Wow. Definitely a hidden gem. I discovered this place with the SGV passport and it was SOOO worth…read moreit. We got the Cha cheesesteak fries and oh my god it was HUGE. I'd definitely recommend sharing because i was so full and barely finished half I live the service. The girl that serve us was so nice! The store was empty at the beginning but it picked up a lot after lunch. I'd come back!

Cha Cafe has quickly risen to the top of my list for favorite spots. It's located in a quiet strip…read moremall, and is probably 1 of 2 places that can get busy - the other one being a brunch place. It's super unassuming - from the outside, you could not tell how cute/clean it is on the inside. Service is top notch here, and they have games and plenty of seating each time I've come. You order at the front and pay, and then take a seat. They have such a large variety of things - from drinks and baked goods to rice bowls or cheese steak fries. The last time we came, we got the cheese streak fries, a grilled chicken bowl, and a strawberry matcha latte. All were top notch! What was really cute too, was that the chef or server noticed we had our toddler and actually came out to warn us that the sauce might be a bit spicy with the chicken. We told him oh it's probably fine he can just eat around it, and he came out with a small bowl of rice so that we could separate out the chicken and our toddler could eat it! They completely won me over with that extra touch. They're open early (like 9am for a non brunch place) and the few times I've come in the morning for a drink, it's been pretty empty - so I really hope it was a fluke and they get plenty of business in other hours. I have also come around 7pm and seen most of the seats filled with people either working or eating/hanging out. Their baked goods are also really good (I think they are made there, but not certain!). Bonus: they have a large connect 4 outside that my toddler loves to play with and there should be plenty of parking in the small plaza, especially later in the day.

A great neighborhood find for cafe / diner food and since new owner took over more Mexican choices…read more Owner's journey was quite a story as he stated as line cook and now owns it. :) Love their lunch special chicken potpie. Kiddos order burger, chicken noodle and I've also had their avocado blt Friendly service Warm atmosphere Good food A gem in SGV when hotpots, Shabu's, ramen, dumplings, beef noodle soups etc. are too abundant around us.

Look, do yourself a favor, walk into a Marie Callender's order a pot pie, and then a slice of their…read morepies, and then ask yourself why you've been spending a crazy amount of money at this place. The food here is over priced and lacking taste. The pastry they use for their pot pies and sweet pies is like eating card board. Don't get me started about their use of canned vegetables and what appears to be powdered potatoes, and if they are not, congratulations on recreating powdered potatoes while using real ones. I'm guessing there are a few nursing home residents who enjoy them. Finally for choosing their restaurant to spend your hard earned money in, they reward you with a 3% charge when you use a credit card, which restaurants have always absorbed as a courtesy to the customers who choose their restaurant to eat at. I've worked in the restaurant industry for over 50 years. When you start nickel and dimming your customers every time they eat at your restaurant, when you are already treating them to the cheapest food products, let's face it, are you actually still in business? Sorry, but we are done with this place!

Comfort food. Their seafood pancake is my fav. Best for company get together. Family party . Their…read moreappetizer is special. Short waiting time.

We arrived on Wednesday at 6 PM and were the only customers there. It's a nice and comfortable…read morerestaurant tucked away in a little hidden lot in Temple City. After placing our order, the sides came out, and I will say they were tasty and plentiful. (6 full sides!) Now for the food, we loved it. I got these. Brisket Seolleongtang - It was tasty, hearty, and refreshing. It does need salt since it was pretty plain, but personally I like it that way because I can adjust the saltiness to my own preference. (4.5/5) Galbi Seolleongtang - A must-get because the galbi was so tender and flavorful. Easily the best galbi I've had, hands down. (5/5) Overall, the service was really good and the food was solid. Loved both the sides and the food. Parking - Nice, empty lot right in front.

Came across Kyuramen on my way to work! Definitely made the…read moreright choice to stop by and check it out! We've been back a few times now and never been disappointed! We tried the deep fried gyoza and pan fried gyoza 10/10 recommend! They have a few unique ramens like the Korean kimchi ramen and yin yang bowl! A must try if you love kimchi! Tbaar never disappoints as well! A lot of yummy drinks ranging from milk teas and smoothies! Whenever I stop by the amazing black milk tea is definitely my go to! Can't wait to try some of the other items on their menu!

