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    Lee's Garden

    4.1 (203 reviews)
    InexpensiveTaiwanese, Noodles
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Pork and garlic sauce combo plate.
    Marko C.

    This is one of two places that I go to in the SGV for Chou Dofu. Stinky tofu. Went here for lunch today. The food is home cooking style. $15 for a mixed plate of the day. Prices are a bit high for the amount of food you get. The dishes are simple and basic No water or tea served here. You can buy bottled water and soda. Tables are dirty and sticky. Cash only. Don't think I'll be coming back

    Stinky Tofu
    Moria W.

    My quick pick-me-up for fried stinky tofu. Taiwanese style. It's not greasy. The cabbage salad was my highlight. Just glad that they had my fix for fried stinky tofu. Service was fast and efficient. It was quiet. Plenty of parking in a shared lot.

    beef
    Daniel C.

    The food was very homey and simple. A mom and pops shop and the man was quick to help me order and quick with the food. You can sit or to go. It's but a humble shop next to the Banh Mi shop. Taiwanese comfort food. My stomach ate it all up. Wish I had chili sauce. Maybe I will come back

    Sticky Rice with pork and yam
    Kiera F.

    The owners were super friendly and the food came out quickly. We ordered the sticky rice off the snack menu, and it was the perfect size for a quick craving! Cute mom and pop shop with cozy vibes.

    Klaire K.

    Don't know what to eat? Don't worry! This place has got you covered. Very reasonable price and you get meat, veggies and rice. Very filing and homey feel. Sometimes when I'm too tired to cook or need a quick decent meal, this is my go to spot.

    My favorite from here, the minced pork rice :)
    Michelle L.

    I have been coming here since I was a baby because this authentic mom and pops Taiwanese shop has been around for so many decades, still run by the same owner (he is still there on a daily basis and his name is Jack Lee) and still hits the spot for an affordable yummy Taiwanese lunch. About three decades later I go back and I show Jack a picture of my parents and he still remembers them even many years later after my dad has already been back in Taiwan, and Jack still looks exactly the same ! As for the food, I will still always love this place. My all time favorite is the minced pork rice which is what I almost always usually get just cause I love it so much. Sometimes I will venture out though if I'm in the mood for something like eggplant or pork chops and it is so so good. They also have great lunch specials. Today I got the Lunch special K which comes with fried chicken and braised pork and tofu and I loved the variety. However nothing will top my minced pork rice here :) I also always love picking up a banh mi Vietnamese sandwich while I'm at it from right next door too called Ba Le. Also cash only and there is no sit down or dine in but take out is still just as good and they have sodas and stuff in the fridge too if you want drinks :) Thank you Mr Jack Lee for dedicating and committing your life to your business and to our community for so many years which brings many of us so much joy and we appreciate you so much for it. Thank you for still keeping one of the restaurants around that make our hometown still feel like our hometown. We love you and your food forever !

    Tiffany W.

    Overall experience was okay. Very fast service since the food is already premade the chicken was a little tough and it's $12 which was meh since kang kang is only $10 for 4 items and it's way tastier. You can't dine in, interior was dirty, and messy. Food was just hanging out. Probably wouldn't come here again.

    Closed Sundays and Mondays
    Ian Y.

    Lee's Garden is an amazing restaurant that I highly recommend to anyone looking for delicious and authentic Chinese cuisine. From the moment you walk in, you instantly get the old style whole-in-the wall experience you get from other traditional Mom-and-pop restaurants. The menu is extensive and offers a wide range of options, from classic favorites to more unique and adventurous dishes. I highly recommend ordering from their Daily selection labeled from A - E - all of which were absolutely delicious. The quality of the food is outstanding, tastes just like the dinners my family would make. The portions are generous, so you'll definitely get your money's worth. Unfortunately this is a Mandarin/Cantonese family owned restaurant. So although the owners are friendly, knowledgeable and always willing to help you navigate the menu and make recommendations.... there is a language barrier. Overall, I can't say enough good things about Lee's Garden. It's a hidden gem in Alhambra and a must-visit for anyone who loves great Chinese food. The only downside is that the restaurant excepts ONLY CASH and has a always changing schedule.

    Supposedly a fried pork chop.
    Jill C.

    Look how incredibly THIN this so-called "pork chop" is!!! I ordered a pork chop, not pork skin, not pork jerky. I'm so disappointed. I'm craving some Taiwanese pork chop and you gave this sad food which cost me $12. I used to love your food so much. What happens now? Goodbye. I'm just really sad and disappointed that you choose to treat your customers dishonestly and disrespectfully :(

    Pork Intensine
    Jessica G.

