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    Won Kok Restaurant

    3.4 (2k reviews)
    ModerateChinese
    Open 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Chanson H.

    I had low expectations, but pretty bad all around. Everything I had was among the worst I've ever had. Below average at best. Not sure why it's popular. The other cheap take-out dim sum/bakery place across the parking lot was a full five stars for me. There were about 7 parties ahead of me on a Friday, but the line took more than 30 minutes. Not a single Chinese person in line. I should have known better. People were buying in bulk, like 50 pieces of siu mai. There were 3 people working behind the counter. The person who takes the order is also the person who gets and packs the food, so the line doesn't move at all until each customer is gone. Not sure why they don't have one person take orders and other people pack the food. The workers were really nice though. Steamed dim sum is limited to pork siu mai, chicken siu mai, and ha gow. A handful of steamed and baked bun options. Not full dim sum selection. Pork siu mai - not tasty, white wrapper instead of yellow. Tasted low quality. Baked cha siu bao - dry and not tasty. not glistening with butter as they should be. Pineapple custard bao - not bad, but it actually had chunks of pineapple in it. WTF??? Did too many non-Chinese people complain that their pineapple buns didn't have pineapple? They're not supposed to. Sponge cake ma lai go - light yellow instead of brown. not fragrant. Beef curry pastry - pastry crust not flaky. Not enough curry flavor in the filling Bad food made by people who don't know good food, being sold to people who don't know good food.

    Chicken siomai
    Tammy L.

    Decided to stop by Won Kok after my trip to lax-c down the street. Saw a short line so went for it. They have 2 options- you can sit down at their restaurant and order food or you can wait in line outside for their dimsum items. Be prepared to be in line for 30+ minutes. Regardless of line size, majority of customers have big orders for parties, etc.- that contributes to the long wait. Make sure to look for the order form - You have to fill out a form and check the menu items you'd like because they ask for it when it's your turn to start your order. For anyone that doesn't eat pork, they have CHICKEN OPTIONS. I ordered the chicken siomai, steamed chicken bun and baked chicken buns. Also got the sesame balls and egg custard for dessertish. So worth the wait and you cannot go wrong with the prices! 10 out of 10 for me! Enjoy.

    Harrison W.

    Food: 3/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 3/5 I have been here few times for dim sum to go. Their dim sum items are affordable and taste ok for the price. This time me and co worker decided to try their regular lunch menu. I ordered house special rice plate. The picture looked tasty. I was hoping to taste like Thai mixed veggies rice plate but when I tried it, I was disappointed. It just tasted like soy sauce with corn starch. I did not enjoy my dish and I tried other items also but did not impress. I won't be back.

    Lilian W.

    Won Kok is located in Los Angeles Chinatown. It's a surprisingly large restaurant with competitive parking inside their private lot. This is a no-frills and food-focused type of restaurant. It's not like the typical dim sum places I go to normally. The service style was a bit confusing. You can either order take-out or self seat and call for a waiter to service you. I tried their dim sum and a plate of beef chow mien. Prices are very affordable and the quality is good. However, I did feel like the shui mai tasted previously frozen. Next time I want to try more of their plates because the portions I coming out of the kitchen looked decent a the prices were around $12-$18 for most plates. Although the process felt chaotic and the interior wasn't the most clean, I could see the diligence and passion emanate through the staff's hard work. The staff are friendly and responsive when called over. They are also endlessly doing something, so they keep themselves busy and aren't slacking around. Overall, dining at Won Kok was an interesting, authentic dim sum experience. I'd come back to try their non-dim sum items.

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    Mike N.

