Very delicious! Very convenient location! We tried the beef roll, pork Xiao long bao, dessert Xiao long bao, green beans. All of them were delicious. Clean, and nice ambiance. read more

Yum Long - Interior - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

We had such a great experience at Yum Long! Everything we ordered was delicious and came out quickly, fresh, and piping hot. We tried the xiao long bao, dan dan noodles, beef wrap, mapo tofu, bok choy, and several other dishes, and every single item was excellent. Our waiter was incredibly attentive and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. The food and service were both superb, and we're already looking forward to coming back! read more

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I came here for dinner with my family and I was really impressed! The staff were super friendly and welcoming especially our server Emma! All the food we ordered came out quickly and it tasted yummy and fresh. I highly recommend trying out Yum Long! read more

Yum Long - Signature Pork Xiao Long Bao(6) - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Came in at 8:20pm and they close at 9pm but we ordered and got our food within 10min! The staff are super nice and super quick with it, the restaurant is well kept and super modern. Got the cold sesame noodles, their new chicken wings, beef stir fry noodles and signature xiao long baos. Cold sesame noodles: delicious, the sesame sauce wasn't overpowering and all the sides in it worked perfectly Chicken wings: super crispy, love the slight spice, super tender, good portion Beef stir fry noodle: last min add but loved it, super tasty Signature xiao long baos: very standard, thicker skin than I'm used to, broth was good but not the best Wouldn't call this place a DTF dupe, I feel like its dishes are slightly different and not exactly within the same realm despite being Chinese food. Can't wait to come back and try their other dishes. Sign up to be a member and get free XLB! read more

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Be prepared for a long wait, I personally would wait more than 35-40 minutes for it. Solid place with the best hot n sour soup I've ever had. XLB is good but personally I think Auntie Qiu is better (thinner skin). read more

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FIRE FOOD. GOOD VIBES. GREAT SERVICE. Everyone here was very attentive and accommodating. The food was absolutely amazing. I will absolutely be coming back to dine. read more

Waited about 45 minutes to get a table of 5. The restaurant uses Yelp for their waitlist. The restaurant was very clean, but the space is not large. Order to share which was plenty: cucumber salad, crab XLB, corn soup, green bean, chili wonton, Dan Dan noodle and 1 beef wrap. The plates were pretty larger, it took up a lot of space on the table. The food was pretty good, some items can be improved such as green beans, dan dan noodles and beef wrap. The corn soup was large, about 7/8 bowls. Crab XLB had plenty of soup inside and the wrapper was thin. The green bean can be fried to be crunchier. Beef wrap can be have some sauce, it was a dry. Overall, the employees were helpful and the XLB was hit. read more

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Great experience overall! I've been here twice and both times were great. Service and food are fast, the staff are super nice. The only thing I wouldn't get again is the Dessert Sampler. I thought it was just okay. The popcorn chicken was also not traditional Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken, it just tasted like regular fried chicken bites, which were still taste regardless! I would come again, just be wary of the wait, join the yelp waitlist! read more

Yum Long - Pan-Fried Pork & Napa Cabbage Dumpling(8) Thumb-Size Pan-Fried Pork Bun(10) Dry-Fried Green Beans W/ Minced Beef - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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Usually very busy! This popular Xiao Long Bao spot has a nice menu including appetizers and noodles and alcoholic drinks in addition to a variety of dumplings. We joined the Long Time Friends club and got a free order of Signature XLB which tasted amazing - very delicate skin and a flavorful soup inside. The Beef Wrap Pancake is good but the beef is cold inside. Would definitely come back and try some other menu items read more

