They have the best Wonton Noodle in San Gabriel valley and probably second only the Cantonese noodle places in Hong Kong. Big bowl with 5 wontons is only $10. Also try the soy chicken or salt chicken rice plate $6 that is not on the menu.

I was missing for a taste of home and wanted some Chinese BBQ. Recommended by many users online, we decided Sam Woo was the place to try Chinese bbq in the city. Atmosphere and service are similar as to other family owned, hole in the wall restaurants; which was certainly homey. We ordered the 3 type of BBQ with rice. I got BBQ Duck, ChaSiu, and Soy Sauce chicken.

Upon first bites of everything, I noticed the meats were all cold — an unusual feeling while chewing down the assortment of bbq. Oddly, the chicken was bland and “wet”, not in a juicy way, but just “wet”. Although the rice was soft and delicious, which was the highlight, I thought the overall plate was just okay.

Was hoping for better as I gleaned from the reviews, but nonetheless, still glad I tried.

I have been eating at this place for a few years. It used to be one of a few A-rated Chinese restaurants in town, but a recent B rating does not stop me from going. I admit that I normally don't write reviews for places I visit, even as a regular customer, but I have seen a lot of unfair reviews or comments here, and I feel I must say something.

This restaurant makes me feel like I'm dining in a Cantonese cafe in old Chinatown in Manhattan or San Francisco. Its service staff and atmosphere give me a special feeling of history about first-generation immigrants. However, I understand that not everyone likes its "old" setting.

They offer the best-value meal in town. Tell me if anyone can find other places offering a better deal! When the minimum wage for fast-food workers has gone up to $20 an hour already (they are fighting for $24 an hour now), this place still offers many $6.99 meals if the orders are placed before 11:30 AM. It becomes unfair to compare the $6.99 dishes with those at $30 or $60 at other fancier places. So, please be realistic. Their regular-priced menu usually costs about $10ish per dish, but it is still super affordable. Here, I want to give the following reviews about the food and service in a more realistic review.

The food is not bad at all. Most of the dishes I ordered have authentic Cantonese flavor. I won't say they offer the best Cantonese food in town, but I would rather pay $6.99 or $10 for an authentic Cantonese plate than a cheeseburger meal.

I am not sure if it is because I can also speak Cantonese myself and communicate well with the servers, but I heard them speaking in English with other guests. They are excellent servers. I have always received good service from this place. The labor cost is so high now, and it is so difficult for any restaurants to find good servers. Sometimes, there is only one waitress or waiter to wait 6 – 7 tables in the restaurants, but they work diligently to provide efficient service to me whenever I eat there.

We are very fortunate that there is still a place in LA or the U.S. that offers very affordable yet authentic Cantonese food in today's super harsh business environment in general. After I eat there, I often order some BBQ to go, but keep in mind that the servers only take care of dine-in options. All to-go orders must be ordered and paid for in the designated area/counter for takeout.

It is not the best Cantonese restaurant in town, but it is a place with a history. I hope they will continue doing well, and I want to come back again often.

For today's brunch, I ordered three dishes at $6.99 each for three persons (the congee comes with a small plate of rice noodles). We were very full. I uploaded the pictures here for your references.

This restaurant has been around Alhambra for many years. Their dine-in menus are very affordable with generous portions, but it's only cash based. Servers there are very fast and responsive. As soon as you sit, you will have hot tea, menu, and setting on your table. Lunch menu is on the back with the starting of $10.99 for each item. Sometimes, their portions could be very inconsistent, so it depends on who work on the kitchen. Other than that, this is my go-to restaurant for lunch sometime.

I have order uber eat for lunch, three delicacy combination .Sam Woo gave leftovers food from yesterday, food is too dark and dry. The taste is weird.
Chow mien is too greasy and the sauce is not good at all, tasted frozen seafood smell very fishy.
Disappointed, will not buy again