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Wow. I love this place. I passed by this restaurant a couple of times and didn't try it until my friend recommended it. The menu is simple, and the food I ordered is delicious. I ordered the Hainan Chicken rice, and it was delicious. The meat is tender and full of flavor. The tipping part is what gives me a "Wow". The max is 10%, and you will never see this in SGV. The service is polite and attentive. read more

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C M.

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Went on a slow Tuesday night and unfortunately the food was disappointing. We ordered the Hainan chicken, but the chicken was slimy, slightly bloody, and dry at the same time. Most of the pieces were white meat only. We also ordered the beef chow fun, and honestly it was the worst beef chow fun I've had. It was extremely oily and bland, with only about 6 pieces of thick-cut beef that were semi-raw. Overall, not a good experience. Think twice before going back. read more

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Maybe I have to come back to try the hainan chicken but not a fan of what I did get to try. -Soymilk: It tasted watered down and looked a bit more yellow than usual. -Popcorn Chicken: Good crisp and good oil used to fry in but the chicken itself kind of tasted like it was turning. -Curry Beef: I'm not normally a fan of curry and this was not an exception. It was very heavy on the coconut milk. -Chicken Congee with Abalone Gravy: Barely any pieces of chicken and what gravy? read more

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Felix G.

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This place is a nice hidden find in SGV. It's a standalone restaurant on a corner right off San Gabriel. Parking is limited to about 5-6 spaces behind the restaurant, but there's plenty of street parking. Restaurant is very clean, good amount of seating and nicely spaced out. From what I saw they seem to get a lot of take-out orders. Staff is very friendly and attentive. Prices are very fair and affordable. Don't expect anything fancy, but more of a home-cooked meal vibe. Portions are good too for what you are paying. Now to the actual flavor of the food, it pretty delicious. We got the chicken wings for a side and they were really good, friend, juicy and well-seasoned. They did come out after our main dishes though, but not a big deal. For our entrees, we got the beef brisket curry. Good rich curry flavor, spicier than we expected, but enjoyable. I do with they served a bit more sauce or added some to the top of the rice to add more flavor. Good amount of brisket, though there's a lot more tendon pieces than we'd like for being advertised as beef brisket The other item we got was the spiced beef brisket plate. Sauce was delicious, mixed in with the rice. It was a great comfort meal. Again, a lot more tendon than what I expected. I'm not the biggest fan of tendon so I was really expecting to have meatier pieces than tendon. I also wanted more veggies to go with it. I think we should've ordered one of their veggie dishes since that's what felt missing from our meal. We'll be back when we're craving a nice quick meal with quality food. I'll try other items next time that has less tendon like their spare ribs. Also looking forward to trying their popcorn chicken and Hainan chicken since those looked good too. read more

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May 3rd, 2026 Joy's Express is a great spot if you're looking for tasty food that won't break the bank...even thouh we spent almost a hundo for a family of 5. The prices are very reasonable for the quality and portions you get. One thing that really stood out was how the food didn't feel greasy at all. The food tasted clean on the "healthier" side. The Hainan chicken soup and the Hainan chicken with rice were absolutely delicious. The flavors were comforting and satisfying, though I personally wished for just a tad more salt to really make the chicken POP. We also tried the curry with rice, which was another winner, to the husband, since he at it all up. The ribs with their secret sauce were a hit too; my son loved them and finished everything on his plate without hesitation. On the side, we had fries, broccoli, and their lotus soup (which I enjoyed very much). Everything paired nicely, and the lotus soup in particular felt perfect after a chilly start to our morning. Will I come back again, yes. BTW, they open until 2am! read more

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~ Great Crispy Tofu ~ A cheap place to eat that opens late! Definitely get their crispy tofu, it is super crunchy with a lot of flavor. They just opened so it might be a long wait. There are 6 parking spots in the back and street parking. read more

