Open Rice Kitchen

Locally owned & operated

Eco-friendly

This is the third time I have come to this restaurant for dinner. Every time I come, the food and…read moreservice are very good. It really makes the guests very happy and will come again to eat again.

Yang Kee Dumpling is one of the best Chinese Dumpling restaurants in the whole Davis/Sacramento…read morearea. Whenever we visit the area we always make sure we came here to eat. Their pan fried pork bun is our favorite, and their XLB is also very good. we also love their Chinese Cabbages, very crispy and sweet, highly recommended it.

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Sit Lo Saigon

4.3(279 reviews)

came this morning and was really impressed with the working keeping everything clean!…read more i even seen her cleaning the chairs as well! pho is very good, and my first time at the Davis location. i also add the fried doughnuts to dip in my broth.

Dare I say this is the BEST pho i've had in the area? I think so. The broth is so flavorful and…read morereally doesn't need any other sauces to enhance its flavor. The portion sizes are well worth the cost, the environment is nice and clean. Couldn't recommend this place enough I get the premium #17 pho. it's so rare to find pho in the area with oxtails!

#16 Shortrib Pho (Tender braised short ribs)

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Oxtail soup with fresh noodles

Tasty Palace

4.1(132 reviews)

Came in for lunch on a weekday. Food is good. Service is fast…read more There are so many menu items I want to try but I only have one stomach. So I went for the Mapo Tofu lunch special. It came out fast and hot. The spring roll that came with the set is delightfully crispy. The Mapo tofu is delicious. I really wanted to try their malatang but that'll be next time. I look forward to revisiting and trying more!

First time here to try while visiting my college kid. Was attracted by their good review so…read moredecided to give it a try. Arrived right before their opening time but they still let us in. My kid mentioned they usually are very pack and people would dine outdoor, but I guess we arrived early so there wasn't any wait time. Ordered few items, food came out very fast and the tastes are not bad at all. Beef Fried Rice Noodles: How do you differentiate if this dish is good or not, it is about how much excessive oil that's left on the plate. The stir fried was good, not too greasy, and they marinate the meat well. Unlike other Chinese restaurants, this place's meat was good. Only they could stir fried with even higher eat to create more "wok air" Sticky Rice Stick with Brown Sugar: First time trying this dish, so not sure what to expect. But it does seem to be a dessert to me, my comment would be higher if the rice stick is more chewy. Hot & Sour Shredded Potato: This is common dish from northern part of China. The way they prepared was awesome. The potato was not starchy and the seasoning is just right. A bit greasy but this is actually my favorite dish! Shrimp and Pork with Chives Dumplings: Meat is fresh and dumpling wrap is great too. Each dumpling size is not too big and wasn't torn. Taste is okay but maybe try another filling if I visit again. I would come again to try out other things on the menu if I'm visiting my kid again.

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Pho Tasty

3.9(223 reviews)

0.1 mi

The best pho place in Davis. Huge portions. Service very welcoming. The upgraded their booth seats…read morewhich brightens up the experience. And they have vegan option!

My friend and I met for lunch at 1. We left at 4:45. It was so awesome that they were so…read moreaccommodating and didn't try to hurry us out of our table. We walked in and weren't sure if we sat ourselves or not. A server came out and showed us to a table with menus after a minute. It did take a little while for her to come back and take our order. We each ordered an XL bowl of phở ($18). I got the flank steak (tái) and she got the vegetarian (chay). The phở was delicious! The ratio of meat to noodles was appropriate. The add-ins (beansprouts, basil, lime and jalapeño slices) were the perfect amount for 2 bowls. We didn't eat the jalapeños, but we didn't leave anything else on the plate. I hate wasting food. I read that the service here is what is lacking. Our server came by twice to check on us, but didn't refill our glasses until I asked. She was the only one working the floor while we were there. It was busy enough that the noise level was high at times and then it lulled to just us talking. She didn't clear away our bowls and wasn't super attentive, but we didn't mind because we were catching up. As we were getting ready to leave, another worker came in, but the no one came out in the front for at least 10 minutes. One couple came in, sat down, looked at a menu and then left because no one even acknowledged them. Overall for us, we had a great experience. Food was yummy. Service was good for us since we didn't need much. Ambiance was elegant, but not. I'll be back for another bowl of phở.

View from the back booth.

