Restaurants in El Monte

“Unspeakable Chicken Lemon Grass and request special Hai Nam Rice together with Soup too , wouw taste still inside tongue even past a day holy deliciousouly , hummm , yummy holy deliciousouly”

“Staff are awesome!! Yogurt is very yummy!”

“This is great comfort food like Mom would make. The tortillas are awesome and the birria is juicy and tender! Highly recommend.”

“😃I like the way they cook all family members working real Thai Food cook by Thai people”

“Everyone so nice to us. Really enjoyed the restaurant and its employees”

“Highly not recommended dim sum here or not fresh taste nasty over pricing first time trying would never come back again. There’s better place in the area. Don’t waste your time here. I will give zero star if I can.”

“Amazing food! Nice service and friendly owner!”

“Their banh canh is the standout. They use this flour that you don’t find most places and is very nice and it is like the countryside. bun bo hue is good but it did not stand out! Ladies were very nice and come and try their banh canh!”

“the restaurant is super clean. If you show up thinking you're going to order Orange chicken, Broccoli beef, kung pao chicken or any of that chinese fast food then this is not the place for you. BUT if you're looking for some delicious mouth watering dumplings cooked in various forms then you're at the CORRECT place. I brought my mom here and we tried the pork chive regular dumplings, the pan fried beef and cumin dumplings and the regular fried rice. All of it was delicious. Also they give you a complimentary bowl of egg drop corn soup. NOT a small bowl but a good size portion, it was GOOOOOD. I will definitely be back with the rest of the family and I want to try the beef noodle soup. DON'T fall asleep on the fried rice.”

“great meal and very Pleasant service..”

“Love this place love the meets they host the drinks are really good and so is the tofu”

“The Jolly Jug is one of those iconic places that can never be duplicated. The original Jolly Jug was in South El Monte in the 1930s and people came from all around to eat their famous Pastrami’s and Beef Dip sandwiches. Going into another century of their delicious food and cold beer, you can’t go wrong by making a pit stop here. In a world of hip restaurants trying to reinvent LA cuisine, the Jug is comfort food, done right. ❤️”

“Excellent! This is my favorite restaurant; the food here is delicious and suits my taste perfectly. I will definitely come back and recommend it to some friends.”

“Our first time ever Trying the Vietnamese food! One word ; THE BEST!!”

“I stumbled upon this place while driving from LA to Las Vegas and searching for breakfast. We came all the way from Maryland for my birthday weekend, and this has been the best food we’ve had so far on our trip. Everything was amazing—from the coffee to the buttered bread served at the table. You can really see and taste the homemade care put into every dish.

I had the home fries, and you could tell they were hand-cut from thinly sliced potatoes. My friend ordered the veggie omelet—my God, it was so good. I had the pork chops with home fries and eggs, and wow… if only you could taste this plate. Don’t skip the homemade salsa they bring to the table—absolutely incredible. I highly recommend this place. 10s across the board.”

“The food here is like Grandma used to make. Delicious”

“I went here for the first time on a Monday evening. The service was really good and on point on this day. Staff was always checking on us, always making sure our stove was clean or removing finished dishes. I got us the Deluxe meal. The spicy baby octopus was good. The gyōza dumplings and egg rolls were really good. They have sushi as well. Their menu can be accessed by QR code or you can ask for a physical menu.”

“I really cannot say enough good things about this place.

Let’s start by saying the Maria, the Chef knows exactly what she’s doing.
The food was amazzzziiiinnngggg!

If you like hot, Nashville hot is the way to go.

The Gentleman serving the food was just amazing.
Sincere respectful and very caring.

The portions are big and the flavor is epic.

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Bonus Tip: They have the best banana pudding on planet earth!!!!

Will come back here again and again and again !!!!”

“it was bomb food and service was great.”

“The bolo bao ice cream sandwich was the bomb! I had it with ube ice cream. The garlic fries - lots of fresh garlic with a side of bomb lemon aoili and house sauce! The best! Passionfruit green tea was perfect for the hot weather! So cute inside too! It's a smaller space and a one man show. Everything is made fresh so please be patient - it's worth the wait! Great service! It's a hidden gem to the right of BofA in the plaza. — at CrispyandFluffed.”

