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    Tai He Ju

    4.8 (239 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Lauren L.

    Loved this lowkey dumpling spot with their simple menu! Both the steamed and fried dumplings were 10/10. Service was fast considering we came pretty late. Prices were affordable and parking was easy.

    Local find!  Hidden gem!  OMG run don't walk to get your (B5.) Cumin Beef Pan Fried Dumpling 10pcs
    Lily W.

    *** 2025 review #35 *** 恭喜你 gōng xǐ nǐ Congratulations! @tai._he._ju for making @yelpla Top 3 Best Dumpling Spots in the US & Canada! If you enjoy truly homemade cooking from scratch and are looking for that homey feeling... Tai He Ju is the place for you. A family affair in and out of the kitchen, a passion project founded by Chef Yang. The moment you step into the bright and inviting spacious dining room, you'd be warmly greeted with a generous bowl of complimentary Corn Egg drop soup. Be prepared for the Ultimate Dumplings experience! The menu is #dumplinglover dream come true: a delicious range of handmade from scratch dumplings with unique & creative fillings based on family secret recipes. You can order steamed, pan-fried or fried. Truly one of the best #localfinds #hiddengemofla I couldn't agree more with my trusted fellow Yelpers!

    Yelp Top 100 Places to Eat in 2025 &  Top 25 Dumpling Spots in the US & Canada (Oct 2025)
    Luke L.

    *** Credit cards accepted *** Tai He Ju is a mom-and-pop dumpling house located in El Monte and was ranked #27 in Top 100 Places to Eat in the US for 2025 ( https://www.yelp.com/article/top-100-us-restaurants-2025 ) and ranked #3 in Top 25 Dumpling Spots in the US & Canada ( https://www.yelp.com/collection/sNpzxO047EDOsPi-XZ2rzg/Top-25-Dumpling-Spots-in-the-US-Canada?sort_by=rank_order ). Dumplings, soy sauce, and chili sauce are all made from scratch. [Parking]: Easy and free parking within a strip mall. [Atmosphere]: Clean dining atmosphere as well as clean restroom. Not the most efficient service since the restaurant is family-owned, but the staff was friendly. [Menu]: The popular dumpling to order is beef with vermicelli fried dumplings. Other dumplings like Pan Fried Dumplings or Pork with Chive Dumplings are all secondary popular options. The owner provided complimentary egg drop soup. *** Pork with Chive Dumplings (12 pieces for $10.99): I thought fillings tasted alright, but one bite and I could tell dough was definitely handmade. Chives with Eggs Fried Dumplings (4 pieces for $5.99): Honestly these fried dumplings felt like Chinese version of empanadas. I actually like these fried dumplings - good crunchy texture and I also liked the fillings better. *** Solid dumpling house with no waiting line and above-average dumplings. Not sure I would recommend anyone to drive out of the way for this restaurant, but I can see myself occasionally stop by this place if I live near this area.

    Cross section
    Megan L.

    Local family run business with a simply dumpling-focused menu. + steamed beef with chive dumplings ($11.99 for 12): super thin skin, which was different. But didn't pop and held the filling and juice well! (8/10) + steamed pork with chive dumplings ($10.99 for 12): very similar tasting to beef and just as juicy (7.8/10) + fried beef cumin dumpling ($6.99 for 4): wow steaming hot, juicy and very be try cuminy yum (8/10) Also free corn egg drop soup, was ok

    Beef vermicelli deep fried dumpling
    Angela B.

    Pork steamed dumps here wowzaaaa $40some for 4 types of dumplings with 8 pieces leftover! Chive and egg fried dumpling 3/5 I normally love chive and egg, but their rendition wasn't my favorite. I felt the filling could have been more voluminous/flavorful, and there was a good amount of residual oil on the plate. The lattice skirt was more crisp than crunchy as well. Beef and vermicelli deep fried dumpling 4/5 The crust was more tender than flakey, but the filling was so juicy it splattered on the table as I bit into it. I really enjoyed the flavor of this one, but I wish the crust was flakier. Pork and chive steamed dumpling 5/5 Wow. This is probably my favorite dumpling outside of Tainan. From the thinner dumpling skin, to the inside meat mixture, this was amazing. One bite is all you need and you'll just keep eating. Beef and chive steamed dumpling 3/5 Not a huge fan of the flavor of this one. It felt like the beef didn't pair as well as opposed to the pork one, the flavor is also stronger with this one whereas the pork delicately married with the chive. Complimentary egg drop soup 3/5 A nice break from the dumps, but this was simple to eat with a dash of white pepper. Chili oil Was fine, it did elevate the dumps tho! Service I really enjoyed the service here. Very warm and truly a family affair! Thank you for sharing your recipes with us. The place is impeccably clean!

