My boyfriend and I were craving some good Chinese food nearby, and Mandarin Island was one of the…read moreoptions that came up. I'm a bit surprised at all the low ratings but, I'm happy I decided to give this small business a try. I placed an order online through their website, and placed an order for pick up. The pick up time was 45 mins, which was a bit high, but we were okay with that because we ordered early enough, and the food was worth the wait. Once we arrived, we found parking in the back, so I entered from there, mentioned my name, picked it up, and went home to enjoy it. The place itself looked a bit dated but was a cute little restaurant. I wouldn't mind eating inside the next time around. We ordered the cheese rangoon for our appetizer, I got the beef lomein for myself, and my boyfriend got the Kung Pao Chicken. It came with rice which was nice. The total was $45 with taxes, which was reasonable given the potion size and quality. It took us two days to finish it. All the food was flavorful, fresh, and delicious. I will definitely be ordering from here again!

Two stars -- and that's being generous…read more The food was heavy, greasy, and seriously lacking flavor. With so many solid Chinese food options in the area, this place simply doesn't measure up. What really sealed the poor experience was the service from a woman who appeared to be the owner. When I politely asked to move tables to avoid nearby customers loudly using vulgar language, she came across as dismissive and rude (whether due to attitude or language barrier, the interaction was not handled well). I ultimately had to move myself just to enjoy my meal in peace. The only bright spot was our waiter, who was friendly and prompt. Unfortunately, one good staff member isn't enough to offset the overall experience. I won't be returning.

Still love this place. If you get takeout it's packed very nicely…read more Dined in today and service was till good, portions tasty and a decent size and quality for the price I love the beef teriyaki and the wonton soup The soup is just a tasty broth and very nice filled wontons that have great flavor to them. I should have consulted my review so we tried something different - we got moo goo gai pan again today In my takeout order we got mooshi which was tasty .

Ick. Now, I'm basing my review on only one lunch by myself, so figure that in as you read…read more This place certainly loves it's oil. Everything I had was laden with this heavy, greasy, fattening stuff. If you're a fan of cooking oil, this is your go-to spot for sure. I had the "gourmet" dinner. That means Mongolian beef, my usual in basic old-school Chinese places like this. I chose won ton soup over the seafood soup choice. The broth was fine, but the won tons were thick and doughy. Not great. The beef seemed of a decent quality, but was absolutely floating in oil. This made the green and white onions too soft and mushy and dripping with oil. Ditto the very messy foil wrapped chicken appetizer, but the egg roll was okay, if bland. There are plenty of excellent choices for all types of Chinese cuisine in the Valley. No need to come here. Again though, remember I only had one dish, but I have an idea it's indicative of the entire menu.​

An ultra late review…read more There is one thing I want to help newcomers, and that is by filtering one specific drink. It is the Pineapple espresso tonic! The reign supreme, best version I've ever had. Too bad it is seasonal during the spring I believe. I could be wrong. But if you're something would love espresso tonic, get the pineapple espresso tonic if you happen to catch the season! Sherry and the mandarin team are the best! Thank you.

Nice location and good drinks. We went on a Sunday afternoon and it was a steady flow of customers…read more The actual size of the cafe is pretty small so they allow about 4 customers inside at a time. We ordered the honey yuzu and the Uji matcha. They were both pretty good. The yuzu was refreshing and the matcha really had a strong depth of flavor. Actually for me it was a little too strong but I think maybe perfect for someone who likes a stronger matcha flavor. I will have to try their house matcha next time. There isn't any seating inside the cafe but there is outdoor seating in the shopping area.

I liked this place very much - Good food and good service until early March 2026…read more This place has been closed since early March 2026. There is a notice on the door that it was closed by Public Health for not having a license. The recording on the phone indicates that it was closed for remodeling, but there has been no visible signs of activity since the place closed in early March. I really liked the place until it closed. I look forward to it reopening, if that is in the cards. I gave it only one star because I had to rate it, and there is nothing to rate at the present. Yelp should have a 'not applicable' box to check.

Food is generally really tasty. My partner had an odd time picking up our food last night. Got an…read morealert that the food was ready and when he got there, it wasn't ready for another 15 or more minutes. Fine. But when I went to eat my vegetables and tofu the next day (today), I found a metal shaving in the dish. Just keep an eye on what you're eating from here.