“Ordered at the front and took about 10-15 minutes for the food to come out.

Asada taco - $2.50 - they are pretty generous with the meat! They’ll give you red and green sauce. You can ask for both!

Shrimp taco - $3.00 - pretty good! Its not shrimp, but more of a shrimp patty? You can taste the pieces of shrimp when you bite into it as well!

Fish taco- $3.00 - theres more batter for fish - luckily the toppings help balance the oil from the fried batter. The size of the fish when i ordered to eat there was big. The one i ordered to-go was smaller. I was a bit disappointed at first but the flavor didn’t change. I asked for sauce to go as well.

Horchata - cant go wrong with it! They have regular or large!

Parking: limited! Street parking is available!”

“Clean,Friendly great atmosphere”

“This is a small place that feels like you're eating at your Abuelita's place. With authentic Mexican food and drinks. They make the cafe de olla in the clay pot. They even tweaked a meal for me to be the way I like it. I have been a few times and haven't been disappointed. Give them a try.”

“the hamburgers the chicken plate tje Good customer serves.been coming here for the last 35 year's.”

“I've been coming to the shakeys since I was a little girl..I am now forty eight years old.And I still come here because I enjoy the food.The atmosphere and it feels like home to me.Because I grew up in this city, and this was the shakeys i came to always. Today's visit was extra special, Valerie who works there made sure we had clean plates and welcomed us upon arrival.”

“We had a great experience at Aloha Stacks where they provided a large takeout for a party. Betrix was very accommodating, helpful, and generous throughout the entire experience. Questions and order adjustments were answered quickly and made it very easy to order. The food is great and we look forward to eating here in the future.”

“Went there for the first time with my family absolutely delicious. The food was amazing. The staff was very nice. Friendly will definitely be coming back. Definitely recommend.”

“Walk into pho huỳnh I was immediately struck by the inviting atmosphere. The decor blend modern elements with touches of Vietnamese tradition, created a warm, cozy space. Soft lighting, calm music, and hint of aromatic spices in the air, set the perfect tone for an authentic dining experience.”

“This place is the best in town good customer service always hot always on time and good prices. I’m a loyal customer and I would never go anywhere else.”

“Really good place to go eating Mimi is one of the best in this place. Dennys El Monte on the flair.”

“You will never get a sub quite as lovely as these. I don’t know why they’re so good, maybe fresh bread and fresh ingredients IDK but Turkey extra chili is my fave!! Mom loves Milanesa and the fried sides are YUMM too! I learned how to make my voice heard at the old little market. The big construction men at lunch time would be shouting out their orders. I was 11 years old and had to shout my order too!! Been a patron since 1982!!”

“Sakura Grill is a great spot for fresh, flavorful Japanese-inspired dishes served in a relaxed, casual setting. The menu has a nice variety, and everything comes out well-prepared and consistent. The grilled items are especially satisfying tender, well-seasoned, and cooked just right.

Service is friendly and efficient, and orders are handled quickly whether you’re dining in or taking out. The atmosphere is simple and comfortable, making it easy to enjoy a laid-back meal. Overall, Sakura Grill is a solid go-to for dependable, tasty food with good value.”

“This is a very cozy spot to grab a good meal. It’s not fancy or over the top, but that’s honestly part of its charm. It feels like a small local Japanese place where the focus is simply on serving good, comforting food.

The staff were very kind as well. It happened to be raining when we arrived, and they were nice enough to let us come in a little earlier than opening, which we really appreciated.

I ordered the pork cutlet with curry and the portion was very generous — definitely satisfying and full of flavor. The only small hiccup was that my Diet Coke was forgotten at first, so I had to ask again, but they brought it out shortly after.

Overall, it was a really pleasant experience. If you’re looking for a casual place with tasty food and a relaxed atmosphere, this spot is definitely worth checking out. The price per person is also very reasonable for the portion sizes you get.”

“the food was very good 👍”

“I came from canada and I was driving around to look for some Indian food that's where I saw curry time and spoke to the host Amita MONGA and the way she welcomed me was unbelievable and the food that she recommended was so mouth watering that I couldn't resist and took some food for home as well for my family Must try thief food”

“Best food I've had around the area. workers super friendly. Highly recommend 💖”

“Tiny little mom and pop place in the Arden Plaza between Bank of America and Action Lanes bowling. The kind lady served me. Seems pretty clean and quiet. I'll update you on my food soon.

