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Dragon Loco

3.7 (70 reviews)
InexpensiveChinese, Chicken Shop, Soup
Closed 10:00 am - 8:30 pm

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Shrimp Fried Rice
Dajonna S.

The portion size is amazing! But the rice was super dry. I had to add a bit of water and reheat it a bit to try and save it but it's not the same. The shrimp eggroll was really good however! Stayed nice and crispy on the ride over.

Shrimp Fried Rice

Was going in for pain white rice, did realize this wasn't a fast food.....they cook to order so I got fried rice & they give you fresh cooked not sitting on a steam table food......& it taste great I will be going back!

Ed C.

I ordered some food through Postmates and the food came damaged. Clearly they tried to save a penny on an extra plastic bag and shoved my whole order(for the office) into one flimsy bag, and the juices from the plates spilled all over inside the bag, because the plates were crushed. The fuck is that? Food is over-salted. Orange chicken is way too breaded. Mongolian beef is rough and literally all onions.

Crispy Shrimp
Joy W.

Ok, so this is my second visit post covid, as you can see the food has gone from great to blahs! Taste, presentation cooking methods all get a big fat "F"! DRAGON LOCO IT'S TIME TO CLOSE THE DOORS!! IT'S A WRAP

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Gary N.

When in doubt, you ended up in South Central and you were craving for some Chinese takeout, yep it was Dragon Loco. Located in a not very pleasant place, I saw broken glasses everywhere near the bus stop in front, must be a war zone here. Parking was super limited as they share with Fred Loya insurance and 7eleven, some was only reserved for 7eleven. The service was good, the lady who took my order was super nice and friendly although she didn't know much about history of the restaurant she said it has been here for at least 30 years, and I might just be the only Asian customer in this hood, as she said sometimes she had drunk and aggressive customers coming in and it was very scary. Also I wonder what that chicken salad tasted like since the menu said OUT for like a few years, but at least I got to taste the garlic wings and that probably the best of them all because the chop suey and the shrimp broccoli were both soaking in sauce, I meant too much sauce and if I knew that I would have asked for steamed instead, they didn't have brown rice option as she explained it was taken too long to cook, so no rice for me, but I got so thirsty after maybe due to high sodium intake or MSG, my tongue got that tingling sensation for a bit after finishing all the food, I tried to avoid the sauce but it was unavoidable. At least they allowed you to sit down and eat inside, and the lady was super nice, the trash can was right there but she insisted to help me clean all the boxes after I was done. So I had Chinese food before but this is something the restaurant cook catering to the demographics of the locals here, lots of rice lots of sauce and super salty, for me that would not be how I eat, well at least I knew what to order next time. They have a Vitamix blender so at least their smoothies will be good, then their service was super fast too, they said 5 mins for each customer who came to order and I could hear they were amazed their orders got ready within 3 mins, if you want to support them, check them out once, if you want real Chinese food, maybe look into others :)

Orange chicken more than half gone lol
Bessilita F.

The coconut shrimp is to die for so amazing!!! I swallowed the shrimp egg rolls and wontons. The orange chicken was good as the shrimp fried rice was ok only because after I tasted the coconut shrimp I couldn't eat the other shrimp but over all I loved it!!!!

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The service was good, food came out great, and came out super fast. I really recommend Dragon Loco.

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The guy in the front is super friendly and nice and the food is decent. I will give it 5 stars!

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One of my favorite spots in la! Very cool people freshly made great service. They been there for a long time! so they know what they doing

