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Mongolian Hot Grill

3.2 (340 reviews)
ModerateMongolian
Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Updated 2 weeks ago

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Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Beef, chicken, and shrimp combo noodles

I have no idea why there are bad reviews. Sure, it's a mom & pop shop so nothing fancy, no ambience, but who cares about that. I absolutely LOVE their food. I live in San Diego and there are no Mongolian spots around here that even compare. So I drive my happy a$$ all the way to Whittier for these noodles at least once a month.

Sorry it's blurry but this is the grill. There's two guys walking around and round grilling the food.
Nellie L.

Our first time at this place. You pick your protein and pay $16 per plate. It's a CASH ONLY transaction, they have an ATM inside. Then you get a bowl filled with the protein and you add the rest. They have a decent selection of veggies and a few sauces. They have several signs that they will only cook what is in the bowl, anything on the tray they discard. The cook will grill the contents of the bowl and add noodles and sauce. It was tasty. But they don't clean the grill between people so mine was spicy because the person in front added very spicy sauce to her plate. It was a little busy but they okay. The place is small.

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Melody P.

I seen the instagram hype and definitely wanted to try. I miss seeing Mongolian grills in general so a trip back home to cali really wanted me to give It a go. You pay and pick your protein. Then head to the area to add veggies then create the sauce. I wish there were more vegetable options. If the place gets busy there may be a wait since there is one cook who has to cook each plate. It was okay to try, but not a fan of going back.

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Val G.

So I've been a huge Mongolian BBQ fan for decades. I have taken my family to many different locations, one of my favorites was up in Duarte but unfortunately they're no longer there. My daughter was excited to have us come up to this restaurant because she had heard good things and had come here with some coworkers. Many of the Mongolian places that I have been to are all you can eat and you can go and serve yourself as many times as you want. But some places that I've been to in the past are a one serving location. This place gives you a bowl of the meat that you purchase and then you go serve your own vegetables and sauces before taking it up to the grill. The veggies, mushrooms and other items seemed a little old. And with some of the items, you had to scrape the bottom of the containers. It would be hard for the lady working the cashier to come refill them because the design of the place is badly done. While you're serving your veggies and sauces/oils, you're bumping your butt against the person waiting at the grill. Is super hard to get in there, this area needs to be redesigned! But the most frustrating part for me throughout the process was the long line largely due to the fact that the cook is only putting on one bowl at a time. I have never seen that at any other Mongolian BBQ location. I think part of the reason was that there was a large burned area on the grill because he is not walking around the diameter of the grill. I don't know if it burned because he's not using it all or if he is not using it because it is burned. But if your food touches it you're going to taste that burnt flavoring. It also makes the line go really really slow. I also paid the extra $5 to add shrimp. You only get four or five pieces of shrimp but they were pretty good size; unfortunately, the cook dropped one of my shrimp to the floor as he is rotating the food on the grill. :( They offer some spring rolls as a side menu, they are NOT! They are egg rolls, and they look like they are premade and fried there. They are not good at all. Super mushy and no flavor! There are only a couple of tables in the restaurant so I noticed a couple of people waiting for us to hurry up. We were fortunate and got a table right away. I guess everything is relative so I have to compare it to the other Mongolian BBQ places that I've gone to in the past, this place was not as well designed or clean looking. It wasn't gross but it just didn't look clean. I do have to give it three stars because the food is good. Probably not somewhere I would come back to because for the same price I think there are a lot of different options. If I ever came back and saw the same burnt spot on the grill I would walk out the door.

Chris H.

This place is a little gem in South Whittier. Bomb noodles made with veggies of choice and plenty of meat. Last time it was cash only so please have cash on hand before you order. It's a simple hole in the wall with a couple seats but you can sit and enjoy the smell of food cooking or you can take out and enjoy at home.

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Ernesto H.

Food was really good. A little pricey but worth it. Get there early, around lunch time, so u don't have to wait in the long dinner lines. It's a small place and it's hard to move around in there but hopefully they can rearrange the vegetable bar.

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Food was delicious! The cook helped me fixed my plate to perfection definitely recommend this place.

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Hours are not updated. They open whenever they feel like it it seems. If you must try, call before making the drive.

