Extremely disappointing first experience. I came to this restaurant for the first time, sat down,…read moreand waited 15-20 minutes for someone to take my order. During that entire time, the employee never brought me a menu, offered me a drink, or made any effort to serve me. The restaurant was nearly empty--there were only four other customers, and they were already eating--so being busy was clearly not the issue. Instead of welcoming and assisting a new customer, the employee chose to focus on selling wallets near the display case while I sat there completely ignored. I came in ready to eat and spend money, but after being treated like I was invisible, I simply left. No matter how good the food may be, it does not matter when a customer cannot even get a menu. If the staff is this uninterested in serving customers, then it is hard to understand why the restaurant is even open. A terrible first impression and definitely my last visit. I would not recommend this place.

LONG over due review. I have featured this restaurant in my Food Reviewing Dungeon Meshi panel that…read moreI hold at anime conventions for their hearty traditional Mongolian stews! Unique, traditional Mongolian dishes with wonderful service. It's so cool that you can see that the restaurant is a hub of culture and community as well. SoCal Mongolian community loves Arag. They have karaoke nights and other events that support the community (I think an attorney who works with the Mongolian community does events here too), so that's always a plus in my book. Love all of the traditional decor and knick knacks here as well as the M-pop and music videos that they play on TV too. We managed to find free parking nearby, so it is possible. For our later lunch, we got the: 1) Mongolian Hot Tea: -This was a salted milk tea when I had it. Very unique and the slight saltiness with the sweet milky taste is refreshingly different from other places. Definitely a bit of an acquired taste but I like it whenever I have it. 2) Deep Fried Flat Dumplings (Khuushuur): -Comes with 3 pieces, it's deep fried dumplings with your choice of protein in a crispy dough shell. We got the lamb offal since it's the most unique one that they had. I don't usually eat organ meat but this wasn't too iron-y or ammonia tasting like other times I've had organ meats and was seasoned to perfection. No weird texture either. -Every culture has some form of dumpling/hot pocket-esque food that is delicious and super easy to eat. This is a popular street food in Mongolia and you can easily see why. Moist delicious seasoned meat in a crispy dough shell? Say no more. -Comes with a small side of their slaw salad. 3) Smoked Stir-Fried Noodles with Beef Brisket: -This was our "main" entree with carbs and protein. -It's smoked Tsuvian (actual name of the dish) with traditionally prepared hand pulled and pan fried noodles, made with beef brisket and julienne carrots, zucchini, and homemade salted chives. -It's a simple dish you can find in many other cultures but the seasoning, the way the noodles are prepared, makes it delicious in it's own way. Perfect for those who want to try something new, but don't want to dive off of the deep end so quick. 4) Steamed Soup/Bituu Shul: -This is a traditional sealed soup with tender mutton, slow cooked in a sealed pot with wild herbs, garlic, and ginger. -Super unique dish and very eye catching. Seeing this on the menu I had to get it. You can drum the top of the dough with your spoon like a drum. Pretty fun! -It's a very flavorful broth soup that has a strong flavor of lamb and herbs. Perfect for a cold day or if you're feeling a bit under the weather. The dough pieces make for nice "pasta like noodles" for the soup. Lots of lamb meat pieces in it too. Definitely recommend, but next time I want to get borscht too since it's one of my favorite soups. A must for unique and delicious food!

Love that this place didn't close as all the other ones I looked for and the options were…read moreeverything I was looking for my plate came out super yummy ! Service the man greeted us and made our food pretty fast so overall happy with the service I wish more people would come here and review this place because my plate came out so good

I have no idea how this place has 4 1/2 stars. There is trash as you approach it, the grill is…read moreabsolutely filthy and the guy working actually scoffed at my wife when she asked if he could repeat something he said. The place feels sketchy as hell. Eat at your own risk.

Good portion, friendly service, also has free soup you can enjoy, reasonable price. Will definitely…read moregoing back

a lot of seats Server are friendly…read moreThe lamb chops and lamb shops are good The lamb showmai dumping is good too Other item not that good Lamb soup stew is big can just share that

