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    The Derby

    4.4 (2.8k reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    THE DERBY ATMOSPHERE

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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Prime Slow Roasted Prime-Prime Rib of Beef,
    Myles P.

    So I was looking for a good place for prime rib and steak around the LA area and this came about that wasn't too far and too expensive. The Derby was far more than I thought expected for dinner since I was celebrating my mother's birthday. The service was great, the food was outstanding and the place had a nice ambiance with the jockey aesthetic and warm feel. I had their three course meal and I was very satisfied from the Garlic cheese toast to the desert. I started off with a Caesar salad that was fresh and light to start the meal then when it was off to the main course. I had the Bacon wrapped Filet mignon and it was delicious. The Marsala mushrooms along with the crab cakes were great as well. For dessert I had the Banana pudding and it was amazing. It was sweet, warm and light. Over all I was very pleased with my first meal experience here. I will come back again.

    Golden Fried Calamari
    April V.

    Came 2 weeks ago on a Saturday with a reservation & we had an amazing dinner experience. Celebrating my birthday & left satisfied & full! We also got the dineLA option 4.5 stars - The prime rib was amazing, very tender & love that there's no blood but was moist. Mash potatoes are good, very garlicy & a little grainy 4 stars - The onion soup was good if you like a strong potent onion flavor! Very brothy & cheesy 4.2 stars - stars Discovered the soup de jour, tomato soup & it was delicious. I like it a little more than the onion soup 4.2 stars - Fried calamari was great, it was crunchy & didn't have a chewy texture. Fried but had a light weight to it 4.5 stars - loved the table side birthday dessert, forgot what it's called. It was a great way to end the dinner

    appetizers menu - STARTING GATE! Get it?
    David A.

    I feel like anytime this much money is spent on one meal, it'd better be at least 4 stars. The Derby has been in Arcadia for over 100 years, so I figured I'd give it a try at least once in my lifetime! It's a dark and dim space- must be a lighting trick. The seats and table settings were clean. Prime Steak Tartare $25 - shallots, dijon, worcestershire sauce, chives, capers, lemon and with focaccia bread. George Woolf's Prime Rib is $58 for 12 oz. ($75 for 16 oz.) and is what you expect, a slow roasted prime rib of beef with au jus and creamed horseradish. I had the Atlantic Salmon $40 - served with beurre blanc sauce, capers, and lemon. This dish is under a sub-menu titled, "Seabiscuit's favorites" - get it!? A menu with a sense of humor. Lamentably, my guest and I have both enjoyed cuts of prime rib, salmon, baked potatoes and garlic cheese bread that have tasted outstanding at other steak houses. Even Clearman's North Woods Inn felt like a better experience and more food for the value. Mandatory valet parking, so be prepared and bring a cash tip.

    Bacon Wrapped Dates
    Jeffry C.

    Love love love this place . So much history ..... Let's start off with the vibe of the place was incredible ... it's a blast in the past but with a modern twist. The staff was great and so was Davey , A+ service , super hospitable and always attentive and making sure we were doing good. The food was great. The apps and the entrees were sooo good , honestly nothing bad to say about the place. All the drinks we ordered were amazing ... just a little though The manhattans and old fashions can be better presented ... Besides that everything was amazing

    Menu 2/14/26
    Annie T.

    I've driven by The Derby countless times and finally decided to give it a try on Valentine's Day for brunch/lunch. The service was great, you're give a cheesy garlic bread to start - pretty tasty. Since we made it for their brunch menu, we decided to give it a try and ordered: Crab cake Benedict 7/10 Steak and eggs 7/10 Fried calamari 6/10 Overall the food was good but didn't sweep me off my feet. The food did take awhile to arrive after hr appetizer was given. I am still interested to return and try their dinner menu.

    Karen F.

    Went for late lunch the last day of Dine LA and the place was packed! The ambiance was def cool, but food service was a bit slow. Do not come here if you're hangry or if you're looking to pop in and pop out quickly. That said, we were there to enjoy a leisurely lunch and that's what we got. The dine LA menu was a little bit of something for everyone and I enjoyed the fancier cobb salad. Dine LA also included a starter and I opted for the soup of the day, which was New England clam chowder; creamy but not overly cream tasting with plenty of clams. Someone else in the party ordered the Brussels sprouts and they were delightful, as was the very cheesy French onion soup. We also decided to order a baked Alaska, because why not? It was good, but I was hoping for the kind with cake. This was just vanilla ice cream and meringue. That said, the group enjoyed it. Drinks were great and the service was very friendly. Ooh, and the bread is soooooo good.