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An extremely affordable spot for Chinese/Hong Kong-style food and it's open late. -Beef Chow Fun: Decent. Slices of beef tasted a little salty. -Hainan Chicken: Pretty good. Chicken tasted fresh. -Beef Noodle Soup: Soup definitely had a spicy kick to it. Noodles were a bit mushy. -Popcorn Chicken: Tasted like the old-school Taiwanese popcorn chicken you used to be able to get all the time at the OG boba shops in SGV. read more

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Been coming here once a week since the first time I tried. Very high CP!! There prices are unbeatable. Its not those luxury dining. If that what you expected, then wrong place. However, this price. This freshness and taste, I can't find better in SGV. Food: Very high with this price Atmosphere: Very clean and simple, but they did place some thought with the utensils (plates and bowls), furniture, and decoration. Service: Always friendly and attentive. I suspect he is the boss. See him here Everytime. So far, we've tried chicken noodle soup, beef noodle soup, chicken wings, Hainan chicken rice, abalone congee, abalone chicken lotus soup, egg roll, black bean pork noodle. They are are very decent. Highly delicious for this price. Most importantly Im never thirsty after eat here. That means not drained with MSG or have any MSG. Highly recommend for daily meal. Maybe elsewhere for celebration, but an always to go to. Five Stars!!! read more

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Jon C.

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small little joint so there can be a wait. i'd say its worth it though fr. the service is great, they treat you like family, and the food hits. the prices are fair for what you get, and overall its just a really solid place to have a quick lunch. i prolly wouldn't host a huge part here, but that's not what this place is intended for. just a quick, inexpensive meal for those close by or on the go. the beef plate i got was flavorful, savory, and everything i love about classic canto cuisine. read more

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Will M.

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New spot that just opened up in San Gabriel. I've been here twice already since I live nearby and it was one of those late night "don't know what to eat" decisions. The interior looks recently updated, bright and clean. I've only done takeout so far, but the staff has been super nice. They even gave me fresh soybean milk while I was waiting which was really good and not overly sweet. I tried the signature abalone sauce with rice. It comes with one abalone which was honestly the best part. The sauce was tasty but I do wish they gave more since the rice portion is pretty big. Also got the braised pork knuckle with rice. It was decent, but I think it could be cooked a bit longer since it was a little tough and not as fall off the bone as I like. My favorite item so far is the "Signboard Chencun vermicelli." It's like thin, silky rice rolls with your choice of toppings like beef tripe, spare ribs, or beef brisket. I've tried all three and they're all solid. I'd definitely order this again. I also really liked the abalone lotus root chicken soup. It's simple but it reminded me of something my mom used to make, so it hit that comfort food spot for me. Didn't really see the abalone, but I'm guessing it's there for the flavor. You can tell they do a lot of takeout orders and the prices are pretty reasonable. I'd come back for the rice rolls and soup for sure, and I still want to try their noodles next time. For now, giving them 5 stars for both service and food. read more

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Megan C.

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This spot leans heavily into Cantonese comfort dishes. My friend and I ordered the following: - Curry Beef Brisket Rice -Special Beef Noodles - Braised Mustard Choy Sum While everything we ordered overall as good, I would lean towards the Curry Beef Brisket Rice. Loved the kick at the back of my throat, for all my spice lovers. For the Special Beef Noodles, they didn't have the normal noodles and substituted it with udon noddles. Not the best choice. It really gave the dish a blandness to it. The Braised Mustard Choy Sum was good with its dipping sauce that it came it. The spot itself it clean although I was given a dirty plate. The server was nice, welcoming, and attentive. Tip: Just a heads up, there's a raised step at the entrance. Handicap entrance in rear. read more

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Michael K.

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$12 for a good amount of food (most dishes). Curry beef brisket with rice 3/5, spicy, decent flavor but the beef was too fatty for me. I think some people would like it a lot more than me. Special beef noodles 4/5, broth was good and meat was tasty. A little spicy. I couldn't try the noods. Braised mustard choy sum - 1/5 bland and not worth it. Nice server, pretty quick, also mostly empty. Seemed like more takeout was happening. Friend's plate was dirty Parking in the back in a small lot but also lots of street parking. Overall this place is probably a 3-3.5 stars but newer so being more open minded. read more

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Christopher N.

