Chinatown Express

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Food here was delicious. The veggies are crunchy and fresh. Food here is very well seasoned. The rice noodles are sooo good! The chow mein is delicious! Great customer service! Always very welcoming and gracious. The portions are very generous, and the price is quite fair. There is seating inside. I for one only take it to go. There is also parking available. read more

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The WORST Chinese food I had in my life so far !!! The food tasted like dish washing soap and NOT fresh at all and I'm being very serious here !!! Everything was so bland in my plate that I couldn't even finish it & had to throw it out half way ! AVOID this place at all cost !!! read more

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this place is absolutely delicious! there's a small parking lot where you can park for free. there are tables to eat inside if you'd like, but it seems like most people came here for takeout specifically. i came on a wednesday evening and there were plenty of customers. service was super fast, food was delicious, and the price is unbeatable. expect a loaded plate. definitely the best chinese-american takeout on the westside. read more

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Conveniently 1/2 a block from my home. New to the neighborhood, I had to try the food. Mainly steamer tray for with the typical assortment of Cantonese. The hot fish was good and the Kung pow chicken was great. The portion enough for two meals for me. $15 read more

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Martin M.

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Folks THIS place is my favorite place for Chinese food in L.A.! It's my FAVORITE chow mein in the city, bar none. I always order a large container. Always. The fried rice is really good, too, as well as the spicy fried fish and orange chicken. AND their prices are super reasonable. They even have bags of crispy noodles by the register! read more

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Food is fire, always bang for buck. Come here often for lunch and it never disappoints.

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Made me nauseous I dashed out. Avoid this place. Hate to leave a bad review since I like quick Chinese food. Spent $9 something plus $1 tip, totaled $11, so you get what you pay for. Had to add tip at the beginning if you pay card. I got steamed rice and some kind of kung pao chicken, it was nasty, tasted old, oily, like its from the bottom of the pan where all the herbs mix up together. But then again everything else looked similar and the chicken I picked looked the least mushy. Note I did get there around dinner time. Served in a foam bowl, 2 thin napkins, plastic fork, on a tray with dirty gunk on the edges. Ambiance was hot, sun was beaming through the shades, and on the food being served, the orange chicken and chow mein were in the sun. Also the only location a little bit away from the sun are the seats behind the trash can. I took a few bites, tried to like it, took another few bites and dashed because it was so nasty - which I've never done before. There is good ample parking though. Not sure why/how this place still runs, pretty sure there are food safety standards not being met. I suggest fix the sun situation from all the windows, clean the trays for those dining in, serve paper plates or something for those dining in, and request tip at the end of a meal. Other Chinese restaurants, pay an extra $6 get a much better dining experience. read more

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Friendly fast service with great food and fair prices! Amazing in this economy where Kevin Hart had to close four vegan food locations of Hart House for his $16.50 hot chicken sandwich. As a Lyft driver with chronic extreme tinnitus https://www.szynalski.com/tone-generator/#8431,saw,v0.92 I have grown accustomed to appreciating a vegan dining deal on a budget. The server is fluid in her efficiency of movement with her equally fastidious partner cook. read more

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Genesis G.

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It was okay. Granted, we did go an hour before closing but half of the items were no longer there so our options were limited. The items that were there were cold and just.. idk not that great. The hot and sour soup on the other hand, although a tad bit too peppery, was very good, hot and exactly what I was looking for. Will definitely try it again when food is fresh, but not for a while. It's small and cozy inside, so def keep that in mind if wanting to eat there. Definitely seems to have a culture of take-out only. Overall, try this place if you're looking for something quick and perhaps should try when it's fresher. read more

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Nasonia M.

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A little hole in the wall with delicious food! Prices are reasonable too! Almost everything is my favorite!

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This is a fast Chinese food spot food is not horrible but it's not the best. It is one of the better and cleaner looking Chinese food locations I've been to. The service is fast if you're gonna order from the pre made food there and the portions are huge for a good price. If you're gonna order off the menu i recommend ordering that first it will take a little bit longer to get that out. Inside looks a lot better looks like it's been painted and got new signs on the walls. Decent spot good service and fast food. read more

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Va'rai U.

