Justin, our server, really went above and beyond to help celebrate a birthday dinner. Would…read moredefinitely recommend.

Pasadena, CA - Delicious Asian fusion food. Love the ambiance and the seats were comfy! Everything…read morewe order tasted delicious. Prices were a little on the high side but it's a great dining experience. I loved their fried rice, the string beans and the dessert. I would go back if I were in the area again!

I've been here with my coworkers so many times now that I've lost count. It's one of those…read morerestaurants where we've never had a bad experience and the food and service are consistent. It's one of the default lunch spots for us when we can't decide where else to go and everyone likes their food. The one negative I can point out is the parking situation. It does fill up and sometimes difficult to find a parking spot during busy times. We just have to plan to have our lunches a little earlier and carpool from our office. And yes, the glass the teas come in are humongous.

We called ahead to place a pickup order hoping to try their dumplings. Once we arrived, the service…read morewas extremely good for just coming to pick up food. They opened and closed the door for us which was a nice touch because it was busy inside. We ordered the pork ramen, pork buns, and pork soup dumplings. On to the food! Pork Ramen: 3/5 They give you a hefty amount of noodles and pork. They use a thin noodle here which pairs well with the broth. I truly do believe this was around average for ramen as the flavor in the broth was not as strong or savory. The highlight of the entire entree was definitely the pork, which was tender and flavorful. I probably would not order this again. Pork bun: 5/5 The pork buns were soft and fluffy, almost too good looking to eat. There was the right amount of soup and meat inside that made for a wonderful bite full of flavor. Not dry at all. Would recommend ordering this if you visit. Pork Dumplings: 5/5 The star of the show, the dumplings. They were soft and just like the buns, they had the right amount of soup + meat which made for a delicious bite every time. My toddler even ate some and she's usually super picky about meat. Overall, I'd definitely recommend coming here for the other noodles, the dumplings, and buns. You can skip on the ramen. I would 100% come back here to dine in. Quick note that parking gets full pretty quick here.

The place is nice, good food, good service, a bit hard to find parking but will come againread more

The service was bombastic. Food was pristine. Seating choice was key. The ambiance was ambiancingread more

This is a great little lunch spot we've been going to, inside a small strip mall. The Big Wang…read more(beef or whatever protein you choose) is a hit for a reason - it's just that good! Also the Ssam lettuce wraps and Chalote Corn Ribs are just perfect tasty snacks. You order at the counter and they bring the food to your table. Very simple but efficient. There's bakery items sometimes as well, and lots of drinks. Just can't go wrong here

Big fan!! The cheesesteak fries are awesome. Fries were cooked perfectly and the topping's were…read moreeverything I was craving. The popcorn chicken was hot, juicy and had a nice coating. The staff were very nice and helpful. Service was the gold standard! Will be back for more. I have my eyes set on the carnitas nachos and the Birria ramen.

They have good lunch specials. And if you want Indonesian food they have it. Always find good eats…read more Love there mango sticky rice.

10/31/25 Friday Came…read morewith a group for dinner on Halloween night so unsurprisingly, it was completely empty except for us. They have an extensive menu as they serve both Thai and Indonesian food. I would say maybe some dishes are even beyond that extending to other southeast Asian regions. I ordered a beef curry soup/stew dish. It was delicious and comforting. It comes with rice and shrimp chips. My partner ordered seafood fried rice and this was surprisingly good as well. Our party ordered so many different dishes and the restaurant still delivered. Normally I avoid restaurants with too long of a menu because I feel like they're doing too much, but this one somehow pulls it off. They also have southeast Asian snacks and foods for sale on the side too, making it feel like a mini grocery store too. We came cold and starving so I'm glad the food came out quick and piping hot. Parking is plentiful. I'd definitely return when I'm craving authentic Indonesian/Thai/Malaysian food.

Recommend coming early to join the waitlist especially with a bigger party. But it's a good thing…read moreit's in a plaza so you can visit the other stores or play claw machines while waiting. Free matcha ice cream after your meal is definitely their biggest plus that most people enjoy. Liked how they had a lot of different broth options in comparison to other places. However their seafood/meat/veggie selections is very limited and didn't have enoki mushrooms.

Not worth it!! I have tried over 10 malatang/hotpot places across LA & OC, and if you're looking…read morefor the classic mala rich broth this place DOES NOT have it!! The broth is so bland and the spice has no flavor. Like it's just red peppers, not like your usual chili oil/mala spice. Overall, anyone can make malatang at home and that would be better than this place. Especially for $20-25/per pot this is NOT WORTH your moneyy. To make things worse the ice cream machine was not working and we didn't get anything. Which, aren't I paying for that too indirectly? It felt like a huge waste of money and time. The workers are kind and the bar selection is good, but the core of malatang the BROTH is so bad. I would not come again.

