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.

小伙伴们！连续8年入选米其林指南的锦城里Sichuan Impression，我终于吃上了！ 性价比惊到我了！！…read more 这次冲的$72 / 5道菜套餐，全部正常Full Size份量，适合3-4人，口水鸡、烧椒牛肉、香辣前蹄、烧椒茄子、红油抄手，麻婆豆腐....应该有的传统川菜都有了[哇R]，连不该有的创新菜都有：生腌甜虾、锦城里秘制鸡翅... 重点提示！！！！！！！ 这个套餐平时没有，是限时体验：新客8/14-8/28，老客8.8-8.13～ 菜品测评 夫妻肺片：红油底一出场就自带老资格沉淀！麻辣精华全融在油里，闻一下上头，吃一口入魂，每嚼一下辣油从牛肉缝隙间涌出，过瘾！ 红油笋尖：夏天清爽担当！微辣点燃味蕾，最后还有一丝回甜，激情悄然释放～ 藤椒鱼：肉质鲜嫩，藤椒霸道侵入整个味觉系统，舌头有种跳舞的酥麻感，但又清爽不腻！ 葱爆安格斯肋眼：肋眼薄厚适中，大火快炒锁住肉汁，入口细嫩耐嚼，葱香浓郁，下饭神器！ 红油抄手：皮薄肉多，入口嫩滑无粉感，红油香气突出，先甜香酱香，辣味慢慢渗出，层次感拉满～ 锦城里凉面：面条筋道，香辣中带点酸甜，把"香、鲜、微甜、辣"平衡得恰到好处～ 荔枝气泡水：荔枝味十足，果肉充斥其中，清爽解辣！ 老客专享免费香芋红薯丸：外酥里软，金黄诱人，咬开咔嚓一声，甜香软糯，不油腻！ 川菜就是七滋八味皆家常，朴实又有温暖～8年米其林真不是盖的！ Hey guys! I finally got to try Sichuan Impression, which has been featured in the Michelin Guide for 8 consecutive years! The value for money completely blew me away!! This time I went for the $72 / 5-course set menu. Everything comes in full-size portions, perfect for 3-4 people! It includes all the classic Sichuan dishes you'd expect--Mouthwatering Chicken, Roasted Pepper Beef, Spicy Pork Trotters, Roasted Pepper Eggplant, Chili Oil Wontons, Mapo Tofu... And even creative dishes you wouldn't expect: Raw Marinated Sweet Shrimp, Sichuan Impression Secret Recipe Wings... IMPORTANT NOTE!!!!!!! This set menu isn't available normally--it's a limited-time experience: * New Customers: 8/14-8/28 * Returning Customers: 8/8-8/13~ Dish Reviews * Sliced Beef and Maw in Chili Sauce (Fu Qi Fei Pian): The chili oil base shows off its classic heritage right out of the gate! The essence of numbing spice is fully infused into the oil. One whiff hits your head, one bite touches your soul--spicy oil bursts from between the beef fibers with every chew. So satisfying! * Bamboo Shoots in Chili Oil: The ultimate refreshing summer dish! A mild kick of spice ignites your tastebuds, leaving a subtle lingering sweetness at the end~ * Rattan Pepper Fish: The fish is incredibly tender and fresh. The bold rattan pepper takes over your entire palate, giving your tongue a dancing, tingling sensation while staying light and non-greasy! * Stir-Fried Angus Ribeye with Scallions: Ribeye sliced to the perfect thickness, high-heat flash-fried to lock in the juices. Tender yet satisfyingly chewy with a rich scallion aroma--the ultimate rice pairing! * Chili Oil Wontons (Chao Shou): Thin wrapper, generous filling, smooth on the tongue with zero powdery texture. The chili oil aroma really shines--first sweet and savory, then the spiciness gradually creeps in. The layers of flavor are off the charts~ * Sichuan Impression Cold Noodles: Chewy noodles with a flavor profile of spicy, savory, slightly sweet, and tangy--perfectly balanced to hit all the right notes! * Lychee Sparkling Water: Packed with rich lychee flavor and real fruit pulp--super refreshing and the ultimate spice-quencher! * Returning Customer Exclusive - Free Taro Sweet Potato Balls: Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, enticingly golden. A nice crunch when you bite in--sweet, soft, chewy, and not greasy at all! Sichuan cuisine brings all the complex traditional flavors into comforting, everyday dishes--homely yet so warm~ Being featured in the Michelin Guide for 8 years is definitely no joke!