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If I could give this ZERO stars I would! This place cooks mice & rats!! The food here is absolutely revolting. After eating just a small portion of what turned out to be mice-infested, rat tail-filled food, I've been suffering from ongoing stomach issues. I'm beyond disgusted. When I went back to the store to confront them and showed them the rat tail I found in my meal, the employee was visibly shaken--he stuttered and, to my shock, handed me an AOL email address to follow up. How is that even acceptable? I am genuinely appalled and outraged. It's unbelievable that this place is still allowed to operate. The entire establishment is filthy and unsanitary -- it's shocking that health authorities haven't shut them down yet. The whole experience has left me feeling sickened, and something must be done to stop this!! read more

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Kian S.

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Absolutely loved the food, I think this place is good for both. Dine in and take out.

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Johnny B.

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I got the Trump comb over special lol jk fried rice and noodles covering my 2 different chicken entrees. Great portion definitely could feed a "normal" couple. Place could use some tidying up, but food and employees thumbs up. read more

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Jake V.

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It's cheapest Chinese food around, but it's cheap for a reason. This is my go to spot and they load you up with food. The quality isn't the best but it tastes great. read more

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Johnny Garrett S.

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Food is rad, the staff are incredible , the dining room is clean. There's limited parking so you gotta be strategic.

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Jetrina M.

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Solid place for American Chinese food! If you're in the mood for Panda Express in Overland and Venice, head east two or three blocks and check this place out. They have huge portion sizes and a large variety of menu items. It's all very affordable as well! My two item combo was ~$8-9 and was filled to the brim! It lasted me two meals. Free parking in the shared lot. read more

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Cate T.

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So yummy, well-priced, and really kind service! I love the variety of entrees here. Great for some grab and go food

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Michelle K.

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I've never ordered the premade combos. I only order off the menu a la carte. Always so fresh and well prepared. Great service and friendly workers. I come in once a week to order take out after work. My favorite picks: Salt & Pepper Shrimp, hot and sour soup, beef chow fun, salt & pepper pork chops. read more

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Sean E.

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The food is Good, but lacks in zest. Everything is lacking the oomph, that makes a great Chinese food restaurant. The counter person was waiting to take my order the moment I arrived. She then rang me up and I was at my self serve table inside of 2 minutes. The restaurant was tidy and has a nice interior for a non franchised restaurant. read more

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Joe C.

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I've been coming back for the black pepper chicken. It's one of my favorites. The servers are generous, kind and polite! I usually dine in for lunch because it is very convenient! The location is rite next to a 7-Eleven so parking is just a few min wait. I definitely recommend this place over any panda express any day. read more

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Cameron C.

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No cap food was bomb on my dead homie food had nice amount of salt, sugar and sauce, and there was no wait. cheap option to get us through these rough times on unrelated note, my stomach does hurt just a little bit, and after I stumbled into the bathroom, the light kept turning on and off randomly. There was no lock on door I go back again and again even on my honeymoon thank you Chinatown express you will see me soon 5 stars. Very warm in restaurant. Felt like winter cabin. read more

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Zee R.

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This a my go to fast Chinese take out. Taste authentic to me. Huge portions and great price. Basically a Panda Express but not corporate chain store. I order from the menu but the quick option is to order from the glass area. read more

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Michelle P.

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My husband and I were craving some wor wonton soup and after a quick Yelp search, we decided on coming here. I ordered the Wor Wonton soup, and my husband ordered the two item plate with King pao chicken and orange chicken. It also came with chow mein and fried rice. Our food (especially my soup) was still nice and hot by the time we got home. It was less than a 15 minute drive. The Wor Wonton Soup was good. Lots of dumplings and veggies, a couple of shrimp and chicken. Really yummy and lots of broth. It wasn't my favorite that I've ever had but it hit the spot. The king pao was SO good though! I really liked it. I kept going back for spoonfuls. Everyone here was really nice. Customer service was A1! This was really inexpensive too! Super affordable. read more

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Kyle N.