Kyu, as in Japanese for 9. Ramen, as in Japanese for ramen. Honestly I've tried pretty much…read moreeverything here, and the omu rice with curry is the thing that puts this place on the map. The ramen isn't better than Ramen Nagi, not better than Daikoluya, not better than Shinsengumi, and the list goes on. The skewers are thick, dry, tough, tasteless. The rice burger becomes a sloppy mess. The omu rice though? That is on point! Omu rice (5/5) Perfectly prepped football shaped gooey omelette that bleeds over your fried rice when cut, paired with probably Vermont brand curry sauce. Like, even if it was store bought instant curry, the biggest thing about this, is the egg. If you ever tried to make Omurice yourself, you'll gain a full and proper appreciation of this dish. Egg, fried rice, curry, that's all there is to this, but... Getting that liquidty gooey-ness, I've had a hard time finding it anywhere else, and for that reason, this place gets 5/5. I'd caution my readers to level set their expectations for everything else, and also take note of just how many people have Omurice on their tables, if you don't have at least that, you're doing it wrong. I hope you guys enjoy this place as much as I did!

I've never had mac nut pancakes before and was dreaming for months about trying them. When I had my…read morefirst bite, that exceeded all my expectations!! Already planning my next visit :) Clean interior, quick service, order and pay up front and choose your own seats! TIP: ADD $4 FOR A SIDE OF BANANA MAC NUT PANCAKES TO YOUR CHIMICHURRI STEAK Chimichurri steak with 2 fried eggs and 2 banana macadamia nut pancakes: 5/5. I'm always conflicted between sweet or savory for breakfast, but this solves all my problems. The banana mac nut pancakes were perfect - so fluffy, not too sweet, so many bits of macadamia. Chimichurri steak was yummy, but I'll try ordering it medium rare next time if they allow me to. All this for $24 is such a steal. Chicken katsu with rice and mac salad: 5/5. Bouncy, snappy pieces of chicken that are not dry at all. Seasoned so well!

7/10 - The restaurant wasn't hard to find, but parking is limited. Luckily, we were able to find…read moreparking easily, though I wouldn't say the same on a busy day. 7/10 First Impression - The restaurant looked clean, but there were no booths available. The cashier at the front was friendly, welcoming, and patient while we looked over the menu. Now let's get down to business... the food! 8/10 Banana OREO Pancakes Great pancakes ! You'd think it would be overwhelmingly sweet, but it wasn't at all. The pancake batter itself was fluffy, moist, buttery... just perfect. 5/10 Crab Omelette lt wasn't dry and had a buttery flavor, but something about the crab tasted fishy.The spinach and mushrooms are great.Just not my cup of tea. 4/10 PotatoesThe potatoes on the side were cooked perfectly and cut into large pieces, which I liked. However, I felt they lacked seasoning. After a few bites, you kind of get over it. 6/10 Mexican Iced Chocolate Pretty straight forward tasted like a light chocolate.More like milk with a whisper of Mexican chocolate. 6/10 Pineapple Juice Refreshing and tasted freshly made. You could tell because of the pulp. Only Complaint:They forgot our pineapple juice, and when the server was about to bring it over, the cashier stopped them and said, "Wait, come over here! Let me see!" Then once he saw us, he said, "Okay..."We had gotten our food to go received the food no pineapple juice. A few min before we got the Whisper... chocolate. On a hot day, waiting for drinks? Not cool. Total: Over $50 for 2 people.The portions are large, but for the quality and presentation, I'd say it's a bit overpriced. Would I recommend it? Yes...

I recently discovered Seoul Alley, a Korean restaurant I hadn't been to before, even though it's…read morebeen open for a while. From the moment I walked in, it didn't quite feel like a typical Korean restaurant--but in the best way. The atmosphere was incredibly welcoming, and the service was outstanding. I had made a reservation for a table, but I ended up sitting at the bar--and I'm so glad I did. The people around me were so friendly, and the bartender and waitstaff went above and beyond. The food was delicious--especially the boneless wings. They were garlicky, just a bit spicy, with a perfect crispy outside and tender inside. Honestly, it wasn't just the food--it was the whole experience. I can't wait to go back!