Update! Food is beautiful and delicious”

“🙂👍 Jin does a great job!”

“Delicious and flavorful dim sum! Portion sizes are huge! They aren't the little tiny servings at the dim sum restaurants.

It's take out only. And cash is preferred but they take credit cards too.

This is an old school mom and pop place and the owners are super gracious and down to earth! Prices are cheap too!

Go support them!”

“Love the pizza. I wish they would expand their toppings. The one complaint is their online ordering form by Tabit.us is terrible to use. The fields for data entry are too small, and you can’t see if you’ve made an entry error. For example when entering my phone number I accidentally hit one wrong number, and didn’t see it until it went to send the confirmation code to the wrong number. I used the back arrow, and was not able to enter a new phone number. I deleted the whole order, reordered, and it pulled up the wrong phone number again. The only way I was able to place an order was to delete the order AGAIN, log out of the website, log back in, and select NO to Use location? Terrible ordering experience that could easily be fixed with a better form design. It’s not rocket science.”

“Good tasting food, calm atmosphere, and super friendly staff. I come here once a month for a Thursday meet up with friends and try different items on the menu. They are all delicious.”

“Had a great experience here the other day. Looks to be a family run thing. I think it’s the dad who is cooking and the son helps out and I believe the mom. Love seeing this kind of thing. Need more of it. And the food is also really good haha. I’d definitely recommend their Caldo De Res or their Enchilada plate.”

“South El Monte is full of Asian foods and this place is where people come for Taiwanese items and boba. There are about 10+ other options for boba stores in South El Monte though this spot is one of the best for prices. It is affordable and give good deals, better than boba stores in cities like Monterey Park and Arcadia so people always come by and shop here.”

“The roast duck is juicy, Char Siu is tender and juicy. It’s under new management and Beef Stir Fry rice noodles is most popular. Prices are very reasonable. No pictures because before I can do so… food are mostly gone 🤣 will come back for sure”

“Great service and delicious food.”

“I was impressed with my order was the best burger I have had in years, everything was so fresh the lettuce, the patty well done and the flavor super with that special grill taste 😋 and fries nice hot ,wow”

“was charged 113.48 didnt see it til i checked my credit card statement. otherwiise everything is great here. been coming here for years. still the best.”

“There was a lady there that was very nice. I didn’t get to catch her name, but she was very attendant and made it feel very welcoming. Will definitely be going back.”

“Love it!!!”

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5-Star Review
This Jack in the Box in South El Monte is a great spot, especially with the updates they’re making! The location is currently under construction, so just keep that in mind — but the remodel is looking really nice and worth it. The inside decor has a modern feel with touches of art that make it stand out.
I also loved seeing that they’ve been established since 1988 — it shows their history in the community and adds a nice, local touch.
The staff here are very friendly, respectful, and welcoming. They provide great service and make the experience smooth from start to finish. Another big plus is that this location accepts EBT, which is really helpful.
The food was fresh, the service was quick, and they even play good music while you dine in, which adds to the overall vibe.
Highly recommend stopping by if you’re in the South El Monte area — great food, great service, and a cool environment! ⭐🍔🎶”

“Prices higher than other locations, but for the service and cleanliness, which are above average, worth it. I don’t like that there’s people with no kids in the kids area. And peoples going out through the emergency door, even though the alarms sounds and there’s a poster saying: this is only an emergency exit, alarm will sound...”

“The food and the service were amazing!!!”

“Really good Peruvian Food we had the whole chicken 2 of them and 3 Lomo saltados with rice n beans homemade flour tortillas nd all the sauces they had were really good. Delicious grub..”

“Cute place with inside seating. Salmon bowl came with good size portion of salmon, cucumbers, tomato and spinach on a bed of brown rice. oh, and nicely spiced secret sauce. I definitely recommend and will be coming back to try some breakfast options.”

