The layout and ordering system here are ridiculous. Had to literally squeeze through a 4-inch gap just to reach booth seating. Order by scanning QR codes, but if customers switch them, it causes order mix-ups. While the staff are genuinely nice, they're working with a really inefficient system for handling orders and customer traffic. The food is OK - everything's just 水煮 (water-boiled) in the same spicy oil broth. Even their namesake 冒菜, while rare outside specific regions of China, isn't anything special. The broth is decent enough that I'd consider taking it home to upgrade some instant noodles, but that's about it. The chicken wings were super-dry, that they shrunk in size. The only uniqueness is there's chilli oil on top. I'd give this place another shot, but only if I can get a to-go order. Skip the 冒菜 despite the namesake, I'd much rather try the spiced 'lapin'.

Food is good but wait time is a bit long

Updated: Okay so to update this is the first time I’ve been served something undercooked. I ordered beef cheung fun during dim sum and notice it tasted a bit sour. I thought the meat looked odd so I opened it up and I’ve never seen the meat separate on each side of the the noodle, usually it’s one solid piece. Original review: Food is always good and is comparable in price for post pandemic times. Not sure if they are doing dim sum carts any longer, but I’m guessing at least not today or during the week. Perhaps the weekend is busier where they would have it available. I normally order take out since it’s just me eating and the wait has been variable. Sometimes it takes a while so I shop at 99 while waiting, other times it’s quick like today (10-15 mins). I always forget they offer lunch specials. Service is average for a Chinese restaurant.

Last Sunday, this place looked empty, but it wasn't bad! Roast duck was fresh, and they conveniently put all the desserts on one platter! Previous review archived here: First time, I felt the staff did their best. Cut them some slack because it was super busy. Some lady was screaming because she wanted ice water. Hope she has a better day. But the staff didn't deserve her rude behavior, last time. This time, they were quick to bring the food, and refill our teapots, but were slow to close things out and take my card. Food: Last time, Roast Pork was a bit too salty and the skin wasn't crispy enough, but the meat on there had to right texture. Siu Mai had a more noticeable mushroom flavor, but this time, it was bland. Even their Har Cow was bland. It's supposed to have a sweet flavor to the shrimp and some cushy spring texture, but none of that was there this time. Need to wash them with alkaline water before cooking it. The only thing with flavor was the Salt & Pepper Squid.

Small authentic Guilin noodle in the Arcadia square plaza food court. I was surprised by the huge portions so definitely for money's worth. The lady in the front was nice and explained all the dishes and gave some recommendations which I took. Noodles are pretty good and a side note, she told me the spices were really spicy and I didn't think much of it, but putting just a little of the red 🌶️🌶️ and after mixed into the soup, I drank the soup, it caught up and landed in my throat, the spice level is really no joke. Normally I can eat habanero level spice with ease, but this is really spicy. Would come back again.

Fantastic hole-in-the-wall Guilin rice noodles joint. Located inside an unassuming food court, it is cheap and authentic. The portions sizes were huge for $11 via Zelle and it was incredible tasty. The noodles are hand made and very bouncy. You add your own toppings to control flavor and spice levels. Fantastic place for cheap and filling food and I will be coming back. For the non-Chinese folks, I got the #1 on their menu. Highly recommend you give it a try.

Super delicious Shanghainese food! I love their pancake 煎饼果子, soy milk豆浆, fried dough 油条，and San Huang chicken 三黄鸡. Portion is great and the place is decorated with many old Shanghai items which gives a pleasant vibe. The service is also top notch. I’ll definitely come back. I went to this place recommended by friend and was shocked to see such a nice restaurant only has a rating of 3.9 - definitely worth 4.5 and higher in my mind.

This location is in Arcadia next to 99 Ranch Market. Parking is plentiful in the parking lot. Sunright is also next door. I think this is a good place to get Shanghainese food. There are no frills. If you pay cash, you get a discount. I was here for dinner, and they ran out of some items already! I ended up getting a noodle soup, which was so delicious on a cold night. The black sesame mochi roll was actually really delectable. I recommend sharing this because it gets carb-y. There is one restroom in the back. Credit card is accepted.

Super delicious Shanghainese food! I love their pancake 煎饼果子, soy milk豆浆, fried dough 油条，and San Huang chicken 三黄鸡. Portion is great and the place is decorated with many old Shanghai items which gives a pleasant vibe. The service is also top notch. I’ll definitely come back. I went to this place recommended by friend and was shocked to see such a nice restaurant only has a rating of 3.9 - definitely worth 4.5 and higher in my mind.

This location is in Arcadia next to 99 Ranch Market. Parking is plentiful in the parking lot. Sunright is also next door. I think this is a good place to get Shanghainese food. There are no frills. If you pay cash, you get a discount. I was here for dinner, and they ran out of some items already! I ended up getting a noodle soup, which was so delicious on a cold night. The black sesame mochi roll was actually really delectable. I recommend sharing this because it gets carb-y. There is one restroom in the back. Credit card is accepted.