So my friend took me to a belated birthday dinner & though I live pretty close to this restaurant,…read moreI have never thought of eating there & bc I'm really not a fan of New Orleans... but the food so freakin yummy .... The flavors burst in your mouth... So, I took another friend to enjoy the experience Check it out for yourself I had the salmon & she had the shrimp jambalaya.... We started with a dip with collard greens and crab cakes and naturally ended with bourbon rich bread pudding

What a yummy place! Visited the week of 5/4/26…read more Great service by Sebastian!!! He knew the menu well and provided his recommendations. Love the decor. Beads, umbrellas, a little dark inside. Would definitely go back and recommend.

Such a cute spot for a date The staff is super friendly and attentive, and the prices aren't too…read morebad for a seafood boil place!

Whoa, the reviews about the extremely slow service were accurate. When we arrived at 3:30, it was…read morecompletely lifeless. For some reason, it took us twenty minutes to get a seat and an additional twenty minutes to receive our server. There was nothing particularly noteworthy about the sauce, and the food was mediocre. The fries and hushpuppies were the only decent appetizers. They never checked in to refill our waters, and the potatoes in our seafood boil were cold. We also told them that we were there to celebrate a friend's birthday and they never showed up to bring him dessert. I will most definitely not be coming back.

My go to love this place. I usually will get Kicken style shrimp with corn, potato's and sausage…read moreand it does not disappoint. Food 10/10 Service 10/10 Cleanliness 10/10 Return? 10/10

Food was fine, but the service needs a lot of work…read more It was our first time coming here, so I had no idea how anything worked. When we first arrived, the front was completely disorganized, and there were no lines at all. People were just crowding around the hostess table, so I had no idea how to add my name to the waitlist. There were no signs that showed where the line starts, and no line was being formed at all. The hostess kept having to walk people to their table, so it was nearly impossible to grab her attention. When I did manage to do so, she was very rude and prioritized other people before us. She obviously saw us come in before other people, but ignored that fact and just added other people to the waitlist first. Ridiculous. Their waitlist system is through Yelp, which sends you a text when your table is ready. Based on the app, it said that our table wouldn't be ready for about 1.5 hours, so we decided to walk around the outlet in the meantime. After nearly 1.5 hours, I saw that we were 2nd in line and decided to have our family walk back to the restaurant. While we were waiting outside for me to receive the text, we heard the host call my name and say that our table was ready. We met with him, and I said that it was odd since I hadn't received the text yet. He said, "Oh no, the hostess told me about you guys. You said that your phone was dead, so you'd hang around the restaurant and wait for us to call your name." No. We never said that. They have us confused with a different party. This means that if I hadn't checked the waitlist regularly and had just waited for that text, it never would've come, and we never would've gotten seated. What a messy system. Also, I've never been to a seafood boil restaurant where we have to ask for the bibs. Normally, they're given to us right when we're seated, so it was weird. We noticed other people were given bibs right when they're seated, so we're not sure why this happened. Other Kickin' Crab locations also give you an entire bottle of ketchup, whereas this place only gives small plastic cups. Weird. I think the employees and other customers would agree with me when I say that the entire place is completely disorganized because multiple orders around us were being messed up. The table to our left was missing its piece of corn and sausage in its bag of shrimp, while the table to our right was missing crawfish in their bag. The workers were obviously trying their best to straighten things out, but it didn't seem to be working. The menu is consistent with their other locations, but the market prices are a bit higher than what we're used to. Compared to the location that we always go to, this place offers bigger frozen crawfish, but the bags were mainly just the claws, so it seemed like a big ripoff. * Cajun Fries: 8/10 - nice cook, but there was only cajun seasoning on the top * Shrimp (Head-On): 9/10 - good flavor * Crawfish (Frozen): 6/10 - big crawfish, but the bag was mostly just claws and not enough garlic The place is located at the Shoppes of Chino Hills outlet, so parking is relatively easy. After being seated, the servers were nice, but it was difficult to enjoy the experience because of everything that had already happened. Overall, the service was a huge letdown, and we did not feel comfortable eating here. Places like this are why tipping is optional. The workers at the Kickin' Crab location we usually go to are way more laidback and friendlier, yet still maintain impeccable service. Would not return.

I was putting together a work event in Ontario and came across Hallelumpia. Honestly, I was a…read morelittle nervous introducing Filipino food to a mixed crowd for a corporate event, but I decided to go for it and I'm so glad I did. Lea was incredibly kind, gracious, and easy to work with throughout the entire process. At one point, we even had to cancel because we were dealing with internet issues at the venue, and she was so understanding. Once we confirmed the event was back on, I reached back out and she made everything seamless. The food was AMAZING. Literally everyone came up to me during the event to say how good it was. People were going back for seconds and asking where the food was from. One of my favorite parts of the experience was getting to give Filipino food space in a corporate setting and seeing how well received it was. Hallelumpia absolutely delivered.