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SERVICE: I want to start off saying that we love Juhee. She is the best! So attentive, so friendly, and truly gives great suggestions and makes sure you have everything you need. Water is already waiting for you to start with. Food came out fast and hot. -------- AMBIENCE: The interior is gorgeous. The decor is classy and themed around xiao long bao with delicate browns and beiges that are both comforting and elegant. --------- FOOD: We were last here around the opening days and the menu has changed a bit since then. There are several new items added across the board and sadly they removed the sweet and sour pork ribs which I really wanted to try. Everything we've had here is delicious and we always look forward to the next visit. I wish I had more stomach for all of it as I want to try more things but we keep coming back to some favorites. Dan Dan noodles with minced pork - I love the flavor but I order it with sauce on the side to control the spice. The noodles are thin but wonderfully chewy Pan fried pork and napa dumplings - Juicy and crisped with that dumpling crust Xiao Long Bao - Had the pork ones and they're really good. Not as thin and saggy like another popular chain but not a go to for me here. There're so many other great dishes Hot and Sour Soup - Prepared a little light on the vinegar intentionally so you can adjust to your liking Sweet Corn Soup - Sweet with a lot of delicate flowered egg Braised pork belly - Such sticky tender good fatty pork. Love the side of quail eggs. Make sure to eat it with some rice Braised beef noodle soup - Easily one of the best. The amount of tender beef you get in that bowl is mind blowing. Note that sometimes the noodles can be a bit too al dente so just let them know if you want them otherwise Chocolate Strawberry Xiao long bao - I'm usually not into gimmicky desserts but this one really works. Im not personally so fond of the other flavors (had the sampler before) but the warm chocolate blended with the tart strawberry is so delicious! --------- For the owner/staff: This last time we came, the water had a weird taste. Maybe there was an issue with filtration or a funny taste in the ice. read more

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Our first time trying this place and it was AMAZING! The food was delicious and the service was friendly and quick! The restaurant is so pretty inside. We were checked on various times and it was all in all a great experience. We will be back! Now that we know what we like read more

Yum Long - Special Combo Fried Rice, pan Pan-Fried Pork & Napa Cabbage Dumpling(8) and Dessert Xiao Long Bao Sampler(6) - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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Right when you walk in, there's a sign that tells you how long the wait time is. I appreciate that so it gives guests a head ups for waiting times. We went on a Friday weekday for lunch and it was still relatively crowded, so plan accordingly and get on the waitlist to avoid long waits, especially on weekends. The stand outs were the scallion oil noodles, crab XLB, and rice cakes! Staff were friendly and attentive plus the decor is impressive and made for a pleasant dining experience. There's a lot of competition in the area--but the food, atmosphere, and good service make it worthwhile to come back! read more

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This place was amazing w very great service! Food was very good. Tried 6 different things which were: Signature xiao long bao- must try! 10/10 Dandan noodles - favorite out of all dishes 10/10 Drypot cauliflower - 9/10 Pork chop fried rice - could be skipped Napa and pork dumplings - 8.5/10 XLB dessert - our favorite was the salted egg very good 10/10 Would definitely coming back to this place and get the things I like and try new things :) read more

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Everyone kept saying this place is a dupe of Ding Tai Fung and it's more affordable. Finally tried it out and the food was really good. Service was quick and great. Nice interior decor. There was a long wait tho, especially during their rush hours. Our fav dish was the hot & sour soup. It was very tasty and flavorful. The dessert samplers of the xiao long bao were pretty good too. We also ordered the signature pork XLB, beef stir fried noodles, beef rolls, salt & pepper fish filet, and thumb-sized pan fried pork buns. read more

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Yum Long located in the city of Monterey Park is one of those places that is pretty new and many have been talking about it. So one afternoon decided to pop on by and enjoy it with a party of five. The menu has plenty of options. We decided to order a bunch of different things and share them between all of us. We ordered a few different dumplings from steamed to fried. Had the beef noodle soup and the sweet and sour soup. These two were my favorite and it is bold in flavor. The beef was also very tender in the beef noodle soup. We ordered the dessert one which each color was a different flavor. Very unique and if you like a blend of sweetness this could be something to order after your food. read more

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I have been waiting to try Yum Long and I was not disappointed. Seating is limited but adequate. Please plan appropriately and it's geared towards groups of 4 or less. Thankfully for our group of 6, even though the wait was a bit long, they have ice water at the door to help keep you hydrated. The service was really top notch and hats off to the staff to keep the all your needs met quickly and the empty plates cleared with hardly any notice. The food was really top notch and I expected the serving size to be on the smaller side but was pleasantly surprised to find that the servings are very generous. The braised beef noodles had perfectly chewy but tender noodles, very generous amount of beef, great broth, and even had the chopped preserved mustard greens which are not common. Cucumber salad had a great presentation and you know it's good because everyone gets it. Chicken salad (shredded chicken with scallion oil) was chef's kiss and definitely don't want to miss this. Garlic bok choy also a must. Just the right amount of garlic and bok choy very tender. Very fresh tasting. We also got the sampler dessert xiao long bao and they were all excellent. read more