    Lilian T.

    Great ambience to come with friends, family, or on a date. During Christmas they decorate the place to be really homey and festive. One of my favorite things about the restaurant is the complimentary cheese bread they provide food is comparable to other places but overall pretty good spot to come try. Corkage fee is $20 if you choose to bring your own wine. There's also complimentary valet!

    The Mike Smith
    Kurt T.

    Service here is always great, and I have tried so many things at this point that I can confidently say everything has been excellent. The interior has that classic steakhouse feel with the red seating, which I really like. My favorite place to sit is the George Woolf room, especially the booth by the bar. I have had a bunch of appetizers, and the standouts I always recommend are the French onion soup, bone marrow, and beef tartare. The drinks are amazing no matter what you order. I have tried various steaks, including the Mike Smith and the ribeye, and they are both very good, but I always come back to the prime rib. It is my favorite every time. The creamed corn and any of their potato sides complement the steak perfectly. Of course, you have to order some wine as well. I have tried all the desserts and honestly cannot choose a favorite. I always end the night with the Derby cappuccino. As much as I try, they never tell me what is in it since the recipe is a secret. It is the perfect way to finish a meal and a big reason I keep coming back.

    Warm Whiskey Bread Pudding
    Nikki M.

    We had reservations during the most busiest time of year .....Christmas Eve .... Our reservation was at 8:15 upon arrival it seemed that the restaurant had overbooked .... However that wasn't the case , though they were packed , the organized and accommodating staff did an amazing job situating all the reservations. It truly felt like a popular place to dine and we were really excited! The restaurant will eventually go through renovation which will essentially house more room and dinners but I'm glad we got to see the vintage classical themes before that takes place. The Christmas menu dinner was amazing ! Food on one side drinks in the other .... Not too overwhelming and not too underwhelming. The prices were decent and note on the menu they also celebrate New Years at The Derby.... Reservations highly recommended. We sat out in the patio area on a rainy cold night but its heated and very nicely decorated felt like a banquet hall but no matter we were there for the food ! The food was amazing , loved all the dishes ordered .... flavors , spices were right on . Highly recommended the side dish of mushrooms with bourbon and the crème of corn to complement your meal. The desserts were very decadent and delicious. Great ambiance and great food !

    Drinks
    Mariana G.

    A nice steak dinner is a great way to start the year, so after a bit of Yelp research, I landed on The Derby! This is a beautiful restaurant, with red leather seats catching my eye immediately. Through the dim lighting, the leftover Christmas decorations were a comforting detail. The drinks were delicious and strong (well, some of them). The Zenyatta and Man O' War were great! However, the Iceman was incredibly difficult to drink. I had to leave half of it behind lol! The filet mignon and sides that followed satisfied my steak craving, although I didn't think the filet mignon was the best I've had. I wish it had been a bit warmer on arrival. Ironic, considering it was flamed in front of me for a few seconds. The server was very kind. I didn't feel rushed, and he had a very welcoming attitude.

    Sign out front
    TJ Q.

    Well well well. It's not everyday you get to visit a 103 institution! We just got finished helping put roses on the floats and we're looking for a great spot. Little did we know it was opening day at the racetrack so the place was packed. If you're looking for an authentic steakhouse this is your spot. We ordered the Chateaubriand for 2 which was soooooo good. It was also a great experience to see it flambee table side. Really can't explain to you how tender and delicious the center cut filet was. Such a good meal to split. We got the the garlic green beans and the potato's Romanoff (which were delicious twice bake potato's. Daughter ended up getting the crab cakes and the 3 cheese Mac and cheese. Both were on point. My son got the burger which looked amazing. Don't forget to grab the Iceman martini named after one of the founders and my wife absolutely loved the Zenyatta (cosmo) Overall this was a great spot with an amazing meal. Only downside is the outside heaters were producing a high pitched sound which made it difficult to enjoy the meal once they turned them back on.

    NY Prime Steak (Half of 16 oz)
    Mody M.

    No question on ambiance, definitely classy. Lovely romantic setting and nostalgia of golden years. Also super on service. You could ask anyone a question or help, great teamwork. Now, for the expense I pay for, I expect excellence or close to it. I'm forgiving. I prefer my stacks or rack of lamb scorched under coal or wood fired but rare to medium rare. It felt like the were oven fired or pan grilled. Taste is great for the NY and good for the lamb rack. I'm a light eater, so I barely ate a third of my meal.

