Reasonably cute place in 626 for a decent meal, with a house special fried rice that's solid but undistinguished and an unexpectedly good bean curd noodle. Sheng jian bao are liable to shoot hot juice so be careful when taking that first bite - they're not bad but like the fried rice, not particularly memorable. Parking in the shared lot of the strip mall gets busy but you can usually find a space, and the overall experience isn't bad. read more

Auntie Qiu Kitchen - Bean curd glass noodle soup. - Shanghainese Near Me - Arcadia, California

We got here on Easter Sunday right before peak dinner time and got seated right away. We got the pan fried dumplings (must get) and the dumplings in soup (it's in a clay pot)! Be careful of the hot soup in the pan fried dumplings - very authentic! They have a wide selection on the menu - definitely try their best sellers! Check out the interior decor while you are there! Super vintage feel! You can watch them make the dumplings too! read more

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Our go to for Xiao long Bao and Xian Jian Bao. My 10nyear old son ate 18!! They make them fresh and I haven't found a place in LA that has Xian Jian Bao that rivals shang hai! read more

Overall, my experience was positive here. The food was decent, the service was fine, and I appreciate that they will give you a 5% discount if you pay with cash. Also, parking is easily obtained in the adjacent lot. I would definitely return here. read more

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Food came out fast and delicious. It's very authentic shanghai restaurant. The service was good. I like the crab XLB and the braised pork with quail. The first thing that stands out is the balance of sweetness and savoriness. Braised pork is glossy and slow-cooked until the fat melts into the meat. The pan fried soup dumpling was really juicy and has a great crunch at the bottom. read more

We stopped by this little Shanghai restaurant for a quick lunch and were so pleasantly surprised! We ordered the noodles and wontons (云吞), and both were amazing -- comforting, flavorful, and full of that true homemade taste. The noodles were perfectly chewy, tossed in just the right amount of savory sauce -- not greasy at all. You can tell they make them fresh. The wontons were delicate, filled with juicy pork and shrimp, floating in a light but flavorful broth that felt like a warm hug. Service is good and you can see the chef master making the one that right beside you. read more

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So good! Get the bean kruller and xia long bao. So cute they make it in view of patrons. Def recommend.

This will become my go-to siao long bao and pan-fried bao from now on. The prices are so reasonable and the food is so tasty. We were so hungry that we forgot to take pictures until the dessert. I usually don't order dessert at a restaurant, but decided to try the Coconut Lava balls (name might be incorrect), and it was the best and happy ending :D The balls are served hot; crispy on the outside and chewy-mochi bite on the inside with not-too-sweet coconut tapioca cream. Staff are limited, but they're efficient and very pleasant. Bye bye Din Tai Fung. No more overpriced siao long bao or tiny plate of fried rice for me. read more

Auntie Qiu Kitchen - Coconut Lava balls... so good. Hot and crispy outside with chewy mochi bite and not too sweet coconut tapioca cream. - Shanghainese Near Me - Arcadia, California

Located near the Shops at Santa Anita is a heartwarming restaurant named Auntie Qiu Kitchen. From their Panfried Pork Buns, Pork Soup Dumplings, and Noodle Soup- so authentic and delicious! The workers are so kind and check up frequently. read more

Auntie Qiu Kitchen - Pork Dumpling Soup - Shanghainese Near Me - Arcadia, California

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This location is in Arcadia next to 99 Ranch Market. Parking is plentiful in the parking lot. Sunright is also next door. I think this is a good place to get Shanghainese food. There are no frills. If you pay cash, you get a discount. I was here for dinner, and they ran out of some items already! I ended up getting a noodle soup, which was so delicious on a cold night. The black sesame mochi roll was actually really delectable. I recommend sharing this because it gets carb-y. There is one restroom in the back. Credit card is accepted. read more

Auntie Qiu Kitchen - black sesame mochi roll - Shanghainese Near Me - Arcadia, California

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My family and I happened to discover this restaurant and ordered several dishes, including the braised pork, mapo tofu, Shanghai rice cakes, and more. Every dish was absolutely delicious and perfectly seasoned--not overly salty at all. The waiter was exceptionally friendly, attentive, and professional. We had a wonderful dining experience and will definitely be coming back! read more

Love this place! If you're looking for authentic Shanghainese dishes, this is truly the place to be. I'm a foodie, born and raised in China so I definitely have the authority to say how legit this place is. The service here is also great. The staff is super friendly and makes you feel welcome. read more

