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A household staple FOREVERRRR! Century egg and pork congee plus shrimp leek rice noodles is our order every time and it has never once let us down. The breakfast combos are aggressively carb heavy and that is the whole point. Go early for the pineapple buns with butter or go home sad, those are your two options. Crispy noodles with seafood, crispy squid, veggies, whatever else we've pointed at on the menu, it all slaps. We have never had a bad order here and frankly I don't think it's possible. Consistent, never fails, always a good time. Some places just have you and this is one of them.
Came here the other day to try something new. We tried a clay pot, udon, bean sprouts, filet mignon, and tofu and seafood dish. All in all, the food was decent and came out pretty fast. Compared to Bay island, it is pricier. The dishes we got were a bit more expensive. The service was pretty decent and the food came out quickly. This is not on my list of places to come back anytime soon though.
My go-to Hong Kong breakfast spot closed down but I'm so glad to have discovered Tam's! I think I actually like it just as much if not more than my previous spot which I never thought I'd say. Their breakfast combo is an incredible deal with choice of congee, drink, and two sides for 12.99! I'm traditional and always get the pork and century egg congee, which was solid here. Their iced milk tea was also strong and sweet - just as it should be. I really like the two sides though, the shrimp rice roll is actually bouncier/chewier than the typical cherng fun and I really liked it more! And the pineapple bun with a thick square of butter inside was perfecttt and so indulgent. I don't know how anyone could eat this much food, I definitely had to bring home leftovers! Can't wait to come back again.
This is a solid HK cafe spot that is popular with locals. I can't believe I haven't been here earlier! (It's probably because they close at 9 PM, and I tend to crave canto food late at night.) The prices are pretty fair/average. I didn't see any lunch specials when I was here for lunch. The chang fun (rice noodle roll) was good. I got the shrimp + leek one, but I think beef might have been the better choice. The seafood congee was also really good with plenty of seafood. Servers spoke Mandarin, Cantonese, and English. I would come back to try the claypot dishes. Credit card/Apple Pay accepted Bathroom available Parking lot/Free parking Covered outdoor seating in the front
I came by Tam's Noodle House in San Gabriel for the classic Hong Kong-style breakfast. We ordered their congee, ham & egg, shrimp rice noodle roll, and the pineapple bun with butter, and everything was on point. The congee was flavorful, exactly how it should be. The ham & egg was done just right, giving that nostalgic HK café vibe. The dry shrimp rice noodle was silky soft with dry shrimp inside and paired perfectly with the soy sauce. And the pineapple bun with butter? Warm, fluffy, slightly crispy on top, with that thick slice of butter melting inside... so good. If you're looking for a solid spot for a casual, comforting meal, this place definitely delivers. Will be back for sure!
There aren't too many Chinese restaurants around this area that still has outdoor seating, so I'm glad Tam's still does. We brought our doggo along to breakfast and sat outside. Food is still delicious and they have pretty large portions. Staff members were attentive and friendly. - Century Egg and Pork Congee with Dark Soy Sauce Chow Mein and Steamed Rice Noodle with House Sauce as the sides (yummy and tons of food) - Sampan Seafood Congee with Dark Soy Sauce Chow Mein and HK Style Pineapple Bun as sides (also yummy) - Pickled Mustard and Shredded Pork Vermicelli with HK Style Pineapple Bun (yummy and flavorful) Overall, this place has yummy food and friendly staff. Best perk is that there's an option for outdoor seating (yay for doggo!). Credit cards are accepted.