    Fried rice with corn
    Kit T.

    This place was subpar & lacked any dining atmosphere. It did not have any warmth ? The food was mediocre. Unfortunately the food we ordered did not have flavors. Presentation wise , it looked good. The rice did not have enough "WOK HAY". The dumplings were juicy but the dough wasn't silky. The pan fried ones had cumin which twisted the fun in eating it. The menu does not offer a lot of choices compared to Thumbling and Mr Dragon Noodle house. I am not sure if l missed something?

    Beef with Vermicelli Dumpling 4pc
    Hannah B.

    Relaxing comfort food! The food here tastes homemade and not overly salty. We ordered the Zha Jiang Noodle, Steamed Beef and Corn Dumplings, Pan-Fried Pork and Chives Dumplings, and Fried Beef Vermicelli Dumplings. My favorite was their Fried Beef Vermicelli Dumplings. The ratio between the meat filling and the fried dumpling skin was perfect. The skin also had a nice soft crispiness and chewiness. There is also some soup inside the dumpling which was delicious. Their steamed dumplings are good but standard. The Pan Fried dumplings were perfectly crisp but flavor wise was also standard but still good. I really like how their fried items aren't oily/greasy at all. The Zha Jiang Noodle was not bad but not amazing. I would recommend mixing it with their chili oil which is made in house. Overall, the food here is good and tastes homemade. The prices are pretty affordable with each dish ranging from $10-$12. The waitress was also really sweet and very attentive.

    Seaweed soup with dumplings
    Jacqueline C.

    Tldr yummy and homey place to eat delicious dumplings My one complaint with dumplings places in norcal is that either the boiled dumplings are good or the pan fried but almost never both in the same restaurant. This place has 3 different prep styles and they are all good. For the filling we tried beef with corn, pork and cabbage, cumin beef (only available fried iirc) and beef and chive. They were all so tasty! Sometimes chive dumplings can be too wet if they sit for a bit but you can tell these were really fresh. I wish I remembered to take a picture of the filling too so I can remember how full it was but I basically just ate everything. We got the fried rice at the end because the baby wanted it but it was also solid. The rice was tasty and it did the thing where the rice grains don't stick together. I would come back for it if I was craving fried rice and this was the closest place to me. This was also the second dumpling place I went in one day and I will definitely be coming back here when I come back to LA.

    Cumin Beef Fried Dumplings
    Jamie D.

    Reasons NOT to come here: -If you don't like good dumplings -If you don't like to support local establishments -If you prefer fancy ambiance over value and taste My parents live close by to this restaurant and I've seen it a few times on the corner of my eye driving to their place. Finally came here one night instead. This spot is in the same plaza as Ramen Ichiraku (a ramen spot that's been in the neighborhood for a while now). Walking in, the place is bright and clean but no-frills and while enough tables, sparsely decorated. You immediately get the vibe that this is a family-run business. Same person takes the order and brings it to you while you hear a young child crying in the back with the older sister telling mom to help. I know this can be off-putting for some people but things like this remind me why it's important to support our local mom-and-pop and the reality that we're all on the same boat toward the American Dream or at the least, to make enough to support our loved ones. Sorry, I'm diverging. Let me bring it back to the food. The dumps! They have steamed, pan-fried and fried. The menu is relatively simple and plenty at the same time with some cold dishes and also one of my favorite childhood comfort food - tomato eggs. We decided to order: -Beef Pan-fried Dumplings (potstickers) -Cumin Beef Fried Dumplings -Cold marinated beef -bowl of rice We were provided with complimentary egg drop corn soup and let me tell you, it wasn't a cup but a generous bowl of it. Who does this nowadays? We truly appreciated it and they even asked if we wanted more. Seriously! Service and hospitality is five stars and as for the food? Five stars too! We enjoyed the flavor of the dumplings and you can tell the dumpling skin is made in-house and everything tasted homemade. I prefer to eat boiled or steamed dumplings b/c they're healthier but I'm avtuakky glad we got what we go. It was worth every calorie! Will be coming back again and you should go if you haven't!

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    James L.