You don't come here for the announce but you definitely come for the food. I was really impressed…read morewith the quality of the frozen beef here. They offer other meats including lamb, chicken and pork as well but I stick with the beef. It's your usual Mongolian style bbq where you pick what you want and they grill it up for you on the flattop. Rice, egg drop soup, and pocket bread is included. The pocket bread is incredibly thin and not soft and puffy as other places that I have been to. The egg drop soup is also rather bland. Again, within expectation. The reason I'm giving this place 5 starts is because the quality of their beef is really good. You can claim that all frozen meat is the same but it's not. This place has better beef (I can't make the save claim for the other proteins) than a lot of places that I've been too and they have a decent enough selection of sauces. The options I believe are there for the usual veg and accoutrements (e.g., bean sprouts, bell peppers, onions, cabbage, carrots, jalapenos, tofu, noodles, etc). If I'm in the Pasadena area again and I'm craving Mongolian BBQ,I will definitely come back here. The owners were very nice and made me feel welcomed. Very homey, mom & pop feel. Support your local businesses when they're good! Beware though, this place is located in a tiny strip mall with even less parking.

This spot is a personal favorite. Aside from the food being delicious, it's a cozy place and I…read moreconsider it affordable. I always get super full off my first plate, but I like the AYCE option. The buffet area is usually tidy and full even on a busy evening. I like to combine chicken + beef, garlic and spice, and a ton of veggies.

There were only 2 workers when they for sure need more but the 2 workers held it down regardless of…read morehow busy they were. There should be a discount for veggie only especially for those that don't eat meat. My kids always eat here when we eat at Burbank mall.

Thank you for responding, but this doesn't address what actually happened…read more I waited until I was the last person in line specifically so the grill could be cleaned for my serious meat allergy. I explained the allergy clearly and asked twice. The cook still put my food on the uncleaned grill after cooking multiple meat dishes, cooked it for only about 30 seconds, and was rude the entire time. I threw the meal away and didn't even ask for a refund because of the attitude. A generic "we'll address the concerns" doesn't acknowledge any of that or offer to make it right. Ignoring a clearly stated food allergy is dangerous. I hope the owners take this more seriously than the response suggests.

I ordered takeout so I can't speak to the ambiance and the service!…read more I ordered the combo plates. We tried bbq pork, orange chicken, green beans, beef& broccoli, and the fried rice/chow mein! Everything was surprisingly really good! It tasted pretty fresh and the serving sizes were huge! I definitely had enough for lunch and dinner. The prices are also great! I'll definitely be ordering from here again.

Came here in lieu of going out to dinner and boy was this a better bang for our buck. One thing I…read morewill note is we were told the large platters would feed 10-12 people and boy was that an extreme overstatement. We majorly fudged the bucket and had so much extra food. We had about 12 people over and between eating multiple plates and everyone taking so much food home we would have been better off getting the small platers. The food and portions were amazing. The value for the cost far exceeded our expectations. If you are looking for a great place to eat that is cost efficient and delicious this is your place. The platters took less than 30 minutes to prepare after we paid so hands down top tier service!

This restaurant is more of a Chinese food place and less Mongolian. They do have a grill with a…read moresmall selection of meats and veggies. They do not offer a selection of sauces to create your own. Food is cooked on grill but in one spot and they cover the food to steam it. They do not offer Shao Bing. Also no air conditioning was on when we were there. I live to support small family businesses, as the Mom and daughter were very nice and served us quickly. The place was very quiet as we were the only ones dining in there, but there were some delivery drivers did come in and pick up orders. They do charge you by the pound for the Mongolian food but won't let you take it home. This place was disappointing for lack of choices in their Mongolian food selection. We might return if we have an event nearby since Three Flames Mongolian is no longer operating. The macaroon ice cream sandwich was delicious and I normally don't like them.

Food smacks! So much flavor too! Definitely recommend. It even changed my friend's mind about…read moreeating this style of food.

The Bottom Line 4 stars: Nice comfort food in unpretentious, friendly environment. Brings back…read morememories! The food is tasty, prices are reasonable and the experience is unique. Highly recommended! Location 4 stars: On the SE corner of Vanowen and Corbin in Reseda, CA, in a strip mall. Free self-parking on the lot and the surrounding streets. Venue 3 stars: A little run down, but that kind of adds to the charm. Indoor tables and booths. No outdoor seating. Service 3.5 stars: Friendly and helpful staff but not very attentive! They are always short-handed, with one (very nice) lady taking care of the entire dining area and also acting as the greeter and the casher! Drinks 4 stars: Bottled beer, wine, soft drinks (Pepsi products on fountain with free refill and Coke products in cans), tea and coffee. Basic but sufficient. Food 4 stars: Typical Mongolian Barbecue setup which became popular in LA in the 80's... The tradition continues here. You get a bowl of protein and add your own veggies, noodles and sauces at the self-service station and hand your bowl to a cook who stir-fries it on large dome. You get a variety of meats to choose from (Beef, Chicken or Pork - I usually get half chicken-half pork). They have lunch specials, a la carte items and All You Can Eat. It used to be (before Covid) that you also took the meat from the self-service station and you pile up as much meat in any combination as you could fit one time in your bowl, but those days are long gone. You also get rice, bread (a.k.a. pocket biscuits - delicious!), fried wontons, fried (breaded) shrimp and egg rolls, depending on which item on the menu you select. They also have fried rice and a coupler of desserts to be ordered as separate items, but I have not tried them. One thing I have noticed is that their portions continue to get smaller and smaller... The amount of rice I got this last time around was ridiculously small... about the size of an ice cream scoop :D

