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Lunch and tea in Rosemead

Made for those who need a quiet tea break to anchor their midday schedule.

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Chinese noodle restaurant

Small space with traditional Asian decor and dim hanging lanterns creates a cozy but crowded atmosphere. Staff often rush diners, leading to a busy and loud environment where conversation is difficult. Colorful menus with pictures support a straightforward ordering process.

Seating happens quickly for late lunch visits. The spot fills up fast during both lunch and dinner hours.

Green apple tea offers complex notes and a spicy broth flavor at an affordable price. Honey Lemon Green Tea features fresh lemon slices with no added sugar, and passion fruit tea comes in a large size suitable for sharing.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious, especially the savory dan dan noodles."

"The Mango Green Tea here is a refreshing, flavorful delight."

"This Lunch Spot's beef noodles and XLBs are recommended."

Good to know

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Parking in the plaza can be difficult to find.

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Expect large portions; sharing is recommended.

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Reservations are not accepted, so arrive early to avoid long waits.

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Cha chaan teng (Hong Kong-style cafe)

Hong Kong-style cafe with spacious seats and a renovated classic decor offers a busy, lively atmosphere that can be loud and cool in temperature. Tables are arranged to balance comfort without feeling cramped. Affordable prices and large portions attract a steady flow throughout the day.

Large portions and a special lunch menu offer good value with reasonably priced lunch specials. Options include Hong Kong-style dishes like steak, pork chops, chicken combo, and seared tuna, often served with soup of the day and a small drink upcharge.

Unlimited Hong Kong style milk tea comes with dinner and offers complimentary refills. The tea base is solid, making the milk tea consistently authentic and delicious.

People are saying

"This Hong Kong-style cafe has a surprisingly extensive breakfast menu."

"The milk tea here is delicious and refillable."

"This Lunch Spot has generous portions and good quality for the price."

Good to know

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Lunch starts at 11:30 AM.

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Lunch specials are well priced and include soups of the day.

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The restaurant accepts both cash and card payments.

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Cantonese restaurant

Cantonese restaurant with loud ambiance and busy rush hours offers generous portions and free drink refills. The space is simple with basic decor and a practical setup. It attracts diners seeking authentic Hong Kong style dishes at reasonable prices.

Lunch specials offer affordable prices with a good value. Adding a boba drink for $2.50 during lunch hours makes the meal deal even better.

Tea comes in many varieties here, including black sesame milk tea and HK lemon ice tea. Drinks cost around $2.50 and often include free refills on milk tea, lemon tea, and coffee.

People are saying

"I found the Chinese food here delicious and authentic."

"The Cantonese food here is authentic and tasty."

"The Cantonese food here is pretty authentic and tastes great."

Good to know

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During lunch special hours, add a boba drink to your meal for $2.50.

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Lunch specials are affordable and provide good value for money.

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The portions are generous, especially for the price.

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Large seafood restaurant features aquariums with live lobsters and rotating centerpiece tables for easy sharing. Atmosphere varies from calm and classy to loud during celebrations, with a modern interior designed for large family gatherings and private parties.

Lunch specials run seven days a week with many entrées under $14. Portions come generous and dishes deliver great taste consistently.

Thai tea comes freshly served and is refilled regularly without asking. Staff stay attentive, topping off tea throughout the meal.

People are saying

"The lobster noodles were delicious and totally worth the wait."

"The garlic lobster with noodles at this Lunch Spot is a must-try."

"The tea service was so attentive, they refilled it without us asking."

Good to know

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Lunch specials are available daily from 11:30 AM to 4 PM.

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Reservations are required for large parties to ensure seating.

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Parking is limited and can fill up quickly, especially on weekends.

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Hot pot restaurant offers all-you-can-eat buffet with a self-serve sauce bar and fondue fountain. Bright, modern decor creates a warm and inviting atmosphere suitable for groups or solo diners. Seating includes shared tables and booths, with a neat and clean environment.

Lunch offers an all-you-can-eat hot pot option around $20, which includes a wide selection of items. Staff provide thoughtful touches like free birthday meals and helpful extras such as hair ties during busy hours.

Self-serve drinks include winter melon tea and fountain sodas. An all-you-can-drink option costs $1.50, adding value for tea lovers.

People are saying

"I found the food to be fresh and delicious."

"This lunch spot has a very good price, worth checking out."

"The winter melon tea here is amazing and not too sweet."

Good to know

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Parking is limited; consider street parking or nearby library lots.

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There is a 90-minute time limit per table for dining.

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On your birthday, if you come with at least two friends, the birthday person eats for free.

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Thai restaurant

Thai restaurant offers authentic flavors with an extensive menu and large American-sized portions. The atmosphere is quiet and subdued, set in a somewhat dingy space surrounded by abandoned buildings. Seating accommodates large groups, making it suitable for gatherings despite the low energy.

Lunch specials come with rice and cost around $14 to $15. Portions are filling but similar in size to some non-lunch servings. Staff may be less attentive during lunch hours, with limited drink refills.

Thai tea comes with pure dairy and has a spot on flavor. Staff sometimes offer it on the house.

People are saying

"The Thai food here is so flavorful and worth the cost."

"The papaya salad here is spicy but very tasty."

"The Thai tea here is spot on."

Good to know

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They offer lunch specials that cost around $14 to $15 and include rice.

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The restaurant has a lot of seating and can accommodate large groups.

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Parking can be crowded, so plan to arrive early.

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Seafood restaurant

Large banquet hall with Asian-style decor and a subtle gold theme creates an elegant yet simple setting. The atmosphere is loud and busy, filled with energetic crowds and occasional cigarette smell. Robot servers navigate the space, adding a modern touch to the traditional dim sum experience.

Lunch hours get very bustling with a crowd that often waits over an hour. Prices stay cheap despite the busy scene. Weekday lunches start early with friends arriving to beat the rush.

Tea here is fragrant and dimensional, never watered down like at many other dim sum spots. They serve a top-quality pot that you can enjoy from start to finish without needing to order.

People are saying

"The dim sum here is delicious and satisfying."

"I found the tea here to be top-quality and not watered down."

"The imperial cold chicken at this Lunch Spot was super flavorful and tender."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended, especially for larger groups, and can be made a day in advance.

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Parking can be difficult; arrive early to secure a spot.

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Expect a bustling atmosphere during weekend lunch hours.

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Ji Rong Peking Duck 吉荣烤鸭 image 1

Large space with big round tables suits family gatherings and groups. Atmosphere ranges from authentically noisy to calm enough for conversation, often lively with family dinners and friend gatherings. Requires advance reservation with a high minimum spend to secure popular dishes like Peking duck.

Warm tea pairs well with dishes like Roasted Peking Duck and Sweet & Sour Fish Fillet. Green Milk Tea offers a smooth flavor, and servers refill tea frequently during the meal.

People are saying

"I loved wrapping the duck with the tender, juicy meat in the thin pancakes."

"This Lunch Spot's Peking duck is the best I've ever had."

"The Chinese tea here is delicious, especially with duck."

Good to know

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Reservations require a minimum spend of $400 and must be made in advance.

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Peking duck must be ordered at least one hour ahead of time.

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Same-day reservations are not available; plan ahead to secure a table.

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