Pho Tasty: pho sides

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Dah Bao

4.6(66 reviews)

1.5 mi

My favorite boba teas are Jasmin milk tea and winter melon tea, both without added sugar. I also…read morelove their boba and various jellies.

We stopped by here for an impromptu dinner because we were really craving beef noodle soup. The…read moreshop itself is the size of a typical Boba place, fit may be about six tables or so?. That being said, it's pretty cleaned and well maintained. Now for the food: we ordered the passion grapefruit jasmine tea with aloe, beef noodle soup, the cold noodles with peanut sauce, and the pan fried dumpling. The drink was standard, though a little sweet for my liking. Next time we'll adjust the sweetness to be a little bit lower. The aloe was strangely very mushy and not very enjoyable. The cold noodles with peanut sauce were a little disappointing. I found it to be overwhelmingly, salty, though the rest of it tasted fine. I enjoyed the beef noodle soup more, especially once you added the pickled mustard greens. The noodle texture was not my favorite, but soup was pretty good and the beef was well cooked. Overall, it really itched that scratch and I was satisfied. Both noodle dishes were hefty. It doesn't look like a lot of food because it comes out in plastic containers, but we were pretty satisfied by the amount of food that we got. The star of the show were definitely the pan fried buns. They were super crispy and well fried on the outside, and the inside was delicious. Lots of juice, well seasoned, perfectly cooked in my opinion. To be honest, we were just OK with the meal until we ate these pan fried buns! Will definitely return to try more buns and bowels and some other dishes that they have on the menu.

Chilled beef shank bowl

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Brown sugar milk w/ boba

My Burma

4.5(723 reviews)

Burmese food is basically a flavor bomb that shows up unannounced and suddenly you're emotionally…read moreattached. My Burma downtown is doing the most in the best way--great location, solid vibes, and service that actually feels like they want you there (rare, honestly). Everything is super veg-friendly with plenty of swaps and mods, which I always appreciate because some places act like removing meat is a personal insult. Fun fact: Burmese cuisine is one of the only Southeast Asian cuisines where fermented tea leaves (yes, edible tea salad energy) are a legit staple. Would absolutely come back, preferably hungry again so I can over-order like I have no self control.

my family finished our meal in under 30 minutes LOL everything tasted vaguely comforting/familiar…read moreand each dish had a unique depth of flavors. this cuisine is generally family-style aka pick one dish per person but everyone shares the dishes. appetizer took five mins and food came out about ten minutes after that. the restaurant itself is nice for a family sit-down but not too formal as the chefs are cooking within view and it is high energy inside. lettuce wraps: we got shrimp, flavor was good and it was about 10 pieces of lettuce, so enough for 4 pineapple fried rice: nothing crazy, a little oily, but definitely good mango shrimp: a little sweet for my liking and i didn't like the herbs - very fragrant and good. broccoli was undercooked/hard tho lamb curry: a little tough but flavor was pretty good, there was a lot of meat but you have to get a side to get through all of it eggplant curry: the skin on the eggplant was very hard and unpleasant (wish it was charred or something), eggplant insides were soft and the curry itself tasted good. dry cooked chicken: super tender chicken pieces, a lot of vegetables, slight coconut flavor, definitely my favorite & highly recommend

Grabbed a tea leaf salad from here, added prawns at home.

Lemon and Paprika Lamb

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Burmese Beef Curry with Potatoes

Shabu Shack

4.3(167 reviews)

I had some family in town and we were wanting to go out to dinner. We decided on Shabu Shack…read morealthough there's a few different HotPot places in town. The food was amazing and we had such a good experience. We got a lot for what we paid. The meats and vegetables are all very fresh and they have great packages for groups or a small table. I will definitely be back!

My family stopped in for me and my daughters birthday today and, much like before, the food was of…read morehigh quality. We got the diamond tier this time instead of gold, and that opened up appetizers. This was perfect for my two young kids who love chicken karaage and gyoza. The appetizers are made fresh and take a minute to come out, but it's worth it. I guess if I had to make a recommendation here, it is that the little cup of sauce that is built into the plate just kind of spills onto the food. Not the end of the world, but maybe a small ramekin would be better. Anyway, gyoza, karaage, fried tofu, shrimp tempura, fish balls with roe, we're all great. There are drinks that come with the diamond tier can sodas, lychee lemonade, Thai tea, and more. The service was awesome this time. The severs were very attentive and working hard. All of our needs were taken care of really quickly and shabu ingredients came from the back at lightning speed. They also had more ice cream flavors this time, which my kids loved (uh hello, cookies and cream is the best). Ambiance is always nice there. I know that when I'm eating at a hotpot place I'm always looking for good AC when inside since the boiling broths can make things uncomfortable, especially in a Davis summer. This place has a nice cool dining room, which I appreciate. I don't toss around 5 stars, but this was definitely a wonderful experience worthy of such. Thanks again for the hospitality!