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On line says 12, got here at 1 and the lady says to come back at 2. So inconvenient and annoying.

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Closed when online it shows open for the second time , disappointing to waste gas to say the least

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The food was really tasty and they give you a good portion of food. Only accepts cash!

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4.3
(676 reviews)
6.6 mi
$$

I've been coming here since I was a kid, and it's definitely changed over the years. It used to be…read moreself-serve where you built your own bowl and they cooked it for you. Now they build the bowl for you, but it's still just as good. I came for the lunch special, which includes a bowl, a drink (Pepsi products), and an egg roll or wonton. I added a biscuit pocket too. I wish the biscuit pocket was part of the lunch special because it's one of my favorite things here. The meat is good, the veggies are fresh, and the sauces have a lot of flavor. The staff was really welcoming and brought the food out to my table once it was ready. They checked on me a few times, and it wasn't too crowded, which made for a nice lunch. My total came out to about $24, which isn't bad for how much food you get. I ate about half my bowl there and had enough left for dinner later. Definitely worth it if you're hungry.

Tried this new Mongolian spot and overall had a great experience! The food was fresh, flavorful,…read moreand perfect if you're hungry and don't feel like waiting. It's a great grab-and-go option, and the service was super quick and efficient. For anyone wondering, the current price is around $17 per plate. One suggestion I'd make is adding bell peppers as a vegetable option. I was surprised they weren't available when we looked through the ingredient selection, and I think they'd be a great addition to the menu. Looking forward to coming back and trying more combinations!

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The area where the bbq magic happens.
The area where the bbq magic happens.
Mongolian beef with noodles and choice of veggies
Mongolian beef with noodles and choice of veggies
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Pho Lily and Mongolian BBQ

Pho Lily and Mongolian BBQ

4.4
(267 reviews)
6.5 mi
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Locally owned & operated
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Stopped by for Sunday dinner. We were seated quickly and our server was very friendly. There were…read moreseveral groups eating here which was a good sign. Our table was nice and clean too. They have a large grill area and serving station for the Mongolian bbq. We may come back to try that item. This visit we ordered the house special pho and the house special egg noodle. They provided a good serving of meat for both dishes. My fiancé liked that they cut the tripe into thin strips so it's easier to eat. I really enjoyed the egg noodle. Was also happy to see that the shrimp pieces were large and properly cleaned. They had the crispy chili oil as a condiment on the table which was great because I love crispy chili oil and was able to use a generous amount. Overall a good solid meal. The service here was fast as well. We will likely return here.

We were having a partial case of the HALT's We were…read more Hungry Angry Lonely - not really Tired So we decided to try Pho Lily and sure made the right decision. My son had the Mongolian kids plate and he almost licked the plate . I had chicken Pho and my wife had chicken and rice. The food was great, ambience was just right as they were showing the Dodger game . The service was Excellent. , my wife forgot her phone , I called and they stated that it was charging and waiting for me. Nice people

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Pho Lily and Mongolian BBQ
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4.0
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3.5 mi
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Solid 10/10. Hands down the best vegan Chinese food we've ever had. We eat a lot of vegan food, and…read morehave eatin vegan Chinese food from across different states, and this was by far the best we've ever had. This little mom and pop is a hidden gem. We do not frequently visit the area so we've missed it for all these years. Sadly it's a quite a drive. If it was closer, we'd come here all time. It was clearly our first time and the staff were very friendly. They answered all of our questions and concerns. We ordered $65 worth of vegan food just so we can take it back home. We sat inside and ate. The food was so good. It was flavorful and the portions they gave us were a LOT. Highly recommended and will definitely be back.

