This is one of those places that deserves all the love and affection from the neighborhood. A…read morestaple in the community, they provide the perfect Chinese American meal. Salt and Pepper Wings ALL DAY! I wonder how many pounds of Chicken Wings they go thru per year...

Been going here for many, many years. I agree with others that prices have gone up which is…read moreexpected...to a degree. My last in-dining order (Friday night dinner) was honey walnut shrimp (too breaded), spicy garlic chicken wings (meh), shrimp soft noodles and 1 can of soda. The grand total with tax and tip was about $90 bucks. We decided that we're not returning back here anymore for the price, quality and taste. I noticed (awhile back) that the restaurant itself was not busy as it use to be with diners and with to-go orders.

If you come here for the wings and other salt x pepper items, you'll walk away happy…read more Their service is top notch and you can reliably order ahead and not have to wait to pick up your food. If you're seeking super authentic and non-American Chinese (sweet) food, then this place isn't for you. Most people will love this place.

We went here for the first time. We saw a reel from someone on a social platform, and we decided to…read moregive it a try. The food was good and fairly quickly made. My wife liked it too. The ambiance was very casual and family oriented. It gave me Tijuana Chinese food vibes, including the fish tank by the entrance. That is pretty common in Tijuana's Chinese food places. The service was good, attentive and consistent. Why not five stars? The food was good but too salty for my taste, but that is not why. The menu was a bit confusing. The plate-combinations are not available, and it wasn't clear on the menu. The family packages options were not available as shown unless there were 6 of us. It was my wife and I. I would've paid for the additional items if they would offer them to us, but it was a very yay or nay situation. Some of the staff was very smiley and attentive and some very serious and without friendliness, however not rude. I like it and I might try again but just some observations

Food is outstanding without exception. Everything I've ordered has been phenomenal. Never a bad…read moremeal. The service is stellar. If Jay is your waiter, you will be treated well. The ambiance is simple but classic.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but our experience at Tasty Malatang Chinese Cuisine was…read moredisappointing because of the customer service. According to the restaurant's posted hours, they close at 10:00 PM. My family and I arrived around 9:15 PM, expecting that we still had enough time to order dinner. As soon as we walked in, the server immediately told us they were already closed. My mother politely pointed out that the posted closing time was 10:00 PM and simply asked if the kitchen happened to close earlier than the dining room. Instead of explaining the situation professionally, the server responded in a very rude tone: "Well, you guys can eat and order, but at 10:00 PM you need to be gone and out the door." Another employee then stepped in to back him up, making the interaction feel even more uncomfortable. I completely understand how the restaurant business works. I've been around the industry long enough to know that kitchens often stop taking orders before closing or that staff are trying to finish cleaning at the end of the night. If they had simply said, "We're sorry, but our kitchen is already closed," or even, "We can still serve you, but we're finishing up for the night," we would have completely understood. There was no reason to speak to us disrespectfully. What made this experience frustrating is that we never came in with an attitude or demanded special treatment. We were polite from the moment we walked through the door. We simply asked a reasonable question based on the restaurant's posted business hours, and instead of receiving a courteous explanation, we were met with unnecessary hostility. Customer service is just as important as the food. A welcoming attitude can make guests want to return, while a rude interaction can overshadow everything else. Unfortunately, this experience left such a negative impression that I won't be returning. I also would not feel comfortable bringing my family or recommending this restaurant to friends because everyone deserves to be treated with basic respect. I hope management takes this review as constructive feedback and reminds their staff that even when it's close to closing time, a little kindness and professionalism go a long way.

10/10 everything was amazing ! * fried rice…read more* beef & brocc * salt and pepper wings * lo mein * orange chicken * honey walnut shrimp you'll love it

Take out or Dine in, either way the food quality is exceptional !…read more My husband and I first dined here a few years back and we have become regulars whenever we want chinese. The location is small but the food never lacks in flavor nor in quality! Order large food trays in advance! They make everything to order so it does take time when the amount of food being prepared is alot. I personally prefer dinning in with my family. The staff is always very friendly and they explain their menu and items each time we order something new. Out of everything they have you MUST try their salt and pepper green beans! The portion, the flavor, their texture ! Everything about them makes it impossible to stop eating them. A staple item when we eat here. Plan ahead and give this place a fair try.

Great spot for catering. We always order here when we are hosting. Everyone loves their coconut…read morewalnut shrimp and chicken wings. I usually make my own to serve along with it. Come here for those specific dishes you will not be disappointed

Oh man, would definitely recommend going somewhere else…read more There is an Asian lady here with long hair on a ponytail, not too old but not young either, who is super weird and rude to customers. It is funny but not funny, she acts like a bully :-/, she gives customers dirty look, and screams at them. Who is she? Must be the owner to act that way and get away with it. Used to be a quick fun stop to get some Chinese food for dinner. The portion got so much smaller, while price much higher - and on top of that, the service comes with a bad attitude. Not worth the stop. There are many other Chinese restaurants within the area worth exploring.

Really enjoyed my visit to JCK Asia Kitchen & Bar! The soup dumplings were definitely a highlight…read more-- juicy, flavorful, and so good when eaten fresh. I also tried the beef rib noodle soup, Angus steak with house sauce, chili wonton, and Dan Dan noodles. Everything was flavorful and satisfying! I loved the cozy atmosphere and the service was friendly as well. If you're in Chula Vista and looking for dumplings, noodles, or Asian comfort food, this is definitely a spot worth checking out. Can't wait to come back and try more from the menu!