“Excellent service, sweet ladies, great prices & a humble atmosphere�”

“Came here on a whim with my daughter. So glad we did. Food is amazing staff is great. Medudo was so good. Reminds me of eating at my grandma's table. My daughter loved her asada burrito too. The aguas frescas are soo good they are full of flavor and not watered down like other places I've been to. This place definately does not disappoint. Cute little restaurant. Definitely recommend 100%. As a Mexican I am very picky and find it hard to find good mexican food while I am out and about. Will definitely come back and bring others with me.”

“This weekend, at my niece’s Sweet 16 celebration, I tasted a cake that completely changed my mind about dessert. I usually hate cake—but this one? Hands down the most delicious, unforgettable slice I’ve ever had. I was so blown away, I had to ask my sister-in-law where she got it and the exact location. It was that good.”

“Excelente lugar. Se los recomiendo!! Riquísimo”

“The chicken curry with baguette was so flavorful rich, creamy, and comforting! Love that everything here tastes homemade.”

“We love this place. I’ve been going there for years never had an unpleasant experience. The food is always so so delicious and the family and employees that work. There are just always so kind.”

“La vdd todo RIQUISIMOOO el sarandeado las empanadas de camarón �� ��� delicioso y el agua de cirula OMG ricaaaa !!�� .... me quite el antojo de empanadas que traía ���. Muchas gracias por su atención ��”

“👌🏼 Best Birria! Como si anduviera en Calvis 😍”

“Menudo was good but if you’re eating there, there’s limited outdoor seating. There was a sign saying they will be closed for the holidays from 12/22/25-1/5/26.”

“El Monte doesn’t have too many good boba spots, but Ono Tea House is a decent option. Prices here are a little lower than most places, which is nice.

The tea itself is just okay — not super strong — and the drinks can lean on the sweeter side. I usually order mine with 1/4 sugar since I don’t like them too sweet.

Overall, it’s not a spot I’d go out of my way for, but if you’re in El Monte and really craving boba, it does the job.”

“la comida mui rica el servicio excelente lo recomiendo 💯%👌👍”

“me gustó la sopa y los apps”

“I wish they made Thrifty ice cream with out sugar for diabetes. The could make it with stevia, malitol or erithratol.”

“I had a great experience at **Big Wok China Restaurant**. The food was fresh, flavorful, and served in generous portions. Everything we ordered tasted authentic and well prepared, from the perfectly seasoned fried rice to the delicious entrées that came out hot and full of flavor.

The staff was friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. The service was quick, and the restaurant itself was clean and comfortable, which made the whole dining experience even better.

If you’re looking for tasty Chinese food with great service and good portions, Big Wok China Restaurant is definitely worth visiting. I’ll definitely be coming back again! 🥢🍜⭐”

“Sus nieves rikisimas los tostilocos para chuparse los dedos se las recomiendo!”

“This is a wonderful way to cater a fun party! The caterers arrive and set up their grill/fry station, sides, etc. We had them use a side patio which worked out great. The menu choices were fantastic, and the food was delicious! Everyone commented on how delicious the tacos, quesadillas and potato taquitos all were. Definitely recommended!”

“It’s been a while since I last ate there. Still just as good 😋”

“I’m devastated that I loved their pho so much too since I’m trying not to eat out as much. I had the pho with brisket and fried egg rolls. It was delicious and had generous amounts of all the fixings. I can eat but the pho portion was filling and shareable. The employees were very friendly even though I ended up there unexpectedly and had on a ratty tshirt and pijamas 😅”

“Been following them since I was 4 years old && I’m now 31. Best place to eat ❤️”

“me gustó la sopa y los apps”

“I been coming here for a year now happy to see dine in is open again, amazing beef noodle soup and I yummy fruit tea. Very worth the price and family own business that has amazing customer service 10/10”

“I got the Italian sub and it absolutely exceeded my expectations. I can't say enough good things about this restaurant. An absolute must stop for anyone looking for a great deal on excellent food.”

“this place is on point!!!!”

“Been going here since i was little. Food never disappoints! The people there are lovely and its overall the best pricing wise and taste wise if you want cheap, good eats! Only cons are that theyre cash only and dont have open restrooms but still super good!!”

“Best Italian food in town. Delicious pizza, lasagna, pastrami sandwich and of course Great people.”