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I think this place is better than Din Tai Fung! The wrapper on the xiao long bao was perfectly made. It's nice and delicate, but with a good consistency that held everything together. The filling was flavorful and delicious. The hot and sour soup was another highlight. It had the perfect balance of spicy and sour. One small detail I really appreciated: their to-go soup container is the larger size, rather than the regular containers that many restaurants typically use. It's a simple thing, but it makes me feel like I'm getting my money's worth. read more

Yum Long - Hot and sour soup to go - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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Yummy and long experience! Dined in with family and had a good experience. The food was yummy but the wait was long! I can see why this place was so popular even during down times. It was busy yet not overwhelming during busy hours. Definitely will come by again but with reservations. read more

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Have been seeing multiple callouts before on Yumlong, calling out it's the affordable version of the well-known chain DTF (iykyk). The line looked overwhelming when we reached but fortunately it moved way faster than what's told to us on the estimated wait time. Like other typical Chinese resto, the space was pretty huge, able to accommodate big group size. We got their Wasabi Xiao Long Bao and Pan-Fried Pork and Shrimp dumplings. Both were luscious in their own way, serving different fillings and textures. The broth inside the XLB was rich and flavorful and the wasabi wasn't overpowering. read more

Yum Long - Wasabi Signature Pork Xiao Long Bao(6) - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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It was pretty packed when I came. PSA: waitlist on Yelp before you come so you don't have to wait as long! I ended up waiting about 20 mins since I didn't know about the Yelp waitlist. Once we sat down service was quick. It seems like they are still understaffed and everyone was working pretty hard to attend all the tables. The decor inside was so nice and modern. The atmosphere was def a 10/10 for me. Parking would be in the garage nearby. Food overall was not bad. Some standouts and some meh. Juicy pork dumplings 9/10: this was one of the stand outs to me! The dumpling was super juicy and the soup was really sweet and flavorful. I just wish the spoons they have were bigger so I can't hold all the soup the dumpling had! Lol. Cucumber 6/10: these were good and flavorful but they were not marinated long enough. The flavor didn't seep into the cucumber like how I would like it. However it was a pretty big portion. The cucumbers were also a bit too thick for me. I think it would've been better if they were thinner and more sauce could penetrate through. Lots of potential tho since the sauce was delish! Fried rice with pork chop 9/10: another stand out! The seasoning on the pork chop was so good and was tender. It had a good crisp as well. The rice was also not too salty so it worked well w the nicely seasoning pork chop. Hot and sour soup 7/10: super large portion. Not the best I've had but it was pretty solid. Beef rolls 7/10: also so much potential but it didn't come out warm I also think it could use a bit more sauce since I was kind of dry. But that may also just be my preference. The flavor was good though. Popcorn chicken 6/10: I feel like there was too much batter. The flavor was also okay nothing extraordinary. Overall food was not bad. Service was quick but it was busy. The restaurant interior was really pretty! read more

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I've been wanting to try this restaurant for the longest time! I had heard so many great things from my friends--they all said the xiao long bao here is even better than Din Tai Fung's, the dishes are more flavorful, and the portions are generous for the price. I had to see if it lived up to the hype! My best friend and I came on a Monday evening, and the wait was only about 10 minutes for a table of two. We ordered the Signature Pork Xiao Long Bao, Dan Dan Noodles with Minced Pork, Pan-Fried Pork Buns, Beef Wrap Pancake, Chili Oil Wontons, and the Dessert Xiao Long Bao Sampler. Everything came out surprisingly fast, and the servers were incredibly friendly and attentive throughout our meal. Overall, we had a great dining experience, and I'll definitely be coming back with my family--they're huge fans of good pork soup dumplings! (: read more

