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    Chung T.

    Worst service ever! Staff was rude and acted like not wanting to sell anything. Did not welcome any customers coming in.

    Top left: shrimp dumplings; top right: shumai; bottom: cabbage & mushroom steamed bun
    Sophia B.

    The food was mediocre. It tasted as if it came from a frozen package. In the shumai, one of my family members found a piece of plastic. The dumplings were also quite expensive. I have tasted much better dumplings for a cheaper price. The service was all right, nothing special. However, the open condiments like chili oil did not seem sanitary to consume. Overall, I would not recommend eating here. You might as well purchase frozen dumplings at a grocery store for a much better price. There are better food options around the food court as well.

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    Smaly K.

    Wasn't too bad, actually better than we expected. They had dumplings and bao buns with different meats and shumai. We need just a bit of a snack before we hit the road, so we decided on dumplings, and mostly because we saw they had a big jar of chili oil, which definitely helped in our decision and did make the dumplings taste even better. They also offered soy sauce, dumpling sauce, and Sriracha.

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    Great food!! Awesome sauces. The one with chili flakes is the best. And their tero bao buns are the best!!

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    Wasn't greeted in a kind manner. Worker had an bad attitude and looked like he didn't want to be there.

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    Young Dim Sum - Shanghai Dumplings aka Soup Dumplings (Xiao Long Bao)

    Young Dim Sum

    4.2(198 reviews)
    46.6 mi
    $$

    Been there a couple of times. Dim Sum service was speedy, friendly and professional even when the…read moreplace was full of customers. They serve in restaurant as well as pick-up. I have eaten in Chinatown in San Francisco and also in Los Angeles, this place compares well! Food is really good and fresh. Parking area is huge (near the Von's supermarket and lots of other businesses) family friendly, wheelchair assessable, with clean restroom.

    My daughter and her bestie were talking about dumplings, so they looked up this place and wanted to…read moretry it. I had no idea it was even here, It used to be a sushi spot, so we figured we'd give it a try :) I wasn't sure what to expect, but we were pleasantly surprised We've been to a lot of dumpling places so I'd say we can tell good, mediocre and bad and we thought everything tasted pretty great. Everything came out fresh, hot, and really good. Spicy wontons were delicious. Our server was super sweet. She was taking care of us, another big party, and a few smaller tables but still made sure our drinks stayed full, checked on us often, and made sure we had everything we needed. Great service. We ordered: Pot Stickers (totally forgot to take a picture) Fried Pot Stickers Soup Dumplings Spicy Wontons Cucumber Salad Glad we gave this place a try :) If you're craving dumplings, it's worth checking out. We'll definitely be back.

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    CIE Sichuan Cuisine - 46. Eggplant with Garlic Sauce

    CIE Sichuan Cuisine

    4.2(646 reviews)
    37.0 mi
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    I missed this place so much that I ended up making a trip to Palm Springs/Indio so I could try…read moretheir food again. Their food was still very good, and I was lucky to be there before they close for the summer. Recommendations: Garlic cucumber, clear noodle with dressing, spicy combo pot, stir fried lamb, spicy wonton soup, fish with sichuan pickles The only thing I don't recommend is fried eggplant. Portion was very small for the price ($17), it was stuffed with minced meat which wasn't in the description (I wouldn't have ordered it if I knew) They will be closed from May 25th through Sept 21st, 2026.

    Many of the items on their menu were "sold out" due to Coachella. They had limited items…read more Upon arrival there was a very distinct smell. We ordered from their already limited dim sum menu which was suppose to be available until 4 pm per their menu. ( we got there around 2:40 pm) Other parties arrived after us yet they were served their food before us. The service was not great. The food was subpar. They even charged me for food they didn't even deliver. When I expressed I never got the food yet she charged me she tried to get me to pay for someone else's food. I told her that was not my bill. I would not recommend coming here. The table was dirty and so was the cutlery. It got two stars because the pan fried scallion tasted fine and my daughter liked it.

