02/28/26 Saturday…read more Arrived at 11 AM right when they opened. Party of 10 with two babies. They were able to provide high chairs. We ordered A LOT so I'll just touch upon some dishes: -Our favorite item was the egg tart but maybe because it came straight out of the oven so it was piping hot. The crust was super flaky, and custard was velvety smooth and not too sweet. We were so tempted to get seconds but we were too full. -The bean curd wrapped with shrimp and pork was on point as well. -The chicken feet didn't really meet expectations. Normally I like it, but I wasn't impressed by this one. -the ham sui gok was good but I feel like it could've used more filling -fried rice had big juicy shrimp but rice was on the saltier side -Inconsistent crystal wrapper textures across all the different crystal skin dumplings. Some mushy, which I don't like. Some chewy, which I do like. The fillings were delicious though. Cart workers are a little pushy when it came to dishes they wanted to get rid of. TIP: Best to get stuff when it's hot and hasn't been sitting in the cart. Can accommodate large groups as it is Chinese banquet style seating with large round rotating tables. Parking is plentiful but it fills up quick surprisingly.

Old school dim sum with carts and classic choices is a disappearing experience, even in Monterey…read morePark, but NBC still has the carts, servers who speak Cantonese, and huge dining room with easy parking. It was great to go with friends who speak Cantonese because mine is so rusty, I can only understand but not speak these days. I was so hungry I didn't even let my phone eat 1st like the yelped I am, but only remembered to take a photo after we had eaten at least half our plates! Having grown up with NYC and SF dim sum, NBC is one of the few Los Angeles area places that has the selection and flavors of my childhood. Some favorites were the har gow, taro puffs, and tripe. We got the roast duck but it wasn't very meaty or flavorful. We got the congee which was ok, but lacked any definite personality. The chewy fried dumplings were more dough than filling. The siu mai and veggie dumplings were both solid. I didn't try the bitter melon or turnip cakes because I don't like the taste of either, but I was happy to see them available. We got a claypot rice dish with spare ribs and Chinese sausage which was good but the rice was not crispy on the bottom. I saw they had chicken feet, which I usually love but they didn't look appetizing enough to order. Would definitely go back for other dishes and with more people so we could sample more selections.

I like varities menu items and very tasty food. Great…read morepeople Service, great Ambiance restaurant

Wow this is now one of my favorite dim sum spots! Tasty and big portions at cheap prices with good…read moreservice. It's quite popular even during weekday lunch. Love everything we ordered: Baked BBQ pork buns Chicken feet Steamed rice rolls with shrimp Steamed beancurd roll Shrimp pork shui mai Tripe with ginger Clean and spacious restaurant with free parking.

Food was delicious and David, our server, was extremely friendly and welcoming. If you're hungry…read moreand in the area go here!

Hong Kong Dim Sum is a hidden gem we keep coming back to since we found out about it in 2020…read more Always have felt the staff is genuinely happy to be there and it shows. Food quality is consistently great, and honestly I'll take this over the popular spots any day. If you know, you know! 5 stars.

Definitely a spot you come to on special occasions as it is pricey. We came with a reservation for…read more9 people, and they had everything ready for us when we arrived. We ended up getting a set for $168 this time, which came with 6 dishes. It's also $35 per lb for lobster, and I asked for the smallest one. Apparently, the smallest one was 4.8 lbs, which was another $168, so I'm not sure if they upsold me. Anyways, the food was fantastic and everyone enjoyed it. This is what I thought about the food we got. House Seafood Soup - Simple and clean soup. Good portion, and it was soothing to eat. Lots of squid. (4/5) Clams with Spicy Sauce - Large clams with tons of meat, and the sauce was fire. Always a good choice. (5/5) Crab with Salt & Pepper - Loved the seasoning, and the flavors were solid. (4.5/5) Thai Style Beef Stew - First time trying this, and it was good. A bit different, but the meat chunks were tasty and the overall flavors were good. (4/5) Sautéed Pea Sprouts - Nicely done vegetable dish. It's simple but refreshing with good flavors. (4/5) Fried Whole Fish - This dish was gone so fast because it was delicious. Nicely fried and not overly seasoned. (5/5) Signature Lobster - I feel like you have to get this here since it's their specialty. It's pricey, but in my opinion, it's the best and freshest lobster in town. Tons of green onions, seasoned well, fresh meat, and lots of lobster roe. (5/5) Service was good, and they didn't automatically add a mandatory tip for a large party. The total came out to around $364, which is pricey, but the food was phenomenal. Parking - Valet only, but they have street parking in front. I parked on the street since there were plenty of spots on a Wednesday, but I assume it gets busy on weekends.

