It's best Chinese food i ever tried in US!!! I lived in China for 3 years, i know what Im talking about! Now it's my favorite food place in California. Thanks to everyone who created it. Service is amazing, super nice, super fast. Price is decent. Environment wonderful! Can't wait to come back read more

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After a 20 minute wait to be seated on Memorial Day Monday for lunch, here's what we ordered: Okra in Seasoned Dressing - fresh okra in a soy vinagrette, if you love okra, then get this unique dish Steamed Jiaozi Combo - thin skinned, different fillings depending on color, see photo for details JA Signature Xiao Long Bao - I'm not a dried shrimp fan, but the rest of my party enjoyed this dish Plum Braised Pork Belly - good flavor, not as melt-in-your-mouth as I would have hoped Fried Eggplant with Sweet & Sour Sauce - my favorite, this dish comes with a surprise in the form of fried potatoes, included is the most tender and fragrant bowl of jasmine rice I've ever had Birthday Girl Vanilla Ice Cream - really good ice cream The next time I visit, I will definitely try the pan-fried Jiaozi with it's pretty lacy skirt, and more of the house specialties like: Honey Black Pepper Angus Beef, Sweet & Sour Fish Filet, and Stir-Fried Green Beans with XO Sauce. When the XLBs were placed on the table, there was no accompanying ginger or sauce. After asking our server for some ginger and sauce, he brought a condiment caddy which included the JA special sauce, soy sauce, vinegar, and chili sauce and a dish of shredded ginger. Our server was attentive and accommodating. read more

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Amazing dumplings house, fried rice and service. Highly recommended. The steamed dumplings, the fried dumplings and the ambience were exceptional. read more

Quality handmade dumplings! We had two orders of scallop & shrimp dumplings, green beans, assorted dumplings, pan fried crunchy veggie dumplings, lychee drink, and our server was so sweet & informative. I got dressy because I had to fit the vibe of this lovely wooden decor. You can also watch them hand make the dumplings! read more

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Elegance and Chinese food often seem Yin and Yang - they often don't mix ! But this place is an exception! Great ambiance, superb service, beautiful utensils, and exquisite food! How's that for a new Chinese food experience? To be fair, we came on a Wednesday night so it might not be as pleasant on weekends. But parking was great as they are in a large complex with many restaurants so lots of free parking - and they are right next to the 5 Fwy. We ordered there (at this writing) $56 special combo - which was a great deal and for two and we took home enough for almost another meal. The dumplings were very juicy and tasty- no less than Din Tai Feng's. The braised pork was nicely done with slightly crispy skin and tender center. Loved their rice! Fluffy, fragrant, and fulfilling! I'd come back just for that! read more

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Got takeout on a Saturday during the lunch rush. There was a 1hr wait but since we ordered and picked up our food there was no wait. Angus Beef Dumplings 3/5: The beef was a bit tough and kinda tasted like a hamburger patty in a dumpling wrap Chicken mushroom dumplings 5/5: This was the best of the dumplings we ordered. It was super umami and delicious The xlb (i think the signature?) 4/5: Pretty standard Mapo tofu 3/5: The tofu was seasoned purely with the chili oil. Besides the taste of the chili oil, it had no flavor. Plum braised pork belly 5/5: I gave it mor points for being unique and having pickled plums. The flavor was good but the meat could be a little softer. Chili tofu skin salad 5/5: You cant really go wrong with this. Overall, the portions are a bit small. My family eats less so it was enough for us but probably wont be enough for others. I think if I waited 1-1.5hrs to eat this, it would have been more like a 3 star review but since I didn't have to wait its more of a 3.5 star. It's a decent place to eat at, but I probably wouldn't go back though. read more

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The food quality is really good at this nicely decorated and clean restaurant. It has a variety of dumplings to choose from, along with all other Chinese dishes. I enjoy every plate I had at this restaurant so far. It is definitely my go-to for Chinese food now. read more

