With native Taiwanese parents and growing up in SGV our standards for Taiwanese food are high... loved the chicken rice beef noodle soup was solid lu rou fan was less of a must but still tasty milk tea was solid too. Would come back but wouldn't drive out of my way 45 min the way I did just to come the first time. Next time I'd try the toast in house. Parking can be a B though. But they seem to run a tight ship and are efficient. read more

This review will be skewed to my personal experience due to my peanut allergy! (I mean aren't all reviews based on this lol!) The beef noodle soup was hearty, yet light. Tender pieces of meat reside in this bowl along with some chewy noodle that were perfect! Now, I LOVE sweet/sour/spicy wontons (similar to what you would find at DTF) but unfortunately, Liu's makes theirs with a peanut sauce. (I thought it was just a dry peanut topping!) so I was served with the wontons with just some chili oil. Now I did have leftover broth from the noodle soup and ended up pouring that over hoping it could fix what only the peanut sauce was made for. And it turned okay... I was hoping for a kick, a tang, a spin, a double take... something!!! But there was nothing. I make a similar cold noodle dish that I sometimes use almond butter or tahini (depending on what I have in my pantry) and wish I got to try Liu's version! (Obviously I did not order this) All in all, I'd come back for the beef noodle soup alone. Or maybe I'll try the other meat and rice dishes. But because of the items I typically would go for aren't Kim friendly, I will less likely be able to frequent here :( I got here a few minutes before 11AM and there was already a line! However it moved fast and by the time I got my seat and utensils, the food came out! read more

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My friend and I came here for dinner, our first meal of the day on a Saturday. The restaurant is set up where you order first at the check-in counter, get a number, and seat yourself after paying. The automatic tip amounts on the checkout screen start at 6%! Never have I ever seen automatic tipping start in the single digits. Given it's a self-service café, I think this tipping model is completely reasonable. After we each ordered and paid separately, I set the table we chose with dinnerware and serving cutlery as the food all arrived in short order. I had chosen the braised beef noodle soup and Chiayi chicken and rice, and my friend ordered the cold sesame noodles and spicy wontons. She also added the Hong Kong style French toast later. While we liked everything, we agreed the braised beef noodle soup was the best item of the savory foods. My friend even said she would come here for lunch all the time if she lived nearby. The Hong Kong style French toast was my first, and I loved it. My friend, who's been eating it forever, said it was exceptionally good with the addition of egg custard in the center. Overall we both appreciated the smaller portion sizes, affordable prices, and efficient service. Even though we stayed quite a while, the staff didn't rush us to leave. This is the perfect place to come for a snack or full meal alone or with a small group. read more

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The only thing I hate about this place is that it's so far away! We came here on a Friday around 2pm. No line, ordered right away, and food came in 10 min. We got the chicken rice, braised pork belly rice, Hong Kong milk tea, and Kaya toast. All were soooo good!! One thing we really loved besides the food was the decor-- the artwork and furniture made us feel like were back in Asia. read more

Liu’s Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Love Liu's cafe! They have classic taiwanese food like beef noodle soup, chicken rice, and the hong kong toast is amazing. It's self seating - you order at the front then pick your own seat. The only con was the service could be better, wish the servers could have stopped by to check in and clean dishes more frequently especially since the tables can be small read more

Liu’s Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came on a Thursday for dinner and there was no line. The workers were friendly and welcoming. You order first and then find a spot to sit. The inside is decorated really nicely with a Taiwan-inspired vibe. The pricing was also good and affordable for the portion sizes. We got the sesame cold noodles, which were so good and refreshing. We also ordered the braised pork belly rice bowl, and they were generous with the pork belly, it covered the entire bowl, and the rice was fully soaked in the flavorful sauce, making it incredibly delicious. We also got the Hong Kong-style French toast, which was sooo good and definitely a must-order. It's perfect for sharing too. I'll definitely be back to try more dishes! read more

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Wow, I was impressed with all three dishes! The portions are small, so it's not too pricey, but you may need to order more dishes to be satiated. The spicy wontons had the perfect spice and the rice topped with pork was flavorful. It's hard to choose the better dish because they all complement so well, but if I had to choose, I would recommend the sesame cold noodle the most! The sauce paired with the veggies and noodles so so well. read more

