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    Fu's Palace

    3.8 (517 reviews)
    ModerateChinese
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Mongolian Beef Lunch
    Patrick L.

    My daughter and I were searching for a spot to host a welcome dinner for her Summer 2026 wedding, which will take place nearby at the Smog Shoppe. Wanting to find something fun, welcoming, and in deference to the groom's heritage, she came across Fu's Palace. As we drove past, she considered just keeping on going -- the exterior is definitely dated and kitschy. But I encouraged her to stop. I'm glad I did. First surprise: plenty of free parking in the back -- a real bonus in LA. Inside, we were greeted warmly by a friendly, enthusiastic woman (Margarita - or Margaret as the locals know her) who was more than happy to show us around. The private event room can hold up to 90 guests, and there's a bar area and even an outdoor lanai space. Yes, it's a throwback -- red booths, vintage carpet, classic Chinese décor -- but it's got charm. In fact, it oddly complements the Smog Shoppe's retro-industrial vibe. We decided to stay for lunch. We ordered the tangerine chicken and Mongolian beef -- both were very good, and the portions were generous enough that we had leftovers. Lunch came with rice, soup, tea, and what I think was an egg roll -- I enjoyed everything. The service was excellent, and prices were very reasonable. Funny note: not a chopstick in sight -- maybe too many old-timers who prefer forks? It just added to the vintage charm. A few days later, we had lunch in Sawtelle with a longtime LA local (and future in-law). When we mentioned Fu's Palace, her face lit up: "That place is an LA institution!" She recalled work events and many meals there over the years, confirming what we were starting to feel -- this place has heart and history. We're planning to reserve the space for the welcome dinner in July. I'm not quite ready to give it 5 stars -- we'll see how the event goes -- but for now, it's a solid 4 stars. Great service, good food, quirky charm, and a welcoming feel. Definitely trending upward!

    Inderjit M.

    Amazing food Friendly service we been going there for last 27 years Definitely to go to Chinese place

    BBQ Pork Barbecued Spareribs (4 pieces). Perfect.
    Lee M.

    *** I think the most important thing that I need to say before I get into this review is this: anyone who reads the reviews for this restaurant and sees one that says "this is the worst food I've ever had I can't believe that the good reviews are real" has an agenda against this restaurant, clearly. There's no reason to say something like that in the first place, and it's also not true. The food is outstanding. It absolutely defines what New York style Chinese restaurants are supposed to be about. *** I consider myself an expert on east coast American Chinese food. I grew up going to Chinese restaurants when other people were going to McDonald's. As a teenager I worked in our local Chinese restaurant, the Peking chef, a very traditional East Coast Cantonese restaurant. Any time I've moved, the first job was to find out where the good Chinese food was. I am a lifer. I've lived in California since 1994 and have yet to find anything that matches what I ate as a kid. A few years ago I came to yelp looking for good New York style Chinese food in the Los Angeles area. I know there's a lot of great Chinese food here, but it is West Coast style which in my humble opinion, isn't as good. Primarily because of the bias that comes from loving what you grew up with, New York style is my favorite. And, as most of you who live out here now, it's hard to find good Chinese food that falls into that category. Not too long ago, in one of my occasional Facebook posts asking people if they knew of someplace good that fit this description, somebody mentioned Fu's Palace and for some unknown reason, I ignored the response and moved on with my life. There was a place that I was going to in Henderson Nevada that I loved and we were there often enough that I didn't feel like I was missing anything. Then I discovered Genghis Cohen, and found a lot of what I was looking for, but not all of it. And I found Paul's kitchen, which also had some of what I liked, but not all of it. And we also had a place in the SCV (since closed) called new Moon, which had what they referred to as a New York style egg roll, which really wasn't, but they did have good egg foo yong. What I'm getting at in my overly long way is I hadn't really found what I was looking for, until today when I visited Fu's Palace. It was everything I wanted. The New York Chinatown interior feel, the pot of tea brought to the table when you sat down along with the chow mein crispy noodles... Just experiencing those two things when I first walked through the door had me hooked. Then I ordered and was brought back to a place in time that felt like it did 40 years ago. I ended up ordering the wonton soup, which was as it should be, broth scallions and wontons. I ordered the eggrolls, which was as it should be, thick and bubbly deep fried filled with shredded cabbage, celery and carrots with generous Pieces of shrimp and "red" pork. I ordered the egg foo yong, which was as it should be, fluffy lightly fried omelettes filled with sprouts and big chunks of bbq char siu and with a side of that sublime brown sauce. And I ordered the spare ribs which were perfectly baked, with just the right amount of sweet barbecue sauce, not so that it drips off but that it stays on. Sydney had the vegetable steamed dumplings and a gigantic bowl of vegetable noodle soup that she proclaimed to be delicious and worth the trip. I ended up also getting some barbecue pork chow mein to go, so we will see how that is. I can't imagine that it's anything less than delicious. I have finally found what I've been looking for 22 years. I will definitely go back.

