18 Best Chinese Restaurants in El Monte

“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.“

“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! 🥢🍜⭐“

“Employees are nice and food is decent. Huge portions and you can order a combination of white rice, fried rice, or chow mein. I personally like the mushroom chicken the most.

Don't come here right at open like I did. They only had about 1/3 of the dishes ready. I recommend coming in half an hour after opening.“

“Tasty food, decent prices for portions. Definitely try a few things to see if they suit your tastes, don't just choose 1 item. Very small area for indoor seating - almost as an after thought, this is a mostly take out kinda place. We have enjoyed the Beef Pad Thai, BBQ Pork Fried Rice, and Orange Chicken, so far. It is CASH ONLY at time of review, and has been for awhile as far as I know.“

“If you are looking for authenticity of Nanjing Salted Duck, this is the place.

The restaurant features a delicacy that you can not find in other restaurants. You should always pair the duck with a noodle soup as the salty flavor compliments it super well.

The turkey served in a similar fashion also has great flavor which is hard to achieve considering that turkey generally is dry.

The people are always down to chat so don't be afraid to start a conversation with them“

“Their spicy fried shrimps are extremely addicting!!!“

“This is a great place to pick up quality moon cakes at a good price. They taste great vs many other overpriced locations. All their moon cake flavors are excellent. Great presentation and professional business. It’s at the corner of the Thai food place shared with the small market. Makes great gifts for the seasonal moon cake festivals! Do waste time on other places. Trust!!!“

“My son and I were sick with headcolds. I was told that the Wonton chicken soup here was miraculous! We went there and got some. It is the best Wonton soup ever. We are feeling much, much better because of that Heavenly soup! Thank you to the kind people who work there. Many blessings to you all, love Dorothy ❤️“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5-Star Review
Rice Wok is such a great local spot! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and made right in front of you, which makes the experience even better. It’s similar to a Panda Express-style setup where you can choose your items, but with that personal, local touch that really makes it stand out.
One of my favorite parts is watching them prepare the meats — if you order the teriyaki chicken, barbecue chicken, or barbecue pork, they’ll chop it up fresh right in front of you… chop, chop, chop! It just adds to the whole experience and lets you know your food is made with care.
The atmosphere feels very family-oriented and welcoming, which we really appreciated. Plus, they have a great deal — if you get a two-item plate, you can also get two egg rolls and a free drink, which is definitely worth it!
Delicious food, great value, and a warm environment — I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“I was looking for a new Chinese fast food place. I was worried about the dishes not being fresh. After looking for some reviews, I found this place. I decided to give it try.Staff was friendly. Menu was pretty clear. The dishes looked good and appetizing. I got the 3 items combo. All tasted good and fresh. I'm happy with the quality which is really important to me.I definitely can recommend this place!“

“I've been ordering food from China express for the past 2 years. I'm satisfied all the time. I usually order through uber eats since it's the only way I can get my salt n pepper shrimp lol. It's because when I go in person and ask for it, I get told they don't have that but whenever I order through uber I always get it and it's delicious. (I promise it's the correct restaurant). Either way, the chow mein is great. Fried rice is great too. Not mushy, not dry, perfectly cooked and not overly greasy. Their broccoli beef, spicy fried chicken, and omg the orange chicken. Their orange chicken has a perfect taste and I love that even though it's nicely coated with the sweet glaze, the chicken still maintains it's crunch. (I have a problem with soggy mushy orange chicken from other places). Plus, I always know, that I will always have seconds to for dinner or take for lunch the next day. Plus, it's not overly pricey.“

“For just under $30, you can dive into an absolute seafood feast every Saturday! Indulge in all-you-can-eat snow crab, delicious sushi, freshly made beef noodles with veggies, succulent scallops, flavorful fish, a vibrant salad bar, warm bread, mouthwatering pizza, delightful popcorn, and perfectly sautéed shrimp. The fried shrimp was seriously fantastic—crispy and bursting with flavor! Honestly, it’s the best meal I’ve enjoyed in a decade. Don’t miss out on this incredible experience!“

“We love Mr. Chopsticks food, our favorite is fried pork chops, long green beans. We also have tried and liked honey almond shrimp. There’s so much food to pick from and you can go family style.“

“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.“

“Family-owned & operated specializing in Chicken Pho, and Hai Phong-style chicken and rice.

Perfect for a cold and/or rainy day. Comfort food. A nice find hidden in the SW corner plaza of Santa Anita and Lower Azusa.“

“It is a Togo vegan place with delicious bento box at amazing price. My mom who is vegan always asks me to stop by whenever I am visiting her to grab her a bento box. They do take credit card (used to be cash only). They also have a lot of frozen food for sale.“

“This restaurant is my number one restaurant. Of all restaurants I know I prefere it most. I never miss an opportunity to go to this restaurant. Whenever I feel like having a good lunchon, this place comes straight to my head. best and many types of food and a large list of dishes.great crew, and nice vibes. Not less important, the cost is decent. I recommend this place with no hesitation.“

“Good food! Servings very good with the price!“