    This is a 4.5 but rounding up to 5. Tai He Ju has been here for around 2 years, and I just discovered them. It takes up one side of a small plaza, and the signs are visible enough to grab my attention. The inside is sparsely decorated, with tables placed far apart. There's no artwork on the walls except for some framed photos of the owner's friends and family, which I thought was a nice touch. The menu is fairly simple. It consists of mostly dumplings with a few rice and noodle dishes. What caught my attention was their cumin beef dried dumplings that look like empanadas. Since they're known for that, we ordered 3 different types prepared 3 different ways. 1. Pork vermicelli, steamed. These came out the quickest. Hit and nicely seasoned that I didn't even need any sauce. But I used hit oil anyways. 2. Beef vermicelli fried. It's like a leek pocket with a perfectly crisp shell. These are wrapped fresh to order, because of they're kept in the fridge or freezer,'it won't have that flaky entire when fried, according to the owner. 3. Cumin beef pan fried. Nice chewy skin with a hint of cumin. Not overpowering but the taste is there. This is a family run business, with members doing different tasks and helping out, plus the sound of a crying baby in the back that really made it feel like someone's home instead of a restaurant. The owner is very nice and came by to chat with us, and even gave my kid a drink. I really like the homely atmosphere, and if I were to critique it, is that it was too quiet in there. We felt like we shouldn't be loud, so some music would've been nice. Otherwise, it's a great place to get some fresh homemade dumplings.

    Pork and vermicelli potstickers $12
    Truman W.

    Pork and vermicelli potstickers $12 -more like gyozas, small but very juicy and delicious. Love the included chili sauce (homemade?) Shrimp fried rice $14 -pretty OK flavor with green peas, corn and carrot. Texture-wise it's somewhat soggy and oily. (I found lots of oil on the bottom). My gold benchmark for shrimp fried rice is still Sam Woo (Alhambra) and Din Tai Fung. Prices increased $3 since the last menu photos on Yelp, so I posted new menu prices. 4 stars for food, 5 stars for service, 3 stars for value. I wish them the best.

    Wayne Z.

    This is my second time back at THJ, and I feel I'm in a more unbiased position to give my honest thoughts and feedback on this mom & pop dumpling restaurant. And therefore my unbiased rating will still be 4 stars. 1 rating lower from 5 which is what I originally wanted to score this place based on first impressions. I think as a family unit, the aura and hospitality they give is undeniably top notch. You feel at home, you feel like your living in a small town of 3000, and the Smiths are running this local eatery and they've been your neighbors for ages. Maintaining a place like this is a labor of love, it's stressful, it's hard work, and to still have that level of energy and commitment showing on their faces with an empty restaurant, that's called passion. But just baseing a restaurant's score on staff likeability is not enough to justify a 5 star rating. You also have to factor in the taste of the food and this alone varies from one person to the next. Thus far on my two visits. I've tried their Beef Noodle Soup, Zhajiang Mian (*Chinese Jajangmyun), their Cumin Beef Empanada Style Fried Dumplings, their Beef with vermicelli pan fried gyoza style dumplings, and their Empanada Style Chives with Eggs Fried Dumplings. My verdict on the food is an overall rating of 3/5. Hear me out. The chives with eggs empanadas were awesome, they're your traditional breakfast style Chinese empanadas that you pair in the morning with some Soy Milk. I loved these and no doubt would order more and bring these on my truck every now and then. The pan fried gyoza with the beef vermicili is on par with the original pan fried gyozas at The Original Foo Foo Teis on 7th Ave. Full of juices, full of flavors, good skin texture not breaking, and had the right amount of burn and crispiness. But the filling I felt needed more cilantro and onions in there to balance the protein....msg too, throw some msg in there too for that Umami. 3/5 The chives and pork dumplings were pretty solid. I wouldn't rank them as the best I've had but I will tell you I finished the plate in under 5 minutes. Probably a 4/5 The Jajiang Noodles for me personally is not something that is tailored to my taste buds. I am more accustomed to say, Taiwanese style Zhajiang Noodles, Shandong style Zhajiang Noodles and Korean Style Zhajiang Noodles. So basically anywhere from a combination of sugars, black Bean Soy Paste, sauteed with Minced Mushrooms onions garlic and ground pork to ground pork seasoned with 5 spices powder simmered together with Sweet Black Bean Paste and small dosage of salted black Bean Paste. Anyways you get the picture, maybe it's because I'm a southerner Chinese, my taste buds gear towards a little bit of sweetness. But I personally found the Zhajiang Noodles here a little salty. This is probably the Henan province version. And therefore I felt overall even with the celery cubes and carrots in there, there wasn't anything to really bring the flavors into balance because of the heaviness of the black bean paste. Maybe add some squash, zucchini, more onions ....I don't know. But it's lacking the natural sweetness. 好了我還少廢話,but its unique in its own way, and I've never had this noodle with celery, so kudos to innovation. So my personal rating for this dish is going to be a 3/5. Maybe throw in some cilantro. Lastly the beef noodle soup. Again this is just personal preference, I'm used to Szechuan Style Beef noodle Soup. Taiwan style Beef Noodles Soup, and Lanzhou Style Beef Noodle Soup. I think these three dominate things category, because then if you move on to French..Beef Bourginon is a different thing in itself. Just wasn't my cup of tea. I prefer a soup base that is braised with natural beef bones, onions, maybe 1 or 2 Cinnamon cloves and 3 star anises, then some pepper and salt to seasoning. I think this formula is the simplest broth and any noodles with this base is a winner. Of course there were I feel hot pot soup herbs in the broth and so I felt a little overwhelmed by the complexity of the broth at THJ. And again my personal opinion. Despite the portions being Ginormous...think the hot pot beef slices don't pair well with this type of soup noodle. I don't know....you guys reading be the judge. So here I'm going to give a 3/5 So all in all the portions are epically huge, the family unit work with some impressive passion, and the food is overall something I can come back every now and then for if I want a fast quick turn key no frills meal at what I will honestly say is *Bargain Level* prices in this inflated economy. Yes you get huge portions and you get complimentary soup. Where do you find this combination of charity in Los Angeles, that's like the equivalent of Costco's Hot Dogs and a drink. Yeah anyone that hasn't come here needs to give this place a go. Support a local community business!