JA Jiaozi - Dim Sum Near Me - Irvine, California

Yummy place! Service was fast when we came in a weeknight, and they have a great variety of dumplings on the menu. Loved the combo with the different colored dumplings! It was a delicious sampler AND fun. Was a good spot for a date night, but would be perfect for a group of friends as well. I can't wait to go back here and try more!! read more

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Food was good! I liked the beef dumplings and the XO green beans. Wasn't a big fan of the scallop and shrimp dumplings. Service was quick and the restaurant was nice. Would come back again and convenient. read more

JA Jiaozi - Shrimp Chow Mein鲜虾炒面 and Stir Fried Green Beans with XO SauceXO酱爆四季豆 - Dim Sum Near Me - Irvine, California

It's a nice place in Irvine for dumplings! It has a nice interior and good food. The server was nice and did his best. They were probably short staffed when we went. Two servers in the afternoon. We did order a handful. Some items was never brought out, but it was resolved by the time we left. Things happen. So that's fine. Keep it up though. The dumplings were good and fair price read more

A nice and modern interior with very fair prices, we had a great meal overall at JA Jiaozi! Service was very attentive and friendly throughout our meal. We went on a Saturday (mother's day weekend) around opening and were able to be seated immediately. However by the time we left, it was packed with some parties waiting. The okra appetizer was lightly seasoned, chilled, and overall a simple but fantastic starter. I loved the crunch and flavor of the okra. The dumpling skin salad was unique and had a sesame-spice flavor to it. The Pork XLB were giant and super liquidy! The soup inside was very flavorful and I really enjoyed it. The pan-fried jiaozi were also excellent. I loved the crispy edges and the flavor was also spot-on. One of my favorite dishes was the Sweet and Sour Fish Fillet! They were lightly crisped and had such a soft and tender interior. They were able to make the Mapo Tofu vegetarian which we really appreciated. Both the Mapo Tofu and the Chicken Chow Mein were good, but the other dishes I did enjoy more. read more

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First time here! We tried the popular dishes the okra, braised plum pork belly, pan fried kurobuta jiaozi, shredded pork with pancakes. All was so good. Service was great! Will need to come back and try more! read more

not worth the price! Bland! thought would be comparable with dintaifung but not really! we had 5pcs steamed jiaozi combo, and shrimp fried rice with bonito flakes that did not have the flakes(they forgot) we called and no one was answering the phone. read more

A Beijing China favorite for many tourists and locals here in Beautiful Irvine California. JA Jiaozi has all the right ingredients for fresh handmade dumplings and delicious noodles dishes. Their fried rice with succulent shrimp is divine and not too greasy or salty. Just the balance of flavors to entice your taste buds tonight. I arrived here at 5pm and was promptly seated at my favorite table. I normally just order simple dishes to test their culinary skills and JA Jiaozi has passed with flying colors of the rainbow. Highly recommend this new restaurant because authentic Beijing cuisine and artistry is hard to find since most would be at South Coast Plaza for the other dumplings house in Costa Mesa. However JA Jiaozi is definitely worth the drive for your comfort zone to venture outside the box. Enjoy and breathe in the sweetness of life today. read more

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If you're looking for something similar to Din tai fung but don't want to wait 2hrs, come here! They offer a variety of jiaozi which they make in house! We ordered a bunch of dishes, but my favorite had to be the pan fried shrimp jiaozi with the skirt. The food was well seasoned and delicious! And the best part was we only waited about 10mins to be seated on a Friday evening. :) read more

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It was our first time trying this place and we are very happy with the experience and it exceeded our expectations. The service was very good and the waiters and workers were very nice. The service was also very fast, the waiters were on top of everything. We ordered 2 foods, 1 appetizer, and 1 dessert, all were very good. The shrimp fried rice was delicious and the signature sauce mixed with the chili oil was probably one of the best sauces i've had! The place is very cozy and clean and already by walking in you get good vibes. At the end we ordered the chocolate Jiaozi and they were so good, honestly underrated! Overall, the food had really good flavor and I would definitely come back! If you like Din Tai Fung, you would love this as-well! read more