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I got the Combo C, with all white rice, jalapeños chicken, wings, and teriyaki chicken. I've been to a lot of Chinese restaurants in this city, and this is probably the best one I've ever been to. I highly recommend coming here read more

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RJ R.

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I ordered Chinese food - wings were delicious. But, next time I'll try their Hawaiian food. read more

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Doug S.

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I've been going to Chinatown Express for many years. Their wor wonton soup is the second best in the city (China Cafe in Central Market is slightly better) . The soup is packed with shrimp, roast pork, chicken and dumplings. Broth isn't too salty. From time to time I try other items from the hot food display case. Everything seems to be freshly made,probably because they usually are pretty busy and the food turns over quickly. I like the roast barbecued pork, as well as the chicken teriyaki. There are other higher end dishes containing shrimp and beef, which you don't always find for this value. The pricing is reasonable and the owner is a peaceful guy. They also offer a Hawaiian menu, which I haven't sampled as yet. Can't say a lot about the interior, typical strip mall restaurant. They keep everything in the customers view clean. I hope kitchen is same. read more

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Marco V.

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This spot is good good ! Idk what the fuck them other reviewers are talking about, but they food is fresh and they serve you a lot just like Fast food Chinese spots suppose to be well worth what you pay for, you could make two servings from one 2 sided order ,and they constantly taking out fresh trays of food . They noddles are bomb and the chicken wings too , they could do better on the egg rolls tho but it's okay the other great trays make up for it . Great customer service and does not nickel and dime you for condiments read more

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Alejandra R.

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Yummy Chinese comfort food. Not sure how authentic it is but definitely tastier than Panda Express.

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Michelle R.

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Chinatown express is amazing. I come here all the time been coming here for years and it never fails. I love it !!

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Scott O.

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Very good value for quality food and friendly service. Parking and restroom easy access. Left happy and I will go back.

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Like the value for what you get; usually... until today when my elderly mother ordered and paid cash for a meal but they failed to give her her change. Everyone make sure they give you your change!!! I now have a lasting bad taste of this food.:( read more

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I was hesitant to try this place because of the yelp reviews but I was pleasantly surprised! The place is very authentic and the food and service are great. I got the combo A which is comes with one entree and it was SO MUCH FOOD. All for only $6.29 + tax! read more

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Nat E.

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The food is decent but the customer service is a nightmare.The lady working has no tact and is rude. I asked for my receipt after I paid and she told me to wait until she finishes serving the next customer. Who does that really?! I am going to think twice now before I return. read more

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Great for takeout! The takeout portions are very generous, its magical how they manage to close the lids. We had to pace ourselves in 2020, the food is so good we kept coming back. Their chow mein is the best in LA. No need to hop on a freeway for good Chinese food. read more

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Ignacio M.

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The food was no good. The egg rolls were saggy. And for the first time my child didn't like his slush because it was water down. The people who work their were rude. Please just go to Panda Express, you will thank me. read more

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Alan B.

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The place looked run down. When I first pulled up, I thought it was closed down and Just thinking about that food turns my stomach. I don't think I'll be going back to the restaurant. read more

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I love the Coconut Shrimp, and I'm usually not a huge fan of coconut. Everybody who works here is super friendly, and the food is great--especially for the price. I always end up having some delicious leftovers. read more

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Customer service was upsetting. They won't even acknowledged digital coupon (which SPECIFICALLY states the address of their location) that they're enrolled in. And refused to accommodate that the deal was already purchased through dining advantage. I wasted my money.. very disappointed. FYI this is the instruction: "Present your coupon and/or mobile device to a participating merchant at the time you request your bill. The merchant will retain your printed coupon. Or, for mobile offers, you will be asked to show your phone when redeeming." read more

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Scott G.

