Our family has been coming to China Chili for years, and it continues to be one of our favorite…read morego-to spots whenever we're craving authentic, flavorful Chinese cuisine. The food is consistently outstanding, and the warm, attentive service keep us coming back time and time again. On this visit, we ordered the sautéed whole lobster with green onions and ginger, beef lo mein, shrimp lo mein, walnut shrimp, and fried rice. Every dish was prepared beautifully and packed with flavor, but the lobster was truly divine. Perfectly cooked, incredibly tender, and infused with the aromatic flavors of fresh ginger and green onions, it was one of those dishes that leaves a lasting impression long after the meal is over. The beef and shrimp lo mein were equally delicious, with rich savory flavors and generous portions, while the walnut shrimp was perfectly crisp with a delicate sweetness that balanced the dish beautifully. The fried rice was the perfect complement to everything on the table. We also enjoyed a few sake bombers, which are hands down the best we've had anywhere. They are always perfectly prepared and have become a must-order whenever we visit. They pair wonderfully with the food and add an extra touch of fun to an already fantastic dining experience. What truly sets China Chili apart is its consistency. Whether it's your first visit or your hundredth, you can always count on exceptional food, attentive service, and genuine hospitality. The staff is welcoming, friendly, and always makes us feel like valued guests.

This review is for two take out orders. The first time I…read moreordered by calling the restaurant, the second time I used Door Dash. Both experiences worked very. I ordered dinner the first time and picked it up and had it delivered the second time. I have now eaten the duck, three chow meins, rice, green beans, a vegetable dish, egg rolls and crab puffs. Every dish has felt clean and tasted clean. No chemical after taste, no excessive saltiness. I have been impressed with the food here.

This was my 117 Diners Drive Ins and Dives! This was some good Thai food. We got off the plane…read moreand went directly to the restaurant. There was a huge parking lot in the back, so parking wasn't an issue. They had indoor and outside seating. We ordered the following: Peanut Passion- Richly marinated grilled lean white meat chicken, fresh stir fried veggies smothered in amazing peanut sauce Mi Dang- Red BBQ pork, yakisoba noodles, seasoned sweet sauce, sprouts, bokchoy, HB egg, peanuts Mu Yang- Guys pick! Juicy savory pork skewers with sticky rice and green papaya salad. Everything was good! I really wanted to try the dish that said it was Thai hot and no refunds, but I was overruled lol. I'd go here again in a heartbeat

I see why the Wild Thaiger has been open all these years and I am sad that I passed it by so long…read moreago. I am happy to say that I did not pass it by this time and met a few friends there for lunch last week. I got there before them and was warmly greeted by a server who helped push the tables together for our party of five. After checking out the menu I decided to get one of their cold sakes. It was lemon flavored, but nog too sweet. Once my friends arrived we decided to get a few appetizers, my favorite waa the chicken wraps that came with this amazing peanut sauce! It was a little hot and spicy, but full of flavor. I actually ended up adding it to my meal. I ended up getting the fat one that came with thick noodles topped with broccoli, carrots, onions, and red peppers. I enjoyed every bite until I could not! It did not help that I tried a bowl of my friends curry soup! It had just the right amount of spice with chicken, mushrooms, onions, and scallions. I would come back and eat this soup everyday if I could! Again I see why this restaurant has been open for so long. The food is great along with the service! They made us feel at home. I will be back!

I discovered a rather marvelous Chinese establishment during my travels through Phoenix today. Upon…read moreapproach, it immediately struck me as a promising venue for a proper meal, and I was thoroughly pleased to find an abundance of convenient parking spaces directly outside a seamless arrival is always appreciated. I ventured inside on this lovely Sunday, noting a delightfully serene dining room with only a few select patrons present. I was instantly received by a charming young woman at the counter who extended a remarkably friendly greeting. While my initial impression of the layout was conservative, the hospitality quickly evolved into something genuinely impressive. They also feature a beautifully appointed small bar that crafts cocktails, which adds a sophisticated touch. I escorted myself to an excellent table and requested a bowl of Egg Drop Soup to enjoy while engaging in a brief, lovely conversation with the attentive staff. The preparation was entirely satisfactory. While the interior architecture and decor are not quite as grand in scale as I had initially envisioned, the aesthetic is tastefully curated and not bad at all. For my main course, I selected the Mongolian Beef from the menu a splendid choice, and beautifully priced at $14.85. The gentleman assisting us throughout the afternoon was an absolute credit to the establishment, executing his duties with flawless precision. When the entrée arrived, the flavor profile and presentation left me completely satisfied. Between the exemplary service and the delicious culinary execution, it was an absolute treat. I shall most certainly be returning to this delightful sanctuary