Our Go-To Spot for Some Early (and Slightly Expensive) Breakfast Fun! This has definitely become our go-to spot when hubby and I are craving a simple but satisfying breakfast -- and since my family came to visit, I had to take advantage and bring them here at 8:30 AM on a Saturday. Parking is actually pretty convenient. There are a good amount of spots available up front, and if it gets busy, you can always park downstairs, so no major stress there. Now let's talk about the real reason we come -- their traditional dine-in breakfast special from 8 AM to 11 AM for $12.99, which is honestly a pretty great deal. You get to choose your own congee (basically rice porridge) and two sides from options like chow mein, rice noodles, or pineapple bun. It's simple comfort food, done right. Since my family was visiting, I went all in and ordered four different congee to share: * Dried Scallop Congee * Sliced Fish with Lettuce Congee * Watercress with Pork Spareribs Congee * Century Egg with Pork Congee Out of the four, my top two favorites were definitely: Watercress with Pork Spareribs -- flavorful, comforting, and just hits the spot Century Egg with Pork -- classic, rich, and very satisfying Next would be the Sliced Fish with Lettuce, which was still good, just a bit lighter in flavor. And last place for me was the Dried Scallop Congee, which honestly tasted pretty plain -- like it was missing that extra oomph. Overall though, the congee had a really nice texture and comforting flavor. If you like to level it up, adding chili oil gives it that extra kick -- and of course my husband went straight for the classic combo of vinegar and a little soy sauce. For sides, I really enjoyed the simplicity of the chow mein, and the flat rice noodles were also tasty -- one with house sauce and the other with dried shrimp. Nothing fancy, just solid comfort food. I also ordered an extra set of pineapple buns -- 2 for $4.99 -- and they were warm, soft, and definitely worth it. You can also add coffee, hot tea, or iced tea for just $1, which makes the whole meal feel like a great value. Most importantly, my parents really enjoyed it, and that's always a win. This spot continues to be one of my favorite places to come with hubby when we want something simple, comforting, and reliable without breaking the bank. Simple food, good portions, family-friendly vibes -- always a solid choice. Fast and friendly service as well. Happy eats!
Solid food for what it is. The wonton soup bowl was on the smaller side so not feeling the value for the price but the flavors and proteins hit the spot on a cold rainy day. The salted egg chicken wings have been on my must try for years now and finally got to try it and I really enjoyed the juicy chicken wing and subtle salted egg flavor. I would definitely recommend eating the bed of lettuce it comes with as it has so much flavor in it. I love their afternoon tea special as the meal includes a drink and we got their lemon tea which honestly tasted like Lipton tea steeped for a while, but hey it's included so not complaining. Service was good as there were two servers helping each other out and it wasn't busy when I went probably because of the rain. I must add there were a lot of to-go orders which is nice seeing a mom and pop shop getting good foot traffic. Has seating for at-least 20 people inside in various seating forms so come with a small group or come solo and give this place a try. I want to come back here to try their rice noodles and will leave that for a future review.
This is definitely a casual no frills spot to get something inexpensive to eat. The con? The Inside of the restaurant has a smell that's reminiscent of old newspaper? The smell is on the napkins too. They have a public restroom. There are interior and exterior seating options. I tried their steamed rice noodle roll, clay pot rice with chicken and dried mushroom and dried scallop and egg white fried rice. I recommend their rice noodle rolls. It's silky and the sweetened soy sauce is a nice touch. My 2nd favorite was the fried rice. It was seasoned well, fluffy and not too greasy. $16 and it's a huge serving and perfect for sharing. The clay pot rice was just ok to me. It's basically rice with sweetened soy sauce poured over. It did take a while for the food to come out, but they bring out everything at the same time. There is free parking at the plaza.
Grandma was craving beef chow fun and as I was searching for a spot, I found tame noodle house and completely forgot that I had bookmarked it. Parking: shared lot with cvs. I imagine it could get busy, the spots are compact and there's additional parking underground. There's a patio for outdoor seating but we opted to sit inside. There's employees were very attentive and prompt. Granted this establishment isn't huge but I didn't feel like I had to try extra hard to get someone's attention. The beef chow fun had a good "wok" fire taste (Idk how to translate this word from Cantonese to English haha) it basically mean that the heat on the wok they used was perfectly high! It was well seasoned and a good amount of meat. $15 I also ordered the crispy noodles with beef - this dish didn't have as much meat or veggies as I would've liked but holy cow the amount you get for $15 is crazy! The noodles were good and I've been having it for lunch haha. the hk coffee tea drink I got was ok, I've had better but it hit the spot still! I think my total came out to around ~$37? So not bad in this economy! Will be coming back to try their other dishes (:
Staying at the Sheraton in San Gabriel and after a few hours of shopping we thought we'd stop into Tam's for some soup, rice, and sweet & sour pork. Since it was a rainy day and we were feeling tired, we decided to take our order to go. No problem. We ordered, paid, and waiting about 15 minutes for our food. Everything we ordered was yummy. My sister enjoyed her won ton soup and appreciated that the broth was packaged separately from the other soup ingredients. The sweet and sour and the house fried rice were all so yummy. 4/5 stars because of the price. Thinking it could have been a little less expensive and also because they didn't have any plates or utensils for us. It ended up okay because we were able to get them at the hotel. We'd go back to Tam's again when in the area.
