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    Pacific Restaurant

    3.3 (150 reviews)
    InexpensiveChinese, Noodles
    Open • 10:30 am - 7:50 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    PACIFIC RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Menu 11/17/24
    Mark A.

    Been going here for years for the fried chicken skin. So good and good prices. Very friendly owners. Open everyday except Monday. No more buffet. It's take out only since Covid.

    Salt and pepper shrimp
    Benito K.

    I don't know why this place only has 3 stars. I live in the area and I've tried every Chinese food place in the area and this is the best place for American style Chinese food. Hands don't the best Chinese food in in the top of the hill area!!!

    Delicious!

    I came here for the first time on Lunar Chinese New Year while walking my dog and this place saved my family dinner! The food was delicious, the portions were generous, the wait was quick, and the lady was so sweet and delightful! I wish I knew about this place sooner but I'll be coming back very often from here on out! So happy and lucky that I found my neighborhood Chinese to go spot

    Ma Po Tofu
    Dexter D.

    Family dinner and we wanted an assortment of Americanized Cantonese dishes for five adults and three toddlers. One of the kids as a food allergy to shrimp so no shrimp tonight! The restaurant is clean, the servers wear uniforms and are friendly. We ordered more food than we needed and almost managed to finish it. There certainly wasn't enough to take anything home. Deep Fried Chicken Wings - 4 - Served hot out of the fryer. Didn't look like much but good flavor. Potstickers - 3 - Pretty much run of the mill. Not bad, not great. Mu Shu Vegetables - 4 - The filling was fresh and flavorful. The wrappers could have been warmer but they worked. Sweet & Sour Pork - 5 - Breaded Cubes of Pork deep fried served with a sweet & sour sauce, bell peppers, onions and carrots. Very yum. Catfish on Sizzling Platter - 5 - a nice variation from beef cubes or prawns on sizzling platter. Pork Egg Foo Young - 5 - I'm not sure that I've ever ordered Egg Foo Young as an adult. We always make fun of people who order it but this version was actually very good! It wasn't loaded with bean sprouts and the flavors were quite good. Tomato Beef Chow Mein - 3 - I really miss Chinese restaurants that have super hot burners under their woks. You need that heat so you can properly stir-fry foods without steaming them. When I was a kid, I remember the noodles, tomatoes, bell peppers and onions all had some char marks on them. No, they weren't burn't, just slightly charred, which changes the flavor slightly and adds texture. Oysters in Clay Pot - 4 - Lots of ginger and onions and I believe there was some daikon on the bottom. Very flavorful. Ma Po Tofu with Pork - 4 - Chinese Soul Food! All you need is a bowl of hot rice. Everyone was satisfied with our food. Even mom had few complaints and she's a professional!

    Oyster bowl. Ok , not a lot of extra stuff in it like other places.  $14-15; only 5 pieces
    Julia L.

    Don't be fooled like us!! Says "Grand Opening", but they're just re-opening after ripping out carpets or something else worse maybe like cleaning up after getting shut down? The moment we walked in, there seemed to be an awkward vibe. We walked in and got weird stares from everyone. Seems like only non-Asians eat here. We were the only Asians the entire time. We only came here because we live super close & thought they finally changed owners. When we first moved here we already tried their place & thought it was gross. Don't expect a smile from the waitresses, a mug face is what you'd get. (Maybe because we're Asians though). The one that serves us seems confused. The only recommendation she made, was a Fail. We were recommended walnuts prawns which is a popular dish in Chinese restaurants. How can something so simple be messed up? Stale walnuts and not so fresh prawns. Why would any decent restaurant serve stale walnuts? It's not like the place was cheap either. That dish was $14. Rice was $6 for 4 people. Usually Chinese restaurants that charge would be $1/person. At one point I was taking photos for yelp & she came out & ask if the food is good. We said the walnuts are stale and the prawns aren't fresh. She said "Oh".. and walked away. LOL. Why do you bother even asking if you don't plan to do anything about it when it's bad? If you can't do anything to fix the dish, at least discount us or something... or maybe from that moment she just realize or decided that we're not gonna be their customers ever again. Didn't even bother asking my parents if they want the food to be packed. We paid for it, we'd like to take something back even if we're not gonna eat it. It's just regular manners to ask. Most places just ask us themselves if we want anything packed, but not here. They cancelled one of our orders that she recommended which was a fish dish that never came. My dad asked for the bill, and that was that. They didn't even bother telling us that she cancelled the fish or ask us if maybe we still wanted it. Just billed us. So, I guess she didn't even have fish. Too bad this place has let us down, because we really do live so close and we always drive past this place when we go out to eat somewhere else. Love to eat close, but it's just THAT bad the vibe, the emptiness, the awkwardness, the strange service. Owners at this place, if you're reading my review... don't hold a grudge for my honesty, but think about what you can CHANGE to make it better, to get more customers, to gain more popularity. It's not about the cost, because people still go to expensive places, but you just have to be worth that price. I know it's tough owning a restaurant and all, just try to look at the successful places. To be fair, the egglant dish was decent but it's suppose to be "Spicy Eggplant". It's not spicy at all. We also requested less oil but it seems to be oilier than the Eggplant of other reviewers. The fish fried in lumps & the oyster pot dish is ok too. I went home to eat instant noodles. True story.

