scallop and egg white fried rice - Solid rendition of a famous fried rice dish. No complaints. Overall extremely disappointed by the food this time, as I recall really enjoying this place as a teenager maybe 10 years ago or so. Perhaps the choice of dishes we made this time was poor, or maybe their opening of more locations has led to a quality decrease. Portions are also smaller thanks to shrinkflation.

    ra l.

    Still good food and good service. Prices still reasonable. Many other items have not tried yet

    A Bei Jing Kao Ya (Ban Zhi ) PEKING DUCK (HALF W/8PCS BUN)
    Liam R.

    Delicious Chinese food with hearty portions. Tried and true classic that consistently delivers. Service was solid with a casual ambiance.

    Juan F.

    Note to self... This is a dumpling house, not a dim sum place. Although they have many dim sum like options. Best part was no wait on Sunday when we showed up at 10:30AM. Food was very tasty and the servers were on top of things. By the time we left more people showed up but there were still tables available for any walk ins.

    1 Xiao Long Bao  JUICY PORK DUMPLINGS (10)
    Melissa L.

    I was craving some Chinese food and decided to stop by. I was really in the mood for a good fried rice, so I ordered the Chinese broccoli with preserved meat fried rice - and it definitely hit the spot. I also ordered the golden fried shrimp and pork soup dumplings. The shrimp were light and crispy, and the dumplings were so juicy and flavorful. Everything was delicious. I noticed that if you dine in, the portions seem much larger compared to takeout. The prices are reasonable, especially considering how generous the portions are. I ate until I was full and still had enough shrimp to take home. There are plenty of tables inside, and I didn't have to wait at all. They do take card and parking is easy - either outside building or under parking garage. Definitely would recommend if you're craving authentic chinese food.

    19 Su Cai Shui Jiao  VEGGIE DUMPLINGS (8)
    Vincent Artemio E.

    I had not been to Mama Lu's in many years. I estimate about fifteen years. I remember the food being very savory and the ambience bright and bustling. I had high hopes for a repeat experience. We came here for my birthday celebration very early one morning. I believe the restaurant had just opened so they appeared not to be prepared for a large group this early in the day Still, we were seated right away and our orders were taken quickly. It took a bit for our orders to arrive but when they did the plates were hearty and overflowing with food. My order consisted of the following: * Fish ball with vegetable soup * Veggie egg rolls * Veggie dumplings The egg rolls were tasty but a bit too crisp. The soup was very hearty and flavorful. The dumplings were fine. I plan on visiting Mama Lu's again but I am hoping that the food will be superb just as it was years ago. Plenty of parking behind the restaurant. Enjoy your visit!

    deep fried sole... so crispy... so good
    Delfin T.

    I was in the area running errands & decided to grab a late lunch here. The place was half full and there was only one staff in sight. He was the host, the server & the busboy. Surprisingly, he handled the whole restaurant quite efficiently. The crispy sole was perfectly fried. I also ordered the crispy noodles with beef. I love that there was a good portion of beef... but the crispy noodle was too soggy because they over sauced the dish.. which also made the dish too salty. This dish would have been perfect if they put some restraint on the sauce.

    Kung pao chicken & bowl of rice
    Claribel V.

    I hadn't been to this restaurant in a long time because it was always packed, but I decided to give it another try. We came on a Sunday afternoon and were surprised to see plenty of open tables and no wait. We ordered the kung pao chicken, juicy dumplings, two bowls of white rice, and a lemon iced tea. The kung pao chicken had good flavor, but I wish it came with more peanuts and veggies, there were only a few pieces of green pepper and mostly onions. The dumplings tasted good too, but they barely had any juice inside, which was a little disappointing. For what you get, the prices feel a bit high compared to similar places. The entrées don't come with rice, so you have to add it for $1.25 per bowl. Also, the lemon iced tea is $5.75 with no refills, which seems excessive. Service wasn't great either. No one checked on us at all until it was time to pay. Overall, the food was decent but between the pricing and the lack of service, I won't be rushing back.

