Macky Express in Arcadia is a great restaurant for fans of the original Macky's in Monrovia! After closing its doors next to Fortune Market, the owner bounced back with this smaller spot at Duarte and Santa Anita Blvd. The key is now "express," think Panda Express-style with ready-made dishes to grab and go, but don't let that fool you--the food still packs that signature Macky punch.
The menu's trimmed down but keeps all the crowd-pleasers like fried rice and noodle dishes. We grabbed their beef chow fun (a must-try, legit HK-style with that killer wok hei flavor) and a to-go combo with eggplant, string beans, and orange chicken served with fried rice and noodles. Everything is great, and you can tell they're not cutting corners despite the express setup.
The owner's super friendly, even hooking us up with a free chrysanthemum drink that hit the spot. They mentioned they'll slowly bring back more fan-favorite dishes, which is exciting! Parking's easy--either in the back or on the street. If you loved Macky's in Monrovia, you'll feel right at home here. Can't wait to come back for more! read more