Thank you so much to the staff helping to make sure I got the bill tonight. We wanted to treat our future in-laws to dinner so we had to make sure I got the bill. Success!!! Very busy when we arrived but a table for 6 cleared quickly so we only waited for 15 minutes or so. Very open space with table seating all around. Feels very festive! Scan the barcode on the table and place your order via their app. Fairly clearly laid out and easy to make selections. App is used just to place your order. You pay for meal when they bring the card reader to the table with your bill. For 6 guests the tip was an option IE not pre added to bill. We ordered... House specialty... Mild Sauerkraut Fish Soup with tofu skin. Very large portion. Came with some dried red chili peppers on top but the soup was mild and had great flavor. Plenty of thin sliced fish and tofu skin noodles. Chopped fermented mustard green mixed in provided the sour "sauerkraut taste". Very very good Mapo tofu, simply prepared tofu in a sweat inducing chili sauce. Great over hot rice Sweet and Sour Pork Spare ribs, super moist and fall off the bone tender Spicy Boneless Chicken feet, REALLY served boneless! There were a few small bone fragments in there but 99% boneless. Numbing chili sauce with crunchy texture cartilage goodness. Cucumber chunks provided a cooling crunch with each bite. Crispy Fried pork strips, crispy pork strips served with ketchup? and chopped crushed red pepper Garlic Shrimp Vermicelli , good size shrimp topped with garlic puree sauce over vermicelli noodles. Firm texture shrimp with a good garlic pinch. Soft and tender noodles with a nicely seasoned sauce. A few pieces of steamed broccoli as garnish. Very healthy tasting dish Fried green beans, deep fried with just a touch of charring to add to the flavor. Perfectly cooked to yield a crisp skin but soft inside texture They have lots of spicy options but they also offer mild versions of many dishes as well. If you are not keen on "spicy numbing hot" food then get the mild version. Great sichuan pepper flavor and scalp sweating heat. Sapporo beer to cool the palette. All Really good. read more

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I really like the sauerkraut fish. So so good and addictive. You can have it either spicy or mild and I like eating it with some rice, where you can dunk a spoonful of rice into the broth. Nice patio dining area and dog friendly too. Order by scanning the QR code. Friendly staff and they do a really good job keeping your water cup full. Located inside the Santa Anita mall. read more

If you're into Sichuan spice, Tai Er is the place for you. There is a special for a large plate of boiled fish, vegetables, and rice and for the amount of food, it is both delicious and filling. Upon entering, you'll notice that the staff is extremely attentive. The interior is clean and spotless with their own branded napkins in the drawer at every table. The fish was silky with a healthy amount of Sichuan spice. Just enough ti get you numb but not too much to paralyze your mouth and tongue. The ingredients used are fresh but the rice is a bit too much on the mushy side for me. In all, it is a great choice if you cannot decide what to have. Located near the old (now closed) Red Robin wing at the Santa Anita mall! read more

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We ordered their Signature Sauerkraut Fish and the Stir-Fried Cauliflower with Cured Pork. The sauerkraut fish was their signature dish. tender fish in a savory tangy, mildly spicy broth. The cauliflower was perfectly cooked with smoky cured pork. The portion was kind a small. The service was friendly. If you are student, show them your school ID, they offer you 10% discount. read more

TAI ER Sichuan Cuisine - Signature Sauerkraut Fish / 老坛子酸菜鱼 - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Absolutely delicious! The signature sauerkraut fish dish has such an array of flavors and spice. It pairs amazingly with white rice. So glad this dish exists in the SGV. The seasonal veggies were crunchy and super flavorful. Not sure what the cook it in, but it's very tasty. And the Chili Oil Chicken Feet was most ideal. The chili oil is spicy but also flavorful - perfectly balanced. And the chicken feet is boneless and perfect. This dish caught me by surprise; so worth it! Servers were nice and helpful. And ambience is nice. Conveniently located in the outdoor portion of the Santa Anita mall. read more