Inside

Fish sauce wings

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T-Kumi Ramen & Rice Bowl

4.0(484 reviews)

2.7 mi

A cute little local spot tucked away in north-west Davis. T-Kumi is a casual Japanese rice bowl…read moreeatery that also serves boba drinks, located on the second floor of Westlake Plaza near Dollar Tree and MandRo. A solid lowkey spot popular with students and locals alike. - Umami Beef Bowl -- tender gyudon-style beef with onions, sesame seeds, radish, daikon, and bamboo shoots; flavorful and comforting - Chicken Katsu Bowl -- crispy fried chicken cutlet layered with unagi sauce and topped with radish, daikon, and bamboo shoots; satisfying and filling - Thai Tea -- a bit too sweet for my taste, probably from extra syrup There were several tables occupied when we visited, giving the place a cozy neighborhood vibe. Service was friendly and our food came out quickly. A nice casual spot to catch up with friends over rice bowls and drinks. To note, my experience was from before the management change.

Great ambiance but moreover the ramen was quite good. Like as good as the stuff I used to get when…read moreI lived in Japan. Huge menu with options for most. Even picky eaters. The beef asada was actually quite good and a surprise. I don't know why all the reviews aren't 5 star. Too many Karens in Davis.

Entrance with a small sign

Spicy Tonkotsu with Chashu

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Tasty Gourmet

4.7(394 reviews)

1.5 mi

This place is the BEST! I loveeee their food and they have such large portions. I regularly order…read morefrom here and I love the BBQ Pork Fried Rice and the crispy Sesame Chicken. The food is always hot and fresh and I have never had a bad experience with the service and they have given me free drinks or things when picking up my order. I have not dined in the restaurant because they had it shut down for a long time and only did takeout but I do plan on going soon. But the restaurant is a nice space despite it being in a random location.

We enjoyed all the items we got! The standouts were the roasted duck fried rice (5/5) and salt…read morepepper fish filet (5/5.) Both were flavored really well and I was impressed by the crisp of the fish filet! The shrimp dumplings were solid (4/5) but nothing too special and pricey! The beef jian bao (3/5) was just average and I wish they had more filling and were juicier.

Part of the Interior, more seating on the other side of the low wall.

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Pho Namdo

4.7(185 reviews)

8.3 mi

A hidden gem. Hands down the best pho I've ever had. Very clean and friendly restaurant that…read moredeserves way more recognition. The broth is consistently amazing which is the hardest part of pho. If you want really good pho go here. I would drive 100 miles for a bowl of this pho.

This place is so delicious!! I was sick with the flu and…read moreate their pho and got better The pho taste like home 10/10 recommend this place to everyone, the staff is very friendly. The broth is so rich in flavor

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Outside, corner of Pioneer & Branigan Ave

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Will I.

5 months ago

The prices here are unbeatable. 8 potstickers for $5, a fried rice plate that's like 2 pounds for $8. This is the ultimate restaurant for a mildly tipsy Davis resident following an unplanned visit to the tiki bar. Picture yourself slamming a drink with equal added sugars and alcohol. You are stuck. Where do you go? Everything's expensive now and everything has gotten worse. Where am I gonna get a job? I think to myself, how do I escape? Did my parents experience this? Nah man, I know they could at least scrap together the last of their funds from a part time job for a cheeky Whopper Jr., but not me. Things suck right now man, everything's hard and the only hope for financial stability lies in a Polymarket bet on the Iran War, but that's not cool man. That sucks. Thankfully, unlike most places in the USA, we have Open Rice Kitchen. The prices here remind me of what I was promised. This place renews my faith in the world man, you really just can't beat a cheap meal because sometimes that's what you need. Food's served on paper plates and man, I love this place. It is so vital in my college experience that a place like this exists/existed, please ORK, never change. It renews my faith that things are good in this world when times get tough and everything seems bad. When I think "man I gotta get the hell outta here," I know I can slam a greasy pound of Spam Fried Rice for less than an hour's wage and suddenly colors seem brighter again. I love it here, the people behind the counter are always kind, I am so grateful for Open Rice Kitchen. The food is awesome and it has genuinely saved me after eating far too little across finals weeks. Where else can you get Boba for $2.50???? Go here, go here and appreciate the prices and the food and everything else. Things aren't this good anymore and the prices here unironically beat McDonald's for better food. I love it here, it's so important this place sticks around with its prices and vibe and everything else. This restaurant has no flaws. Five. Earned. Stars. read more