Came here for the last day of Dine LA. Wanted to check it out since this place is Michelin Bib…read moreGourmand! The Alhambra location specifically is the bib gourmand. And the Alhambra location's Dine LA set was $72, the cost is slightly different based on location. We joined the waitlist via Yelp ahead of time. Long lines on a Friday night, and since it was the last day of Dine LA. Impressive dumplings 7/10: boiled well, good texture of the wrappers. The filling seemed to be only pork, no veggies, which would have been nice if there was more flavor from vegetables. The sauce was mildly spicy and mildly numbing, slight sesame flavor. String beans 8/10: wok hei flavor and savory. Could have had more garlic flavor and crispier texture of the beans. Din tai fung beans are still #1 for me! Mini lamb skewer 7/10: strong cumin flavor which I liked. The lamb was a bit dry/lean, could've used some pieces with more fat Boiled fish in pickled vegetable 8/10: fish cooked well, flaky and soft. Sour soup was balanced. Vermicelli inside Fried rice 9/10: yummy wok hei flavor Not included in Dine LA deal: Shredded potato 7.5/10: good texture of the potato, not overcooked or undercooked. We ordered the sour/vinegar flavor, it came out smelling vinegary, but didn't have much vinegar taste, mostly spicy. Definitely Sichuan style leaning Sweet potato taro ball dessert 10/10: free dessert if you follow them on Instagram and DM them (see menu photo I posted). Crispy outside which stayed crispy even as it cooled down. Sweet potato and taro were cooked well, smooth, and strong in flavor, not artificial. Not too sweet. Had a mochi like texture Overall a great deal, generous portions. Definitely could feed 3-4 people for the Dine LA. Free parking structure behind. Would definitely come back for Dine LA if they offer new dishes on the deal!

My friend Jordan H. turned 50 last month, and I told him I'd take him out for a belated birthday…read morelunch. We'd been talking about getting Chinese food, and he picked Xiang La Hui, his go-to spot for classic Sichuan. I'd never been before, and was more than happy to try a new spot in the SGV. We met up at noon and stayed until the restaurant wrapped up lunch service and gently pushed us out the door, sometime around 2:30. The space was nice, instantly recognizable as a Chinese restaurant in Alhambra. It was pretty quiet the whole time, a good place for a leisurely catch-up. Service was fast and polite, though the combination of QR code ordering and poor Verizon service was a bummer. I had to cross the dining room to take down the wifi password posted on the opposite wall. We ordered a sizable spread for two people: Chong Qing fried chicken, dan dan noodles, wontons with chili oil, and pea tips with garlic. Everything was delicious, most of all the Chong Qing fried chicken, crispy nibbly bits of breaded chicken stir-fried with green onion and hot pepper. I love dan dan noodles and wontons, and thought both were great, if not the best I've had in the area. The pea tips were lovely, bright green and not spicy, but abundantly flavorful. I'd love to come back to Xiang La Hui and try more of the menu. It seems like a restaurant that does everything well, and I'll keep it in mind whenever I'm craving Sichuan.

Grab a meal here with my friends, and there was street parking in a small parking lot in the back…read more The food was delicious and spicy. We grabbed a few items to share across eight people, and it was more than enough. We definitely had to request for more water, but it wasn't mind numbingly spicy and could still taste the flavor of the food. Love that they have beer towers to share. When we went, it was an evening on a Sunday night so it wasn't that full, but it was a warm night so the doors were open.