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I realize this place is known for its sauerkraut fish but I'm more impressed with how this place can offer $4.99 kids meals. I ordered the Beef Rice Kid's Meal for my son, which was actually quite good. It came with fries, veggies, fruit, a drink, and a toy. I think just the toy is worth almost $5. This is probably cheaper than a Happy Meal at McDonald's these days. For regular food my wife and I ordered the Braised Beef Noodles and Cheesy Spicy Shrimp. Beef Noodle had soothing, tasty broth and price was very reasonable for the quality and portion. Cheesy Spicy Shrimp was spicy and numbing. My tongue got quite numb toward the end so I couldn't really taste the flavor. The dish also had fries and rice cake mixed in with the sauce. Not much in the way of service because you order by scanning a QR code on the table and they bring the food out to you. Once we got our food, there wasn't much service afterward other than one refill of water. read more

Came on a Friday night and there were no seats indoors, but we opted for outside seating and it was also pretty comfy for a summer night! The signature fish for one was honestly enough for two people, and I enjoyed how the dan dan noodle had a kick, but was not too spicy and did not have an overwhelming mala flavor. The crispy pork was also great with the ketchup and chili powder pairing, but it was a bit too oily for me. Overall, this was still a great try and convenient for a quick bite at the mall. read more

TAI ER Sichuan Cuisine - Crispy Pork/海苔小酥肉 Dan Dan Noodle - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

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The Food The star of the show is, without a doubt, the Suancai Fish. The broth is perfectly balanced--not just spicy, but tangy and deeply savory. The fish is incredibly tender and fresh, soaking up all that signature Sichuan numbing goodness. It's simple, focused, and just really good Sichuan fish. The Vibe The atmosphere is lively and modern, making it a great spot for a casual dinner with friends. While there's often a wait (because it's popular for a reason), the service is efficient and keeps things moving. The Verdict It's reasonably priced for the quality you're getting. If you're a fan of spicy, soul-warming food, this is a must-visit in a neighborhood already packed with great Chinese options. Food 5/5 Ambiance 5/5 Service 5/5 Value 4/5 Overall 5/5 read more

TAI ER Sichuan Cuisine - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

10/10 dining experience every time. Their plates are massive and I love coming here with my family. More specifically, I love how inviting the staff and general ambiance are. The menu is huge but I usually stick with the signature fish plates... non spicy though! I like how they offer both options for Sichuan spicy or non. The service is pretty quick and the fortune sticks are a good touch to the experience. Highly recommend if you haven't tried it already. read more

One of my favorite restaurants for Chinese sauerkraut fish! The depth of flavor is so good, but you definitely need to eat it with a lot of rice because it can get salty. Their other dishes are also really good, especially the veggies (it has wok-hei, IYKYK). I love that they have an outdoor patio that can accommodate larger groups. The largest inside table is maxed at 6 per table, so you'll probably have to sit outside if you have a bigger party. Service is also really good! read more

TAI ER Sichuan Cuisine - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

This place has been on one of my go to places for awhile and I am glad to have made the trip ! First off it's recommended to have reservations when you visit otherwise you will be waiting 30 min to an hour or so for seating. Not a huge restaurant and the place is packed. Multiple servers running around. We ordered the combo for two which came with the spicy fish, an appetizer, and a vegetable. Ordered are placed by scanning a QR code onto your phone. Having tried the frozen packaged food from the supermarket, I wanted to see what was the difference between the frozen one and the one from the restaurant. Aside from the noticeable price difference, the food does taste fresher dining in. There are more affordable options for this type of meal at other restaurants. One thing to mention is that for the spicy fish dish, you cannot adjust the spice levels of the signature fish dish. I just let the server know to tell the chef to put less chili peppers . I would be back again! read more