JA Jiaozi - Chocolate jiaozi - Dim Sum Near Me - Irvine, California

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Immensely enjoyed lunch here today! I joined my friend for a food collab she was doing but I will honestly say their food quality surpassed Din Tai for me personally. I have been trying different restaurants the last few years to avoid going back to Din Tai (we hate the wait) and this place did the trick. Service was friendly, interior was done beautifully and I enjoy watching the chefs making dumplings in the open concept kitchen. I loved their short rib, lobster XLB, and pan fried shrimp jiaozi. Brown sugar boba ice cream was a fun end to the meal as well. I'll definitely be coming back with family :) read more

Pros: - Servers were very very nice - Veggie Chow Mein Noodles were delicious - Their Signature Sauce at the table was so tasty I drank it straight - Food was fresh AND served quickly Cons: - Although there were many open/empty tables, we waited a very long time (30 min) to be seated - Soup dumplings were very one note in terms of flavor - Pan fried chicken dumplings lacked flavor - Truffle steamed dumplings lacked even more flavor considering they were supposed to be truffle read more

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While on the search for a new dumpling joint, we ended up on the yellow brick road to JA Jiaozi! After being denied from Din Tai Fung, on yet ANOTHER waitlist, our senses were on the money by finding this delicacy. And while we don't like to compare... this establishment made the latter seem, dare I say, overexerted? JA Jiaozi excelled in every. Single. Category. Our server, Salvador, told the story our stomachs wanted to hear. The flavor in every plate shined brighter than the sign out front. With reasonable prices, charming decor, and fantastic service, I'd say this restaurant has the trump card in the dumpling world... and as always, Mike Hawk Jr. signing off Spicy Kurobuta pork xiao long bao - 9.4 Kurobuta pork xiao long bao - 9.4 Chocolate Jiaozi - 8.9 Honey Black Pepper Angus Beef w/ Mushrooms - 8.3 Flaming hot jiaozi - 8 Okra in Seasoned Dressing - 7.1 Tropical Thunder slushie - 9.1 Mango Galaxy Drink - 8.7 read more

JA Jiaozi - Dim Sum Near Me - Irvine, California

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Amazing experience. Tristian took excellent care of us and helped with recommendations! 10/10 would definitely recommend to friends and family! read more

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Food is okay. Service is good but servers need to be more attentive as they have messed up or order twice. Food is a little bit Americanized and not authentic. Price is not your typical cheap Asian. Don't think will be back. But if you're used to Americanized Chinese food then this place is acceptable. trust. read more

Went here for a birthday lunch. The food was amazing! We tried a bunch of different things, like steamed and fried dumplings. The XLB was delicious, and the fried rice was so flavorful, plus it had whole shrimps on top. The spice wonton wasn't super spicy, but still really good! You should definitely check this place out if you're around. read more

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Atmosphere was good. Food was very good. The servers were prompt and courteous. Definitely will come back for more.