    Christina N.

    Was kinda sus initially since this place is so highly rated but yet when we went, the restaurant was completely empty and relatively new. But I'm glad yelp didnt lie! Pleasantly surprised by the dumplings here! Definitely go with the recommended ones. They are juicy and tender inside with excellent skin to filling ratio. I also like they they served us a giant bowl of soup for free as appetizer. Portions are generous! Will return again.

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    Ask the Community - Tai He Ju

    Do you have any gluten free dishes?

    Our fried rice is naturally gluten-free. We don’t use soy sauce in it — only rice, vegetables, eggs, and seasonings.… 

    Can I pay frozen dumplings with credit cards ? Add 3% fee?

    Hello! yes, you can pay with credit cards and they are is no add fee for use credit cards

    Do you sell frozen dumplings ? And what's the price?

    Yes! We do ! The pork’s one are$27 for 52 pieces. Beef one are $28 for 52 pieces. And please call us one day advance ❤️ so we can make the dumplings fresh for you

    Do you have anything that is vegetarian?

    Hello! Yes! We do have the chives with eggs dumplings,or fried rice or tomato with eggs over the rice

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    Boston Lobster - fried noodle with seafood

    Boston Lobster

    4.3(1.9k reviews)
    2.3 mi
    •$$

    First time at Boston Lobster on Lower Azusa Road and I was impressed!…read more I went with my son for a one-year-old's birthday party and somehow managed to arrive an HOUR late ‍. Thankfully, they were incredibly gracious and accommodating when we showed up. The food is served family style, so we got to sample a little bit of everything. The filet mignon medallions were delectable--tender, flavorful, and perfectly marinated. And the Lobster Noodles! This was my first time trying them and they absolutely delivered. The lobster was cut and fried in a way that made the meat tucked inside the shell really easy to get to, which made the whole experience so enjoyable. And that gravy... I was literally sucking on the lobster shell trying to get every last bit. So, so good. We also had a stir-fried green vegetable--possibly watercress--and it was delicious. Simple, savory, and cooked just right. I loved having something fresh and green alongside all the richer dishes. Great food, warm service, and such a fun meal to share with a group. I'll definitely be back.

    I've been coming to this establishment since it was still located in that small spot on San Gabriel…read moreand Valley, so it's disappointing to say that the quality of the food seems to have gone downhill over the years. The service is still great, the restaurant itself is decently clean and spacious. Sadly, the food just wasn't up to the standards I remember. Salt & Pepper Shrimp 3/10 - Poorly seasoned and lacking the crispiness I was expecting. The shrimp just didn't have much going for it. Mongolian Beef 4/10 - This was basically steamed beef with green onions. The dish lacked the caramelized, savory flavor I typically associate with Mongolian beef. Clams with Basil 5/10 - The flavor was decent, but the clams did not taste particularly fresh, which really took away from the dish. Pan-Fried Pork 2/10 - Unfortunately, this was my least favorite. The pork didn't taste fresh, and the texture made it feel like it had been fried twice. The normally flavorful sauce it came with was also extremely bland. I'm actually very glad I came during lunch and paid lunch prices for these dishes. If I had paid dinner prices, I would have been extremely disappointed. The food from my previous visits weren't extraordinary, but at least it was "okay". However, after this visit, I have officially taken this restaurant off my rotation. I won't be returning.

