Ho - Wah

Dropped in on Saturday for lunch with my little guy. We both have a soft spot for good Chinese food…read moreand this was the closest spot Yelp suggested. We received a warm welcome upon entering and noticed a clean restaurant with a few occupied tables. We ordered two lunch specials and waited a few minutes before being served our beverages and a cup of egg drop soup. The lunch specials were good portions and we had enough for a second serving each. We'd definitely come back for lunch for their reasonable prices!

Portions were generous and service was great. Awesome asian…read morefood I did have trouble fitting in the booth seating because I am a big guy so if you are big as well I suggest dining at a table

Fresh Mushroom Beef

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Annie’s House

4.5(129 reviews)

Food is sooo good. My friend and I always split an amazing Salmon. The lemon sauce mixed with…read moremashed potatoes is worth having. We are always given an appetizer that could be a meal in itself. Annie is always so pleasant.

We have been following Chef Stephen and Annie Lo for over 20 years! From Prunedale at Jim's…read moreRestaurant to now Marina at Annie's House! Their food never disappoints and they are always adding new items to enjoy! A great choice between Chinese and American! They have a big "To Go" following but if you have the chance to stay and dine in, you will be pleasantly surprised Annie will make you feel like family from the first visit and Stephen will make your order any way you like it! He has been a Chef over 45 years and worked in restaurants in San Francisco before opening his first restaurant over 25 years ago in Prunedale! Bring your family and friends and enjoy their wide and varied menu! His steaks are incredible, as well as his salads and pastas. He is now well known in Marina for his Chinese food and the place is hopping in the evening with orders to go! Special orders do not upset them and Steve is very versed in healthy eating and he will suggest alternatives if you're trying to eat a little healthier! He has helped people with clean eating with their food to go! They can also cater your next party or gathering. Just give them some good notice! One of our favorite places to go in Marina

Perfect for lunch or dinner for a delicious family or couples outing. I suggest call ahead for reservations on weekends.

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Sweet and Sour Chicken

Noodle Bar

4.0(933 reviews)

We've been coming here since 2018, and it continues to be one of our favorite places to eat. The…read morefood is consistently delicious, the servers are always friendly and attentive, and the overall experience keeps us coming back year after year. One thing to know--this place gets very busy, especially during peak hours, so be prepared for a wait. But trust me, it's absolutely worth it. The quality of the food and service makes every minute and every dollar worthwhile. My personal favorite is the fried catfish plate. It's so good that I have to order it every single time we visit! Crispy, flavorful, and always cooked perfectly. If you're looking for great food, excellent service, and a restaurant that's worth the wait, this is the place. Highly recommended!

We arrived on a Friday around 3:30 pm, were seated righted away and greeted by our server Thomas…read more He was very friendly and answered our menu questions, offered suggestions, and brought out our drinks quickly. We decided to get the large bbq chicken and grilled chicken plates with the fried rice option. My friend added veggies to her bbq chicken plate and we each added a shrimp egg roll. Our food came out very fast and we laughed at the generous portions. Thomas made sure we had everything we needed and we had an assortment of sauces on the table to spruce up our dishes to our liking. All in all the food is good but wouldn't say we were wowed. The bbq chicken was both our favorites and I highly recommend that dish! The service was excellent, Thomas did everything right! The ambiance is low key, kind of has a hole in the wall feel, super casual. My one complaint is that the floors are SUPER slick and a major fall hazard. They have floor carpets everywhere to probably help with that but the tile sections are small death traps. (Yikes)

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Large chicken and veggies, fried rice option

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Shrimp egg rolls

I'm Thai Cuisine

4.3(397 reviews)

I loveeee this place!! Friendly and fun staff, love the decor and vide of the restaurant, and the…read moremenu selections! I am I huge fan of crab fried rice and this place has some delicious crab fried rice! And the Thai tea is addictive!