    2 Stars = "Could've been better" 3 Stars - "OK" First off, this place does accept cards and tap to pay. It's just a $10 minimum order. This place is both, it's okay but could've been better, I'm ranking it a 3 because of it's historical significance and low cost which is really important to many people. I have been wanting to check this place out for YEARS! Maybe it would've been better if this was 15 years ago when cost of the raw material isn't at our current insane price. I finally got a chance to stop off here on my way to pick up some people from LAX. The wait was not too bad when I arrived on a Friday at 11:45am, but it was still a wait as some people in front of me ordered towers of food. By the time I was done, the line was maybe 3 times longer than when I arrived. Line was about 20 people deep at 12:15pm. Process was straight forward, they ask what you want, jot it down and proceed to fill boxes, then return as ask for payment, zero chit chat which is always a plus. The most important Shu Mai and Har Gow were not great which is not a good sign for the rest of the menu. Shu Mai (the pork one) was okay, it lacked the traditional flavors, there was very little mushroom and no shrimp at all, which is understandable at the $1 cost in 2026. The Har Gow (the shrimp one with the translucent wrapper) had too thick of a wrapper and the filling seems to be a blended filling with small chunks of shrimp in it. Traditionally this filing would be large chunks if not whole pieces of shrimp with bamboo shoots. The steamed Char Shu Bao (BBQ Pork Bun) was actually pretty good, the bread texture and filling was on point though, but it was lacking filling. I'm definitely getting more of their bread products if I come back. The Egg Tart was good, but the filling was a bit too sweet and also too little filling. At the end of the day, this is essentially me complaining about products from a $0.99 store which makes so sense, so I would say, you should try it for yourself. I would pick the dim sum from Dim Sum Express in Monterey Park over Won Kok, but that also means paying 70-80% more per piece. So there is a time a place for this kind of dim sum.

    Shrimp show fun
    Nina E.

    Delicious food!!! They have a Togo window and dine in. If ypu dine in there is a $6 service charge that is waived as long as you order atkeast 1 item from main menu and not just items feom dim sum menu

    Valentin S.

    The way this place has a line around the building, you might think it was some sort of Supreme or sneaker drop. Highly recommend you get in line early for the window. It'll likely be a wait but it's all worth it. Just prepare yourself to have a few things sold out. You also know it's gonna be good when the ladies at the window try to rush you or get a little annoyed if you're not prepared. It's so easy to almost get 1 of everything and not break the bank. Try it! You only live once. The dumplings and stuffed mochi with ground pork were my favorite but everything tasted good, to be honest. There's something for everybody at the window. They do have a full menu inside if you feel like dining in!

    Baked pork buns
    Stella W.

    food: BAKED PORK BUNS: 10000000/5. holy crap... get this. I ate 3 buns in 1 sitting. if you lik savory flavor with a slightly sweet bun, this is for you. SHU MAI CHICKEN: good shumai. Not the best I've ever had, but definitely solid. service/wait: expect to wait in a line. I water about 10-15mins, but the line moves quick. make sure to get the paper to fill out your order. make sure to out the quantity. minimal parking. the workers are quick, expect strictness. don't expect very nice customer service, but I wasn't surprised. ambiance: it's Chinatown dtla, so your waiting on the side of the street...

    Catherine G.

    Had a chance to finally try this hole in the wall for dim sum! Located in Chinatown, plaza was small and parking was plenty since we went early. Service is quick and food is authentic! Dim sum was average. I wouldn't go out of my way again to get it but still glad I was able to try it.

    White sugar rice cake - perfection!
    Gellie E.

    I stopped by here to pick-up a baked char siu bao and was pleasantly surprised to see that they also had the white rice sugar cake. We also got some almond cookies. All of our items were less than $2 each. The char siu bao had adequate filling (but not super hefty); the flavor was just okay - 3/5. I prefer my baked bun filling to be more saucy and savory. I love, love, loved the white sugar rice cake! The flavor was good - lightly sweet, a little tangy, moist, soft, and fluffy - 10/10. I have my go-to spot in New York City for this treat, but Won Kok's is my new favorite. Their white rice sugar cake was a bright spot in my impromptu day in LA.