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Came to an almost empty restaurant. Though there aren't too many seats in the fist place inside, got seated immediately, ordered from a QR code, and our fish came out in a few minutes, the beef noodles came out 7 minutes after that. The signature fish (for 2, $52.99) was really good, really salty and not too complex, our first bites we were pretty confident we could handle the spice, but halfway through we were very thankful for the pack of tissues they provide you. Delicious though, nothing painful and the bowl stays hot for a while. A great amount of fish, and we split one bowl of rice between 2, but I definitely suggest a bowl a person ($1.99/bowl) You get 2 things in the fish so we added beancurd and glass noodles, but you could also add vermicelli and tofu skin if I remember correctly. You could also add more than 2 things and spam for an extra charge. There's a glass window where you can see into the kitchen which is fun, not sure if it's self serve or not but there're also to go containers and cups/mugs of water in a corner. Our server however would come refill our waters and I didn't ask for tea to see if I could just walk up there to get it myself. The beef noodles ($12.99) was also a pretty small portion but delicious, the sauerkraut is so delightfully punchy compared to the one in the fish, mixes well with the beefy broth and noodles. But even without the sauerkraut the noodles are great and can be scooped out of the dish for picky eaters. There are fortune sticks on the table that you can shake and read a fortune from while you wait for your food to come out, obviously don't take them home, but they're fun. Glad that I tried! Only cons are probably the price, but I think it's worth it at least once. read more

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Tried the sauerkraut fish.. wow so bomb!! It's also a lot of food in such a big bowl. The only thing I wasn't fond of is probably the amount of MSG that's added? This is an assumption because I was sooooo thirsty afterwards. So don't drink too much of that soup. Service was really good. It's a good place for kids too. Their kids menu is pretty impressive... so much food for only $4.99 and with a new toy! My daughter loves the tomato pasta. I love their booster/high chairs that actually fit in the booths. Ambiance is cute, very clean and well kept. Bathroom is nice and huge too! I'd def come back here just to get the fish and awesome kids menu. read more

After hours of shopping with my girlfriend at the Santa Anita mall, we originally wanted to snack on something. But when we walked by Tai Er, we were wondering why it's so busy here when other restaurants often fail in this location. We saw that many reviewers on here were upset due to the wait times, but I think this place is just popular because it's really good. So when we inquired and only waited 15 min. on a Saturday night, we were in for a treat! The servers did their job explaining where utensils and extra napkins are, offering complimentary hibiscus tea, giving instructions on paperless menu. The place has a fun modern vibe to traditional Sichuan food without being too over the top. They even have dining buddies if you come eat alone (their big mascot plushie). Food was really good for this area & I eat a lot of different Sichuan places. The signature sauerkraut fish was on point with thin tender slices & flavorful without being too oily/heavy. We ordered the portion for one, but it was plenty for two of us since we wanted to try other dishes. The Sichuan lettuce wrap had nicely pickled vegetables & those pork slices were the most tender I've had in a long time. I was worried that the garlic shrimp would be dry, but it was perfection. The shrimp was nicely cooked and bouncy, the vermicelli and onion slices and broccoli cuts the garlic, chefs kiss! Will be checking if they do deliveries because I'm ready to try more asap! read more

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Ambiance: it's located on the second level of the shopping mall, fairly spacious inside and outside, waiting time could vary depending on the time of the day Service: very friendly although not fast, have to wait long for water and food being served Food & Drink: standard tai er menu, with few sizes for their most popular fish SIGNATURE SAUERKRAUT FISH - **** WITH HOUSE SAUERKRAUT, AND RADISH IN BONE SOUP, spicy and sauce, tasty with rice, recommend Roselle Tea - *** complimentary hot tea Price: moderate portions and reasonable prices, expect $35 per person read more

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Pleasantly surprised. We ordered the combo for 2 which includes the signature sauerkraut fish, stir fried beef, and stir fried choy sum. The food was more than enough for 2 people. The choy sum was light and refreshing, paired perfectly with the spices of the signature fish. Stir fried beef was also 10/10. The signature fish was slightly spicy but the perfect amount. The restaurant itself was clean, we'd definitely come back! read more

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Came in for a snack and It was actually worth the wait as you can walk around the mall. The food was pretty good for what we had. I was hesitant given the lower rating but turned out to be good. The sauerkraut fish was delicious. Add vermicelli as it doesn't get salty when soaking up the sauce but a good flavorful addition. The shrimp with vermicelli was also good and garlicky The pork belly lettuce wrap was light yet yummy when you combine all the ingredients. Service was a little slow but attentive. Set up like modern Chinese where everything is in a small drawer table side Had a fortune stick shaker at the table. That was fun to play with while waiting for food. read more

