Din Tai Fung
Near Nordstrom, 395 Santa Monica Pl Level 3, Santa Monica
(310) 737-2088
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Gotta say - don’t see what the hype is all about. First - had an early reservation but they just put everyone into a waiting pattern. So what’s the point of the reservation? Second, service was very slow on the ordering - but fine on bringing items out. Third - the food was all pretty bland and blah - the dumplings, noodles and friend rice. Just no real flavor to anything. Best items were the chicken soup and broccoli - but none of their signature items. Fourth - the space...
Pleasantly surprised to be able to be seated as a walk-in during the soft opening. Stunning new space - especially the heated patio area. The food was outstanding as always but the service was a little sloppy which I think can be improved. We’ll be back!
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