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Sifu Wong Kitchen

3.9 (1.1k reviews)
Open • 10:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Updated 2 months ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Siu mai
Lisa N.

This location seems to be quite popular, and I can see why. The interior is spacious with plenty of seating, although I do wish they'd swap out some of the chairs for new ones. They're upholstered in fabric that looks pretty old and worn, which takes away a bit from the otherwise comfortable dining space. That aside, my husband and I really enjoyed the two dim sum dishes we ordered: siu mai and har gow. The har gow in particular was delicious. This is one of those dishes that can easily taste a little "boring" when it's not done well, but Sifu Wong nails all the flavor components. You get the sweetness of the shrimp along with sesame oil and ginger, all wrapped in that perfectly delicate, translucent wrapper. The siu mai was also solid and something I'd happily order again. The half duck was an unbeatable deal at around $24. It comes with that familiar savory sauce you typically get when ordering roast duck from a Chinese grocery store or specialty shop, and for the portion and price, it's hard to complain. We also tried the beef chow fun with black bean sauce, which was a little different from the standard beef chow fun I usually order. It's lighter in color with a wetter, saucier texture, but still tasted good nonetheless. I enjoyed it, although I'd probably stick with the traditional beef chow fun next time. Overall, Sifu Wong serves up solid, satisfying Chinese food at reasonable prices with plenty of variety on the menu. There are already a few dishes I'd happily order again, and I'd definitely come back to explore more of their dim sum offerings.

Salted egg yolk buns
Wilson C.

This dim sum spot is probably my go to dim sum spot in the South Bay. Every item is very good and they have many that go above and beyond. Would definitely recommend if you're in the South Bay!

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Gerald L.

Upping from 3 to 4 stars. Food was great. Fried rice still my favorite but the pork belly was close second. Chashu bao and har how are pretty standard, but good. Prawn rolls not my thing but not bad. Food's great but the service is still kind of slow.

Peking duck
Joyce T.

Visited again, this time with a bigger group, which allowed us to try a lot more of the menu. We started with the Tri-Color Platter (Octopus, Jelly Fish & Green Seaweed Salad), which made for a great, refreshing starter. Soup Dumplings, Shrimp Rice Roll, and Steamed Sparerib, all were good as usual. Half Peking Duck was a highlight, love the perfectly thin and crispy skin. Fried E-Fu Noodle with Lobster - the lobster is fresh and huge, great flavor without being overly salty nor greasy. Black Pepper Beef Fillet with Assorted Mushroom, I like the tender beef and the mushrooms were well seasoned. Sautéed Chinese Broccoli (kailan) with Dried Flounder Flake, the flavor was good, but the kailan stems were cut too large, difficult to eat. We finished with satisfying desserts, Black Gold Salty Egg Yolk Bun was excellent with the lava effect. Mango Pomelo Sago was awesome, and the Snow Lotus Seed Peach Resin was really good and not too sweet. Everyone was full and happy.

Seafood crispy Chow Mein
Lauren L.

First time trying out this place! Known for dim sum and classic Chinese dishes. We got the peeking duck, crispy chow mein, red sweet meat, and string beans. All of this was to go, so the experience is definitely different compared to if we were to eat it there fresh. Everything reheated very well however. The duck was good and plenty of meat but on the oiler side and some bones you have to be careful with. The string beans was spicier than I thought it was going to be with the chili (if you are sensitive ask them to do it without chillis). Everything was fresh and a good quality. I wish the portion sizes were a little larger for how much the price is. During weekends for dim sum it could be crowded so be ready to wait. Note their hours since they have a period of time closed in between morning and evening dinner. Convenient location in the South Bay and I would return to try some other things.

soup
LeeLee C.