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Service dog friendly! We worry about bringing my dog to authentic restaurants but they were more than kind and offered our pup water. Service was 10/10 all around. Plenty of staff to help you if you're new to the experience. Portions are BIG. Got a spicy sauerkraut fish soup for one but it's big enough for two. Too numbing for my partner but I wish it was spicier. Nice little introduction to Szechuan heat for her. Soup was so flavorful and sauerkraut was decadent. I wish there was more in the bowl. I added tofu noodles which transports the soup well for your delight. This is what they're known for. If you're not here for the soup, what are you here for? Braised spinach - skip it. You're not missing anything. Shrimp with vermicelli - it's ok. Works if you do seafood but don't want soup but it could be so much more. Needs more garlic and pizzazz in flavor. read more

TAI ER Sichuan Cuisine - Hot Sauerkraut Fish Soup with tofu noodles. Portion for one, big enough for two. - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

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This was my second time eating at Tai Er, and it was exactly what I needed after an extremely long day. I wanted something light but flavorful -- spicy, comforting, and in a place where I could sit outside and not be too bothered. This was perfect. I got a table outdoors, and the staff promptly brought me ice water and their complimentary specialty hot tea (hibiscus and orange peel) -- honestly one of the reasons I came back. Ordering is easy with a QR code at the table. I got two small plates for myself: * Dan Dan Noodles - Spicy, with Sichuan peppercorns that bring that classic numbing heat. * Mouthwatering Chicken - A cold, spicy appetizer served over a bed of cucumber salad. Refreshing and fiery at the same time, and a great solo portion. Both dishes packed a punch -- the ice water was necessary! I lingered afterward and finished my hot tea, just enjoying the quiet outdoor space. They also offer non-spicy menu options and some good combo sets. As a Sichuan restaurant, their spicy dishes are definitely the highlight -- complex, bold, and satisfying. Easy parking when I went. read more

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I would have never tried this place on my own had it not been for my date. Like most westerners, I was thrown off by the idea of "Fish Soup". But I wanted to be open and agreed to having dinner here, and boy did it not disappoint! The food was exceptionally delicious! We ordered the dinner for two and the house dumplings and everything tasted SOOOO YUMMY! Even the "fish soup" was to die for! Don't let the name scare you, it's not fishy at all! In fact, it reminded me of the egg drop soup I used to eat as a child at this Sichuan restaurant my family used to frequent (it has since closed). I also LOVED the meat dish, so good, I couldn't stop eating it! Even though the menu suggests the dinner is for 2, it could easily feed 4 people! And as you may know from most of my reviews, I always have to talk about the bathrooms. They were exceptionally clean! The service was top notch! We came on a Saturday evening and although we were quoted with a 15-20 minute wait, we were seated in less than 3 minutes! The whole place was packed and everyone around us seemed to equally enjoy their meals. Definitely brining my family here and have set up a date with my cousins to try this place out! read more

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Nice Sichuan/Szechuan place in the promenade of the Santa Anita mall in Arcadia. Nice view of the prep area. Had Chili Oil Chicken, which is a cold appetizer. You order using a QR code at the table. There is not an option to request a spiciness level. You get what you get, and what you get is amazing. The sauce is spicy and numbing, with a great flavor. Has thin strips of chicken, cucumbers and crushed peanuts. There is a cute little drawer built into the end of each table, with napkins, straws etc.. Service is attentive and friendly. Menu has several intriguing selections that I have not seen elsewhere. The website does not show a full menu, that I can tell. read more

TAI ER Sichuan Cuisine - Chili Oil Chicken (cold appetizer) - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

We ordered the signature and tomato fish dish. Both were flavorful but I enjoyed the tomato one the most. Rice has to be ordered separately. There is a complimentary tea with the meal. The space overall is clean and modern. On busy days, the wait and service can be quite long (up to an hour or more) but if you go at a less popular time, service is relatively quick. read more