    Warm Whiskey Bread Pudding
    Laura L.

    This spot has been here for years, and my family and I finally got around to trying it. I gotta say, there's a reason why they're still around. Food was delicious! All the various meat cuts I tried from my family's plates were delicious. I'd go for George Woolf's Prime Rib 12 oz - it was melt in your mouth good and well seasoned. As for the sides, the creamed spinach was just okay - maybe will try one of the potatoes next time. For dessert, I got the bread pudding as recommended by the waiter. It was good, but I liked the crème brûlée more! Definitely recommend making reservations as the place gets packed. And if you go around December, they have cute Christmas lights up! Perfect for a date night. Great service! The waiters were very attentive to our table even as we were tucked away in the back. They also checked in on us the perfect amount of times to make sure we were good. Complimentary parking on site.

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    Ask the Community - The Derby

    Do you need a reservation?

    Reservations are always recommended but not required. We do have open seating in our bar and lounge only. Please visit our website or call 626-447-2430 to make your reservation.

    Are there any gluten free options on the menu? I don't eat beef or pork but I do eat chicken. Thanks

    They do have seafood that's likely gluten free. They made the rosemary chicken without bread crumbs for me once, but denied my request another time. Guess it depends on who the chef is the night you're there.

    Will you open 12/24/2025?

    It might differ on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day okay

    Are thy done with the renovations?

    They have not even started.

    Do they still have the baked alaska?

    yes!! it's on the house for birthdays

    What's the dress code? Or what is the attire?

    Business casual. Just bring a Sport or casual jaques. The atmosphere of this place invites you to do so.

    Does The Derby work with any food delivery platform? And/Or do they offer take out menus?

    They did during Covid, but no longer appear to do so.

    Do you still offer DineLA? I thought it ended on July 26. But I still see the menu on your website.

    They have a 3 course prix fixe dinner for $65 which is outstanding. Served Tuesday through Sunday staring at 4PM. An excellent deal.

    Do they accept Apple Pay?

    Yes they do accept Apple Pay

    Happy hour times? Any food specials then too?

    Happy hour is 3-6pm on Thursday and Friday, 4-6pm all other days. We are closed on Mondays. Happy hour food and drinks specials are available in our bar, lounge and patios only.

    What's the dress code?

    Nice casual. Shorts and baseball caps would be out of place but jeans and t-shirt ok.

    Is prime rib on the lunch menu, or is it just served during dinner?

    Since they open at 4 on weekends yes you can get the Prime rib but as fall as know it's available all the time . Great delicious food here . So no matter what you order you'll definitely be satisfied and please with their delicious fd and service

    Is the 3 course meal available year round?

    Tes! But not on Thanksgiving or Christmas

    Does this restaurant ask for vaccine proof?

    No, we are not currently required to ask for vaccine documentation.

    When do they usually have the prime rib for that 3 course?

    It's during DineLa Restaurant week, which is going on now until Oct 15th.

    Do they still have the $55 per person menu?

    Yes.

    Is there a Corkage fee? And how much?

    I believe it was $20 when we were there on 4-17-21.

    Do you do take out Thanksgiving family dinners tomorrow?

    Our first time here. Can't wait to check them out.

    Hi there I was just curious is there spacing between table ? Like one table will be empty and so forth?

    Last time we were there (a couple weeks ago), they only had patio dining and the tables were spaced apart, but no empties in between. The patio is covered.

    What's the corkage fee?

    $20 per 750mL bottle

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    Boston Lobster - fried noodle with seafood

    Boston Lobster

    4.3(1.9k reviews)
    4.7 mi
    $$

    Came here and ordered the House Lobster with Garlic Noodles. The lobster was fresh and flavorful,…read moreand the garlic noodles were delicious. The portion was generous and everything came out hot. Great food, good service, and definitely a dish I would order again. Looking forward to coming back.

    Yesterday(5/30/2026), I went to Boston Lobster for lunch with one of my best friends. Whenever…read morewe're in this area, we usually get a massage first and then come here for lunch. This time, we ordered the Shrimp with Cashew Nuts and the Beef with Chinese Broccoli. The Shrimp with Cashew Nuts was absolutely delicious, but unfortunately, the Beef with Chinese Broccoli was extremely salty. After just one bite, I honestly couldn't eat any more of it. I have always liked this restaurant and have been coming here frequently over the years. I've enjoyed their lobster several times with my family, and almost every dish I've tried here has been delicious. That's why I was especially disappointed with the Beef with Chinese Broccoli this time, as it was far too salty. Despite that, I still think this is a great place for lunch. Their lunch specials are reasonably priced, the service is always good, and the portions of rice are very generous. One thing I especially appreciate is the complimentary orange slices they serve to every customer after the meal. The oranges are always fresh and sweet, making a nice ending to lunch. One other thing I noticed during this visit was that the restroom now has a new premium hand soap. I don't remember seeing it before, and it was a nice little upgrade that added a touch of luxury hand soap to the overall experience. Overall, I still enjoy coming here and will definitely be back. Hopefully, the kitchen can be a little more careful with the seasoning next time .