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Always heard about Liu's cafe and wish I could have stopped by when they were still serving ice cream. Although, the food here was very delicious! I was lowkey having doubts bc I feel like nothing can really beat Chinese/Taiwanese food in the 626, but honestly it's a really nice fusion restaurant to have in ktown. It's a small cafe, expect to look only for street parking. I also liked the soft dimmed lighting they had in the restaurant, it made it feel even more cozier. We ordered a bunch of items to share, they unfortunately ran out of wontons that night boo. We ordered the sesame cold noodle, chicken rice bowl, hk style french toast, beef noodle soup, and the braised pork belly rice. Everything was quite delicious! I was well surprised how the beef noodle soup was also pretty good, the beef was very tender and soft. A lot of places i've been too had their beef usually pretty tough. Broth was also very nice and hearty. Chicken was very soft. The sesame cold noodle was my favorite! I just love sesame/peanut butter taste, so I just enjoyed this one a lot. The hk style french toast was also made very well, not too soggy, but very crispy and airy! Overall, everything was really good. I liked how you can just order at the cashier and seat yourself. Everything was pretty clean. Food also came out very quickly. It wasn't too busy despite coming during prime dinner time. read more

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I was shocked by how affordable the food was! Amazing! I haven't seen these prices since before the pandemic. The food quality was great. Definitely hits the Asian comfort food bar! Lots of warm rice paired with flavorful meat, and umami laden noodles! The place was clean and had some cool looking art aim the walls. Food came quickly and ordering was a breeze. read more

Liu’s Cafe - Shredded chicken and ground pork - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

No matter how many times i've had Liu's Cafe, I never grow tired of it! My favorite items off them menu are the Chiayi Chicken Rice and the Hong Kong French Toast. The french toast is filled with custard and isn't too sweet (the best asian compliment)! They just recently added Kaya Toast to their menu, with coconut or pandan jam and salted egg yolk grated on top. They're both tasty but I am a pandan lover! The food is always consistent and comes out fast. It does get busy and there may be a little bit of a wait but it is definitely worth it. read more

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What happened to all the things I used to love about this cafe like their bakery items and Taiwanese canned drinks? They now focus strictly on popular lunch items and handmade drinks. I ordered the SPICY WONTONS with seven pieces and a HONG KONG MILK TEA. The wontons were served in a very small bowl and were gone in about ten bites. This comfort food felt too small to be considered a meal and was more like a snack or light treat. The Hong Kong Milk Tea tasted like a standard milk tea. I did not notice anything distinctive that would justify the Hong Kong label. Utensils, water cups, and napkins are all self-serve. While my coworker's orders came out almost instantly as we were looking for seats, my order took noticeably longer. Overall, I really wish they would bring back the bakery. I genuinely enjoyed their pineapple buns and was hoping to take some home. read more

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My friends saw this place on social media and wanted to try it. Food: 5/5 We ordered one of everything on the menu. The food portions were a little small, but the food was all there! I really liked their sesame cold noodles, it was earthy, spicy, and the noodles were tender. We also really like their desserts that reminded me of Hong Kong. Their milk tears are pretty good, but just kinda pricey because milk teas at HK cafes are usually have unlimited refills. Service: 4/5 This place is a cross between fast food and sit down. You order first and pay first at the counter then sit down to eat. This place is really busy and before they even opened, there was a line out the door. Once you finish your food, it felt like our servers were trying to kick us out to make room for the line. I understand why they did that, but we just felt a little rushed. Ambiance: 5/5 This place is like a modern take of traditional HK Cafes. The interior and decor is cute and quant. Parking here is really limited. read more

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Really delicious food for the price! I've always wanted to try this place given the popularity over the years so I dragged my boyfriend to take us out here for brunch. The braised pork had so much flavor and the fat rendered nicely onto the rice. I normally don't like rice dishes too much but I always have a soft spot for braised pork rice. The spicy wontons were okay for me, they were good but I've definitely had ones with better tasting sauce. The french toast was delicious, more on the decadent side since it's filled with a custard. We ordered at the front and the food was brought out to us quite fast. I would love to come back and try some of their other dishes along with their pastries. read more