    SHANGHAI STYLE CHOW MEIN - used udon noodles instead of the orange noodles - bland
    Rosanna L.

    It's been a while since we've last been here. My fiance was craving Shanghai style chow mein and this was the only place I could think of that served it so we decided to give it another try. We order the Shanghai style chow mein, beef wrap and pork pot stickers. The entire meal was very underwhelming. The Shanghai style chow mein wasn't authentic. They used udon noodles instead of the orange noodles and the flavor was pretty lacking. The beef wrap has got to be the worst I've had. The beef was very dry and there was very little flavor and very little cucumber. The little hoison sauce that it did have was bitter. The pot stickers were grilled nicely with a good crunch but it also lacked flavor. It tasted better with the sweet vinegar. Overall was disappointed in our meal. Service was ok. The lady did come and refill our waters but other than that we barely saw the server. Located in a plaza with plenty of parking in the rear and underground. Unfortunately,I probably won't be back.

    Wonton
    Cindy L.

    This Mama Lu's location was so disappointing it made me wonder if it was serving the same food as the original location. The spicy wonton flavor was spicy and salty with some sweetness but the wonton itself was disappointing. The pork inside wasn't fresh. We also for the sesame chicken. There was barely any chicken. I think it was just fried batter glued together with the tiniest pieces of chicken. Chow mein was decent but you really can't mess it up. The soup dumplings were sub par. They felt smaller than the original location and most of them didn't even have soup in them or there were holes. And again the pork inside wasn't fresh. There's this slightly old pork flavor to it which bothers me. I would not come back to this location. Extremely disappointing! The only positive was that the portion sizes were big and the chow mein was good.

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    Ask the Community - Mama Lu Dumpling House

    What is in the spicy wontons?

    I think it’s Pork and shrimp covered in chili oil

    Do they offer large party trays?

    Yes, we do offer larger party tray at 501 w Garvey ave , Monterey park location, please call 626-282-2256 if you have any further questions thanks.

    Is there a time allotted to eat after seating, placing an order and when the food is served on the table?

    don't think so! just gotta be reasonable i'm guessing, but nothing official

    DO you list what items you sell frozen on your website? I've poked around and can't seem to find it. Thanks!

    Dumplings, and Geozas

    Do you have frozen chive pancakes available?

    Yes we do,, thanks for asking:)).

    Are you open during thanksgiving?

    Call them.

    Are you open on Christmas eve or christmas?

    Yes.

    Do you require vaccine passport?

    No, we don’t require vaccine passport, thanks.

    Do they have beer?

    Based on the 200+ menu and drink pictures it doesn't appear that they serve alcohol.

    Are the udon style noodles and potsticker skin handmade?

    I believe it is. I already tried their chowmein noodles & its texture is way better than a typical noodle from other restaurants. Theirs has distinct texture that is elastic with good consistency blending perfectly with the tasty sauce.

    Why are there two locations with such a similar name? Is this an imitation spot

    I've always been curious of this. THIS location has a picture uploaded that says they're "separately owned and independent from other Mama Lu's locations" and a Reddit post says they have different owners as well.… 

    Does the restaurant take card for to-go orders including frozen dumpling orders? The last time I was…

    Yes, it takes credit card. Mastercard, Visa and Discover.

    Which Mama Lu's location(s) sell the frozen bulk XLB?

    501 W Garvey Ave #101, Monterey Park,Ca 91754 Phone #626-282-2256. Thanks.

    Do any of your items have peanuts?

    Their menu has a (P) next to its items that contain peanuts.

    What fish is used for the seaweed fried fish? (Asking for allergy concerns)

    Sole fish.

    Is it only takeout now?

    Its mandatory that all restaurants are takeout for the time Being

    What is the health score rating at this location?

    It's a B, but it's fine.

    Are you open on Christmas Day?

    Yes, we will open on Christmas Day. we actually open 365 days a year :)). Thank you .