8.1/10 Ordered the…read moreyellow curry, BBQ beef, pad Thai, and soup. Overall, the experience was solid with some standout dishes and a few disappointments. Starting with the yellow curry, this was one of the best dishes we ordered along with the soup! The curry had great flavor from the cumin and turmeric curry paste, and came with potatoes, carrots, yellow onions, and chicken. The sauce was rich, flavorful, and perfect with a side of rice to soak everything up. Portion size was generous enough to share as well. The only downside was that the chicken was unfortunately a bit dry. The BBQ beef was the biggest disappointment in my opinion. The beef was marinated with lemongrass and black pepper and had a nice grilled flavor, but the meat itself was very dry and not worth ordering again. The pad Thai was decent overall. It came with Thai rice noodles, stir-fried eggs, bean sprouts, onions, and sauce, and we ordered it with steak. The flavor was almost there and still enjoyable, but the dish leaned on the dry side which held it back a bit. Service was attentive and friendly throughout the meal. The ambiance was clean, quiet, and peaceful, exactly the relaxing atmosphere you would expect from a Thai restaurant.

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QQ Noodle

4.1(323 reviews)

0.6 mi

Such a local gem to the community…read more All the food tastes home made and very fresh. My favorites were the Lemongrass Chicken Wings, Chow Mein & Jumbo Salt Pepper Shrimp Their wings reminds me of San Tung wings in sf, the noodles in the chow mein has a nice bouncy texture & the fried shrimp was so crispy, I didn't have to remove the shell. Oh and the shrimp are HUGE I also heard good things about their pho. I noticed other tables around us ordered their different noodle dishes. Their drinks were yummy and I was pleasantly surprised with their options and quality of ingredients for a non Milk Tea specific establishment. The 2 women working the front were very nice & helpful. They were moving nonstop to take orders, serve tables, ring up guest, clean tables and also make drinks. The restaurant has 10-15 tables for seating and plenty of parking outside. The last point that will keep me coming back is the price. While other restaurants push towards $20 plates, QQ does a great job at keeping the menu affordable for all ages I'm sad I haven't tried this restaurant sooner.

Right away, QQ Noodle staff greeted us and had us seated. She was very friendly and kind…read more We ordered our meal and drinks and everything came out perfectly! It was our first time here and it was delicious and we will definitely be back.

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Jim's Chinese Restaurant

4.3(748 reviews)

6.0 mi

Jim's is easily the best Chinese food in the Monterey Bay area…read more We live in Marina and the places here are "so so" . so we heard good things about Jim's and boy are we happy to have a great option that's not too far away. Everything we've tried has been great. And the service is excellent.

This place is the definition of a hidden gem…read more Tucked away in a random corner, it's easy to drive right past it and never think twice. From the outside, it doesn't look like much, and inside it's tiny tiny. maybe 6 to 8 tables total. Honestly, it could use some updates or a bigger location, but don't let any of that fool you. The second you walk in, you get that old-school family restaurant feeling. The kind of place that's been around forever, where the same family is working every shift and knows half their customers by name. No room for a Togo box hidden storage, no trendy décor, just people focused on making great food and taking care of their customers. The owner was incredibly kind and even brought us a complimentary order of their veggie rolls to try. They were absolutely delicious and such a thoughtful touch that made us feel genuinely welcomed. And the food? Absolutely incredible. Every single thing we ordered was packed with flavor, fresh, and cooked perfectly. Not one dish disappointed. It's the kind of restaurant that reminds you why local family-owned spots are worth supporting. If you're looking for fancy, this isn't it. If you're looking for some of the best food around in the Monterey area, this place is a 10/10 and well worth the visit. Don't judge this place by its location or appearance, the food speaks for itself.

Human beef and all white meat Kung pao chicken meal plus 2 egg rolls.

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Lucky Bamboo Restaurant

4.5(111 reviews)

23.4 mi

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Our second time coming here. If we lived anywhere near here, we'd be regulars! This is some of the…read morebest Chinese food I've ever had . We're from the Orange county California area and traveling back from Santa Clara for the world cup, we were driving and realized we were close to passing here again during lunch time and we just had to stop again. We got the meal deal for 2 people. Orange chicken, veggie fried rice, wontons, chow mein and dumplings. Delicious! Cozy little corner place that you can tell has a lot of history behind it. Our server was I didn't catch her name (so sorry) was courteous and cheerful as we chatted and let her know we were returning customers. If you're hungry and nearby or simply passing thru, do yourself a favor and have a bite to eat.

