My wife and I searched for a good restaurant upon coming back from vacay. It was not easy at all. This spot does not have many reviews, but we chose it because of the pics AND the reviews were consitent in it being a great choice. We got here here about 20 or so mins to closing. We did takeout. However, we will be back to dine in.
This is THE best Chinese food that we have had since being in Berkeley. We throughly enjoyed our food and it heated up the next day just right. Oh. They have $10 happy hour every day..lol
The salt and pepper wings were delicious (1st time trying them). However, I wish more wings came for the price paid honestly.. but I'm not going to ding then in that. The BBQ pork fried rice and shrimp and broccoli were delicious. Next time, we are going to ask for garlic sauce with the shrimp and broccoli. They're food is really good and worth the money.
Everything came out hot, the staff were warm and funny. This place is so beautiful to just look at. They put effort into ensuring their restaurant...
Read moreI am very confused as to why this restuarant is one of the highest rated restaurants in Monclair! The rating is what lead me to choose this restaurant as a lunch spot for my date and myself.
The server/waiter was unengaged and not very attentive. Although the resturant was nearly empty accept for one lone diner, he had very specific idea of where e wanted us to sit without any openness top opposition.
We spent a fair amount of time choosing our menu selection, making sure to find what we would most enjoy, but the food was nearly flavorless and lackluster.
I mean, it was at most decent and not a total flop, but certianly not worth returning to especially considering the price (two entrees for a total of nearly $45...
Read moreMy favorite Chinese restaurant since Little Shin Shin closed. I like it more than Little Shin Shins! I'm from New England and 5 Spiced Kitchen's pot stickers and wontons taste just like they did in my childhood. Delicious! Their dishes are a little pricey but worth it. Their drinks are plentiful, with generous pours, and relatively inexpensive. They have a big space with many tables. For atmosphere, they would benefit from making the space and the tables feel a little more intimate. Takeout is fast and hot. Either way, a good experience....
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