Yum Long - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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Ordered to-go only and I'm impressed. I haven't had a chance to dine-in at Yum Long, but based off first impressions of ordering to-go, I would definitely come back. The restaurant has two kiosks for to-go orders. I ordered a few dumplings and the Dan Dan Noodles. I loved the Dan Dan Noodles because of the thin noodles. I'm used to eating Dan Dan with thick noodles and this was a nice change. My spice tolerance is pretty low and it wasn't spicy for me. The dumplings are also delicious. Their menu reminds me of Din Tai Fung. I haven't tried their dessert dumplings, but would come back for that next time! While I waited for my to-go order, the waiters gave me a cup of water and offered me a seat at a table. They were so kind and friendly. The restaurant is clean and organized. Definitely coming back! read more

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Yum Long is a great new place that competes with the likes of Good Alley and Prince Dumpling. Located next to the AMC theater at the Atlantic Times Square in Monterey Park, there's plenty of parking available. Wait times can get quite long; we had to wait around 15 min for a 7pm on a weekday. We got the Shredded Chicken with Black Truffle, Beef Wrap Pancake, and Salt and Pepper Calamari. The chicken was a great light appetizer, with the truffle working with the chicken, scallions, and onions excellently. The beef wrap was very standard to me, which is not a bad thing at all; I wish there was a little bit more sauce available though. The calamari had a great fry, but the breading didn't stick to the calamari too well; the taste was still great however. Workers are all friendly and attentive, so combined with the flavors and the food, Yum Long is definitely a place worth considering, and I look forward to trying their other dishes soon! read more

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This spot just open and I see lines and lots of people outside. I got there at 5:45 and waited 25mins to be seated. Ordered the Dan Dan noodles which was good and just wish it was more saucy. Also got xiao long bao which was not bad but the wrapper was a bit thick in my opinion. I also got the chili oil wontons which wasn't for me. The saucy was thick and wasn't enough sauce. The pork fried rice was actually really good. That was the favorite dish and rice was good with chili oil! The dessert xiao long bao was ok. Overall was a good experience and a decent meal! read more

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First time checking this out. It's at the very south end of the plaza on the street side. A bit hard to get to from parking lot. First impression: the space is nicely decorated, very modern/chic, clean and good lighting. Dining area split into 2 sections. I liked the right side as some tables have a more privacy than elbow to elbow with the next dining people. We orders a mix of things. The peach ice tea with boba: was refreshing and delicious. Wish they had more flavors. All the other drinks were from a can/bottle. The beef fried rice came out first. Disappointed that the beef slices were big slices and very rubbery. The fried rice was a bit mushy and not much flavor. This was a "no" for us. Had the cold cucumber salad. Beautiful display but it missed the mark as the cucumber weren't marinated enough. Tasted like raw cucumbers with the sauce just poured over. Also "no" for us. Had their signature juicy dumplings. This was perfection! Only comes in 6. Definitely can eat 6/person!! Just wish the spoon was bigger! Could barely contain the dumpling! Had their Chinese crispy pork sandwich. The crispy bread was perfect...however before we even bite into this. We can see and squeezed out oil out of the sandwich. It was super greasy. A "no" for us. We will be back and try other things on the menu, wish there were more "yes" this time. read more

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After seeing multiple Instagram posts about this newly opened dim sum place, I was curious to try it with my girlfriends. We got there when it opened at 11am and were the first customers there with plenty of tables to choose from. Service was great. We only ordered 2 dishes to try since we were not too hungry. We tried their signature Xiao long bao and a beef chow fun. The Xiao long bao came in 6 pieces to the order, served fresh from the steamer. Taste was good and there was a flavorful soup with each dumpling. The beef chow fun was also tasty and served hot. The restaurant is clean with a modern look, compared to a typical Chinese restaurant. Decorations on the wall and in the wooden decor. I think this place is worth a try, if you like Xiao long bao in general. Many have compared it to Din Tai Fung, but since i haven't been to that restaurant in a while, I couldn't give a fair comparison. read more