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Quick combo plates, large portions, delicious food. My son and I like the black pepper chicken, orange chicken, and kung pow chicken. We agree the black pepper chicken is the best dish. We sometimes order a full order of it (not just a combo portion) and request light sugar (lots of C food has added sugar - you might be surprised) which lets the other flavors come through more, but it's also delicious straight off the "buffet". The people who work there are super-nice. The two main ladies who work the counter know me and my son and they always greet us warmly and if I'm alone they ask about my son. They know what we usually order, and they take good care of us when we have special requests. Great place. Highly recommend. read more

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10350 Venice Blvd
Culver City, CA 90232
Palms
Directions
(310) 280-0818
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Hours

What time does Chinatown Express open?

Chinatown Express opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Chinatown Express close?

Chinatown Express closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Chinatown Express take Bitcoin?

No, Chinatown Express does not take Bitcoin.

Does Chinatown Express take credit cards?

Yes, Chinatown Express takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Chinatown Express have catering options?

Yes, Chinatown Express does have catering options.

Does Chinatown Express serve alcohol?

No, Chinatown Express does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Chinatown Express allow dogs?

Yes, Chinatown Express allows dogs.

Does Chinatown Express have TVs?

No, Chinatown Express does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Chinatown Express have bike parking?

No, Chinatown Express does not have bike parking.

Does Chinatown Express have outdoor seating?

Yes, Chinatown Express has outdoor seating options.

Does Chinatown Express have parking?

Yes, Chinatown Express has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does Chinatown Express have free WiFi?

No, Chinatown Express does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Chinese food, Hawaiin BBQ, Vegeterian dish and Boba drinks and catering.

History

Established in 2012.

This business was established by previous owner for over 25 years and he only had chinese food and never had menu. Since we taking over From 2012, we did a complete remodel and taking off some dishes and add on lot of new dishes. We like to give customers a big variety of selection. Choice of quick to go combo plate, many Asian noodle soups for soup lovers, special cook to order for customer that prefer to customized their own foods or customers can have Hawaiian BBQ if they don't feel like Chinese food for the day . Last but not least our boba drink is delicious especially our Taro smoothie and Thai Tea. With nice and clean environment and fast service, and choices of foods our business has been blessed .

Meet the Manager: Anna T.

I've been working in food business over 20years. I love food but I'm very picky , don't like waiting, and a clean frick . My concept for restaurant is to be able to provide customers with lot of choices in food selection so they don't have to look no further . I like customer come in to the restaurant with a feel good and relax atmosphere. With our unique customer service experience, our customers enjoy their prompt and fast service within minute. My gold is to provide customer with choices of food they enjoy, fast service , clean and relax atmosphere and reasonable price .

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2.8 mi•West Adams

Felt like some hot broth on a mellow summer night, why not. Came in and ordered something new,…read moretheir numb beef noodle soup and their golden soup chao shou. Boy did this hit the spot! It completely zapped out any buggy feeling I had inside! The broth was simply fantastic! The noodles were al dente with a chew and if the noodle soup alone wasn't enough the golden soup chao shou was bountiful and the dumplings were bursting in flavor, the soup was very deep and earthy! Service was quick, fast and polite! Excellent times!

I'm Chinese and saw this place near my house, so I decided to give it a try. Overall, it was pretty…read moregood! I was a little concerned when I first saw the broccoli because it didn't look very authentic, but the flavor was a pleasant surprise. The spicy beef noodle soup was pretty much what I expected, and I'd probably go for an even spicier version next time. The prices were also really good for what you get. Would definitely return!

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Sichuan Impression

4.0(950 reviews)

3.0 mi•Westwood

Locally sourced ingredients

6 years in business

The service was good. You'll just have to flag them if you need something. They were all helpful…read moreand nice. Food wise - everything we ordered was great. The cumin lamb was flavorful and spicy. The Mao Cai was spicy, full of meat and the broth was tasty. The boiled fish was my second favorite - spicy and fish was not overcooked. The fried intestines were really great! The shrimp fried rice is ok. I wanted either a whole fish or a whole crab but they ran out - on a Saturday night. They have a good Asian beer selection. $35 for corkage. $6 valet parking with validation. Free for 1 hour only with validation. It's a very casual place. Clean.

