Great food and a great experience. The Xiao Long Bao were excellent, and the vegetables were fresh and full of flavor. Everything came out quickly, and the service was on point. Zeeshan took great care of us, was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. We'll definitely be back. read more

Sorry no pictures. We were busy eating all of the delicious food. The Dan mein noodles were savory, and offered sautéed mushrooms, Chinese broccoli, just the perfect combination. The xiao long bao, chicken dumplings were outstanding. Definitely will return. Our server Jesus was friendly, checked on us frequently and elevated our dining experience. read more

First place i've ever wanted to write a review on. Great food, great vibes. Zeeshan was the BEST MOST AMAZING server ever!!! Explained the menu so well. We had the chicken dan main noodles and crab fried rice. Great portions, no wait time on a Friday night. read more

Our first time here. The recommendations staff gave on what to try was, PERFECT. The food was tasty / delicious! All the staff was attentive & friendly. Our waitress Vanessa, was amazing & very friendly / attentive & welcoming. We WILL be back 10/10 recommend read more

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We decided to try Dan Modern Chinese since we were already at the mall and starting to get hungry. It was an earlier dinner so luckily there was no wait and only a couple of other groups seated already. // FOOD // XIAO LONG BAO: Pork soup dumplings. These was pretty good and I would say comparable to Din Tai Fung xlb. 4/5 SPICY OXTAIL NOODLE SOUP: handmade thin noodles, green onions, leeks. I was probably the most excited for this dish, but it was not good. The meat had a funky smell to it and the soup lacked flavor. 1/5 SALT & PEPPER TOFU: toasted garlic, green onion, cilantro. The tofu was cooked well, but it lacked any flavor to it unless you were able to get a nice spoon full of garlic with each bite. 2/5 BEEF ROLL: oxtail, cucumbers, green onions, cilantro, hoisin. Slightly different with oxtail, but it was just okay as far as beef rolls go. 3/5 DAN DAN NOODLES with PORK: handmade thin noodles, spicy sesame sauce, cucumbers, green onions, cilantro. The noodles were cooked well and had good flavor to it. 3.5/5 DUNGENESS CRAB FRIED RICE: This was by far the best dish! Flavorful and executed perfectly. I would highly recommend this. 5/5 HANDMADE DUMPLINGS: Pork & Shrimp in chili oil. Lacked depth and flavor. 2/5 Overall, I thought Dan Modern Chinese was below average. To be completely honest, the only thing that I would ever order again and recommend to anyone would be the Dungeness crab fried rice. read more

First time visiting this restaurant even though they have a few branches. The interior was clean, modern and cozy. They have "open kitchen" concept where it's a big glass window you can see through their kitchen and prep area for XLB. Ordered the usual dishes we would order at other modern chinese cuisine restaurants to compare the price and quality. * String beans: nice and flavorful with that garlic taste * Pork Fried rice: the pork is quite nicely seasoned, but on the drier side. Rice is nice evenly seasoned, not too oily nor sticky. * Beef Noodle soup: the soup lacked flavor imo. Beef is quite tender but it's a very small bowl * Pork xiao long bao: skin is thin, juicy on the inside once you poke through the dumpling skin with juice oozing out The experience is decent but not the most authentic flavor. Price tag is a tad on the higher end for a smaller quantity than you'd expect. On top of that, took our server quiiite some time to take our order or just to get our check. read more

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Sadly, I didn't take pics of anything. This was my first Dan Modern visit. I notice they have plenty locations across town. Personally, I was not a fan and prefer Din Tai Fung. For a family of five, we had to order two FULL orders of string beans，and two FULL orders of bok choy. Portions are small. I liked both but my favorite of the two were the bok choy. We also ordered Dan Dan noodles (sesame pork). This was the most disappointing dish. It was 35% GREEN ONIONS. Sigh. The dish would be so much better without so many green onions and maybe more noodles and pork. It was a 30mins wait on a Friday at 7pm. No complaints about service. The restaurant isn't very large. Its a casual place and it was quite loud. I also was not a fan of the acoustics in the room. read more