If you're missing the Tam's Noodle House in Rowland Heights... there's still a Tam's in San Gabriel behind the CVS. Ate here the other night and the food was better than I remembered (and I did like the Rowland Heights location more before it closed). And I believe the people (could be the family) that owns Tam's also owns the HK Macau Bistro. Check out my pics. read more
Located in a plaza right at the very end corner. Plenty of parking available They have a tent with outdoor seating since inside there's only a few tables. We came for breakfast and it was such a good deal. Esp the $12.99 breakfast choice of porridge and 2 sides. We got the porridge soup with chow mein and rice noodle rolls. Love the texture of the chow mien. It has a nice soft crispy to it and the rice rolls were made very soft and thin! We also got a French toast with peanut butter inside. read more
24 days ago
Came here for lunch with a friend today. There's a shared parking lot in the plaza where this restaurant is located but it was packed so I opted to find street parking that was not too far away. Good thing street parking is relatively easy to find. We ordered the following: 1) Steamed Rice Noodle Roll w/ Beef (4.75/5) - silky rice noodle with a generous amount of beef. 2) Boneless Chicken Congee (4.75/5) - nice consistency with a decent amount of tender chicken pieces. Not too salty (which I like!). 3) Claypot Rice w/ Chicken (4.75/5) - nice texture, taste and had a bit of green veggies (which is always a plus!). I still like fried foods but decided to NOT get anything fried (it's tough for me to resist but I did). Recommend this eatery and they have good food. Decent prices. Would return here in the future! read more
A household staple FOREVERRRR! Century egg and pork congee plus shrimp leek rice noodles is our order every time and it has never once let us down. The breakfast combos are aggressively carb heavy and that is the whole point. Go early for the pineapple buns with butter or go home sad, those are your two options. Crispy noodles with seafood, crispy squid, veggies, whatever else we've pointed at on the menu, it all slaps. We have never had a bad order here and frankly I don't think it's possible. Consistent, never fails, always a good time. Some places just have you and this is one of them. read more
1 month ago
Came here the other day to try something new. We tried a clay pot, udon, bean sprouts, filet mignon, and tofu and seafood dish. All in all, the food was decent and came out pretty fast. Compared to Bay island, it is pricier. The dishes we got were a bit more expensive. The service was pretty decent and the food came out quickly. This is not on my list of places to come back anytime soon though. read more
My go-to Hong Kong breakfast spot closed down but I'm so glad to have discovered Tam's! I think I actually like it just as much if not more than my previous spot which I never thought I'd say. Their breakfast combo is an incredible deal with choice of congee, drink, and two sides for 12.99! I'm traditional and always get the pork and century egg congee, which was solid here. Their iced milk tea was also strong and sweet - just as it should be. I really like the two sides though, the shrimp rice roll is actually bouncier/chewier than the typical cherng fun and I really liked it more! And the pineapple bun with a thick square of butter inside was perfecttt and so indulgent. I don't know how anyone could eat this much food, I definitely had to bring home leftovers! Can't wait to come back again. read more
This is a solid HK cafe spot that is popular with locals. I can't believe I haven't been here earlier! (It's probably because they close at 9 PM, and I tend to crave canto food late at night.) The prices are pretty fair/average. I didn't see any lunch specials when I was here for lunch. The chang fun (rice noodle roll) was good. I got the shrimp + leek one, but I think beef might have been the better choice. The seafood congee was also really good with plenty of seafood. Servers spoke Mandarin, Cantonese, and English. I would come back to try the claypot dishes. Credit card/Apple Pay accepted Bathroom available Parking lot/Free parking Covered outdoor seating in the front read more
I came by Tam's Noodle House in San Gabriel for the classic Hong Kong-style breakfast. We ordered their congee, ham & egg, shrimp rice noodle roll, and the pineapple bun with butter, and everything was on point. The congee was flavorful, exactly how it should be. The ham & egg was done just right, giving that nostalgic HK café vibe. The dry shrimp rice noodle was silky soft with dry shrimp inside and paired perfectly with the soy sauce. And the pineapple bun with butter? Warm, fluffy, slightly crispy on top, with that thick slice of butter melting inside... so good. If you're looking for a solid spot for a casual, comforting meal, this place definitely delivers. Will be back for sure! read more