We wanted to give this place a try since we found out that this is a sister place to Bistro Na. Originally, we wanted to come here for an early dinner but there was an hour wait so we decided to come back for lunch instead. There were people waiting for them to open but we got seated immediately. Better to come here for lunch than dinner! The restaurant is beautiful, with plush booth seats everywhere. A long continuous booth runs along the back wall, which has dumplings arranged in a large intricate pattern. Two long booths run down the middle of the restaurant with another booth nearby and by the entrance. The middle booths have a tall wooden cubby-like shelf that holds white vases with flowers and behind this are round tables that seat up to 8 guests. Birdcage-style pendant lights dangle above the round tables and the kitchen can be seen next to the area as well. This place was immaculate and great to look at. We ordered the following: 18- Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao (5 pieces)- this was ok and tasted like any other dumpling chain restaurant. Hubs said that he couldn't taste the difference with this place and the others. I thought this was ok because the xlb didn't break when we picked it up from the steamer. Daughter thought it was tasty but she agreed with Hubs in that it was ok. 13- Steamed Jiaozi Combo, which came in 5 colors. The colors were yellow for chicken with pumpkin; white for scallop and shrimp; black for beef with cuttlefish sauce; green for veggie with spinach and red for pork with red cabbage. The multi-colored dumplings were nice but we couldn't taste the difference. They all tasted the same. 8- Pan Fried Scallop and Shrimp, which has scallop, shrimp, chives, shrimp paste and sesame oil. This was disappointing. Hubs didn't care for it. He said that It looked like something that he created whenever he broke a dumpling upon pan frying. LOL. 34- Sweet and Sour Fish Fillet, which is Alaskan cod fish, mint leaves, sweet & sour sauce, prunes and sesame oil. Hubs thought this was the best dish which is funny because this is a dumpling place. He ordered this because he was worried that we were going to be hungry. Daughter liked it a lot and also thought it was the best item there, as well. Golden oolong tea pot- The tea tasted a little weak and wasn't strong enough. Didn't realize this tasted weak and should've ordered the black tea, instead. Service was friendly and quick. I'm glad we got to try this place, though! read more

Since this place opened a while back I've heard very mixed reviews, although mostly it was in terms of value. I wanted to find out for myself so I ordered takeout of their popular items. I got two orders of the Steamed Jiaozi Combo and was pleasantly surprised. It included a Chicken with Carrot Jiaozi Skin (orange), Shrimp & Scallop with Regular Jiaozi Skin (classic), Angus Beef with Cuttlefish Sauce Jiaozi Skin (black), Veggie with Spinach Jiaozi Skin (green), and Pork with Beets Jiaozi Skin (red). The dumplings felt quite substantial and I found myself pretty full after eating 6 dumplings. Chicken with Carrot Jiaozi Skin (orange) - This had chicken and mushroom in it and was probably one of my favorites. The chili sauce compliments this particular dumpling very well. Shrimp & Scallop with Regular Jiaozi Skin (classic) - This one is good if you are a fan of seafood. If you're not, I would avoid it because it's definitely got that strong seafood-y flavor. Angus Beef with Cuttlefish Sauce Jiaozi Skin (black) - This one is also very good. I rarely come across beef dumplings, let alone angus beef. It's super savory and also is perfect with a bit of chili oil. Veggie with Spinach Jiaozi Skin (green) - This one surprised me because I didn't expect too much of it. There were some diced tofu pieces along with veggies. It was overall quite flavorful for a veggie dumpling. A great vegetarian option. Pork with Beets Jiaozi Skin (red) - This one is very classic in flavor but still very good. The way they steam their dumplings traps all the brothy flavors in the dumplings. All in all, I'm a fan and am curious to dine in next time to get a full experience for the ambiance and service. I have heard it can get busy at times but the restaurant itself seems like a good size so I would imagine getting seated by staff shouldn't be too much trouble. I also want to try some of their other menu items that aren't dumplings. A quick note, if you do order takeout, I highly recommend getting the condiments. They really transform the flavors of the dumplings. I'm not a big spicy eater and I was able to do the chili oil so give that a try if you're curious. read more

JA Jiaozi - Steamed Jiaozi Combo - Dim Sum Near Me - Irvine, California

I came to try them out during restaurant week so I was able to have an assortment of plates. The food was great. I REALLY loved the okra salad and the steamed jiaozi combo. The black sesame dessert was a little too sweet... I feel like a cream/foam might take it down a notch? Service was excellent. Super fast and attentive. Restroom was pretty as well. I'm happy they have a Yelp waitlist!! read more

JA Jiaozi - Inside (to the left, window of chefs; to the right, staff door) - definitely Vegas-feel - Dim Sum Near Me - Irvine, California