Vegetarian food is great, this is my 2nd time stop by. Located in Gonzales…read morecity...............................................................

Don't be fooled - it's a gem. Yelp said they were closed, but their sign on the door said open. Glad we gave this small Biz a chance!

Mongolian Beef Dinner was phenomenal.

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四姐 Special Noodle

4.5(1.2k reviews)

23.3 mi

Women-owned & operated

Speaks Mandarin

Had Special Noodle back up in Cupertino, but this one may the best of them all! Whichever sister…read moreruns this one is COOKING for real. Best soup dumplings we've had in YEARS...including DTF. GREAT WOK-hay on their eggplant & green beans. And their Pan Fried Pork Buns (生煎包) remind me of Yang's in Shanghai. Paper thin skin on top, and crispy doughy bottom... absolute MASTERCLASS! Edit: spoke with the manager when paying and found out this was the original HQ! No wonder it's the best haha

I am writing to share my deep disappointment with my recent experience at Special Noodle despite…read moreits strong reviews. My husband and I stopped by to order food to go. Upon entering, an employee named Jason motioned for us to walk over, handed us an open iPad, and walked away without any explanation. As first-time visitors from out of town, we were unfamiliar with their ordering system. When I asked for assistance finding a specific dish listed on their website, he rudely told us they did not offer it. He then made a comment in Mandarin or Cantonese to a colleague, and both men looked at us. At that point, I returned the iPad and let him know we would not be ordering. As a mixed-race couple, with my husband being permanently disabled, we were left wondering if this unwelcoming behavior was motivated by discrimination or if it reflects the restaurant's typical customer service. Regardless, the interaction was extremely uncomfortable and disrespectful. Fortunately, we went to Yan Flower nearby instead, where we received kind, welcoming, and excellent service. Yes, the food was good too! Sometimes food isn't the most important thing you receive from a restaurant, don't get me wrong it is a strong motivator, but for me, service is everything.

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Jack's Bao

3.7(209 reviews)

7.3 mi

The place is nice and clean. Thumb up. Food was decent and…read moreservice is fast. It is located right in front of hotel continental.

i went into this place with really low expectations. like any ethnic food in tourist areas, it's…read moreusually pretty bad. now before i give my review i do know what's up with bow. as a kid my grandmother who was born in china town would buy these from china town all the time and feed them to me as a kid. so i know what's good and bad and what bow should taste like. looking at some of the bad reviews i really don't think these people know what's up or maybe they been eating at Panda Express too much (you know real Chinese food‍‍) anyhow the bad first... it's pricey but this is a tourist area so you shouldn't expect anything less. waiting for it might take some time BUT they are fresh and hot even in China town they are only warm most of the time from sitting around for awhile. so the good... yes it's takes time but what would you expect from something made to order as a bow. i did order the red bean one because i was craving something sweet. now most reading this probably have no idea what red bean is but iykyk!! the bun was super soft and the bean was smooth. also my kid knows this type of bow bread as well and she won't hold back if it is bad. their first impression was "yeah good" so the bun is spot on the way it should taste. you also need to eat bow fresh for the best taste. because the longer you wait the worst it will taste. the bread will get hard fast. saw a lady in these reviews complain about no paper on the bottom of the bow. huh? they put paper on bow only when they are sitting too long... say in a pastry shop or when you order them to-go to bring to friends or family later in the day so it don't stick. they don't need it if you eat it right away. either way i give them a 5 out of 5 for the bow. 2 out of 5 for the price since you can get them in china town for $2 bucks but good luck in finding that around here so a totally fair price so stop bitching. but again very decent bow and would go back again for sure.