There aren't too many Chinese restaurants around this area that still has outdoor seating, so I'm glad Tam's still does. We brought our doggo along to breakfast and sat outside. Food is still delicious and they have pretty large portions. Staff members were attentive and friendly. - Century Egg and Pork Congee with Dark Soy Sauce Chow Mein and Steamed Rice Noodle with House Sauce as the sides (yummy and tons of food) - Sampan Seafood Congee with Dark Soy Sauce Chow Mein and HK Style Pineapple Bun as sides (also yummy) - Pickled Mustard and Shredded Pork Vermicelli with HK Style Pineapple Bun (yummy and flavorful) Overall, this place has yummy food and friendly staff. Best perk is that there's an option for outdoor seating (yay for doggo!). Credit cards are accepted. read more
Our Go-To Spot for Some Early (and Slightly Expensive) Breakfast Fun! This has definitely become our go-to spot when hubby and I are craving a simple but satisfying breakfast -- and since my family came to visit, I had to take advantage and bring them here at 8:30 AM on a Saturday. Parking is actually pretty convenient. There are a good amount of spots available up front, and if it gets busy, you can always park downstairs, so no major stress there. Now let's talk about the real reason we come -- their traditional dine-in breakfast special from 8 AM to 11 AM for $12.99, which is honestly a pretty great deal. You get to choose your own congee (basically rice porridge) and two sides from options like chow mein, rice noodles, or pineapple bun. It's simple comfort food, done right. Since my family was visiting, I went all in and ordered four different congee to share: * Dried Scallop Congee * Sliced Fish with Lettuce Congee * Watercress with Pork Spareribs Congee * Century Egg with Pork Congee Out of the four, my top two favorites were definitely: Watercress with Pork Spareribs -- flavorful, comforting, and just hits the spot Century Egg with Pork -- classic, rich, and very satisfying Next would be the Sliced Fish with Lettuce, which was still good, just a bit lighter in flavor. And last place for me was the Dried Scallop Congee, which honestly tasted pretty plain -- like it was missing that extra oomph. Overall though, the congee had a really nice texture and comforting flavor. If you like to level it up, adding chili oil gives it that extra kick -- and of course my husband went straight for the classic combo of vinegar and a little soy sauce. For sides, I really enjoyed the simplicity of the chow mein, and the flat rice noodles were also tasty -- one with house sauce and the other with dried shrimp. Nothing fancy, just solid comfort food. I also ordered an extra set of pineapple buns -- 2 for $4.99 -- and they were warm, soft, and definitely worth it. You can also add coffee, hot tea, or iced tea for just $1, which makes the whole meal feel like a great value. Most importantly, my parents really enjoyed it, and that's always a win. This spot continues to be one of my favorite places to come with hubby when we want something simple, comforting, and reliable without breaking the bank. Simple food, good portions, family-friendly vibes -- always a solid choice. Fast and friendly service as well. Happy eats! read more
Four of us enjoy this meal quite a bit. The fried chicken wings were terrific and the udon noodles with beef were really good. The other dishes were all good. We drink iced milk, iced coffee, and lemon tea. Service was good. read more
Solid food for what it is. The wonton soup bowl was on the smaller side so not feeling the value for the price but the flavors and proteins hit the spot on a cold rainy day. The salted egg chicken wings have been on my must try for years now and finally got to try it and I really enjoyed the juicy chicken wing and subtle salted egg flavor. I would definitely recommend eating the bed of lettuce it comes with as it has so much flavor in it. I love their afternoon tea special as the meal includes a drink and we got their lemon tea which honestly tasted like Lipton tea steeped for a while, but hey it's included so not complaining. Service was good as there were two servers helping each other out and it wasn't busy when I went probably because of the rain. I must add there were a lot of to-go orders which is nice seeing a mom and pop shop getting good foot traffic. Has seating for at-least 20 people inside in various seating forms so come with a small group or come solo and give this place a try. I want to come back here to try their rice noodles and will leave that for a future review. read more
This is definitely a casual no frills spot to get something inexpensive to eat. The con? The Inside of the restaurant has a smell that's reminiscent of old newspaper? The smell is on the napkins too. They have a public restroom. There are interior and exterior seating options. I tried their steamed rice noodle roll, clay pot rice with chicken and dried mushroom and dried scallop and egg white fried rice. I recommend their rice noodle rolls. It's silky and the sweetened soy sauce is a nice touch. My 2nd favorite was the fried rice. It was seasoned well, fluffy and not too greasy. $16 and it's a huge serving and perfect for sharing. The clay pot rice was just ok to me. It's basically rice with sweetened soy sauce poured over. It did take a while for the food to come out, but they bring out everything at the same time. There is free parking at the plaza. read more