There's a special kind of old-school restaurant in the Chinese communities of Los Angeles--places…read morethat have been around long before the dining scene became as diverse as it is today, with a few signature dishes that keep people coming back for years. WeChat Cafe in El Monte is exactly that kind of place. Open for many years, it's a beloved spot for generations of immigrants and one of my favorite Hong Kong-style cafés in LA. Ever since I first moved here, it has been my comfort-food destination whenever I'm craving authentic Hong Kong flavors. From Hong Kong-style steaks and sizzling Western-Chinese fusion dishes to wok-fried noodles and rice, the portions are generous and the prices are incredibly reasonable. Recently, they introduced a selection of special-value rice plates, and after several visits with friends, I can honestly say the food still tastes just as good as I remembered--while the prices feel like they came from another era. Some standout dishes: Thai Basil Minced Pork Rice ($6.99) A milder version that suits Cantonese tastes perfectly. Packed with flavorful minced pork and incredibly satisfying with rice. Char Siu & Fried Egg Rice ($8.99) The char siu was surprisingly high quality despite the budget-friendly price. Crispy on the outside, tender inside, with a delicious honey-glazed flavor. A truly comforting dish. Scallion Oil Mixed Grill Platter ($14.99) WeChat Cafe is well known for its grilled pork chops, chicken chops, and steaks. The scallion oil adds a wonderful Hong Kong-style twist that makes this dish unforgettable. Slightly more expensive than the specials, but absolutely worth it. And of course, no visit is complete without their famous roasted pork knuckle. It remains just as impressive as ever--crispy, golden skin with juicy, flavorful meat inside. Honestly, it rivals some of the pork knuckles I've had in Germany. The menu is extensive and even includes traditional Hong Kong-style breakfast options. Despite being in Los Angeles, WeChat Cafe still captures the essence of a classic Hong Kong cha chaan teng: delicious food, generous portions, and amazing value. These days, $6.99 barely buys a trendy milk tea, yet here it can still get you a full meal. Restaurants like this are becoming rare. If you appreciate authentic Hong Kong comfort food and old-school hospitality, this is a place worth supporting and cherishing.

Going there with a friend to try out the place I never had. Picked him up and went to the…read morerestaurant. It was close to 12 pm for lunch time. A guy waiter sat us down. He was talking cantonese with the other waitress. Then we called him for our order. We both ordered chicken steak with pork chop. There wasn't much customers there. Only 4 to 5. We waited like 10 minutes. I try get the waiter but there weren't anyone around. The female waitress is gone and so was the guy waiter. Only lunch time they should be busy and there aren't any waiter or waitress. I think the owner or manager came out and I told her what happened to out drink and meal. She went back to the kitchen and got my drink only and went back to get my friend's drink. Talk about bad service. Then we waited another minute only 1 dish was ready. I gave it to my friend 1st cause he was hungry. I waited and then flag the female manager and asked what happened to my order. She said the cook cooked the food 1 at the time. Another 3 to 5 minutes went by and they finally got my order. I asked my friend how was his food. He said it was to oily. I think it was because of the green onion with oil. They put a lot. I saw mine it was also the same. The spoon handle on mine was full of oil. I just put the fork on the small plate and used the fork and knife. I ate some of my food and took home the pork chop. I asked for the bill from the guy waiter. He came by with a tablet. My friend took out money and I told him it was my turn. The waiter took his money cause he took out $100 and I took out $50. Of course the waiter took the $100 instead of mine. Then he said he will take $8 dollar for tip. We did not hear him. When he came back he just gave $50 back to my friend. Then my friend told me about it. I was pissed. I was going to give him $5 for the service only. For the service we had. That place wasn't busy at lunch time. The cook could have cook 2 chicken steaks at the same time and 2 pork chop at the same time and it would be faster. Not one at a time. Forget about going back. Waste of time and bad service. I don't like business take tip with the customer's knowing it.

I thought this restaurant was going to be similar to a lot of the other Chinese "bistros" or…read more"cafes" around this 626 area, but this one is really a step above, with more personable staff, with a longtime manager/owner who cares about the food and the customers. We had the seafood pasta which was very tasty. The sauce has plenty of flavor and kick, and there is a lot of fresh seafood provided, including mussels and shrimp. Also had the lamb chops, which is one of their most popular dishes, and I can see why. The lamb was cooked perfectly, soft juicy, super easy to eat. I loved that there was chimichurri sauce provided on the side and it went well with everything, including the mashed potatoes and vegetables. This is definitely worth a revisit for any future special occasions!

Pros -food came out on time…read moreCons -seafood pasta had seafood that tasted old and not fresh -pricey at $33 for pasta -the garlic bread was stale Rating 2/10