Clean, bright, and spacious

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Full Moon Mandarin Cuisine

3.9(700 reviews)

7.9 mi

This is my favorite Chinese cuisine place in Monterey. I usually order Chef's Special items, which…read moreinclude Sichuan Style dishes. This time, my partner and I got the Sichuan cold noodles, fish soup with pickles, and eggplant in garlic sauce. The noodles are a great texture, and the sauce super flavorful with a little sweetness and numbing spice. The fish in the soup is super tender, cooked to perfection. The soup has a little spice, but it's mild and balanced with the pickled veggies. The eggplant has so much flavor, sweet and umami. We also love ordering the Dandan noodles, cumin lamb, and shredded potato. These dishes are very similar to ones we ate while visiting the Sichuan province in China. They offer all of the familiar favorites as well like chow main, fried rice, and Mongolian beef (but I highly recommend trying some specials). The service is friendly and efficient. The food comes out quickly. You can also easily order for pickup on their website. The inside of the restaurant is cozy with plenty of seating. I will continue eating here whenever I'm craving Sichuan flavors (which is often).

Super good food very fast service they move some tables together so we can have large group of 8…read morepeople together The salt and pepper fish is amazing good value The ginger beef is very tasty and good quality of beef They have some parking in the back and you can enter through the back door so that helps if you can't find parking on the main street Simple, classic good vibe exactly what you want from classic Chinese restaurant nice decoration simple paintings on the wall. Everything is the definition of a good restaurant.

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Faez H.

238

116

1805

8 months ago

This place truly feels like stepping into a time capsule of an authentic 1980s Chinese restaurant in America--in the best way possible. From the moment we arrived, the service stood out. The waiter was incredibly kind, attentive, and accommodating, especially with our family member who uses a wheelchair. He immediately recommended a comfortable and convenient table, which made the experience feel thoughtful and welcoming. The food was excellent. The hot and sour soup was easily the best I've had--perfectly balanced and deeply comforting. The salt and pepper fish was simple yet incredibly satisfying, letting the flavors shine without being overdone. The beef with green beans was solid and well-executed, exactly what you hope for in a classic dish. They also offered chili sauce, which elevated everything and added a great depth of flavor. To top it all off, we were treated to a complimentary sesame bean dessert, a generous and unexpected touch that really rounded out the meal. Friendly service, comforting classics done right, and a nostalgic atmosphere--you can tell this place has heart. If you're in Marina and craving reliable, old-school Chinese food with genuine hospitality, this spot is absolutely worth visiting. read more

John B.

8 years ago

the HongKong Ugly Woman Manager is very arrogant , super rude, greedy and such a snob. The dish was horrible, super sweet and hard to eat. We came from china, and rice is cheap as fck there, she offer us so little rice(which cost 3*1.65=4.95 dollar) that we three can not simply eat, then we insist more rice, but she overcharge as 3 times 1.65 dollar) so we end up paying the bitch 9.9 dollars for such little rice!! At the end of the meal, we r so unhappy with the meal that we want to pay little tips . Then she put on the bill which she gives herself 15% tips already in the bill, what a shameless bitch!! Why u paying urself the tip, arent we the customer decide to pay how much tip ??? We tell them we only will pay her 4.95 for the rice, she becomes crazy angry, said:"u eat the rice, u pay the price! If u dont pay , i will call the cops." What a pay-me-5 dollar-or-i-will-call-the-cops-fake hongkong bitch! HongKong Ugly whore, i tell u, u r chinese too, and hongkong is a piece little tiny shithole belong to china! U r not superior to any Chinese. U r greedy, snob, ugly , unprofessional, and u lose the face of chinese and hongkongese. U should be fired or fire yourself. read more

Lawrence W.

13 years ago

Delicious! Went to Monterey for Labor Day weekend and stopped by Ho Wah Restaurant on the way. I haven't been there for long time. The dinning area looked different when we got in, much nicier than I remembered. Found out from the waitress that the restaurant has recently been remodeled. After driving for close to three hours, we were starved. Waitress was very friendly and recommended a few new dishes. We ordered Szechuan Shrimp with Tofu and Green Beans Combo (Shrimp, Chicken & Beef) in garlic sauce. Both were delicious. The szechuan and garlic sauces were light but tasty, different from the typical thick sauce in most chinese restaurants. The green beans were cooked just right, a little crisp yet tender, not soggy. We went back for dinner the next day. We had mandarin Chicken, salt & pepper spare ribs, and shrimp chow mein. I enjoyed the mandarin chicken the most; the sauce was very appetizing. I would definitely go there more often if I live closer to Monterey Bay. read more

Momotaro S.

