I've been coming here at least once a week for the past five months, and this place continues to…read moreimpress every single time. The service is consistently great... attentive, efficient, and genuinely welcoming. Fair warning for anyone new to Sichuan cuisine, the dominant flavor is "spicy". That said, the dishes are not just about heat... they're layered, aromatic, and incredibly well-balanced. Every dish I've tried has been outstanding, both in flavor and presentation. If you're a fan of bold, authentic flavors and reliable service, this spot is definitely worth visiting. Tip - If you're new to the cuisine, I strongly recommend getting everything MILD spicy. I've been told by some of my colleagues that MILD spicy is still pretty spicy, so be warned. With that said, strongly recommend the dishes below. Lamb with Cumin 11/10 - My favorite dish here by far. Aromatic, flavorful, and the spices are just on point. Dan Dan Noodles 9/10 - Solid and consistently good. The sauce is properly seasoned and truly compliments the perfectly cooked noodles. Shredded Cabbage with Pork 9/10 - Not to be confused with twice cooked pork. This dish is so simple and bland looking, but it's packed with flavor... so good! Garlic Pork Belly 8/10 - This is a cold dish. The meat was perfectly cooked and properly coated in chili oil. Solid and consistently good. Kung Pao Chicken 8/10 - In my opinion, it's an elevated Kung Pao Chicken. Solid and consistently good.

This place is crazy good. When you think of Szechuan food you're probably thinking SPICE, but you…read morecan adjust the heat of most of the dishes here so you're not frying your tongue off. It can get really busy, though, so expect to wait or just call in your order and take your food to go. I recommend the soy sauce tofu with beef dish. It's fire. Massive W. Gen Z words. Good.

fav ramen spot…read more yummmmmmmmy ramen delicious broth nice servers and fast service hate the big tree in the middle of the highe chair seats, not tall/short people friendly, you gotta be 5'5-5'7 to be comfortable sitting there love this place though always praying for no line

Wow . This was boots down some of the best ramen I've had in the states. Slay…read more In all seriousness - the food was fast, hot, delicious, and the service and ambiance were both exceptional. Wish we had a place of this caliber in Pittsburgh....

Food and service were phenomenal!! And it wasn't too pricey. Doesn't break the bank to feed a…read morefamily of six!

Dan Modern left a great impression on the table…read more Ordered the following: 1. Baby Bok Choy 2. Chicken Lo Mien 3. Shrimp Fried Rice 4. Pork/Crab XLB Everything tasted amazing and well prepared. The prices are premium, the quality matches! Enjoyed every dish!

Stumbled upon this ramen restaurant with my wife and wow it was such a good decision to visit…read moreduring a weekend lunch. It wasn't busy when we arrived but it got quite busy during our meal. Staff here is great. They're professional, friendly, and quick. Interior is also very spacious and there's plenty of tables for a ramen restaurant standard. Love the darker vibes as well. We ordered the Yuzu Shio Ramen($15.99) and Tonkotsu Ramen($16.99) for our own bowls and the snowy karaage fried chicken ($7.99) to share. The two ramen bowls were extremely delicious. Portions are very much standard which is great. Presentation is always a high standard when it comes to ramen and this restaurant upholds that standard. The flavoring were just perfect, nothing too overwhelming and not too salty as well which is always great to see. Love each and every bite. The karaage are absolutely delicious. One of the best I've ever eaten. Deep fried served with mayonnaise which adds tons of flavoring. Even without the mayo, it's very flavorful regardless, the snowy flakes adds a bit of texture to each bite as well which makes this a top tier dish. Highly recommend. Overall, a great ramen restaurant. We left the restaurant very fulfilled and excited to add this to the list of top restaurants in California. Loved each and every bite on top of the fast service, high quality ramen is not easy to replicate but Sato does a great job at it. There's a reason why they're top 100 California Ramen restaurants ranked at #48. Excited to visit again to try other ramen bowls.

Stopped by Sato Ramen House after work with a coworker and had a wonderful dining experience from…read morestart to finish. We were greeted immediately upon arrival and seated right away. The restaurant is bright, spacious, and welcoming, and the aroma of the simmering broth filled the air the moment we walked in. I ordered the Yuzu Shio Ramen with charred tonkatsu, which was fantastic. The char on the pork added a wonderful smoky flavor that complemented the light, citrusy broth and noodles beautifully. My coworker ordered the Beef Curry and Rice with a Vegetable Korokke and thoroughly enjoyed her meal as well. One of the highlights of our visit was the Black Truffle Chawanmushi. It was absolutely divine! The silky steamed egg combined with shrimp, scallops, and the rich truffle sauce created layers of incredible umami flavor. Every bite was comforting, flavorful, and beautifully balanced. To share, we ordered the tofu and seaweed salad along with the garlic edamame. The garlic edamame is a must-order. The sauce was so flavorful that I honestly wouldn't mind eating a bowl of rice topped with just that garlic sauce. It was that good! Overall, the food was delicious, the service was friendly and efficient, and everything came out quickly. Sato Ramen House definitely left a great impression, and I look forward to coming back to try more dishes from their menu.

