Ma's House

MA’s House 🏠 is a Halal Chinese restaurant in Anaheim. The service is slow but the food 🥘 is good 👍. Large portions and moderate price. I liked the Mongolian 🇲🇳 beef 🥩 and the fried rice 🍚. The fried rice 🌾 isn’t too oily nor sticky. The overall smell of the place is good; no cooking odor .

Distinct flavors from other Style of Chinese food. Quality and fresh ingredients and very clean plates and servingss were proportionate to the cost.We really enjoyed our meal. We don'tI get to come here often because it is over an hour and a half away, but when we do come over we do enjoy it

It was a decent experience, but not quite as good as it was in past years. The mabo tofu was the best dish today for sure.

The beef roll is always so delicious, kids love it so much. So it’s the biggest reason we still keep going. Except it, others just so so. Great things, the dishes are very generous, the price is great. But service needs to be improved, it looks like not enough employees. The waiting time is so long.

When it comes to great Chinese food, it takes flavor… The kind of flavor that kicks you in the mouth and you say thank you!! More please…. The food was hot, but lacked the flavor complexity I desire from great Chinese cuisine. The soup was a bit too thick for most of our liking, so most didn’t eat. The texture was very jellied or coagulated for soup. The Orange chicken was missing the signature orange flavor that is its namesake. The orange beef was really good and not fatty or chewy at all, but still missing the heat and flavor complexity of orange flavored dishes. The black pepper chicken with mushrooms was not bad and had a decent flavor compound. The white rice was good with great chew and bite and not a lot of sticky texture at all. The environment is lacking any real authentic feel, but open and clean. The pricing wasn’t bad and the service was fast. Over all, not a bad place… Will definitely give it another a try soon.

A must go place if you look for halal Chinese food.Liked their rice and beef short ribs. Soup is good

Ma's house is pretty good as long as you dine in. Most dishes are delicious and served up fairly quickly if they're not too busy. Everything is freshly made. Honey walnut shrimp is one of my favorites. Chow mein is tasty. The beef roll is awesome. Chicken and cream corn soup is good. I've had only one bad dish: stir fried lamb with cumin, it's disgusting.

The best halal Chinese on the west coast bar none. Can’t go wrong with any of the delicious items on their menu

Mas House is one of those low-key spots in Fullerton that never disappoints. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and super satisfying. Portions are big, prices are reasonable, and everything just tastes clean--not overly greasy like some takeout spots. Their spicy soup is seriously underrated--perfect level of heat, packed with flavor, and super comforting. And the chow mein? So good. Noodles cooked just right and full of veggies and that wok-charred flavor that hits the spot. It's my families go-to for Chinese food in the area. Fast, friendly, and consistently solid. Definitely worth checking out if you haven't already.

Ma's is always a good choice for halal Chinese food. I really enjoy their honey walnut shrimp and kung pao chicken. I will say that I have had inconsistent experiences with the dishes being good some days and being sub par other days. They are fairly priced and have good portions for sharing. This location has ample parking and seating inside. I will say that sometimes service is slow to get drinks/water, which I have consistently noticed. Otherwise, I recommend for your halal Chinese food fix as it gets the job done!

Horrible service. They don't deserve to be open at this point. This is my 4th time coming the last 5 years and each time it's been bad. They don't have any class nor customer service. Very rude and the food is mediocre. Don't eat her. You'll be waiting forever.

Our new spot for sure. We're here two or three times a month now. That's saying a lot when I'm always trying new places. Service is always good, food is always fresh and tasty, and not weighed down by a lot of oil or filler. Meat in dishes is always tender and tasty and vegetables are always fresh and perfectly prepared.

Food****// always a go to place for our family gathering. Their lamb dishes usually better than other places and tried their five spices beef it was juicy and flavorful Service****// usually packed but all waiters are experienced so they time it well to get your order and serve water, check in and finally get your bill and Togo boxes Ambiance***// it's a bit dated but no complaints after all that's all the memories are for, only wish they can update restroom which would give guests a nicer experience

We've only eaten in once at Mas, but got takeout at least half a dozen times now. I love the three flavor fried rice and orange chicken. That will provide three to four meals. Hubby get the three flavor chow mein. The chili oil they give is incredible. This time I asked for more and was so happy to have it on my rice!