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    Golden Delight #1

    Golden Delight #1

    4.2(733 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    •$$

    I got the Golden Delight Pho, Beef Short Ribs Pho, and Egg rolls. Egg rolls were a perfect…read moreappetizer. They were perfectly crispy on the outside, had lots of filling inside, and came with 6 big pieces. It also had a side of veggies and fish sauce, which I love using to wrap my egg rolls. The golden delight pho had rare meat and noodles to the side, while the other toppings came inside the sizzling pot of broth. It had lots of noodles and toppings: tripe, rare beef, tendon, meat balls, and brisket. Pho was really rich in flavor. I also loved that the sizzling pots kept the broth hot the whole time. Noodles were also very bouncy, loved the texture. Beef short ribs were also very tender and full of flavor. Although it was very busy during a Tuesday lunch hour, the waiters sat us asap. The restaurant was pretty full but the food still came out really quick. Servers were really nice and attentive. They checked on us a few times. The restaurant has lots of tables and it was clean. It gave an overall homey- atmosphere. I would definitely come here again. Pho is a great price for its quality!

    Okay so I'll be the first to admit -- this place has been sitting right under my nose for who knows…read morehow long and somehow I never made it in. Honestly? Embarrassing. Moving on. So yeah, it's another Vietnamese spot in Rosemead. And before you say anything -- yes, it's a pho review. Again. Look, I don't make the rules, I just eat the soup. This place does something a little different though. Their thing is the earth stone bowl -- basically a heated stone bowl that keeps your broth stupid hot while all your toppings come on the side in separate little dishes. Cool concept, very extra, I respect the commitment. But here's the thing -- it was hot outside. Like uncomfortably, aggressively, why-am-I-outside hot. So sweating over a volcanic bowl of soup wasn't exactly on my agenda. I went with the regular bowl, picked two types of beef and tendon, and called it a day. First sip of the broth and I genuinely had to put the spoon down for a second. Not in a dramatic way -- just in a "okay, this is actually really good" kind of way. It holds up against every other spot I've been to, no question. But what got me was the flavor -- there's something subtle going on in there that's hard to put your finger on but impossible to ignore. The kind of broth that just works and doesn't need to explain itself. The toppings were solid, but the tendon was lowkey the highlight. Soft, chewy, not rubbery -- exactly what you want. Some places fumble the tendon. These guys didn't. Iced tea on the side, Saturday afternoon, nothing else going on -- honestly doesn't get much better than that. Should've come here sooner. My loss.

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    Newport Seafood Restaurant - Beef Loc Lac

    Newport Seafood Restaurant

    4.1(3.8k reviews)
    4.4 mi
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    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.

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    Newport Seafood Restaurant
    Newport Seafood Restaurant - Newport special crab on egg noodles

    Newport special crab on egg noodles

    Newport Seafood Restaurant - Beef loc lac

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    Hao Cafe

    Hao Cafe

    4.5(264 reviews)
    6.4 mi
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    A hidden gem that's officially made its way into our weekly rotation. Hao Cafe in Duarte is a…read morelittle off the beaten path, but after trying it, I can confidently say it's one of the better Hong Kong cafes around. A few things worth noting: - Get the BBQ pork. It was tender and incredibly juicy. Their BBQ meats are noticeably better than a more popular competitor -- juicy, flavorful, and not dry. - The breakfast 2-item combo is totally worth it. Generous portions and easily enough to share between 2-3 people. - The lemon iced tea and HK milk teas are refillable. - The restaurant itself is small, but so is the staff size, so expect things to move at a more relaxed pace. This is one of those places that may not be the first name that comes to mind when you're craving a HK cafe, but it should be on your list.

    Breakfast so delicious and especially the Hong Kong style lemon tea!!!!! The pineapple bun tastes…read moreexactly one of best in San Gabriel valley because the size not too big not too heavy! Crispy enough! So fresh! I also highly recommend their chow mein, steam flour roll, corned beef sandwich, HK style shrimp wonton soup! Must try! The staff they all so nice as good friend! Provide their best service to everyone, the place not big, the air conditioning is cold enough clean table and chair, surface not sticky, so smooth and clean !!! Also restroom clean up always! No any bad smell in this place! Love to go Hao cafe!