    Baked pork buns. Amazing! Still warm. $1.70 each. This was the reason I came here. I must remind myself that, the reason.
    Terri P.

    Went here late afternoon, mid week. Rain storm just passed. Parking was waiting for me but I think if it were the weekend, it would be a different story. Came for the baked pork buns - a neighbor introduced my kids to it like years ago. We love it & especially when it's still warm. Anyhow, walked into the restaurant's main entrance. First time here. Not sure how things worked. A family in front of me placing orders to go. I was like, ok I'm in the right spot. It had been raining hard just minutes before so I was glad to be inside waiting. Then I got annoyed. I was still in line when 2 separate groups walked in behind me. They sat themselves & exchanged looks with one of the servers. I didn't say anything because I thought, I'm taking mine to go. Then the host came back and when I said my orders were to go, he said you need to order outside window. Ok, next thought came to mind: ignore me for 10 min waiting in line, I'm not a mind reader. I was just hangry. I would have just left there and then but the damn baked pork buns, that's the reason I was even there! Did I say hangry? Don't shop hungry because you're more likely to evolve, hangry. I went outside, 3 others in front of me. Placed my orders and drove home. The person taking my order was patient and kind and I was outta there fast! Food review - the baked pork buns were the reason I stopped here. They were so good and still hot when I got home (like an hour later). Also, I will return just to get these again, despite the rude start of this experience. Got 2-dozen, one for my neighbor, one for me. - the curry beef pastry was ok. A little dry and needed more curry. - pork shu mai was also ok. I tried it before I left the parking lot (I was hungry). Then when I got home with some dipping sauce. It needed more seasoning, just saying.

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    James H. L.

    It's busy here. They're running an original style Cantonese/HK cuisine place. That translates into large portions served without too much finesse but a lot of old world flavoring. Soy sauce is sparse and instead you'll find green onions and ginger are pronounced. The black bean sauce is old style with just a splash of Shao xin. White pepper for soups with really deep flavored stocks. You don't need chili crisp dribbled on everything (though they do make a fine kung pao set of plates.) The manager/owners enjoy running the place at fever pitch (for a trivia fest check out his wrist watch of the day). There are slips of paper that kind of indicate your takeaway options, but basically everything is either at the take out window or via the inside register. They do have a fairly large interior for the anniversary/funeral reception sized banquets, but this is much more casual than the bigger gold and red restaurants in the area. Prices are excellent for the quality and purity of the recipes. WK is an excellent example of the transitional style between the full-on Chinese-American old chop suey houses with pu-pus and almond duck, and the newer Mandarin banquet style places, where you find the whole crabs, lobsters and Chinese-style filet mignon. Duck dishes are excellent as are the numerous fresh chicken dishes. Dim sum offerings are basic staple versions priced accordingly but freshly produced.

    Dana T.

    Def a hole in the wall place. The baos here are HUGEE and def bang for your buck! The har gow was okay, a little dry on the outside but the siu mai was yummy!! I really liked the fried bbq pork bun and eggroll! The egg tart was also really good. I came on a Sunday morning around 9:30 and there was a small line but it went by fast! They only had part of the menu available this early but there was plenty options. Got everything under $20 and had a decent amount left over!

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    Is it cash only?

    They take credit cards

    When does the order window close for dim sum?

    Do they nor do to go orders? Just called like 4 times with no answer any theyre open?

    Might be because of Chinese new year? They usually always answer, no matter the holy day

    Do they accept door dash or grab hub orders?

    Yes I’m not sure if both or which one. But I saw drivers picking up orders

    Anyone know if this place is still open? I went today (4/12) and it was closed. Not sure if it was for Easter or for the current situation (no signs of course).

    I also went today (5/1) and it's closed. Probably closed during Stay at Home order.

    Do they have Dim Sum?

    Sort of... they have a section off to the side where you can buy the majority of dim sum stuff to go.

    I need about 10 dozen bbq pork buns. Do I have to call ahead of time?

