The food is good and overall not bad at all for the location in a not so nice looking street or…read morearea. Its a hidden gem. They didnt have every dim sum item I was looking for but I still left full and satisfied.

We arrived at 2:18PM with no one in line waiting to be seated. The restaurant still has MANY empty…read moretables but we were directed to sign in on Yelp for waitlist and wait "outside" of the restaurant, which is fine. But then another group of Cantonese speaking party came and refused to wait outside, so they're standing inside staring at the employee & was seated before us. So we walked in to inquire about it and their reason was, you didn't check your phone which a text popped up immediately after the employee mentioned it... indicating she just clicked the send message button while talking with us. Very unprofessional! And the overall attitude of staff helping us (surprisingly other than the non Cantonese ones) are quite rude, since we don't speak their language. I inquired about something, a male employee with plastic black frame glasses just give me a look like he don't want to address to me. He was also the one who came halfway of us eating to drop the check and tell us to pay first. Creepiest thing is he wouldn't stop staring at me trying to see how much tip I put down, which makes the dining experience even more uncomfortable.... As we are leaving the restaurant, we noticed they already purposely turned off all the light on the other half of the dining area with still many tables of customer dining trying to signal them to leave or something. The food itself is alright but with this kind of service. No thank you...

This is the place to go if you like eating seafood. They are famous for their lobster and crab…read moreitems. Been here several times with families but never review this place. Restaurant is big with plenty of tables. Great for big group. Great place for celebrating birthdays, etc. But parking could be difficult and frustrating. Other than that, they have great foods. Would definitely come back.

Flavorful and on par with some of the best spots in Orange County!…read more When it comes to this style of Cantonese/Vietnamese cuisine, there are a lot of restaurants to choose from, but it can be surprisingly hard to find one that gets all the flavors right. Boston Lobster definitely does. I've seen a lot of reviews for Kim Tar, and personally, I thought it was just alright. Some of the dishes lacked flavor, and I'd probably give it a solid 3.5 stars. Boston Lobster, on the other hand, is a place I'd actually come back to when I'm craving this type of food. The dishes have noticeably more flavor, more depth, and that extra kick that I felt was missing at Taste of MP. What surprised me most is that Boston Lobster can hold its own against some of the better Cantonese/Vietnamese restaurants I've tried in Orange County. In fact, I'd say some of the dishes here are even better. If you're looking for bold, flavorful Cantonese/Vietnamese-style seafood and family-style dishes in the area, Boston Lobster is definitely worth trying.

I've eaten here countless times with friends and family over the years. I can't believe I haven't…read morereviewed you guys! Always consistent in service and quality. They are known for: Special Lobster (A+) Beef Loc Lac (A) Clams with spicy sauce (A+) Chinese broccoli (B+) - depends on how thick or thin it is Pea shoots with garlic (A) Eggplant (A) Yang Chow fried rice (A) Reservations are highly recommended either by calling or thru Yelp. There are private rooms in the back on request if you have a larger party and seafood is always fresh as they have an aquarium with lobsters, crab, geoduck, and fish. The decor is charming with vintage trinkets along the side of the wall. There is a waiting area by the lobby and restrooms in the back of the restaurant. Since it gets so crowded and busy the restrooms could be tended better. Parking is available on the street otherwise you have to valet on the lot.

I had lunch at Newport Seafood Restaurant today with a friend I hadn't seen in a very long time…read more She recently reached out to me after being out of touch for quite a while and asked if I wanted to meet up. Today was a day that worked for me, so we decided to have lunch together and then get a massage afterward. Whenever I come to this area for a massage, I usually have lunch at Boston Lobster. I've heard that Boston Lobster was opened by a chef and some of the staff who used to work here at Newport Seafood Restaurant, so I wanted to come back here after a long time and compare the two restaurants for myself. First, parking. Boston Lobster has regular self-parking, while Newport Seafood has valet parking, which was $2. As for the food, I ordered one of my favorite dishes, shrimp with cashews. I've had it at Boston Lobster many times, and I definitely preferred Boston Lobster's version. We also ordered beef with tomato sauce. Honestly, it didn't look particularly appetizing when it first came out, but once I tried it, it was actually pretty good. We also ordered beef chow mein, and this was probably my favorite dish of the meal. It almost had a slightly Thai-food-like flavor, and it was really delicious. As for the service, this is where I noticed the biggest difference between the two restaurants. Every time I go to Boston Lobster, everyone there is always extremely friendly and welcoming. Here, some of the staff were friendly, but some were not friendly at all. The hostess who greeted us when we first arrived was very nice. After we sat down, she brought a small cucumber dish to our table and asked if we wanted it as an appetizer. We politely declined. Then a male server came to take our drink order and asked whether we wanted hot tea or water. I asked if they had any caffeine-free hot tea, but he didn't seem to understand me. My friend repeated the question very slowly, but he still didn't seem to understand. After we explained it one more time, he finally seemed to get what I was asking and asked if I wanted jasmine tea. I said yes, so we had jasmine tea. It was extremely hot at first, so I also asked for some cold water without ice. Later, while we were eating, we needed to serve ourselves some of the chow mein. The spoon that came with the chow mein wasn't really useful for picking up the noodles, so I asked for an extra pair of chopsticks. The server brought the chopsticks over and basically tossed them down on our table. Honestly, I found that pretty unpleasant. My friend and I looked at each other while we were eating and said, "What was that?" My friend even commented, "Chinese restaurant staff can be so unfriendly sometimes." That has never happened to me at Boston Lobster. The staff there have always been very friendly and attentive whenever I've gone. I had actually been to Newport Seafood Restaurant several times before the COVID pandemic, and I even got their lobster for takeout back then. I remember it being so delicious that, during the pandemic, I once saw on Google that the restaurant was open and drove all the way here, only to find that it was actually closed. I remember being pretty disappointed that day. So coming back here again after such a long time brought back some memories. Unfortunately, I was a little disappointed with the service today. On the positive side, I found the restroom here to be cleaner than the one at Boston Lobster. However, the toilet here flushes automatically rather than having a manual flush, and I actually found that a little inconvenient. One nice advantage here is that they have private rooms, which would be great if you come with a larger group and want to sit separately with your own party. They do have lunch specials on weekends, which is nice. But personally, I think I'll probably go back to Boston Lobster next time. Their prices are actually about $1-$2 cheaper, I prefer their food overall, there's no valet parking charge, and most importantly, their service has been consistently much friendlier in my experience. So while I enjoyed coming back to Newport Seafood Restaurant after all these years and I did find some dishes here very good, Boston Lobster is still the place I would personally choose for my next visit to this area.