TAI ER Sichuan Cuisine - Signature Sauerkraut Fish - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

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I was genuinely shocked how good the food was here. I've only had sauerkraut fish one other time in my life, and it was extremely disappointing. When my friend told me about this place, I was hesitant to try due to my prior experience. However, this place has genuinely changed how I see sauerkraut fish. It is absolutely delicious. I love how they give you two free add-ons - I did tofu skin and bamboo shoot (would highly recommend). The broth is the perfect balance of spicy and sour - I could literally drink it every single day. Other notable mentions - the Colts cucumbers were wonderful. The cold chicken was also extremely good. Dan Dan noodles is a must! And lastly, the stirfried green beans were mouthwateringly delicious! I will say that because this is such a popular place, the wait can be a little long during dinner time / the weekends! I would just recommend putting your name on the waitlist and doing some shopping! Our servers are really sweet and made sure that we were attended to! Lastly, I want to mention how clean this restaurant is. Though it was very packed with people eager to eat their delicious food, it was very spacious and clean! It was about 100° outside when I visited, and I appreciate the fact that I was having hot soup, I was so comfortable because it was so nicely air-conditioned. Will definitely be back soon. read more

TAI ER Sichuan Cuisine - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

The food taste exactly the same as I had in Asia. We had the spicy n non spicy fish pot. Tyne dessert is a bit soft compare to the one have in Asia. read more

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full honesty, i was a bit critical in my first review because its hard to navigate as a first time customer who doesnt speak chinese, it definitely felt very restrictive, especially given that its at the mall. HOWEVER- since coming here the first time, i've been back a good amount of times and have become a big fan of their specialty fish dish. i enjoy it HERE so much that i've tried it from other places. no one does it like tai er. nobody. its the best here and here only. their other dishes are good too, like the cumin lamb and the beef fried rice. the mouth watering chicken is also good. i am quite surprised at the overall rating this place has. it is very very enjoyable and delicious. i dont come by often because the spiciness is not easy for my body to tolerate often. i lament that fact because i hope this restaurant stays forever! read more

Saturday night, we waited about 25 minutes to get seated. We get seated around 8:50PM and order our food around 8:55PM. It's about 9:27PM as I'm writing this and we still haven't received our food. 9:29PM, our soup has arrived, BUT it's the wrong one. We ordered non-spicy and they brought out non-spicy. Back to the kitchen it goes :) The spicy chicken just came as well. 9:36PM our soup isn't at the table yet. 9:45PM the correct order finally arrived! Fortunately, one of the managers was nice enough and comp'd our spicy chicken and offered two additional side dishes on the house: another order of spicy chicken and beef fried rice. Aside from all that, the food was pretty good! Spicy chicken: flavorful, scalp-tingling, and delicious Beef fried rice: just your average fried rice. Not much to say here. Non-spicy Suancai Yu: we opted for the non-spicy version because we love drinking our soups in big gulps and didn't feel like coughing every 10 seconds. The soup was SMACKING and the fish was so soft and cooked just right. Highly recommend this one. I'm keeping this at a one star until they pick up their efficiency. It's embarrassing that we had to nearly an hour AFTER sitting down at our table to receive our food. Not only that, we received the WRONG soup initially. One of the server's reasons was that they didn't expect it to be this busy. Come on man, you've been open for a while already and it's a Saturday night, that's not a valid excuse. They have good food and their staff are nice, so hopefully we see some improvement. read more

TAI ER Sichuan Cuisine - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

We had a nice dinner experience at Tai Er one night during our trip to LA. Clean and bright inside and service was good. The Signature Sauerkraut Fish was absolutely delicious! I like that you can pick non-spicy soup base and just add pepper while they prepare it, you still get a kick but not OVERLY spicy! For starter the Spicy Boneless Chicken Feet and Cucumber Salad was tasty. Aside from the Sauerkraut Fish we also ordered a Braised Chicken dish, Stir-Fried Pork Belly Slices, the Stir-Fried Beef With Chili, and Stir-Fried Green Bean. Everything was flavorful and very appetizing. Great meal and would definitely recommend this joint! read more

