“If you're looking for authentic Cantonese/Food off the beaten path (on the west side of HH) without having to compete with all the traffic (between Azusa Road and Nogales), check out Cocoin. It's run by a really cool couple. I'd say their food is definitely a strong 4 but their service and how nice they are bumps it up to a 5. There's plenty of seating inside. It's not huge but if you need tables for large parties of 8 to 10, they have those as well as smaller tables for parties of 4 or 6. There's plenty of parking outside. I've visited numerous times over the last few years and I'd say everything we've eaten so far from beef chow fun to hainan chicken hovers around 4 stars. Their hainan chicken is bone-in unlike Cluck 2 Go. Their portion size like their pork chop dishes (i.e ging do pai gwut) is a really good value (especially now a days) and their wok hay for their stir fries and chow fun is good. I particularly enjoy their herbal drinks which can vary from day to day.“
“After three visits here, I feel like I can give a good review of the menu. Cindy's Kitchen is a hole in the wall that only seats about 18 people so it looks like some regulars opt to order food to go. They have a wide variety of options from noodle dishes to stir fry dishes to rice bowl options so there's something for everyone. They also make/sell frozen XLB, wontons, buns and dumplings which I've not tried. Unfortunately, they don't sell XLB for dine in customers but they do offer dumplings and wontons. Beyond all this, they have many cold dishes at the deli counter and most of these are pretty good so they can compliment the stir fry dishes. As other have noted, they only have 1 person in the front of house so service may be slower. I think there's only 2 people in the kitchen. In my three dinner visits, I only saw one non-Chinese speaking table so I have no idea how well the waitress can communicate in English but there is English on the menu as well as on all the signs for the sides and frozen foods for sale. Parking lot isn't big but if you come for dinner, the other businesses may be closed which helps. Check out my pics including the menu.“
“Nestled in the heart of the city, a culinary haven has been delighting discerning diners for over three decades – a vegetarian restaurant that has consistently set the bar for plant-based cuisine. My husband, a staunch carnivore, was initially skeptical, but his doubts vanished with the first bite. He declared it the finest dining experience he had ever had, vegan or otherwise, and even suggested that the restaurant deserved Michelin recognition.The menu, a symphony of flavors and textures, showcases the chef's masterful ability to transform humble plant-based ingredients into culinary masterpieces. Each dish is a testament to the chef's passion, creativity, and unwavering commitment to showcasing the versatility and vibrancy of vegetarian cuisine.Our top recommendations:Spicy Thin Bean-Noodles: A tantalizing blend of thin noodles, spicy broth, and crisp vegetables, this dish is a symphony of flavors and textures.Crispy Soy Chicken w/Basil: Succulent soy chicken, crispy to perfection, is stir-fried with fragrant basil, creating a harmonious balance of flavors and textures.Stinky ToFu w/Spicy Kimchi: The pungent aroma of stinky tofu may initially surprise, but the combination of spicy kimchi and savory tofu is a revelation.Sesane Siy Chicken Soup: A comforting bowl of broth, infused with sesame and soy flavors, is filled with tender pieces of soy chicken and a medley of vegetables.Three Color Fried Rice: A vibrant blend of red, yellow, and green rice, tossed with vegetables and a savory sauce, this classic dish is a must-try.This vegetarian restaurant is a hidden gem, a culinary treasure that deserves to be celebrated. It is a place where preconceived notions about vegetarian cuisine are shattered, replaced by a newfound appreciation for the boundless possibilities of plant-based cooking.Whether you are a seasoned vegetarian or a curious carnivore, I wholeheartedly recommend embarking on a culinary journey to this remarkable restaurant. Prepare to have your taste buds tantalized, your expectations exceeded, and your perception of vegetarian cuisine forever transformed.“
“Stopped by on Saturday, 04/13/24 for the first time during lunch. Clean and beautiful interiors. It wasn't as busy as we thought it would be. Ordered the following: - 1 Seafood Noodle Soup = $13.50 - 1 Combination Fried Rice = $13.50 - 1 Chicken Chow Mein = $12.50 - 1 Beef with Black Mushroom = $16.95 TOTAL = $56.95 OVERALL TOTAL = $60.72 Customer Service and Wait Time = Excellent! We received our dishes quickly (we probably waited less than 5 minutes). The dishes were delicious and authentically made. Located across the street from the Puente Hills Mall.“
“Food/Taste/ - good food overall. We ordered beef belly, lamb, pork intestines, king oyster mushrooms, and chicken wings. The chicken wings are amazing! Nicely seasoned and very moist; probably the best item we ate. The mushrooms are good but the earthiness is completely covered by the seasoning so not our favorite. Beef belly was a bit bland, the lamb was mostly seasoning but delicious, and the pork intestine was great. - very quiet during lunch hour in the spacious restaurant. The two chairs are the exact size of the table so it's fairly difficult to push in and out of your seat if you're shifted either direction. - server definitely felt like she didn't want to be there. The table next to us asked for their candles to be lit so the food stayed warmer and she gave a heavy sigh before walking away to get the lighter. When she delivered the skewers, she threw it on the plate without a word then walked away immediately.Value for - yummy food in general, service was quick but cold, and reasonable pricing.“
“This is no Michelin type restaurant but the food is authentic, delicious and fresh! The restaurant is modest and clean and the the service was on pint! The fried rice was one of the best I've had in a long time. The portions are generous and priced very reasonably! This was a great discovery!“