Amazing well executed Chinese Food! You will not be disappointed. The prices are a little higher than most places but its worth it. I had the Honey Walnut Shrimp and Mongolian Beef with a side of green onion pancake. The ambiance is a vintage vibe with a good dose of cleanliness and quick service.

Great meal at this restaurant after a decade! Sizzling Black Pepper Beef is superb! This is a must get item! Three Flavor Spicy Curry Fried Rice was also a great dish. Not too spicy. I dig! Ian loved his Orange Chicken. Generous portions on the dishes. Fast service. Plenty of parking, plenty of seating. Do check this restaurant out for delicious Uyghur cuisine!!

Found this place after searching for Chinese food in an area surrounded by Korean food. Pretty random location and I almost missed the turn into the parking lot. Plenty of parking when I went on a Monday at lunch but maybe it fills up a bit more in the evenings or weekends. Staff was friendly and helpful and their decor in the main lobby goes hard. I make rice at home so just wanted to pick up 2 dishes to eat with it. I was reading through their online menu and saw they had a relatively good lunch deal for $13.99+ depending on which dish you get. I got the shredded chicken which comes with some vegetables as well as an egg roll and that was $13.99. Additionally picked up 2 other pretty authentic dishes for about $15 each that tasted great and came with large portions. They have a lot of other items on their menu and I'm sure patrons can easily find something suitable to their tastes. I'm moving from the area soon but if I stuck around, I'd be back often.

I've been gong to mas for over 20 years. Whenever I drive to Los Angeles or through Los Angeles to another state I pick up food from mas. The food is clean - I've gone to Chinese food restaurants where it's saturated in sodium. I haven't ever experienced that here.

I've been eating here for a while , and over the years , the food quality has simply gone down the drain. You can tell they use a lot of msg and the meat is definitely lab meat, it's not real meat for sure, it's so rubbery and hard to eat as shown in the pic. So disappointing. Taibat in artesia is way better if you're looking for a good Chinese place. They use real good quality meat for sure.

Was recommended this place from a friend. Food: 4/5 We ordered the noodle in brown sauce, green onion pie, and cumin lamb. The green onion pie was basic, but paired well with their chili sauce. The cumin lamb was flavorful and not too gamey. However, the noodle in brown sauce was very bland. We had to add chili sauce, pepper, and soy sauce for flavor. Ambiance: 5/5 The decor was very traditional. It Hua's beautiful architecture. There is plenty of seating and I think they had an area in the back for large parties. Service: 5/5 The servers were super friendly! The food came out really quick. And the staff were great. I wouldn't have found this place if it were for my friend's recommendation. The food we ordered wasn't the best, but I would come back to try their other options.

This is such a great spot for chinese food! The service and quality of food is what keeps bringing me back. After my graduation from CSUF, I told my parents I wanted to eat here! Their food portions are meant to be shared, and they are perfect for groupings.

Extremely Disappointing - Never Felt So Unwelcome at a Halal Restaurant I usually go to Ma's Kitchen in Laguna and have always had a great experience there, so my uncle and I decided to try Ma's House for a change. We checked online beforehand--Google, Yelp, and other listings all said they close at 9:30 PM on Saturdays. We arrived at 8:40 PM, fully expecting to be able to dine in since the kitchen typically closes about 30 minutes before closing time. But the moment we stepped in, we were met with an unexpected and very cold welcome. Instead of greeting us, a woman from across the restaurant shouted that they were closed, without any explanation. We were confused and asked politely if we could order just one dish, since we had driven 40 minutes to get there. She said dining closes at 8:30, and only takeout was available--something that is not stated anywhere online. We told her we preferred to eat fresh food at the restaurant and would order immediately and leave quickly, by 9:15 or 9:20. Still, she refused and was extremely rude and dismissive in tone. It didn't feel like we were being turned away due to a policy--it felt personal and unkind. I've eaten at many Muslim Halal restaurants over the years and have always felt welcomed and respected--until today. The way we were treated made us feel like we were being kicked out before we even had a chance to sit down. The energy was negative, the staff showed no hospitality, and we left feeling deeply disappointed and uncomfortable. Sadly, no matter how good the food might be, bad energy and poor customer service ruin the entire experience. We won't be coming back to this location.