Grandma was craving beef chow fun and as I was searching for a spot, I found tame noodle house and completely forgot that I had bookmarked it. Parking: shared lot with cvs. I imagine it could get busy, the spots are compact and there's additional parking underground. There's a patio for outdoor seating but we opted to sit inside. There's employees were very attentive and prompt. Granted this establishment isn't huge but I didn't feel like I had to try extra hard to get someone's attention. The beef chow fun had a good "wok" fire taste (Idk how to translate this word from Cantonese to English haha) it basically mean that the heat on the wok they used was perfectly high! It was well seasoned and a good amount of meat. $15 I also ordered the crispy noodles with beef - this dish didn't have as much meat or veggies as I would've liked but holy cow the amount you get for $15 is crazy! The noodles were good and I've been having it for lunch haha. the hk coffee tea drink I got was ok, I've had better but it hit the spot still! I think my total came out to around ~$37? So not bad in this economy! Will be coming back to try their other dishes (: read more
5 months ago
Staying at the Sheraton in San Gabriel and after a few hours of shopping we thought we'd stop into Tam's for some soup, rice, and sweet & sour pork. Since it was a rainy day and we were feeling tired, we decided to take our order to go. No problem. We ordered, paid, and waiting about 15 minutes for our food. Everything we ordered was yummy. My sister enjoyed her won ton soup and appreciated that the broth was packaged separately from the other soup ingredients. The sweet and sour and the house fried rice were all so yummy. 4/5 stars because of the price. Thinking it could have been a little less expensive and also because they didn't have any plates or utensils for us. It ended up okay because we were able to get them at the hotel. We'd go back to Tam's again when in the area. read more
5 months ago
One of those OG looking spots in the SGV that DOESN'T miss! Get the Shrimp and BBQ Pork Rice roll to start off. The Shrimp is tender and plump. The rice sheet is so tender. The sauce that perfect mix of umami with a touch of sesame and sweetness. Not pictured: - Crispy Noodle with Pork - Honey Walnut Shrimp I'm making it a personal mission to try every Rice Roll dish they got. Two down, many more to go. read more
Wonton noodles? Perfection! Beef rice noodles? Perfection as well! Porridge? Better than most in SGV. They really have a well rounded menu of great tasting food. Is pretty close to Hong Kong in Term of taste. Service is pretty good but I'm guessing you might not get as good service if you don't speak Cantonese but I could be wrong. Overall great price for great tasting food! What's not to love? read more
Great spot for a Hong Kong-style breakfast. The food comes out super fast, and the combo meals are a great deal--porridge, two sides, and a drink. The BBQ pork rice rolls aren't included in the combo, but highly recommend. Super soft and chewy topped with bbq pork pieces. The pineapple bun with butter is a classic--crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside and buttery. The beef brisket rice noodle rolls with a side of scallop congee is also a great value. The beef is tender and the sauce is flavorful. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. There's sometimes a short wait, but it goes by quickly because the kitchen is constantly cranking out food. read more
Being in SGV area, I really wanted some fresh rice noodle rolls. I noticed how their menu offered HK breakfast specials, so Tam's seemed like one of those good old school cafes worth checking out. Came at 12:30 on a Sunday and luckily there was no wait but there was definitely several parties consistently waiting afterwards. Ordered the classic HK coffee milk tea, steamed rice noodle with Chinese leek & shrimp, as well as the steamed rice noodle with egg. Service was attentive and everything came out quickly. The noodles were silky and warm. Chinese leek gave the noodle a sweet and fragrant smell. Coffee milk tea was smooth and slightly tart which is what I was hoping for. I like that you can adjust sweetness to your liking with the sugar provided on the table...definitely how it's done in HK. Ended the meal with Kaya French toast which was light, fluffy and sandwiched with Kaya spread. They have both indoor and small outdoor seating under a tent. Ideal place for small parties. Dishes are very affordable and I noticed their French toasts are slightly cheaper than other HK cafes nearby. This meal could have been even cheaper if I came within the breakfast special !! (8-11am daily) but maybe next time! Note that transaction must be at least $20 to use credit card read more
Food 5/5: Beef chow fun was so delicious and cooked wonderfully. Beef was tender and season well. The chicken was so flavorful as well. The rice paper shrimp was slightly sweet and definitely worth trying! Everything was so good, can't wait to come back to try the other items. Service 4/5: friendly service, pretty quick. Decent seating. Ambiance 3/5: Overall ok vibes, parking can be a pain sometimes but overall Restaurant decor and layout was ok. read more
7 months ago