Hands down the best vegan Chinese food we've had in Southern California! Pots & Woks deserves every…read moreYelp star--and then some. My partner and I were geeking out from the moment we walked in. We started by ordering the 3-item combo with vegan Orange Chicken, Spicy Mongolian Beef, Mushroom Chicken, vegan fried rice, and chow mein. We thought we were done... Then we spotted the specials. Vegan Chicken Katsu?! A few seconds later...Vegan Popcorn Chicken?! DOUBLE WHAT?! While we were still processing those life-changing discoveries, fresh vegan egg rolls came out of the kitchen. At that point, our self-control officially clocked out for the day. Into the order they went! When our combo arrived, it was packed to the brim like someone forgot the container had a lid. Everything came out piping hot, fresh, and bursting with flavor. We told ourselves we'd take it to go...that lasted about 12 seconds. One bite in, we looked at each other and said, "Yeah...we're eating here." If you're craving vegan Chinese food, stop scrolling and just go. Your taste buds will thank you, and your future self will forgive the food coma. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Whittier!

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Combo #3, half fried rice & chow mein with BBQ pork, orange chicken, & Mongolian beef
Combo #3, half fried rice & chow mein with BBQ pork, orange chicken, & Mongolian beef
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4.2
(266 reviews)
3.7 mi
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Locally owned & operated
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I was lucky enough to experience Dumpling Queen today! Amazing food, everything was so delicious…read more My friend goes there frequently with her family and suggested it today for lunch since it is close to where we work. When we walked in we were able to select our seats, the menu and an order sheet was right there on the table. Amazing customer service, she was able to answer questions about the food. Food was freshly prepared and was a 10 out of 10. We will definitely be back next week to try their soup dumplings. If you are in the area I would definitely recommend you give this place a try!

Finally tried this place, ordered the Orange chicken, beef opinion dumplings and onion pancake…read more Orange chicken wasn't what I was expecting flavor wise. The flavor fell flat and definitely can use some more seasoning. I don't think I would order that again. Beef onion dumplings were good, perhaps pan fried is a better option, steamed ones were bland unless you use chili oil. The onion pancake, this was good, however it was super flat and NOT worth $9! Looked more like a cut up quesadilla, matter of fact I've had tastier cheese less quesadillas Place was clean and tidy, however it's okay to engage with your customers and offer a smile, it's free! Don't know if I'd go back, I don't taste the flavor or see the value in the $50 I spent for two people. *best orange chicken locally in my opinion, is Thai House down the street!

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Dumpling Queen
Chive Shrimp Dumplings 12pcs
Chive Shrimp Dumplings 12pcs
Queen's Crispy Pot Stickers - Pork and Cabbage

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Wok’s Deli

Wok’s Deli

4.7
(439 reviews)
2.8 mi
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I walked into "Woks Deli" like a woman on a mission. I told them straight up, "I am looking for…read moregood Chinese food." No small talk. No flirting. This was a food emergency. Because let me tell you... it has been a **long, long time** since I've had Chinese food that made me believe in love again. Then the food came out. The rice? STICKY...PERFECTLY STICKY!!! Perfect. MOIST, not mushy... just minding its business and being amazing. Like, where have you been all my life? Why did you let me suffer like that? And the sweet and sour pork... listen... crispy on the outside, tender on the inside... it had layers. Emotional layers. I wasn't just eating, I was healing. The Broccoli and beef...game changer. The broccoli had a fresh snap to it mmmm fresh! But what blew me away was the beef, it resembled Wagu meet. So tender so flavorful. I was sitting there, slowly munching my night away, completely unbothered, living my best life like I had just found inner peace... in a takeout container, but better, it was on a plate! At one point I literally thought, "Is this what happiness tastes like?" Because I was in full "Wok Deli" Chinese style. No passport, no jet lag, just vibes. I didn't want to leave. I considered ordering more just to stay longer like, "Don't rush me, I'm having a moment." If you've been out here struggling like I have, eating mediocre Chinese food and pretending it's okay... stop. Go here. Fix your life. 10/10. Came for food, left emotionally fulfilled.

Tried their food for the first time we got a variety of things, peppered beef ( it was a bit tough,…read morenice flavor, but it was surely not filet mignon) Chinese food is tricky, you either get a big portion with lots of fried pieces or small portion better quality, I think I prefer the latter. The value was good, quality can be improved. The staff were friendly! I think dining in for lunch would be the way to go!

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Dining area
Dining area
2. Cheese Fried Won Ton sooo good
2. Cheese Fried Won Ton sooo good
Front store, outside

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Front store, outside

Mongolian Hot Grill - mongolian - Updated July 2026

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