Auntie Qiu Kitchen - Shanghainese Near Me - Arcadia, California

We came here the first time and it is so good. We always want to try the new one Alhambra. But it is always very busy. So today we have time during the weekday. We will come back for dinner. read more

最推荐他们家的蟹粉小笼包，真的很好吃！汤汁很足，蟹粉味也很香，不会腥，口感很细腻～我自己是南方人，对这种点心比较挑，这家整体来说蛮正宗的 另外烧麦也很不错，馅料饱满，吃起来不会干，配点醋更香～ 餐厅环境也加分，很干净、收拾得很舒服。 而且位置就在大华旁边，吃完还可以顺便去逛逛消食，特别方便 总之是会回来的店，下次还想试试别的点心 read more

My friend and went to dinner and wanted to try this place. Honestly it was really good. Plenty of parking in the plaza with other businesses. It's a small and cozy place. It was a Sunday night and it was pretty empty with only a few tables taken. We got seated right away and were presented with their menus. We ordered the salted soybean milk and this was my first time trying this. I wasn't sure how it was going to taste but I REALLY liked it! It was like a nice balanced warm soup. We also ordered the beef and shrimp fried rice. It was good and filling but nothing impressive. The last thing we got was their steamed pork buns and I think it was actually my favorite soup dumplings. It was nice, soft and soupy. Very rich and bursting with flavor. read more

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Great service and excellent quality tasty. The food was tasty and full of flavor, and everything came out fresh. The environment was clean, comfortable, and nicely decorated. Service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. Would definitely come back. read more

Auntie Qiu Kitchen - Sticky Rice，Bean curd warp pork vermicelli soup, Osmanthus Ice Jelly - Shanghainese Near Me - Arcadia, California

Nice comfy restaurant, good service .. nice tasty food .. was able to try 4 different trays , kids would love the pork chop noodles . read more

Auntie Qiu Kitchen - All done ...lol - Shanghainese Near Me - Arcadia, California

One of the best Chinese food I've found in years 10/10 would come again! The flavors are no over the top + No msg. And you can actually taste how fresh the ingredients are. read more

Tried Auntie Qiu for the first time during breakfast and ordered the savory tofu flower and an egg pancake. The prices are affordable, and the tofu flower was really delicious, but the egg pancake took a long time to come out because the orders got very backed up, and I felt bad taking up a seat when many people had accumulated outside waiting for a table. The interior is well decorated with vintage looking posters. Would be back to try other dishes, but there are some kinks to work out with service and timing which is what bumped it down from a 4 star to a 3 star for me. Food: 4/5 Price: 4/5 Service: 3/5 Ambience: 4/5 read more

Auntie Qiu Kitchen - Savory Tofu Flower - Shanghainese Near Me - Arcadia, California

Very good quality food. Crab and pork dumplings came out soupy and the dough had great texture. Mochi crueler with sesame was not too sweet. Crab roe noodles were very fragrant. read more

Style like Peach Oolong Iced Tea is very tasty and creative. All kinds of Dim Sum are juicy and delicious! Pan Fried Bun and Potsticker must be ordered. Crab Pork Soup Dumpling is my favorites. read more

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When we arrived, there were only 2 tables in the restraunt. Still took them a good 10 minutes to get seated. This slow service was consistent. At one point, we were the ONLY table there and it took us 2 asks for some water and 4 asks for napkins. Every table that came in afterwards waited a good 5 minutes as well with no one around or the workers ignoring them. The Sticky Rice Shumai was bland. While the portion size was large, there was no flavor. Big letdown, as it's one of our favorite dishes in general and we would've bought the frozen bundle here if it turns out good! The noodles were ok. Veggies were slightly undercooked and the pork chop was extremely soggy after being cooked and served in the soup. Developed a sour taste over the course of the meal. The fried rice was solid. Good flavor, but the beef was extremely soft and almost felt like tofu instead of beef. It was a very interesting take on beef fried rice but I don't see is getting it again. This is a small convenient place in a fairly busy plaza, but I wouldn't try this place again unless there are major adjustments. read more

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Reasonably priced Shanghai food, egg pancake is surprisingly large, Shepherd's Purse Rice Cake is refreshing

Food is great. Very authentic Shanghainese food. Service on point. Will definitely come again! read more