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Been on my list of places to try forever and finally got to stop by over the weekend! Came here around 8:15 PM so there was no wait - our food came out pretty quickly and was really delicious. The HK toast was insanely rich and decadent, and wish I had a chance to try the kaya toast as well. I know this is more commonly a breakfast and lunch spot, but the cozy warm vibes at night for dinner were awesome. My only gripe (that was not at all the restaurant's fault) is we were in a rush to find parking since the restaurant was closing soon and opted to park at the valet lot behind the restaurant - which was $16.50!!! Such a rip off. All in all, I will definitely be back (with more time to spare so that I can park elsewhere lol)! read more

Liu’s Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Simply delicious, no wonder it's on the Bib Gourmand list. The place isn't big, but it's full of heart. I tried both their brunch/lunch and dinner menus, which are mostly the same, except that lunch doesn't serve beef noodle soup but offers a nice selection of fresh pastries, each with its own unique character and incredibly delicious, while the beef noodle soup is exclusive to dinner. Both are fantastic in their own way. My top picks are the Taiwanese beef noodle soup, the cold sesame noodles w shredded (hand-peeled) chicken, and their assortment of pastries. Honestly, the first bite of the beef noodle soup wasn't about a shocking new flavor, but a taste that instantly reminded me of home, like coming back after a long day to a bowl of piping hot beef noodles made by family. The cold sesame noodles are among the best I've ever had, with a sauce that perfectly captures authentic Taiwanese flavors. I highly recommend this restaurant, not just for the food, but because every bite feels like a warm hug from home. read more

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The food was good but not crazy, I've had similar dishes that have hit harder but Liu's is still great! The french toast was INCREDIBLE though!! Street parking! read more

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A small, but well curated menu. I appreciate the short list of menu options as a person who sometimes deals with decision fatigue. We came on a Sunday night and were lucky enough to snag free street parking right in front of the cafe. Before seating ourselves, we placed our order at the counter. My group ordered the Spicy Wontons ($10.50), Sesame Cold Noodles ($12) with added hand-peeled chicken (+$3), beef noodle soup ($13), braised pork belly rice ($9.50), and the Hong Kong style French toast ($14). The table setting, utensils, and water station are all self serve. The two seater tables are tiny, so we moved another table to fit all of our dishes and were slightly reprimanded for that. The standout items to me were the Beef Noodle Soup and the Hong Kong Style French Toast. The beef from the noodle soup was melt-in-your-mouth soft. The noodles were thin and the broth was light. The Hong Kong Style French Toast reminded me of a Chinese donut texture with an unexpected hint of salt and custard filling. My friends liked the Sesame Cold Noodles, especially with the hand-peeled chicken. I'd definitely give this place a try since you can easily eat their entire menu if you're coming with a group. Tip: Come a little earlier before items sell out! While waiting for our to-go order, the kitchen sold out of the Braised Pork Belly Rice and we had to order something else. read more

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The wait wasn't too bad, slight line out the door. My partner and I came around 1:30pm ish on a weekend, and most bakery items were kind of sold out or slowly selling out. We ordered at the front and the food came within 10 minutes after sitting down! What we ordered: - Hong Kong Milk Tea (hot): This was perfect for the weather since it was so cold out! I initially thought the cup was really small, but it's a good size to sip on while munching away. -Scallion Cheddar Biscuit: Very tasty and the inside was fluffy. - Sesame Cold Noodle w/ Chili Crisp: Refreshing and flavorful! Everything in this dish was pretty balanced. The chili crisp wasn't too spicy but gave a satisfying cronch. I would recommend adding the chicken if you need protein though! - Hong Kong Style French Toast: So crispy and fluffy on the inside. This was so yummy! Sweet but not overly sweet where you'll get sick of it by the last bite. read more

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Worth the drive! Such a cute and delicious spot in ktown. I saw it could get busy so I came around opening. There was a decent amount of people already but the line goes by fast and the food comes out fast too! Everything we had was really good and totally can understand their bib gourmand recognition. The dishes, utensils, napkins, water, and to-go containers are all self serve on the side. My only regret was not coming with more bellies so I could try the whole menu! Food: - braised pork rice bowl (4.5/5) it was the perfect savory nostalgic rice bow. -beef noodle soup (4/5): the soup was more on the cleaner side which I appreciated. Def wouldn't say it's the best noodle soup I've had, but still satisfying -HK French toast (5/5): I loved!! This was my first time trying French toast in this style and I don't think I could go back to regular French toast. It was so crispy and light, almost like a good funnel cake. I recommend! Parking: street/meter parking - can get hard to find read more

