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"Chinese spot in San Gabriel. Sichuan noodles."
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Locals' current top pick for chinese in the SGV is MIAN in San Gabriel, followed by Hai Di Lao Arcadia in Arcadia and Tai He Ju in El Monte. Best is relative, so filter by price and vibe below, and vote for the pick you'd stand behind.
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"A dim sum spot known for handmade dumplings, fresh-to-order dishes, and affordable Cantonese favorites."
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"Moderately priced Chinese noodle spot."
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"HP Hot Pot & BBQ in San Gabriel is one of the better all-you-can-eat spots in the area."
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"Fresh-to-order dim sum in San Gabriel, with standout chicken feet, siu mai, spare ribs, and har gow served in a tiny no-frills dining room."
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"Small Chinese spot better suited for takeout and casual meals."
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"Chinese spot in San Gabriel. Vegetarian."
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Order: Hui tou (pan-fried dumplings)
"Hui Tou Xiang makes dumplings by hand. Each one has a thin, crisp skin and a juicy, flavorful filling."
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"Chongqing Special Noodle in San Gabriel lives up to its name with a numbing, spicy sauce made from Sichuan peppercorns."
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"Newport Seafood in San Gabriel is a popular Chinese dinner spot and a go-to for date night or group meals."
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"A Northeastern Chinese BBQ spot in San Gabriel with limited seating and wait times, described by the community as authentic."
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"Chinese cafe and noodle shop with moderate prices."
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"Chinese spot in San Gabriel. Rice plates."
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Order: Beef Noodle Soup
"A hole-in-the-wall Chinese cafe in San Gabriel that's easy to say yes to — prices lower than most similar spots, a menu with a little bit of everything, and open until 2am."
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"TAWA Gateway is the big plaza at Valley Blvd and Del Mar in San Gabriel, the former Focus Plaza and San Gabriel Square, anchored by the 99 Ranch Market that has been there since 19…"
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"Chinese spot in San Gabriel. Seafood."
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"If you want all-you-can-eat dim sum with generous portions and premium dishes without spending too much as well as seafood options for dinner, this is your spot."
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"HK Macau Bistro in San Gabriel blends flavors from Hong Kong and Macau. You can order beef tomato macaroni soup or soy sauce chow mein."
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"Budget-friendly Chinese cafe and lunch-special stop."
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"Chinese spot in San Gabriel. Shanghainese."
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Order: Mooncakes
"Kee Wah Bakery is a Hong Kong bakery chain with SGV locations, known for mooncakes, pineapple buns, egg tarts, cookies, and grab-and-go Chinese pastries."
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"If you love skewers, Meet You BBQ in San Gabriel is a spot to try. The skewers are affordable and packed with flavor, but the real standout is the clams with glass noodles."
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Order: Beef Chinese Hamburger
"Bingz Crispy 'Wich is the chain's first US location, a new counter at Tawa Gateway Plaza in San Gabriel built around the Chinese hamburger: a light, crispy pancake split open and s…"
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