My friends and I came to Swan impression on a Sunday night around 7:30 PM. They were still pretty…read morebusy during this time and I was not surprised by it. We've been at their location in Tustin and I heard this one was better than that location I was really excited about it. Teson is really good too, so I had a pretty good expectation on this location. Upon arrival, we were immediately seated by the staff member and she was pretty efficient and on top of things. I have attached here, but the ambience is pretty lively, but also not too loud. It was an enjoyable experience where you can talk with each other and be able to hear one another. At the same time, they had a clean and classy decor to their interior design. We ordered the stirfry lamb with cumin, shredded potato, and the chili oil fish fillet. The Lamb - 5/5 was perfectly cooked and seasoned with a very nice heat to it. Be careful because this is not for those sensitive to spicy food, but if you do like spicy, this has such a nice kick to it. The shredded potato - 5/5 one of my favorite dishes to substitute for the rice. Don't be deceived by how it looks. It definitely has a kick and can numb your mouth; however, you can still taste the pickled flavor in each bite. The chilli oil fish - 5/5 one of my most favorite dishes from both locations. Although the spiciest of the dishes, you taste the flavor through each bite. The dish is perfectly cooked and just dissolves in your mouth. Overall I am extremely satisfied with our visit and recommend coming here if you're ever in the area!!

Came by Sichuan Impression and had a pretty mixed experience overall…read more We ordered the spicy squid tentacles dry pot, which honestly was a bit disappointing. The squid tentacles were tiny, and the dish felt like it was mostly filled with mixed vegetables. For $25.99, it definitely felt a little like a rip-off. On the brighter side, the Tea Smoked Pork Rib was really good--super flavorful and probably my favorite dish of the meal. That said, most of the menu is on the pricier side, and the portions aren't very generous, so value-wise it's a bit questionable. Service was just okay. No one really checked in on us, and we had to wave our hands a few times to get attention when we needed something. Overall, solid flavors in some dishes, but the portion size and pricing hold it back from being a full 5 stars.

Arrived 2:30ish on a weekday without the usual line. Small dining area but cute. 4 of us ordered…read morethe smoked duck (half for $15) and the duck skin was do good that a KFC chicken would blush (4.5/5). The duck could be a little warmer when it got to us. Cumin lamb did not have enough fat on the pieces, but portion and flavor was excellent (4/5). Chicken cold noodles were ok (3/5).

Tea smoked duck! Order it! It's smoky, crispy, juicy and , savory…read more My go to order: numbing spicy chicken nuggets, stinky tofu, and duck. The spicy chicken nuggets has the right amount of numbing spice, paired with the crunch of the chicken, and filled with crispy chili pieces. The stinky tofu is fried and pairs perfectly with pungent garlic dipping sauce. The portions are generous and the price is super affordable. Most dishes range from 12.99 -15.99. The duck is around $28 for the whole duck, which is amazing in this economy. It's a small store so seating is limited. I've never personally dined in and always ordered takeout. And the boss lady that runs the front of the house? She is cool, sassy and a multi-tasking queen. You can tell she puts heart and pride into serving the customers and food. When placing the phone order, she will try to make sure that the food is ready when you arrive. And she will always say in mandarin in an almost scolding tone: "hurry up and go home and eat the food. It won't be as good if you wait to long to eat it! " Honestly...the scolding makes the food taste better.

If you're into Szechuan food, then give us a place to try. With so many different spots to eat…read moresimilar foods, this one is pretty decent. In general, they do a good job with the boiled fish, spicy fried chicken (popcorn chicken), and have vegetable options as well. Their spice level is pretty comparable to other restaurants of the same type of food. They're not stingy about their portions and 30 decently priced (for now). It's pretty casual inside and moderate noise level.