Nothing compares to JCK! I ordered to go this time, and it was delicious! The dumplings are some of…read moremy favorite! I highly recommend going with a big group so you can try multiple things!

I have always passed by Panda Chef and never thought to give them a try until recently. And I am…read morereally happy I finally did! This Chinese food spot is a mom & pop, hole in the wall type of place but usually that's where all the good family style food usually is. Service was very quick and nice, no complaints. I ordered a small $1.00 fried rice enough to feed one person and an entree of salt & pepper chicken wings for $16.99 and honestly that is a really great price for 12 big wings. Considering how a lot of Chinese restaurants are now charging $20 dollars and up for the same dish. Flavor was everything I was craving for. Salt & chili flakes were well balanced, wings were coated extra crunchy topped with the green onions. I also appreciated that the wings were not just salt flavor! I despise a dominating salt flavor when they are supposed to be s&p wings! Panda chef delivered on my first try and I definitely will try again!

Mom and pop Chinese restaurant down the street from Eastlake high school in the Vons shopping…read morecenter. This place has been there since they built the neighborhood, which is a great reflection of their food! This place is an Eastlake Greens staple. It's been a while since I've eaten in the restaurant since I always do takeout, but it's a quaint dining area. They do catering orders and are known for their salt and pepper chicken wings. The family that owns this restaurant are so nice and kind! If you're craving a local spot, I highly recommend!

Love this place the food is always delicious. The service is always great. It's gonna be my…read morefavorite place for Sunday dinner in the area.

I've been going to the Sidro one since the 80's & love it there & their OG staff that is awesome…read morewith great customer service & delicious food. I live in Chula Vista so when they opened this location in Chula Vista I got excited, prices are a bit higher here due to different city & it ain't the same staff but the staff here is still very good. The food tho is as good, best ChinaExican food I've ever had, I call it that because it's a perfect flavor mix of Chinese & Mexican food it's like eating Chinese Mexican food. That's why it's always busy with Tio's & Tia's & the raza eating here & the owner is real nice & friendly he's in both locations. Best Pollo Cantonese & Duck Soup (no bones) is here hands down! Their red pork & Chop Chuey is one of the best around & don't forget to get the Egg Rolls their big & flavorful. The workers are Chinese but know better Spanish then me & I'm Mexican bilingual! Overall it's a good Chinese restaurant & I highly recommend it. I go to both now I love my Sidro one because of the original staff but I love coming here too because it's closer to home & food is as amazing. Keep up the great work YingLi & see you soon amigos :)

Royal Mandarin in National City never disappoints when it comes to their famous salt and pepper…read morechicken wings. The wings were crispy, flavorful, and easily the highlight of the meal. I don't make it to this area often, but when I'm craving great wings, this spot is always worth the trip. We also ordered the noodles with shrimp, but they were a bit disappointing. There were only about four shrimp in the entire dish, and since we split it, I ended up with just two. I was definitely hoping for more of a shrimp fix. If you're coming here, my recommendation is simple: stick with the salt and pepper chicken wings.

Came to try the viral salt and pepper chicken wings…read more Came for lunch and got the egg drop soup and it was yummy. Got the bbq pork and it came with rice and a spring roll and I chicken wing. The rice was okay. The bbq pork was so good. The chicken wing is a good wing but nothing really special. The orange chicken wasn't good. Maybe it was over cooked.

I'm always on the hunt for great salt and pepper chicken wings since so many restaurants offer…read morethem, and I'm so glad I decided to give iWok another try. They have officially earned my top spot in the Eastlake/Otay Ranch area for salt and pepper wings. The seasoning was outstanding, but the real star of the dish was the crispy garlic and crunchy topping. It added so much flavor and texture that I couldn't stop eating it. The shrimp were perfectly fried--crispy on the outside while still juicy and tender inside, never overcooked. The chicken wings were extra crispy with incredible flavor in every bite. I also ordered the fried rice, which was delicious and paired perfectly with everything else. This order was delivered through DoorDash, and I was genuinely impressed. The food arrived piping hot, fresh, and well-packaged, tasting like it had just come out of the kitchen. That's not always the case with delivery, so it definitely stood out. If the food is this good by delivery, I can't wait to dine in and experience it fresh from the restaurant. iWok has definitely become one of my go-to spots, and I'll absolutely be ordering again.

First time trying iWok in Chula Vista and overall it was a great experience!…read more We ordered the salt & pepper wings, salt & pepper shrimp, orange chicken, fried rice, and cheese wontons. The salt & pepper shrimp was the star for me -- light, airy, crispy, and not greasy at all. The wings had great flavor and a nice crunch, though they were a little heavy on the salt. The orange chicken was good, but it didn't completely wow me. The fried rice paired really well with everything on the plate, though I probably wouldn't order it as a standalone item. The cheese wontons were tasty, but since we ordered takeout, I'm not sure if they accidentally forgot the sweet dipping sauce that usually comes with them. Overall, the food was fresh, portions were generous, and the experience was enjoyable. Next time, I'll definitely dine in to get the full experience!