“I've been coming here since the mid 90s.. best burgers I've had. Prices went up but you know what, its soooo worth it.. everyone knows me here and they make me feel like family.. that's what I look for in a food joint.. I will always come back here”

“I had a bowl of pho at Pho 99 and it was amazing! The broth was rich and flavorful, the beef was tender, and the noodles were just right. Everything tasted fresh and authentic. The staff was friendly and the place was clean and cozy. Highly recommend for pho lovers!”

“I was in town on vacation, stopped in for some breakfast. Had a sandwich, donuts, coffee and took back some cake. The service was amazing and food was 10 out of 10. I highly recommend.”

“Really nice service and very yummy boba! We ordered the strawberry matcha and butterfly coconut and they both were delicious. I needed mine without dairy but forgot to ask, she graciously offered to remake it for me at no extra charge. Thank you!”

“The food and the service were amazing!!!”

“Amazing food and even better service! Mayra made me feel right at home while dining. I love supporting this awesome family-owned spot and I'm already planning my next visit for breakfast. 10/10 recommendation for a family outing or a peaceful solo date!”

“Place is literally off the freeway exit so it’s noisy and lots of dust! But don’t let the location fool you!!!! TACOS ARE 9/10-10/10 depending what you like. I tried Asada, Al Pastor, and birria and they were FIRE nice selection of drinks (Agua frescas and sodas) and nice fresh ”

“delicious breakfast at a very good price and a very friendly atmosphere”

“The food AND service is always good they have friendly staff that make you feel welcomed. Went today around 1 pm whoever was in the kitchen has it on lock, it was amazing. Laura was the cashier / server she was also amazing, had to leave a review!”

“I know not all food is perfect. This place is pretty good all around . At times I do question it but I haven't been able to find another place like this ..”

“It's a great little place. Another lost gem in Los Amgeles,please check it out. I live a block away,this place has so many options. Oh and ice cream,banana splits...❤️ IT!”

“THey have great food. Friendly staff Quick service and a clean pleasant eating environment.”

“It’s been a great experience every time with outstanding customer service!!! No complaints here—great job!!!”

“very good comfort food that you can really dig into<3”

“Nice people, they are available to take your order with no wait…the large is enough for me to enjoy all day with no problem. The fish is always fresh and the place is very clean.”

“que vallan a disfrutar de toda esa tranquilidad que se respira hay”

“If you are looking for steamed tacos, these are the best I've found! The menu is simple with just 4 meat options, but honestly, those are the only ones you need when they are cooked this well. Everything is savory and delicious. Plus, the service is great and the staff is super nice.”

“Great food, great prices and generous servings. Friendly staff and good atmosphere”

“was charged 113.48 didnt see it til i checked my credit card statement. otherwiise everything is great here. been coming here for years. still the best.”

“i and a friend ate there .the food was good . the service was attentive .the seating areas were adequate. but the facilities were unavailable for use. hope they get that fixed soon.”

“I was their customer when they were still at the San Gabriel location. Now they are much closer to my business and I love their new showroom. I buy all my supplies from them. Vivian and Mauricio are very knowledgeable and help me with everything when I go there.”

“Really good Peruvian Food we had the whole chicken 2 of them and 3 Lomo saltados with rice n beans homemade flour tortillas nd all the sauces they had were really good. Delicious grub..”

“I'm new in the neighborhood, from New York. They make great coffee, doughnuts, drinks and sandwiches. The girl was pleasant and spoke politely. The prices are good and this will now be my go to coffee shop. I highly recommend this coffee spot.”

“I wish they made Thrifty ice cream with out sugar for diabetes. The could make it with stevia, malitol or erithratol.”

“Clean,Friendly great atmosphere”

“Very good vegetarian restaurant. Strongly suggest to add Indian vegetarian food”

“Such a good service ,cakes are awesome such a good taste for sure I'll be back .”

“Best roast duck!!! I always thought Sam Woo was the best , but their duck is delicious. Everything was freshly made!!”

“the hamburgers the chicken plate tje Good customer serves.been coming here for the last 35 year's.”

“I've been coming to the shakeys since I was a little girl..I am now forty eight years old.And I still come here because I enjoy the food.The atmosphere and it feels like home to me.Because I grew up in this city, and this was the shakeys i came to always. Today's visit was extra special, Valerie who works there made sure we had clean plates and welcomed us upon arrival.”

