Since moving to the North Bay from New York, I've been mowed the fact that Sonoma County Chinese…read morerestaurants just a uniformly fairly mediocre to acceptable. But the drive from Glen Ellen to San Francisco for dinner is just a bit too far. This Saturday night, four of us discovered EMPRESS M. Absolutely extraordinary food. The hot and sour soup was neither as hot or as sour as I would like it, but everyone else was delighted. The Tree ear salad was perfectly balanced. The scallop and rice, vermicelli dish, besides being beautifully plated and of generous proportion was as good as any similar dish I've had in Hong Kong or mainland, China. The Seabass was superbly cooked; we were joking that the portion was so large that we couldn't make it at home for that price. The spicy shrimp was perhaps the weakest dish but I would give it a solid 4+ stars. The wait staff were engaging without being intrusive; the manager was personable and delightful. Not only will we be back, but we've talked about using them for catering. Can't wait to try the AYCE dim sum sometime very soon!

I'm Impressed with Empress M. To start, the establishment seems much larger on the inside than it…read moreappears on the outside. Besides the beautiful outdoor dining courtyard, the inside houses a sports bar, a VIP dining room, and a casual dining rooms for your selection. As a conneseur of fine, authentic Chinese food, the menu was very impressive. When you see chicken feet on the menu, you know it's authentic! In addition to the chicken feet, we also ordered the Peking duck, mapo tofu, and a few different types of dim sum. (Sorry I wasn't able to post any photos. But I did notice that the menu we saw had a little more than what other customers posted on Yelp.). Bottom line, the food was simply fantastic. Chef's kiss!!! Last, but not least, the staff is phenomenal. We were waited on by 3 different employees, each of whom gave impeccable service. Although all 3 were great, we have to give a special shout out to Jesse. He shared his creativity with us from his delicious cocktail creations to his AI-generated memory photos, which IMO would be any customer's novel reminder of their wonderful dining experience at Empress M. We will definitely be back!

We ordered one express meal, beef chow fun, and some dim sum to go. Everything was delicious, and…read morethe service was great! We also got the Hong Kong-style milk tea over ice, which was the perfect drink to go with our meal. I really love this restaurant and definitely want to come back to dine in next time! I love the overall look of the restaurant.

just ok food. charges for rice…read more got noodle and fried rice. sadly there's no wok flaming flavor to either dishes that i am expecting for cantonese stir fries.

The service was good. We didn't need to wait long for the food. There was hardly anyone there for…read moredinner on a weeknight. No reservations, no wait. We ordered the chili chili chicken, the orange chicken, the green beans, cucumber salad, and gyoza. The chili chicken used to be boneless. It was much better boneless. Each piece of meat has more exposure to the chili and it gives a nice burn. The way this was prepared, it was ok, but really wasn't spicy. We were disappointed in that. Everything else was wonderful. Though the cocktails weren't as amazing as the last time we were here. I like that they have indoor and outdoor seating, and even indoors feels spacious. It was a great place to be able to catch up with friends we hadn't seen in a long time. Looks like they can accommodate big groups too.

Morimoto Napa is a beautiful restaurant situated along the river, offering a great atmosphere and…read morescenic views that make it an enjoyable stop, especially on a warm Napa afternoon. The cocktails were a standout, particularly the lychee cocktail. Light, refreshing, and well balanced, it was the perfect drink to enjoy while taking in the riverfront setting. For appetizers, the spicy chicken wontons and karaage chicken were both excellent. The wontons had a great balance of flavor and heat, while the karaage was crispy, flavorful, and well executed. These dishes were among our favorites of the meal. Unfortunately, the hand roll sushi was the biggest disappointment of the meal. It was not cut, making it difficult to share, and overall felt fairly mediocre. Nothing about the flavors, texture, or presentation particularly stood out. The beef and broccoli was a mixed experience. The sauce was delicious and packed with flavor, but the beef itself was tough and cut into larger chunks than expected, which made the dish feel somewhat underwhelming overall. While not every dish was a home run, the beautiful riverside location, refreshing cocktails, and strong appetizer selection made for a very enjoyable visit. I would recommend Morimoto Napa for drinks, appetizers, and a relaxing view of the river. The spicy chicken wontons, karaage chicken, and lychee cocktail were the highlights of our experience and are what I would order again.