5 years ago

The owner is a trip and somewhat dishonest in my opinion. I have been screwed over by this restaurant twice. My first bad experience was pre-Covid with my doctor. We both met for lunch here and afterwards we were talking about the bill. The owner added a gratuity for herself which is not alright. The food was subpar not anything great. My second experience was for takeout. I thought I would give this restaurant another chance. I ordered chow mein, curry chicken and beef broccoli. When I wanted to pay this same lady had an attitude and said she doesn't except credit cards. I was shocked and fortunately I had cash to pay. When my parents and I had the food it definitely wasn't worth the money I spent. This restaurant definitely doesn't serve good Chinese food and two strikes and they are definitely out. Won't be returning. The owner is an ass!! read more

Hapa H.

6 years ago

I definitely won't recommend this restaurant. I found the lady at the front counter to be extremely standoffish and not really appreciative of my business. She asked me to not use credit cards for payment and asked me several times to please pay using cash. I found this request as petty and I was definitely put off by her request. I ordered chicken Chow Mein and broccoli beef as well as fried rice. The Chow Mein was extremely greasy and not to my liking. The broccoli beef was mediocre but the broccoli was pretty much raw. The fried rice was flavourless and tasted no different than plain white rice. I gave 2 stars because the decor looks lovely and the restaurant appearance looks clean. One other thing I will mention is this restaurant has a very low overall health score that is available here in Yelp. Hell no I won't be returning!! read more

Katherine N.

Elite 26

4 months ago

Hands down the best Chinese food in the county. Every dish we've tried has been consistently delicious, but the salt and pepper chicken is an absolute must-order. Even the soups stand out -- comforting, flavorful, and clearly made with care. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients here. Everything tastes fresh, well-prepared, and never greasy or heavy like a lot of other places. On top of the food, the service is excellent. The staff is always friendly, attentive, and the restaurant is clean and welcoming. Plenty of parking in the front. This has easily become our go-to spot for Chinese food, and it never disappoints. read more

Lorena C.

11 years ago

I've eaten at Ho Wah restaurant 3 times now, twice for lunch take out and once dining in for dinner. I have been impressed every time with the freshness of their vegetables and other ingredients. The staff if very friendly and very accommodating of my various dietary restrictions such as no garlic and gluten free. Just Monday of this week I ordered lunch from their seasonal menu and ordered the shrimp with asparagus in black bean sauce- delicious! The portion size was generous, too. The new management has greatly improved the taste and quality of food, and I will certainly continue to frequent this restaurant. read more

Lucy B.

13 years ago

It's a miracle what a change in management can make. I don't know exactly why they kept the old name, which had not so good connotations for most people, but this is a whole new restaurant with only the old name left over. The dishes are made from fresh ingrediants, the service is friendly and prompt, the prices are reasonable, serving sizes are ample, and the cooking is while standard Chinese really pretty good. This is the Monterey Peninsula after all, so don't expect yet the culinary miracles of San Francisco, but who knows how far they could take it with such a fresh new start. read more

Patrick C.

12 years ago

For those in search of delicious food in large portions for a reasonable price, look no further than the Ho-Wah Chinese restaurant in Marina. Their food only has natural ingredients with no added MSG. If you are dinning there, you can expect fast and friendly service in a calm setting. They also do pick-up and can have your order ready in 15-20 minutes. If you are local, they do delivery if you ask for it. This is the best Chinese food I have ever had and I have gone there five times in the past three months. I would recommend the orange chicken and house special fried rice. read more

Alicia G.

217

10 years ago

My fiancé & I decided last minute that we wanted Chinese. This place was one of the few in Marina that were open after 8. We were hesitant at first because we don't like to try new places, but I am happy we did. We ordered the pot stickers which were huge but had a great amount of meat. The chicken fried rice, which was pretty good. The beef broccoli on the other hand, was one of the best I've had! The won ton soup was very flavorful and they give you a large amount.... Plenty of left overs! Over all great experience only took 15 minutes for pick up. Thanks for dinner Ho-Wah ! read more

Wild Flower P.