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I can't say enough good things about this place, seriously. Cheap prices, delicious home style classics, great portions, open late, kind staff. Everything tastes fresh and not overly salty or oily (important for my fellow Cantos). I asked if there is a way to order a larger protein portion for the Hainan chicken and the owner suggested I order a half chicken with a side of chicken rice, so will be doing that next visit. The pork spare ribs with rice noodles are delicious and a banger at only $7 for the dish. Spiced beef brisket rice was perfectly seasoned with a generous portion size. Entrees are $11-13 each and drinks are $2.59. How are you gonna beat that in today's economy?! The interior is nice and bright which is a change up for this part of San Gabriel. The restaurant has been pretty quiet the few times I've gone so I'm hoping business picks up for them soon. Tell all your friends!!! read more

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Sasa F.

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4.5 stars. Pretty good. Pleased with the order & experience. Ordered online and pick up was easy/without any issues. Service was good too. The cashier was nice/friendly & attentive. FOOD: Beef Chow Fun 4.75/5 It's called "HK Style Beef Rice Noodle" on the menu. Beef is a bit too salty, but the noodle is not. So, overall, the dish came out fine and still tastes fairly good. $12.99 Chicken Congee 4.5/5 It's more of a "4.25", but combining taste and price, I think it's worth 4.5 out of 5 for the value. It's simple, but decent. $4.99 Lotus Root Soup w/ Pork 4.25/5 Not bad. Tastes kinda homemade/home cooking/comfort food. $5.99 Broccoli w/Oyster Sauce 4/5 Blanche broccoli drizzle with oyster sauce. It's cooked Asian style - meaning it's overcooked and tastes kinda soft. No flavor as it's simply boiled or blanched. Rely on the oyster sauce for flavor. Needed some greens, so.... DRINKS: Iced Lemon Tea 5/5 It's not very sweet. Don't think they add too much sweetener. Like the price and taste is not bad. $2.59/cup. read more

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C Y.

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Joy's Express was such a pleasant surprise. We ordered the Joy's Rice Noodle Soup, salt & pepper shrimp, braised choy sum, and the pork trotter rice plate, and everything came out flavorful, comforting, and very reasonably priced. The rice noodle soup especially hit the spot -- rich, savory broth with tender meat and fresh vegetables that tasted like true Cantonese comfort food. The choy sum was fresh, perfectly cooked, and balanced out the heavier dishes nicely. The salt & pepper shrimp was crispy, well-seasoned, and dangerously addictive. Great textures and generous portions for the price. The pork trotter rice plate also felt like a fun and affordable take on a classic Cantonese-style dish. What I really appreciated was that the food felt honest and satisfying rather than overly trendy or gimmicky. You can tell this is the kind of place designed for people who actually want to eat well and leave happy. The restaurant was clean, bright, and casual, and the prices are honestly hard to beat in LA right now. Spots like this become neighborhood favorites for a reason. Definitely coming back to try more of the menu. Joy's Express lives up to its name -- simple, comforting food that genuinely makes you happy. read more

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Qia M.

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This new grand opening place is my new go to spot!! Very reasonable price and the food is above standard. Family of 5, ordered 5 dish and total under $50!! Highly Recommended read more

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Lance H.

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I got my food to go and it was really good. I like the seasoning on the brisket and the noodles were really good too. I love the 2 level containers they give for take out! The meat was super tender and the one in the soup was very lean. The service was perfect, for you non Chinese speakers like me, they speak English! Huge plus... Inside the restaurant it is very clean and bright. They have a nice amount of tables, but I'm sure it can get loud if it is packed. Will definitely be back and they also have a few beers there! read more

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Alton T.

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So good so cheap what more can you ask for! Open till 2am, not many stores are open until 2 am anymore... make sure you come try! Sorry about the photo... I ate it too fast... read more

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Hu J.

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Delicious and affordable food, the meat is fresh and also they have combo with drink. definitely will come back again. read more

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Julia K.

