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    4.2 (6.6k reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:30 pm
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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Vegan Spicy Wontons (8 each) Green String Beans with Garlic Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice
    Celine P.

    I love this place. First time coming alone and I saw a hack that if you say you are alone or ask to sit at the bar, you can skip the queue. It was true. I was craving the spicy wontons but wanted to try the vegan ones. The wrapper felt thicker than wontons I have had at other Chinese restaurants. I like it when it's so thin it melts in the mouth with all the sauce. The sauce tho was so delicious. I love how sweet and a hint of spicy. I made the mistake of craving DTF spicy wonton and trying to order spicy wontons at a shop back in Santa Barbara and it pales so much compared to this one. I ate half the green beans. So delicious. I took the other half home. I love how salty, garlicky, umami it is. Perfect crunch and cooked well. Always a favorite. I did have a hard time choosing between this and the cucumber salad. Both are delicious but it's hard to order for one since theres so many good things on the menu. I was a bit disappointed in the fresh squeezed Orange juice. I am an Orange juice connoisseur and I think it should be served cold. It was cool not cold. It was also not as sweet as the fresh squeezed Orange juice from Whole Foods. I do like the pulp.

    VEGETABLE & MUSHROOM FRIED RICE
    Sarah C.

    6/28/2026 KUROBUTA PORK XIAO LONG BAO I think it's safe to say that people come to DTF just for this! Came here for the XLB because it's been awhile and it never disappoints! I always eat it with a ton of ginger and black vinegar. VEGETABLE & MUSHROOM FRIED RICE This is my go-to fried rice. Usually eat this with the baby back ribs. It has a clean flavor and love the crunchy vegetables with each bite. Always comforting to eat this and love it saucy side dishes like the baby back ribs or the shrimp & kurobuta spicy wontons. SHRIMP & KUROBUTA PORK SPICY WONTONS My faves and always have to get this whenever I eat at DTF! It was deliciously spicy and juicy, love the bits of shrimp in it too. The wontons were perfectly steamed. JASMINE TEA My usual order when at DTF. Love a full hot pot of Jasmine tea all to myself! CUSTOMER SERVICE Amazing service! Prompt, attentive customer service! Great service all around from the staff! Came to DTF on a Sunday at 11:00am. Sat at the bar and although many tables were filling up, the bar seats were empty. PARKING Come through Nordstrom side to get to DTF. Parking garage is located at Nordstrom, although it gets packed really fast! There are plenty of parking right outside the parking garage as well. Accessing through the Nordstrom parking garage will make it easier to find DTF.

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    May W.

    Din Tai Fung is solid and the xiao long baos are probably the best I've ever had. I'm not sure if the wait is worth it though. Even arriving at 10:45 on a Sunday, we had to wait an hour for a table. We had rice cakes, xiao long baos, spicy dumplings, and green beans. Everything was great and ambiance calm and inviting, not a typical dirty Chinese restaurant.

    Noodles with Spicy Sauce
    Monica N.

    My friends and I got the spicy wontons, string beans with garlic, noodles with spicy sauce, and the chicken xiao long bao. The food is always so delicious here but the only downside is that it's a bit pricey. I definitely would recommend the spicy wontons and the string beans with garlic. Service was great! They're working pretty fast to bring out the food! The ambiance is great, somewhat dimly lit and they have plenty of seating, I would definitely recommend making reservations so that you're not stuck waiting hours for a table :,)

    Kale with Garlic
    Vicki C.

    I made a reservation which is an awesome and they were able to accommodate a change in my party, so thank you for that Din Tai Fung! I think we got the usual items but the quality and freshness of the ingredients is still outstanding. Everything tasted amazing. I'm always glad to find they put the right amount of salt in each dish.

    String Beans with Garlic
    Cynthia C.

    Great service, attentive staff, ease of creating a reservation and delicious food! I came with my parents on a Monday and pre-booked a reservation through yelp about an hour prior. Food came out hot and very quickly!

    Vegan Dumplings (10 each)
    Karren D.