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Had dinner here for the first time today and it was amazing! I had a party of 3 and we arrived around 6pm and got a table right away. We ordered the grilled pork lettuce wrap and the sauerkraut fish soup for 3-4. The meal was perfect; super tasty and warmed me up. The lettuce wrap was refreshing and the plum sauce that came with it paired so nicely. The restaurant itself was super clean, they provided free tissues and floss for after your meal. Staff were friendly and very attentive, constantly refilling our water. Will definitely be back to try the rest of the menu. read more

TAI ER Sichuan Cuisine - grilled pork lettuce wrap - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Very authentic and delicious Sichuan restaurant. The sauerkraut fish is their specialty and definitely worth trying. The portions are quite big, we were able to share the single sauerkraut fish dish between two people. You order on your phone and they bring out the food, and all of the utensils and napkins are in a little drawer at your table. Very clean interior and the staff are always ready to assist when needed. They also have fortune sticks which are fun. read more

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Great food and service, we will return We ordered several dishes and they were all great so flavorful. The 14 tomatoe fish filled with it's soup was awesome We plan to return to try other dishes read more

TAI ER Sichuan Cuisine - Stir fried spicy pork belly - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

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I always believe the best foods are the ones that can take your senses in multiple directions. Sichuan "sauerkraut" fish seems to be having its time in the spotlight right now and it's probably due to the rollercoaster ride that it takes your taste buds on. You go from sour and spicy to rich and numbing in one bite. It's delicious no doubt but I have had it at other places where it took you on even more of a ride. But it's still very good and I have to say their to-go packaging is on point (they even have a special insulated bag that they put all the food in). read more

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Tried their sauercraut fish. It's Very tasty. A little bit on the salty side but that could be just me trying to cut down sodium on all dishes i'm eating. The seating is comfortable and relaxing. Excellent service! read more

TAI ER Sichuan Cuisine - sauercraut fish - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

I came here to try the fish soup, Signature Sauerkraut Fish. Ordered the 1-person portion and it's plenty for even 2 people. Chose bamboo shoots as my one add-on. You can choose more add-ons like noodles, tofu, etc. for small fees. The sourness of the sauerkraut soup reminds me of a milder sweet and sour soup. It is different than other dishes I've had, so it's a nice new dish to try. I liked the fish too which was a white fish, maybe sea bass? Friend ordered the sweet bbq pork ribs. They were good too. Slightly crispy and covered in a nice sauce which wasn't too sweet or salty. Pretty lean pieces. Some fatty parts on some, but not much. A few notes. I ordered non-spicy, as I'd heard that spicy is very spicy. No issues with cleanliness as some others noted. Place was clean. Order from the QR code which leads to an online site, but we had some problems with the site and needed to just call a server over to finalize the order. Free drink during happy hour on weekdays, with $15 order. Time of day matters. I came by on Friday at 4pm and it was mostly empty. My dad was here the previous Sunday around 6pm and waited an hour. read more

Would never have tried this place because my mom doesn't eat spicy food, but when I found out they have a non-spicy version and even a tomato-based version of their fish soup, I made a reservation. Even though we had a reservation, we still had to wait 20 minutes before getting seated. The staff was very polite and courteous the entire time, but a star has been taken off because of that. What's the point of a reservation if there's still a 20-minute wait? Food was excellent. The fish was cooked perfectly, and the spicy version I had was amazing -- not too spicy, but enough to make me sweat a little. The broth was fantastic, and they let you pick one side for free. I chose the wide glass noodles, which soaked up the flavor of the soup and were perfectly chewy. My mom kept saying how good the fish was in her non-spicy version. There was a bit of oil on top, I believe to keep the broth hot underneath. Fish broth doesn't taste great once it cools down, so they likely keep it hot for the entire meal. We also ordered a pork neck wrap, a new dish they have. The pork was chewy and tender at the same time, and the pickled vegetables wrapped in lettuce were a great combination. We liked it a lot as well. Overall, it's a great place to eat, and considering it's fish and pickled vegetable soup, it's quite healthy -- minus the oil on top. I also saw other people ordering fried rice and some marinated chicken, which looked amazing. Next time! Oh, and if you have kids, they have a few kids' combos on the menu, so don't hesitate to bring them. We will definitely be back to try more dishes. read more

