Pasadena, United States
80 N Fair Oaks Ave
$$$
+16265789777
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It's pleasantly surprising to find this truly authentic Chinese dumpling house right here in the middle of old Pasadena. It's as if they took the recipe and crew from Northern China and brought them here. This is not your westernized Panda Inn or PF Chang, this is REAL Chinese food made fresh to order, amazingly good.
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Didn’t plan to come here just decided to try it out as I was passing by. Ordered the veggie dumplings. The filling was fresh and the dough wasn’t chewy. Definitely coming back again to try the other dumplings.
I know this place doesn’t have a good service, but the owner of this restaurant is a really kind and friendly person. She can’t hire more waitresses and waiters because the rent for this place is too expensive and she needs to spend more money on paying the rent and the cook. So please understand her situation. She’s been making dumplings and crepes for 20 years, she’s really passionate about making food. This is a traditional Chinese restaurant that really worth to go.
3.5 stars. Pretty solid dumpling place in Pasadena area. Took awhile for the food to come out though. Got our first dish after 25 min. Loved the beef noodle. Not what I expected at all, but it had very fragrant chili oil. If you don't like oily food, stay away though. Both dumplings and pan fried buns were pretty good, but I just wish there were more fillings. Beef wrap was big but a bit dry.
Don't be fooled by the negative reviews. The food here, considering the location, is pretty decent. Dumplings are juicy and noodles are Q (if you know what that means!) You could find better food if you drive to San Gabriel, but let's be honest that's another 20-40 minute drive round trip and sometimes you just don't want to waste your time on that commute. Best part? They have fresh garlic at the table that perfectly compliments the dumplings.
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