    Okay we all know that DTF is not hurting for business since they have many locations and they are always busy. But I really want to give a shout out to our waiter JIMMY. My husband and I came here for an impromptu lunchdate since our kid was on a weekend field trip. I've been craving their dumplings for so long (we missed the downtown disney location because the waitlist was crazy long!) Jimmy went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of. He recommended to have our VEGAN SESAME NOODLES cut in half so it would be easier to eat. We rarely had to flag him down since he consistently checked in on us. Seriously, the service at DTF is on point! Like a well-oiled machine. Punctual, courteous, good staggering of dishes. Here are our favorites: Wood ear mushrooms in vinegar dressing - don't skip this! Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao Vegan dumplings - perfect little textures from bok choy, and shiitake mushrooms with a beautiful green hue from spinach juice Cod dumplings - good meaty portions String beans with garlic - omg such perfect and flavorful crunch in each bite! Vegan noodle in sesame sauce - green from spinach juice as well. Thicker sauce with some heat Thank you for a memorable lunchdate experience and thank you Jimmy for your phenomenol service!!

    Chocolate & Mochi Xiao Long Bao (6 each)
    Ange M.

    I always go this Santa Anita mall location whenever I'm in town and visiting with Family, this was my 4th time at this DTF location. We decided to go during non-peak hours so there was no actually no wait. There was 8 of us and were seated right away. No matter which DTF you go to the quality and consistency is always the same. We always order: Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao Shrimp & Kurobuta Pork Spicy Wontons ß My personal favorite, I dream about these Wontons Braised Beef Noodle Soup String Beans with Garlic Chocolate & Mochi Xiao Long Bao (MUST EAT with the Sea Salt Cream!) First time trying: Bok Choy with Scallion-Infused Oil Fried Pork Chop- didn't care for it, nothing special about these pork chops. Service was good, location and tables were clean. Btw, if you have 6 or more then gratuity is automatically added to your bill so double check your bill when it comes.

    Sweet Taro Xiao Long Bao (10 each)
    Johnson P.

    I've been a avid DTF eater since the first location opened (and closed down). We've been going here for over 10 years at this point. The food is always amazing, every thing on the menu is delicious (they don't miss on the food). I also appreciate that you are able to join the waitlist on yelp, which I feel like a lot of places don't do anymore nowadays. Food: this is our staple for our family of 4: Pork XLB x2 Crab & Pork XLB x2 Shrimp & Pork Spicy Wontons Sautéed Green Beans Beef Noodle Soup Sweet Taro Dumplings The service is very good most of the time. I noticed when it's busy they start to slip up and forget, having to ask them a few times before we get what we requested. They give out a new set of utensils and plates for desserts which is appreciated. They also pack your leftovers for you. Our visit this time was a bit disappointing compared to my many previous visits. They don't leave the chili oil on the tables anymore so you have to request it, and when it comes the portion is super tiny, so we have to keep asking for more which makes us seem needy and places more of a strain on the workers. The size of the sweet taro dumpling has decreased in size AND we used to be able to order half of an order (5) but now we have to get a full order. The price of the food has increased over the years, and more rapidly these past couple of years, which is no problem but when the portion and size decreases while the price increases then it becomes a problem.

    Green tea iced, lychee flavor
    Carolyn F.

    Scrumptious dumplings ( Steamed or pan fried) hand made at Din Tai Fung are always a joyful bite. The waitlist may be long at this busy location but the restaurant will text you approximate time to be seated. Once inside, service is efficient, friendly and attentive. It's a clean, modern restaurant on the second floor of the mall, The Shops at Santa Anita ( Arcadia). Best to park toward Nordstrom side of the mall to find an escalator to the 2nd floor.

    Daryl D.

    Reservations via Yelp and it is such a lifesaver. Our server was great and the food here is always good. I love the cucumber salad and xlb here; a must. I tried the pork sticky rice and I think I have a new favorite. The shrimp fried rice was good, but not my favorite. Honestly though, whatever you get here will always be delicious.

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    Rochelle M.

    Din Tai Fung has become a tradition for our family whenever our adult kids visit. Our daughter is home. :) We made a reservation at this location because of glasses she needed at JINS. She also wanted to shop at specific stores that are all within the Santa Anita Mall. Weekends are always so busy! You can feel the energy as soon as you walk in. We were seated in an area with a group of about fifteen 13 y/o boys who were all over the place. The adults with them did absolutely nothing to manage their disruptive behavior. We weren't concerned at first because they appeared to be finishing up. But later realized that they were not, so we had to endure them for half our lunch. Fortunately, the always delicious food and consistently amazing service made up for the torture. Along with our usuals, we tried the Sesame Buns -- YUM!! We always appreciate the wonderful service from the hostess at check in, the warm greeting from staff members on our way to be seated and the friendly expression of thanks as we walk out. Our server today was Amanda, and she was notably exceptional from beginning to end.

    Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao (10 each)
    Samantha P.