My kiddo is a big fan of sichuan food especially fish fillet in chilli sauce so we came here for…read morelunch out of her recommendation as this is her favorite Chinese restaurant in town. The reception wasn't warm as the girl was on the phone and she just waved at us to get in. Food was scrumptious. Their basa fish fillet in chilli sauce had to be the best I've tasted. The fish was tender, sauce yummy, veggies fresh! It was excellently prepared. Husband and Wife beef and tripe slices was another outstanding dish. It was so good I had to order more rice to eat with it therefore happily broke my diet again. Steamd eggplant with pickled condiment on top tended to be on the salty side, it was soft and tasty. I loved it! Service was lukewarm at best. The girl performed her service in a convincingly nonchalant way. But at least I got lemon infused water refilled twice. :) Well decorated with Chinese cultural elements. Very spacious, clean and peaceful ambience. We had a lovely time and will return.

Wonton in chili oil 红油抄手

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Meizhou Dongpo Restaurant

Every dish we ordered at Meizhou Dongpo was packed with flavor and tasted like true comfort food…read more The fried rice was simple but incredibly well executed, with perfectly seasoned rice. The braised pork in brown sauce was rich, tender, and melted in my mouth. My favorite of the meal was definitely the garlic vermicelli shrimp. The shrimp were fresh and cooked perfectly, while the vermicelli soaked up all of the garlic sauce. It was easily the standout dish and something I would come back specifically to order again. The Kung Pao chicken was tender, and a good balance of savory, sweet, and tang. The restaurant isn't that big but it does have tables suitable for larger groups. This is a decent spot for lunch. The only thing is the dishes are a little more expensive compared to other restaurants. The staff were attentive, efficient, and made sure everything arrived promptly which I appreciated.

The Peking duck is still the reason to come, but nearly everything around hasn't kept pace with the…read morecompetition. The space feels worn -- menus tattered, décor dated, the whole interior overdue for a refresh. For a restaurant positioning itself at the higher end of Chinese dining, Meizhou Dongpo is sleeping on the finer details. No complimentary tea service, and rather than offering a pot for the table, they serve individual tea by the mug -- a comically oversized Western mug at that. Chopsticks arrive without spoons, and when you ask for one, you get silverware instead of the porcelain you'd expect at Chinese restaurant. The Peking duck accoutrements came with a little plastic spoon on the tray. Small things, but they add up.The fried rice was a letdown too and looked nothing like the menu photo. Spots like Din Tai Fung and Lunasia Signature are operating at a different level and the gap shows. Meizhou Dongpo has the bones of a great Chinese restaurant. The duck alone proves it. But until they invest in the experience around the food, it's hard to recommend at this price point.

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Ronald J.

6

9

0

1 year ago

This restaurant is a hidden gem! The service was exceptional; our server was kind, professional, and quick with drinks and food. The food itself was phenomenal! We loved the sesame chicken, which had the right balance of sweetness and crunch, and the vegetable lo mein was light yet satisfying. The ambiance was fantastic as well--elegant, with comfortable seating and beautiful lanterns hanging from the ceiling. It was a relaxing and enjoyable experience that I can't wait to repeat. Highly recommend this place for anyone craving delicious Chinese food! read more

Devorah F.

0

4

0

5 years ago

This place may not look like much but if you are really craving americanized chinese food then this is where you want to order from. during this pandemic we have been ordering out a lot, and have found several restaurants that we use on repeat, and this place has made it on that list. The food is delicious, they give you a ton, and their prices are really really reasonable, escpecially considering how much you get. try this place!!! read more

Martin G.

119

37

41

1 year ago

I absolutely adore this place! It's my go-to spot for years now. They're incredibly helpful and efficient. I've never had the chance to stay and dine there, though, since I'm usually busy during that time. I'm not sure about the ambiance, but the food is always absolutely delicious! And they pack a punch! The price is really reasonable for what I get here. It's more than enough to keep me going for a whole day! read more

Joshaf A.

