This is, hands down, the best dim sum I've had in Napa--and honestly, one of the best I've had…read moreanywhere in the Bay Area. The food is incredibly authentic, and the service is absolutely outstanding. I've already been here two weekends in a row! The first weekend, the selection was a little limited, but this weekend they added so many more dishes, which made the experience even better. And the weekend deal is honestly unbelievable--only $30 for all-you-can-eat dim sum, plus unlimited mimosas or house wine! You really can't beat that. It's surprisingly hard to find dim sum this authentic with service this friendly and attentive. I'll definitely be coming back again and again. They also have Peking duck, which I haven't tried yet. That's definitely on my list for my next visit. I can't wait!

I'm Impressed with Empress M. To start, the establishment seems much larger on the inside than it…read moreappears on the outside. Besides the beautiful outdoor dining courtyard, the inside houses a sports bar, a VIP dining room, and a casual dining rooms for your selection. As a conneseur of fine, authentic Chinese food, the menu was very impressive. When you see chicken feet on the menu, you know it's authentic! In addition to the chicken feet, we also ordered the Peking duck, mapo tofu, and a few different types of dim sum. (Sorry I wasn't able to post any photos. But I did notice that the menu we saw had a little more than what other customers posted on Yelp.). Bottom line, the food was simply fantastic. Chef's kiss!!! Last, but not least, the staff is phenomenal. We were waited on by 3 different employees, each of whom gave impeccable service. Although all 3 were great, we have to give a special shout out to Jesse. He shared his creativity with us from his delicious cocktail creations to his AI-generated memory photos, which IMO would be any customer's novel reminder of their wonderful dining experience at Empress M. We will definitely be back!

We ordered one express meal, beef chow fun, and some dim sum to go. Everything was delicious, and…read morethe service was great! We also got the Hong Kong-style milk tea over ice, which was the perfect drink to go with our meal. I really love this restaurant and definitely want to come back to dine in next time! I love the overall look of the restaurant.

After church, we were craving dim sum and decided to try this place because of its high Yelp…read moreratings. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to our expectations. We ordered shrimp dumplings with cilantro, shrimp dumplings, Siu Mai, shrimp and scallop dumplings, and deep-fried shrimp balls. The dumplings didn't taste fresh, and I noticed what appeared to be premade dumplings being taken from the refrigerator and reheated or refried. They also only offered white or red vinegar instead of the traditional Chinese black vinegar with ginger. To top it off, the dim sum was quite pricey at around $9 per order, which felt expensive considering the quality. Perhaps the positive reviews are more reflective of their $9 lunch specials, but based on our experience, the dim sum was underwhelming and not worth the price. Unfortunately, we won't be returning.

Let me start with the staff. They immediately offered the front patio dining since we had our…read moredoggie with us and this is where they offer their happy hour menu. Sunday - Thursday 3-5 pm. A bit close to the street so can be noisy from traffic but if you grab a few drinks the noise surprisingly diminishes!?!? I give the wait staff 5 stars for their efforts and attentiveness. The front patio was drenched in sun so they offered to bring out an umbrella for us, nice! Courteous and with smiles they catered to our requests . Additionally they came by "very often" to check on us to see if we needed anything. So there are two Morimoto's. Morimoto Asia is at the foot of the 3rd street bridge over the Napa River. The original Morimoto is further down the water front. The Asia location has more Asian inspired flavors (Chinese?) while the original has more of the Japanese influences. We came here to try their Happy Hour menu. Various drinks and cocktails at Happy hour prices. We were not disappointed in any way. Please visit them soon and enjoy! Cocktails to start. Lychee-Tini and Hennessy VSOP The Lychee drink refreshing, not overly sweet or alcoholic. Ordered the Hennessy neat so what more do I need to say? Nice deep rich cognac flavors. Sticky Ribs. Super tender and served boneless. Happy hour menu is for one rib so you may need to order multiple for your party. Karaage Cod, bit in the salty side but a good portion size dish. But is was tasty and delicious.

The service was good. We didn't need to wait long for the food. There was hardly anyone there for…read moredinner on a weeknight. No reservations, no wait. We ordered the chili chili chicken, the orange chicken, the green beans, cucumber salad, and gyoza. The chili chicken used to be boneless. It was much better boneless. Each piece of meat has more exposure to the chili and it gives a nice burn. The way this was prepared, it was ok, but really wasn't spicy. We were disappointed in that. Everything else was wonderful. Though the cocktails weren't as amazing as the last time we were here. I like that they have indoor and outdoor seating, and even indoors feels spacious. It was a great place to be able to catch up with friends we hadn't seen in a long time. Looks like they can accommodate big groups too.

I've driven by a million times but never even noticed it. Well, a friend recommended it, so I gave…read moreit a shot. The short version is... it's good. Not amazing or standout but definitely solid, you get a good serving of food, and hey, it's even affordable! Also very clean inside and the employees were friendly. No complaints.

Food was good but I was the only person there so it was very sterile and not a fun meal. Service…read morewas ok. Not sure I would go back.

Went here a few weeks ago with my girlfriend, and it was my first time visiting. It had also been…read morequite a while since I'd had dim sum. Everyone was really nice and professional, and the food came out super fast. Everything we tried was delicious, and the price for what you get is excellent! The seating area is on the smaller side, but it never felt cramped. It was clean, cozy, and comfortable. I'll definitely be coming back, probably with my family next time!