Ambiance - typical family style Chinese restaurant with large round tables that could seat 10…read morepeople each Service - was quick and efficient Food - we were a party of five. We ordered French style beef, house special fried chow mein, honey walnut shrimp and steamed rice. First of all, the serving portions were very generous. All came in very large plates. The beef was saucy, tender and flavorful. In other restaurants, they add mushrooms to fill the plate. Here, the plate is full of just large chunks of beef. The shrimp in the honey walnut dish were large prawns. They were moist, succulent and tender. It had a rich flavor because of the mayo. The chow mein was full of chicken, shrimp, squid and octopus. It was perfectly crispy and saucy at the same time. We ate to our heart's content and ended up taking home plenty of leftovers enough for another meal. Our total bill was a little over $108 with tip. We will definitely be back. Parking is valet only and cost is $5.

Food: Dare I say this is where I've had some of the best dim sum in the SGV? Everything tasted…read morefresh and well balanced and it wasn't overly priced. The Pork & Shrimp Dumpling with Truffle Sauce deserves a special mention. Service: There's been a wait the few times I've been here--on a Sunday at noon, it can be an upward of an hour, depending on your party size. Food comes out quickly, once you've ordered. Ambiance: Casual, traditional. Larger tables have the lazy Susan. Parking: Adjacent parking lot, but can be busy during peak hours, so can take a min to find an open spot. However, street parking is also available.

I have not been back to Sea Harbour in a LONG time (like over a decade) as there is always a good…read moreline of people waiting for dim sum. So... I had no idea that they have been Michelin guide recognition. But, they are fast to turn the tables and get the cue moving quickly. Food is legit and I'd say the best item was the Shao Mai since they use truffle on top instead of fish roe. The turnip cake here is also steamed only and not pan fired before serving which is different by my experiences. They do have both the steamed and baked Cha Shao Bao for those that like both kinds. And, you order from the menus in my pics and dim sum pricing is based on the size of the dim sum. Check out my pics!

It isn't dim sum unless there's a cart auntie and that's what makes it so great and so nostalgic at…read morethe same time. We always stop by here when we're in the area, which isn't as frequent as I'd like for it to be. For dinner entrees and dim sum lunch, both offer really tasty food and we always order more than we should here. The duck, crispy pork (unfortunately not serviced on weekdays for dim sum portion :( ) is AMAZING. I can never leave here without ordering the baked lava bun. And the shiu mai is so delicious (and big!) Like all Chinese restaurants, service is a hit or miss. I was surprised when we were here on a weekday service wasn't as quick as the weekends, but it makes sense since it's anticipated to be slower. But even then, there were a lot of tables taken up so you know this place is popping regardless of what day you go! Underground parking is also awful (small and tight), but slightly better on a weekday to offer higher chances of getting a spot without having to search for a while. It's also a strip mall too with other restaurants, shops and a gym so it gets busy with different clientele for different purposes.

First time visiting on a Sunday around 11am. Waited about 10 min for a table for 4…read more Free parking available in the structure, and the restaurant is located on the 2nd floor Food was overall decent with a good variety of traditional dim sum options. They have mango pudding which was pretty good since not everywhere has it. We had to request for condiments. Service was fine and straight to the point. Loved seeing the ladies pushing the dim sum carts around. Got busy halfway through our meal