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Hui Tou Xiang

Hui Tou Xiang

4.3
(487 reviews)
9.0 mi
$$

Came here after a long day of walking along hollywood and i am so happy we did. I wasnt too sure of…read morewhat to expect, but the interior was so beautifully done with a mix of a subway/ speakeasy vibe and perfect lighting for any occasion. It was a but busy when we got there but luckily we got seared pretty shortly after arrival. We originally wanted to sit at the bar, but opted for a table for less wait time. When first looking at the menu we were shocked by the prices. I knew immediately i wanted to get the hui tou potstikers with pork and noodles. We ended up adding on the hongkong style wontons too. To my suprise the wontons arrived in a delicious and warm broth, keeping them perfectly moist and plump. The broth was so delicious even on a hot day, tasting faintly of sesame and scallion. Despite both dishes being pork they were so different and equally amazing in flavor. The pan fried potstikers which were CRISPED TO PERFECTION especially reminded me of black bean shortribs that you get from dimsum, fatty but hearty and had me wanting more and more each bite. The minced pork noodles were to no suprise, so good. Noodles tasted fresh, the sauce was umami with mushrooms and pork. While im not the biggest fan of mushrooms, i still ate it up. I feel it would be so good with some picked cabbage too to complement the saltiness. Most notable thing... THAT CHILI OIL. We probably used almost half the jar left at the table. It wasnt spicy at all, but it had this flavor that i genuinely have never tasted before. The texture of the chilli and sesame and the nutty flavor had me in awe. Enough to take two jars home... i would do it again. Servers were so quick, made sure everything we needed was at the table. Regardless of the crowd we were met with promptness and generosity. This that wonton place your girl tells you not to worry about forreal. Will be coming back despite the long drive from home.

Some call it comfort food, others might call it fine dining on a budget. That evening we went-- it…read morewas simply an amazing dinner. Anything you can eat you any night you don't have to cook is usually a great night out. This evening was no exception. Our waitress was kind and accommodating. Positive energy, drinks filled and smile that felt genuine. The ambiance of the restaurant was bar like, but with adequate seating for dining in. Everything was prepared wonderfully and had tremendous flavor. I recommend trying their Hui Tou, stuffed with pork or beef, pork and leek pancakes, they also have vegetarian options. Their pork shumai was delicious, xiao long bao's soup dumplings were flavorful. Delicious. I definitely need a second trip here to try their soups and more of their variety of dumplings.

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Golden Tree Restaurant

Golden Tree Restaurant

4.4
(389 reviews)
6.6 mi
$$

We came here after attending a Dodgers game and were craving some Chinese food. We ordered the hot…read moreand sour soup, chicken with string beans, broccoli beef, and the house chow mein. Overall, we really enjoyed all of the food. The portions were good, everything tasted fresh, and the dishes were flavorful. The hot and sour soup was a little peppery for our taste, but it was still good and had great flavor. The staff were hardworking, attentive, and kept things running smoothly even while busy. We had a great experience and would definitely come back the next time we're in the area looking for Chinese food. Highly recommend!

First off, AI let me down on this one…read more I came here expecting it to hit the mark for some solid kung pao chicken and mu shu pork after what I thought was a thorough search for the best Chinese food in Chinatown. That was my first mistake -- they don't even serve mu shu pork. That one's on me for not checking the menu first. I ended up getting my kung pao chicken and settled for the Mongolian beef, and veggie egg rolls. The Mongolian beef I could definitely pass on. The kung pao chicken was good at first, but somehow lost its flavor as the meal went on. The egg rolls were just okay. Nice and crispy on the outside, but too mushy on the inside for my liking. I was also pretty surprised (and a lot sad) that they didn't have hot mustard. The tea was really good though! Service was fine. The server was attentive, just clearly busy keeping up with all the takeout orders coming through. Ambience is definitely on the lower side here, so don't come expecting a nicer Chinese restaurant. It leans more Santa Ana burger joint vibes. That said, everything felt clean and they were pumping out a ton of takeout orders while we were there, so clearly they're doing something right. Overall, it just didn't hit for me, and I don't see myself coming back.

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Shrimp Fried Rice 虾炒饭
Shrimp Fried Rice 虾炒饭
Menu as of May 2026 (p. 4 of 6)

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Woon

Woon

4.2
(602 reviews)
6.9 mi
$$

Woon is one of those spots that just hits differently - homestyle Chinese food with such a good…read morevibe to match. The pork belly bao is an absolute must-order. The braised pork belly was so incredibly soft and melt-in-your-mouth, and paired with the pickled carrots and cucumbers tucked into that steamed bao bun - so juicy. We also got the scallion pancakes which were crispy, chewy, and came with a soy ginger dipping sauce. The wood ear mushroom and bean curd stick salad was a nice lighter contrast to the heavier dishes too. We tried the beef noodles as well. The noodles were a bit on the tougher side, which is kind of expected with this style, but the flavors were solid overall. But do NOT sleep on dessert. I had to order the deep fried bao bun with ice cream scoop inside and it was delicious. Absolutely worth saving room for if you're looking to end your meal off with a sweet treat! Parking is easy with plenty of street parking nearby. Love that there's both indoor and outdoor seating - the patio outside is perfect for bigger groups at night, and the inside has its own aesthetic vibe that's equally great. Great service, good vibes, and delicious food. I'll be coming back!