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The noodles were pleasantly chewy, and the soup had great flavor without being too salty. Overall, a very satisfying and comforting meal! read more

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Robert Z.

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It's just opened and serves lromiaelut Cantonese food, focusing on seafood and southern cuisines, reasonably good for the price though it should be fried rice but the source is very flavorful The service is on point, since just opened, very tentative, and they also sell online with hungry panda delivery service also Ambiance is very bright and clean, with lots of space, overall good place to stop by quick lunch or dinner! read more

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Good food! Beef soup noodle is delicious. Pop chicken is well seasoned! Services are great! Best place for brunch/lunch! read more

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Andrew W.

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Great service and friendly staff! The food came out fresh and tasted really good. Everything was quick, easy, and the worker made the experience enjoyable. I would definitely come back again. read more

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Amazing service. Food is great and affordable and I would love to come back again. The vibes are great here!

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Lanakila J.

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Joy Express is a solid, no-nonsense spot for authentic, comforting eats. Their fried chicken is a standout--perfectly crispy on the outside while staying incredibly juicy and flavorful on the inside. Beyond the fryers, they offer an excellent selection of Hainan chicken and rice dishes that hit the spot with tender poached poultry and fragrant, well-seasoned rice. It's the kind of reliable, flavor-first joint where you skip the trendy vibes and dive straight into excellent food. Perfect for a quick, satisfying solo meal or a casual takeout run. read more

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Haoshen Y.

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Finally found a spot for truly authentic Cantonese food! The popcorn chicken is a must-order--perfectly seasoned and crispy. A huge bonus: they offer free soy milk, which is such a nostalgic, traditional touch. Highly recommend Joy's Express for a quick and delicious meal! read more

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Edward W.

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Very cost effective and tasty! Their Hainan Chicken Rice, abalone rice, spare rib rice paper are so delicious. The taste is well-compared to their prices. We should support any cost-effective restaurants, since the general restaurant-food price in SoCal became the highest in the world after Pandemic, if you travel around the world and compare. SoCal price is 2-3X Germany, 3-4X Japan, 4+X China, 4X Italy⋯etc. Does anyone know why we are in such low buying power economy? read more

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Danny K.

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Server is nice, that's the only reason I give 2 star, food is terrible, salt & pepper shrimp is not flesh and over cooked. Terrible beef stew and pork spareribs. Vegetable over cooked soft like tofu read more

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Clean, good spacing between tables. Ordered the salt and pepper chicken wings, hainan chicken rice plate, brisket rice plate and lemon iced tea. Salt and pepper wings are nicely seasoned and crispy. Brisket plate is rich in flavor. Chicken was poached well in the hainan chicken plate and good portion for the rice. Lemon iced tea was not super sweet which is a plus. Decent prices and friendly staff. read more

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Fiona L.

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Comfortable sitting area. Reasonable price. Love the Hainan chicken rice. Popcorn chicken for sure. Beef stew soup noodles also delicious. Chewy noodles with favorable beef. Lemon tea tasty. Will come back for sure to eat something else. Restaurant open late to 2 am and close Wednesday. read more

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Late night food till 2am at an affordable price! Love the simple decor of white & orange! Staff is super friendly:) read more

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Overall good experience. Fast and cordial services. I enjoyed the good quantity. Good prices.

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Love this new place in San Gabriel. Food is great, service and price are also excellent! Will come back for sure read more

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im sitting in the restaurant now as I write this. I would give this place 5 stars since the price is good and the portions are pretty big but I can't give it 5 because it took almost 25 minutes for our food and there's no customers here. also, one of the workers walked over and looked at our table and realized we had no food. went back and said something to the person who took our order and pretty much realized it was never put in the system.. but we got our drinks. mind you, we ordered the hainan chicken and the beef curry. Will I come back? probably not. Will i order to go? maybe read more

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The price is so incredible. Tips is the cheapest in LA. Food is delicious. Yummy. The service is nice. It's a new restaurant. read more

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Evan M.