We placed a doordash order for 1 XLB pork-shrimp dumplings, 1 steamed pork-shrimp dumplings, and 1 pork chop plate. Estimated time to arrive in between 8:23 -8:38 PM. Food arrived at 5:37PM. We also ate some shu mai that we bought from Tokyo Central. The dumplings were very good. And our dogs enjoyed the pork chops. There wasn't many choices with chinese food as late as we placed our order, but we were happy with our order. read more

dan modern chinese - XLB pork-shrimp dumpling, steamed pork-shrimp dumplings and our own shu mai. - Chinese Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

Solid dim sum brunch in Manhattan Beach. The location is nice and trendy but there is a definite din tai fung vibe. The restaurant is spacious and the service is excellent. Started with salt and pepper tofu, which is coated and deep fried. This was tasty and the dipping sauce had a nice kick. Pork xiao long bao is a signature dish as well as an essential dim sum. Sampled the chicken and it was fairly standard. Tried to kick it up a notch to the unhealthy side, so got deep fried pork dumplings. Dumplings come as steamed or deep fried, but what the hey, you gotta live a little. Carbs are a must and why not sample all textures. The short rib fried rice was flavorful although the portion was slightly small. The shrimp Dan main was ok but slightly heavy on the soy sauce seasoning. The black pepper beef was a nice dish to complement the carb dishes. All in all, it was a good experience. Of course dishes are shared, thus a great place to brunch with friends in manhattan beach. Parking is ample. read more

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While atmospherically "meh", great food and service! I've been aware of dan for many years, but have never given it a try; After walking by at the mall today, I decided today was the day! The hostess greeted us warmly and sat us right away. The space itself was a bit cafeteria-y in vibe with bright lights, high ceilings, and an exposed kitchen. Even with less than half of the restaurant sat, it was very loud and echoey. While not the most ideal date-night setting, the food and service to come made up for this; Our server Jesus was so kind and friendly, as was every other staff member we encountered. Intent on sampling as much as we could handle, we ordered the string beans, chili sauce pork and shrimp dumplings, pork xiao long bao (soup dumplings), pork belly buns, and the spicy oxtail soup. Everything was served hot and fresh, and everything was absolutely delicious. Additionally, we did not have to wait very long for the food to come out; I imagine they must have a very streamlined system in the kitchen. In the lacking landscape of Chinese restaurants in the South Bay beach area, dan certainly shines it's light! Since, trying the Manhattan Beach location, we have gone to the Playa Vista one as well; An equally great and consistent experience across their businesses! read more

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We had such a great experience at DAN Modern Chinese! The food was delicious, everything came out fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The standout of the night was definitely our server, Vanessa (with one N). She was so friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcomed from the moment we sat down. She had great recommendations, checked on us often without being overbearing, and made the whole dining experience even better. Excellent service can really make a meal memorable, and Vanessa did just that. We'll definitely be back! read more

Dan was a very nice clean and chique restaurant located in the Manhattan beach village. There is plenty of parking since there are park lots and structures around. The servers are very kind and attentive. The food is pretty good! My favorite were the pickled cucumbers and the Dan Dan noodles, the chicken steamed dumplings were good also but I personally found the dough a little thicker than other steamed dumplings. Overall if you are in the area I recommend checking this place out ! read more