7

26

86

12 years ago

Everything here sucks. They definitely use all chep products. I couldn't eat any thing then fried rice. Two stars for cleaning and customer service. There's no parking now i know why people really hate this place. read more

Adam B.

4

6

7

12 years ago

Food sucks here horrible service paid almost $20 bucks and got nothing don't go to this place is horrible I don't have words to describe just wanna say better to go to subway. read more

Alex P.

26

9

104

12 years ago

The worst food I ever had. The food was flavorless. Never coming here again. Rude staff I say hi and didn't get a reponse back. The worst ever read more

Yolanda P.

0

5

6

4 years ago

I mean it's ok...not very fresh. The orange chicken was good but Kong Pau Chicken didn't taste good at all

Justin H.

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36

0

6 years ago

There closed for renovations. Without notice. It looks like it's closed for good though.

Renno P.

Elite 15

154

183

276

16 years ago

Large portions for the price. Food is average. Quick eat...

Justin H.

10

24

10

14 years ago

Bad food, bad atmosphere, and BAD FOOD again...don't go.

Alex S.

230

24

17 years ago

I no eat Chinatown crappola, you no either!

Neil F.

8

9

0

14 years ago

Nasty, nasty, nasty! Way nasty!

Emily M.

2

17

25

17 years ago

Great food!

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We were hungry and our son chose this place. We ordered salmon, chicken and shrimp bowls…read more There was no line when we came for Sunday lunch. It took a minute to prepare, they grilled in front of us. I loved shrimp and garlic noodles. My son enjoyed salmon and rice. Chicken was good, I liked how succulent the shrimp was better. No photos of the food as we inhaled it before remembering to take any.

HERE! Unless You Want Food Poisoning…read more We paid $40 for the NY Steak and Shrimp Duo Plate. The portion was ridiculously small, but the bigger issue is the food quality. The steak was spoiled. Within an hour of eating, both of us were vomiting and doubled over with stomach cramps. We had to visit urgent care for food poisoning. I called to report it to the manager, and the response was "Everyone's taste is different." No apology, no refund, just a defensive speech about how fresh and clean their kitchen supposedly is. Two people getting sick from the same dish isn't a "taste" issue, it's a food safety issue. I wouldn't recommend this place unless you want to pay $40 for poor-quality food and get food poisoned, without even an apology or gesture from the restaurant.

Hu's Szechwan Restaurant

3.7

(561 reviews)

I could kick myself for not taking pictures. Although they don't do the food justice when they're…read morein to go containers. I picked up lunch today for myself and my assistant. I haven't been here in a few years. Although I always recommended to people when they're asking for Chinese food suggestions. This is heavy on the Szechuan influence and that's why I love it. I'm not a huge huge fan of Chinese food mostly because I feel like it is kind of bland in many restaurants. Not here! Hu's tastes like you are at your best friend's house and the whole family is cooking together and making the most amazing Szechuan food and decided to share with you. The ingredients are always fresh... right down to their salads. The lettuce is always fresh and crispy. You can taste the dressings is homemade. I can't go without getting their spicy wontons. It's never enough. I always want more. Today my assistant ordered orange shrimp. She asked if I wanted to try and I hesitated because I am not a fan of orange chicken. I've never tried it here.... But every other place I've tried it the consistency always kind of grosses me out and I'm not into so much sweetness in my food. Reluctantly, I tasted her orange shrimp. It was FANTASTIC! The shrimp edges were crisped just perfectly... I swear it didn't taste like there was sugar in it at all. Maybe honey? I don't know it was just the perfect combination of a little teeny bit of spice, shrimp, seasoning ... light on the orange. It was just perfect. I can't wait to go back. This place looks like a little dive and I hope that doesn't detour anyone. If you're in the area, I promise you you will love this food!! If you're looking for Chinese/Szechuan do yourself a favor and try the spicy wontons! Don't forget to try the orange shrimp! Oh also their fried rice is to die for!!'