Amazing mom and pop operation. Their menu is extensive and all my times here, exceeded…read moreexpectations. Flavors and freshness from the kitchen or BBQ table won't be beat.

I've been coming to Sunny Shine BBQ for years to pick up their roast duck and roast pork, which…read morehave always been reliable favorites. This was my first time trying their special lunch menu ranging $9.99 - &13.55 instead of just ordering BBQ meats. We ordered several dishes to share: * Salt & Pepper Pork Ribs * Braised Pork with Aged Vegetables * String Bean Chicken * Egg Tofu with Mushrooms * Stir-Fried Lettuce with Fermented Bean Curd * Spicy Vermicelli Pot with Clams, Scallops & Egg White * Steamed Giant Clams with Silky Egg * Salted Fish & Chicken Tofu Pot For an extra $5, we also added a small box of their brine duck, which was a nice addition. The lunch portions were reasonable for the price, and the service was friendly throughout our visit. Parking was also easy to find during weekend lunch, which made the experience convenient. The Salt & Pepper Pork Ribs had a slightly sour taste that made us question whether it was fresh, so we couldn't finish that dish. It was disappointing because everything else was fairly decent. Overall, despite of the pork ribs, I still think Sunny Shine BBQ is a solid neighborhood, family-owned restaurant, especially for their BBQ meats that I've enjoyed over the years. Very friendly service, quiet ambiance, and convenient location have always kept me coming back.

We came back to Tam's Noodle House to try their dinner this time. We ordered the pork stomach with…read morewhite pepper & chicken in claypot, salt & pepper deep fried pork chop, preserved meat & sausage claypot rice, and braised tofu with roasted pork in claypot. Everything was pretty solid and came out hot. The claypot dishes were especially nice for sharing, and the preserved meat and sausage rice had that good savory flavor. The pork chop was crispy and had a nice salt & pepper seasoning. The pork stomach soup was comforting and had plenty of ingredients. It is not spicy at all. Service was good. Overall, another meal here.

Extremely disappointing experience. I witnessed one of the waitresses cut in line so that her…read morefriend could get ahead of other customers who had been patiently waiting. As an employee, she should have been setting an example and treating customers fairly--not using her position to give preferential treatment to a friend. What made the situation even worse was that I brought it to the staff's attention, and instead of taking the complaint seriously or even acknowledging what happened, they simply brushed it off. That kind of response shows a complete lack of respect for customers. It's one thing for an employee to make a poor judgment call; it's another for management or staff to dismiss a legitimate concern afterward. Customers should not have to wonder whether the rules apply equally to everyone. I left feeling completely disregarded and disappointed. Based on this experience, I would think twice before returning.

Pretty good Chinese food. Love the ong choy and it's close by. Definitely coming back.read more