Jeff S.

13 years ago

This is my second time here this week. I was with my girlfriend and we walked by a couple nights ago. She had a boba craving so we checked it out. We ordered a black milk tea with boba. It came out to $2.70 with tax. We were a little skeptical because we looked at the cup and the cheap price, plus no extra charge for boba. The cups here are at least 50% bigger than the average sizes. After we tasted it, we looked each other in the eye with shock! How did we not know about their black milk tea before. It is just as good if not better than the boba shops in the city! The old lady and I came back for lunch today and the food was delicious. I ordered the Singapore chow fun which was flavored perfectly with the right amount of spice and seasoning. She ordered the orange chicken and we loved it! It was not too much breading with perfect amount of sweetness and sour note. Although the food was solid, we were most impressed by the beer selection. I believe they had over 30 to choose from and any 2 for $5. I couldn't believe it! I got a Racer 5 and she got an Angry Orchard cider. I am glad we found this place and we will definitely be coming regularly! read more

Daisy I.

Elite 23

3 years ago

Open Rice , I pleasantly surprised by the fantastic value and delicious offerings on their menu. I opted for the Singapore Style dish priced at an incredibly affordable $7.00, and it turned out to be a satisfying portion that left me feeling thoroughly satisfied. The Singapore Style dish consisted of a choice between chow fun or vermicelli, stir-fried with egg, succulent shrimp, flavorful BBQ pork, vibrant bell peppers, onions, and crunchy bean sprouts. But that's not all! I was also thrilled to find a refreshing boba drink on the menu at an astonishingly low price of $2.50. It's rare to come across such a deal for boba drinks, especially in the Davis area. The boba drink perfectly complemented my meal and added a touch of sweetness to the overall dining experience. When it came time to pay, I was amazed that my total bill came to around $10. Considering the quality and quantity of food I received, this value was simply mind-blowing. Disclaimer: The review is based on my personal experience at Open Rice I KNOW THAT THERE ARE ALOT OF 1 STAR DUE TO UNSANAITARY PRACTICE BUT WHEN I WENT IN 2023 IT WAS BETTER! read more

Evelyn W.

Elite 26

3 years ago

After numerous visits, I've finally decided to share my thoughts about this restaurant. It's truly a hidden gem, often referred to as a "hole in the wall," owing to its affordable prices and generous portions of food. The place is quite spacious, offering ample seating for diners. The menu boasts a wide variety of options, and I always enjoy trying something different each time I visit. One thing you can count on is their consistently large portions, though the flavor can be a bit unpredictable. Occasionally, the rice might turn out excessively salty, while other times, it's just right - a bit of a hit or miss, but I find myself still enjoying it regardless, and it's all part of the adventure! Now, let me share my best-kept secret about this place - their boba! It's incredibly cheap yet surpasses the jasmine milk tea from the renowned boba shops around Davis. This delightful surprise never fails to impress, making it my go-to choice whenever I'm here. If you're looking for a budget-friendly spot with hearty meals and a few flavor surprises along the way, this restaurant is definitely worth a try! read more

Sara L.

6 years ago

THIS PLACE IS RACIST! Owner profiled me, because I am black, and accused me on "thinking" about steal a phone on the bar as I was ordering a drink!! He got aggressive with me when I called him out on it, and got his security to kick me out!! He followed me out and taunted me as I was trying to understand his actions while speaking to the security guard. The owner followed me as I walked away and called the police on me while following me! I could not believe it!! I never thought I would experience such blatant racism ever, nonetheless during my college experience! This owner is disgusting to treat me that way given it's quite clear that most ppl in the city are college students, and an arrest could ruin my future career! The owner is a horrible human being and his business is not worth supporting!! There is far better Chinese food in Davis! AVOID LIKE THE PLAGUE! read more

Brenda L.