    Cameron C.

    Me and my friend Zachary went to food Palace when we got there nobody else was at the tables which means we're a full room to ourselves. #Fun. We proceeded to dine on sweet-and-sour pork, pork dumplings, lo mein, beef, and honey nut walnut shrimp that was covered in a viscous white sauce, which was quite unusual. We very much enjoyed the lo mein beef as it was salty and tasty. The pork dumplings came out with a different normal different color than normal. Less than expected yet were delicious and by far of my favorite the sweet-and-sour pork was a mainly fry, but it was all right yet interesting in texture and the yeah that's about. It would go back again. Atmosphere was quiet and euphoric while we could hear much arguing in a likely Chinese language in the kitchen#HomiesBirthday #ChineseFoodTheBest #TheBomb

    Mongolian Beef Combination
    Cassadi K.

    The food here was delicious! Service was very friendly. I got the dinner combination plate with Mongolian beef. They were also playing the World Series game in here! Would definitely recommend to everyone!

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    Ashley H.

    The service is so nice! We called ahead and he was very friendly. The food was yummy. Chicken lo mein (soft noodles) and kung pao chicken for $30 total!! Restaurant is clean but not super busy.

    Buddha's Feast Mixed Vegetable
    Stace G.

    Great NYC-style Chinese restaurant. It's a casual, cozy vibe and friendly service. Tons of vegetarian options-- the Buddha's Feast was lovely and not too heavy. The Vegetable Lo Mein and Egg Rolls were great, and I highly recommend asking for some spicy mustard with them! Food came out super quick and piping hot. I got a simple vodka club soda, but I kind of wish I'd asked for a cocktail menu. Next time! The prices were great and there's quite a bit of free parking behind the restaurant. We came around 6ish on a Sunday and we were seated right away.

    Chicken Chow Mein

    We ordered Fu's for dinner last week for pickup... I should have honestly checked the food before I left, that's my mistake, but I would have never thought this is what they considered chicken chow mein. One, it was swimming in oil and two the noddles came separately....? and were indeed crispy. I called the restaurant when I got home and saw the food because I thought I was given the wrong order at first...but apparently this is what they considered to be Crispy Noodle Chow Mein. This is NOT NY style chow mein at all as a Queens native...idk maybe somewhere upstate....

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    margaret is the best lady ever she is so sweet and gave us a drink refill DUBS AS HECKKKKK she is the best give her a raise right now

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    Friday night disco dancefloor plus eggplant, pot of tea, sesame noodles, full bar. Who are you to resist?

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    Ask the Community - Fu's Palace

    Is this still family-owned?

    Yes..Fu's Palace has always been family owned, and still is.

    Has ownership changed in the past 20 or so years?

    No...same family owns it for many years.

    Do they use MSG?

    No MSG!! These guys are legit, family owned business and they pay close attention to dietary restrictions and allergies. Margaret is super accommodating and friendly.

    Is this place Kosher?

    No

    Am I supposed to believe this place turns into a popping party palace for college kids at night? Because my club is hosting a Halloween party there this weekend haha

    Yes :)

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