Never in my life of living in the San Gabriel Valley would I have imagined finding a Chinese…read morerestaurant with unique Taishan flavors tucked away in Baldwin Park. It is located in a small plaza surrounded by other businesses, sitting right in the corner as you enter. Walking inside, the interior is reminiscent of classic Hong Kong style cafes, featuring various booths and large dining tables with tablecloths. You are greeted immediately by a BBQ station on the right, though it was not fully stocked with ducks or other roasted meats. Throughout the dining room, there are plenty of photos of the different dishes they offer. We had a party of eight to celebrate a birthday, and the staff was kind enough to hold our cake in the back for us. We ordered the following: Specialty Fried Fish: This was the absolute highlight of the evening. The fish was incredibly fresh, nicely fried, and contained roe inside. It was served on top of a soy and oil mix. The freshness of the fish really stood out. Golden Eel Clay Pot Rice (Large): The rice preparation was very unique. The pot was packed with plenty of eel, and the rice was already mixed for you when it arrived. The flavor was light and not heavy on soy sauce, with lots of fresh cilantro and onion mixed in. There were also plenty of crunchy rice bits on the side. A very solid dish. Tiger Prawns with Vermicelli: This was a bit on the salty side, but the prawns themselves were delicious and had a great light braised flavor. Ong Choy with Tofu Sauce: A great dish featuring crunchy greens stir fried in a light tofu sauce. Our entire party finished this plate. Stir Fried Green Beans: Another major highlight of the night. The green beans were perfectly blistered and coated in what tasted like an XO style sauce. It had a really unique and lightly spicy flavor. Honey Walnut Shrimp: Probably the lowest point of the meal. The shrimp are uniquely fried and layered on top of wonton strips, which I have never seen before. However, the walnuts tasted a bit old, making the dish just okay overall. Peking Pork Chop: These featured a nice sweet and tangy Peking sauce over the pork chops. The cuts of meat used were less fatty, which I really appreciated. Filet Mignon French Style: This dish was good, but my only complaint is that there was a lot of excess oil pooled at the bottom of the plate. Otherwise, it still tasted fine. Overall, this restaurant did it right. The food tasted noticeably lighter than many other Chinese restaurants I have been to. This was our first time here, except for two people in our group, so we were all very curious about how things would turn out. I would definitely come back to try other items on their menu.

Mr. Chopsticks is an absolute gem. If you're looking for genuinely authentic Cantonese food, this…read moreplace is the real deal. The flavors are incredible--rich, balanced, and traditional without feeling overly Americanized. You can tell there's real care and experience behind the cooking. Everything we tried tasted fresh and full of flavor, and the quality was outstanding. What really stood out was how authentic the food felt. It reminded me of the kind of Cantonese cooking you'd expect from a great family-run restaurant where the focus is simply on making amazing food the right way. The portions were generous, the service was welcoming, and the entire experience exceeded expectations. There are plenty of Chinese restaurants around, but finding a place that delivers this level of authentic Cantonese flavor is something special. Mr. Chopsticks has absolutely earned a spot on my list of places I'll keep coming back to. Highly recommend it to anyone who appreciates real Cantonese cuisine. 10/10.

We came to Mr. Chopsticks Seafood & BBQ and tried the winter melon soup. Just a heads-up, the…read morewinter melon soup needs to be pre-ordered. The prices are a bit on the expensive side, and the service was just average. The food was okay, but the dining environment could be better. The seating was quite cramped and felt a little crowded. Overall, it was an okay experience, but there's definitely room for improvement.

Came from westminster where the dim sum is severely lacking. Maybe because I'm in a dim sum…read moredessert, seafood cove 2 being the only saving oasis, but ocean bo was wonderful. No frills sit-down restaurant, but no cart ladies either. That's not a drawback though. You can see all the dim sum dishes steamed up behind the counter where they're picking up table orders and fulfilling take out patrons. Service was as expected. You're greeted with curt nod and efficiency, sat as soon as there is a table, and given your order sheet. Raise your hand or call for a server when you're ready because you'll be waiting forever if you expect someone to come check in. If you're hoping for hand-holding, the nearest din tai fung is 6 miles away.

Ocean Bo is a to go dim sum staple for my family. We love that it's close by and the staff are…read morequick and efficient. We usually are able to park, order, and be on our way within 15-20 minutes. This restaurant is your typical no frills Chinese restaurant. They have laminated menus by the ordering window to make it easy to point to if you don't know the Cantonese word for a dish. Our family typically orders siu mai, har gow, chicken feet, turnip cake, rice paper w/ shrimp, and bbq pork buns.

The service was great…read more The air conditioning was working very well. The food was good, but slightly salty. The inside was clean and spacious. The price is right. Definitely give this place a try, we will be coming back for more.

The staff were friendly. I ordered the roasted duck rice. The vegetable was good, but the duck skin…read morewasn't crispy, and the rice was a bit too watery. While I was eating, I noticed a fly inside the glass display case where the roasted ducks were hanging, which made me question the cleanliness.

A fav place of mine for family meal! The roast duck and cha…read moresiu are the best in town. After having theirs, other places just can't compare to their quality and taste. Tried a majority of the menu items and so far, everything was yum and tasty! Ambiance is your typical Asian setting service...but still quick and efficient. This location also has private rooms if you are looking for a room for a small event. Room for three tables max.

Came here for family dinner. Their seafood was quite divine. I enjoyed their fat juicy shrimp, it…read morewas so sweet and plump! Their King Crab was also delicious; however, I think they were too heavy on the garlic so it hinders the natural flavor of fresh crab meat. Service was kind of overbearing but it was nice they made their rounds to change our plates out from all the shells. I also liked their tea. Can taste the quality of the tea leaves.