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    Dining area with pretty cherry blossoms tree painted on wall...

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    Clam with basil

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    The Dive Oyster Bar - New Pan Roasta

    The Dive Oyster Bar

    4.3(1.6k reviews)
    3.8 mi
    $$
    Full bar
    Happy hour specials

    Have been coming here for years and that I've personally tried, most thoughtful version of Cajun…read morefood I've had outside of Nola! Have been to several across LA and several have closed down which goes to show you the fact that this place can survive how good their food is. - Shrimp Pan roast (best flavor of pan roast sauce outside of Nola I've had, wish they were a little more generous with the toppings, only had 4 Shrimp) 4/5 - Roasta (think pan roast but with pasta, generous portion and toppings) 5/5 - Cheesy Shrimp & grits (if you're a mac and cheese kind of person, you can't miss out on this) 5/5 - happy hour oysters ( I know these are meant to be not the best quality since it's happy hour but these oysters were so microscopic) 3/5 Ordering in is obviously good but doing delivery service is just as good

    Best 100.00 spend on a solo lunch. 2 x cocktails (Lychee…read moreDreams + Sirens Song) Souris River 1/2 dozen Raw Oysters Truffle Parmesan Garlic Fries House Pan Roast (Assorted Seafood in Creme Cajun Sauce) Bam! Best $100.00 lunch I've had in a while. Worth every bite! Oysters fresh. Lightly sweet, paired well with cocktail and chimichurri sauce. Both cocktails were light on the palate with enough of a hit, not too sugary. Paired well with Oysters. The House Pan Roast. Without question I'd recommend to anyone who's visiting here the first time. I was originally going to settle for some market price lobster pasta but decided since everyone posted the House Pan Roast Steam the most might as well. Great choice regardless. Bartender Manager very professional. You feel taken care of. Ambiance without question excellent dine in atmosphere, very modern decor. So I just came back from a dispatch to Lansing Michigan and ate at one of their Seafood Boils...does not compare to this establishment in Temple City Los Angeles!!!

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    Freshly Shucked Oysters.

    The Dive Oyster Bar
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    Shrimp House - Patty Melt & fries

    Shrimp House

    4.0(600 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    This is the best place for seafood. The food is like wharf food. I love it. The jumbo shrimp is…read morereally jumbo. The large is large!! They have a yummy clam chowder both red and white. My husband loves their scallops I love their shrimp fried or grilled. Did I mention they have the best customer service and the place is always very clean. I will return again and again.

    This place reminds me of an old school fish and chips restaurant!…read more We decided to come here after passing by hundreds of times on our way home from somewhere. We came here around 5:30PM and the traffic to get to Shrimp House was pretty bad. Found out that you can enter from Myrtle and from Live Oak. We were on Myrtle and went onto Live Oak thinking that was the only entrance.. that was a mistake due to the backed up traffic during the time. When we got there, we were seated at a table. It was pretty crowded, full of older people. The guests were friendly and seemed to be regulars of the place. When the waitress came to us, she took our order. We ordered: Popcorn Shrimp - Loved this sooo much! Reminds me of Sizzler. Popcorn shrimp was hot, fresh, and had a crispy batter! The actual popcorn bedding added to the theme :) 9/10 Ceviche - We got the Mexican style and it was good. Not as good at Kickin Shrimp, but it was a good appetizer to start with. 7/10 Clam Chowder - This clam chowder reminds me of Sizzler's clam chowder. It was creamy and thick, and had a few bits of clams. 7/10 Grilled Seafood Sampler - The fish was nice and flaky. Very flavorful with the seasoning that they used. The shrimp was nicely grilled. We were not a fan of the bell pepper that was on the skewer that bled into the shrimp itself. The flavor was a bit intrusive considering shrimp already has a light flavor. Finally the scallops were a pass. Just grilled, nothing amazing. 7/10 overall Shrimp Scampi Linguine - Not sure what the hype was about, but this was the most forgetful dish I had here. The linguini was a bit soft/overcooked, the fettuccini sauce was thick and not too cheesy, but more creamy, if that makes sense, and the shrimp was just shrimp (possibly the grilled shrimp) and was just drowned in the fettuccini sauce and lost any natural flavors it would've had. 3/10 Chocolate Lava Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream: Out of the disappointing Shrimp Scampi Linguini, the Lava cake made up for it. We do not usually get dessert, but we were sure glad we got this. Similar to the pazooki from BJ's, but a hot choco cake instead. I can do without the whipped cream though, since I don't like it too much. 8/10 Overall, this place is a small, quaint place for seafood. The appeal is the hometown feel, friendly service, all while providing good, affordable seafood.