    What time is best to beat the crowds?

    Best before 12noon or after 2pm. Thanks

    Why is the health score not listed for this location?

    I don't know, but I can tell you this. The restrooms were atrocious. Not clean at all. So if management doesn't care about the cleanliness of their restrooms, what does that say about the kitchen? Last time I went a giant bug or rat ran out of the… 

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    4.3(111 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    My favorite place to get seafood boil! Hands down better than Boiling Crab…read more The sweetest and nicest staff! They're always anticipating your next question. They keep the place so clean and it's a big a nice place. Try it out ! You won't regret it! The food is amazing!! Everything!!

    We got the family pack of the seafood boil and it was huge enough to feed 4 adults if you add two…read moresides of rice and a Cajun fries basket. For the price of food and the amount you get, I can't complain! The flavor of their own seafood boil sauce (boom sauce?) is a standard seafood boil flavor, it's legit. The flavors don't overwhelm you and make you wanna go to the toilet right away, you know what I mean? The family pack comes with 3 corn on the cob, 3 sausage pieces and 3 potatoes (like a medium sized potato!) it was good but I wish the seafood had time to sit in the sauce, you can tell the food was dumped on the sauce. We had to fight to scoop some sauce onto our mussels cause the bag was so full of food- what a good problem to have. Maybe the sauce is a bit thin? Maybe that's why it didn't stick to the food? Service was good, the ladies were attentive and professional. The decor looked like this place was known to be a bar- I mean there's a huge bar to the side. There's even a second floor but no one was seated there so it doesn't look used. Cute decor with the sea theme. Not happy about their toilet in the women's restroom. There's a a sign saying to please not dispose the toilet seat covers in the toilet cause it could clog it up. I was being a nice person and went to the trouble of respecting their wishes. It was gross as I was being careful not to touch the peed parts of the toilet seat cover. Don't judge me, only God can judge me! Come here to feed your family and friends at a very reasonable price! And if you're a lady you're gonna have to hover while you pee if you don't want to deal with the toilet seat cover disposal issue...

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    They didn't have a lot of stuff here that we wanted to eat. We came on a Thursday night and we…read morewanted to try a bunch of stuff on the menu and we were able to order a lot too because we had 7 people at our table. However, most of the items on the menu were not available.. strange. My aunts friend wanted to take us here specifically for the fried garlic crab. However, personally, I was not a fan because it's just too much work to break down the crab just for a little bit of meat. My favorite that night was probably the fried tofu. They definitely did that very well. We also got a lot of other dishes like the clay pot rice, chicken, clams, seafood crispy noodles, and other foods I can't remember. Overall, just okay for me. I don't think I would necessarily come back.

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    4.3(1.9k reviews)
    3.6 mi
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    First time at Boston Lobster on Lower Azusa Road and I was impressed!…read more I went with my son for a one-year-old's birthday party and somehow managed to arrive an HOUR late ‍. Thankfully, they were incredibly gracious and accommodating when we showed up. The food is served family style, so we got to sample a little bit of everything. The filet mignon medallions were delectable--tender, flavorful, and perfectly marinated. And the Lobster Noodles! This was my first time trying them and they absolutely delivered. The lobster was cut and fried in a way that made the meat tucked inside the shell really easy to get to, which made the whole experience so enjoyable. And that gravy... I was literally sucking on the lobster shell trying to get every last bit. So, so good. We also had a stir-fried green vegetable--possibly watercress--and it was delicious. Simple, savory, and cooked just right. I loved having something fresh and green alongside all the richer dishes. Great food, warm service, and such a fun meal to share with a group. I'll definitely be back.