Elite 26 All-Star

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2 years ago

I recently popped into this cute spot for lunch with my coworker after we found Panda Express too crowded. What a delightful surprise! The place has ample parking and is super accessible, though it might not be the best for kids and seating is only indoors. The menu is extensive, offering a variety of delicious options that are both fresh and generously portioned--all at prices that are hard to beat! I totally recommend giving it a try. On the downside, the drink machine was out of order, so we could only get water, and the menu screens weren't working. The ambiance could use a little love; it felt a bit unkempt and lacked any music to set the mood. But hey, if you're looking for tasty food in a casual setting, this place is worth a visit! read more

Meriyah H.

10 months ago

This place is a Davis classic. My family and I love stopping by here for some cheap and good food. My all-time favorite is the spam fried rice. I highly recommend ordering this, along with the potstickers. Also, their Boba is ridiculously cheap, and really decent. The service could be a little bit faster, but considering the price I don't mind at all. I usually just order ahead of time by phone. There are many places to sit, and you will never see this place empty lol. It is always very busy, and that should speak volumes about how good it is! Overall, I really enjoy the atmosphere of this place. You absolutely need to eat here at least once if you're going to be attending Davis! read more

Alfred S.

13 years ago

The food may fluctuate here depending on who's cooking, but it's never bad. The place doesn't look like your typical tacky asian place, but has a clean look with an inviting atmosphere. If you're eating in, the presentation of the dishes look very appetizing. It's obvious that the owner here really cares for his food. My favorite here would be the popcorn chicken. You have to try it right after a fresh shipment. It's astounding. The kimchi fried rice, salt and pepper calamari, and beef chow fun are all great dishes as well. Did I mention they also have boba? The black milk tea is phenomenal. Definitely the best boba you can get in Davis. read more

Star G.

7 years ago

Used to love this place but the quality of food has dropped massively. I ordered a wonton noodle soup yesterday, my usual, and I had to force myself to eat it. It didn't come with the barbecue pork as advertised. The broth was bland, and the noodles were still kind of clumped together. The only positive thing other than the price was how good the wontons tasted compared to the rest of the soup. The prices haven't changed thankfully, but even at a cheap price for all the food, it's not worth a single penny. Maybe their other dishes are better, but I hope things improve soon. read more

Tommy L.

14 years ago

I have been going there regularly for the past year, i noticed that the food and the drinks getting worse and worse!!most of the place will improve from time to time except for this one, beef chow fun, fried rice has no favor and the boba tea is like water!! no favor at all!! At the beginning everything is so good although the boba tea is still tasteless!! I noticed that there was a guy who did the cooking when they first open was not there anymore,that might explain why the food isn't great as it should be. I would not go there anymore! what a waste!!! read more

Aj H.

7 years ago

Food is decent and cheap the best thing here is the boba for three dollars and it's a huge serving. They have dollar specials time to time and I came this evening to purchase bobas for a dollar and asked for LIGHT ice in my drink. Not only was the girl with chola hair and false eyelashes with glue gushing from the bands rude, monotone and stale, she also said they can't modify my drink.....really you can't take ice out my drinks... ok. They always seem to hire cheap girls to match the cheap food ‍ At least the food unlike the employees has some flavor. read more

Marissa D.

14 years ago

Open Rice Kitchen is a great addition to the downtown Davis community. Their meals are of high quality freshness, and prepared in a quick manner. The portion sizes are extremely large, and definitely worth the affordable prices. My favorite meal would consist of: Kimchi Fried Rice, Salt and Pepper Spare Ribs, and Thai Iced Tea! They also provide their customers with an excellent variety of boba and milk tea flavors! This place always leaves me satisfied, and never disappoints. I LOVE OPEN RICE! read more

Wes K.

14 years ago

This is the first and last time I will wait for 4 hours for food. I decided to come to Open Rice Kitchen for the birthday anniversary event to order some yummy food before going to a friend's place to study. I came in at 7:40PM and left the place at 11:40PM. It's unacceptable to make someone wait that long for kimchi fried rice and popcorn chicken. The food was really mediocre even for Davis standards. I really expected a little bit better. I'm DONE with this place. read more

Marie L.

