Bright, spacious interior with an orange theme and cozy vibe makes it kid friendly and peaceful. Authentic Chinese dishes like dumplings and wonton soups offer fast, restaurant-quality meals at street food prices. Natural lighting and background music add to the homey feel perfect for lunch.
Lunch offers comfort food with dumplings and wonton soups in specials priced around $17. Meals come fast and taste like restaurant quality at street food prices, making it a solid choice for a casual lunch.
"I found the Chinese food here to be really authentic."
"The dumplings have tender skins and juicy, well-balanced filling."
"This is a great lunch spot with delicious noodles."
Good to know
Parking is available west of El Camino Real, making it easy to find a spot.
A QR code ordering system is in place for customers to place their orders.
The restaurant offers vegetarian options on the menu.
Space blends chic and homey design with a cool coffee bar in an old pick-up truck and sea green tile bar. Lunch offers perfectly cooked Miso COD and tasty steak and spam musubi. Seating suits solo diners and groups, with plants adding calm and comfort.
Lunch features Miso COD cooked perfectly and full of flavor. Options include steak and spam musubi with consistently delicious meals.
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The restaurant is cashless and uses QR code ordering.
The bar is not yet open due to pending permits.
Portion sizes are generous and prices are reasonable.
Small space with in-house dumpling making and clean, tasteful décor creates a chill, relaxing vibe reminiscent of a Taipei street market. The menu leans toward Northern Chinese flavors despite Taiwanese labeling, featuring standout dishes like pan-fried bao and authentic beef noodle soup. Seating is limited, and ordering happens via QR code at the table.
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Parking may be hard to find during peak dining hours.
The restaurant is very small with limited seating.
They had to turn away customers because there was no seating.
Small pizza spot shines with creative curry-flavored pizzas and a vibrant purple mural. Lunch specials offer great value with quick service. Cozy, clean space keeps music low for easy conversation.
Lunch specials include a personal size pizza and a Coke can for about 11.99. Offers great value and quick service for a casual meal.
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Parking may be difficult to find, but several parking lots are within a 5-10 minute walk.
The restaurant opens late, which is convenient for late-night diners.
They offer a tremendous variety of toppings, including vegan cheese options.
Cozy cafe boasts lake views and soft jazz, perfect for calm work or relaxing. Lunch features hot sandwiches and rice bowls, ideal for quick or leisurely meals. Comfortable indoor and outdoor seating enhances the peaceful, modern vibe.
Cold and hot sandwiches, rice bowls, wraps, and bobba make up the lunch options. Calm, cozy atmosphere by the lake suits quick meals or relaxed lunches with friends.
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There is ample free parking available near the cafe.
The cafe is dog-friendly, making it a great spot for pet owners.
Expect a relaxed atmosphere suitable for light work and socializing.
Small Asian fusion spot blends Japanese style with Southeast Asian vibes. Cozy, minimalist wooden decor creates a calming atmosphere. Perfect for lunch with intimate seating that feels relaxed and homey.
Offers a very nice and relaxing atmosphere for lunch.
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You order at the front and pay first at Rin-Tei.
A parking garage is close by, making it easy to get to Rin-Tei.
Metered street parking is available right in front of the restaurant.
Bright and modern with a self-serve sauce bar for customization. Cozy and welcoming, it offers large bowls at an affordable price. Perfect for lunch with a solo diner nook and usually open seating even on busy days.
A casual spot with a nook for solo diners makes it easy to grab a quick lunch without waiting. Seating is usually available even on busy afternoons.
Good to know
The price is $9.99 per pound, but it may be higher than advertised.
A 20% discount is available for two people and 30% for three or more.
They offer a 2-pound challenge where you can eat for free if you finish.
Small space with narrow aisles feels busy but shelves stay spotless and stocked with fresh sashimi and sushi-grade fish. Offers Junmai Daiginjo sake and Japanese groceries. Lunch options include bento boxes and chicken Karaage at reasonable prices.
Offers a wide variety of pre-made Japanese lunches including bento boxes and chicken Karaage. Prices stay reasonable and the sushi and bento bar provide fresh options for lunch.
Good to know
Sashimi discount starts at 4PM; arrive early to avoid long lines.
Cooked food and sashimi available from 4PM in the deli area.
Parking can be challenging; consider visiting on weekends for easier access.
Small sushi spot shines with large bento boxes featuring tempura and sashimi at great prices. Quiet weekday lunch crowd lets you enjoy the outdoor patio perfect for people watching. Clean, pretty atmosphere makes it a relaxing lunch choice.
Lunch features bento boxes with tempura, teriyaki chicken, sashimi, miso soup, and edamame for about $20. Few people come during weekday lunch, making it a quiet spot even around 1:30pm to 2pm.
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Portion sizes are generous, especially for bento boxes, providing good value.
Prices are reasonable, making it a budget-friendly option for sushi.
The restaurant is one of the few open around 1:30pm on holidays.
Spacious Japanese spot shines with teppanyaki grills where chefs perform entertaining cooking shows. Lunch is a treat with affordable prices and standout lunch boat special served by attentive cooks like Armando and Chef Brian. Atmosphere shifts from lively fun to smoky and noisy.
Lunch offers a wonderful experience with affordable prices and excellent service. The lunch boat special stands out, and cooks like Armando and Chef Brian provide courteous, attentive care.
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Happy hour runs weekdays from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM with sushi rolls and drinks.
Reservations are accepted, but walk-ins may face long wait times.
The restaurant has a 90-minute time limit for meals during busy hours.
Cozy spot offers authentic Mediterranean and New York style pizza with simple decor and warm hospitality. Open 11 AM to 1:30 AM, perfect for a lunch meal or late bite. Both indoor and outdoor seating create a comfortable vibe for any visit.
Hours run from 11 AM to 1:30 AM, making it a convenient spot for lunch. The place serves solid meals suitable for lunch or dinner.
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The restaurant offers only HALAL food with no pork.
The restaurant remains open late for dinner.
It is just a few steps from downtown, making it easily accessible.
Cozy spot with upside-down umbrellas and subtle Japanese decor sets a refined mood. Lunch shines with $2 seafood specials like oysters and scallops, plus quick Yakitori Bento options. Heated trays keep skewers warm, making it a chill dining experience.
Lunch offers $2 specials on oysters, abalone, and scallops from Friday to Sunday. The lunch grilled seafood and Japanese Yakitori Bento provide quick, flavorful options with good value.
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Happy hour runs from 9:30 to 11:30pm, offering buy-one-get-one-free beer.
An 18% tip is automatically added to all bills.
Parking is available, but it may require a short walk.
Japanese spot shines with modern interior and bonsai lighting. Lunch draws crowds with curry udon and corn fritters in kids meals. Outdoor seating welcomes dogs, boosting its family-friendly vibe.
Waiting times reach about 20 minutes on weekdays before seating. Lunch sets and kids meals include corn fritters by default. Curry udon features as a common lunch choice.
Good to know
There is a large paid parking lot behind the restaurant.
Expect wait times of 40+ minutes during peak hours.
Reservations are not accepted; it's first come, first serve.
Bright, clean space offers authentic Yunnan noodles with light broth and chewy texture. Lunch specials keep full-size portions at lower prices, perfect for midday meals. Self-seating and QR ordering make service smooth despite the name's promise of speed.
Lunch specials match regular menu items but come with a side and cost less. Portions stay full size, and prices stay affordable during lunch hours.
Good to know
The lunch special is cheaper than the regular menu and includes a side.
Expect to seat yourself and order through the QR code on your table.
The total wait time can be about an hour during busy hours.