Liu’s Cafe - Hong Kong style French toast, braised pork rice bowl, & beef noodle soup - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place always has a line so it took me a while to try it, but I'm glad I finally did! I went on a Friday at around 7 pm and waited about 6 minutes (a lot quicker than expected!) for a party of two. The menu isn't very extensive but felt diverse enough. You order at the front counter and then your meal is brought to you in the dining room (which was more spacious than expected). We got the braised pork belly rice and spicy wontons. Both were super flavorful. The pork was seasoned perfectly and the pickled cucumber paired well with the dish. Overall, I felt like this place was well worth the value. My friend and I ended up paying about $24 per person. Not sure if I'd necessarily wait in line for more than 20 mins to eat here, but happy I got lucky with a quick wait time! I'd recommend if you're in the area. However, keep in mind that parking is pretty nonexistent in this area, so ride share might be your best bet. read more

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Love this little taiwanese spot. Comfort food for me! You order at the counter, and they bring the food to you. Food came out pretty fast. - Beef noodle soup: 5/5, great for the price. Beef was tender, noodles chewy, and the soup is comforting. Not very strong flavor, so I added lots of chili oil . If you have a big appetite, you may not get full. - Cold noodle: SO good and flavorful! Tastes like childhood to me. Would get this next time! read more

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The hype was so real that I didn't get the chance to try Liu's Cafe until recently! French Toast 3.5/5 - Yummy but it's deep fried and very heavy. Despite being fried, it didn't taste super greasy but it has a cream filling so it's very cloyingly sweet. Pork braised rice 3/5 - Very mediocre and didn't impress me much Wontons 4.5/5 - Great flavor and reminds me of DTF without the price tag. Pairs great with both the rice and sesame noodles Sesame Dandan Noodles w/ Chicken 3.5/5 - Very thick sesame sauce probably from being kept in the fridge. The noodles are very al dente - I actually think it tastes better on day 2. Sauce could be thinned out a little. I don't get why the lady makes us queue outside when there's no one at the register. I walked in just to avoid the sun (since no one was at the register anyway) and she made us go back outside. Food comes out fast - within 5 minutes. There's one gender neutral restroom, street parking only. read more

Liu's Cafe in Ktown is such a gem. This spot has affordable pricing, a gorgeous interior, attentive staff, and delicious bites. The menu here is quite small so I definitely recommend eating family style. This spot is also not very peanut allergy friendly! What we tried: chiayi chicken rice braised pork belly rice spicy wontons (sauce on the side) hong kong style french toast read more

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I got the braised pork over rice, the sesame chili oil noodles with chicken, and the Hong Kong milk tea. The braised pork over rice was good, the pork was flavorful and i liked the balance with pickled cucumbers on the side. I also thought the sesame noodles with chicken were really good. Hong Kong milk tea could've had a stronger tea flavor but I still liked it. Overall worth checking out read more

Liu’s Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Hip cafe that gives me a combination of sheikh Hong Kong coupled with minimalist Singapore. Because it's LA, throw in a tad of Echo Park, too. Walking past here several times and seeing the line of people waiting to get in had me wondering what was the allure? I had to find out for myself. Well, you know what this just got added to my favorites list. I got the sesame noodles with chicken. No noodle went uneaten. Not a single one. To close out the deal, I had the kaya toast. It transported me back to the tropical climate of Singapore minus the humidity but with all the coconut flavor. Oh, I should also mention, I discovered they're a Michelin rated restaurant. Credentials. read more

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Wow, sincerely blown away w/ how affordable, & delicious each dish tasted! Not to mention, food came out so quickly. It probably all came out within 5-7 mins & efficiently, decor inside was super vibey & peaceful. My party of 4 ordered spicy wontons, braised pork belly rice, sesame cold chili noodles w/ handpeeled chicken, & beef noodle soup to share. 10/10s across the board. Spicy wonton was so flavorful, braised pork belly had 5spices seasoning and a very warm, homey taste! Beef noodle soup was super hearty, aromatic broth, and beef slices were cooked to perfection, soft to the touch. Cold noodles were peanutty, perfect for a hot day. My whole group really enjoyed our time here & would 100% visit again! Amazing prices, food, atmosphere, and service. read more