    I've been coming to this establishment since it was still located in that small spot on San Gabriel…read moreand Valley, so it's disappointing to say that the quality of the food seems to have gone downhill over the years. The service is still great, the restaurant itself is decently clean and spacious. Sadly, the food just wasn't up to the standards I remember. Salt & Pepper Shrimp 3/10 - Poorly seasoned and lacking the crispiness I was expecting. The shrimp just didn't have much going for it. Mongolian Beef 4/10 - This was basically steamed beef with green onions. The dish lacked the caramelized, savory flavor I typically associate with Mongolian beef. Clams with Basil 5/10 - The flavor was decent, but the clams did not taste particularly fresh, which really took away from the dish. Pan-Fried Pork 2/10 - Unfortunately, this was my least favorite. The pork didn't taste fresh, and the texture made it feel like it had been fried twice. The normally flavorful sauce it came with was also extremely bland. I'm actually very glad I came during lunch and paid lunch prices for these dishes. If I had paid dinner prices, I would have been extremely disappointed. The food from my previous visits weren't extraordinary, but at least it was "okay". However, after this visit, I have officially taken this restaurant off my rotation. I won't be returning.

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    Newport Seafood Restaurant

    4.1(3.8k reviews)
    3.0 mi
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    I've eaten here countless times with friends and family over the years. I can't believe I haven't…read morereviewed you guys! Always consistent in service and quality. They are known for: Special Lobster (A+) Beef Loc Lac (A) Clams with spicy sauce (A+) Chinese broccoli (B+) - depends on how thick or thin it is Pea shoots with garlic (A) Eggplant (A) Yang Chow fried rice (A) Reservations are highly recommended either by calling or thru Yelp. There are private rooms in the back on request if you have a larger party and seafood is always fresh as they have an aquarium with lobsters, crab, geoduck, and fish. The decor is charming with vintage trinkets along the side of the wall. There is a waiting area by the lobby and restrooms in the back of the restaurant. Since it gets so crowded and busy the restrooms could be tended better. Parking is available on the street otherwise you have to valet on the lot.

    I had lunch at Newport Seafood Restaurant today with a friend I hadn't seen in a very long time…read more She recently reached out to me after being out of touch for quite a while and asked if I wanted to meet up. Today was a day that worked for me, so we decided to have lunch together and then get a massage afterward. Whenever I come to this area for a massage, I usually have lunch at Boston Lobster. I've heard that Boston Lobster was opened by a chef and some of the staff who used to work here at Newport Seafood Restaurant, so I wanted to come back here after a long time and compare the two restaurants for myself. First, parking. Boston Lobster has regular self-parking, while Newport Seafood has valet parking, which was $2. As for the food, I ordered one of my favorite dishes, shrimp with cashews. I've had it at Boston Lobster many times, and I definitely preferred Boston Lobster's version. We also ordered beef with tomato sauce. Honestly, it didn't look particularly appetizing when it first came out, but once I tried it, it was actually pretty good. We also ordered beef chow mein, and this was probably my favorite dish of the meal. It almost had a slightly Thai-food-like flavor, and it was really delicious. As for the service, this is where I noticed the biggest difference between the two restaurants. Every time I go to Boston Lobster, everyone there is always extremely friendly and welcoming. Here, some of the staff were friendly, but some were not friendly at all. The hostess who greeted us when we first arrived was very nice. After we sat down, she brought a small cucumber dish to our table and asked if we wanted it as an appetizer. We politely declined. Then a male server came to take our drink order and asked whether we wanted hot tea or water. I asked if they had any caffeine-free hot tea, but he didn't seem to understand me. My friend repeated the question very slowly, but he still didn't seem to understand. After we explained it one more time, he finally seemed to get what I was asking and asked if I wanted jasmine tea. I said yes, so we had jasmine tea. It was extremely hot at first, so I also asked for some cold water without ice. Later, while we were eating, we needed to serve ourselves some of the chow mein. The spoon that came with the chow mein wasn't really useful for picking up the noodles, so I asked for an extra pair of chopsticks. The server brought the chopsticks over and basically tossed them down on our table. Honestly, I found that pretty unpleasant. My friend and I looked at each other while we were eating and said, "What was that?" My friend even commented, "Chinese restaurant staff can be so unfriendly sometimes." That has never happened to me at Boston Lobster. The staff there have always been very friendly and attentive whenever I've gone. I had actually been to Newport Seafood Restaurant several times before the COVID pandemic, and I even got their lobster for takeout back then. I remember it being so delicious that, during the pandemic, I once saw on Google that the restaurant was open and drove all the way here, only to find that it was actually closed. I remember being pretty disappointed that day. So coming back here again after such a long time brought back some memories. Unfortunately, I was a little disappointed with the service today. On the positive side, I found the restroom here to be cleaner than the one at Boston Lobster. However, the toilet here flushes automatically rather than having a manual flush, and I actually found that a little inconvenient. One nice advantage here is that they have private rooms, which would be great if you come with a larger group and want to sit separately with your own party. They do have lunch specials on weekends, which is nice. But personally, I think I'll probably go back to Boston Lobster next time. Their prices are actually about $1-$2 cheaper, I prefer their food overall, there's no valet parking charge, and most importantly, their service has been consistently much friendlier in my experience. So while I enjoyed coming back to Newport Seafood Restaurant after all these years and I did find some dishes here very good, Boston Lobster is still the place I would personally choose for my next visit to this area.