8 years ago

The food here is good but the staff doesn't seem to be very educated on what is actually in the dishes. I've been here a few times and got different information about what's in my order each time and they always seemed annoyed when I asked to confirm what I was getting each time. One of the girls (the one with an upper arm tattoo) at the register is super nice and is always helpful but the other one seems constantly annoyed with customers and unhelpful. read more

Sam G.

135

7 years ago

Many of my friends have said that this place has bad quality food because there's an overkill on soy sauce, Eric. But I personally like this place because they stack your food and give a lot of meat and is pretty affordable compared to over places that I've been to. This would be a good place to visit with friends but maybe not a first date read more

Joanna H.

8 years ago

Their food is generally okay... but their beef noodle soup tastes like how I imagine canned dog food submerged in hot water to be. The chunks of beef in there look like canned dog food too. It is salty and sour, overall really unpleasant to eat. I think making cup noodles at home would be more worth the money and the calories read more

James Y.

10 years ago

i dont think they have any pride in cooking. pork belly fried rice was definately worst one i ever had. I didnt know one could fail so badly with this simple rice dish. Oh and pork belly was not pork belly its was braised pork. ITS SIMPLY BAD I wished I could ask for refund at the moment I tasted. read more

Kyra T.

137

7 years ago

Cheap and good college food! Served on power plates with plastic forks keeping it simple. Huge portions so I always have leftovers to take home. A really good house sauce which adds flavor. Pretty quick to and while they are busy they may give you a heads up if it is going to take longer than usual. read more

C S.

144

7 years ago

my experience here sums up in cheap quality food. you get what you pay for. 1. milk tea: overly sweet and powdery. It really feels like let me scoop you some milk tea mix and sugar, there you go 2. food serves on paper plates and not too good quality. it feels like just homemade meals read more

Anonymous A.

10 years ago

Waited for forty five minutes for my friends food which came cold and then asked about my food and they said the order must have been taken by someone else. My name was definitely never called. Still waiting on my food. Update: the one helpful waitress at least gave me my money back read more

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(257 reviews)

My friends and I came here on a weekday afternoon to try some dim sum. There was plenty of parking…read morein the area along with quick service due the restaurant being partially empty. Siu Mai: This was classic & well-executed, and there was a strong mushroom taste which I loved. Shrimp Dumplings: These were also classic, flavorful, and fresh. Jelly Fish & Sliced Beef Tendon: I loved the texture and spiciness of the general dish, and they were seasoned well. Beef Noodle Rolls: These were okay in my opinion, but silky and tender. Pan-Fried Turnip Cake: I loved the crisp outside, and it was soft on the inside. It did not feel too heavy and better than other places I've tried. Green Beans: These were slightly oily, but the portion size was generous for the price. Preserved Egg & Pork Congee: The congee was okay, but it was comforting and smooth and still had a good flavor.

We can into Well Season on a Saturday evening for my son's birthday dinner he chose Well Season…read morebecause he likes their Dim Sum items. We usually. One here at least a handful of times per year. Their food is generally good and their portion size is large. This summer they are running a special (10% off your bill, plus additional 5% if paid in cash). For a Saturday evening, they did not have many diners, two other larger groups, a couple smaller tables of patrons and a couple few takeout orders. The main reason for coming here is for their Dim Sum items, but some items are not available after 2pm. They have a pretty extensive menu for non-dim sum items. Most of their food is pretty good including the dim sum items. Portion size is large, so there is usually leftovers to take home. Today, the service is lacking quite a bit. Had to wave down the server many times during our meal, to order, ask a couple times for water and missing napkins, water refill, didn't check if we needed more hot tea, boxes for left overs, getting the bill, etc. Another ding for them is that we were given and billed for 2 items (chicken buns and steamed long beans) that we Did Not Order. I didn't not complain about it because we were fine eating the extra food, but that was annoying! Overall dining experience was 3/5 stars. Food was a solid 4/5 stars. Service was 2.5/5 stars. There are so many Chinese food options now in Davis. Not sure what's up with the service, but they really need to step that up if they expect customers to keep coming back.

Tim’s Hawaiian BBQ

3.9

(80 reviews)

I reorder from here very often and I love the Grilled Salmon with rice and Mac salad. It's…read moresomething I often crave because the fish is very fresh and not fishy and is crispy...plus they make the best rice and Mac salad! It's a really good deal for the portion size. I have had other items as well such as the BBQ beef, the BBQ chicken, short ribs and the chicken Katsu. Everything has been delicious!