This review is long overdue, but I couldn't not leave one because the experience was fantastic. We…read moreused her catering services for the Holidays, and everything was absolutely delicious. The food was flavorful, fresh, and a hit with the entire family--there wasn't a single dish left untouched. What really stood out was her communication. She thoughtfully texted step-by-step reheating instructions for all the trays we ordered, which made hosting so much less stressful. That level of care and attention truly made a difference. Highly recommend--great food and service!

Loved it. Came in for dinner with my friend. Inside is simple, bright, and clean. A few tables for…read moreseating but good for a small group. We were craving shrimp so we got the 1lb of shrimp and the bang bang shrimp, both with garlic noodles. The bang bang shrimp have a great crunch from the batter and a nice creamy sauce. I'll have to ask for extra sauce next time. We got the Cajun mix with the shrimp. So good. The 1lb shrimp combo can probably be shared by 2 people. Will definitely be coming back to try more. Service was good. Friendly staff. Limited hours though. Wish they were open earlier for lunch on the Saturdays. Easy parking in the shopping center lot.

Food was spectacular. Pricing is surprisingly very affordable. Seriously, for the quality of food…read moreand service I expected to pay a lot more. Another thing I truly appreciate about this place: tipping options. They do not gauge you with their tipping "suggestions". This place is a true treasure! I'll definitely be coming back!

To my taste, this is by far the best Star Crab location I've been to…read more The owner and staff were genuinely friendly and helpful from start to finish, which already sets the tone. The flavor and seafood were absolutely on point. My group of five ordered the Snow Star Family Bucket with Full House sauce, and everything came out fresh, well-seasoned, and generously portioned. Portions were solid and we all left very full and very satisfied. If I had to nitpick: The mild Full House sauce was a little spicy for something labeled "mild." Still tasty, just a heads-up for anyone sensitive to heat. The fried calamari was good flavor-wise, but it was a bit light on calamari and heavy on fries. Small side note: my wife and I love having boiled eggs with our seafood boil, but unfortunately they don't offer boiled eggs here. Not a deal-breaker, just something we personally missed. Overall though, great food, great service, and a spot I'd happily come back to again. Easily our favorite Star Crab so far.

A Saturday night visit. We wanted a spot that wasnt overly crowded at 745pm. We were seated right…read moreaway, but they initially placed us at a table in the middle that was too small for our group of six, so we requested a booth along the wall instead. They provided us menus, pretty straightforward; choose seafood, add sides for an extra cost, choose the flavor, and the spice level. One thing not noted on the menu is that shrimp isn't peeled, but they can peel them for an extra $6. And each order comes in pound increments. No half a pound offered. Your table is also covered with paper so you can eat the seafood boil from there. They provide bibs and gloves for no charge. Ultimately, we enjoyed our meals. Everything was flavorful and, unlike some other seafood boil spots, it didn't leave us feeling like we had heartburn afterward. There's a little sink for you to clean your hands at, which is nice since you dont have to wait for the restroom to empty. The service is what was a bit off. Like we asked for 3 Cajun fry boats but only received 2. Drinks were mixed up, and the clam chowder didn't arrive until about 20 minutes after our seafood bags had already been delivered. If you want ranch for your fries, they charge 60 cents for a small container. For drink refills, they bring a pitcher, but it's the kind typically used for measuring ounces. The server also tended to reach across one end of the table to grab empty cups or pass out food. Since I was seated at the end, it felt awkward having to help pass things down, especially since there were other access points to reach people in our party. We left around 920pm. I only mention it because we were the last group there, and we all noticed the heater seemed to have been turned on. Restaurant sign says open til 10pm on Sat. but we saw them turn off their open sign when we went outside. Needless to say, service could have been better.

First time visiting with friends who were regulars. We were so impressed and full with their huge…read moreportions! We had Clam Chowders and Soft Shell Crab as starters, both delish. The Clam Chowders was one of the best I've had! For entrees we had the Shrimp Scampi, Fisherman's Chowder but with Marinara Sauce and I had their popular House Pan Roast. OMG, their House Pan Roast was AMAZING! I had it with linguini but I hear it's just as awesome with the jasmine rice. Good thing I had leftovers so I'll try it with rice next. The service was just a tad all because they literally only had one person serving water and bringing the chowders and one waitress taking all the orders. The wait was worth it though! The ambiance was lively. They have a cool bar where you can enjoy a nice wine or beer as well. Overall it was an A+!