This is our designated place for large-group gatherings. We've befriended the owner and some of the staff, so service was top notch. In general, their dim sum was better than dinner, but tonight's dishes are worth mentioning. The good: 1. steamed lobster with rice vermicelli: good flavor and fresh lobster. All lobster pieces were cut open, making it easy to eat. 2. beef steak with broccoli: the beef was so soft! The 0.5cm thickness makes it perfect size to bite down. 3. BBQ plate: loads of goodies, with my favorite cha siu, jelly fish, and pork belly cubes. 4. Soup with morel and chicken. Loads of morels! Could use a bit more salt but it's not that big a deal. The ones that could be improved: 1. small silver fish fried with egg yolk coating: a bit chewy, but good flavor. 2. sea cucumber stuffed with shrimp paste: indeed a hard to make dish at home, so we were all excited. But the sea cucumber was not well flavored; instead, it tasted quite fishy and earthy. Too bad this expensive dish was only half consumed. The bean sprouts at the bottom were a lot more desirable. 3. salt pepper chicken: it was seasoned with salt and pepper powder, but not cooked with salt at the pan, so the chicken lacks the heat and dryness from salt. At the night, a wedding reception was in place, but we were able to seat at the next room and enjoyed our noisy and loud cheers.

Crispy Fried Pork
Vernon M.

We decided to try this dm sum place in Sunnyvale, located just off of 101 and Lawrence Expressway. It seems to be a well-liked place, as the tables were all filled within the first hour of opening. First of all, I agree with the previous reviews here stating that it is a hit or miss. We ordered a variety of items on our visit. Some were really tasty, others were merely "meh." The hits were Peking Duck (flavorful and tender meat) - I appreciate the addition of sliced cucumber sticks to the regular thin-sliced onions and sauce; the cucumbers added a delightful change of texture), the Salt & Pepper Sole w/ Black Bean sauce (large, flavorful and tender pieces of fish, onions that were cooked slightly longer to bring out their inherent sweetness), and the steamed broccoli (again, slightly longer cooking to bring out the flavor). What surprisingly did not work was the dim sum, as well as the chrysanthemum tea and rice. And the one thing that ruined what probably would have been some very tasty food was the strong taste of chlorine! This informs me that the water they use to steam and cook is water from the tap that is not filtered. I took one iOS of the chrysanthemum tea, relishing the what I thought was the strong chrysanthemum flavor, but after a few seconds it was apparent that the water was chlorinated. (I do not recommend ordering any tea or water here.) The steamed dim sum had the chlorinated smell and taste, as well as the rice, too! It is too bad, though, that the main flavor throughout was chlorine. I really lost my appetite for the rest of the meal. Regarding the order in which they bring out the food, they start from the top and proceed down the order list. I ordered rice, but it was down towards the bottom of the list, and it was the very last thing to arrive - after having eaten everything else we ordered above it! What a waste of rice! (Well, it smelled like chlorine, too, . . .). Before the wait person takes down your order, I highly suggest ordering the items you would like first, followed by everything else. If Sufu Wong Kitchen decides to invest in a quality water filtration system as other fine restaurants have (quite an expense, I will add), I am sure that the food will be so much more tasty and enjoyable (maybe even garnering another star or two . . .)

Susan Z.

Had high expectations coming here but was a bit disappointed. Decent dim sum but nothing special. The chicken feet had great color and texture but the flavor was a bit bland. The siu mai didn't seem fresh as it was a little sour and the texture was hard (not scrumptious), ties went for both the pork and the shrimp inside. The lava bun did not 流, was more like a custard texture rather than melty and runny. The bbq pork puff pastry wasn't very flaky at all. The bean cured with pumpkin dish was rather interesting from the sounds of it so we got it, but it was super bland overall. The shrimp rice noodle was ok: scrumptious shrimp but the rice noodle itself was not as thin and smooth as it could be. My favorite dish was the stuffed eggplant of everything we ordered.

Chicken feet
Arthur T.