We came here for mid-autumn festival dinner a few months ago. We tried calling ahead to make a…read morereservation, but were told we had to book a private room with a spending minimum. We decided to try walk-in because we had kids and seniors that wanted to eat early. Arriving at 5:30pm they said they can accommodate us in the back room. It was a bit crammed, but we fit. The back room seemed like an addition to the nice restaurant in the front. Minimal decor with a few booths and tables. It felt like we were dining in the servants quarter. The food was okay, but expensive. We probably won't come back when there are many restaurants that are either better value or have nicer ambiance.

I really like the sauerkraut fish. So so good and addictive. You can have it either spicy or mild…read moreand I like eating it with some rice, where you can dunk a spoonful of rice into the broth. Nice patio dining area and dog friendly too. Order by scanning the QR code. Friendly staff and they do a really good job keeping your water cup full. Located inside the Santa Anita mall.

If you're into Sichuan spice, Tai Er is the place for you. There is a special for a large plate of…read moreboiled fish, vegetables, and rice and for the amount of food, it is both delicious and filling. Upon entering, you'll notice that the staff is extremely attentive. The interior is clean and spotless with their own branded napkins in the drawer at every table. The fish was silky with a healthy amount of Sichuan spice. Just enough ti get you numb but not too much to paralyze your mouth and tongue. The ingredients used are fresh but the rice is a bit too much on the mushy side for me. In all, it is a great choice if you cannot decide what to have. Located near the old (now closed) Red Robin wing at the Santa Anita mall!

I'm giving it five stars because the service was friendly, the ambiance, during the day, was…read morechill--I know it's different later in the evening--and every meal I had was excellent. The fish in the fish stew was tender, juicy, and not overcooked. Everything was spicy, by the way, so keep that in mind--and I love spicy food. I will say even though I'm not a fan of peppercorns, but because they were stewed, they were totally tolerable. The eggplant was soft and full of garlic and was delightful. What's not to love about mapo tofu? And the lotus skewers, if that's your jam, you'll enjoy them. Also, you can bring fish you caught there and they'll prepare it for you meal. They have free parking in the back, and they have a great outdoor space. They do have live entertainment outdoors at about 8:30 PM, so be aware of that. The prices are sorta fair and you do get a lot. Overall, I'll be back again.

The tea smoked duck did have the taste of tea and was leaner than expected. Though I would prefer…read morethe duck to be juicier but perhaps that is more difficult with a smoke cook. The pickles were delicious. The stinky tofu did have a bit funk but we were used to funkier tofu from other places. A good and simple take out order. I would say everything was worth its price.

I come here maybe once or twice a month, and it never disappoints. The duck is one of my favorite…read moredishes here (not gamey at all), and their eggplant, string beans, and fried rice are all bomb as well!!! Service is always good, its clean and very spacious. Plus I get to go to my favorite boba/tea shop here at the santa anta mall. Love coming here Tip: If you get the whole duck ask for the bone and take it home, it makes an awesome duck broth.

Meizhou Dongpo specializes in Sichuan-Fusion authentic Chinese cuisine. They are also known for…read moretheir Peking Duck which is why I stopped by. No need to pre-order Peking Duck in advance here. Just stop by and order away. Very nice! Usually Peking Duck requires pre-ordering, because of its unique and lengthy time of preparation. Overall I love the food here. I'm sure they have an Iron Chef in the house! The restaurant is considered an upscale fine dining establishment and while that is correct; the vibe here is very cozy and comfortable- rather welcoming and not a snobby environment . You can dress up or casual (dress down). Beautiful modern open space dining area and private dining room are available. Kid friendly restaurant is a plus. The food and level of service here are top notch.

Cute little hole-in-the wall with a large parking lot!…read more Came here on a weekday and was immediately seated. Food came out quick! I ordered the house special beef noodle soup with a side of cucumbers and green onion pancake. You can choose your noodle style with the soups, the noodles are freshly hand pulled!! Prices are very affordable, would definitely recommend!