i really don't think you could go wrong with any choice off the menu! the service is always great…read moreand quick. i was actually quite surprised by the braised pork belly over rice. this is such a classic dish that i've always loved from my childhood and they made an amazing version of their own. just this alone was able to keep me full and happy. the cucumber pickles are a nice touch! even if you're not well-versed in chinese food, the menu is a great introduction to delicious staples that you typically can find in asian restaurants! went right before dinner so parking was easy and it wasn't busy.

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Pork Chop Sandwich - Insta @friesandchives
Pork Chop Sandwich - Insta @friesandchives
Beef Noodles 牛肉粗炒麵

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Beef Noodles 牛肉粗炒麵
Pine & Crane

Pine & Crane

4.4
(3.4k reviews)
8.0 mi
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the aromas from walking in was an immediate yes…read more NOMd: - pork potstickers. prob would've smacked harder if we had dined in, they were a little cold and tough but not hard (iykwim). great sear but too thick for my liking. yummy sauce. we got all the extra sauces and they all tasted and smelt so good tbh. - beef roll. wish the roll itself was thinner (preference thing - not into a lot of dough) but cucumbers with beef are always a win. - dan dan noodles. a very light dish. i'm not a peanut sauce girl but i didn't hate it. noodels were fresh and cooked to perfection. - vegan mapo tofu. YUM. not too heavy or oily. perfect spice level. this would be in my to-go roto if i lived here. - beef noodle soup. only tasted the noodles and bokchoy, but both were dank. again with the fresh and perfectly cooked noodles. the broth.... get it!! YUMd: - taro milk tea. love that they use actual taro and not just a premade mixture or packet. light, nutty, delicious. service, etc.: got takeout on a sunday night and it was packed and busy! super cute spot. dude double checked our bag to ensure everything was in there. literally cant beat the price either. really sad they were out of most of their veggie dishes.

Tried Pine & Crane once a while back but in downtown and I forgot how good this place is…read more Got seated quite quickly but this place does get packed quick! Standouts were the Dan Dan noodles and the Garlic Pork Belly. Honestly, great pairing. Satori was so sweet and made the best Passionfruit Green Tea! Need to come back and try everything else!!

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Beef Noodle Soup
Beef Noodle Soup
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Sichuan Impression

Sichuan Impression

4.0
(946 reviews)
10.0 mi
$$
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.

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Wonton in chili oil 红油抄手
Wonton in chili oil 红油抄手
Beef noodle casserole 砂锅牛肉
Beef noodle casserole 砂锅牛肉
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Intestine noodle of Shuangliu 双流肥肠粉
Firstborn

Firstborn

4.2
(141 reviews)
7.1 mi
$$$$

This place is a find! The atmosphere is cozy, but modern. The food thought-provoking, beautiful,…read moreand absolutely delicious. The prix fixe menu (it was $68 when we went) made it easy to try lots of dishes and I think it's such a crazy value for the quality. Servers and bartenders really care and it shows.

This place is an amazing gem. First off the ambience is cool (as in color tone, not hipness) and…read morerelaxed with a just enough formality to let you know they have a plan but aren't stuffy about it. I love the drapes over the big picture windows which keep you connected to a social, public place without making you gaze out on an unattractive street. The cocktails are inspired. A few looked like something from a sci fi movie but tasted like they were made by a pro at the top of their game. The pre fix is all that is offered but they offer some add ons. My wife and I got the tofu and rice which was the perfect amount of food and allowed us to get two desserts. We had asked the waiter about two add ons but he steered us away, saying it was too much food. Although he did suggest we add the duck fat rice (which is it's own add on) to the tofu. We really appreciated his guidance there. We left full but not uncomfortable. All the food was very good there were no misses, but the local fish with preserved mustard greens and the roasted strawberry dessert were two of the best things I have eaten in many many years. This place is such a find!

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Firstborn
Duck sausage
Duck sausage
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