I've driven by a million times but never even noticed it. Well, a friend recommended it, so I gave…read moreit a shot. The short version is... it's good. Not amazing or standout but definitely solid, you get a good serving of food, and hey, it's even affordable! Also very clean inside and the employees were friendly. No complaints.

After a full day of wine tasting in Napa, we were craving something greasy and comforting haha --…read moreand Jade Garden definitely did the job. It has that classic, old-school authentic Chinese restaurant vibe -- very 90's feel, simple and traditional inside. Nothing trendy or modern, just a solid neighborhood-style spot that focuses on good food. Portions were generous for two people, and the prices were super affordable (especially for Napa!). Definitely a great place to refuel without breaking the bank. Parking is a bit limited -- there's some in the back or you may have to find street parking -- but it's manageable. If you're in Napa and need that post-wine savory fix, this spot hits.

Went here a few weeks ago with my girlfriend, and it was my first time visiting. It had also been…read morequite a while since I'd had dim sum. Everyone was really nice and professional, and the food came out super fast. Everything we tried was delicious, and the price for what you get is excellent! The seating area is on the smaller side, but it never felt cramped. It was clean, cozy, and comfortable. I'll definitely be coming back, probably with my family next time!

Although this is a chain, I hadn't previously been to any of their locations. I was actually quite…read morehappy with their Pork XLB. Even for the ones I didn't eat until towards the end of the meal, there was still a good amount of soup inside that didn't get absorbed by the meat or wrap. You order at a tablet, located at each table, for dine in orders. You can also specify if you want certain items to go, which was perfect because we were eating some things there and taking some items to family. We ordered the following for there: Pork XLB, Shrimp Pork Shaomai, Garlic Green Beans, and Chocolate XLB. The following was ordered to go: Wonton Soup, Pork Bun & BBQ Pork Bun. It's not a huge space, most of the tables are on the left side of the restaurant. A large portion is the food prep / behind the counter area. I had the milk tea to drink. It was fine, nothing special, but I hadn't had one in a while so I enjoyed it with my meal. I also thought the Chocolate XLB was interesting. It was melted/gooey chocolate inside the skin/wrap. It was a nice finish to the meal. I think most of the items were more a 4 for me, but since I loved the XLB so much, it's a 5 rating.

88 Bao Bao is one of my favorite lunch spots to go to with my co-workers. It's fast, delicious and…read moreI feel like we get a good amount for our money. The staff is pretty nice and you can also get frozen XLB to go! I'd recommend this restaurant for a quick bite where you'll get good XLB.

If you're craving delicious dumplings after a long day of shopping, 88 BaoBao Dumpling House in…read moreVacaville is the perfect stop. The restaurant is incredibly clean--seriously, clean, clean, clean--and the atmosphere is welcoming and comfortable. The servers are attentive, very nice, and friendly, which makes the experience even better. Seating is somewhat limited, but they do a great job accommodating everyone. I also noticed a lot of customers coming in for pick-up orders, which says a lot about how popular this place is. The food is absolutely delicious, and the portions are generous--you definitely get plenty for your order. They specialize in dim sum and are especially known for their soup dumplings (xiao long bao), including the popular Crab & Pork Xiao Long Bao. Other favorites include their pan-fried buns, BBQ pork buns, beef rolls, wontons in chili oil, and noodle dishes. Everything is flavorful and satisfying. The location is also super convenient--right across from HomeGoods. If you find yourself hungry after a hectic shopping trip (like I was!), BaoBao is definitely the place to go. Great food, friendly service, and a clean, welcoming environment make it a spot worth visiting. Doris S.

I had just been at the Yelp East Bay Community Event!!!…read more It was Dinner Time and I was hungry!!! So I walked across the street to King Valley Tea House!!! I was Greeted and Seated by the Cashier!!! I perused the Menu and Ordered Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings, Fried Calamari and Black Bean Sauce Pork Ribs!!! The Waitress Brought me a Pot Of Tea and a Glass of Ice Water!!! Fifteen Minutes later my Food was delivered to my Table!!! It was a Nice Presentation and Good Sized portions!! Flavors were Fantastic and Delicious!! Service was Good!! This is a Baller On A Budget Approved Establishment!!! I keep my Pimp Hands Strong!!! Number 34. Out of the 55 Most Prolific Yelp Elites of 2025!!!!