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    4.2(1.6k reviews)
    4.3 mi
    •$$
    Full bar
    Happy hour specials

    My friend and I had tickets for a concert nearby, and having never been to the area before, I…read morelooked for restaurant options on Yelp and found The Dive Oyster Bar a few minutes from the show. Not knowing how busy the restaurant would be on a Saturday night, I made reservations. We dined on the earlier side, and probably could have just walked in. We ended up getting some of the sharables, which was great. I love that their happy hour is available in the entire restaurant. Our server was Shanee, and she was extremely helpful and friendly. Since it was our first visit, we had a few questions and she was able to guide us along. Another person that helped us was Veronica, who was equally helpful and friendly. The food was really good, the service great, and the vibe was friendly. If I didn't live so far from the restaurant, I would go often.

    A 10/10 first visit, and I'm already planning my return…read more I stopped in on a Sunday around noon, party of one, and grabbed a seat at the bar. The place was fairly quiet when I arrived, but it picked up as my meal went on. The space is really well put together: nautical theme, interesting art, and lots of natural light from the windows balanced by dark wood furniture. You can watch the chefs cook from the dining area, and the long full bar has a great layout. They also had Sunday football on two TVs, which was a nice touch. It kept things casual without feeling too fancy or too much like a sports bar, just a great vibe for an afternoon of football and a good meal at the bar. The bartender made the experience even better. She was attentive, friendly, easy-going, and engaging, and she was quick, too. You can tell she genuinely likes her job. I'd checked the menu beforehand and spotted the mussels and fries. I love both, so I had to try it. The portion is big enough to share, but it works as an entrée if you're hungry. The fries come topped with a truffle garlic mayo, and the mussels arrive steaming hot in a delicious broth. You choose your spice level, and I went spicy. It was perfect, with plenty of heat that never buried the flavor of the broth. I usually only trust mussels near the ocean, but these were cooked perfectly and won me over. The pairing with fries is one I never would have imagined, and it works. If you like garlic, you'll love the broth. As the mayo melts in, it turns creamy and almost looks like a tomato bisque, seasoned to perfection with a flavor I've never had before. Even soaked in broth, the fries stayed crispy. One tip: I finished everything and still had a lot of broth left. My bartender offered bread for dipping, but I was too full and didn't know it was an option. Next time I'll save room or ask for bread right away. I also tried the seasonal spiked apple pie cocktail, with a cinnamon-sugar rim and a cinnamon stick garnish. It was flavorful without being overpowering, the kind of drink you could easily have more than one of. I'll be thinking about this dish until I'm back, which will probably be soon. I'm dying to try the mac & cheese topped with hot Cheetos, plus a few other things on the menu. Highly recommend!

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    The Dive Oyster Bar - Freshly Shucked Oysters.

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