    Excellent as always- fast service, friendly staff, clean restaurant. I was able to check in on the app about an hour prior to our estimated seating time, which was super convenient. The food came out quickly and was hot and delicious. I tried the sesame noodles for the first time and i was absolutely blown away! Will def be ordering those every time now. Cant wait to come back next time!

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    Food is always great , expensive though. The employees are fast and kind . I go there a lot , and the service is always great !

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    The food and ambiance were great, as always! The service from Chris Seunghan B. was above & beyond!

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    Best soup dumplings in Southern California, maybe in all of the US. Definitely try this place.

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    Ask the Community - Din Tai Fung

    Where can I drop off a handicapped person?

    At the Nordstrom entrance. It's on the same level as DTF and an easy walk through. DTF is literally right outside the entrance of Nordstrom in the mall.

    Do you have a private or semi-private room for 30-40 guests for a dinner event on May 7, 2025 at 6pm?

    For private dining information, please email our Guest Services team at guestservices@dtf.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

    I have to reservation for lunch?

    Yes, or i would suggest checking the wait times an hour or two before you plan on going.

    What is the price range per order?

    If you want a full meal here, at least $20 or more per order.

    Can we bring our own wine? Is there a cork charge? How much?

    Hi Ella, yes you are welcome to bring your own wine bottle. We have a $15 corkage per bottle. We look forward to your visit!

    If i dine in and don't finish my meal can i box up the left over food and take it home?

    Absolutely! In fact, the serving staff will often box it up for you.

    Do they accept cash?

    Hi Juancarlos, yes, our restaurant does accept cash. We hope to welcome you soon!

    Is it okay to dine alone and do I need to make a reservation or does it have only a short wait?

    It is totally o.k. to dine alone there. I have walked in spur of the moment so many times. Sometimes they will direct you to sit at the bar which is nice with good service. You can also ask for a table. I have never made a reservation there.

    Can I bring a cake for a birthday?

    I don't see why you couldn't. Unless it needed to be refrigerated, I highly doubt they will store it for you. But you could always call and ask.

    I want to have my bday there but it's for a party of ten, so I can't make reservations. I know Saturday is busy but what are my options for getting a table for 10 on a Saturday lunch or dinner? How long would the wait be?

    Weekends can be a 2-hours wait. Best to go early, put your name down, go shopping and wait for them to text you. A lot of people ghost them and don't show up and when they say 2-hours, it could be 1.5 hours.… Read more

    When do reservations become open for a certain day on the website? For example, today 11/19 I can only book up to 12/7. Do they open each day to book at a certain time? If I want to book for 12/10 when would that day before open to book?

    Hi Sarah! Our reservations currently release one month in advance. If you have any questions about availability, please email us at guestservices@dintaifungusa.com.

    Is there happy hour here?

    Hello, we do not have happy hour at this time.

    Do you need a reservation in order to eat here or is walk in okay?

    I would definitely recommend a reservation! Unless you are also going to shop, then you are fine with walk-in. When I walk-in the wait is usually 60-90 mins! They text you when your table is ready.

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    What's the best or preferred time/day to come in with little to no wait?

    The best time is during lunch. Also, best days are during the week.

    Do they take American Express?

    Hi Lynn, Yes, we take American Express at our restaurants. We look forward to your visit with us!

    Is there different pricing for lunch vs dinner?

    Same menu for lunch and dinner

    Do they take apple pay?

    Yes, we take mobile payment at our restaurants. We hope to see you soon!

    Is there outdoor seating?

    No this location is inside the mall.

    Can you accommodate a party of ten , not separated?

    Yes, but you can't make reservations ahead of time, you have to show up with your whole party, wait to be seated and they'll seat you together.

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    Shanghailander Palace

    Shanghailander Palace

    3.6
    (289 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    Can't underestimate the absolute beast of a feast you can have out in Shanghailander Palace. There…read morecan be a wait here at times so be prepared for that on weekends. Now, food. Everything is good and absolutely savory so be ready for umami left and right. Personally for me, I'm a sucker for anything braised or fried so surprise surprise, we got a healthy dose of braised pork and fried seaweed fish! Both were absolutely salivating so if you're stuck between one or the other, just get both. Pan fried buns are also another guilty pleasure of mine, so be liberal with how much you order, you won't regret it. Stuff yourself silly with the buns, just try not to splash any soup onto yourself. Beyond those 3 dishes, we ordered some noodles and vegetables but meh, protein dishes are where it's at. So all in all, this is a palace fit for a king/queen like you, eat up, be merry, maybe come back for round 2!