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Arrived on a Froday night during OC Restaurant Week. We should have put ourselves on the Yelp waiting list before arriving, but did so when we arrived and waited around 45 minutes to be seated. The servers were very nice and attentive. The restaurant has kind of a small inside with outside seating, but they were not seating anyone outside. The food was good. The plum braised pork belly and tofu wrapped shrimp were probably my favorites. read more

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I was so excited to try this place after getting tired of waiting in the Din Tai Fung line at South Coast Plaza Mall and I have to say that it is pretty great all around! TLDR I still think Din Tai Fung tastes better but there are a few considerations that may make me want to come to JA Jiaozi instead (think way shorter wait and plenty of parking!) First off, I appreciate plating and I have to say the plates are BEAUTIFUL! The service was very attentive as well which really elevates the experience. As far as the food goes, here is what I tried: -Black Pepper Beef: 8/10, really tender and perfectly cooked but way too sweet -Green beans: 5/10, I was really unimpressed as it was not flavorful. I prefer the green beans for Capital Noodle Bar -Pork XLB and scallop and shrimp XLB: 9/10, actually very good - just not as clean as Din Tai Fung -Pan Fried Dumplings: 10/10, looooove these!! -Pickled cucumber and radish: 7/10, it's like a smashed veggie quick pickle but Din Tai Fung and Noodle Street is waaaaay better -Lychee Galaxy Drink: 3/10, just don't get it hahaha it was not good and very watered down -Shrimp Chow Mein: 5/10, just okay to be honest. The shrimp was soft but the noodles were very oily read more

This is my favorite dumpling place in Irvine! I always order the stir-fried green beans and the crispy shrimp, and they never disappoint. The restaurant is clean and the food is delicious. It's also fun to watch them making the dumplings right in front of you. Highly recommend! read more

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Came here on a Friday night and joined the waitlist using Yelp check-in to beat the crowd--but the evening started off on the wrong foot. Even though we were already checked in, the host/server didn't acknowledge us for over 10 minutes, instead focusing on her phone and inputting whatever into the POS system in front of us.. Four tables were open, yet she gave no explanation for the delay. To make matters worse, a couple walked in moments later and she greeted them right away. That left a sour first impression, and I was glad she wasn't the one serving us. After another 5 minutes (after I confronted her to acknowledge us), we were seated in the modern, upscale dining area--right in front of the dumpling-making station (which we joked might have been worth the wait)--things improved dramatically. Our actual server provided excellent service, checking on us regularly and making the meal relaxing. What we tried: * Xiao Long Bao - Perfect skin texture and thickness, holding all the soup inside. Didn't even need sauce. We ordered three rounds since the kids devoured them like candy. * Pan-Fried Scallops & Shrimp Jiaozi - Juicy on the inside, crispy on the bottom. Dipped in the signature sauce, it was spot-on. * Shrimp Chow Mein - Made with thinner egg noodles than usual, which gave the dish a lighter, slightly sweet profile. Skipped the onions, and it still worked perfectly for our taste. * Plums Braised Pork Belly with Rice - Flavorful sauce that mixed beautifully with the rice, but the pork itself was dry and tough. The kids usually love this dish but skipped it this time, likely due to the texture. * Tofu Skin Shrimp Roll - Exactly as described: two large, well-cooked prawns wrapped in crispy tofu skin. The sauce helped tone down the white pepper kick, though not as kid-friendly. * Okra with Dressed Seasoning - Refreshing and presented in a way that made it easy to grab and dip for a perfect bite-sized snack. Aside from the rocky start, the service at our table was excellent, and the food quality--especially the dumplings--was impressive. Just hope the front-of-house experience matches the kitchen next time. read more

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This is one of my favorite dumpling spots! The food, service, and environment are all 5/5. Food: spectacular, basically comparable Din Tai Fung quality but at a better price point. Not only are the dumplings great but the other foods such as the mapo tofu are a hit. Service: the most recent evening I went, the service was spectacular. Not only was out server great but even other staff around such as Adrian were very attentive and considerate. I saw a strawberry slush drink and made a comment to my party that it looked good and Adrian allowed me to try a sample. Ambience: warm, comforting, and inviting. The areas are clean and cozy. I would 100% recommend this spot over DTF or Seven Grams. read more