I'm so sad. They 86'd on the Pineapple Bun at 1130am! I guess I'm going to have to come back another time. I ended up ordering the Pumpkin with Salted Egg and that was fantastic. I highly recommend it. It'll work as a Thanksgiving Day appetizer, so, I'll be coming back in a few days. I highly recommend the Braised Egg Tofu as well. The tofu is wonderfully silky and flavorful. I expected the service to be what is was -- no surprises there. I love that the food comes out quickly. read more
I make an effort to go to Tam's Noodle House for breakfast at least once when I'm in SGV. I love getting the combination which consist of a large bowl of jook (congee), 2 sides, and a drink. The rice noodle rolls with mixed sauce and soy sauce chow mein are my 2 favorite sides. The pineapple bun with butter is also good too and I will ask a family member to get that in their set so I can have a few bites. Their staff are very efficient and the food comes out quick. The prices are reasonable and the portions are big. The combination can be shared with 2 people because there's so much food. They are located in a complex with CVS and a few other eateries. It's best to come before 8:30AM so you can get seated right away. I've come after 10AM and parking can get tricky and the wait time for a table is probably 20 minutes. The restaurant will get loud as more people come in and they can accommodate up to 6 people by moving the tables together. There is covered seating outside but it gets cold so I prefer a table inside. read more
We got seated at the outdoor patio since we had our dog and he was in a stroller. Staff was nice and helped us get seated. He was really observant of what customers needed and he even took a short lunch because they got busy. The other staff were nice too but this waiter just seemed on top of it. The soy sauce chow mein was so good. I loved the noodle texture and soy sauce flavor. And they had a portion was huge! The sweet and sour pork came with rice which was great. I like how crispy it was too. The lamb claypot was good too. We got a peanut butter rice roll. My sister really liked it. Great food and vibes, especially if you speak Cantonese. The staff are so funny lol read more
I love the fun, old-school Hong Kong cafe vibes here with vibrant colors, mahjong decor, and a lively atmosphere. Even the plates and cups are really on theme, which adds to the experience. Service is quick and efficient; they don't do much small talk, but that's typical for Hong Kong-style cafes. The milk tea is fantastic, and the pineapple buns are a must, soft, fluffy, and so satisfying. Food comes out fast, and everything I've tried so far has been delicious, so you really can't go wrong. Parking is easy with plenty of spots in the plaza. This has definitely become my go-to place for Hong Kong food. read more
Th weather is cold and is time for the lamb hot pot. I ordered the lamb hot pot from Tam's and it was delicious. I requested additional dipping sauce and it was promptly provided. Tams didn't skip on the meat and the hot pot provided a generous amount of lamb meat. The soup that come with the hot pot was delicious and it went great with rice. The price was reasonable and will come back. read more
7 months ago
Best Cantonese food!! Our table ordered so fast and food arrived even faster! Our group went through the food fastest, so much so that my phone didn't stand a chance to eat. Here's the dishes we remember ordering: * House Special Stir fry vegetable (#43) * Braised Chicken w/ Scallion Oil (#20) * Steamed Rice Noodle w/ Yellow Chinese Leek and Shrimp (#157) * Deep Fried Tofu w/ Salt & Pepper (#10) * Dried Scallop & Egg White Fried Rice (#75) * Lemon Tea (#19) * Wonton with Soup (#115) Everything we ordered was amazing! Not too oily, perfectly done dishes! People from our group who are visiting from Hong Kong even said the food here was authentic just like in Hong Kong but with better service. The restaurant is clean and cozy and either moderately chatty or crazy busy in terms of sound depending on if you're here for lunch/dinner or breakfast respectively. read more
10 months ago
This used to be one of my favorite Chinese breakfast spots a few years ago when they first opened but unfortunately, it no longer is because the quality and service has declined by a lot! They're open daily 8am-9pm and breakfast specials are daily 8am-11am Parking can be difficult since their parking lot is pretty small and it's shared with many other businesses Service was not friendly, attentive, or welcoming Inside was pretty small but they have indoor and outdoor seating Got the Breakfast Combination and it was $12.99 - It came with complimentary beverage (choice of: coffee, milk tea, lemon or Chinese tea - extra $1 for cold drinks!) - There was an option of 10 different kinds of congees - Plus, it came with 2 sides (choice of: chow mein, steamed rice noodles, rice noodles with shrimp, and HK Style Pineapple Bun) Got the Century Egg & Pork Congee and boy was it disappointing! The pork was pink and tasted chewy so it was clearly undercooked! I let the server know and not only was she not apologetic but she was super annoyed with me. She argued with me and told me that's how their meat is. Then she went to the kitchen and after 10 minutes, she brought out a new bowl. She told me she cooked the pork for 10 minutes and it was still pinkish. I looked closely and noticed it was still slightly pink but not as bright pink so the first bowl was clearly undercooked. This was 4/10 The Rice Noodles with Shrimp was so disappointing. The dried shrimp was super salty and the rice noodles didn't seem fresh. This was 5/10 The Soy Sauce Chow Mein was just ok and nothing special. It was pretty bland and would have been better if it had more flavor and ingredients. This was 5/10 The Pineapple Bun was not too good. The Pineapple topping was not crispy and seemed too dry. The bun didn't taste fresh and it was one of the worst pineapple buns I've had unfortunately. This was 5/10 The milk tea was ok and nothing special. It had a subtle tea flavor and wasn't that good. This was 5/10 Definitely won't recommend or return read more