Ocean Bo is a staple in El Monte and has been around for many years. It's one of those places that…read morealways seems to have a loyal local following. During the day they serve dim sum, and at night they switch over to Cantonese seafood dishes. I've eaten here many times for dim sum. They offer both traditional sit down service and a takeout counter in the front if you're in a hurry. The dim sum is solid and definitely hits the spot. Since I live nearby, it's one of those convenient spots I find myself coming back to. This visit was for dinner. We ordered a fish dish that was pretty interesting (honestly not sure what the exact name was), an oyster omelet, and clams with basil. Everything was tasty and definitely made me go through a couple bowls of rice. One thing I always appreciate is that they still give complimentary dessert at the end of the meal. We got green bean soup and some ma lai gao, which was a nice way to finish dinner. Overall, Ocean Bo is one of those neighborhood gems that has stood the test of time. It may not be the trendiest restaurant around, but it's reliable, serves good Cantonese food, and keeps the locals coming back.

I usually go to NBC Seafood because I love the cart experience, but this place had been on my list…read morefor awhile so finally decided to try it out. Parking was easy on a Sun afternoon. We arrive around 2pm and there was no wait. You order off a form and the food arrives quickly because they have most of it pre-made and ready for take out in the back. Here are my thoughts on the following: - har gow: decent and STUFFED with shrimp - siu mai: super juicy and probably the best siu mai I've ever had - shrimp rice roll: decent, nothing to write home about - ham sui gok (deep fried meat dumpling): good, but not as airy as I like them, but still good - soy sauce chow mein: super bland - egg tarts: one of them was perfect, the other two were too runny like they hadn't been set properly, but the custard was sweet and balanced perfectly with the flaky crust - egg yolk bun: my bf really liked these, but I thought the filling was a tad too grainy for my liking All in all, I was pretty impressed with Ocean Bo and would recommend.

Parking is free. Even though it is in a 99 ranch strip mall, you usually can find a spot. The…read moreparking lot does look worn. This place is actually pretty big. The decor is old but traditional. The Dim Sum is pretty good. I would say most of their stuffs are above average. During dim sum hours, service can be lacking due to its size and how busy it gets. Unfortunately, their tea is only okay.

I've been to a capital seafood restaurant before in Arcadia and thought it was absolutely…read moreincredible, so I was pleasantly surprised to find out there was also one nearby when I was near Monterey Park! It was a completely different experience -- food is served via carts which I'd never experienced before but found really enjoyable. The food was DELICIOUS, and the restaurant itself is quite pretty inside. I can't wait to come back and bring friends.

It's so nostalgic to go to 888 because it's been around for decades. Since I was a kid, I've come…read moreto this restaurant for birthdays, weddings, and special occasions. The look hasn't changed, so it feels like I'm going back in time. They are very experienced in the Chinese/Vietnamese banquet style weddings. Have options for large or small parties. The food is good and the service is speedy. We enjoyed their steamed fish, Peking duck, abalone, and fried crab dishes. Parking is crowded so arrive early for a spot.

Went here for dim sum on Sunday at around 12 o'clock…read more The service was terrible. In the middle of our meal, they ended up moving us over because they had a large party and needed to accommodate the big party. The food came out lukewarm and was OK. I'm really disappointed in the service and the food this time around. I will not be back.

I had a great experience at Happy Ace Hot Pot. From the moment I walked in, it was clear how much…read morecare and hard work the team puts into running the restaurant. The staff were consistently kind, welcoming, and attentive without being overbearing, which made the whole experience feel easy and enjoyable. The restaurant itself was very clean and well-organized. Everything felt well-maintained, which added to the comfort and overall dining experience. Customer service stood out in a really positive way--everyone was patient, helpful, and genuinely seemed to care that guests were having a good time. Most importantly, the food was high-quality and fresh. The ingredients tasted well-prepared and thoughtfully selected, and the hot pot experience felt both satisfying and well put together. Overall, Happy Ace Hot Pot stands out for its cleanliness, kind service, strong work ethic, and consistently high-quality food. I would definitely come back and recommend it.

We came in on a Sunday with a big group, and the restaurant was extremely busy. Our waiter, Lucas,…read morewas incredibly patient and attentive. He helped us with our order and kindly explained that because of the rush, the meat and soup might take a little longer to arrive. He reassured us and suggested we grab some cooked food first while waiting for the hot pot. We really appreciated his thoughtful service and patience--it made our experience much more enjoyable. Thank you, Lucas!