    The Foo dog
    Edwin R.

    It goes to show you, "Never judge a book by it's cover!" This place looks rather questionable from the outside, but once you get inside, you even say to yourself, should I even sit down... but once you actually taste their food, everything else that you had thought off, erased, gone, history!! I was here for a private party. While I was skeptical with each guest served on a buffet style, by the time I got back to my table and took my first bite of their homemade Pot Stickers, it was legit y'all..... it was "freakin" delicious! And take it from someone who have traveled to China many times especially, to the Southern Province of Guangzhou where each restaurants battle for the best pot stickers of their life!! I was also surprised to taste that their Seafood Fried Rice was really, really good!! It was so flavorful that I had to have seconds. I'm not even a fried rice guy either!! All in all, I love Pacific Restaurant's flavorful taste, and down to earth hole-in-the-wall ambiance. It reminded me of places I've eaten in Taisan, China, where regardless which restaurant I went to, everything was flavorful! Until then, be kind to one another and Cheers! ~ :p

    Cem K.

    I've been here once before and it...was... horrendous. Fast forward 8 years? And many reopenings I gave it a second shot after 2, count 2 separate people tell me that it's actually good after the most recent reopening. We went for lunch for their $9.50 buffet. Sounds scary....being under $10 but it really was decent! As a Chinese American, I've never had an eggfooyoung? But my brother schooled me on what that was and I had my very first one at Pacific restaurant. Not bad. They had about 12-15 items, not a lot but well worth the $9.50 that we spent with the great service. Something as simple as giving us more napkins or refilling our tea without asking makes me feel valued and happy.

    AYCE lunch buffet is now $9.50.

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    10 months ago

    Ginger beef won ton soup (off menu item) is so comforting. Friendly staff. Appears to be to go only.

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    1 year ago

    There out family restaurant for years. Thank you for the great customer service and amazing service and food

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    Food is okay- sometimes it's not as tasty and other times it's Great! They only get it to go- but it's worth it

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    1 year ago

    I love their food!! The service is excellent!! Been a customer for years. Wish they were still open for sit in !!!

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    This has been our family's go to ever since they were in their old location near the Daly City DMV. I recommend the chicken skins!!

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    Do they still offer a lunch buffet?

    No. They are also not sure if and when lunch buffet will be back.

    Hello you can now eat in side the restaurant?

    Not at this time. To-go only. Asked when dine in will be allowed and she said she's not sure yet.

    Is there any lunch buffet going on here?

    No. They are also not sure if and when lunch buffet will be back.

    Do they still offer lunch buffet?

    No. They are also not sure if and when lunch buffet will be back.

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    4.3(415 reviews)
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    My husband ordered takeout from here because a friend had recommended it. But probably should have…read morechecked reviews and photos as it's only a few items that seem to be on repeat. We ordered Korean chicken wings - the sauce was extra starchy and thick. Flavor was lackluster. The wing itself was fine, good size. Peking pork chop - oh man this...was so disappointing. It tasted soo strongly of a vinegar tart flavor and again very starchy thick sauce. Both items were sooo off in flavor. I ate to eat, but bleh sadly they were both not good. Maybe we'll try the favorites next time but I'm staying away for now.