I took Togo from this restaurant for dinner on a Monday night. It's pretty quiet in the restaurant. There were two waitresses and they were friendly. I ordered seafood chow mein, wonton noodles, kayak toast, salt and pepper chicken wings and shrimp/chives rice noodles. The total came down to around $55. It's such good price and the taste were good! The chicken wings were crispy. The portion of chow mein was huge! James was surprised with how much chow mein there was. I forgot to get spicy sauce but James said the taste was still good. I enjoyed the shrimp rice noodles. The kayak toast was not as good as I remember. Maybe it's because I took it Togo. Maybe it's because I was full. My kids finished the wonton noodles and the wings. We are pretty happy about this Togo order. read more
I came back and decided to bring my friends here to try their lunch menu. My friends had a good experience overall. We were a group of five sat at a long table. The servers were very nice and polite. They quickly took our order and reconfirmed. We were able to take our time eat food and hang out. The lunch menu is definitely much better and much more expansive. I recommend people coming here for brunch, lunch or dinner, but not really for early morning unless you are looking to order very specific items from the small morning menu. Of course, the morning menu is discounted prices, and I see locals coming in the morning for their bolo bao. Even though it was late afternoon, by the time my group was finished, I was able to order bolo bao bread to take home and they tasted really good. read more
We came back here during lunch and they were bustling busy as usual. There was a short wait but we were seated pretty quickly. They took our orders fast and the food was out fast too. Ambiance was busy with Chinese music playing in the background. We got the beef chow fun and steamed rice roll with egg plus hot milk teas. Portion of the chow fun was big that the two of us couldn't finish. There are free refills for the milk tea. We would come back again for sure. read more
I had to use GPS to navigate to the doorstep because I didn't realize Tam's Noodle House actually has a storefront labeled "HK Macau Bistro". When the is confusing, it's usually already a good sign. I stumbled across this place when looking for an HK food breakfast spot that opens early. I got there a little before opening and noticed a few other people waiting in their cars for opening. Another good sign! The space is large and comfortable, whimsically decorated in HK nostalgic paraphernalia like the skyline in neon lights, the rows of pineapple buns on display at the entrance like a work on modern art, and actual mahjong sets under the glass tabletops. The branded serving ware are fun and colorful. The menu is extensive, even for breakfast. There are several options for Chinese style and western style combos, but I just wish they had more a la carte options so that I could mix and match. I got: * Dried scallop congee: excellent flavor, very fluffy. The older folks sitting around me even commented how well the congee was cooked, which is when you know it's good. There were scant pieces of dried scallop, but I don't expect tons of ingredients. The bowl was huge and could have been a lunch in itself! * Pineapple bun sando: this was a whole burger!!! The pineapple bun itself was ginormous, and it was generously stuffed with a pan-fried pork chop, fried egg, tomatoes, lettuce, and sauce. I didn't know what to expect, but it came together surprisingly well. The bun was perfect, light and fluffy, topped with a satisfying crispy crust. *HK milk tea: amazing tea flavor, tastes like home. Not too sweet, and they poured me a refill. Bonus points for the classic black and white milk tea cup. Staff were friendly, attentive, and efficient. I appreciate their hard work to maintain the long hours from 8am to 2am daily. Note they have a minimum if you pay by credit card. Probably one of the most authentic HK cafes I've been to. I'll definitely be back when I'm in the area! read more