This place is an absolute vibe. I came here back before they were Seoul Alley, when they still had…read morepizza and wings. Food: 5/5 Their food features really yummy Korean bar foods like wings, ramen, fries, etc. that pair really nicely with their drinks. I really liked their zucchini fries and their rose tteokbokki. Their wings are not as flavorful as we'd like but it was decent none the less. Their drinks are also really good, but they are on the sweeter side. I really liked their specialty cocktails because they put their own little spin on traditional well drinks. Service: 5/5 There is a ton of seating here. We got seated pretty quickly when we got in. Our server was super chill and described all the drinks to us. Our food all came out pretty quickly. Ambiance: 5/5 This place and downtown Monrovia in general is a really chill spot to be at. They have plenty of parking. There is plenty of seating and a really cool bar right when you walk in. I will definitely come back to this place to grab cheap drinks with friends.

I was visiting the area and my friend recommended this place for dinner. We came around 7pm on a…read moreSaturday and it wasn't too crowded. By the time we started eating, it was beginning to pack up inside. The ambiance was chill and the service was pretty standard for an Asian restaurant. Servers don't check in unless you call them over, nothing over the top. I ordered the baked chicken over tomato sauce and cheese. It was amazing, I'm still thinking about it days later! The tomato sauce was super flavorful without being crazy strong or tomato-forward. The cheese was baked perfectly on top, leaving a nice crispy texture but still chewy and stringy at the same time. I would definitely come back!

On my first attempt to try HK Macau Bistro I went around 10am, the parking lot and street parking…read morenearby was full, and I saw a large crowd waiting at the entrance. I was too hungry to wait but I decided to come back nice and early. At my 8:30am visit I was able to be selective in their parking lot and no wait to be seated. Yay! I love the interior décor. The table had dominos underneath the glass, the dishes and utensils had lucky auspicious affirmations. I'm all for the positive vibes this early in the morning. Staff are incredibly quick and efficient. They are really on top of it. I think they really have to be in order to meet the demand of the busy crowd. I was excited for the breakfast specials since I love breakfast foods. I can eat it all day! The breakfast combos come with your choice of drink. Cold drinks are an extra $1. After looking at some photos on Yelp and some helpful Q&A with my waitress, I decided on their Breakfast Combo D. Porkchop & Egg Pineapple Bun with Dried Scallop Congee ($13.99) and I opted for the Iced Lemon Tea ($1 cold drink upgrade). What a deal!! I also added a side order of the Fried Dough Stick ($3.50) or also known as the crueler or Chinese donut since I like to have it with my congee. It wasn't needed from a portion perspective but I just like it. The food came out quickly, the congee first and then the fried dough stick and porkchop & egg pineapple bun. What a feast! The ladies at the lady next to me were so excited at my spread they asked me what I got. They thought I was really pro but it was actually just my first visit. Inside the pineapple bun there was a fried egg, porkchop, tomato, lettuce, and sauce. It was a huge sandwich. This is one of the bigger pineapple buns I see and it was well stuffed. The amount of food I ordered was enough to feed 2 people. The congee was really subtle. I didn't get the fried scallop that is in the name... I would just perceive it as a plain congee. The fried dough stick was oily and didn't taste too fresh. I probably won't order it next time. Nevertheless a still overall fabulous meal. My tea was refilled before I had the chance to ask. When I asked for the check, they knew to bring me togo containers without me having to ask too. Very smart service! I had a great meal here and I will definitely come back if I wake up early enough to come at opening.

Flavorful Peruvian food with an excellent variety! The customer service was great as well.read more

"An Absolute Flavor Explosion!" If you are looking for…read moreauthentic flavors and high-quality comfort food, look no further. We have been coming here regularly, and this place never misses. The Highlights: * The Wings: These are a must-order. They are perfectly crispy and tossed in a rich, creamy, and slightly spicy sauce that is topped with fresh cilantro. The balance of heat and herb is perfection. * Lomo Saltado: One of the best versions I've ever had. The beef is tender, the onions and tomatoes are sautéed to perfection, and it's served with that classic combination of crispy fries and fluffy rice. * The Vibe: Not only is the food "out of this world," but the service and atmosphere make it a place you want to keep coming back to.