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forgot to take pictures because we ate it all so fast :) joy's is the BEST new spot in SGV! return of the pre-pandemic late night hidden gem, for after hours cantonese/hongkong café style dishes, and priced from $5 to $10!!! we had the spareribs with hofun flat noodles, beef fried rice, popcorn chicken, and a lemon iced-tea. the noodles and fried rice had a delicious indo inspired flavor, and great wok hei depth. Not to mention the portions were very big. popcorn chicken was perfectly fried, tender, crispy and not greasy, and the iced lemon tea is the classic refreshing cha chaan teng flavor! DON'T SLEEP ON JOY'S!!! c u there :) read more

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Chicken rice hits different especially the chicken breast x lemonade combo perfection.

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Parking was easy to get to with plenty of spaces. The service was great and the food came out fast. While all the food was really good, the real star is the special beef noodle. It was rich with flavor and the noodles have a nice texture to them. Highly recommend. read more

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1000 S San Gabriel Blvd
San Gabriel, CA 91776
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(626) 766-1012
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Hours

What time does Joy's Express open?

Joy's Express opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Joy's Express close?

Joy's Express closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Joy's Express is closed on Wednesday.

Mon-Tue, Thu-Sun 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)Wed Closed

Food & Alcohol

Does Joy's Express serve alcohol?

Yes, Joy's Express serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Joy's Express allow dogs?

Yes, Joy's Express allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Joy's Express have parking?

Yes, Joy's Express has parking options. Validated Parking

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Does Joy's Express have free WiFi?

Yes, Joy's Express has free WiFi.

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Welcome to Joy’s Express, a Chinese restaurant conveniently located at 1000 S San Gabriel Blvd, San Gabriel, CA 91776. We are dedicated to bringing you the comforting flavors of authentic Chinese cuisine, prepared fresh with quality ingredients and consistent care. Our philosophy is simple: delicious food, generous portions, and friendly service you can rely on. At Joy’s Express, guests enjoy a menu inspired by classic favorites and customer-loved specialties. From savory Orange Chicken and flavorful Kung Pao Chicken to satisfying Chow Mein, Fried Rice, and freshly prepared daily dishes, every meal is crafted to deliver bold taste and everyday comfort. Whether you’re dining in, taking out, or ordering online, we invite you to experience fresh cooking, fast service, and the rich flavors that keep our community coming back. Stop by Joy’s Express and enjoy a meal made with heart.

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Elegant high end setting, delicious slightly different food, reasonably priced for the value…read more For the 4 of us, we ordered the group set menu B, designed for 4-5 people for $118. It was very sumptuous, high quality, with dishes like roasted duck, jelly fish salad, and pepper steak. My favorite was the fish soup, fish was tender and soup was very flavorful. Tip: once we ordered the set menu, dishes came up very quickly, it's best to let them slow down the pace if you are not in a rush. We got way too many dishes initially for us to enjoy properly, after letting them know, they gladly slowed down. Only complaint is it's a bit hard to hear each other even at a small table of 4-5 people. Several private rooms are available for events, the large one required $1500 min expenses before tax & tip.

I've been here about 8 times. It was a go-to since it's nice to have some quality Chinese food in a…read morenice ambience. It's definitely overpriced for what it is - but still felt it was ok. Each time, we've dropped probably $300-400 since this is a pricey place. This last time I visited really was upsetting. We usually get the Peking duck as one of the options. They have a buy-one-get-one deal where you can get duck for $98 (plus tax and service) and can come back in the future for another. The last 7 times, we would order the duck and at the end, they would give the coupon. This last time, they came out with a performance and then at the end charged us an extra $30 ($130 for a Peking duck) and wouldn't give us the BOGO deal. I was so confused since they were blaming us for not telling them we wanted the deal beforehand. So instead of $98 BOGO, it was $130 for a small duck. They would not budge on the deal. And then as they were wrapping up the duck, they were like "and remember if you want more sauce to go, we would have to charge you." What?? For a $130 duck, they would charge you for the 5 cent sauce. I've been to a lot of places, as you can see - but never one where you pay Michelin prices for take-out level service. Our meal cost $500 this time, but they've lost a customer and probably many others for good because they felt the need to nickel and dime, without flexibility, and then blamed us. Felt tricked. Two stars given for good food quality. Lost stars for the service - if you care about that.