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After an amazing Yelp Elite Experience at Yum Long, I decided to come back to get more of the mouthwatering Shredded Chicken with Black Truffle. I didn't dine-in as it was late in the evening so I did take-out. Free parking with no time limit at the Atlantic Times Square. It gets quite busy on the weekends so get here early for lunch or dinner. Restaurant was packed with a few people waiting in line. Ambiance was nice and clean. I placed my order via self-order kiosk. It was easy to manuever through the screens. Waited 25+ minutes for my food. Staff was friendly and cordial. I was so looking forward to taking a bite into my favorite dish. Unfortunately, they somehow fell way short. Shredded Chicken with Black Truffle was not fresh at all. Chicken was mushy. Oil was stale. It did not taste the same as the first time I tried it. It almost seemed like the recipe was not followed exactly or perhaps the ingredients were just not the freshest. Very disappointed! Chili wontons had peanut butter paste which was new to me. Honestly, I'm not sure how I feel about this dish. As for the Thumb-Size Pan-Fried Pork Buns, are you kidding me? All 10 added together barely adds up to 5 dumplings. If anything, it should have come with a total of 15-16 thumb-size buns. It was so tiny, all I could taste was the dumpling dough. Not getting this again. Dry Pot Cauliflower was the highlight. Good amount of Chinese Taishan cauliflower and they were quite tasty. I would get this dish again. Unfortunately, I cannot give a higher rating for my recent visit. Maybe dine-in is better than take-out. I may wait it out before I return again. Best of luck, Yum Long! read more

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Everything I've tried...5/5. The Dan Dan noodles, the thumbsized dumplings, the XLB, especially the XLB, the pork belly...the veggies fried rice, the French style beef with button mushrooms...ive been to this place on back to back days, and the food...the service consistently exceptional. The scallion pancakes are thin and crispy. The beef wrap, delish. So far, can't go wrong on anything you order. The ambiance is modern and the artwork is Asian food themes. Very comfortable upscale restaurant. Parking easy, and free. TIP: park on street in front or in the structure near. The AMC movie theatre. This place is closed on Tuesday...fyi. read more

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Perhaps I'm in the minority. I'll give it a 3 1/2 star rating. We tried a variety of dishes - Crab & Pork XLB, Pork & Napa Cabbage Dumplings, Chili Oil Wonton, Beef Wrap Pancake, Dan Dan Noodles, Dry Pot Cabbage & Crab Fried Rice. The highlight was the cabbage, prepared just right. I was disappointed about the fried rice which barely had any crab meat. The rest is likely as good as what you find at Dragon Noodle House. The pricing might appear affordable, but I find that the portion for some dishes is lighter than standard. read more

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Friendly service and the food came out quick! Absolutely loved the signature xiao long bao and crispy pan fried dumplings. Everything was so delicious. The prices here are much more affordable compared to Din Tai Fung. Highly recommend!! read more

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Parking is super easy. It is in the Atlantic times square plaza. We got here around 7PM on a Thursday and waited maybe 10 minutes. It wasn't too bad. The food and service is great! My favorite would have to be the House special fried rice (5/5) - It had shrimp, beef, and chicken. They also had chili oil and the side which I really liked and it enhanced the dish really well. The pork xiao long bao (5/5) - This was my second favorite although it was a close one. I'm not a fan of xiao long bao but they made it really well. Wasabi pork xiao long bao (5/5) - this one weirdly worked. I didn't hate it and the wasabi was not too overpowering. Taro xiao long bao (5/5) - This was so good. The filling was actual taro!! I ate it at soon as it came out and it was hot but not piping hot where I had to wait to eat it. Immediately demolished. Beef Rolls (5/5) - This was really good. The wrap was crispy on the outside and super flavorful in the inside. They did not skimp on the meat! The meat to veggie ratio was perfect. Shrimp and corn dumpling (4/5) - This was just okay. nothing special, I wouldn't recommend getting it since there are so many other things on the menu to try. Beef Stir Fry (4/5) - This was also just okay. Nothing special, but I've had better beef stir fry. Scallion oil tossed noodle (4/5) - I was iffy with this one. It came out and it looked super plain and unappetizing but after giving it a good mix, it was pretty good. Although, it's not something I would order again. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely come back! read more

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We arrived right at 11:00 AM when they opened the doors. The restaurant was beautiful, with a nice, relaxing atmosphere. Our waitress, JUHEE, was amazing! She was very friendly and took the time to explain how everything worked. They also offer a free membership program, where you can earn points every time you order, which is a great bonus. Within about five minutes, our food was served--super fast! Everything had amazing flavor and tasted delicious. We had a wonderful experience from beginning to end. We will definitely be coming back again! Highly recommended! read more