Hu's Szechwan Restaurant has been a staple for my wife and me for over 30 years. We used to live…read morejust a block away, and even though we no longer live nearby, this is still the only place we go when we want authentic, delicious Chinese food. The service is always prompt, and the food never disappoints--consistently flavorful and satisfying. Truly a classic spot that has stood the test of time!

TreeHouse Thai

3.7

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HOW TF IS NATALEE THAI IN BUSINESS WITH THIS ACROSS THE STREET???…read more I honestly had low expectations for tree house thai since i after i had natalee thai (mid af) a couple months ago, and didnt think there would be good thai food in culver. boy was i WRONG. the prices and food are amazing!! These cream cheese wontons were so crispy and the filling was so creamy and yummy. not to mention they gave so many, literally 8 for $11. 10/10 SPICY EGGPLANT AND CRAB FRIED RICE... GIRL GTFOOOOOOOOOOO. holy sh!t both were incredible and flavorful. u can tell a thai restaurant is good when u can taste the char from the wok, and lemme tell u their wok is HOT! 10/10 this is one of the rare times my karen a$$ self has no complaints, amazing food, prices, and service!!! 100% RECOMMEND AND WILL BE BACK!!!!

Food is unbelievably good and inexpensive But the customer…read moreservice is rude I chose to celebrate my birthday here because I really love the food But the stingy nature here is incredible I asked if I got something good for my birthday which I did accommodate and they gave me a fried banana. I asked for a refill on my ice tea and they wouldn't even give me a refill on a regular iced tea on my birthday. And when I asked her, they said oh we already got your fried banana we gave you that so you can't have iced tea My last visit is here today

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4.6

(205 reviews)

Just tried this spot for the first time and it did not disappoint. Large portions of tasty REAL…read morefood (not just fried or processed food) at a value price. Balanced bowl of meat, rice, and veggies that you'll feel good about eating.

This is the most delicious restaurant I have been to in LA for a long time. I'm specifically…read morereferring to the Bulgogi Beef bowl, which is basically very thinly sliced beef sautéed with some insanely delicious elixir, mixed with vegetables and rice. I could eat that bowl every day for months! The ambience is casual and the actual location is very small. You order at the counter. They are friendly and attentive.

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4.0

(862 reviews)

Ordered take out from BKK101 Thai Cuisine while visiting West LA and was satisfied with the food…read moreand fast service. We got Roti Curry, Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, and Jade (green) Curry with Chicken. Everything was delicious, especially the curries. The yellow curry sauce that came with the Roti was really tasty; and the green curry with the chicken was also exquisite. The two noodles were excellent. Portions were good and the ingredients were fresh and generous. The prawns in the Pad Thai were plump, fresh, and plentiful. Prices were reasonable. Will try dining in when I get a chance. The ambiance seems nice. I apologize for forgetting to take pictures until the food was more than half eaten!

Pineapple. Fried. Rice…read more I would just leave this comment because it was the definite star of the show for me!! My sugar sugar and I were looking for a place to have lunch with our daughter and saw this out the corner of our eyes. We pass it all the time but never thought to stop. One thing I love is some good Thai food. I'm from Long Beach and we're know for Thai food! So I have high expectations!!! There's certain cultures that absolutely cook with love and Thai food is at the top of that list. The marriage of flavors are unique and divine. BKK101 does just that!! We were greet with warmth and offered to sit anywhere we like. Since our daughter is young they brought us a high chair and a kids cup to keep her occupied (thank you!). I love the look and feel of the place. Small but inviting. We ordered veggie spring rolls, shrimp pineapple fried rice, and yellow curry with tofu. The curry came with a side of white rice too! Spring rolls were delicious with the right amount of crunch but the sauce. The sauce. The sauce. Yummers! Almost licked the plate! Yellow curry with tofu was heavenly. The right amount of heat, flavor and veggies. I loved the potatoes and carrots and the baby did too! But the show stopper for me was the pineapple fried rice. Who would have thought cashews and raisins in some rice would taste so good!!!! It was cooked perfectly!!! Right amount of curry and veggies. I wanted it for myself but my mama taught me that sharing is caring. All items were piping hot meaning, they cook to order. (Chefs kiss inserted here) When I say this place was so good we actually went back a week and a half later and took another daughter with us. Got literally the same dishes cuz they were sooooo good! BKK101 Thai Cuisine is officially our "Thai Spot". Thank you for sharing your story through food with us.