Located soundly in a corner of a limited parking shopping plaza, Tam's Noodle House is unpretentious with a line running down the side of its entrance and spilling in front of other businesses. In other words, this place is in high demand for their food. The food has to be great because the ambience is unassuming. The space is just a dining area on the inside with a large tented space right outside filling up the entrance to the restaurant. On a hot California afternoon it could be quite a heated eating area. But if people are not only willing to tolerate a tented extended space but WAIT for it then there must be something great about the food, right? Luckily, the line moves pretty quickly. Well, the food is good to great. The steamed noodles with your choice of protein with come lying in their sweet yet savory black sauce. From large pieces of shrimp to savory chunks of beef the protein you decide for it is really just accents to a steamed noodles that dances playfully on the palate and is consistent throughout. Their French toast was fantastic with a thin but adequate layer of peanut butter on the inside and a crunchy fried exterior. A slab of butter slowly melts on top and runs a river of its liquid gold down the surface, mixing for a rich flavor if melded with the side of maple syrup. This dessert is sweet but not too sweet, the best compliment to give for an Asian sweet palate. The salt & pepper chicken wings come out blistering hot and with a crunch you can hear all around you with each bite. Mixed with the fried minced garlic and minced green onions each bite pops with intense flavor. My biggest downside is I wish I had a bigger appetite to try their other items like their soup dumplings and French style beef medallions. With an extensive list of food this is one of those places where coming back again and again could lead to different outcomes. Perhaps not always solid but novel nonetheless. So if you're looking for something that is familiar yet can give you opportunities to try something new, Tam's Noodle House is a safe bet. read more
if you're looking for incredible flavor and portions for incredible prices, definitely drop by tam's noodle house for their afternoon tea special (2 pm - 5 pm)!!! our party of two visited the restaurant around 4 pm and ordered three dishes that kept us so full that we didn't have to eat anything else for the remainder of the day! 01. pan fried udon beef w/ black pepper ($12.99) 02. beef belly w/ noodle ($11.99) 03. french toast w/ kaya jam ($5.99) we always order pan fried udon beef whenever it's featured on a HK cafe menu, and i love how tam's prepares it. the chef(s) here really capture the taste of my childhood perfectly!!! both noodle dishes contained generous helping of beef, but vegetables were on the sparse side. we ordered milk tea alongside our meal, which could be refilled for free for the duration of our meal. if you're sensitive to caffeine, be warned their tea base is EXCEPTIONALLY strong. service is quick and efficient. occupancy inside is capped at 40 but there is enough outdoor seating for another 20. parking is shared with other businesses in the plaza. read more
14 days ago
You can't have a bad day if you start your morning at Tam's Noodle House! Breakfast specials end at 11:00am - choice of entree + side(s). Boneless Chicken Congee ($12.99): Congee combo specials come with two side choices and a hot beverage which we opted for the soy sauce chow mein, HK pineapple bun, and hot HK milk tea. The sides are by far my favorite thing about visiting HK cafe's for breakfast. Love the simplicity of the chow mein noodles and the pineapple bun with a slab of butter inside? YES. My only regret is not ordering more. Rice with Minced Meat & Fried Egg ($12.99): Saw this in multiple photos so I had to try it out myself. The minced pork was a tad dry but the flavor was good. Beef Chow Fun ($13.50): A staple dish with thick pan fried noodles, sliced beef, beansprouts, and scallions. Must get and so delicious with a little bit of chili oil. Portions are superb for the price and well worth paying a visit. It does get crowded on the weekends for breakfast but customers filter in & out fairly quick. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Parking can be a hit or miss - underground parking available with a tiny narrow stairway which smelled absolutely awful so walk quick! read more
29 days ago
Small restaurant with outdoor seating. Does get busy on weekends and peak times. Solid rice noodle rolls here. Soft, sticky, and good texture. Soy sauce and toppings were perfect with it. The seafood chow mein was crispy on the outer edges and soft in the middle. Comes with lots of fish and shrimp. The dried scallop and egg fried rice came in a big portion size. Lots of dried scallops sprinkled all over. The salted egg yolk wings were amazing if you love salted egg flavor. Generous amount of salted egg coated in the hot (temp) and very crispy wings. Free refills on the lemon iced tea. Nice staff and offered the tea Togo. The food here is cooked well. The noodle and fried rice were on the not too salty side but the chili oil crisp tastes great with their food. Would come back again for the salted egg yolk wings. read more
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How busy does it get on Fridays during dinner time (6-8pm)?
not that busy. Normally less than 10 minutes wait
Is the happy hour menu available 7 days a week? Thanks.
Afternoon tea 3-5:30pm on weekdays. Some of popular dishes on lower prices. Check their website
Is the beef curry good and what about salt pepper pork chop?Thanks
I ordered the beef curry and it was really dry/starchy. Not the typical gravy style one would be accustomed to. I don't think I'd order it again. Their beef chow fun was really good on a side note.
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