Auntie Qiu Kitchen - 红烧肉 - Shanghainese Near Me - Arcadia, California

Tried the pan-fried soup dumplings and wonton soup. The dumplings had a nice crispy bottom with plenty of flavorful broth inside, and the filling was juicy and well-seasoned. The wonton soup was comforting and light, with tender wontons and a clean, savory broth. Solid Shanghai-style comfort food overall--would come back to try more of the menu. read more

First impression upon walking in -- the interior is clean, cute decor, very on theme with the cuisine. The menu is easy to read, with good photos and the first thing I thought was wow, these prices are not bad. I appreciate the recommendations on the menu as well. Ordered: Pan Fried Dumplings - very hot and flavorful. Be careful when you eat this! Shepherds Purse Soup - I liked eating this with a bit of vinegar. But otherwise good on its own. I would come back to try other items! read more

If you're craving authentic Shanghai street food, Auntie Qiu's Kitchen is a hidden gem! The flavors take you straight to the streets of Shanghai - bold, delicious, and comforting. The sticky rice dumplings are interesting. This location doesn't have the Shen Jian Bao. Service is quick. read more

Auntie Qiu Kitchen - Shanghainese Near Me - Arcadia, California

Way way way better than I expected. the auntie whom was our server (she's not the Mrs Qiu) fixed our order and recommended orders we didn't originally pick. She was right: the food was exceptional. Get the water fried bao with the Shanghai Worcestershire sauce. The tofu brain soup is also exceptional. I wish they open for breakfast instead of around lunch. The restaurant is small and a fun place; will definitely look to comeback. read more

Food was 10/10. Service was fast too. And the place is nicely decorated. I would come back read more

Auntie Qiu Kitchen - Green beans and beef. And pork soup dumplings - Shanghainese Near Me - Arcadia, California

I checked this place out today based on its high Yelp reviews, and I was incredibly disappointed. I have no idea why the ratings are so high. They are using inferior meat--the pork had a bad odor, and the duck tasted like a prepackaged meal that had gone slightly sour. The soup was also heavy on the MSG. Frankly, the kitchen doesn't seem to know how to cook, and calling this Shanghai food is an insult to the cuisine. read more

Hands down the best pan fried dumplings I've ever had. Great ambiance too! Meatballs were a thing of beauty. Love every bit of my dinner and will be back for sure! read more

Auntie Qiu Kitchen - Meatballs - Shanghainese Near Me - Arcadia, California

Excellent service and food was delicious! I especially liked the scallion noodles and soup dumplings loaded with extra ginger and vinegar.

Some of the food items were pretty delicious. The staff recommended mini wonton casserole and the soft egg cake which was average and plain tasting. I highly recommend the rice cake with spare ribs! The pan fried dumpling and XLB were pretty good. Service wasn't bad. I like the environment and the decoration. There are two entrances. If you are coming from the back entrance, there is about two steps down, so it's not convenient with people with disabilities or seniors who have mobility concerns. There are no handrails to support them coming down either. read more

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The black sesame mochi bread dessert !!!! Came with friends ! Yum I came with my friends and we had a blast read more

Tastes good! Every dish is fresh, flavorful, and full of heart. The portions are generous, and you can really taste the care in her cooking. The noodle and stir-fried vegetables are my top picks: delicious, comforting, and never too greasy. The place is clean, cozy, and the prices are very reasonable. It's the kind of spot you'll want to keep coming back to. read more

Auntie Qiu Kitchen - Hot Pepper Pork with Noodle Soup / 辣肉丁汤面 - Shanghainese Near Me - Arcadia, California

This is the best hole-in-the wall Chinese restaurant. The service is great and very kind. My boyfriend and I love the crispy xiao long bao and wontons. If I could give it more stars I would! read more

Auntie Qiu Kitchen - 小馄饨 - Shanghainese Near Me - Arcadia, California

The service was great, the food was unique and delicious. The food is authentic Shanghainese cuisine. read more

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Good Shanghainese food. Clean and comfortable setting. The Xiang long Bao (soup dumplings) is much better than Din Tai Fung. The lion head meatball is so soft and flavorful. read more

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Good service and good food. Their PAN FRIED BAO are comparable to Kang Kang Food court. They have a good menu selection with a lot of Vegetarian options as well. I recommend: PAN Fried Bao, Stir Fried Lettuce (yes, lettuce!), Duck pancake roll, and Ostmanthus Jelly. read more

Best Asian food in town!!! Lots of secret menu - ask Auntie Qiu about one of these and she will surprise you. read more

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