Ninigi

3.5

(15 reviews)

This place was inedible... how would you call this Japanese curry? It was so bland, halfway through…read moreour DoorDash meal, we threw it away. We had to put chili oil and togarashi in it, even then it was still inedible. My "potato and beef korroke" had like 5% beef in it. The breading immediately fell off our chicken katsu and the meat was extremely dry. How does this place have 4.5*??! It was such a waste of money. The gyoza was decent but if you're just steaming store bought gyoza- can't really mess that up.

I wish I checked Yelp first. As others said, it was complete trash…read more Everything was unseasoned.... Even basic store-bought curry pastes instruct you to add carrots and onions for flavor.. None of that here. The actual fried pork was a solid, uncut slab of seemingly burned and undercooked konkatsu. Their cooking "technique" created a crust that falls off on the first cut. On the plus side, the rice was OK.

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3.9

(473 reviews)

We got the Hainan Chicken and the Mee Goreng. Service was friendly-- we got seated right away and…read morethey were really helpful with their recommendations. Seating area is cute, with TVs inside and outside. - Hainan Chicken: chicken was soft and juicy, but rice was a bit hard. It comes with 3 sauces and we liked the ginger-chili sauce the most! - Mee Goreng: reminded us of chow mein. A little greasy but good flavors.

Best things: amazing + kind service and fantastic Hainanese chicken. Chicken is really nicely…read moreprepared and the garlic rice is excellent. The sauces that accompany are great. The coconut broth in the chicken noodle soup is delicious. Good herbaceous flavor as well with a generous portion of tasty lean chicken meat. I will go back soon to try more things. I'd been meaning to try this spot for years. Temporarily located inside Humble Potato while they finish up their new space. Nice chill back patio.

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This place ised to be great. And we've been getting the rare steak pho for about 6 years. Tonight I…read morewas not only shocked but yucked out. My rare steak consisted of alot of overcooked dark meat, fat, and cow tongue skin! This has NEVER been in my rare steak pho before, not to mention its not even listed in the ingredient list. Were never eating here again. Yuck!

I've been ordering delivery from this place, off and on, for the past few years and love it. The…read more Phở Tái, Rare Steak Pho is the best. With all of the toppings it tastes amazing. I love ordering it on cold days, if I'm ever sick, etc.. Great Asian comfort food that is also affordable. We also love the Minced Chicken Lettuce Cups and Egg Rolls with Ground Chicken, really tasty. Take a bite of the rolls with a bit of fresh lettuce, cucumber & carrots when dipping. Highly recommend those. Any of the Bun Vermicelli or Com Steamed White Rice plates are good. Chow Fun with Beef, reminds me of Pad See Ew. Yum. The Thai Iced Tea is really good too & Vietnamese Coffee has a nice flavor I like.

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what a pleasant surprise. my spouse and i went here for dinner and had the $60+ meal for two and…read moreshe had a $1 beer. it was filling. the food was excellent and the servoce was outstanding. the atmosphere was outside was quiet and it was a warm evening...a perfect night. don't let the exterior make you think..."let's pass on this place"...it would definitely be your loss. give them a try!

I really don't want to be writing this but I dined here today with my gf and everything was good…read moreuntil the last minute. My gf got a fish bone stuck in her tonsils, I had to take it out with a tweezer as soon as I got home. Overall the service was good in this small restaurant. I wanted to write this so the owner is aware of that. It could have been a lot worse luckily it was just the one in her tonsil.

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