11 years ago

I saw Ho Wah a nice review on Monterey County WEEKLY, so my family and I decided to check it out. We found this is the best Authentic Chinese Food in Peninsula. I saw a sign say that "NO MSG" and Fresh Vegetables " , it is very delicious and u can tell it is very fresh. We ordered a Szechuan Delight, the sauce taste sweet, sour and spicy. I ate 2 cups of rice with this sauce. Also, we tried the salt n pepper chicken wings that it is addictive. Finally, we order two more orders. Don't forget to try these two dishes. We will be back ! read more

Chris H.

6 years ago

Definitely one of the best Chinese restaurants I've ever gotten takeout from! I had Mongolian Beef and my friend had the Pineapple Fried Rice. Both were super flavorful, and the portions are very generous. The hostess even threw in a Sesame Ball dessert on the house, and they were delish! My only dig is that the menu isn't clear on which dishes come with rice (the beef didn't) and the person I talked with on the phone didn't bring it up. Everything was still tasty, just would have been even better if I had known to get rice! read more

Baron Lee V.

6 years ago

This is a deplorable restaurant with unethical business practices. The woman who I believe is the owner is rude and very dishonest. On one visit with my Doctor she added more than 20% gratuity to the bill. On another occasion she said she doesn't except credit cards even with signs that claim otherwise. Food is bland and tasteless and it's obvious cheap low quality ingredients are used. Food caused me stomach distress. read more

Kathy D.

16 years ago

This is our new favorite restaurant in Marina. We took the advice of a friend and stopped for take out. The Pressed Almond Duck was really great and we never find pressed duck anywhere! We tried many dishes: plain fried rice (so flavorful we wondered, if this was plain...), Barbecued Pork Chow Mein, Paper Wrapped Chicken, Mu Shu Pork, Kung Po Chicken-everything was wonderful. Made fresh while you wait. Good prices too! read more

Kathy G.

8 years ago

The worst egg flower soup I have ever had and to top it off it was lukewarm. The waitress bought my dinner out first while my girlfriend waited and waited for her dinner. Finally flagged waitress down and asked where her food was and she said ' Oh, I will check on that" and then proceeded to go to another table to take their order. Not going back that's for sure! read more

Kimberly W.

13 years ago

Took my kids here for lunch and we loved it. Very affordable. Food was delicious. We had their salt and pepper chicken wings, Mongolian beef and chicken fried rice. Very clean and neat. Service was great! Probably will be our regular spot from now on. Even let us try the fried wonton and sweet and sour sauce on the house. Definitely recommend it!!!! read more

Jo D.

12 years ago

What can I say about Ho-Wah, extremely delicious. Their orange chicken and green bean combo is very good. Also their service was great. They treated me very nicely. Im from So- CA and I have been to many chinese restaurants but I have never eaten at a place like Ho-Wah. THeir food is the best. I'll will be definitely coming back here. read more

Brian O.

12 years ago

First time to visit Ho wah Authentic chinese restauant, We ate Green bean special, Ma Po Tofu , and Salt and pepper chicken wings. Everything is fresh and tasty. We are chinese n come from San Fancisico , We tried the other chinese restaurant,but nothing special. We are lucky to find HO WAH Chinese Restaurant. We'll be back soon. read more

Michael D.

13 years ago

Under New Management! I have tried the food twice now since the change in management. Have to say it tastes really good. If you decide to try it, I recommend the Generals Chicken, Mongolian Beef or the Sweet & Sour Pork. It gets better every time I try it! Can't wait to go there again. read more

Robert Theodore G.