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I just visited for dinner tonight and felt quite motivated to leave a review... immediately. My high-level thoughts: - We were quoted 10-15 minutes of wait time upon arrival. Looking around, though, I noticed only half of the dining tables were occupied. Perhaps they simply didn't have enough staff on hand? - The menu is identical to the menu at their Woodland Hills location. Good mix of noodles, appetizers, rice dishes, and a small handful of dumplings and protein entrees. - We had the Black Pepper Beef and the Spicy Dan Dan Noodles with Pork. Both were quite good, ideal for sharing. Still, prices are decidedly high for the portion size, taste and quality. - This place is comparable to Northern Cafe, but - after trying both on several occasions - I think I prefer Northern Cafe. Compared to Din Tai Fung... there is no comparison, truly. Din Tai Fung reigns supreme. - Service was rushed and often times absent, but our server clearly had his hands full. - On our way out, we visited the restroom... and things took a turn for the worst. The larger stall featured a huge puddle under the toilet, remnants of food in the corner(???), and not a single sheet of toilet paper. Another lady came in after me and entered the smaller stall - I heard her say, "Jesus, no, I can't do this" and promptly came out. She didn't think the larger stall was much of an improvement. All in all, I don't think I'll be back to this particular location. I'd give the food a 4 out of a 5, but I bumped the review down to a 3 due to the overall experience - taking into account the service, the delays, and especially that restroom. read more

dan modern chinese - dan dan noodle w/ pork - spicy! - Chinese Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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Dan Modern Chinese offers a bright, modern dining experience with a spacious dining room and an open kitchen that gives guests a transparent view of the cooks at work--always a nice touch. The tables are generously sized, perfect for dining with friends, and the presentation is clean and crisp, complete with beautiful Asian-style utensils. Our waiter was friendly and attentive, though not very knowledgeable about some menu items. Still, service overall was pleasant. Now to the food: I ordered two sets of handmade dumplings. My favorite by far was the pan-seared shrimp and pork dumplings--flavorful, well-cooked, and satisfying. You have the option to order 3 or 5, which is great depending on appetite. The second set, the spicy pork soup dumplings served in the silver pot, wasn't my favorite. While they had that classic soup burst (which hilariously splashed across the table on my first bite), the flavor fell short for me. The texture and filling weren't as enjoyable as the pan chili oil dumplings, and the seasoning didn't hit my expectations. Next up were the short rib beef egg rolls with hoisin sauce. Portion-wise, they were generous, and the filling was packed with short rib meat. Unfortunately, the wrapper was overly crispy and flaky--so much so that it fell apart like a burrito mid-bite. The hoisin sauce was also a bit too thick for my liking, which threw off the balance. The standout dish of the night was absolutely the Dan Dan noodles with beef--chef's kiss. It's easy to see why this is what people come here for. Perfectly seasoned, tender beef, shiitake mushrooms cooked just right, and broccoli that added a great texture and freshness. This dish alone is worth ordering. For drinks, I tried the Thai milk tea boba. The jasmine tea itself was comforting and great for the chilly weather, but the boba pearls were too sticky and overly chewy--not the texture I prefer. Overall: The ambiance and signature dishes shine, but some items missed the mark for me. I'd definitely return for the Dan Dan noodles and pan-seared dumplings, but I hope to see more consistency across the menu. Rating: 6.5/10 read more

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Today I Dined at Dan Modern Chinese restaurant and it was a blast! Clean and friendly environment! The service was exceptionally nice my server Zeeshan treated me like royalty which made me feel right at home! I had the crab fried rice which I highly recommend was tasty and a moderate size for the price! The food is delicious and their dumplings is to die for! Thanks again for a wonderful experience. read more

dan modern chinese - Chicken Dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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Great service and food! Zeeshan was an incredible waiter and we will be back soon! Thanks for making it a fun night.

Dan'm(odern) this was a miss for me... Walking in I really enjoyed the ambiance of the open modern look, it was spacious and inviting. We were seated immediately and the waiter was helpful in giving us some suggestions as it was our first time. On to the food, we tried quite a few different dishes and sadly it all fell short. First thing we noticed was how smalllll the portions are, even the dishes themselves were small which made it hard to stir the food without spilling. Second, the flavor was kind of bland or one note depending on which dish. The best thing we had was the short rib Dan mein and the beef roll. The texture of their noodles Is great, I loved the chew, but still not worth the ticket price in my opinion. And the beef roll was the most flavorful thing we got, and the light crisp on the outside was delicious, but I could get more bang for my buck elsewhere with better flavor notes as well. Overall, I do appreciate how easy it is to get to the place, parking can be hard I assume during busy shopping hours as it is near a mall, the staff was friendly, the interior nice, but I just wish the food actually hit, especially for the price tag. Happy eats, loves! ^_^ read more