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    Hao Cafe - Good luck, prosperity dragon facing the front door.

    Good luck, prosperity dragon facing the front door.

    Hao Cafe - Beef Flat Rice Noodle

    Beef Flat Rice Noodle

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    Taishan Kitchen - Each dumpling has a shrimp in it!

    Taishan Kitchen

    3.9(150 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    AMBIENCE taishan kitchen is a great local spot for homey…read morecantonese food! the friendly environment made me feel like im home again with my grandma back when i was a kid. they seem to have loyal customers who frequent the restaurant. FOOD all the dishes were clear ("qing dam"), not overly oily, and reminded me of my grandma's cooking. beef soup noodle with 3pm wonton: 8/10 - the soup was flavorful, noodles were cooked well and the wonton was meaty! steamed rice with pork and salted fish (鹹魚豬肉餅): 8/10 - loved how green the napa veges were. the pork patty was rly good. would taste better with more ginger. pork and century egg congee: 6/10 - very little century egg and the pork quality didn't seem too great. egg rice noodles, pork rice noodles: 6/10 - it was fresh and not bad, though not the stand out among the dishes i've tried. overall, taishan kitchen is a solid spot if you are ever craving the taste of home, and clean tasting cantonese food! PARKING free and easy parking lot

    Where can you find taishanese speakers? It would be here. I've been here previously when it used to…read morebe called Auntie kitchen. I ordered a chicken rice noodle soup and steamed pork rice noodle roll. It was a dollar extra with an egg. The flavor, the soy sauce, the bouncy texture, and portion size for the price was delicious. I forgot to take a picture. Service was good as staff are attentive when you call them over, but mostly leave you alone once you get your food. The restaurant was small, yet clean, but I don't recall if there was a restroom. This restaurant is in a busy plaza, but parking was not an issue.

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    Taishan Kitchen - Inside

    Inside

    Taishan Kitchen - Hainan chicken rice and minced pork chern fun

    Hainan chicken rice and minced pork chern fun

    Taishan Kitchen - BBQ menu 2023 prices

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    BBQ menu 2023 prices

    Dong Ting Chun

    Dong Ting Chun

    4.1(108 reviews)
    2.9 mi
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    5 stars for Dong Ting Chun in San Gabriel! As soon as you walk in, you're greeted by a vibrant and…read morebeautifully decorated interior--the iconic red feature walls and wooden bamboo lamps create a rich, warm, and authentic atmosphere that's perfect for gatherings. It was quite packed on Saturday evening, but the line moved smoothly and food came out fast. Every dish we ordered was spot on: The Mustard Giant River Prawns were huge, springy, and nicely seasoned with a subtle mustard kick. The Dry Pot Bullfrog with Perilla Leaf was rich and aromatic, and the Spicy & Sour Crispy Stir-fry was the ultimate rice-killer! The classic black stinky tofu was crispy, savory, and bursting with flavorful juices. Incredible authentic Hunan dining experience with amazing ambiance. Will definitely come back with more friends!

    We came here to try Hunan cuisine in the San Gabriel area. The restaurant is on the second floor,…read moreparking was easy, and the dining area was clean and nicely decorated. The service was actually very good. The staff were friendly and attentive, which was probably the best part of our experience. We ordered several dishes, including the chicken and a mixed beef/tripe dish. Unfortunately, the flavors were very similar across the dishes--very salty and very spicy. After a few bites, it became a little overwhelming, and we couldn't really taste much beyond the salt and heat. I think it would be much better if the staff asked customers about their preferred spice and salt level when ordering, especially whether they want more or less chili, garlic, and ginger. We weren't asked, so there wasn't really a chance to adjust the flavors to our preference. Another issue was the temperature inside. It was a hot day, and the restaurant felt quite warm. Eating spicy Hunan food without strong enough AC had us sweating throughout the meal, which made it difficult to enjoy the food. Overall, great service, clean environment, and convenient parking, but the food was too salty and spicy for us. With better communication about spice and seasoning levels--and cooler AC--the experience would be much better.

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    Dong Ting Chun
    Dong Ting Chun - Lei Eggplant with Century Egg (擂茄子皮蛋)

    Lei Eggplant with Century Egg (擂茄子皮蛋)

    Dong Ting Chun - Zhangjiajie Rice Tofu 張家界米豆腐

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