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We wanted to try our new local spot. Wow!!! I wasn't expecting a trip to China in a strip mall. The food is authentic and the owner was very helpful so that we ordered a range of dishes we weren't familiar with. We tried the shrimp and the ribs, both in the House Spice sauce. The heat was adjustable, the flavors with depth and interest. We chose the cooler Dan Dan noodles and scallion pancake to offset the heat and House Crisp peanuts and pickled vegetables to give some crunch. Amazing experience. The decor is basic for a new restaurant, look past that and enjoy an Asian feast. I knew I'd be a happy girl when I ordered tea and received leaves not a bag. No generic place here.

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Barbara I.

Trust the process. As of yet it's not fully decorated or promoted but WOW the food is de-lic-ious !!!! We will be returning. The owners are super friendly and accommodating and take great pride in their food. You def need to give them a try

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Excellence best soup in Richmond followed by. Great staff Imy favorite place in Richmond

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