Read the other reviews for food. Mine will solely be for info I wish businesses were upfront about…read more This is my fight against hidden restaurant fee-flation and for price transparency. AYCE option lunch price as of 4/14/26 Extra service charges or fees (other than tax and tip): none Tip lowest default: N/A, self write in Allows bill split/itemize: yes, 5 people Fee transparency/fairness score: 5/5

Just left Three Flames on a Friday afternoon. Not too busy, which was nice. I came in with a…read morecraving for Mongolian beef and found this spot on Yelp closest, highest rated. Anthony helped me out, and he was great. First thing he asked was if it was my first time (it was). He walked me through the options. I couldn't decide between chicken or beef, and he let me know I could do both--half and half. Perfect. He also asked about spice level, which I appreciated. Food came out quick, service was solid, and the Mongolian beef hit the spot. Pics below. What surprised me is how much variety they've got--chicken, burritos, burgers, plenty of Mexican dishes. It's basically two restaurants in one, which makes it easy if you're bringing family or a group. That range is what bumped them from a 4.5 to a full 5 in my book. If you're near LAX and want Mongolian beef (or just options), this is the move. i am giving the 4.5 flames.

I walked into three flames expecting the nostalgia Mongolian barbecue I grew up with, however I was…read morepleasantly surprised with a change of menu and the quality of food. I tried one of almost everything from the Marisco style ceviche tostada to the amazing tempura batter fish taco. And of course, I got a plate of Mongolian barbecue. They get tortillas from the to factory next to And they were love at first bite. The owner came up to our table multiple times to check on us recommended stuff on the menu to try and explain to us that it's actually a Michelin starship that created the menu and you could taste it every dish that they prepared. So of course, I had to get the Mongolian barbecue, even though nowadays at this place with everything on the menu it was a hard decision to choose a classic, but that's why people go therefore so I had to. The steak quality is incredible literally melted in my mouth. Thinly sliced and cooked the perfection. I don't want to write too much more because I would be surprised if someone read this far go and try it for yourself and you'll see.

Mongolian BBQ are hard to find. They have their own taste and charm…read more Emperor Mongolian BBQ is everything you want and expect. Lots of meat and vegetable choices. Super nice and friendly staff. Easy to find and parking is plenty in a large lot.

I stumbled upon this Mongolian barbecue completely by chance. I was actually driving to a 7-Eleven…read morewhen I saw an ad in the window for it. Honestly, I'd never tried Mongolian barbecue before, but this first experience blew me away. I'm so glad this place exists; I love supporting local businesses, and this one deserves a bigger spotlight. It's tucked inside a shopping center, surrounded by other stores, but parking was a breeze. I went on a weekday around noon, and they have a great lunch special which is $15.99 for one plate, or you can get the all-you-can-eat option for $21 or if you go for dinner time. I was torn between this and my usual craving for beef and broccoli from Panda Express, but I'm so happy I chose this spot. Once I walked in, a super friendly lady greeted me. she was fantastic. She explained the menu, walked me through everything, and you could tell she treated every customer like a VIP. The concept is so fun: you fill a bowl yourself with your choice of meat: chicken, beef, pork, or bacon and then veggies like broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, and more. You can pick exactly what you want, and they cook it in front of you in no time literally a minute or two. The fact that everything is fresh, and you can see every ingredient, made it even better. Plus, she surprised me with a little sesame seed topping and brought out a fresh bread with a sweet-and-sour dip which was really good. For just $16, it was an absolute steal. And she even mentioned a senior discount, which is a great touch. The decoration and table/chairs are a little outdated but no big deal. I left feeling so satisfied. this place is a gem, and I really hope more people discover it and keep it thriving. We need to support local businesses like this when the food is tasty and fresh, have a good friendly staff and prices are reasonable!