Liu’s Cafe - Beef Noodle Soup, Spicy Wontons, Braised Pork Belly Rice, Sesame Cold Noodles - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Came here to try evening menu (after having to drive around to find some Ktown parking). Space is very cute, cashier was very nice, lots of young patrons. The food though was just okay. Chicken and rice was fine, nothing special flavor-wise. The spicy wontons were a bit too sweet and not spicy at all. The best thing was the Kaya toast but also can get great Kaya toast by driving a little further to SGV but also have more ample parking there. Honestly not worth the difficult parking to come here like it is worth it for many other Ktown spots, rather just deal w/ traffic and go to SGV. read more

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Wow what a fine! I found this next to the heartbreak workout and had a craving for some Taiwanese fix. Very clean and we saw the staff already wiping the glass windows before the start of the day. We got greeted to come inside a little early because the sun is definitely beating against the glass and we were getting a bit of a tan. Thanks for allowing us in. Line started about 10 minutes before the opening! I ordered the beef noodle soup, spicy wonton, jam toast at the restaurant to eat while I got the dan dan noodles and pork belly rice to takeout. Beef noodles isn't take out item just a heads up! Even though the menu show it as takeout it isn't. All the food came out amazing and delicious. All favorable and not that salty! I am definitely returning here for some beef noodle fix. read more

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Liu's Cafe was absolutely amazing! I went two days in a row. The highlights for me were the french toast and HK milk tea! The french toast is so light and delicious with an eggy custard in the center. It wasn't overly sweet, so I could actually eat the whole thing. The HK milk tea has such a lovely strong tea flavour, but is still creamy and not bitter at all! The braised pork bowl was also delicious and perfectly seasoned. The staff is extremely friendly and service is unbelievably fast. The vibes of the space are great, somewhat homey but still modern feeling. I'll absolutely be back! read more

Liu’s Cafe - French Toast, HK Milk Tea, Braised Pork Bowl - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I can't recall the last time I had a Taiwanese meal. Gladly, made a pit stop for my first time. This small place is kinda hidden between other businesses so I was moved to try when I saw how packed it was from glancing outside the window. The menu is minimal. You order at the register. The cashier was helpful and guided me through the menu. I ordered one of their classic dishes, the chiayi chicken rice. I love how organized and attentive the staff was to keeping the small space in great standing since it was busy. Now the meal looks bland but trust me it was delicious! There was flavorful goodness in every bite. I can truly say this was one of the best simple chicken and rice meal I ever had, Taiwanese style! Happily, going to try their other Taiwanese dishes next time. read more

Liu’s Cafe - Chiayi Chicken Rice. 10/10 Taiwanese style - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We saw an ad about this restaurant and gave it a try. This restaurant is on a busy street. Parking was hard to find, but I managed to find street parking. Although there was a line, it moved quickly. I was able to get a small table within two minutes. I ordered the minced pork belly rice and the spicy wonton. 5/5 on the pork belly rice. It was full of flavor, and the portion was about right. 3/5 on the spicy wonton. It was a bit too sweet, and I wish it were spicier. All of the employees were friendly and offered excellent service. read more

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Saw it on social media and was super excited to try. There was a long line out the door (waited about 30-45mins on a weekday for brunch). You order at the register, get a number and go to a table. We ordered the hot milk tea, iced lemon tea, chicken rice, beef noodles and French toast dish. Overall the best items were the hot milk tea and the French toast. Everything else was very average at best. The chicken rice had a weird dry/wet texture. As in the rice was soggy-like similar to rice porridge while the chicken was like dry shredded rotisserie chicken from Costco but less flavor and more dry. The beef noodle soup was so basic and unremarkable. The lemon iced tea could've been sweeter as it didn't hit the spot. My friend drove from the OC to try this place with me and I was embarrassed I had chosen this place. I don't think I'll be coming back but also I will not take what social media food influencers say to heart. It's a try once type of place but I don't think I'll be coming back. read more

Got very busy when we got in. Staff was very nice and kind. Some people rushed in after us and cut the line, but the cashier was very kind and professional and asked the line cutter to get back. Food came out very fast and the food was amazing. We ordered the braised pork rice, beef noodle, and HK French toast. The rice was cooked just right, and the braised pork was flavorful. I loved the beef noodle, noodle was perfect, soup was very tasty, the beef was super tender as well. The HK style French toast was crispy on the outside and filled with a milky custard center... was also amazing!!!. I have to say for the price on each dish wasn't that bad either. read more