12 years ago

Everytime is a wonderful experience. Green bean with garlic sauce house special is very tasty and great flavor. My favorite house special for both chow mein and egg fu yung can be eaten daily. Fresh food, friendly staff, and great management. read more

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4.0

(394 reviews)

Me and my husband don't go to dinner much because we have a toddler. However it was a special…read moreoccasion so we chose this spot considering it was more laid back. The food itself was great. However the service we received was absolutely devastating. I can't think of a thing she got right. First, after ordering she brought out only my drink (my toddler who isn't even 2 yet is allergic to milk and I got a milk tea) so he did start to cry. Once the server came back to our table, I asked her if his drink could be brought out so that we could get him to calm down. She said, of course, and then came back with food and not his drink. About 10 more minutes went by before she finally brought his and my husbands drinks out which my Husband ordered a mango smoothie with no Boba of course it came with the Boba. And then when we explained to her that he specifically did not want the Boba in there, she tried to blame another coworker for putting it in there saying that it wasn't her fault. Then before my soup had come out, she informed me that she forgot to write a large portion down, so the kitchen only made a small, and then apparently the kitchen told her "that they did not feel like remaking it correctly because it was her mistake." and then asked me if that was OK if I just got the regular size. Since they don't have a kids menu, that's what me and my son were sharing and I also wanted to take food home for leftovers considering the small and large was only a dollar difference. Then she brought the food out without any spoons. There were no spoons on the table either. I had to flag down another server to get our spoons. Then there were a few times where I tried to call her over and she walked right past me like she didn't hear me. Another customer had to flag her down for me because it was noticeable and quite ridiculous. So we just asked for a check and the containers after being embarrassed by the way we were treated and my child who was not calming down we just decided to leave and take everything home. Which she then brought out small containers when we clearly had full large bowls of soup left. It was just one thing after another, so I asked to speak with management, which they absolutely handled the situation beautifully. So overall, it is a great place, but they really need to work on their servers.

8.8/10 Ordered pho…read moretai, spring rolls, and bun bo hue--l, definitely hit the spot for Vietnamese comfort food. Starting with the pho tai, the broth was light, fresh, and super flavorful. Noodles were cooked perfectly, and the steak was tender with no complaints at all, just a really solid bowl of pho. The spring rolls were fresh and well-made, paired nicely with the peanut sauce. Simple but done right. Tried bun bo hue for the first time and was pleasantly surprised. The spicy lemongrass broth had great depth without being too heavy or overly citrusy. Loved the mix of beef and pork, it made the dish feel hearty but still balanced. Only minor downside was the noodles, I personally prefer thinner ones, but that's just preference. Overall, everything was great. I was feeling a bit under the weather, and this meal definitely helped, light, comforting, and satisfying. Service was fast, the restaurant was clean, and it had a quiet, relaxing atmosphere.

I'm Thai Cuisine

4.3

(397 reviews)

Cantonese Express Food

4.3

(150 reviews)

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One of the best places to order take out. It is a true hole in the wall only a few tables and just…read moreas little ambience. The regulars don't care as long as the food is good, which it is. I'm not saying it's the best in town. But, if you have a craving for some house fried rice, chicken chow mein, beef broccoli and shrimp with vegetables in oyster sauce. It will not disappoint. As far as service expect true Asian service. You may get a quick smile and you may not. What may come off as rude to some is just them getting back to work so they can get your food to you as quickly as possible.

I order food from this restaurant often especially their wonton soup. My coworker and I always…read morecount on this spot for delicious soup to comfort us on those days when you just need it. So after I took my mom on a Mother's Day weekend spa day, we were pretty starving afterwards we decided on Chinese so Cantonese express it was! We wanted to go someplace where it wouldn't matter if you are not dressed up. I'm sure we looked pretty crazy. We just came from the spa. No make up comfortable clothes messy hair- I'm probably looking half asleep or like we just woke up. We were still treated accordingly and got our delicious food. I'm pretty sure this is a husband and wife for many years combination. They got it down. He's in the back cooking she handles everything upfront. Food comes out quickly with very generous portions. If you're looking for fancy, go somewhere else if you're looking for super good classic Chinese food come here you won't regret it.

Golden China

4.3

(96 reviews)

Came today from Hollister first time trying place and it was super good! It was authentic chinese…read morefood and huge portions.

Excellent excellent surface. The servers all know what they're talking about, and they are both…read moreattentive and get the food delivered to you hot and quickly.. I had the Korean spicy chicken entrée and it was truly delicious. Best in town. Looking forward to a return trip.

Baan Thai

4.2

(477 reviews)