    The beef was pretty good and the barbecue pork was okay. But the barbecue pork had a little bit of…read morean aftertaste, and there was one piece of beef that was actually cold in the middle so I suspect it was cooked from frozen and they hadn't fully heated all of it up internally. The server was helpful, talking about all our allergy concerns, but in the end, my friend with a seafood allergy. They let us know there is just a little bit of oyster sauce, which is not too bad for my friend. But they still felt a little bit of tingling so we suspect there was more oyster sauce in the food than they let on. The restaurant was pretty empty, but it sometimes still took a little longer to get the server's attention, maybe because there are a lot of takeout orders. The restaurant is pretty nice inside and has plenty of seating, but there were a few tables with random stuff piled on them so maybe they were reorganizing or something

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    3.3(287 reviews)
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    Replacing our local favorite, King Wah, Ming Yuan seems to basically be the same thing. Known for…read moretheir dim sum in the morning/afternoon, they also have a dinner menu/set, although I'd still say it's best for dim sum. The restaurant itself is relatively clean, large, and upscale, decent for parties or events, or for small families. Order off the paper menu by marking what you want, as they no longer wheel the dim sum carts around (they might carry around some popular items). They've got a wide selection of items, but everything's in English with pictures, and most of the staff speak some English. Prices are expensive, but not more than most other dim sum places. I don't think they make anything particularly noteworthy, so no recommendations there, but everything is pretty tasty, so I don't think you can go wrong either. (I do recommend the heung pin/jasmine tea though, as it's floral and light, which contrast with the oily and sweet items on the menu). I'd recommend avoiding the weekend rush, since lines and parking will be issues. Or, if you're like my family, arrive at opening.

    It's a good sign when there's a line waiting for a restaurant to open. Ming Yuan had such a line on…read morea Sunday morning and we enjoyed the dim sum brunch. Highlights: French Style Baked BBQ Buns-enjoy at the restaurant, not so great to take home Supreme Soy Sauce Chow Mein-decent "wok hei" Midlights (not really a lowlight, lol): Pan Fried Scallion Crepes-a tad dry and not as flavorful Sponge cake-not too fluffy Pan Fried XO noodles-lacks crispness that we enjoy Overall, a nice place to enjoy dim sum. Parking can be challenging, but they have a sign saying it's okay to park in the Westlake Shopping lot (if you enjoy walking up a hill before you eat). Thanks!

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    Suily's Cafe is a small "hole-in-the-wall" type place that offers an extensive menu with affordable…read moreprices. My family and I had lunch here on a Saturday. There's only 8-10 tables, with one large table. I was told this place only has one waiter/ cashier. So you need to bring your patience when you eat at Suily's Cafe. I spotted something on the menu I just had to try......"Hong Tao Yee Won Ton Soup." It is rare to find this style of Won Ton Soup in a Chinese restaurant. But Suily's Cafe has a unique way to serve it. They serve the hot soup and the deep fried won ton dumplings separately. You add them as you eat, and they stay crispy. The thick soup was loaded with egg, tofu, cilantro, mushrooms, and green onion. OMG, the soup was boiling HOT! I had to gently sip it. Then gradually I added the crispy won tons. Wow, the ten dumplings loaded the bowl. These plump won tons and the thick soup made for a satisfying meal. Price: $12.00, serves 1-2 ppl. Yes, I would definitely return if I was in the area. Note: The restroom is way in the back, pass the kitchen. Meter parking on the street. There's a Walgreen's shopping plaza across the street. Located at San Pedro Rd & Reiner St, near the Colma BART Station,

