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A craving for traditional Chinese dishes requires a place that knows how to prepare them right.

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Cozy, homey atmosphere with a warm, welcoming vibe creates a sense of being on an Eastern European vacation. Family-owned setting features authentic Ukrainian and Slavic cuisine alongside unique offerings like shawarma and khinkali. Clean, intimate space plays great music and welcomes service animals, enhancing a friendly, relaxed experience.

Food features authentic Ukrainian and Eastern European dishes with rich flavors and a homemade taste. Prices stay reasonable while delivering consistently tasty and delicious meals.

Dumplings stand out as a key dish here, consistently noted for their quality. The menu also includes borscht, which pairs well with the dumplings and adds variety to the meal.

People are saying

"I thought the Mediterranean food, especially the shawarma, was the best I'd ever tasted."

"The food here is delicious and amazing."

"I thought the Chinese food dumplings were very good."

Good to know

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The restaurant is located on the second floor, accessible via an outside staircase.

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Expect a short wait time during busy dinner hours.

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The menu features authentic Ukrainian dishes, including khinkali and shawarma.

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Korean restaurant

Open kitchen reveals vibrant energy and friendly chefs in a small, cramped space with clean, authentic Korean style atmosphere. Tables are small and seating tight, creating an efficient and straightforward vibe. Aprons are offered immediately to keep clothes clean during meals.

Food here offers a satisfying mix of Chinese Korean dishes with solid flavors. The menu delivers a decent and enjoyable experience for those seeking this cuisine.

Tangsooyuk features a crispy outside and tender inside texture. The Korean style sweet and sour pork stands out for its balanced flavor and satisfying crunch.

People are saying

"The authentic Korean-Chinese flavors here are so memorable."

"The food here is so flavorful and bold."

"The Chinese food's jjajang myeon and jjamppong were flavorful with well-cooked noodles."

Good to know

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They are soft-opening now, so expect longer wait times.

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The no-tax and no-tip policy is a surprising feature.

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They close at 7:30 PM.

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Chinese restaurant

Small, clean space with cozy atmosphere and friendly service creates a welcoming environment. Bright lighting and simple decor give a modern, cafeteria-like feel. Regulars come for authentic Sichuan flavors and bold, spicy dishes rarely found elsewhere.

Authentic Sichuan cuisine arrives fast and hot, ordered easily through an app. Service stays attentive and accommodating, offering small bowls and cold water for spicy dishes.

Sichuan cuisine here features a strong but lovely numbing and tingling sensation from Szechuan pepper. Dishes like Sichuan Cold Noodles, handmade dumplings, and scallion pancakes come in generous portions with fresh ingredients like fish fillets and crab meat.

People are saying

"The Chinese food here has this addictive Sichuan tingle."

"The service at this Lunch Spot really stood out; my waiter was so thoughtful."

"The food here is so delicious and flavorful."

Good to know

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Ordering is done via QR code at each table for convenience.

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Parking is available in the large shopping center where the restaurant is located.

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The restaurant offers lunch specials that provide great value for the cost.

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Chinese restaurant

Quaint Chinese restaurant with bright, clean atmosphere and modern place settings. Offers a massive menu featuring authentic Szechuan dishes known for bold, spicy flavors. Accommodates large groups and provides affordable lunch specials with generous portions.

Food arrives piping hot with large portions and authentic Sichuan flavors. Quality and taste stand out as truly excellent and delicious.

Strong Sichuan flavors shine in dishes like Ma Po Tofu, hot and sour soup, and Chong Qing chicken. Large portions include favorites such as Mongolian beef, scallion pancakes, and spicy chicken dumplings.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be truly excellent."

"The food here is excellent, especially the tender meats and flavorful vegetables."

"The Chinese food here is amazing, especially the Mongolian beef."

Good to know

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Lunch specials are available Monday to Friday from 11am to 3pm.

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Expect large portion sizes that provide good value for the price.

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The restaurant can accommodate large groups of 10 or more.

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Chinese restaurant

Hidden spot with modern decor and clean, calming atmosphere offers chill vibes and music at a perfect volume. The space feels welcoming and comfortable, making it easy to talk and enjoy meals. It stands out for its heartwarming environment despite occasional messiness in the dining hall.

Food here is consistently authentically tasty with strong Korean influences. The dishes offer comfort food quality and maintain great taste and service every visit.

Sweet and sour pork stands out with its chewy texture and balanced flavor. The menu also features black soybean noodles and jjamppong, both noted for their taste.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be really delicious."

"The Korean food, especially the jjajangmyeon, is seriously delicious."

"The sweet and sour pork is chewy and crispy."

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Parking is convenient for visitors.

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They offer a $5.99 end of year promotion for Jjajangmyun.

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The restaurant is known for its cleanliness.

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Large, modern space with visible kitchen and stylish design creates a welcoming atmosphere. Tables feature built-in drawers for utensils and napkins, plus self-serve condiment areas enhance convenience. Energy stays lively with a DJ playing Kpop videos, blending dining with entertainment.

Food offers phenomenal comfort with perfectly cooked ingredients and tender, lean meat. The concept of building your own meal adds a delicious, personalized touch to the experience.

Build-your-own hot pot offers a mix of vegetables, noodles, meats, and seafood with broth or stir fry options. Korean-style spicy hot pot and sweet and sour pork stand out as flavorful dishes.