Came here in a double date with my in-laws and we really appreciated the service. Both people who took care of us were super nice and made great recommendations. The dumplings were delicious, the menu was very diverse. I also got a Thai tea and it's the best I've ever had! You can also watch the dumplings being made if you're lucky enough to be seated by the station. Overall, we had a great time talking and dining here. read more

JA Jiaozi - Thai tea, Chicken & Mushroom Jiaozi with Chili Oil (5pcs)红油饺子 （5只, Angus Beef Onion Steamed Jiaozi (5pcs)安格斯牛肉洋葱蒸饺 （5只） - Dim Sum Near Me - Irvine, California

JA Jiaozi's dining room was nicely decorated, but the food was expensive and the portions were very small. Food was average. I wouldn't recommend it for a regular family meal, but it might be a good choice for a date night. read more

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We had graduation lunch today. Food, service and atmosphere were perfect. Will definitely come back. read more

We visited at 6:30 pm on a Tuesday and were some of the first customers of the evening. Elegant plates and decor! The green tea was great with a strong floral scent but a typical green tea taste. It was served in an attractive stoneware mug with a striking wooden handle but did cost $6. They could have provided a side plate to hold the used teabag and offered a refill of hot water. Each teabag was huge, so my wife took hers home and reused it the next day! Liked the Peking duck pancakes appetizer: six thin pancakes each with a slice of duck. Minor glitch in service: we received the appetizer shortly after our entrees. Otherwise, the service was good, and friendly. Oddly, the dumpling entrées offered ten steamed dumplings or five fried dumplings for about the same price. One of us had ten chicken and mushroom steamed dumplings, the other had five pan-fried Kurobuta pork and celery dumplings. Great dumplings! The house specialty dipping sauce was quite good. read more

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So good! I would order everything we got again: the Hot chili specialty dumplings, the Xiaolongbao, the shrimp chive steamed potstickers & the beef & mushroom rice. The rice really surprised us. That I highly recommend. The space was super clean, open & service was fast. I loved the hot chili flavor, but soup dumplings will always be my favorite. We immediately agreed that we need to come back & try more of the menu because the other tables orders also looked great! Come try this place out! read more

JA Jiaozi - 41. Beef Fried Rice with Mushroom - Dim Sum Near Me - Irvine, California

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My family loves JA Jiaozi. They offer a wide selection of different types of dumplings and other Chinese dishes. We usually get the combo and it's the perfect amount of food for us. My favorite dish here is the tofu skin salad. Service here is amazing! Whether we eat in or get take out, service is always very quick and friendly. read more

Delicious food, trendy vibes, and great service. Easy five star rating. My family are huge dumplings fans even though I'm not so much. But I do love asian cuisine and always enjoy non-dumpling items on the menu. This restaurant did not disappoint. While my family raved about the delicious dumplings they scarfed down, I was enjoying the Crispy Shrimp (my fav!), Chow Mein, and Green Beans. Everything came out fast, smoking hot, and by friendly servers. We're all looking forward to going back very soon! read more

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Amazing! From the service to the food, absolutely amazing!! I have been there twice now and I love their fried rice with Shrimp! Their green tea with sugar or whatever sweetener is the best tasting one I have tasted. It's a subtle sweetness that adds on to the taste. Highly also recommend their hot and sour soup, it feels like my mom made it. read more

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Pretty good is about the way I would describe it. Service was slightly better than normal, although not having carts makes me sad. Quality of food seemed a little above average. That said, I didn't have anything I would absolutely want to go have a second time. Price was expensive, though. It would probably prevent me from coming back to something that seemed relatively average but expensive. It is a fancy-looking restaurant, though, with well-dressed staff, so if you're looking for ambience, it might be an okay fit. read more