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    Interior, seen from the front entrance.

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    Golden fried shrimp with fries

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    Crab Grabber - Fish fillets in dry pot

    Crab Grabber

    4.5(158 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    Just tried the new seafood spot in Pasadena and it definitely lived up to the hype…read more Stopped by Crab Grabber and loved that they offer both seafood boils and Chinese food under one roof. We started at the buffet bar with spicy tofu, kimchi, duck feet, and other appetizers before digging into the main event. The seafood boil combo came loaded with snow crab, shrimp, corn, potatoes, and broccoli, all coated in a flavorful sauce that had the perfect balance of spice and butter. The seafood was fresh and cooked perfectly. The shrimp fried rice was another standout--wok-fried with great flavor and a generous amount of shrimp. It's not often you find a place that can do both a solid seafood boil and satisfying Chinese comfort food, but Crab Grabber pulls it off. The combination of Cajun-style seafood and Chinese dishes makes it a fun spot for groups with different cravings. If you're in the Pasadena area and can't decide between seafood and Chinese food, this place gives you the best of both worlds. I'll definitely be back for another seafood feast.

    Okkkk seafood boil and was excited to see they offer a FREE appetizer bar when you choose the…read moredine-in option. There were so many delicious options to snack on while waiting for our meal! For our seafood boil, we went with the Lemon Pepper Cajun flavor and loaded it up with clams and head-on shrimp. The seafood tasted fresh, the portions were generous, and there are plenty of seafood choices to customize your perfect boil. Warning.. it was VERY garlicky, I know most of you might like that but for those who don't... there you go The appetizer selection was definitely a highlight of the experience. While I personally wished the sauce for the boil had a little more flavor and seasoning, the fresh seafood and welcoming atmosphere made for an enjoyable meal overall. If you're looking to support a local small business and satisfy your seafood cravings, give Grab Grabber a try

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    Beef broccoli

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    Stinkin Crawfish of Monrovia - Fried Oreos and ice cream (free)

    Stinkin Crawfish of Monrovia

    4.1(375 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    We came here for dinner and for the amount of food we got it was worth it…read more We got potatoes, corn, shrimp, muscle, and sausage in our boil and the sauce was soooooo delicious. We also ordered mozzarella sticks, calamari, fish and chips, and fried shrimp. This fed 4 people and we had leftovers to take home! The service was one person who took our order, delivered the food, and checked us out. I would recommend this place!

    I've been a customer here for 3-4 years and have always recommended this restaurant to friends and…read morefamily, which is why this experience was disappointing. I ordered kids' nuggets but was charged for kids' tenders, which cost more. I also ordered noodles listed on the menu for $4.99, but was charged $10.50. When I questioned it, the manager first claimed nuggets and tenders were the same price, which they are not. Then I was told the noodle price was supposedly "happy hour pricing," even though nothing on the menu or tables mentioned that. The waitress helping us was actually very nice My issue was with management. After making us wait, the manager came over, dropped the check on the table without apologizing, he said nothing and walked away. The charges were never corrected. Before posting this review, I emailed the restaurant twice, contacted them on Instagram, and never received any response. I'm mainly disappointed by the lack of accountability and customer service.