    Some restaurants become neighborhood landmarks because they're trendy…read more Others earn that title simply by showing up every day, serving great food, and quietly becoming part of people's lives. Siuly's Cafe is proudly the second kind. This oldie-but-goodie has been feeding Daly City for years, proving that you don't need reclaimed wood walls, Edison bulbs, or avocado foam to win loyal customers. You simply need to serve good food...consistently Walk through the doors and you'll quickly notice something...the regulars. Whether ordering take out, reading the morning paper, or catching up with friends over coffee...the entire dining room reflects Daly City locals throughout and then some. With plenty that don't even need a menu because the staff already knows what they're ordering. That's when you know you've found a true neighborhood institution. The menu is a wonderful blend of American breakfast favorites, comforting diner classics, and Chinese café specialties. It's the kind of place where one table is enjoying pancakes and bacon while the next is happily digging into chow mein or a hearty rice plate. And somehow...it all makes perfect sense. If you're visiting for the first time, here's a little advice. Order the Salt and Pepper Pork Chop Then order the Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings And while you're at it, don't overlook the Salt and Pepper Rock Cod See the trend here? Apparently, whoever is in charge of the salt-and-pepper seasoning deserves their own parking space. Each dish arrives perfectly seasoned with a crisp, golden exterior while remaining wonderfully tender inside. The seasoning is simple, balanced, and incredibly addictive--the kind of flavor that convinces you to keep reaching for "just one more bite" until the plate mysteriously empties itself. The portions are generous without being overwhelming, the prices remain refreshingly reasonable, and every meal carries the comforting familiarity of food that's been prepared thousands of times--with pride and consistency. This isn't food that's trying to impress social media. It's food that's trying to make your day a little better. Mission accomplished. What I appreciate most about Siuly's Cafe is its authenticity. It doesn't pretend to be something it's not. It's simply a welcoming neighborhood café where good coffee, hearty meals, friendly service, and familiar faces come together to create something that's becoming increasingly rare. Consistency In a world where restaurants constantly reinvent themselves, Siuly's Cafe reminds us that sometimes the best recipe is simply continuing to do what you do exceptionally well. By the end of my meal, I completely understood why so many people keep coming back. Some restaurants earn customers while places like Siuly's Cafe earn generations. Overall: 4.5 stars. Honest food, generous portions, friendly service, and the kind of timeless neighborhood charm that's becoming harder to find. Whether it's breakfast, lunch, or one of their outstanding salt-and-pepper specialties, Siuly's Cafe continues to serve Daly City the way it always has--with consistency, value, and plenty of heart. Come hungry...and Go Big!!!

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    5.25.26 around 4pm…read more I've heard great things about this place, other than the rat falling from the ceiling onto a woman's shoulder incident. I finally made it here and the place was empty. That's not a good sign but I thought it was because I came after the lunchtime crowd and before the dinner crowd. During my time in here, a handful of other people came in to eat. I dug into each dish before snapping a photo. I like that they serve dim sum all day and night long. Each employee that I came into contact with were friendly from the beginning to end of my visit. They use MSG and I know this because I've been so thirsty even hours after eating here. I ordered: Baked pork buns (3 pieces)- 2.5 out of 10. There was a good pork to bun ratio. There was a funny taste that I can't describe. I've had many pork buns in my life and this was pretty bad. Chicken feet (4 pieces)- 6 out of 10. It had a good texture but I've had better. Turnip cake (lo bak go 3 pieces)- 8 out of 10. This tastes exactly like other places, though a bit smaller in size. Sesame ball with red bean (3 balls)- 6 out of 10. These aren't oily like at other restaurants. Hubby said it tasted too healthy. There was only a tiny bit of red bean filling inside. The mochi was bouncy and great. Would I go back? Unfortunately, it's a no for me. Parking- free parking in the plaza.

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    Spicy House - dry fried wings $16

    Spicy House

    4.3(342 reviews)
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    True to their name Spicy House, the spicy dishes are good. We had the green onion pancake $9, spicy…read morecabbage $13, pot stickers $7, dry fried wings $16, Szechuan spicy fish $20, dan dan noodle $12, cumeng pork ribs $17. The stand out dishes were the dry fried wings and the Szechuan spicy fish $20. The wings were crispy with a semi-sweet spicy sauce. The Szechuan spicy fish came in this oily stew. It was a numbing dish. Caused by peppercorns and chilis, this phenomenon is known as Szechuan numbness (málà) where your taste receptors get confused. Service was slow as the staff was busy with to-go and in house customers. The food came out in a reasonable amount of time. The restaurant was 80% full on a Friday night.

    I slept on this spot for the longest and finally stopped by. Now I'm kicking myself in the butt for…read morewaiting so long... Came for a late lunch on a Saturday. The staff were really nice and helpful when it came to recommendations. They informed us that their version of the San Tung dried style chicken wings were very popular, but we weren't in the mood for San Tung wings. The male waiter even told me that he use to work at San Tungs for 13yrs, so I wonder if he brought the recipe over... Below is the spread and everything smacked! The Spread - Complimentary Veggie Egg Rolls, Minced Pork Basil Chow Fun, Szechuan Spicy Chicken Wings, & Crispy Garlic Pork Chops I def will be back to try other items!