Very good ! Spacious and food was yummy …read more My favorite was the pan fried noodles and walnut prawns

A friend of mine told me that this place competes with a famous chicken place in SF. When she said…read morethat the chicken here was better, I took her word for it and I was BLOWN AWAY! The chicken is so crispy on the outside, the sauce is well balanced and flavorful, and the meat in the wings are so tender. Its honestly the perfect chicken wing! The restaurant is in a little plaza off of the Sonoma exit in Vallejo. They have plenty of seats indoors, and when I went a second time to grab me more chicken around lunch time, it was PACKED. This place is actually poppin'!

3 Star Restaurant probably has some of the best, tastiest Chinese food in Vallejo. It also has…read moreFilipino dishes but we've focused on Chinese. It's a small, strip mall restaurant with plenty of parking. The decor is unique with the owner's love of Lego! Her creations are displayed everywhere in the restaurant. Every time we come in, tables are pretty full. They need more wait staff to handle the crowd. Peak weekend hours like Friday evenings are crazy busy for takeout. They are so popular sometimes their phone is turned off in order to handle the orders. So for takeout during those times, you have to go in person, wait in a long line the length of the restaurant to place an order, then find a seat or wait outside for up to an hour. Meanwhile the tables are full of customers dining. Why do people go through with this when you see other restaurants in the area empty at dinner hours? The food is good and worth the wait. We try to plan our eat-in dining at 3 Star outside of the crowded times, even coming from as far as Fairfield. Dad loves the Beef with Bitter Melon, his favorite dish that Mom used to cook. I don't think we've had a bad dish here, so order whatever you like. OK, the Tomato Beef Pan-fried Noodles is too tomato-saucy red and sugary sweet. My favorite is the Seafood Pan-fried Noodles. Their Chinese Mushrooms with Chinese Vegetables is also good, but they only have bok choy and Dad likes gai lan / Chinese broccoli. The Garlic Sauce Chicken Wings are spicy and really tasty. Next time we'll try their Garlic Chicken Wings since they look so good in photos. 3 Star's super nice owner is very sweet to 94-year old Dad, and treats him very special. Once she even gave us an extra order that a customer said was wrong because she was allergic to shrimp. She also gives us the deep fried Chinese sesame balls for dessert. Maybe everyone gets them?

I ordered take out for the family and everyone loved the food…read more Kids enjoyed chicken chow mein and beef teriyaki. I had braised tofu with vegetables and chicken fried rice. To-Go Menu is posted below. I'll definitely order from here again as there are tons of leftovers. It was easy to order by phone 707-658-1866 and the menu is also on Facebook.

UPDATE mid-May 2026…read more They've reopened a few days a week due to popular demand! They were focused on their catering for a bit. No hot pot until the winter. Only open on weekends. Lunch is takeout only. Yay! Their bbq pork is their specialty along with other roasted meats.

The variety of foods available is limited in comparison to their larger restaurant…read more We ordered the following: * Spicy chicken wing - dry but still flavorful. * Shumai dim sum - was filled with meat, especially when dipped in hot sauce. * Wood ear salad - a flavor mix of tangy, spicy, and crunchy textures. * Red sauce wonton- is a must-try for its spicy flavor. * Sesame balls- six pieces bite sized. Taste buds delight. Service, after ordering, the lady in the cashier pointed her finger to the tip screen before selecting the payment method. This happened to us in multiple days when we visited. Inside the Oxbow Market, plenty of tables. We sat at the Merchant and cheese table which requires a bottle of their wine. Overall, the food was of good quality.

I ordered "noodles with vegetables." It was delivered to me just a few minutes later, precooked and…read morein a compostable takeout container. Not seeing any vegetables, I asked where they were. I was told there were onions and bean sprouts mixed in the with noodles. The whole thing was a yellow-brown color. I saw no sauce of any kind and when I took a bite the noodles were a bit tough and it was flavorless. I added some packaged soy sauce and chili paste and that helped a bit. I did find a couple of slices of celery (?) at the bottom. What a disappointment. I have eaten at the nearby Empress M Restaurant (though not "noodles with vegetables") and enjoyed the food. I ended up taking those noodles home, cooking them a bit more, and making a peanut sauce to put on them. I won't order from them again. There are plenty of better places to eat at the Oxbow Market in Napa!