    Tried this place recently and left with mixed feelings overall…read more First off, the ambiance and decor are honestly probably the strongest part of the experience. The interior feels nice and lavish, and the dishes are served on these massive plates that really give off a luxury dining vibe. Servers were also nice for the most part. Food-wise, I ordered the yan du xian, xiao long bao, and a crab dish that came with the thin wraps usually used for duck. The xiao long bao was acceptable, though the flavor was definitely different from what I'm used to at other local spots like Din Tai Fung. Not bad, just different. The crab dish was actually pretty tasty and something I'd definitely order again. The yan du xian, unfortunately, was the weak point for me. I have this dish relatively often, so I had certain expectations going in. The soup had this strange stench to it that I can't really describe beyond just tasting "stinky." It may have been from the pork or bamboo shoots, though the pork itself tasted okay to me. Whatever it was, the flavor just felt off, and I'd probably skip that dish next time. Overall though, I still enjoyed the experience enough to maybe come back and try other dishes like the acorn fish and braised pork, but will need some time first to forget the yan du xian flavor...

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    Chang's Garden

    Chang's Garden

    3.8
    (524 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    This place is the GOAT when it comes to Shanghainese food in SGV. My family is from the province…read moreright next to Shanghai, so I grew-up eating food from the region. My mom is an excellent home-cook, as was her mom. I drive alll rhe way out from West L.A. to eat at Chang's Garden. Sure, some other Shanghainese places in the SGV are a much shorter drive, but they just don't have all of the classics on the menu. Here's what I ordered this past weekend:: Tofu skin mushroom goose (7/10) Cucumber salad (8/10) Tung Po pork belly (9/10l Shoyu meat balls aka Lion's Head meatballs (9/10) Seaweed fried fish (8/10) Shanghai chewy rice cake (6/10) Omelet veggie rice (8/10) Sheng Jian bao (9/10) XLB (7/10) Billl came-out to $185 including tax and tip. Took it to-go, so the rice cake and XLB scores are lower than they would've been for dine-in. So much food! Excellent value, friendly staff, and lots of free parking in the shopping center lot (especially now that the supermarket is closed). Bon Appétit!

    We finally had the Pork! One of their favorite dishes! It was tender and juice, but was missing soy…read moresauce flavor and sweetness; Cucumber was very good, sweet, tangy and crunchy; Chicken was a bit disappointing, the meat wasn't taste like cage-free chicken, and we didn't expect it was a warm dish; Steam soup dumplings went ok; Tofu dish was the best one for me on that day! Green beans with four-skin was good too; Candied walnuts with shrimp was normal. Dishes came out very quick. The server was friendly. It is a good place for family and friends to go, and you could find a parking spot pretty easy.

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    WangJia Restaurant

    WangJia Restaurant

    4.4
    (109 reviews)
    4.0 mi
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    *** Los Angeles Times 101 Best Restaurants (2022): #86 ***…read more Ended up at WangJia Restaurant this past Saturday night for dinner for my first time. We arrived around 6:15pm without reservations, and unfortunately, every table was taken. The wait ended up being ~15 minutes, which was not too bad. We decided to walk over to Blossom Market Hall down the street for a quick drink to pass the time. To eat, we ordered the Stewed Duck Soup Noodle ($13.99), Shanghai Style Sweet And Sour Spare Rib ($16.99), and the Crab Meat With Dry Noodle ($14.99). Each dish was satisfying. If I had to pick a favorite, it would probably be the Stewed Duck Soup Noodle. The Crab Meat With Dry Noodle (one of my favorite dishes I tried in Shanghai) was admittedly a bit of a letdown. Overall, our experience here was positive one. Service was friendly, and the food came out surprisingly fast. The space itself is on the smaller side, but the ambiance is nice and intimate. If you're in the area, I'd recommend giving this place a try. I'd like to come back at some point to try more of their menu items.

    Wangjia offers beautifully cooked Shanghainese dishes in a location with black and white photos of…read moreold Shanghai. Shanghai Stewed Pork and Squid with Tea Tree Mushroom: The dish is served in a classy clay vessel. This is Chinese surf and turf at its finest. There are super tender pork morsels with a little fat on the edges. The pork and the squid complement each other so well through the long braising with sweet, savory, and ginger flavors. The tea tree mushroom is straw-shaped and wrinkly with a nice texture. Dining Area: There are about a dozen tables inside. Parking: There's a parking lot, but many of the spots seem to be reserved for other businesses. There are also many street parking spaces.