Yum Long - Our first time and it was amazing - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California

No wonder Yumlong is packed the moment they open--the food is absolutely worth the wait! We started with the cucumber salad, which was light, refreshing, and the perfect way to kick off the meal. The vegetable spring rolls were perfectly crisp and delicious. Next came the chicken xiao long bao, which were packed with flavorful, piping hot broth and were incredibly tasty. One of the standout dishes was the chicken rice cake. They were absolutely delicious, and I highly recommend ordering them. The string beans with minced meat were another favorite--perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Don't skip dessert! We ordered the dessert sampler, which lets you try one of everything, and the strawberry dessert was hands down our favorite. The service was exceptional. Every staff member was friendly, attentive, and checked on us throughout the meal to make sure our water glasses were full and to see if we needed anything else. Although it's a smaller restaurant, the high ceilings and modern décor make it feel bright, spacious, and very welcoming. They also have a well-organized setup with self-service kiosks--one for ordering takeout and another for checking in and joining the waitlist. There's even a large display showing the current wait time, which is a nice touch when the restaurant is busy. Overall, Yumlong exceeded our expectations with outstanding food, excellent service, and an efficient dining experience. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Another awesome find! So happy we got there right before the dinner rush! Food was amazing! XLB wrapper was nice and thin and the flavors of the soup and the filling were perfect! We got the cucumbers, shredded chicken with black truffle (this was good but we were saying we could not taste the black truffle even if you see a lot of it mixed in), cold sesame noodles with shredded chicken- a MUST!! This was my favorite dish of the night aside from the XLB- we ordered their signature and the pork and shrimp soup dumplings and devoured everything easily! I could totally finish an order myself! Truly delicious! We also got the pork chop fried rice- pork was flavorful but a little tough- din tai fung makes it just a tad better with the ultra tender pork. Rice was very good however. The salt and pepper fish fillet was awesome too! Dip the fish in the vinegar and ginger sauce for added tang!! So good! Their green beans with minced meat was so so good too! The chocolate and banana dumplings were a nice finish. Will definitely try their dessert sampler next time. Overall, our dishes were on point with flavor. Serving size was great- bigger portions compared to Din Tai Fung and the price was definitely more affordable. Restaurant was beautiful, clean and the servers were great! Another place to add to our rotation for sure! read more

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The space is beautifully designed with a modern look, and it's nice to see another restaurant bringing a more creative, fusion-inspired take on Chinese cuisine! The pan-fried dumplings were the standout, crispy on the bottom with a great crunch and plenty of flavor. The minced pork noodles were also tasty, though I wish there had been a bit more of them since the portion felt small. The only dish that fell short was the house special stir-fried noodles. I expected something more unique given the name, but it tasted like a fairly standard American noodle dish. Overall, I also wish the meal had been a little more filling for the price since other places the same block serve the same authentic dishes. The staff was friendly and eager to help, though they seemed fairly new and weren't always familiar with how to pronounce or explain some of the dishes. It's a restaurant that's clearly trying to introduce Chinese flavors in a more approachable, modern way to both diners and younger crowd. read more

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Yum long was so delicious; I had to come back. We ordered the salt & pepper fish, pork & shrimp XLB, Dan Dan noodles and the dessert sampler. My favorite will always be the Dan Dan noodles. It has so much flavor! My only complaint is that the portion size of the noodles shrunk from the first time I can. Everything was delicious. The pork & shrimp XLB was filled with soup and the dessert sampler had so many unique flavors and wasn't too sweet either. The only thing we wouldn't really order again is the salt & pepper fish. It could use a bit more flavor. Service was excellent. The servers were attentive even while they were super busy. The restaurant is a bit small so it fills up quickly. They have an iPad to add your name to the waitlist out in front. Parking is located in the back in the parking lot structure. Would highly recommend! read more