This place is an institution. After I wrote that sentence, I felt like I was trite. And like I said…read moresomething but not really. Like, one time I was watching Project Runway, a season finale episode, where the designers make their own creations, and do not have to make their ensembles from shredded newspaper or bird seeds or pinata remnants. And after a so-and-so of the fashion industry said, "I wanted to go and rip that jacket off the model." This other time, I saw a poster for a coming musical and it said, "stop everything you are doing, and go this musical now" says this important person in the theathre world. What am I am trying to say is that the comment I wanted to do this immediately or drop everything and do this immediately is so overwrought and widely used that it lost all meaning. Kind of like calling this place an institution. So I will call this place what I should to not be drown in my own trite. One time I went to this place and I went cause I was invited to a birthday party. And it was a large group of people. Me and a friend debated if Penny, from the Big Bang, had eaten at this place. She was also in Charmed--- it is a household name, I can't remember it. So this place is famous enough to be a go to move, and it has many pictures of celebrities that have gone there. The food is also super good, so this place, like I said is an insititution. When I went there a second time, I was more aware of the place I was visiting and kind of was ready to receive its Chinese fare with an unhinged jaw. I was dining with a friend, the same friend that I had the is that Penny from Big Bang debate? It was not. She eventually one. But like she and I ate here again, without knowing we were going to the same place. I would say its a small world but.... She and I ate with gusto. It does not take a lot to know that the speciality of the house is their slippery shrimp. They also have slippery chicken and slippery tofu. Super good, sweet, sour but it was not sweet and sour sauce shrimp, it had differences. I am not sure what. There were some heat notes but not like terrible heat. So I am not exactly sure what this place does to make their slippery sauce but let us just that it was delicious and different than other Chinese food sauces. Ronnie and I had the works. Rice, Beef with Brocoli, Pan fried dumplings, and dumpings. It was the type of Chinese food that was so good a coke was needed to balance the decadent saltiness of the fare. Yeah, that might not make sense but I wrote what I wrote. We had eniugh food to share between the two of us. It was that type of meal, where leftovers were welcomed and made sense. They were not left over, they were left untouched because it would be a shame to not enjoy them later. The service was great. The place felt traditional, and like it took you to an alley in China to eat a grandmother's food who knows how to use a Wok and pinch dumplings so they stay close for good. I saw this bad review that skewered this place. And I am like wow! How can we be so different. Not like Ying and Yang Different, more like flutter and flatten. But taste is subjective, so decide for yourself if this place is a peacock worthy of its feathers or a tiger with its claws clipped.

Visited again this past weekend. Food was as delicious as I remember. Although, last time I came we…read morewere offered complimentary hot tea but this time we were not. We ordered the combination fried rice, Mongolian beef, slippery shrimp, beef lo mein, mixed veggies and Szechuan chicken. Everything was delicious and super flavorful! It took a while for our server to attend to us once we were seated (we waited about 10min before we asked to have our order taken) but after that the servers were very attentive. The place is busy. Quick turn around. One bathroom for the entire restaurant so expect a line. I saw a sign out front for valet parking but I didn't see anyone. But there's plenty of parking places nearby. Found a place down the street for $8 all day parking.

Bang!!! Your head will explode this place is mind blowing. I'm here on my 494th Diners Drive Inns…read moreand Dives visit and I was blown away! First off the place is sleek and cool. Very modern and welcoming. So was the lovely lady behind the counter. The menu is sleek just Chien and fish sandos prepared a handful of ways. They have chicken strips and fries and an additional caviar topping. I wasn't trying that today but to each his own Surprisingly they have special beverages, today I tried the blood orange lemonade, it was a must with the spicy level of the chicken sandwich. Gang! This place is a MUST TRY!!!