Decided to try out a new dim sum spot from the normal go-to. Two of us ordered: tea $2/pp fried taro dumpling $7.60, came pretty late mango pomelo sago $7.60, needed more sago siu mai $7.60 chicken feet $7.60 chinese tender green $17.60 deep fried pumpkin with salty egg yolk $12.60 Definitely on the pricier end. $18 for greens is a bit criminal. Pumpkin was a bit tasteless. No salted egg yolk flavor. Definitely nicer ambiance inside than other places. Plus that there's TVs so they may be playing sports when timing lines up! Parking lot onsite.

James L.

Sifu Wong Kitchen is a really solid addition to the South Bay dim sum scene. It's tucked inside the Ramada Hotel in Sunnyvale, and the setup is surprisingly nice--clean banquet seating, way less cramped than your usual dim sum spots, and they have huge TVs all over the place. We actually watched the World Cup final here and the atmosphere was awesome. The dim sum is traditional Hong Kong style, and the quality is definitely there. You definitely need to get the Black Gold Salty Egg Yolk Buns. They look cool with the black and gold style, and the molten salted egg yolk center is perfectly rich without being overly sweet. The Lychee Shrimp Balls are super unique too; they look exactly like real lychees on the outside but are stuffed with a snappy shrimp paste that isn't greasy at all. For the classic stuff, the Har Gaw and Siu Mai hit the spot--the skins hold up well without tearing and the pieces are nice and plump. The Baked BBQ Pork Buns are also great, with that crispy, sweet polo-style topping and a good amount of savory pork filling inside. Service can be a little slow on busy weekends since the place gets packed with families, but the staff keeps the kitchen moving as fast as they can. If you want high-quality Cantonese comfort food, excellent dim sum, and a great space to catch a game, this spot is definitely worth a visit.

Linh L.

Bookmarked on my wish list for awhile, but this weekend was the opportunity to dine in. Our mom wanted dim sum to celebrate Mother's Day, so our family came 1 day early. We knew to go early, since they don't take reservations and we often see lines outside. We arrived at 10:30am and the front manager said if we can be done my 12:30, that they had a table for us. Party of 12, since we got there early, we agreed. The side room had the biggest round table for us. They ask you what kind of tea you want, we like chrysanthemum tea. You order the items on the paper menu and it comes to your table. So we got going on the orders and TBH, we must be hungry, because we did a lot of orders (we had plenty of left overs). Tried some favorites and a few new items that we thought were unique to their restaurant. My dad has to order crispy noodle and chow fun, and we also ordered chicken fried rice. The service was prompt and attentive, with enough servers to take care of the side room. Since it was the "sun room", the sun was shining through the windows and it was bright. Review from my parents: it was just meh, they prefer the other place near our house. I think the food is good, but probably won't come back again with a big group of us, since they don't have many big round tables. And personally, I prefer the whole experience of the ladies coming around with their carts. Perhaps their dinner menu is also worth trying. Bonus for us is that we can literally walk to this restaurant. Parking could be an issue if you come later.

Crispy calamari 5/5
Ngoc T.

This is my go-to spot for friend gatherings for dim sum, mainly because my best friend love their black sesame egg custard buns. Ironically, I'm not a fan of them myself--they're a bit too eggy for my taste. When it comes to dim sum quality and service, I honestly prefer Koi Palace. The food quality there is more consistent, and the service is much more phenomenal. The only things this place really has over Koi Palace are the lower prices and those black sesame custard buns my friend loves! I've been here at least a dozen times, and the food can be hit or miss. Sometimes dishes come out cold, like they've been sitting out for a while instead of being served fresh and hot. That said, there are a few items we always order that are consistently good when brought out fresh like salted crispy pork chops, siu mai, shrimp rolls, and fried calamari. Be prepared for a wait on weekends since it gets crowded. If you're coming with a large group, it's best to arrive before noon. The restaurant is located next to a hotel, and finding the restroom can be confusing since it's inside the hotel. Service is also pretty minimal--they seem understaffed, and I almost always have to flag someone down just to get basics like soy sauce, chili, and water. I don't understand why they don't just have the sauce on the table for guest to dip, but I get that they're saving $ on controlling the cost down. On my most recent visit, the experience really went downhill. Our table had food but no soy sauce, chilli nor water, and when I flagged a waiter multiple times, he got visibly annoyed and irritated. It was frustrating--we shouldn't have to chase someone down repeatedly for basic condiments. Being met with attitude for that honestly left a bad impression. That experience alone makes me reconsider coming back. Good food at a good price is one thing, but poor service--especially to that extent--can really ruin the overall experience.