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    Stinkin Crawfish of Monrovia - Interior

    Interior

    Stinkin Crawfish of Monrovia - Garlic Parmesan wings

    Garlic Parmesan wings

    Stinkin Crawfish of Monrovia - Oysters

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    Capital Seafood - Pork chop in mandarin sauce

    Capital Seafood

    3.7(884 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Me and my husband stayed over in LA for our friend's Birthday celebration. The next morning we were…read morecraving for some DIM SUM so we went on Yelp and searched for the nearest dim sum restaurant... HARGOW: 8/10 It was good and it will satisfy your craving. However, it keeps falling apart as you try to pick it up with the chopsticks... BEEF RICE NOODLE ROLL: 8/10 It tastes fresh and I enjoyed this one m dish the most. However, the sauce came in a plastic sauce container and was on the bland side. I preferred dipping it with hot mustard and soy sauce... PORK & SHRIMP SIUMAI: 7/10 I only tried half a piece and stopped. I'm not sure why but, it tasted like it was too dry and it was small as well. The filling of the shrimp and pork wasn't as juicy as it should be so I stopped eating it... TARO CAKE: 6/10 I took one bite and had to stop because it was TOO SALTY. Did someone drop a bag of salt into this dish while making it? SERVICE: 9/10 Good Service. They also speak English! They are attentive and will come around if you need more napkins And Togo boxes... AMBIANCE: Instead of carts they have trays being circulated. It's really peaceful, calm and quiet at this location. So if you're looking for a Dim Sum place that's not crowded and tastes pretty good then, this is the place for you!!! CAPITAL SEAFOOD! EVERY BITE HITS THE MOOD!!!

    So so.. not the best dim sum I've had. Rice noodle rolls don't seem to be freshly made. Seems like…read morethey use thicker premade rice noodles instead of steaming them fresh and thin. Siu mai had some chewy pieces of pork. Flavors were okay. Standard. Fried shrimp rolls were good, football was good. The flow of food coming out started to slow down and when asked about certain items the lady just said "later" lmao. It's clean, tables are pretty close to each other. Idk if I'd return but it's just alright.

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    Capital Seafood - Main dining area

    Main dining area

    Capital Seafood - Fried tofu cubes

    Fried tofu cubes

    Capital Seafood - Shanghai style pork spareribs

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    Blue Magpie - Juicy chicken sandwich

    Blue Magpie

    4.2(133 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$$

    從小到大經常接觸台灣料理,今次是我第一次體驗八道菜品嚐套餐。 每一道菜都巧妙結合亞洲風味與現代料理技巧。…read more從北海道帶子到鮑魚到茶燻鴨,都能感受到主廚對食材與味道的用心。 精心搭配的 pairing 亦提升了整體的味覺層次。 無論擺盤、服務還是用餐氛圍,都令人留下深刻印象。 Having grown up enjoying Taiwanese cuisine, this was my first time experiencing an 8-course tasting menu. Each dish beautifully combined Asian flavors with modern culinary techniques. From the Hokkaido scallop and abalone to the tea-smoked duck and dessert, every course reflected the chef's attention to detail and balance of flavors. The carefully curated pairings further elevated the overall dining experience. From the presentation to the service and ambiance, every detail left a lasting impression. Price: $88 for the 8 courses tasting menu (+ $88 for the wine pairing menu) IG: socalhkfoodies

    Came here for lunch on a Friday. It's easy to make a reservation on Yelp for the same day. When we…read moregot there, only 2 other tables of guests were there so it's not crowded at all. We ordered Cured Pork Carbonara, Sesame Oil Chicken & Poached Egg Risotto and Sweet & Sour Fried Chicken Waffle. Some very distinctive and classic Taiwanese flavors came through in the dishes. I appreciate the chef trying to accentuate the essence of Taiwanese food. However, some combinations seemed a bit forced. Like the pink sauce in sweet and sour chicken and waffle is reminiscent of the pink sauce on Taiwanese "meatball". But when it's on the fried chicken with popcorn chicken seasoning, it doesn't really go together. The classic Sesame Oil Chicken & Poached Egg Risotto is very generous in the ingredients and the sesame oil chicken flavor is spot on. But the menu says "risotto" and the actual dish is like porridge with the rice kernels broken apart. We all thought the cured pork in Cured Pork Carbonara is overpowering the carbonara and lacking the creaminess from the egg and cheese sauce. The service was excellent. The waiter came multiple times to refill our water. The moody interior is beautifully designed. Even the bathroom is well appointed with Aesop hand soap. Again, I applaud the restaurant for elevating Taiwanese food but the flavors could use some tweaking so it's not so forced. It's nice to have a delightful space for a Taiwanese forward cuisine that's not a hole in a wall. Pro tip - their menu and hours change periodically. The happy hour menu and time we saw on their instagram post from a month ago is no longer offered.

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    Blue Magpie - Beautiful bar area

    Beautiful bar area

    Blue Magpie - Dragon Whisker Salad

    Dragon Whisker Salad

    Blue Magpie - Crispy Red Snapper

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