    This little hole in the wall is super delicious and worth a try!!! I always go next door to Ba Le for banh mi... As I was waiting for my large order for work, I thought to get myself a nice lunch.. It is a little intimidating since the menu on the wall is in chinese and you don't want to order the wrong things.. But thank God for YELP! Crispy Chicken: comes with rice, veggies, sour potatoes and egg.. they chicken was super super crispy... Wasn't that juicy but I mean, its fried.. Huge portion, it was enough to last me 2 meals Pork Intensine: Really good! I would eat this with some white rice and call it a day!! Cash only!

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    Their bentos always hits the spot. The shrimp fried rice is good too. The pork belly rice is always satisfying as well.

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    Loved this place .would totally recommend to all my friends food is made fresh everyday something different!

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    Mr Dragon Noodle House - C11. hot Oil Pork and Shrimp Vegetables Wonton

    Mr Dragon Noodle House

    4.5(2.1k reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    I recently came back here again for a quick Sunday dinner and here are some of the key highlights:…read more * Parking was easy this time as I was able to find an available spot in the parking lot immediately. * I was able to check in 5 minutes ahead of time via Yelp and only waited 5 more minutes in person before receiving a text that our table was ready on Sunday at 7:30 PM. * One of the most efficient services for Chinese restaurants in the SGV (San Gabriel Valley) area as the staff wasted no time serving food, refilling water, and responding to a check request. * Ordered slightly different dishes this time and C1 Xiao Long Bao (juicy pork dumplings 8 pieces -$13.00) and C5 Beef Roll (6 pieces - $16.00) were A-tier dishes. Xiao Long Bao's flavor profile tasted more like steamed dumplings. Beef roll didn't taste as good as I remembered (probably because it had slightly less hoisin sauce), but it was still a good beef roll nonetheless. * Personally G4 Black Pepper Beef Fried Udon ($15.99) was a surprising discovery and an S-tier dish. Basically think of it as beef chow fun, but replace flat noodles with udon and add egg and bell pepper - excellent flavor profile. C3 Pan Fried Pork Bao (6 pieces - $13.00) were comparable to the ones from Kang Kang Food Court. 4.5 stars for the food with 4 items enough to feed 3 to 4 adults. I would say their noodle dishes like Beef Noodle Soup / Black Pepper Beef Fried Udon / Fujian Style Fried Vermicelli are slightly better than their dumpling dishes. Bump it up to 5-star for the excellent service. P.S. - There's another new location in Diamond Bar.

    8/29/2026: Wow! Second visit almost exactly 1 year later, and this place still doesn't disappoint!…read more We pulled in to the parking lot around 8pm on a Saturday night, and the very ample parking lot was packed to the gills. There are several restaurants in the lot, but Mr. Dragon Noodle House seemed to be the busiest with several groups of people waiting outside for a table. I called and was told they're open until 9pm, but if you arrive before 8:40pm they will still seat you and you can order and dine. He quoted a 10-20 minute wait which didn't seem possible, but we took a chance and placed our name on the waitlist. I love the tablets that most restaurants in SGV use. It's so efficient! The host handed us a laminated menu and an order form after we checked in so we could figure out what we wanted even before we sat down. They get high marks for efficiency! Within 10 minutes, we were called to our waiting table. They are a well oiled machine! As soon as a party leaves, a team of 3 smiling staff converge on the table to clear the dishes, clean the table and re-set for the next patrons. We ordered our drinks and a Popcorn Chicken appetizer. Hubby says this is the best popcorn chicken he's had to date, and he's a bit of a snob! No dipping sauces needed. He ordered "No Spicy" and they brought chili powder on the side. They fried what I believe was fresh basil with the chicken and it was so tasty, I would request extra next time! It's well seasoned and crispy. The portion is easily generous enough to share with 4 or more people. Their 0% Sugar Green Tea is served icy cold in a huge beer stein, and is so refreshing! A perfect accompaniment to the meal. It comes in many flavors as well but I didn't want anything sweet. We shared an order of their Hot Oil Shrimp, Pork & Cabbage wontons in a bowl. Delicious, but if you're not a heat seeker don't forget to request it "mild". Now for what I considered the star of the table, their House Special Beef Noodle Soup. This is a dish that I love and am always looking for the best bowl.. and Mr Dragon is high up there. Don't come at me, but we had heard the hype about Corner Beef Noodle House and tried theirs last year. In an evening without a crowd we were virtually ignored when we walked in and I had to accost someone to seat us. The soup wasn't nearly as good as Mr Dragon, and their service couldn't compare. I'll have to give them one more chance. There was no room for improvement at Mr Dragon Noodle House. Beefy broth, tender chunks of beef and perfectly bouncy noodles. Yum!