Asahi beer
Amy N.

Came here for my cousin's birthday, but this was actually my second time here. The first time I came here was during the first year they opened and during brunch for dim sum. We ordered asahi beer, fried rice, sea bass, chicken feet, salt & petter prawns, hot & sour soup, and roasted pork belly. The asahi beer we ordered was fine, but we felt like we got the end of the draft keg or something because it was pretty bitter. I didn't mind the taste because I usually drink Heineken, but my boyfriend couldn't finish his beer by end of the meal. The first items to come out was the hot & sour soup, roasted pork belly and the chicken feet. I loved the hot & sour soup, but all the guys said it was way too sour than usual for them. The roasted pork belly wasn't as tender or fatty compared to other places we usually eat from. I do like that at least it came with hoisin sauce because although the pieces are in chunks, it could get overwhelming to consume. The chicken feet definitely had the black bean flavor, but could've been more flavorful. For some reason, it looked like the chicken feet is cut in half here when eating it. The salt & pepper prawns were decent. We wished that it came with sauce because it became too dry to eat overtime. The egg fried rice was surprisingly pretty good and a great addition to the sea bass we ordered. They were probably my favorite dishes along with the hot & sour soup. Glad I got to try this restaurant again years later. I feel like there are so many dim sum and Chinese restaurants in the Bay Area, so it all comes down to democracy preferences and votes when eating out.

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Do they serve dim sum in the evening?

Was there a couple months ago and yes they did. You order off the menu.

Do they have Cantonese roast duck?

They have Roast Duck. I don't know if it's "Cantonese style", but they have roast duck that mimics Asian styled roast duck you see at many larger Chinese banquet styled restaurants.

It's dim sum offered all day?

There's dim sum during dinner time but it's limited selections available.

Do you have dim sum at dinner time?

no dinner only

Do you take reservation?

Yes, they take reservations for lunch and dinner on weekdays and for dinner on weekends. They also can take your name and put it on the waiting list for lunch on weekends too.

Hi do you take a reservation? Thank you.

For large groups non dim sum hours

Are you guys pushing dim sum cart or is it ordered from menu?

No we don’t use dim sum carts. Our customers order from the menu.

Are you guys open on Christmas?

They said they would be open from 10am-2:30pm

HELLO There, Are you guys open on December 30. ?…

They're open on holidays including New Years Eves.

Do you have a vegetarian menu?

There are vegetable sections within the full menu

Do they take reservations for weekend lunch?

No; just the yelp waitlist.

Open or closed on Wednesdays?

From the website, closed Tu/Wed's.

How is the outdoor heating for the outdoor dining? ***edit- just done eating. It was cold. There is…

To be honest, it is a bit chilly. Dress for the weather! They have an enclosed patio area for… 

Are you open Christmas day? If so can you accommodate a party of 16? Any private rooms?

It said take reservations, does that means dine-in is also availablr?

It's 1st come 1st serve. If you come plan for Dim Sum on the weekend, suggest you show up early because there is a line.

Vaccination cards checked before dining in?

Nope. They don't check anything.

Do all the e-fu noodles have crab meat?

yes they have that; just order even if not on menu. They can accommodate

Dim sum served only on weekends or weekday lunches too?

Thanks for your inquiry, yes, dim sum is only served in lunch

Do you allow dogs in your outdoor seating?

Yes they do

Do you serve dim sum in carts or by menu order?

They serve dim sum by menu order.