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    Big Skyy Bistro

    Big Skyy Bistro

    4.1(654 reviews)
    30.7 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Speaks Mandarin

    It's been almost one year (Sept 2025) since Big Skyy closed it's doors at its old location across…read morethe street. They had to...the building was scheduled to be torn down. Our entire family grieved the loss of one of the best dim sum and Chinese cuisine restaurants in the Riverside area. But lately, there was a lot of talk, good talk, that the same owner had reopened here, a tinier bistro setting, not as flashy interior. So here we are, finally, late to the party, but sublimely happy. First things first. An order of their siu mai. Still just as plump, with their signature, wonderful pork- shrimp filling, my taste buds let out a big sigh of relief. I've had to endure some pretty horrible ones from other restaurants lately. Big Skyy's is superb. Next, the black bean pork ribs. Wonderful, just as we remembered. A healthy portion, plenty of meat in spite of the bones. Great gravy. Finally, the eggplant with beef. This one was extra special, made with generous amounts of filet mignon, eggplant cut in spears, cooked in a salty sweet garlic sauce that is very special. It was melt-in-your-mouth, swoon worthy. One of my favorites. They still accommodate large family groups, a few big round tables for 6 or more. The staff was very friendly and took the time to answer all our questions. They feature the same marvelous menu and the same chef who creates those traditional Chinese dishes with pizzazz. It's wonderful to re-acquaint ourselves with an old "friend". It's even better to know, the important things we remembered have not changed a bit. You would be right to assume we will be back!

    Pork buns are pretty damn good. The Shu Mie are large and tasty…read more Too easy to miss the restaurant.

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    Big Skyy Bistro - The new location with new menu

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    Seven Grams - Xiaolongbao

    Seven Grams

    4.6(400 reviews)
    43.3 mi
    $$

    A casual and inoffensive eatery offering Chinese cuisine. Most times I've visited, there has been…read morelittle to no wait, and I've been seated almost immediately. Many of the dishes are meant to be shared, making it a good spot to order a few plates for the table. The cucumber salad is a solid starter. It is something refreshing to snack on while you wait for the rest of your food. I ordered the Cheese and Chicken Rolls along with the Golden Prime Beef Soup. The rolls were rather greasy and indulgent, and I would probably skip them next time. If you must try them, I'd recommend limiting yourself to one or two pieces. The Golden Prime Beef Soup, on the other hand, packs a serious kick. If you can't handle much spice, definitely let the staff know. Those bright red chilies aren't just for show; their heat permeates the entire broth. My conclusion is about the same as my introduction: the fare is inoffensive, but it's consistent and good. It's a dependable option when you're looking for a casual Chinese meal without much fuss.

    Located in Victoria Gardens. This is one of my fav spots in Tustin and I didn't know they had other…read morelocations until recently. Service is quick and I think the prices are very reasonable. The menu is relatively simple which I think helps with the wait times, and it also makes ordering nice and easy. The shop is pretty small but it was luckily relatively empty when I went on a weekday for lunch. I shared 3 dishes between me and boyfriend and thought it was a perfect amount of food to fill us up Spicy XLB: 4/5 I liked this but I think the seven grams XLB is better Beef roll: 5/5 I love how crispy the scallion pancake on this is Wonton w/ chili sauce: 4/5 this is always one of my fav dishes

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    China Republic - Beef Dish

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    3.9(1.3k reviews)
    42.7 mi
    $$$

    This is my favorite Chinese restaurant, the quality of ingredients is unmatched. Every single dish…read moreI had was an explosion of flavors in my mouth. Intoxicating, mouth watering aromas from the kitchen, I am impatient and cannot wait for the dishes to arrive at my table. This is my fifth time coming here alone and with friends. I've never had an issue with the wait or the service. Everything is tip notch and I just absolutely love this restaurant. Today I ordered, the green beans and it's simply the best I've ever had. Just the right amount of salt and garlic, and what a crunch. The hot and sour soup, authentic and better than Chinatown. It's salty, spicy, vinegary, bamboo shoots was crushy too. The roasted duck was spectacular, crunchy skin and flavorful meat. Perfect seasoning. The orange chicken is a must. Crunchy and so so tasty. Every chicken pieces were crunchy and no bad pieces in this batch. This is not your panda Express orange chicken or Panda Inn, this is your Mr Chows Beverly hills orange chicken. The quality is un-matched. I don't know what these noodles are but they are crunch and delicious. I am so satisfied, and I also love the prices too, very good for this quality. I'm getting such a great deal.

    We had a reservation we came at opening. They made reservation u see the impression we would be one…read moretable. The woman on the phone said it would be fine. And they spilt us into two tables. Each table ordered separately and only one table got food. And ate. The other table waited an hour and got no food. We are one large party and yet the staff messed up big. And they claimed the manager isn't in. They have good food when it arrives but it's not orderly or friendly. Lacking communication with kitchen and staff. They used to be better

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    House of Bao - dimsum - Updated September 2026

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