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    Mama Lu's Dumpling House - Juicy Pork Dumpings

    Mama Lu's Dumpling House

    3.9(4.2k reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    First time at a Chinese restaurant in Monterey Park…read more Got pork wonton and Chilean sea bass Tasty and pretty good ..near the hotel with my mom

    I've passed by Mama Lu's on Garvey every day but had never actually stopped in. After visiting…read moretheir second Monterey Park location previously and finding it just okay, I was curious if this original spot lived up to the constant lines and local hype. When you arrive, be sure to write your party size on the sign-in sheet to secure your spot--there often isn't staff at the door to assist, so you'll need to manage it yourself. We visited after a long day and only had to wait about 30 minutes. Overall, the food was pretty average--or "mid," as the kids say--and I didn't feel it lived up to the hype. Here is a breakdown of what we ordered: * #26 Shanghai Style Chow Mein ($13.99): This was the standout. The noodles are thick, almost udon-style, and it's great comfort food. I would definitely come back just for this dish. * #1 XLB Juicy Pork Dumplings ($9.99): These were just okay. Not bad, but not great, and I'd likely choose somewhere else for dumplings next time. * #16 Spicy Wontons with Pork and Shrimp ($11.99): These didn't "wow" me, though I did enjoy the chili oil. I might order these again. * #62 French Style Beef Tenderloin ($17.99): The meat was very soft, but I've had better versions elsewhere, so this will be a skip for me in the future. * #83 House Special Fish Fillet ($15.99): It was very crispy with flaky fish, but the batter was quite heavy. It was enjoyable at first, but I got tired of it quickly. While the Shanghai Style Chow Mein is worth a revisit, nothing else stood out enough to make this a regular spot for us. It's a 3.5/5 experience, but I probably won't be back anytime soon.

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    101 Noodle Express - IG: happyfoodieoc

    101 Noodle Express

    3.8(2.2k reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    I came to 101 Noodle Express in Alhambra for a late dinner on a Thursday night. It's located in the…read moresame building as Alhambra Valley Bowl. From the outside, you can't tell the inside has really good space with booths plus tables and chairs, but it does. They weren't super busy at the time... about 5 tables occupied. I was greeted right away by the one server who was working the entire floor. Interior was clean and well lit. Atmosphere was comfortable. Menu has a variety of options... boiled dumplings, pan-fried dumplings, steamed mini buns, stir-fried noodles, regular noodles, rolls & pancakes, side dishes, rice, soup, and beverages. They also have frozen food to-go (just two items... dumplings and dezhou chicken). I got one Steamed Mini Buns (aka Xiao Long Bao), one Stir-Fried Noodles with pork, one Lamb Noodles Soup (with hand torn noodles), and one Jasmine Green Tea with honey. Yes, this seems like a lot of food for one person. I'm not a stranger to bringing food home for another meal. *Steamed Mini Buns - juicy with flavorful pork filling, adequate skin thickness, good size buns *Stir-Fried Noodles with pork - best dish out of the 3, good balance between pork, veggies, and noodles, mild spice level was perfect, portions were reasonable for the price *Lamb Noodles Soup - great amount of lamb and noodles, lamb was tender, noodles were a tad mushy on the edge... they need to be firmer, soup was savory *Jasmine Green Tea with honey - good size cup, tea was a bit bitter, probably needs more honey Food came out steaming hot and timely. Staff and service were wonderful. Yan, the server, was patient and helpful. He did an amazing job working the entire floor by himself. Thank you Yan! Highly recommend this place for their pan-dried and soup noodles. I would come back for more pan-fried noodles and try their pan-fried dumplings. Btw, cash, Zelle, or Venmo payment ONLY for bill total under $50. Bring cash if you don't plan to eat lots.

    I have been coming here for years. I like the beef roll here. It doesn't disappoint…read more The beef and tendon noodle soup is sometimes a hit and miss. This time it was very good. I have had ones in previous visits that the beef was chewy, not tender. You have a choice of regular noodles or hand torn noodles. Hand torn noodles are more filling since the noodles are much thicker than the regular noodles. They are both good. It is a matter of preference. The minced pork with noodles (aka Jia Jiang mien) is also good. For this visit, I did not order dumplings. But their dumplings are usually good. The service is adequate but don't expect good service.