Solid spot. I'd say the fish Sando is was kinda underwhelming, it's good but I think I was just…read moreexpecting more? Very friendly staff and casual quick bite type of spot. Parking is limited so be mindful of that.

I drove through the LA area today and decided to try this "hidden" Sichuan restaurant. The vibe…read moreinside is chill and plant-filled, creating a calm, inviting atmosphere that pairs nicely with the bold flavors on the menu. I ordered Mike's Spicy Beef Noodle Soup (I asked for it non-spicy for myself), and my friend had the regular Beef Noodle Soup. The soups were very, very good, and the beef was tender and well marbled, lending a subtle richness to every bite. The noodles had a satisfying chew--slightly springy with a bit of bite that held up well in the flavorful broth without turning mushy. The broth itself was savory with a balanced chili kick that lingered pleasantly. I also tried the Szechuan Salad. The numb, tingling bite from the Sichuan flavors was pleasantly surprising. Will definitely be back!

Mala Class: A Vibrant Highland Park Gem That Hits All the Right Notes…read more​If you're looking to break out of your usual Figueroa dining routine, Mala Class is an absolute must-visit. Tucked away in Highland Park--so discreetly that you might miss it if you aren't paying attention--this bright, modern, plant-filled fast-casual spot brings incredible Sichuan flavor with a relaxed, welcoming vibe. Run by veterans of New York City's legendary Han Dynasty, it delivers high-caliber food without any pretense. ​Here is what makes it stand out: ​The Dan Dan Noodles: Hands down my favorite dish. The noodles come tossed in a rich sesame paste, house-made chili oil, minced pork, and that signature numbing Sichuan peppercorn oil. It packs a fantastic spicy kick, but you can easily adjust the heat level to suit your taste. ​Dumplings in Chili Oil: Absolutely delicious. Packed with tender pork, they are bathed in a nuanced crimson chili oil and sweet soy sauce that strikes the perfect balance between savory and sweet. ​Unbeatable Value: In a neighborhood where eating out can get pricey, everything here is under $20. The quality-to-price ratio is almost unheard of. ​A Few Quick Tips Before You Go: ​Plan for a Quick Meal: Space is intimate and seating is strictly walk-in only. To keep the line moving, dining is timed--expect a friendly, polite request to wrap up if you approach the 90-minute mark. ​Group Dynamics: The interior is compact, leaving no room for large crowds. The staff is friendly and they can recommend a dish to you. ​No Alcohol: They don't serve booze, so focus entirely on the incredible food and refreshing non-alcoholic options. ​Mala Class is easily one of the best discoveries in the neighborhood--just keep your eyes peeled so you don't walk right past it!

My friends took me here since they said the food was really good. I was visiting them for the…read moreevening, so we decided to stop by and give it a try. We got the Boiled Fish in Green Pepper Sauce, Toothpick Lamb, and Mapo Tofu. Everything was definitely super delicious. The dishes weren't too spicy for me, and I actually wish they had a bit more heat, but they did have a nice numbing kick to them. I do have a pretty high spice tolerance, though, so my experience may be different from others. My friend thought the dishes were pretty spicy, so keep that in mind if you're more sensitive to heat. The fish was super tender and soft, and honestly pretty addictive to eat. The Toothpick Lamb was pretty much the same--you just pop one in your mouth and then immediately want another. It had a nice salty, spicy flavor that made it really easy to keep eating. The only downside is, well, the toothpicks! They definitely slow you down. I also really enjoyed the Mapo Tofu. It was nice and flavorful and went really well with the other dishes. Overall, everything we tried was really good, and I can definitely see why my friends recommended this place.