We love the food here and our favorite waiter, Marc! He always goes out of his way to make sure…read moreeveryone is happy and satisfied. Marc always goes beyond the call of duty with a smile on his face. We appreciate him + all the staff. -Hammer Family

Perfect for party! We had an incredible experience with the catering menu--it was absolutely…read moreamazing! Ms. Lee went above and beyond to accommodate us and made sure every detail of our order was perfect. Our guests couldn't stop raving about how delicious the food was, and we received so many compliments throughout the event. We'll definitely be ordering again for future parties. Thank you for making my mom's birthday party a success! We've also been loyal customers since 2004, always loving the lunch specials--so we're thrilled that they're now available on weekends too. Such a fantastic upgrade to an already wonderful place!

Sometimes you stumble upon a place so good you almost hesitate to talk about it, part of you wants…read moreto keep it a secret. That's exactly how I felt after taking my boys out for Chinese food at this spot. I nearly didn't write this review because it truly feels like one of those hidden gems you're lucky to discover. From the first bite, it was clear the kitchen takes pride in what they serve. The food carried a noticeable freshness and authentic depth of flavor that immediately stood out. I ordered three staples to get a good sense of the menu: chow fun, fried rice, and walnut shrimp. Each dish delivered. The chow fun had perfectly cooked noodles with that signature wok flavor, savory, balanced, and satisfying. The fried rice was light yet flavorful, with every grain distinct rather than heavy or greasy. And the walnut shrimp was the highlight: crispy shrimp coated in a creamy sauce that hit the right balance of sweet and savory without overwhelming the dish. What impressed me most was the consistency and quality across all three plates. Nothing felt rushed or generic, everything tasted carefully prepared and full of character. In fact, the experience was good enough that I've already returned since that first visit. The menu clearly has more to offer, and I'm looking forward to exploring different dishes each time I come back. Places like this are rare, excellent food, authentic flavor, and the kind of quality that keeps you coming back.

We ordered takeout yesterday. Their online ordering food was good, no problem there…read more The online ordering system asked for a tip, which I did not include, since we were going to pick up the items in person. Then, my eyes moved on to a breakdown of the bill. It included sales tax, of course, AND a service fee of around 7% -- both reflected as a single amount of money on a single line, entitled "Taxes $ Fees"! Maybe the "fees" were for the food cartons and plastic bag? Upon further examination today, this is how they describe the so-called fees: "Support Local Fee" (a flat 99¢) "Surcharges" (a strange percentage) Question -- do customers dining in also see these charges when the bill arrives? Maybe it's time to simply raise menu prices...

Stopped by Northern Cafe Bar & Grill for lunch sometime on a weekday. Plenty of parking spots…read moreavailable to park. Inside the eatery was bright and plenty of tables available for dining. We were greeted right away by the hostess and she also sat us down. Excellent customer service from the moment we came into the establishment until we left. We tried their famous Chongquing Crispy Chicken along with the Beef, Chicken and Shrimp Fried Rice. It was yummy. Definitely glad we stopped by to try their food. The servings for both the entree and mixed fried rice were plentiful. We can't wait to comeback to try other food items on the menu. Another eatery worth frequenting in the San Fernando Valley.

Decent Chinese food for the Valley - Beef roll: tastiest of…read moreall the dishes! good overall flavor and the pastry was crispy - Fried rice: alright, a little bland, but that could be because it was vegetarian - Beef noodle soup: flavor decent, I especially enjoyed the wide knife cut noodles - Green onion pancake: decent and crispy

Place was very clean first of all. Decor was very unique and nice. Food was fresh, delicious, very…read moreflavorful and tasty. Looking forward to going back and trying new items. Service was also very good and friendly.

Came here for happy hour with friends. We got all four of the dishes on the happy hour menu. My…read morefavorite were #1 Brussels sprouts were cooked to perfection. Then the #2 spot landed on the smashed burger then the #3 spot were the refinery fries with beer braised short ribs on them. The 4th and 5th landed on the fried chicken sando and the Fish & Chips. The place is a combination of a bar and seating area but no TV's to watch a game. It was pretty dead when we were dining and I hope it got better when dinner time came around because the food was good and so was the service as our waiter came by frequently to check on us and refill our drinks. They have plenty of street parking and a couple of blocks from them they have a parking structure. Come on by to socialize with your buddies and enjoy a time of good food and drinks.