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Honestly, no complaints here--everything exceeded my expectations. The Sichuan chicken in mala sauce (aka "Saliva Chicken") was a standout. It had a nice spicy kick, balanced perfectly by that signature numbing sensation. Definitely not for the faint-hearted, but so satisfying. The crab and pork xiao long bao were equally impressive--the crab flavor came through loud and clear, and I could actually taste the crab meat in each dumpling. That's always a good sign. Service was excellent too--servers were attentive and friendly. The only small catch is the wait time, since the dining room isn't very big. But honestly, the food made it more than worth it. read more

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I have never left a restaurant having loved every single dish on the table -- until this one. My friend and I actually had our hearts set on a different spot that night, but the line was out the door, so we walked in here as a backup plan. Best accident of the year. We went big and ordered a huge spread, and every single item earned its place on the table. We started with the cucumber breast salad, which was cold and crisp and lightly dressed, a perfect opener, and the chicken was actually tender instead of the dry, stringy stuff you usually get. The crispy vegetable egg rolls were shattering crisp with a fresh filling and zero grease, and the scallion oil pancakes were flaky and light with real scallion flavor instead of just tasting like dough. The chili oil wontons might be some of the best I've had, deep layered chili oil with a little heat, wontons silky and delicate. The beef wrap pancakes were tender and well balanced, nothing overpowering. Then came the signature pork long bow, which was the table favorite by far, bold and savory and gone in minutes. Even the beef and broccoli, which felt like the safe order, was somehow a standout, tender beef and broccoli that still had some bite to it. And the pan-fried pork and napa cabbage dumplings closed things out perfectly, crispy golden bottoms, juicy filling, not a hint of grease. Everything came out hot, fresh, and full of flavor, no lulls, nothing felt like filler. Service matched the food, attentive, fast, and clearly proud of what was coming out of the kitchen. My friend and I still talk about this meal. Best Chinese food I've had in my life, and I'll be back constantly. read more

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What an incredible find. While I'm not that picky the food here completely exceed what I was expecting. The interior of this restaurant is so gorgeous and modern looking that just sitting down brings a relaxing comforting mood. Parking: there is an entire parking structure broken into two parts where one you enter from Hellman and the other you enter from the middle of Atlantic. The main parking can be accessed from both streets but there is a smaller one that can only be accessed from Atlantic. Ambiance: honestly it's incredibly nice in here. I posted a bunch of photos cuz it really is THAT nice lol. Food: Braised beef noodle soup - the flavor of this soup brings me back to my grandmas and aunts cooking. The soup is incredibly strong in flavor, the noodle and meat portion is like double of nearby competitors. Braised pork belly - portion is awesome more than filling as a meal by itself. Each piece of pork belly is so insanely tender and juicy it's really eye rolling euphoria. Pot stickers - finally someone that makes this right. Crispy base and juicy contents served on a plate with a built in sauce dish (so cute lol). Sweet corn soup - perfect sweetness filled with fluffy rich scrambled eggs Dessert - Small long Bao filled with chocolate strawberries are also an excellent treat. The sweet chocolate combined with the semi tart of fresh strawberries was very savory delicious Service - two visits and have to say the service here is just benchmark setting. Cheerful staff and an amazing server named Juhee made both our visits so warm and inviting I'm still amazed that service like this still exists. Juhee is basically the benchmark of service excellence where many strive for and few achieve. If my family still ran restaurants I would be begging to have such a charismatic server to join us. This restaurant is definitely one of the best new places to try in a long time. Highly Recommended! read more

I really wanted to love this restaurant like all the other reviewers, but sadly it fell short! I can start with the positives which were the yelp waitlist, wait time for food to come out and the overall price. But now let's get down to the negatives, the service! We arrived and were seated right away since we were on the waitlist (positive). Yet it took 10 minutes to even get a menu!! After looking over the menu it took another 10-15 minutes to get someone to take our order. Once the order was placed the food did come out quickly, however some of their dishes like the fried rice and noodles were very bland. Once we were finished eating it literally took 20+ minutes to get the server's attention so that we could get the check. The food was good, the stars were the xia long bao & the spicy wontons. But the service was very poor! One more thing, I understand that a baby changing table isn't a must in all bathrooms but atleast maintain it clean. The floors were wet and muggy! I had to change my baby on my lap and try not to slip on the wet floor. read more

Yum Long - Chinese Near Me - Monterey Park, California