Growing up in Chino Hills, I spent a lot of time at The Commons, where The Boiler is located. I was…read morealways stopping by places like Tastea, Souplantation, or Hobby Lobby, but somehow I never actually went into The Boiler. That finally changed last night when my sister and I spontaneously decided to try it. From the outside it always looked so cozy, so we finally decided it was time to give it a try. When we walked in, we were pleasantly surprised by the warm and charming interior. It honestly feels like such a cute date night spot. We were greeted by Ada, who ended up being one of the best servers we have ever had in Chino Hills. Since it was close to closing and not very busy, she asked if we wanted to sit near the boiler counter where the action happens or at a table for a little more privacy. We chose a table so we could take in the whole restaurant. Ada walked us through the menu, explained their spice level system from 0 to 10, and pointed out some of their most popular dishes. She was incredibly patient, answered all of our questions, and made us feel really taken care of. As someone who used to work as a server myself, I know how rare it is to see someone so genuinely invested in making sure guests have a great experience. We decided to share their most popular dish, the House Pan Roast at spice level 5. Ada mentioned that the dinner portion is pretty large and great for sharing, which was absolutely true. We added an extra side of rice and it ended up being the perfect amount. They started us off with complimentary bread and butter, which was pillowy soft and delicious. Our pan roast came out quickly and it was amazing. My sister and I both agreed that the base tasted like the perfect mix between a creamy tomato bisque and the Kickin' sauce from Kickin' Crab. It was rich, savory, and packed with flavor. There was a generous amount of scallops and shrimp, and the shrimp were especially sweet and fresh. If you like creamy seafood soups, you will probably love this. It is the kind of hearty Saturday night meal that feels satisfying without being overly heavy. Ada checked on us several times to make sure everything tasted good and even asked if we wanted any spice adjustments. Overall, the House Pan Roast was a total 10 out of 10 flavor bomb. We finished the meal with the yuzu sherbet, which was sweet, citrusy, and super refreshing. This ended up being one of the best dining experiences we have had in Chino Hills. It reminded me why coming back to our hometown can feel so special.

The place is small, cozy nice. Love the spot. Was recommended…read more Their food is really a mix of everything. So I have tried most of the kinds. They cook a bit slow, but I think was worth it. Walnuts shrimp, fried rice was great. Their bbq strew was good too. Order a combo. Was the house sauce. Was really good, diff from other restaurants. It's unique. I had the lobster pasta. Maybe this was wasn't for me. It's more Westen favor and I expected more a little Asian kick. Over all the experience is great. Price is right. I sure be going back again!

I don't super recommend the plain garlic flavor. It's kind of dull and one note but if you love…read moregarlic, there's a shi ton of garlic in this boil. Crawfish looked huge but it's all in their head Cucumbers 10/10 - flavor was amazingggg. It's not too spicy for those who can barely tolerate spice but really good flavor Place is kind of small but no wait at all. Ambiance is like one of those seafood boil spots. Service was good.

Always a good experience Fish I always fried to perfection…read moreand tasty Service is solid Ambiance isn't too shabby I suggest calling your order in because sometimes the wait times gets insane but this is my go to spot whenever I crave fried fish

I was in the neighborhood for work. I ordered the lunch special. Available M-F 10am-4pm for $10.50…read more Includes 4 pieces of fish, 3 hush puppies, 3 pieces of shrimp, fries and soda. I also got a side of oysters and a soft shell crab. It was a 20 minute wait. I was already there and paid, but was really contemplating asking for a refund. The guy was not very customer service forward. He was like a robot. Not very emotional. Just going through the motions. While waiting, I struck up a conversations with other customers waiting. They love the food. There's only the man and I assume his wife cooking the food. My food was finally ready. No inside seating so I went outside where there are two picnic benches with umbrellas. My food was not hot. Like it was sitting there a bit. The food was still delicious. I guess sorta glad it wasn't hot as I had to scarf down my food since my lunch is only 30 minutes. I did put it in the toaster oven when I got home later for dinner. The place was busy. Lots of people coming in. One of the other customers told me to call it in next time so I didn't have to wait so long. Go in for the food, not the service.

The food is still really good. Been going for years. The chicken is always really good but this…read moretime I went with the pork chops. Food was great. No complaints about that. It's just the area is not the greatest but it is what it is.

I went to Day Day's BBQ & Waffle House and ordered Ron C's seafood combo, which was supposed to…read morecome with red snapper, shrimp, catfish, oysters, and hushpuppies. My order didn't come with the oysters or the hushpuppies, and another order at our table was also missing hushpuppies. After I got home, I called about the missing items and was told they were out of oysters. They also said the hushpuppies were forgotten and told me to let them know next time and they would take care of it. The seafood was seasoned well and tasted good overall. The only downside for me was the dark part in the fish (the bloodline), which has a stronger taste and isn't my preference. For sides, I had greens and candied yams. The greens were a little bland and needed more seasoning, and the yams were just okay--not very sweet. Someone with me ordered oxtails, mac and cheese, and collard greens. The oxtails were actually pretty good, but the mac and cheese wasn't for me (I don't usually like mac and cheese). The collard greens were just okay. The wait time was about 25-30 minutes, which they did mention ahead of time. One thing to note is that when we went, it was cash only because the card machine wasn't working. They accepted Zelle, but it would be helpful to have a sign posted. The place is small, but the customer service was great. Our waitress was very nice and attentive, and the staff overall seemed on point. Overall, the food was decent, but nothing that would make me come back.