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Ocean Pearl - Lobsters are fresh and delicious

Ocean Pearl

3.4(234 reviews)
4.6 mi
•$$

Solid Cantonese comfort food tonight. We ordered family-style and every dish delivered…read more The salt and pepper fish fillet was the table favorite -- puffy, golden batter that stayed crisp, tender fish inside, finished with fried garlic and scallions. Not greasy at all, which is where a lot of places lose me. The BBQ combo platter (crispy roast pork +roast duck) is the other must-order. The siu yuk skin had that proper shattering crunch with juicy meat underneath, and the roast duck was silky with lightly crispy skin. Both dipping sauces on point. The clay pot chicken came out bubbling on its warmer, with red onion and scallion in a savory, slightly sweet glaze with salted meat -- great over rice. And the string beans with pork cheek had real wok hei, blistered beans with caramelized edges, not steamed-and-sauced like the lazy version. Portions are generous, everything came out hot, and this is exactly the kind of cooking that tastes like a family kitchen doing it right. Would come back for the fish fillet and the roast pork alone. They served sweet bean soup after dinner. Service was quick and ambiance is bright and causal.

Here whaf i had- -Beef Brisket Soup Noodle - $15.99 - 4/5…read morestar. Decent dish and meat wirh tendons are soft. -Spare Rib Black Bean Sauce Crispy Noodles - $18.99 - a bit too salty for me at bottom. It was ok. Only order if you really love black bean but I would get the sauce on the side so the bottom noodle os not completely soak and tastes too salty -Beef Chow Fun - $18.99 4/5 - pretty good and was my favorite. Beef, noodle and Yellow chive.i It has wok hei flavor to it. -Preserved Egg & Lean Meat Congee - $11.99 - 2/5 Meh. Not that tasty and I should have known the lean meat was super dry. -HK Style Rice Roll with Doughnut Sticks - $6.99 - good. Typical and fresh. Plastic Bag - $0.20 - if you have togo, u will be charged. Subtotal: $73.15 Tax: $7.30 Total: $80.45 + TIP. Service was meh but that unfortunately is the usual case dor chinese restaurants.

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Shrimp rice roll

Ocean Pearl - Is it really Peking duck or is it Roast duck with buns ?

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Four Kings 四大天王 - sichuan cabbage

Four Kings 四大天王

4.2(482 reviews)
35.9 mi•Chinatown
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Amazing service! I…read morecame as a party of 2 at 5:20 (just before opening) on a Saturday night and we were the last party to be seated as the first round of walk-ins! We got seated right by the window, so lovely! The ambiance is so nice and the decor is so cozy and cool. We got the free peanuts and cucumber salad first- so flavorful and a nice way to whet our appetite. The scallop vermicelli was SO buttery and flavorful. I wanted another order!! The claypot rice came steaming hot and full of meats! Get something to cut it with! The black bean clams were delicious but a tad salty so it's nice to have with the claypot, or even an order of veggies and plain rice! We ended our meal with shaved ice that was layered with black bean, custard, and boba! So refreshing and a perfect end! I would come back 10000%

Four Kings was such a great date night spot in Chinatown! Everything we ordered was delicious, and…read morethe meal was a highlight from start to finish. Don't skip the Mapo Spaghetti, clay pot, XO escargot, or fried squab. We loved trying the different dishes, and these are all worth ordering. Definitely come hungry and save room for dessert, because that was too good to miss! Beyond the food, the decor gives the restaurant so much character and makes it a fun setting for a night out. The service was impeccable throughout our meal, with an attentive team that made us feel well taken care of. Between the delicious food, great atmosphere, and excellent service, Four Kings made for a memorable evening. Highly recommend for date night!