Food was delicious. Their House Special had a very authentic…read moreflavor and the noodle is nice and chewy. 10/10 Scallion pancake was nicely fried and great amount of crunch. 10/10 Service was abysmal. Our server that day (short lady) was very rude. I had the scallion pancake while my wife had the noodles and she gave her water but not me. She wouldn't even look my way when she was giving water to my wife. I thought maybe she assumed because I'm not eating that I didn't need water? Until another couple came in, and looks like they ordered about the same things a noodle a side dish, but they were each given water. My appetite for the good food was soured because of her but I still want to be fair in rating just their food.

Drinks: -Mango smoothie $5.5…read more-Diet Coke Appertizers: -Chinese burger beef $7.99 -smashed cucumber $5 -beef tendon $7 -pig ear $13 -scallion oil chicken $13 -braised pig feet $13 Entrees: -beef chow mein $17 -sweet and sour chicken with rice $10 -xiao long bao $14 -shrimp fried rice $15 -Lan noodle $16 -dried mixed with beef $17 If noodles had a personality, Lan Noodle would be that overachiever who makes everything from scratch just to show off. You walk in thinking, "I'll just grab a quick bowl," and suddenly there's a noodle master stretching dough like he's training for the Olympics. Their Lanzhou-style noodles? Fresh, chewy, and honestly a little too good--they'll ruin instant ramen for you forever. The Lan noodle soup is so rich and savory. The died mixed noodle feels like a warm hug... if hugs came with chili oil and a kick that sneaks up on you. It's a small, busy spot, so yeah, you might wait--but don't worry, the line moves fast. Plus, it gives you time to emotionally prepare for choosing your noodle shape. Thin? Wide? Triangle? This is not a decision to take lightly. One wrong move and you'll be thinking about it halfway through your bowl like, "I should've gone wider."

I like how they have expanded their menu with additional options other than simply noodle options…read more We tried their pork pan fried dumplings (3/5) since the skin was overpoweringly thick, but the filling was decent. They have a small and large sweet and sour chicken rice plate. I had gotten the small size just to try it out, but it was surprisingly good (5/5). The pork sandwich bun was decent (4/5) since the beef was tasty but the sandwich bun could be better. We also had the traditional beef noodle soups with either the wide flat and triangle ones. You can't go wrong with these freshly made pulled noodles, and they are very hearty portions. Flavor is good and the beef is very tender. The smashed cucumbers were decent also (4/5), but nothing spectacular about them. Service is very quick, attentive and pleasant. This is a good go to spot for a quick meal. The dining room doesn't seat a lot of people so try not to come during busy dining hours on weekends to avoid a long wait.

Throughout the years, I think this location/space has been occupied by a few different restaurants…read more YGF Malatang is my favorite restaurant to have occupied this space and is also my favorite malatang spot right now. I hope they stay for the long run. -Beef Bone Broth: Excellent flavor. Not too salty. Goes well with all the vegetables/meats, which are also fresh and good quality. What more can I say?

Tried YGF Malatang and went with the beef bone broth. The soup base was rich and flavorful, with…read morethat comforting, slow-simmered taste that pairs really well with all the ingredients you pick. You can customize everything, which makes it fun and easy to get exactly what you're craving. The meats and veggies were fresh, and had a large variety to choose. Only reason it's not a full 5 stars is that the broth could've been a bit hotter when served. It was warm temperature. Overall, still a solid spot for a quick, customizable malatang fix. Would definitely come back to try different combinations.

Finally got to try this place out and wow did the food blow me away. I got the cold noodle special,…read moremy husband ordered the intestine noodle soup and we shared the shredded potato and pig ears. Everything we tried was so good and can't wait to come back and try their other noodle dishes. Interior is on par with your typical SGV mom and pop restaurant. Service is attentive but not overbearing. Parking: free plaza lot

Tucked between busy HK Macau Bistro and Four Seas Restaurant, Chong Qing Special Noodles is such a…read moregreat find. The #31 Biang Biang with wide knife-cut noodles, #9 Dan Dan noodles, and #30 Chong Qing Special wide noodles were all delicious -- the noodles had the perfect QQ chew. The chive and pork dumplings were juicy and flavorful. The spice leans toward that addictive numbing Sichuan heat that makes you sweat.