Liu’s Cafe - HK style French taste, braised pork rice, HK iced tea cold, hot HK milk tea. - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Oh man this place was SO good. I mean you don't need to go to HK or Taiwan with this spot in LA. The HK toast, noodles, rice, all so good. Parking is on the street and seemed not to bad wait time but we did go when it was raining. They have some high chairs for kids too if you need one. read more

Liu’s Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The restaurant is quite small but very popular. The food is ordered at the counter upfront and all the utensils and water are self-served. The Chiayi chicken rice was my favourite as it tasted similar to the ones I've had in Chiayi. However, the braised pork belly rice was way too sweet for us. Even the soup in the beef noodle soup was very sweet. The kaya toast was okay, nothing too special. The portions were small but reasonable for the prices. Parking was also quite difficult as there was only street parking available. Overall, the food was so-so for the wait time and the parking situation, hence I'm not sure if I'm willing to return. read more

Liu’s Cafe - Kaya Jam Toast (Pandan Kaya Spread) - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I got the braised pork bowl and lemon tea. I wish there was an egg on this thing! I'd pay more for it . The price was good, about ten dollars for the bowl and five for the tea. I've never had this before with the pork ground up. Still good, but different. I missed the thick pieces of succulent fat. But again, the price was low so, you get what you pay for. I think when you grind the meat into such small pieces it's hard to not overcook it. read more

Liu’s Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Worth the hype! If you have to get one thing from here, please get the toast. It's life changing. read more

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Arrived and was first in line waiting for them to open. Was hungry and couldn't wait to finally try this place. We ordered the cold noodles, spicy wontons, braised pork belly over rice, and of course their french toast. All were very good and would totally order them again! The milk tea brought me back to my traveling days to HK!! The spicy wontons were not spicy enough for me but the chili oil provided on the table did the trick! Seating and vibe very causal and the service staff were cool! read more

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This place was amazing. You order at the counter, you get a number, then grab a seat. Two rooms with seating available- some small two seater tables and very large community tables to share. You self serve water. They bring the food out to your table. The food was incredible. And very reasonably priced. My friends and I shared the sesame cold noodles and French toast- YUM!!! Flavor !!!! My friends shared the porky belly rice between the two of them. I also got the hot Hong Kong milk tea. Service was friendly and prompt. I'm pescatarian so I didn't have too many choices to choose from. But it was a lovely experience overall and I highly recommend it if you don't have dietary restrictions/preferences. read more

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Love the homey vibes of the interior as well as the food, though only a few of the dishes stood out imo. Self Serve water fountain, cups, plates, bowls, and utensils. Reasonable prices. Easily got to try the whole menu when splitting it between 4 people. On a Wednesday around 12pm, we easily found seats and food came out quickly. Street parking (free on Oxford or metered) was also easy to find. - Chiayi Chicken Rice $9: our fave!! such a simple bowl of rice hand-peeled chicken, but the light sauce made it almost porridge-y (at least on the bottom) and topped with the fried shallot.. I loved it. Daikon helped refresh the palette - Braised pork belly rice $9.5: this paled in comparison to the chicken imo. wasn't memorable aside from the picked cucumber lol - Spicy Wontons $10.5: the wonton wrapper was thicker than what I'm used to, and the sauce was heavily szechuan-like. Suuper saucy. I wouldn't get again - Sesame Cold noodle w/ chili crisp $12: these taiwanese noodles are al dente, but are thicker and don't have the same chew as korean cold noodles. this had a peanut buttery sauce. acquired taste, and not my fave. - Beef Noodle Soup $13: I always love a taiwanese beef noodle soup, but this broth didn't have the depth I'm used to. generous portion of beef cheek that was very tender tho. - Hong Kong Style French Toast $14: SUCH A SATISFYING FLUFFY TYPE OF CRUNCH!! Highly recommend for everyone to try. Lava custard was not overly sweet. Half of the brown sugar syrup is sufficient. splitting it between 4 was just perfect to end the meal. - Hong Kong Milk Tea (hot) $4.5: slightly creamy, can still taste the black tea. Except.. while we were here we might as well try the: - Pandan Kaya toast $5. Subtle pandan flavor w butter in the center and salted egg shavings on top. basic bread compared to the hong toast lol Would definitely come back for the chicken rice, hong kong toast, and milk tea. Want to try the roasted oolong tea next time too! read more

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