Cozy and elegant environment

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Radish pickles

Mr Dragon Noodle House

4.5(2.1k reviews)

0.8 mi

The best shrimp and pork dumplings I had the pleasure order with the beef udon noodles…read more That chili oil was the best combination and flavor not overpowered by the all spice kicks. Service is quick and polite and happy with the level of attention to ensure we were all set to dine! Around dinner time had no wait The inside is full of bright red and complimented with black which made it more lively and modern. New spot to enjoy more frequent!

Was craving beef noodle soup the other day so I decided to try it from here. Called in my order and…read morepicked it up within about 20 minutes which was nice and easy. I ordered the house special beef noodle soup, which they're known for. The portion size is solid with a lot of noodles, plus bok choy, tender beef, and tendons. The broth is on the lighter side, which some people might like, but for me it felt like it was missing a bit of depth. One thing I didn't like is they don't include pickled vegetables. I feel like that should be standard with beef noodle soup, even just a small portion helps bring everything together. Instead they charge extra for it, which was kind of a letdown. Overall it did satisfy my craving, but it didn't really have me wanting to come back right away.

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D1. House Special Beef Noodle Soup

Good Alley

4.5(646 reviews)

0.8 mi

Went here for dinner tonight and it was great! Like many of the restaurants around here, we love…read morethat there was a parking lot for easy parking. There was a short 15-minute wait when we arrived, but the waitlist process went smoothly. We just walked around the plazas next door once and then got a text that our table was ready. The servers were attentive, seats were comfy, and the restaurant itself was nice. When you sit down, they give you a tablet to order your food. It took us a minute to find the veggies on the menu, but we eventually found them after a few flips through the entire menu lol. I like that there are pictures on the tablet with what the dishes look like. My husband and I ordered: the braised beef noodle soup, the pork xiao long bao, pea pod stems, cauliflower, and the wagyu burger wrap thing. I also ordered a jasmine ice tea with sea salt, which was also tasty. The meal was tasty! And our dishes came out FAST. Our favorite was the braised beef noodle soup...it was so flavorful, the meat was generous and tender, and the noodles were nicely cooked as well. The xiao long bao met our expectations (we usually go to Din Tai Fung on the westside so we're used to that), and they were really generous with the pea pod stems and cauliflower portions. The wagyu burger was cool, but I think next time we'll do the beef wrap dish instead. Our order was perfect for two hungry people. I did notice that the prices were slightly higher, but we didn't mind, given that the flavors, service, and overall vibe of the restaurant were nice and clean.

Despite its popular Shanghai soup dumplings, the menu is Northern Chinese, not Shanghainese, nor is…read moreit a Din Tai Fung clone (that would be "Prince Dumpling" across the street.) Their soup dumpling are deserving 5 stars -- soupy, piping hot, thin wrapper, quality ingredients, and they don't skimp on shredded ginger like DTF. Xi'an Cold Noodle is very light, refreshing and not too spicy. Spareribs are fall-off-bone tender, not too sweet or salty. Beef 'burger' - wrapper too thin and breaks easily, hard to eat when the meat keeps falling out. Go to "Beijing Pie House" in Monterey Park for the best version of this Northern Chinese classic.

Even the kitchen has art-deco flavor

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Sweet sour pork rib

Ji Rong Peking Duck

4.2(2.2k reviews)

0.8 mi

I visited last week with my family. The waitress was very accommodating and answered all of our…read morequestions regarding the menu. We made a reservation beforehand, so everything was set up for us. The interior is well decorated and very welcoming! Our food arrived without long wait, despite it being busy, and the dishes were absolutely delicious! I especially recommend the Honey Shrimp and of course, Peking Duck. Visit was so worth it, I will be sure to come back again!