Love this place! If you're craving something bold, flavorful, and just the right amount of spicy, look no further. The star of the show--you know the one--was rich, complex, and perfectly balanced, with that signature tangy kick that keeps you coming back for more. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel incredibly welcome. Attentive without hovering, genuinely friendly, and clearly proud of what they serve. Every recommendation felt thoughtful, and you could tell they really cared about making our experience memorable. The atmosphere was lively and warm, with just the right mix of energy and comfort. It's the kind of place where you can settle in with friends and lose track of time--laughing, eating, and maybe sweating a little from the spice (in the best way). We left full, happy, and already talking about when we're coming back. A real gem that's doing something special. read more

TAI ER Sichuan Cuisine - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

Delicious ! Service was fast and the food was delicious. We ordered the sauerkraut fish with two free add ons (tofu skin and glass noodles) and additional bamboo for a few dollars. The portion was labeled for two but it was enough for 3 people. Rice goes very well with this dish and the soup is the perfect amount of spicy and numbing. We got a jelly dessert to end our meal on a cool sweet note. It's in the outdoor portion of the mall and parking is available outdoors or in a structure. There is indoor and outdoor seating available. Hot water and ice water is self serve if needed. Napkins, extra chopsticks, and other amenities are available in the drawer under the table. read more

TAI ER Sichuan Cuisine - Sauerkraut Fish for two + two bowls of rice. - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

We have a friend who really likes Sichuan food so we took him here for his birthday. The dishes we ordered including the Signature Sauerkraut Fish, Sichuan Peppercorn Fish Fillet, Mapo Tofu, Kid's meal (Tomato Noodles) and Mango Pomelo Sago. The signature sauerkraut fish was the best dish of the night. The mapo tofu was a bit weird. It's not the authentic kind that mad the mala taste and it has sauerkraut in it. There is this really chewy semi translucent flat noodles in the sichuan peppercorn fish fillet. It's like boba on steroids- super chewy and actually hard to enjoy. The kids meal was ok but the broccoli that came with it was bland and tasteless like the typical frozen vegetables. The grapefruit in the mango pomelo sago was dry and no taste. The servers were polite. However, we asked to refill for water a couple of times and saw them talking on the comm but the water never came. The dessert took a long time to come out and we had to ask for the server to check on it. The restaurant is nice and bright with a hip cool vibe. As for food... the friend who normally loves to take all the leftover sichuan food didn't even want to take any leftovers from this meal. It's good to try it once but there are other Sichuan food options in the area that we like better. read more

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This place always has a wait during lunchtime and dinnertime on the weekends so I suggest to come in between those times if you wanted to be seated right away. You order with a QR code and utensils are stored in the table drawer. We ordered the mouthwatering chicken, the signature sauerkraut fish for one, and the dan dan noodles. The Sauerkraut fish for one is perfect for two people to share. It is definitely spicy/numbing but I was not amazed with the flavor. The chicken dish was pretty good and best one out of the 3. Dan dan noodles is a skip--sauce is way too water-y. Good place to try once but I don't think I will be back. read more

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We sat outside for a quick bite. The beef rib was pretty flavorful. We added glass noodles to our preserved vegetable & fish. This dish had the right amount of sourness vs the mala numbness. A very satisfying dish!! read more

TAI ER Sichuan Cuisine - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

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The food was what I was craving for. Sour and savory. The soup was more on the oilier side but I got leftovers and watered it down. The sauerkraut fish with rice was a yummy combo. Workers spoke mandarin and English here so it was nice for the guests. Inside is clean and a modern atmosphere with chairs and booth being quite comfortable as the tables are not too close to each other. read more

TAI ER Sichuan Cuisine - Non-Spicy Sauerkraut Fish Combo / 不辣的酸菜鱼（单人版）+香米饭 - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California