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    Canton Dim Sum & Seafood Restaurant - Tomato Beef Pan-Fried Crispy Noodle

    Canton Dim Sum & Seafood Restaurant

    3.4(257 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    •$$

    After a dental appointment, we needed lunch. Mom wanted take-out but I want her to get out of the…read morehouse as much as possible. There were only two tables in use when we walked in. Another guest was waiting for their take-out order. One server working the front of the house. Service was minimal but efficient at the same time. She brought us everything we asked for immediately. The menu is fairly large, but we still managed to order variations of dishes not listed on the menu. Most Chinese restaurants will accommodate a guest request so long as they have the ingredients and they know how to compose the dish. How they work out the pricing may be something else. At the table immediately behind my mom, I heard the guest ordering a Hot & Sour Soup, add Won Ton. One of my favorite mash-ups! We ended up having a very nice conversation over lunch. Of course, we ordered the same soup and the price they charged was a reasonable $16.95. I've had some places try to charge me for two soups which I think is ridiculous. We also ordered a Seafood Chow Mein and a Chicken Dry Fried Chow Fun with Yau Chow Sum. All three dishes came out nice and hot. The flavors were on point very satisfying. I goofed and didn't a picture of the Chow Fun because it came out last and I was already tucking into my Chow Mein. Mom enjoyed it so we'll be back!

    Got the broccoli beef with fried rice. The beef was nice and tender, and the broccoli and carrots…read morewere cooked perfectly and not too hard or too soft, just right. The fried rice was pretty basic, nothing crazy, but it did the job. The salt & pepper prawns were probably the biggest letdown. They were way too salty for me. I only ate about 3 of them before I had to stop. The restaurant itself is pretty spacious with plenty of seating. I also liked the paintings and artwork on the windows. Overall, decent food, but I'd definitely skip the salt & pepper prawns next time. Service was decent. They checked in at the beginning and end of the meal. I'd for sure come back to try some other dishes.

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    Koi Palace

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    3.4(4k reviews)
    2.7 mi
    •$$$

    I was pleasantly surprised to quickly find a parking spot without circling the lot. But, despite…read moremaking reservations and confirming days in advance, the receptionist made us wait in line for a number. That said, the wait was only a few minutes for a 1:00 PM Friday lunch. I can live with that. We were shown to a middle table surrounded by other diners, but able to sit comfortably without bumping into anyone. We could get in and out of our seats without doing gymnastics or mortal combat - a problem in the past here. The ambience was festive without being explosively loud. Wce could actually hold meaningful conversation - such a lovely surprise! The furnishings could have done with some upgrading (carpets and decor felt a bit shabby). But the lighting was comfortable - I was grateful not to have glaring fluorescent fixtures illuminating us and the food. Service was unusually attentive, as I was accustomed to being abandoned by wait staff after putting in our orders in the past. I suspect they recognized our guests, two prominent and beloved retired local politicians. The variety and creativity of their dim sum was the best I've tasted in years. No ubiquitous dumpling fillings here! No gummy gravies or sauces. Each flavor was distinct, unique and scrumptious. Two rice roll dishes were the standouts. One had green spinach in the rice noodle and a crunchy, but chewy texture with the shrimp filling. The cha siu roll was generously filled and included a light sauce reminiscent of that used in cha siu bows. Every dish was fresh, sporting beautiful vibrant colors, with delicious sauces for each item. Servings were generous and satisfying. The roast duck was to die for and quickly devoured. After a hideous dinner banquet here years ago, (overpriced, slow and bad service, food served cold with sauces congealed, days-old rock cod passed off as "live from the tank", lobsters too tough to cut or eat), I had avoided coming back to Koi Palace until this current meal. Thankfully, this experience restored my faith and I will be returning more often. I am glad, because I've been following the chefs / owners for decades and admired their food since their Happy Valley hot pot days at Levi Plaza. Long live Koi Palace! I'm glad I gave it another chance.