If you like Peking Duck, this is definitely a place you want to try. You must call and make…read morereservations and make sure you order the duck when you reserve the table. You can also get the duck soup at an extra charge. There are many restaurants in SGV for Peking Duck, and this is on the top 3 of my personal favorites. The food here has been consistent and good over the years, whether we have dined in or ordered togo. The lobster here is definitely comparable to other seafood restaurants in the area. We recently ordered their Mapo Tofu Lobster, just to change it up a bit, and it was surprisingly delicious. They do remove all the tail meat and mix it in the Mapo Tofu. It was on the spicier side but if you like spicy food, give this a go. I like the garlic scallops with glass noodles but does give you garlic breath. The walnut shrimp is also a popular dish there.

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Beef pancake

Tang Dynasty

4.3(175 reviews)

1.0 mi

I'm really sad to see this location has closed! I was just reminiscing on their salted egg yolk…read morecrab - was so delicious!

3.5/5 Located on the third floor of the Hilton Hotel Plaza in San Gabriel, Tang Dynasty used to be…read moreChang An (and some of their signs are still up) and is essentially serving similar food. They offer Chinese/hunan dishes, appetizers, and fun cocktail drinks. The dining area is large, and they have a karaoke stage with a live singer on certain days. But contrary to the bright neon lights, the music was pretty mellow, which made it easier to talk to one another. I came here with a party of 12 for dinner and we were seated right away. They have an extensive menu, including a special lunch and dinner menu with dishes for $11.99 each. Our group got the party menu for 8-10 people for $328, which included 10 of their dishes. I enjoyed the variety and the display, but it may not be worth it if you don't enjoy all dishes. Some dishes include chicken gristle, steamed tilapia, hunan chili pork, frog meat. If these aren't your jam, it's probably better to select the dishes individually, especially if you can't handle spicy! Hunan dishes contain lots of chili and is often pretty oily. Overall, I would return and select just the dishes I enjoy, and perhaps try their alcoholic drinks to pair with the spicy dishes!

This was quite good as we asked for mild.

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HK Macau Bistro

3.8(468 reviews)

0.9 mi

Flavor is ok but a wrong item in my bag…read more Why do I have to put at least 85 chars in my review....

One of my absolute favorite dishes to get at Hong Kong cafes is baked tomato rice, and we got it…read morewith chicken this time... omg it was amazing. The sauce was rich, slightly tangy, and baked perfectly into the rice. I swear I only come here just for the baked tomato rice and getting chicken was a nice surprise because I usually would get it with the pork chops. SO GOOOOOD. The braised tofu with mushrooms and broccoli was also really solid. It's comforting and really well seasoned. Brick toast was really good too. Crispy on the outside, soft and buttery inside, exactly how it should be!!! The only thing was the pear chicken soup that was a whopping $12.99 for a smalllll bowl. It tasted delicious but the price was not worth it for how small the portion size was I really love this spot so much. Every time I come here, the quality is consistent and the customer service is so fast!!

Fried instant noodles with spam

Soy sauce fried noodle as part of the breakfast set

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Pineapple bun, a stable breakfast item

Boston Lobster

4.3(1.9k reviews)

1.0 mi

Came to the Rosemead location to celebrate a family member's birthday on a Friday evening. We were…read moreable to call ahead earlier in the morning and ask if we could be on the wait list or reserve a table. They told us they could reserve a table for us at 6pm. We originally were hoping for 7 or 7:30, but based on how busy and popular this place is I can see why they said no. Come early and get seated right away and there's still ample parking in their parking lot. By the time we left at 7:30p, the lot was packed and people circling around hoping to snag a spot from folks leaving. The restaurant is pretty large and has about 3 rooms with different size tables and booths. No matter the size of your party, there's a table that will accommodate. The staff were very nice and attentive and FAST! We had our food out probably 15 min after we put in our order! Now...on to the food. We ordered one of the set menus for our party of 7 and it was spot on! As you can see in the pictures we had all the "classics". Our set meal could easily be enjoyed by at least 10 people. We had so many leftovers! The food was all well prepared and sufficiently seasoned. Portions of each dish was plentiful and everyone will be able to get enough to satisfy. My favorite items: lobster (duh!), kung pao chicken, pork chops, and shaking beef. The seafood soup is a great starter, and don't forget to add a little vinegar and pepper! Great restaurant in the SGV. This location is much bigger than their Rowland Heights restaurant, but the food is exactly the same. This is a great alternative to the popular Newport Seafood, so don't sleep on this place!