Although this is a chain, I hadn't previously been to any of their locations. I was actually quite…read morehappy with their Pork XLB. Even for the ones I didn't eat until towards the end of the meal, there was still a good amount of soup inside that didn't get absorbed by the meat or wrap. You order at a tablet, located at each table, for dine in orders. You can also specify if you want certain items to go, which was perfect because we were eating some things there and taking some items to family. We ordered the following for there: Pork XLB, Shrimp Pork Shaomai, Garlic Green Beans, and Chocolate XLB. The following was ordered to go: Wonton Soup, Pork Bun & BBQ Pork Bun. It's not a huge space, most of the tables are on the left side of the restaurant. A large portion is the food prep / behind the counter area. I had the milk tea to drink. It was fine, nothing special, but I hadn't had one in a while so I enjoyed it with my meal. I also thought the Chocolate XLB was interesting. It was melted/gooey chocolate inside the skin/wrap. It was a nice finish to the meal. I think most of the items were more a 4 for me, but since I loved the XLB so much, it's a 5 rating.

The food here is amazingly fresh and awesome. My boyfriend…read moretook me here for the first time and he told me that there's one in Roseville and one in Rancho Cordova California. I definitely will be going back again. The service was nice and the ambience was very homey but a little bit noisy.

Woke up craving dim sum, so we decided to stop by 88 Bao Bao, and it definitely satisfied the…read morecraving. Ordering is simple -- you place your order at the counter first, and if you're dining in, they'll get a table ready for you afterward. The process felt organized and quick, which I appreciated since we were hungry. Once seated, the table was already stocked with chili oil, garlic sauce, and vinegar so you can mix your own dipping sauce to your liking. They also have disposable utensils available if you prefer, but they still provide regular plates, forks, and small sauce dishes, which made everything feel more comfortable for dining in. Our food came out pretty quickly, which was a pleasant surprise. We ordered the pork & shrimp siomai, shrimp hakau, and Shanghai chow mein with chicken. Everything tasted fresh, hot, and flavorful. The dumplings were juicy and well-seasoned, and the chow mein had a good balance of noodles, chicken, and seasoning without feeling greasy. Overall, this spot is a great option when you want a quick dim sum fix. We got really lucky and there was no wait when we came for lunch on a Sunday. The ordering process is easy, the food comes out fast, and the flavors definitely deliver. I'd come back again when the dim sum cravings hit.

I had just been at the Yelp East Bay Community Event!!!…read more It was Dinner Time and I was hungry!!! So I walked across the street to King Valley Tea House!!! I was Greeted and Seated by the Cashier!!! I perused the Menu and Ordered Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings, Fried Calamari and Black Bean Sauce Pork Ribs!!! The Waitress Brought me a Pot Of Tea and a Glass of Ice Water!!! Fifteen Minutes later my Food was delivered to my Table!!! It was a Nice Presentation and Good Sized portions!! Flavors were Fantastic and Delicious!! Service was Good!! This is a Baller On A Budget Approved Establishment!!! I keep my Pimp Hands Strong!!! Number 34. Out of the 55 Most Prolific Yelp Elites of 2025!!!!

Very good ! Spacious and food was yummy …read more My favorite was the pan fried noodles and walnut prawns

A friend of mine told me that this place competes with a famous chicken place in SF. When she said…read morethat the chicken here was better, I took her word for it and I was BLOWN AWAY! The chicken is so crispy on the outside, the sauce is well balanced and flavorful, and the meat in the wings are so tender. Its honestly the perfect chicken wing! The restaurant is in a little plaza off of the Sonoma exit in Vallejo. They have plenty of seats indoors, and when I went a second time to grab me more chicken around lunch time, it was PACKED. This place is actually poppin'!

Decent customer service. You seat yourself and someone will come to you shortly to take your order…read more(dine in or to go). The tables were clean, no distasteful smell and the floor was clean. The food was good. Tasteful, nothing over or under cooked and hot upon arrival (smoking hot) The good to know there is a good solid food spot in Vallejo. Definitely perfect to go pick up on a Friday or Saturday night Will I return? Of course #RoadTrip

I ordered take out for the family and everyone loved the food…read more Kids enjoyed chicken chow mein and beef teriyaki. I had braised tofu with vegetables and chicken fried rice. To-Go Menu is posted below. I'll definitely order from here again as there are tons of leftovers. It was easy to order by phone 707-658-1866 and the menu is also on Facebook.

UPDATE mid-May 2026…read more They've reopened a few days a week due to popular demand! They were focused on their catering for a bit. No hot pot until the winter. Only open on weekends. Lunch is takeout only. Yay! Their bbq pork is their specialty along with other roasted meats.

The variety of foods available is limited in comparison to their larger restaurant…read more We ordered the following: * Spicy chicken wing - dry but still flavorful. * Shumai dim sum - was filled with meat, especially when dipped in hot sauce. * Wood ear salad - a flavor mix of tangy, spicy, and crunchy textures. * Red sauce wonton- is a must-try for its spicy flavor. * Sesame balls- six pieces bite sized. Taste buds delight. Service, after ordering, the lady in the cashier pointed her finger to the tip screen before selecting the payment method. This happened to us in multiple days when we visited. Inside the Oxbow Market, plenty of tables. We sat at the Merchant and cheese table which requires a bottle of their wine. Overall, the food was of good quality.

Shut. It. Down. I feel so insulted…read more Please don't be the only Asian business at oxbow and f*!% it up so bad. Frozen, reheated food for the same price of anything you can get just a few steps away? Even my 4 year old could tell. Gross. Shut it down!