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Polished El Monte dining room known for thoughtfully made dim sum and superb Cantonese roasts—don’t miss the coconut chicken soup during dim sum hours. Frequently recommended by Eater LA and praised by local food writers.
Dim sum & Cantonese seafood, roasted meats, duck, chicken
9920 Valley Blvd 1st floor, El Monte, CA 91731 Get directions
$20–30
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