People are saying

"The interactive hotpot experience is so much fun."

"I loved the creamy, spicy malatang soup with its nice kick."

"I loved building my own Chinese Food hot pot with so many ingredients."

Good to know

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They do not close until 12 am, but lights are turned off at 11 pm.

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A mandatory 20% service charge applies for groups of 5 or more.

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The minimum order is 1 pound excluding broth, priced by weight.

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Chinese restaurant

Casual Chinese restaurant with a kid-friendly setup including highchairs and booster seats. Atmosphere is quiet after lunch and can feel cluttered inside. Known for authentic Cantonese barbecue with standout dishes like BBQ pork and roast duck.

Authentic Cantonese flavors shine through in the BBQ pork, roasted duck, and soups. The menu offers fresh ingredients and a wide variety of dishes that taste just like in Hong Kong.

Authentic Cantonese barbecue stands out with dishes like Beef Sate Hot Pot with Glass Noodles and Char Siu. Other highlights include chicken chow mein, salt and pepper pork chops, and beef chow fun, all served at fair prices.

People are saying

"The Chinese food here is amazing and authentic."

"The BBQ pork and roasted duck here are exceptionally good."

"I found the Chinese BBQ here to be top notch."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended for large orders, especially for roasted pork belly.

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Expect to arrive early as popular dishes often sell out by evening.

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Ample free parking is available at the restaurant.

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Japanese restaurant

Large space with beautiful glasswork and pleasant background music creates a relaxed, low-key vibe. Ordering happens through a QR code system on phones, adding a no-contact convenience. Seating is spacious and clean, with options to store bikes and skateboards inside for safekeeping.

Food here is unbelievably high-quality and consistently good. The Lo Bak Go turnip cake stands out as a favorite dim sum dish. Ordering is easy with a QR code system that delivers food right to your table.

Dim sum served on plates keeps everything fresh and made to order, with standout items like BBQ pork steamed buns and Xiao Long Bao. The dumplings and ramen offer consistent quality and great value, even holding up well for takeout.

People are saying

"The dim sum here is fresh, tasty, and perfectly cooked."

"The food here is delicious and tasty."

"The dim sum here is fresh, tasty, and perfectly cooked."

Good to know

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The restaurant only offers a QR code menu, no physical menus available.

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Expect to pay around $4 for soup and $3 more per order than other places.

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Portion sizes are small, allowing for easier tasting of multiple dishes.

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Chinese restaurant offers wide variety of baked and cooked goods with plentiful servings and fresh BBQ pork buns. Atmosphere is quiet due to location in an empty mall, allowing quick access without lines. Food features tasty noodles and delicious bread that stand out among similar places.

Chinese food offers a wide variety including chowmein and pastry foods. Buns and other items match the chowmein in quality, making the food consistently good whether eaten at the mall or taken home.

Sweet and sour chicken stands out alongside fried rice, chowmein, and wonton soup. Almond cookie offers a notable finish.

People are saying

"You have to try the chowmein and BBQ pork buns at the Mall."

"This food's chowmein has tastier flavors than anywhere else I knew."

"I loved their fried rice and chow mein."

Good to know

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Mae Mee Fresh Food and Bakery offers a wide variety of food options.

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Expect quick service with minimal wait times at Commons mall.

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Moon cakes and hombao are available for purchase.

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Chinese restaurant

Bright, modern space with open kitchen where chefs prepare dishes in view. Atmosphere stays clean and calm with soft background music, even when busy. Seating is close together and can feel cramped, with uncomfortable chairs limiting social ease.

Delicious dumplings arrive quickly whether for pick-up or dining in. Food consistently tastes amazing and offers excellent quality at reasonable prices.

Soup dumplings feature thin dough and a deeply savory flavor. Dumplings come juicy, noodles have a perfect texture, and pancakes are crisp outside, tender inside. Pumpkin Dumplings with whipped cream offer a light, slightly sweet dessert.

People are saying

"The Chinese food here, especially the dumplings, is fantastic."

"The scallion pancakes were crisp and worth the wait."

"The food here is amazing, especially the dumplings."

Good to know

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Expect a wait time of no more than 5 minutes during dinner rush hours.

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Prices are reasonable, allowing for a good meal without overspending.

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Bao takes time to prepare; avoid ordering right when they open.

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Mandarin restaurant

Mandarin restaurant inside a busy market offers a welcoming atmosphere with comfort food and generous portions. Service stands out as a positive feature despite high prices. Food quality varies, with some dishes praised for flavor and others noted as inconsistent.

Authentically flavorful Chinese Korean dishes offer plentiful portions with delicious taste. Quality food impresses with a strong connection to traditional flavors.

Sweet and sour pork features tender meat and a more enjoyable taste. Orange chicken offers richer, layered flavors with a satisfying finish. Chow mein is also very good here.

People are saying

"The Jjajangmyeon here has a super deep flavor."

"The Chinese Food here has outstanding, gracious, and prompt service."

"I found the food here to be plentiful and delicious."

Good to know

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Expect to pay around $26 for a single bowl of food.

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Prices have increased significantly after the recent ownership change.

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The restaurant offers generous portions suitable for lunch and dinner.

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