Been looking for an authentic Chinese restaurant. Haven't been to one in a while. This place was…read morerecommended to us by a friend. Came at 530 pm on a tuesday, and there wasen't anyone here yet. Afterwards it filled up quickly!! The main thing I dont like about this place is they dont have the prices on what your ordering. Which I'll get too at the end. Like any other Chinese restaurant, their menu is super extensive. I love how they have a little bit of everything. And its very well organized too. We ordered the following: 1. Crab and fish maw soup- this soup was amazing. It was just the right temp. Got me sweating. Can easily feed 12 people. Great amount of maw. The consistency is just right. Tasted so good!! 2. Small lobster special- on a bed of noodles. It was about 5 lbs. Cooked well. Could do without. Basically flavors. And it was expensive!! About $30 a lb. So this one dish cost basically the same amount as all the other dishes. Which was just too much. If I knew it was that much I would definitely not have ordered it. 3. Walnut shrimp- not the best walnut shrimp I've had. But it was ok. 4. Garlic shrimp- this shrimp dish was ok. Too many bell peppers and onions. It was just ok. 5. Mongolian beef- flavors were not that great. Very tender though. Could've been better. 6. Sea trout- this was amazing!! I love the sauce. Fish was so soft and tender. The heat, the spice, the sweetness. Some of that sauce in white rice was just perfection. It was really really good. Best dish of what we ordered. 7. Kung pao chicken- this was a really good dish. Crispy bits of chicken. But so soft and tender inside. I love the sauce that it was in. It was by far one of the highlights of the meal. It was good food. Price for everything (except the lobster) was pretty good. Food tasted amazing for the most part. Typical Chinese customer service. Pay at the front. Massively large portions. Solid authentic Chinese food.

Dining area with pretty cherry blossoms tree painted on wall...

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Stir-fried Clam with Thai basil

Luyixian

4.5(516 reviews)

2.0 mi

The rice plates are totally good value for money! Very flavourful cuts of meats. Previously we…read moretried their braised beef noodles (#53) and it was so delicious. One of the best braised beef noodle soups in sgv. This time we tried the rice dishes. Braised pork and braised pork elbow. So much food for $16!! Very tender and packed with a lot of flavour. Would definitely order again. Service is good and quick too

My daughter found this restaurant on Yelp because of its high ratings and description of Taiwanese…read morefood. She wanted to try their braised pork rice. The restaurant wasn't busy when we arrived, there were only a few tables. It's a small restaurant. The owner (I think) and waiter were both very welcoming and friendly. They gave us complimentary cups of chicken vegetable broth. We decided to try some items that we regularly order at other restaurants and some new items. Chicken vegetable broth: 5/5 - I thought this was the best dish we had. Very umami broth. Beef burrito appetizer: 3/5 - This is more commonly called a beef roll at most other restaurants. It was okay, they don't fry the wrapping like some other restaurants. Braised pork rice: 3/5 - Good portion size and reasonably priced. The flavors are less Taiwanese and more Shanghai. Braised beef noodle:3/5 - Compared to other beef noodles soups we've had this was just okay. Braised intestine rice noodle: 3.5/5 - they were nice enough to make mine without peppers. I enjoy intestines and wanted to try this dish. The owner suggested I have it with vinegar which I tried and after eating maybe a quarter of the dish I felt nauseous from the vinegar. The vinegar does enhance the dish but at the same time you can only have so much of it without feeling queasy. I would rate this place 3.5 rounded up to 4. Food wise I thought this place was just okay. But I really enjoyed the friendliness of the staff and might come back again in the future to try new dishes.