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Four Kings 四大天王 - View of kitchen

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Four Kings 四大天王 - Creamy potato salad with tofu dressing

Creamy potato salad with tofu dressing

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Yin Ji Chang Fen - Chinese Sausage And Cured Meat Steamed Rice

Yin Ji Chang Fen

4.2(559 reviews)
6.4 mi
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We stopped by on a Sunday around 2 PM and were surprised to see how packed the restaurant was…read more There was a steady line throughout our visit, which is always a good sign and speaks to the restaurant's popularity. The crowd was an interesting mix, with plenty of diners in their late 50s and 60s alongside a younger crowd. What We Ordered: * BBQ Pork Bun: This was probably the one item I'd skip. It was perfectly fine, but nothing particularly memorable and no better than what you'd find at an average dim sum restaurant. * Marinated Beef Rice Noodle: A solid dish. The rice noodles were wonderfully smooth and slippery, with a generous amount of beef. The lettuce was a nice touch, adding a bit of freshness and crunch to balance out the soft textures. * Pork Liver Rice Noodle: My absolute favorite of the meal! Pork liver is notoriously difficult to cook well because it can so easily become tough or overcooked. This was done beautifully -- tender, perfectly cooked, and without that unpleasant rubbery texture. I'd come back just for this dish. *Fried Dough Rice Roll: This was as expected. Dough was crispy and rice roll was smooth. If you are a fan of this dish it won't disappoint. * Iced Soy Milk: Not overly sweet, with a nice, pronounced soy bean flavor. If you enjoy traditional soy milk rather than the overly sweetened versions, this is worth ordering. * Pork and Preserved Egg Congee: Comforting and well executed. The congee was silky smooth, with the consistency you'd expect from something that's been slowly cooked for a long time. The pork pieces were generously sized, and the preserved egg chunks were substantial enough to get a good taste in every few bites. Overall: There are definitely a few dishes worth coming back for, especially the pork liver rice noodles. The crowd and steady line suggest this place has built a loyal following, and after trying the congee and rice noodles, I can understand why. I'd skip the BBQ pork bun and focus on the rice noodle dishes and congee. The chairs were also on the small side so can be uncomfortable if you are taller or on the large side.

Woke up wanting dim sum before my kid's game and picked this spot based on stellar reviews, but the…read morereality didn't match the hype. The food was okay, but the service was basically a DIY project. When the check came and I left a zero on the tip line, the woman handing it to me pointed it out and asked why I hadn't tipped. Luckily, she opened that door, so I had the chance to explain why the complete lack of service earned that zero: * We seated ourselves after someone shouted "your table is ready" from all the way across the dining room. * No one greeted us, checked on us, or ever claimed to be our server. * We placed the entire order ourselves through our phones. * Our water pitcher emptied after our first pour and sat there completely forgotten for the rest of the meal. * Staff repeatedly kicked and bumped the backs of our chairs every time they walked by. * An employee forgot to lock the bathroom door, and when my husband and son walked in, she actually scowled at my kid while washing her hands instead of apologizing for not locking it. If I'm seating my own family, handling our own ordering on a phone, and tracking down my own water, asking for a tip at the end is a pretty bold move. We won't be returning.

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Yin Ji Chang Fen - Fried dough in rice paper, Shrimp rice roll

Fried dough in rice paper, Shrimp rice roll

Yin Ji Chang Fen - Sparerib with Black Beans over Steamed Rice

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Fong Kee Clay Pot - Chinese Sausage w. Pork Spareribs Rice Casserole

Fong Kee Clay Pot

4.1(281 reviews)
13.8 mi
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Family-owned & operated
Minority-owned & operated

This is one of my favorite restaurants, so I wanted to write a review to support it. Their clay pot…read morerice is one of the best I've had, and it's obvious that the chef has the experience and takes care to do it properly. I was surprised to read some reviewers saying they could make the same thing at home. I've had clay pot rice at other restaurants, and I've experienced greasy rice, burnt bottoms, undercooked rice, overly salty sauces, and stingy toppings. Fong Kee gets every part right. The rice has excellent texture, the bottom develops a crispy crust without being burnt, and the meat / toppings are well balanced with the rice. Everything comes together as one dish rather than tasting like the rice and toppings were prepared separately. Be sure to ask for the sauce they keep on the table-you can add as much or as little as you like. What impresses me most is the consistency. Every time I've been here, the clay pot rice has been cooked to the same high standard. To me, it reflects experience, skills, and attention to detail. For that, I give it 5 stars!

