Din Tai Fung

Beautiful location.... too bad most of the food was flavorless. Garlic green beans were good, but everything else was not.
Soup was like drinking hot water with a chicken waved over it.
No spices at all.. no ginger, garlic, no chili... zip.
And what store do you go to to find vegetables with zero flavor?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 3

I am Din Tai Fung’s biggest fan and the today went to the Santa Monica location located inside Santa Monica Place :) Stunning location and recommend sitting outside: the views are immaculate!! I got to try the new matcha jasmine latte which was a 10/10 for me. I appreciate the ceremonial grade matcha comes unsweetened and the jasmine milk tea is sweetened so it’s the perfect blend. Some of my personal favorites: shrimp fried rice, string beans, & crab xiao long bao, & cucumber salad :) Sam was our server today and he was an absolute gem!!’ So professional and nice!! I can tell this location has a great and strong management team. The way all the employees present themselves shows structure and genuineness. Can’t wait to be back again

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

5/5 across all categories! Along with the food, service is top-notch at this DTF location. We were seated at the perfect spot with a great ocean view. Plus they were super accommodating with my mid-sized pup. Food was delicious and came out perfectly timed. Will be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

What is the point of reservations

Service: 1

I went to several locations of din tai fung and I really respect their consistency of quality food, excellent service, and great atmosphere/vibes. Their food quality has been consistently great and the servers are professional and respectful. This location in particular has been such a pleasure, making me think of returning every time it's time to leave.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great experience and service as always. Love coming here with my family and friends because of the quality of service we can expect when we eat here.

Also very friendly for doggos too since they have an outdoor seating area!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The restaurant itself is gorgeous. From the ceilings, to the layout it's absolutely beautiful and has a great flow to it. The food was good but nothing extraordinary. We went on a Friday for lunch and it wasn't too busy (lots of empty tables). It took about 20 minutes to get seated, the wait staff were kind but it was confusing as we didn't have just one, we had 4. I didn't know who to ask for what. That seemed to cause miscommunication between the staff. Food took forever, we had to remind the waiters about what was missing, and it took me asking 3 different people where my beer was at to finally get it. If the food takes a minute fine, but don't leave me at a table with no beverage for 20 minutes.
For the amount we spent on 4 people, I just wish we didn't have to wait so long, especially with kids.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 2

OK, so supposedly the wait at the Century City Din Tai Fung can be 2 1/2 hours, if you hear that and traffic’s not bad on the 10, drive her for no or minimal wait. Food is great. Fairly newly opened, I think they are still working out some bugs (server took 30 minutes to clear our dinner plates). Basically my take is the mall management (Santa Monica Place)probably gave DTF very favorable rent as they are trying to drive traffic to a dying mall

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 2

Everything about this place was amazing. Every time I’m in town, I make sure I have to visit DTF and this location is my new favorite. The design of this restaurant has such a nice ambiance. The service was quick and my cup was always full (something my husband and I always look for when dining out). The food is amazing as always. Would definitely recommend again

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nice and clean

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Such an amazing experience!! Our server Dillon L gave incredible service, and really explained the whole menu and gave great recommendations, thanks Dillon! The chicken Shanghai rice cakes were incredible, we will definitely be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Absolutely 10/10 !!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tried cucumber salad, sweet&sour pork back rib, chicken wonton, xio long bao, and beef noodle.
Loved wonton and noodle.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

what a lovely din tai fung with a view of the ocean. food was excellent

Very good overall. A standard but good experience.