Recently I heard very good things about this Asian restaurant. I couldn't wait to go and try their…read moreegg foo young - an American asian staple by which I and many others judge an asian take out restaurant. To be clear, I am a New Yorker and know good fast Chinese food. The ambiance was promising. It looked like I was finally going to find what I've been looking for in Phoenix for years. For whatever reason, Chinese restaurants in Arizona serve egg hockey pucks and cover it with various items and call it egg foo young. I even asked about it before I ordered it. Alas when I got home and saw what I had, I was disappointed. It's faster to make it this way but the egg hockey puck had no taste - zero. They could have at least added oyster sauce, a little soy sauce, maybe nam plah, and perhaps sesame oil. It was tasteless. A complete miss. I also ordered something simple, shrimp spring rolls. They were delicious! I inhaled them and will order them again. I'd go again just for the spring rolls. Maybe they have other dishes that are good and I may not entirely give up but the egg foo young is a no go.

A Mesa Asian District Gem Worth Seeking Out…read more Asian Cafe Express is a lovely strip mall gem near H-Mart in Mesa's Asian District, and after 21 years in business, it clearly has a loyal following for good reason. We brought in a fresh lobster from H-Mart to try their "bring your own seafood" cooking option and chose the garlic onion stir fry preparation. It's $14.99 for anything under 2 lbs and $7.50/lbs for anything over. It came out excellent, served over crispy egg noodles with classic Asian flavors and plenty of wok-fired goodness. We also enjoyed the Peking pork ribs, which were deboned, tasty, and slightly sweet; the stir-fried green beans, which were fresh and well prepared; and the garlic spicy chicken wings, which were especially flavorful and highly recommended. The red bean drinks were traditional and satisfying, with soft, nicely soaked mung beans and no milk. Service was friendly, efficient, and personal, handled by a couple of ladies who clearly know the restaurant and their customers well. While we were there, plenty of regulars came in for takeout and several tables were happily dining in. Overall, we really enjoyed Asian Cafe Express and were surprised we had not stopped in sooner. Highly recommend, especially for the "bring your own seafood" cooking option and the garlic spicy wings. We will definitely be back.

I live out of state and my daughter takes me when I visit. 6 months after our first visit, they…read moregreeted me and remembered conversation we shared the first time! They knew I was "mom" visiting and treated me and my family like royalty! I watched as they greeted everyone with kindness and it was clear they have many regulars! My daughter is now one of those regulars, and honestly, they are so kind to her and I'm grateful they treat her like family. Four years since that first visit, we gave her a choice of any cuisine for her graduation party. She didn't hesitate and requested they cater. The food was outstanding and they surprised us with dumplings as well! The quality and quantity of food was outstanding, we had many compliments and just enough leftovers for lunch the next day! I recommend everyone stop in and give it a try, you won't be disappointed!

Ling & Louie's have been my favorite Asian fusion go-to for at least a decade…read more I frequently meet up with friends or bring out-of-towners here to experience their awesome menu. I drive from Arrowhead to their North Scottsdale location, and for me, the trip is worth it. (I wish they would open an Arrowhead location though.) Their orange chicken is the best in the Valley as far as I'm concerned with decent portions. Just excellent. The New Wave Pad Thai is another favorite that never disappoints. Their menu has a wide variety and lunch/dinner is turned out to you in 15 minutes, tops. The atmosphere is pleasant, and the staff is attentive without being interruptive as you enjoy dinner. Nice semi-enclosed patio for evenings and our rare cooler days. Excellent place.