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    Red 99 Grill Bistro

    Red 99 Grill Bistro

    4.2
    (417 reviews)
    2.6 mi
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    $12.99 lunch special ?? In this economy?? And it's authentic Chinese food?? YESSS PLEASE!! A family…read moremember recommended this place and the price definitely got me interested ... and wow I was so blown away like the quality is definitely up there with famous Chinese restaurants in the SGV. Also, rice is free!! And cooked soooo well like not mushy at all. I know some places charge extra for rice but not here. You also get complimentary edamame and miso soup. Hunan Style Fried Pork-- it looks intimidating but the chilis are the fragrant kind!! Super mild baby spice, not like eating serranos. Super good flavor, wok hei is there, definitely getting again Stir Fried Pork Belly-- Similar to Hunan style but instead of chilis it's ... onion. There's so much onion. We just picked out the meat. Order the Hunan one with chili instead of this. Steam Greenland Halibut-- ORDER MULTIPLE!! One is not enough to share with the table!! It's so good you pretty much just want your own. It's like banquet style whole steam fish softness and texture and flavor.... Without the enormous price tag. Braised Pork in Brown Sauce-- Melty fatty tender goodness. The sauce is super rich and savory. Pretty much everything here is made to eat with rice so if it's too salty for you.. eat more rice. Stir fry dry bean curd with pork-- Look I know it's not the most appetizing looking or all that in terms of color palette.. BUT IT IS GOOOOD! Not all restaurants can make a good tofu dish but wow this is amazing. The flavor profile reminds me of that bean curd appetizer at din tai fung with the seaweed strips and bean sprouts. It's savory, slightly vinegary, meat is really tender and the tofu texture just goes sooo well with everything. Fried squid in three flavor sauce-- WARNING!! There's the clear squid bone (?) attached so make sure you pull it out !!! Flavor wise it's my first time having a sanbei dish that wasn't chicken. It's good though! Super tender, just make sure to pull out that clear strip and you're all set. Kung Pao Chicken-- Basic dish but NOOOT basic flavors!! Best kung pao chicken I've had in my life my god. We ordered it for the kid lolol but we probably ate more than he did. The chicken is super soft and tender and there's mala spice!! It's not the Americanized flavoring but actual spice and mala. Stir Fry Fish Fillet in Spicy Sauce-- Super soft fish and it comes with tofu too. Flavor is kind of like mapo tofu? It's good with rice!! No complaints 10/10 had a great time, love the price, and definitely will be coming back. There's a big parking lot too!

    Lunch special is $12.99 and includes a side dish of edamame, soup (we had miso), and white rice…read more I stopped by with my parents on a Wednesday and we arrived just after 11am but restaurant opens at 11:30 so we wanted in a queue. Inside is roomy, fairly updated, and clean. Attentive service and friendly staff. We ordered 3 dishes and liked it all. They used fresh ingredients, do not over season, and decent serving size for the price. We also noticed on their menu a banquet menu which we plan to reserve for our next larger gathering since they also have private dining rooms. Overall, I understand why there is a wait on a weekday. It's a good value!

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    Mama Lu's Dumpling House

    Mama Lu's Dumpling House

    3.3
    (181 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    We had heard a Mama Lu's had opened in Arcadia, so we had to try it. Walking into the restaurant as…read morea party of 8 on a Saturday around 5:30pm, there was no wait. After ordering our food, within 5 minutes all our food started coming out. Service was quick! I thought the fish fillets were plump, tender, with tons of flavor. The green onion pancake was crispy. The green beans were crunchy and flavorful. The pork chops were crunchy and delicious. The soup dumplings were juicy inside with a thin wrapper on the outside. I like how the juice bursts into your mouth. There were two dishes that could be better: the chow mein noodles were just ok. It's just not made with the type of noodles that I'm used to. The mapo tofu was kind of bland. After eating here, I felt satisfied and full. The serving size was right and most of the dishes had good flavor. It was reasonably priced and the waiters were very attentive. I would definitely come back here again to try other dishes.

    came with my family to mama lu's at the arcadia location and the interior is very spacious…read more first of all, i do think they can do a better job with their cleanliness for the cups/plates. there were some hits and misses for the dishes we ordered. their chicken is very good and tender and i love it with the scallion oil. the salt and pepper shrimp is on the saltier side. i liked the black pepper beef with mushrooms, very tender meat as well. the fried fish was also pretty good in terms of flavor and freshness. the biggest miss was their fried rice, it was very mushy and lacking in flavor. portion is good for sharing with family!

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    Din Tai Fung - taiwanese - Updated July 2026

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