Fong Lee is a local spot that reminds me of good, old-fashioned Chinese home cooking. The service…read morewas good, and the food was enjoyable. We ordered duck congee, herbal ginseng soup, popcorn chicken, and a clay pot dish. Everything felt comforting and familiar, like a meal you might enjoy at home with family. My family was hoping for more salt-and-pepper-style dishes, so this wasn't quite what we had in mind. I also would have liked the clay pot to be a little crispier, especially the rice at the bottom. Overall, if you're looking for Chinese home cooking rather than a typical Chinese restaurant experience, Fong Lee is worth a visit. Go with the right expectations, and enjoy a comforting meal!

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Fong Kee Clay Pot - Chinese Saudage with Eel

Chinese Saudage with Eel

Fong Kee Clay Pot - Golden crispy rice, so yummy!!

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Koi Palace

Koi Palace

3.2(1.8k reviews)
4.6 mi
•$$

Food was tasty BUT Too noisy & Services lacking…read more Would go at unpopular times and hope for better service and less noises

There are many authentic dim sum restaurants in the Bay Area but Koi Palace is still one of my…read morefavorites. I've been dining here since they took over this location from ABC Seafood over a decade ago. As many others have mentioned, this place can be packed at times, especially for dim sum on the weekends. Though they share the medium sized parking lot with other businesses at this plaza, their customers occupy a majority of the spaces. You may see cars parked along Barber Lane when the lot is full. If you drive an EV and need a charge there are several Tesla Superchargers in the back parking lot. Pricing-wise, the dishes and dim sum are a little higher than other nearby restaurants. However, the food here is consistently good. For dim sum, we always order the usual ha gow, sui mai, chicken feet, and rice rolls. The chicken chow fun with gravy is a family favorite...full of wok hei and is always of a generous portion. The specials are rotated periodically. We really enjoyed the baked pork chop rice earlier this year. The pea sprouts sautéed in garlic is another go-to dish for us. Like many places they charge a per person tea fee here. If you know the staff and are a regular, they may comp off the tea surcharges. The restaurant is well-kept, clean, and quite open. There is a lot of natural light in the back as the large windows face the 880 freeway. If you're looking for some great dim sum and authentic Chinese food, check out Koi Palace!

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HL Peninsula Restaurant - Lobster yee mein; a classic Canto birthday tradition

HL Peninsula Restaurant

3.3(698 reviews)
4.7 mi
•$$$

I was really impressed! The service wasn't amazing unfortunately, but all of the dishes my party…read moreordered were hits! Everything tasted fresh and not too greasy. For me, the Crispy Rice Noodle with Shrimp! These were purple for some reason... but SO DELICIOUS! Even with the donut inside, it wasn't soggy at all. The Beef Chowfun was also incredible and seasoned perfectly. My least favorites were the dumplings personally... the wrappers were just way too thick for my preference. So I would suggest anything else, especially the seafood!

I've gotten a lot of recommendations to try this place, but I really can't imagine why. This is…read morenot good dim sum. Everything was cold, over steamed, and lacking in flavor. The xiao long bao comes in little tin dishes which almost always means it was just frozen, and despite being soup dumplings, they were totally dry. The har gow and everything else steamed was also so cold when they got to the table and the skins stuck to everything in the streamer and broke at the gentlest pull. The sheng jian bao was also shockingly wrong. These are supposed to be juicy buns with a crispy fried bottom, and instead we got these lightly toasted, dry pork and cabbage buns. I'm not even sure oil was used to fry these, I think they just touched a dry pan for a few seconds. There was a little bit of color, but 0 crisp. I know dim sum is hard to get right, everything is delicate, timing is important, but for a place so highly regarded, this was really disappointing. The restaurant itself seems very recently renovated, it is very clean, beautiful interior, and the service is good too, so it gets a star for that.

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HL Peninsula Restaurant - Interior

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