Food-wise, this place is easily a 4/5 stars. Service-wise, not quite there…read more When we first walked in, everyone was friendly and we didn't wait long at all, especially considering how packed the restaurant was. They definitely know how to get people seated and keep the crowd moving in, but getting out was another story. Kept getting passed up when we were done and simply trying to leave. The food did take a while, but I can understand that when everything is being made fresh. Just know that if you're on a time crunch, this probably isn't the place for a quick meal. The gentleman who seated us and took our order was really nice, but after that, we pretty much felt forgotten about. Once the food arrived though, it was Good. Very flavorful, authentic Chinese food, and definitely worth trying. The atmosphere is loud and busy, no music, just the sound of a completely packed restaurant, so don't come expecting a quiet, relaxing dinner. Also, fair warning, some of these dishes are Spicy, and I mean actually spicy. If you love some heat, you'll probably love this place. Overall, I'd recommend giving it a try for the food. Lots of dishes to choose from. A good variety too of proteins, vegetables, noodles and Wonton soup.

Food was delicious. We got the bean curd salad (standard and good), three cup chicken (so flavorful…read moreand their rice is soft and fluffy), wonton noodle soup (great wontons) ~ I ask for the thicker noodles, and beef rolls. Beef rolls and wonton noodle soup were my favorites of the bunch. Service is really friendly. You order at the front and find a seat but when it's busy they'll help you find seats so no stress. It was a super hot summer day in LA and their AC was there but it still felt pretty warm inside the restaurant. Parking can be tough around here.

My wife and I stopped by Pine & Crane on a Sunday afternoon around 2:00 p.m. for a late lunch and…read morethere were plenty of seats available when we arrived. Ordering is done at the counter and the restaurant is self-seating. Between the two of us, we shared their beef pancake roll, their three cup chicken, pork potstickers and a side of their lotus roots. This ended up being too much food for the two of us to finish and we ended up having to take home leftovers. I really enjoyed the beef pancake roll here. The inside has generous amounts of thinly sliced, marinated beef shank, and the scallion pancake wrap is rolled out very thin, crispy, and not oily at all. There's a bunch of julienned cucumbers inside for that crunch and just the right amount of hoisin sauce for that added sweetness. I wouldn't change a thing about this dish. With the three cup chicken, I enjoyed how spicy the dish was; definitely a dish you'll want to enjoy over rice. If I had to nitpick, one improvement that could have been made to the dish is if the chicken pieces were cut to be smaller. The potstickers here are well-made. If you're looking for Japanese-style gyoza, you will not find that here. The ones here are very in-line with what you'd find at food stalls on the streets of Taiwan in terms of texture, taste, and flavor. The potsticker wrappers have a wonderful crispiness to them and the pork filling is well-seasoned: I didn't actually need to use the included sauce to enjoy the dumplings. Overall, I had a wonderful meal at Pine & Crane and would happily come back again for lunch. Prices are competitive for the amount of food that you get and food was very promptly delivered out of the kitchen.

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.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Stopped in for dinner with my family and this place did not disappoint. The staff was one of the…read morebest experiences I've had in recent times visiting Socal. They were super attentive, friendly and professional. They even knew that we were from out of town and they showed patience and also they appreciated our presence and gave us spot on recommendations. The lamp and beef skewers were delicious, both spicy and non spicy variants. Their signature sweet and sour pork was amazing! I've never had anything like it. Chewy, not overly sweet nor overly sour. Perfection! Thanks to this memorable experience, we will be coming back each time we're in town. Keep up the great work Fei Xiang Gong!

Definitely hard to find with construction and no parking attendant to be found. We even saw people…read moregoing into the restaurant downstairs and they were just taking a chance on parking their car without an attendant present. Once we got upstairs though we saw one person cutting vegetables and preparing skewers we thought they were closed, but we were thankful they were not and they had a really great happy hour that my husband and I split. The skewers are amazing and they're just like we had in China. I loved the cold noodles. The banchan a little less variety than what you would get at other places, but it still tasted really healthy and fresh. We were surprised that no other people were there, but we saw a lot of tables that had Plates and napkins on it so it seemed like we were coming at a later part of the lunch hour. I would definitely come back again. I think the skewers were that delicious and the price of the happy hour. It was totally worth it to get the noodles and the skewers together.