    Yes it be a good idea to place the order ahead. Depending on which day you plan on going they do have extras on hand ready for order.

    I need five dozen char siu baos for a party. Do I have to place an order, or will they have enough on hand?

    They probably will have enough on hand, but I would call ahead to check.

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    2.6 miWestlake
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    Delicious food served extremely promptly - hot, fresh and full of flavour. Friendly staff, chilled…read moredecor and even great drink choices - definitely would recommend!

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    4.3(3.4k reviews)
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    4.0(944 reviews)
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    The service was good. You'll just have to flag them if you need something. They were all helpful…read moreand nice. Food wise - everything we ordered was great. The cumin lamb was flavorful and spicy. The Mao Cai was spicy, full of meat and the broth was tasty. The boiled fish was my second favorite - spicy and fish was not overcooked. The fried intestines were really great! The shrimp fried rice is ok. I wanted either a whole fish or a whole crab but they ran out - on a Saturday night. They have a good Asian beer selection. $35 for corkage. $6 valet parking with validation. Free for 1 hour only with validation. It's a very casual place. Clean.

    My fav: wontons in chili oil, tea smoked pork ribs -- phenomenal, and my best pick so far is…read moreLeshan's Qiaojiao beef soup -- especially very comforting on a chil winter day I prefer the Alhambra's location over this Westwood one, because it looks more modern, with a vibrant design and a cozy vibe. It also appeared to me that the food tasted slightly better at the Alhambra location, but that may very well have been my bias. The restaurant workers looked more organized vs this location that has more of a traditional Chinese vibe, slightly tired building, not particularly clean, service feels a bit rushed and sloppy. We went there for Thanksgiving Dinner and it wasn't packed but we went at the opening time and the people kept coming. 90% looked Chinese which also speaks for the authenticity.

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    4.2(134 reviews)
    0.3 miChinatown
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    Firstborn is almost shockingly good for Chinatown, whose hip arriviste eateries have all seemed to…read morecoast on far more hype than quality. The menu is New American with Chinese influences served as a four-course prix fixe set, with each course having three choices, and optional additions are available. (There is an à la carte menu available in the bar area.) I went very carnivorous on my selections, choosing the beef tongue carpaccio, duck sausage, and beef short rib. There was not a bad dish among these: The tongue was tender, soft, and delicate. The duck sausage was fantastically good as well; served with an apple jam atop Swiss chard, it was a sort of Chinese-Alpine fusion cuisine of which I never envisioned but instantly wanted more. While delicious, the short rib was overshadowed by its cabbage accompaniment. My server told me it takes four days to make that dish, and I would have happily ordered a full dish of just that. The kaffir lime curd dessert was light and balanced, perfect after the heavier meat courses and like a small vacation to Thailand on a plate. The one dish I did not love was the Chongqing fried chicken course I added. The chicken itself ― a boneless leg quarter ― was a large portion and well-prepared, but the sauce covering it was a thick layer of chilis (which, thankfully, were not inedibly hot) and straight oil, lots of oil. Eating so much oil like that made for gastrointestinal discomfort the rest of the night. The soy pickles helped cut the greasiness a bit, but they weren't vinegary enough to get that level of oiliness off the palate. The duck fat rice, though quite good, also did not help much given its fattiness. Given the chance, I definitely would have requested the oil-sauce on the side. I did appreciate the crunchiness of the batter, which never went soggy despite being soaked in that oily puddle for a long time. I did not find any wines by the glass that bowled me over, so I stuck to cocktails, which were good. Service was warm, personable but not intrusive, and brisk, while the room has the comfortable feel of a mid-century modern den complete with well-worn cookbooks on the shelves lining the walls. I would happily return to try the bar menu with cocktails or when the prix fixe options change. At $68 for four courses, Firstborn's prix fixe is one of the best fine dining offers in L.A. right now, and it makes a trek up to Chinatown worthwhile.

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