“You will never get a sub quite as lovely as these. I don’t know why they’re so good, maybe fresh bread and fresh ingredients IDK but Turkey extra chili is my fave!! Mom loves Milanesa and the fried sides are YUMM too! I learned how to make my voice heard at the old little market. The big construction men at lunch time would be shouting out their orders. I was 11 years old and had to shout my order too!! Been a patron since 1982!!”

“Food was good, red salsa had great flavor. I like spicy and it was the perfect level of spicy for me. The place is a bit chaotic, as far as the ordering/pickup process goes.”

“Stop playing around and get some chicharron tacos you will thank me later
Wanna try something new taste the lengua tacos and to share with your dog a plain asada or chicken taco will hit the spot
Don't forget the green salsa Fam
Enjoy”

“Prices higher than other locations, but for the service and cleanliness, which are above average, worth it. I don’t like that there’s people with no kids in the kids area. And peoples going out through the emergency door, even though the alarms sounds and there’s a poster saying: this is only an emergency exit, alarm will sound...”

“Staff are awesome!! Yogurt is very yummy!”

“Delicious 🤤 burgers 🍔 and fries”

“Really good place to go eating Mimi is one of the best in this place. Dennys El Monte on the flair.”

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5-Star Review
This McDonald’s in El Monte is a really solid and reliable location, especially when you need something quick while you’re out handling your day. Being right next to Sam’s Club makes it super convenient.
The staff here are very friendly and professional — they truly made the experience pleasant and welcoming.
One thing to know is that this location does not accept EBT. If you’re using the kiosks, they’ll automatically prompt you to pay, which can be a little confusing if you’re planning to use cash. The way around it is to let the payment screen time out, and then it will give you the option to pay at the counter. Once you know that, it’s easy to navigate.
I also noticed that the deals in the app were a bit different at this location. For example, instead of the usual Filet-O-Fish deal, they had a Big Mac meal for around $8, which is a great value considering the sandwich alone is usually that price. Definitely check your app for current deals when you visit.
Overall, this location came through exactly when I needed it. Great service, convenient location, and a positive experience all around. It really feels like a helpful staple in the community. Highly recommend! 🍔✨”

“I was impressed with my order was the best burger I have had in years, everything was so fresh the lettuce, the patty well done and the flavor super with that special grill taste 😋 and fries nice hot ,wow”

“Everyone so nice to us. Really enjoyed the restaurant and its employees”

“Popeyes is the Shiznit!!!”

“I appreciate this place. It’s tricky to drive and park here so keep that in mind. The only way to enter the plaza is going north on Peck Road or east on Ramona. The staff here is overall very professional and wonderful. The quality of their drinks and bakery items is great too. I like their muffins, coffee, espresso and lavender latte. Look forward to trying more items.

Updated: Their strawberry matcha latte and horchata latte are amazing today, paired with their wonderful customer service. I look forward to trying their banana one some time. Their matcha horchata and strawberry mango Fresca are good too.

Note: for hot strawberry matcha latte, your milk options are oat milk or almond milk”

“Love this place love the meets they host the drinks are really good and so is the tofu”

“Friendly owner
Fast service
Fresh boba daily
Clean and cute

Ordered the coconut milk tea, which was really good; I might need to adjust the sweetness next time.”

“I had a great experience at this restaurant. Estefany provided an excellent customer service and was very helpful with the promotion. I will definitely come back”

“I was craving for lomo saltado, and was searching for a place in the area. I found this place with great reviews, decided to come by. It is located on Garvey Ave in the same plaza of a grocery store. Parking was easy.

The decoration gave me a little Asian vibes to it. The owner is a very kind man. He is very friendly and welcoming. He offered all the customers with free drinks or soda. He speaks English, Spanish, Cantonese, and mandarin. I am amazed by that. Salute.

We ordered 2 lomo saltado, and it is the best lomo saltado I have had so far. He uses beef slices instead of steak chunk. However, no where I have been can beat the taste of it. The beef was tender and juice, and the fries were crispy!

I will come back to support small business again!”

“They opened not long ago. I guess it is a small food chain. They do Mexican and American fast food. I got the Al pastor torta which was huge and tasty. Would come back to try more items.”