Tim's hit the spot and is a great option for when you are hungry...or hangry!…read more PROS: - Spacious dining area with lots of tables - some daily specials with discounted prices - pretty clean - yummy in the tummy - customization options, like 2 scoops of rice+1 scoop of mac salad OR 2 scoops of mac salad+1 scoop of rice - huge portions of protein (ie, my teriyaki chicken plate came with 2.5 large pieces of chicken vs another restaurant's 1 piece!) CONS: - prices are a little high - the wait for the food was oddly long considering how few customers were inside/not busy it looked - the meat was not cut; the chicken arrived as giant slabs (not a huge deal, but it's just a detail I noticed because other places usually cut it before serving) Overall the cons are small things compared to the pros. The food was so delicious that my group all ate beyond what our stomachs were capable of eating because we wanted to eat more! Tim's is a great place to invest a little more for a big plate, and you'd have leftovers to eat for another meal (or two).

Hunan Style

4.3

(62 reviews)

Tastes good and cozy place! And they close late if you want to grab a drink at night this is the…read moreplace!

Amazing variety of traditional Chinese dishes that you don't easily find elsewhere. We shared a…read morecouple of dishes and some were really flavorful and exceptional. Ambiance and service are good, but not great. The dishes we tried were: - I12 Dan dan noodles: 5/5 super tasty and flavorful, but quite spicy - G2 Sautéed green beans: 5/5 simple but soooooo good! - D1 Griddle cooked fragnant cabbages and pork: 5/5 again pretty simple, but very tasty and well cooked! - E7 Hunan style sauteed beef: 5/5 excellent, so tender and juicy and well seasoned. - I3 Farmhouse stir fried pork with rice noodles: 4/5 very tasty, but the texture of the rice noodles were a bit too slippery for my taste. - E16 Ma Po Tofu: 4/5 the sauce was amazing, but the tofu texture was a bit too soft and strange for me. - G4 Shaoshan stir fried shredded potatoes: 3/5 I didn't have a problem with this, but didn't particularly enjoy them either. Not something to go for again. The potatoes are kind of half way cooked. - C1 Laotan boiled fish with pickled cabbage: 1/5 the fish itself was tasty, but the soup itself was super salty like drinking ocean water! I didn't like the taste of pickles in the soup either.

Dah Bao

4.6

(66 reviews)

My favorite boba teas are Jasmin milk tea and winter melon tea, both without added sugar. I also…read morelove their boba and various jellies.

Paste Thai

3.9

(124 reviews)

Still good. So spicy when the food was piping hot but mellowed and was great when it cooled.read more

It's chill, 3.5 stars. Might come back if I wanted Thai food in Davis w my family. Love the service…read moreand hope they succeed. Food is a tad salty for my taste. The mango salad was great, but the noodles in the noodle dish we got seemed like instant noodles. Curry had a very generic, maybe packaged taste, and to eat the leftovers the next day I had to add a lot of steamed veggies for it to not be too salty.

Jusco Japanese Restaurant

3.5

(408 reviews)

I like the low key vibe- feels like we are eating somewhere in a small town in Japan. Very mom and…read morepop. All you can eat. The tempura vegan roll was ok, but the others were pretty good. I gave 4 stars also because there was a hair in my son's wonton soup, and because of the vegan tempura roll, otherwise, customer service was good, we enjoyed ourselves.

Very interesting hole-in-wall spot in Downtown Davis. Didn't get the AYCE but it looks like a…read morereally good deal! The food was satisfactory and reflected the price. They offer a discount if you pay in cash too. Good spot for a night out with friends on a budget. Food 4/5 : The Katsu Curry was very delicious and a ridiculously large portion for just $14! Didn't get to try much sushi or raw fish. Service: Don't feel like I can give a fair rating because most small-scale Asian restaurants like these have a different service culture than the typical "American" restaurant. No complaints. They were respectful. Ambiance 2/5: It's a pretty run-down restaurant. It's a very cramped and narrow building with tattered seats. Chairs were stacked up in the middle of the eating area. Unfortunately it's hard to appear 100% clean with an old space like this. I would probably go back for the AYCE and try all their appetizers and sushi.

Spring Garden Restaurant