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Welcome to Foo Chow Restaurant

Foo Chow Restaurant, located in Los Angeles's Chinatown, is a beloved spot for Chinese cuisine enthusiasts. Renowned for its fresh food and impeccable service, Foo Chow offers lunch specials, family-sized portions, and a variety of specialty items. Customers rave about the delicious dishes such as beef chow fun, stir-fried green beans, crispy duck, and sautéed four delicacy. The restaurant also provides excellent value with generous portions that often leave customers with leftovers for another meal. With a quaint atmosphere and friendly staff, Foo Chow Restaurant is a must-visit for those seeking an authentic and satisfying Chinese dining experience.

Foo Chow Restaurant: Reviews & Ratings

Bernadette M.
Bernadette M.

If you're looking for a solid place to eat in Chinatown, this is my go to spot.The service is always a 10 and the food is fresh each and every time. There are lunch specials, family size portions, and specialty items are also on the menu. The restaurant is always clean, spacious and welcoming.

Gabriela O.
Gabriela O.

Soooo delicious.. highly recommend this place. I have always wanted to come here ever since I knew rush-hour was filmed here this place has delicious food, friendly staff, and fast and efficient service. I will definitely be bringing my family to this restaurant.

James T.
James T.

Delicious Chinese food. Friendly staff. Large portions. You'll love it here. We got the beef chow fun and stir fried green beans.

Maryjane L.
Maryjane L.

Love this place. Despite the fact that I've been coming here for years with my family, I genuinely recommend this place because of their great quality American Chinese food. I usually always dine in & partake in the LUNCH SPECIAL which includes an individual side egg drop soup + white rice with each entree you order (ends at 2:30), but they have a DINNER SPECIAL as well that also includes an additional fried wanton & egg roll with your entree. Some items that I recommend on the menu that aren't included in the lunch/dinner special is definitely their shrimp fried rice & their honey walnut shrimp (both 10/10)! They have a nice variety of options on their menu. The staff has always been very friendly & kind. Kid friendly too. Food is usually served fairly quickly after ordering & portions are shareable. Quaint atmosphere, but can get a little noisy when busy. Great family restaurant. Also fun fact: the RUSH HOUR MOVIE (1998) was filmed here!

Jennifer B.
Jennifer B.

Big Bro and I built up an appetite walking around Chinatown and as hungry as we were, we couldn't make up our minds where to eat: there were way too many choices. We do have our "usual" spots, but we sorta wanted to try something new. After asking some vendors from the plaza across the street, this place came well-recommended. We've known about this place and it's popularity for years: yes, this is where they filmed a scene of RUSH HOUR. Not really sure why as many times as we've been through Chinatown, we've never made a stop. I guess it was time. It was a weekday mid-day late afternoon, so there were plenty of tables open. We were seated by the door next to the stairs (the doors are new, it wasn't there when the movie was filmed.) We were handed menus and hot tea immediately. There were way too many things we wanted to try, but given there were only 2 of us, we thought 3 dishes woulda been too much already. We ended up with three anyway! CHICKEN WITH CURRY SAUCE: A must-try for me at anytime I'm trying a new Chinese restaurant. (Back story: I have a go-to spot in the South Bay who has set the bar on this dish, and I know I shouldn't, but I always have the need to compare!) The sauce was perfect and they were generous with the amount of chicken. The only downside are the amount and the sizes of the sliced fillers (onions, carrots and bell peppers.) The bell peppers definitely altered the curry taste a little bit. Good overall, but could be better. CRISPY DUCK (HALF): This was EXCELLENT. It really lives up to its name - every part of the skin was crispy and no part of the meat was dry. It was also seasoned well. I didn't feel the sauce was needed, but it did add to its flavor. Highly recommending. SAUTEED FOUR DELICACY: Big Bro and I wanted to try something different - away from the usual Chinese-American style. Our server mentioned that Foo Chow (aka Fuzhou) is a specific region in China who have specialized dishes. He guided us to the "Foo Chow Specialties" portion of the menu. He did warn us that many of those listed items are specific to certain palates, so not to be surprised if we learn it might not be for us. (I appreciated the honesty.) That said, we ended up with this dish, and truthfully, we enjoyed it. The sauce was very subtle which paved the way for the mushrooms, abalone, scallops and broccoli to shine in their individual flavors. I took every part of this dish and had them as single bites and it was delish - that's how it should be eaten! FOOD: 4.5. SERVICE: 3.5. Not a lot of interaction but our servers were there as needed. There wasn't a lot of wait either, which is always a plus. VALUE: 5. They're generous! I did mention it was plenty of food for two - we had enough leftover for a second meal for both of us. PARKING: Street only (that I'm aware of.) There are plenty of paid parking lots all over the area, some as cheap as $5 for the whole day. OVERALL: 4,25, Other than the added double doors, the decor hasn't changed much (in comparison to what you see in the movie.) More patrons came through during and toward the end of our meal, so that says something. If you happen to be a fan and plan on coming through, you won't miss it: there's a gigantic sign facing the street outside telling you who and where they are. Great first run. I'm curious about those other specialties. I'd definitely try some of 'em next time I come through.

Location

Foo Chow Restaurant, located in Los Angeles, is a must-visit spot for Chinese cuisine enthusiasts. This restaurant offers a wide array of options for diners, including delivery, takeout, reservations, and vegan choices. You can enjoy your meal in a casual atmosphere with moderate noise levels, making it a perfect dining spot for families and friends.

Customers rave about the fresh and delicious food at Foo Chow Restaurant. Bernadette M. mentioned the exceptional service and fresh food, while Gabriela O. praised the delicious dishes and efficient service. James T. and Maryjane L. both highlighted the friendly staff and large portions of food.

If you're a fan of Chinese-American cuisine, Foo Chow Restaurant is the place to be. Maryjane L. recommends trying their shrimp fried rice and honey walnut shrimp, both receiving a 10 out of 10 rating. The lunch and dinner specials are great value for money, with generous portions and additional sides.

In addition, Jennifer B. shared her positive experience of trying the Chicken with Curry Sauce, Crispy Duck, and Sauteed Four Delicacy. She praised the crispy duck for its excellent preparation and flavorful seasoning. The Sauteed Four Delicacy dish stood out with its subtle sauce allowing the ingredients to shine individually.

Overall, Foo Chow Restaurant is a gem in Chinatown, offering a delightful culinary experience with authentic Chinese flavors. Don't miss out on this fantastic dining destination for a taste of delicious Chinese cuisine!