If You Only Eat One Chinese Meal in LA...

I’d choose DaPaiDang in San Gabriel—no contest. This place has wowed countless friends from out of state (and me, a regular who’s tried almost the whole menu 😅). True to its name, it’s all about wok hei, street-style skewers, and lively Cantonese vibes. The red-checked tablecloths and nostalgic murals add to the Hong Kong-inspired atmosphere 🎉. My must-orders: 🔥 Clay Pot Series – Chicken Wings, Sweet & Sour Pork Ribs 🐸 Perilla Iron Plate Frog – bold and flavorful 🍢 Night Skewers – perfect for late-night bites 🍜 Stir-Fried Luosifen – authentic, tangy, and addictive 🦪 Steamed Oysters – fresher and sweeter than grilled! They also have live music, private karaoke rooms 🎤, and a menu full of creative, photo-worthy dishes. Affordable, consistent, and full of life—DaPaiDang truly represents LA’s Chinese food scene at its best 🥢❤️. DaPaiDang 📍250 W Valley Blvd # L, San Gabriel, CA 91776 #FoodDiscovery #LAEats #ChineseFoodLA #SGVFood #MustTryLA #LateNightEats #WokHei #LAFoodie