I would give zero stars if I could…read more $91 for rice, gyoza, and an ahi salad is already hard to justify, but the food was genuinely terrible. The ahi was completely dried out and had the texture of ahi jerky. The rice was undercooked. The gyoza was cooked on one side and raw on the other. Service was also very mediocre. Overall, this was an extremely disappointing meal and absolutely not worth the price.

This is a go to spot for fresh asian cuisine. Good balance of sauces and proteins are well…read moreprepared. I ask for extra veggies which are crisp. Service is quick and attentive Great for Lunch with downsized portions and Dinner. Personal favorites Crispy Beef Street Noodles Kung Pow Xiang xo eggplant

First time ordering takeout and I loved it! Definitely recommend and coming back. Not greasy and…read moreflavor profiles are balanced and as expected. I got chicken lo mein (soft noodles) and chicken is perfectly cooked, right amount of sauce. Broccoli and beef sauce was also fantastic. Tender beef and vegetables, not mushy. The orange chicken sauce is packed separately and the chicken was a bit chewy- not my favorite but mid. Came with generous helpings of white rice. The chicken spring rolls are delicious! Great crunch and flavor. Order comes with 2 and red sauce. Pot stickers came with 4 and sauce. Those were pretty good but not as flavorful as the spring rolls. My online order was on time and service for pickup was satisfactory. The inside of the restaurant was packed with people, bustling and lively. I'd like to dine in next time, ambience looks inviting for dinner. Dim lighting. Clean and modern interior.

Had lunch here and it was about a 10 min wait to get in. There is an iPad at the front door to put…read moreyour name on the wait list. Small footprint in the Mekong Plaza. Ordered the pork and chives dumplings, XLB, and Beef chow fun. Service was expedient and waters were already preset on the table. There was a QR code on the table that allowed you to order online or if you waited a few more minutes, server will come over and take your order. All of our food came fast... within about 10-15 min. Chow fun had the wok hay ( wok air that makes food taste good) and thick slices of velveted beef slices. Pork and chive dumpling and XLB were juicy and moist and delicious with the ginger black vinegar chili oil sauce. I really like the food here and staff moves fast. Great place for a quick lunch.

Great little dumpling place!…read more The place is small, with limited seating, so be prepared to wait a little, though we didn't wait long! Maybe 20 minutes? The staff was all really friendly which surprised me because I swear they never stopped! They were busy but still kind and attentive! We ordered the spicy dumplings and the Hong Kong Fried Rice! The Boas were good, but the dough was a little thicker than I'm used to. So I felt full rather quickly! The fried rice however, 10/10 NO NOTES!!! Best fried rice I think I've ever had!! Totally worth the drive. Will be back for sure!!

2/22/26: I've been going to Phoenix Palace for years, I can't believe I never reviewed it before…read more Damn. I've only ever partaken of their dim sum menu, and it is absolutely delicious. I've very picky about my food, but my sweet tooth loves their egg & custard tarts, their mochi w/ peanut, the rice porridge, the pineapple buns. Their rice noodles (pork, beef, shrimp) are great, as is the sticky rice, the steamed buns w/ BBQ beef, the spare ribs, spicy cucumbers. All of it is good. We usually have a crowd of four to six, sometimes more, when we visit so we always have a plethora of food on our table. The staff is always friendly and smiling, even if sometimes there's a language barrier. We point, they provide, and we always manage to have full bellies & great laughs at Phoenix Palace. This particular Saturday we had the opportunity (and surprise!) of enjoying a parade for Chinese New Year. Awesome!

Like others have said it seems very premade. Rice roll with…read moreshrimp had one of shrimp so you had a lot of rice roll to eat as a result. Got charged for tea but I didn't have any. I had read about the trick they pull. I was sorry to see that they were still doing it. Eggplant treasure was rolling around on a regular cart instead of a steam cart so the food was cold and shrimp filling was dried out.