    My parents wanted to have dim sum here after going to the Serramonte Farmers Market. I was…read morereluctant since we didn't have a resy (not sure why it says "Seated via Yelp Reservations"...)and it was a Saturday, but they really wanted to go. It ended up being a 1 hour wait, which was definitely not worth it. Our order: Tea: $2.00/person (香片 Jasmine Jade) +Tea pot was kept over a candle, so it stayed warm throughout our meal. -Tea bags, not loose leaf tea 濃香咖啡骨 Espresso Ribs: $13.80 +Bone-in riblets were succulent on the inside. +Thick glaze was full of coffee flavor -They were left too long in the fryer b/c they were dry on the outside 生煎灌湯包 Pan Seared Soup Filled Pork Buns (4 pcs): $12.80 +Thin skins encasing juicy pork fillings: Better execution than the XLB +Black & white sesame seeds added a fragrant toasty flavor. -Considering "pan seared" was in the name, the bottom was soft and not crispy. -Inconsistent quality: 1 of them had no soup, while the rest of them did 韭菜猪红 Pork Blood with Chives: $7.80 +Large portion +Pork blood was silky smooth and not chalky +Perfectly seasoned -Skimped on chives 鮮蝦腸粉 Shrimp Rice Roll: $9.80 +Shrimp were large and plump -Rice noodles were thin and gummy 六彩小籠包 Six Guys XLB (6 pcs): $13.80 Paprika & chicken, Red beet & beef, Spinach & kale, Squid ink & black truffle, Turmeric & crab roe, Regular & pork +Fillings were juicy. -The XLB at Koi Palace used to be AMAZING, so these were disappointing. They were deflated and lukewarm, which was a bad sign. Once we picked them up, they tore, so it seems like they're not made fresh anymore. In addition, even though the wrappers supposedly have different flavors, they weren't noticeable. 鹵水鴨舌 Soy Marinated Duck Tongue: $13.80 +Large portion +Marinated soy beans were cooked through and seasoned well -Salty Side notes: 1.) Hot water is $1.00/person 2.) Automatic 18% service charge 3.) Large lot w/free parking *Verdict: With its expansion, I think the quality of their dim sum has gone down.

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    Koi Palace
    Koi Palace
    Koi Palace - Dim Sum!

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    Dim Sum!

    Tai Yuan

    Tai Yuan

    3.5(302 reviews)
    3.8 mi
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    We (18 of us) came here for a family dim sum lunch without reservations at 11am on a Saturday and…read morewas lucky enough to be seated at 2 large tables. They are located in a strip mall near several different food places, bakery, and a bowling alley. This is a solid dim sum place, with no frills and reasonable prices. You order off a printed menu that's in Chinese with tiny English subtitles. You can also order off their regular menu if you want to supplement the dim sum dishes. Their food is very good, and some dishes were excellent. The service was pretty quick, and before we knew it, all our dishes were out with almost no room on the lazy Susan. The standouts for me were: + Steamed custard buns (piggy buns) - I ordered these for the kiddies, but dang they are so good. The custard filling is so velvety, it's almost like pudding. I think I detected a hint of coconut too - yum. + Beef chow fun - this had a really good wok flavor and the noodles were less wide than most. The noodles didn't clump either, and the bean sprouts were still crispy. + Roasted pork belly - the skin was so crispy and the pork was juicy. We ordered most of the basic dishes like har gaw, sui mai, noodle rolls, turnip cake, stuffed eggplant, chicken feet, etc. and they were all above average. My only complaint is if you don't read Chinese, the menu is a little hard to navigate. The English subtitles are so small that if you're looking for something, you have to scan the front and back of the menu trying to find the item. I was looking for sticky rice in lotus leaf, but found sticky rice roll and thought it was the same thing. It wasn't. The sticky rice roll was not bad, but I found the rice drier than when it's in lotus leaf. We ordered a few things by mistake because the English subtitles were not that descriptive. Overall, a great alternative to more popular places like Koi Palace. The menu may not be as creative as Koi, but you don't have to deal with the lines and you still get great food.

    Came to Tai Yuan for lunch on a Friday and was pleasantly surprised by how smooth everything went…read more We were a party of three and there was no wait--we were promptly seated and given a high chair. The dim sum menu was extensive, and they also had daily specials. Everything we ordered came out hot, fresh, and in a reasonable amount of time. One of the staff came around with a tray of baked goods immediately upon seated. We tried the BBQ Pork pastry, and it was flaky, flavorful, and just the right amount of sweet and savory--definitely recommend that one. Overall, we enjoyed almost everything we ordered. The only miss for us was one of the fried fish dishes and the green onion mantou, which was just okay. Would we come back? Absolutely. The service was efficient, the portions generous, and the food solid. Great spot if you're looking for dim sum that delivers on quality without the usual weekend chaos.

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    Tai Yuan - This is the beef I Shabu at home with.

    This is the beef I Shabu at home with.

    Tai Yuan - Big clams with vermicelli and garlic

    Big clams with vermicelli and garlic

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    Pacific Restaurant - chinese - Updated September 2026

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