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The X Pork Crab soup dumplings, Beef Roll, and Oxtail Noodle Soup were good. Everything was fairly standard Chinese food. read more

dan modern chinese - x pork crab, beef roll, oxtail noodle soup - Chinese Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

THIS PLACE WAS AMAZING! My baseline for xlb is din tai fung. It's fresh and consistent. Dan was so much better and I'm glad I took a chance. Their xlb has a ton of soup and it's easily contained. It had a ton of flavor and was the right texture. The beef and noodles were savory and the beef was super tender. The bok choy had tons of garlic flavor. I had a great first time here at both the Manhattan village and Dan. For a Sunday, I was able to get seated right away. It's a nice place to eat, shop and enjoy sprinkles cupcakes afterwards. read more

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The food was delicious, fresh and warm. Has a casual elegant vibe and is lively. Great service especially Zeeshan - he was friendly, attentive and accommodated all our requests with a smile. Highly recommend. read more

First of all this establishment is very clean, no dirty tables and once a table was done and leaving I saw someone cleaning the table immediately. My wife started off with the chicken homemade dumplings with chili oil (3) and then she tried the pan fried pork and shrimp dumplings (3) and she also had an order of the pan fried chicken dumplings (5) and she was very happy with the presentation and taste. I'd like to add that these were the freshest dumplings I've ever had. Me I tried the soup dumplings with chicken (3), after that I had the soup dumplings with chicken and shrimp 3) and I closed out with pan fried chicken dumplings (5) fried crispy. Amazing!!! My wife had the hot jasmine tea and that has refills with it. I just had a coke. Our server K.J. was amazing, he even served us doing his lunch break. I like this place and next time we are in LA I will definitely return. read more

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Dan's Modern Chinese is a restaurant that has so many good options that it's so hard to just choose one, and it results in you choosing several things for the table. From the fried rice to the green beans, and short rib chow mein show all the yummy options and I'm always excited to come back! read more

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Food was super delicious, portions are great. Super fast service and the staff are impeccable. Our server zeeshan I, was amazing. He knew exactly what we wanted. Made us feel so comfortable. Will definitely be coming back! read more

dan modern chinese - Chinese Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

Excellent food, service and quality. We stopped by here and waited at the mall, as we headed straight from the airport.. we were at the mall for sometime and came here for lunch... if you're looking for an equivalent of Din Tai Fung, this is the place to be. It's not that expensive compared to Din Tai, but the taste is just as similar! The ambience is nice and open, yet classy,.. the service is quick and the food is yum!! Just don't expect cocktails here.. that's lacking especially if you're looking for a good cocktail! I'd highly recommend. read more

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The taste was great but I got a little disappointed when they said they had nothing for a birthday celebrant. It was my actual birthday when we came so a little fruit cup or anything really could have brightened my day. I don't think I will come back here on my birthday again. Sorry. read more

It's a great restaurant, delicious food. Definitely an alternative to Din Tai Fung. This location is great, plenty of seating, service is friendly. Located at the mall so parking can be challenging! Chicken XLB was my favorite over the pork xlb. The wrapper wasnt too thick, filling was flavorful, it had a good amount of soup. Chicken dumplings were also really good. Pork and shrimp dumplings with chili oil was good, not too spicy. Broccoli and string beans were very garlic-ky and right up my alley! Porkchop fried rice was juicy and tender, definitely a must and portion was great. The sesame noodles were okay, a little dry for my liking. We also tried the cucumber salad and it was okay--not the best. Overall, it's a great restaurant and would definitely come back! read more

We had such a great experience at DAN Modern Chinese! The food was delicious, everything came out fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The standout of the night was definitely our server, Vanessa (with one N). She was so friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcomed from the moment we sat down. She had great recommendations, checked on us often without being overbearing, and made the whole dining experience even better. Excellent service can really make a meal memorable, and Vanessa did just that. We'll definitely be back! read more

A friend and I had an enjoyable lunch, the shrimp dumplings were excellent as well as the noodles.

