# Sam Woo Alhambra

> Small, cramped space with a nostalgic, homey vibe reminiscent of old Chinatown Cantonese cafes. Atmosphere reflects history of first-generation immigrants with traditional-style Chinese food and cash-only policy. Known for authentic Cantonese BBQ and reasonable prices.

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- Address: 514 Valley Blvd, Alhambra, California, United States
- Phone: +16262810038
- Google rating: 4.1 (1073 reviews)

## What it is good for

- Authentic — 10/10
- Fried Rice — 9/10
- Chinese Food — 8.7/10
- Food — 8.2/10
- Soup — 7.9/10
- Barbecue — 7.4/10
- BBQ — 7.2/10
- Roast Duck — 6.1/10
- Takeout — 5.6/10

## What people say

- "The Cantonese style food here is authentic and delicious."
- "I thought the roast duck here tasted pretty good."
- "The takeout here is such a great value, dishes are only $6.99."

## Good to know

- The restaurant only accepts cash payments; no credit cards are accepted.
- Brunch specials are available for $7.99 starting January 9th, 2025.
- Breakfast specials run from 9am to 11:30am for $7.99.
- Expect long wait times during peak hours due to limited seating.
- Large orders can cause significant backups in the ordering line.

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Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.