Mama Lu Dumpling House is my favorite Chinese spot in the area. The dumplings are amazing, which is…read moreexactly what you hope for when going to a place known for them. You really cannot go wrong with the xiao long bao, steamed buns, or any of their other dumpling offerings. Beyond the dumplings, they have a lot of other dishes I really enjoy. Some of my favorites are the beef rolls, spicy wontons, green onion pancake, chow fun, orange chicken, and chow mein noodles. The noodles are especially good and, importantly, not overly greasy or oily, which can sometimes be an issue at other places. The prices are also competitive, especially considering the portions and quality of the food. It is the kind of place where you can order a good spread, share a bunch of dishes, and feel like you got a solid meal for the money. I also love that they bring out sugared peanuts when you sit down. It is a small touch, but a really nice one. The restaurant has plenty of seating, though service can be a bit slow at times, so good luck flagging down a waiter when it gets busy. You can also tell they are a high-volume dumpling restaurant because there is often steam in the dining room, which can make the restaurant feel a little warm at times. A couple of practical heads-ups: the tables are on the smaller side and can get crowded quickly if you order a lot of dishes, so just be mindful if you are planning to feast. You will also likely need to park in one of the structures around the area, but there is a large parking structure right across the street and plenty of parking options around Old Town. Overall, Mama Lu is a great spot with excellent dumplings, solid noodles, competitive prices, and a menu that keeps me coming back. Definitely one of my go-to places in Pasadena.

Fairly busy on a Sunday noon. Usually go to the SGV ones but happened to bed in the area. Got the…read morefood quickly. 1. Xiao long bao: good as usual. Better than DTF 2. Seafood crispy noodle: doesn't taste the same or as good as SGV. Didn't like the fish cake 3. Westlake soup: overall good 4. Steamed chicken with green onion: a little salty but flavor was still good. For some reason it came this red onion. They did remove it from the bill when we asked about the green onions. Overall 3.5. Not sure if the recipes have changed or it's just this location. Would rather go to SGV location

We picked the perfect time for a late lunch one table available and within 10 minutes it was just…read moreus til the next round of customers arrived. Yummy soup and noodles. Today I ordered no spice and added chili oil, soy sauce, and vinegar to my spice level. I think next time I will pick mild just to jazz it up a little. Obviously we will return when we visit so cal again.

yummy and authentic taste. make sure you order the thinnest noodle though! the thick ones don't…read morehold flavor well. very friendly staff and interior is very clean :) they got a big tv with repetitive tiktoks and shorts playing

Came in for a quick dinner and loved it. The ingredient selection is great, and you'll find the…read morestandards without anything too fancy. And honestly, it's hard to complain when you get to customize your own bowl! The space was practically sterile, which I actually find to not be the case with many hot pot restaurants, so this was a very nice and welcome surprise. Only gripe with the place is the price. It comes out to $15.99 per pound, which is quite expensive for raw ingredients. A single bowl could easily run you $20.

I may just not be the target audience for this style of hot pot, but this order didn't really work…read morefor me. I expected the spicy broth to have more heat and depth, but it tasted very mild, and I had to stir around the bottom of the container to find much flavor. The lamb also had a strong gamey smell that I noticed even before opening the takeout. That said, the service was warm, friendly, and fast, and the location is convenient. It may be a good spot for people who prefer a lighter, milder hot pot, but based on this order, it's hard for me to find a reason to go back.

What the Seoul? It's a bit of Koreatown in Old Town Pasadena in a warehouse-sized bar/restaurant…read morewith 200 TVs! This pocha (Korean-style pub) has got it going on. Super friendly staff will find you a great table and, from there, you are on your own. All ordering by tablet! Soju and Cass beer of course, and bring your appetite. Bar food galore which is actually pretty good. Must gets are the corn cheese, tteokbokki (chewy rice cakes in spicy sauce), steamed egg, fried chicken and seafood pancake. This place is perfect for groups or just a date for two. Dang, I could eat a whole tray of that corn cheese. City lot right across the street for hassle-free parking; that's one thing about the "real" Koreatown you won't miss.

Wow. Just wow... 1…read more Mediocre food, at best. 2. Our table received no service. We had to keep moving emptied plates around and reaching across the table to get to the food, almost like navigating a minefield, while different servers kept walking past us. I could not understand why the service was so poor, but when I received the check, I realized that the gratuity had already been included. 3. As I was leaving the restroom, I saw a man come out of a stall, walk straight out without washing his hands, head directly into the kitchen, and put on an apron. I'll never set a foot there ever again.