Second visit Lunch service. The place is still loud. There was no wait. The server and hostess were friendly. The food: The XLB were still mediocre and nowhere near DTF. The folds and sizes were all different. The fried rice was good. Nothing really standing out about it. I did like the pickled cucumber salad. The bok choy was perfect. The dan dan noodles were just okay. Definitely reasonably priced for the amount of food. read more

Went to dinner with my daughter and was seated immediately. We forgot to say no eggs for the fried rice and noticed it after our food came out, but they were kind enough to make us another one without eggs. The food is always delicious! Thank you! read more

Great experience at DAN today. I visited with my two kids (ages 8 and 10). Our server, Isaac provided outstanding service. We ordered the Dungeness crab fried rice, chicken XLB, pork and shrimp pan fried dumplings, chicken dumpling with chili oil, and crispy veggie dumpling. We also ordered the green beans and chicken noodle soup. The food was fresh and hot upon arrival. Everything we ordered was delicious!!! read more

Dan is a good alternative to Din Tai Fung, they never have a long wait and the food is just as delicious. Everything that we ordered was good and hit the spot for our Chinese food craving. My favorites were the Shrimp Fried Rice and Oxtail Soup. The fried rice was super simple and paired well with other dishes. The soup was so warm and comforting, healed me in this rainy weather. They have a good amount of seating indoors, the restaurant is modern and clean. They're located right next to the parking structure. ig: @cravingswithcat read more

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Went here with my mom and my cousin. Food was excellent! We got string beans, popcorn chicken, salt and pepper tofu, beef rolls, pork & crab XLB, and short rib dan mein, and I would recommend every dish we tried - especially . Service was great as well, everyone was kind and checked in on us periodically. Dishes were brought out quickly but not all at once, it was a great pace. If you're looking for tasty food, look no further than Dan Modern Chinese! read more

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The chicken noodle soup to start in a cold day is a no-brainer. Our server Jesus was very attentive and the food is always great! read more

dan modern chinese - chicken noodle soup - Chinese Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

Great food and awesome service. We were served by Zeeshan and he went above and beyond. He answered our questions and made great recommendations. The food was outstanding. Specially the noodles and dumplings. Will visit again. read more

Zeeshan was amazing honestly like going to new spots there always a disappointment! But Zeeshan showed us great menu and good recommendations very pleased! read more

The food was amazing! Our server Zeeshan was so kind and welcoming My favorite part of the meal was soup dumplings which had so much flavor but was not overpowering. The tables are all clean and nice. Very fast service and we all loved it! read more

dan modern chinese - Chinese Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

3.5 stars (round up for quick delivery). Not the best Chinese food I've had, but it satisfies the craving. Ordered xiao long bao, vegetable fried rice, sauteed green beans, and short rib noodles. Green beans and fried rice were the highlights, very savory and fresh. The xiao long bao came room-temperature (i.e. not hot) and the noodles were oddly sweet (although the short rib was pretty good. Overall, dan modern chinese did the trick! read more

dan modern chinese - Clockwise from top left: vegetable fried rice, xiao long bao, sauteed green beans, and short rib noodles - Chinese Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

Came here to celebrate my birthday and absolutely loved it! We got the pork xlb, pork and shrimp dumplings with chili oil, vegetable dan mein, garlic string beans, and popcorn shrimp. Everything was fantastic! Great service and super cute atmosphere, I'll definitely be back! read more

dan modern chinese - Menu - Chinese Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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Location is modern and has a lot of light . I like to see the kitchen . So even when I walked out we saw the staff at work which I found cool. I did enjoy the noddles it's a sweet , garlic and slight kick (not spicy ) just perfect. I didn't add anything to my food today to just savor all the flavors . I would love the tea would come in a pot . We stopped by this afternoon and wait time was 2-3 min we got seated immediately. Try the short rib Dan mein read more

dan modern chinese - dan mein short rib - Chinese Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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