The Best Places To Eat In The San Gabriel Valley

"Our Favorite Dishes: JinHai Special Chicken, Lamb And Chive Dumplings Mei Wei Jin Hai is a family-run halal restaurant in Monterey Park that specializes in Chinese Islamic cuisine. They’re a relatively new spot compared to their long-standing neighbors, but the food here shouldn’t be underestimated. Whether it’s a giant platter of spicy JinHai Chicken or lamb and chive dumplings that arrive to the table looking like thick, miniature pancakes, the food at this bright cafe is bold, flavorful, and different from anything else you can get in the neighborhood. Cash only." - jess basser sanders, amy clark, brant cox, brett keating