“Decided to visit to this spot-on Thanksgiving Day 2023! Honestly, not sure what to expect, as soon we walked in, we were happily greeted and seated right away! I noticed there were a ton of to go orders. Partner and I were craving our typical Chinese food orderSalt and Pepper Calamari – Crunchy, seasoned well, not too spicySzechwan Eggplant – hint of spice, stayed hot (temperature wise) the whole timeBeef Chow Fun w gravy – Tender beef, flavorful noodsDuck – typical, very good except, it came out room temp.BBQ Pork – Typical and just like the duck – room temp.If you are in or near the area and can’t get to Alhambra or Rosemead, let’s say you live in Whittier, City of Industry, Avocado Heights then this is your spot. =)Missing star – I was quite surprised at the price of 2 Bbq item combo $31? Check out how small the portion was.“
“It’s delicious, it’s delicious, it’s the first time I’ve eaten frog belly and double pepper in the United States. It’s spicy enough. The fried kidneys are fragrant and tender. The store is clean, but there’s only one person there, so the boss is very busy. I didn’t have diarrhea after eating such a spicy dish the next day, so it deserves five stars. Good reviews hahaha“
“Honestly would come back to try other dishes. When they say choose a Chinese or Asian restaurant with lower stats and you won't be disappointed is true. This is that spot. I was in the area and was planning on going to Mountain House, but of course to no avail. I saw Earthen and we planned to go there but was like let's check out each of the restaurants in that area. Decided on Spicy Home because it looked legit. Like the people inside were having a good time, plates were clean, bellies looked full.Got the mapo tofu and pork belly dry pot stir fry dish and the portion was large. Price was fantastic too! I think all in all, this place has great variety (like if you're not familiar with szechuan food you'd still enjoy a spot like this). Right prices, perfect portions. A spot you'll need to share because why would you go to a spot like this without sharing?!It's a little packed and service was just fine. next time I got to try other dishes though!“
“Typical Hong Kong style cafe. The environment is very noisy. Ideal for gathering but you need to speak louder ?Price and portion are reasonable.Recommend minced beef rice with egg on the top. The ingredients just matched.I like the Hong Kong style lemon Ice tea.The location is convenient.“
“Small spot but amazing Chinese dishes.I ordered the beef shank noodle soup with the flat noodles (you get to choose which ones you want). First of all, it’s huge. In it came with 2 large bone in shanks which were tender and delicious! It wasn’t spicy but it was very flavorful. I added chili oil to spice it up. Next time I’ll just order it spicy. I was really impressed with this place. Def going back there for more!Parking: It’s located in the same mall as the 99 Ranch market. There’s plenty of parking, even when it’s busy!“
“Please ignore the reviews around 2 years ago, now it is a total different restaurant, they only dedicated in rice noodles. This is one of my top choice of Guilin style rice noodles in town.Very delicious Guilin rice noodles, rice noodles can be added for free, eat as much as you can but don’t waste it, there are very spicy chili, you can challenge it“
“Great place for dining. However, their prices have gone up considerably over the years. For example, a plastic (not ceramic) can of Beijing yogurt costs over $4.00 is definitely overrated! Also, service speed is somewhat slow too although they make the noodles where we can see the process.“
“Prices are on the high side, but they're running a promo 20% off special now.Most dishes are well prepared.Luv their Red Cook Pork with Tofu Knots, sound weird I know but oh so delicious !Covers most Shanghai regional dishes of China, cant go wrong with their noodles dishes as well as assorted rice and rice cakesWell worth a visit !“
“I ordered the ginger scallion lobster and it was $28 per lb. It was very good. They ran out of corona beer. I took clients there and they all Loved the food. The dim sum was very good. Har gow was yummy and the seafood fried rice and scallop dumplings and shu mai was so good. I have to say the service was a bit tough. It took forever for me to pay, it felt like I was being ignored. I was just surprised because there were plenty of workers. Overall a good experience.“
“It's a delicious traditional Hong Kong-style restaurant. I had the House Special Noodle (double-sided crispy noodle). Mom and I also ordered the Singapore rice noodles, basil clams, and mixed veggies. The two noodle entrees were surprisingly delicious. The house special noodle was served with roast pork slices, chicken and fish fillet, and veggies. the clams was well flavored and with lots of fresh basil. The mixed veggies was the weakest link in this meal; it had the bean sprouts base with some snap beans, carrots, black woodears. All dishes were yummy; the only thing we would ask would be lighter sauce for our next visit.“
“This place has changed a whole lot of the years. It seems like maybe the place had a change of ownership or maybe it might be the employee's that offer and provide awesome service.. honestly, y'all should try this place if you like Chinese food. Best one around in bridgetown in my opinion“
“This was my first time having Chinese iron pot stew and the wait was about 1 hour for dinner on a Tuesday. The interior decor is pretty cool - it kind of feels like you're transported to China. I always love coming to these kind of restaurants because it makes you feel like you're dining in another country. We got the 2 servings Stew Goose with corn, tofu bean curd, frozen tofu, corn flour pancake, and wide noodles. All of this was perfectly enough for our party of 5. Although the soup was pretty tasty, I thought the $88 cost was overpriced for how much goose meat you get. I know that goose is more expensive, but it didn't taste much different from duck. If I were to come back, I would probably choose the cheaper chicken, lamb, or cod options. We also got the Dry-fried Mushroom, Fried Pork with Sweet Sour Sauce, and Five Vegetables with Noodle, which were all pretty good as well. Overall, this was a nice experience and our server was very attentive and friendly.“