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    Yang’s Kitchen - Mushrooms & Eggs with Bacon & Sausage add-on. Sourced from some of the best farmers in California.

    Yang’s Kitchen

    4.4(1.3k reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$
    Locally sourced ingredients
    Healthy dining

    First time trying Yang's Kitchen for brunch and the standout was definitely the cold sesame…read morenoodles. We added avocado, which gave it a nice richness against the creamy, nutty noodles. We also got the Japanese Breakfast with sausage patty, boiled egg, pickles, Japanese sweet potato, and multigrain rice. Simple, filling, and really well put together. I also appreciate that they list out the vendors they source from. It gives the whole place a thoughtful, farm to table type of feel.

    Hubby & I had high expectations for dinner, but we were not impressed by the flavors. Many of the…read moredishes were lacking balance. Yang's fried chicken wings - this was a solid dish. Chicken was juicy. I usually don't eat chicken wings. Even after it got cold, the wings still tasted tender and not dry. Grilled Cabbage with Bagna Cauda - I do like a good cabbage dish, but the cabbage was under charred, way too greasy, & lacked acidity. After finishing the half portion of cabbage, it left an unpleasant after taste. Not a well balanced dish at all. Not my favorite dish. Maybe we should've gotten a simple salad instead. Dan Dan Campanelle - the dish came warm not hot. Good flavors and the Campanelle had a good chew, but not an exceptional dish. Hainan Fish Rice - I was so looking forward to this dish. The fish was cooked perfectly, but again lacking balance. The ginger oil is muted and purely decorative, lacking the sharp, sinus-clearing bite needed to wake up the dish. Without the bright, raw punch of ginger and chili, the dish tastes heavy and one-dimensional. I just wished there were more flavors and not just the taste of oil with each bite of fish and ginger. Good ingredients used, but just too heavy on the oil, too light on the aromatics. We didn't fully enjoy our meal as much as we would've liked. We might come back and try the brunch some day.

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    New Leaf Bistro

    New Leaf Bistro

    3.1(19 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    After seeing a post about their Taiwanese style goose dish, my foodie family and I decided we had…read moreto give it a try. When I called to make a reservation, the staff explained that the goose dish requires a pre-order and isn't cheap. In fact, the price for half a goose is comparable to ordering a bone-in ribeye steak at a high end steakhouse. However, we are glad we went for it. The goose arrived as a cold cut plate, paired with a special dipping sauce that perfectly balanced the rich, fatty, and flavorful meat. It was my first time having Taiwanese style goose in the US, and it is absolutely worth trying if you have never had it before. The dish also came with a rice noodle soup made with goose oil, which was an excellent bonus. We didn't stop there. From the special lunch menu, we tried the pan fried egg, satay water spinach and lamb, house special braised pork rice, and fried cabbage with egg puff. From the regular menu, we ordered sticky tofu with pork blood cake, steamed cod fish, and sticky rice. The sticky rice was dry and not very flavorful, but everything else hit the spot, especially the mixed pork rice, which was outstanding and highly recommended for anyone craving authentic Taiwanese comfort food. On later visits, we went back for classics like three cup chicken, fried stinky tofu, jalapeño pork, and the Taiwanese cabbage pot. The cabbage pot was a standout, just generous portions, packed with variety, including fish balls, glass noodles, fried pork, and more. Some reviewers mentioned poor service, but our experiences across multiple visits have all been positive. The staff has been attentive, and the prices are very reasonable as long as you stick with the regular menu. Overall, the flavors are authentic, the portions satisfying, the only downside is after eating here I am always feeling thirsty because of MSG, but it won't hurt overall satisfaction and I will definitely keep coming back for more if I am in the area and craving for some Taiwanese cuisine.

    Service: It's getting a bit busy during lunch hour. Service is minimum but friendly…read more Lunch Special serving w/ white rice Food: 1) Minced Pork Rice: 3.5-star 滷肉飯 The sauce is quite tasty blended well w/rice, minced pork ( not so tender) boiled egg, daikon pickles, shredded bamboo (the best ingredients in this dish). 2) shredded Sour Cabbage w/ intestin: 3-star 酸菜大腸 Intestin is tender yet only comes w/its own braised flavor yet it's not blended well together w/sour cabbage. 3) Water Spinach stir fried w/ lamb Satay style 沙茶羊肉炒空心菜:2-star Generous amount of water spinach, but not able to taste any satay flavors... lamb is bland. I realize the kitchen is not capable to do stir fried dishes, as I found no SOUL in any of these Taiwanese staple dishes as I ordered. Note: They add in tax together to calculate the tips, which is not supposed to

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