I remember coming here many many years ago as a kid and was happily surprised that it was still open! It's family friendly and good for large parties, but the service is a bit slow. It looks the same as it did ages ago, so it doesn't feel like the cleanest of places. Our waitress spoke Mandarin and surprisingly also Cantonese. If you know what to order, the food is really good. Since it's been so long since we've been here, we had a few hits and a few misses. We should have asked for recommendations. Once we got a chance to order, the food came out relatively fast. The hits were: sesame pancake, sizzling beef platter, and hot and sour soup. The first two really complemented each other. The misses were the fried chicken because it was small and the meat was dry, and the assorted warm pot. The warm pot wasn't necessarily bad tasting but it was a lot of fish balls and was more of like a Japanese nabe. The pea sprouts were good and fresh. The portion sizes are decent for the prices so it's really good for family style sharing.

One of the best Halal food in town. You will feel like you are in China and eating at local restaurants. They are so nice and friendly. The place is great and clean.

Solid place, jam-packed and popular on a Tuesday night. Ma's House serves up all kinds of halal Chinese classic feel-good dishes. We had chicken corn soup, sesame chicken, Mongolian beef, and washed it down with some Salaam Cola. The building is unique, with a nice fountain in the front waiting area. The tables have lazy-Susans. The staff is impressive - they were buzzing all over the place like hummingbirds. It was hard to keep up -- Since this was a holiday evening, they were going from tables, to dishes, to cashier, to the kitchen, and cleanup. All while being very polite and dilligent. The food was solid and speedy. What more do you need?

This one of my favorite Chinese food spots. Food is delicious and prepared halal Service is efficient and fast Ambiance is reasonable but not fancy . When going to Mas you go for the food not the ambience I will say portions are down to half of before and prices of course are higher But still very good

It's been a minute since I've been to Ma's House, and as always I was not disappointed. My party of 4 was immediately seated despite it being pretty busy on a Sunday afternoon. We immediately ordered our favorite dishes, including the Kung Pao Chicken, Mongolian Beef, and Shredded Chicken with Spicy Sauce. Despite service being pretty slow (think they have 2 servers for the entire restaurant) our food eventually arrived piping hot. The chicken corn soup was as flavorful as always; I recommend adding some soy sauce or chili oil for extra flavor. The egg rolls (which took the longest to come out - even longer than the main dishes) were alright. The Kung Pao was absolutely delicious, nice and sweet with a crispy exterior. Portions were also very generous. The Mongolian beef was nice and tender. The shredded chicken was not too bad, but it was a little heavy on the vegetables. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience. My only qualms was that you have to pay for oolong tea now, the service was a little slow, and the whole restaurant filled with smoke twice when people ordered something that came on a sizzling skillet.

Food is definitely always good. Never disappointed. Especially the tofu egg omelette, hand cut noodles, walnut shrimp.

Delicious Chinese food! We ordered the green onion pancakes, lamb noodle soup, and stir fried beef with hand cut noodles. All of the flavors were good and I really enjoyed the chewy, doughy hand cut noodles! Portions are big and there's plenty of seating and parking. Great for family style dining!

A nice find in the local area. Seeing that it had +1k reviews we wanted to give it a try. Very unique. I don't think I've been to a Chinese restaurant that serves halal. Pleasantly surprised that their menu serves more variety than the common dishes you see all the time. We ordered their lunch special eggplant w/ spicy sauce (w/ meat comes with ground chicken) and lamb w/ sa-cha sauce. Portions are generous. You definitely get value and bang for your buck when eating here. Lunch special comes with soup, egg roll, and steamed rice to accompany your main entree. Inside is clean and spacious with big tables so you know they're used to being able to serve big parties. The servers are very polite and kind ladies. Overall it was a great experience and would definitely come back to try more things.

Been here many times for excellent food BUT... tonight is not the first time a table with only ladies is not being served like the other tables are.. We ordered 2 dishes and rice over 40 minutes ago! And are still waiting! Keep it in mind or order take-out!

The food is extremely authentic Chinese. This is not the type of restaurant where you go in alone. The portions are very large. One item is enough for two. The staff is excellent. It's not a large restaurant, but it is extremely efficient.

Halal chinese food is a challenge to find. The place was crazy busy but we still received wonderful service. The food came out fast and it was really tasty. The pepper beef was very tender and flavorful comes out on a sizzling plate. The sizzling rice soup was light and had a great combination of flavors. We will be back!

Have been waiting to come year for a year and finally made it. This is going to be my place for family gatherings. Amazing flavor and quality. The portion size is good and I have to say I enjoyed the food soo much. New spot to replace Sam woo. Plus food halal

If you're looking for comfort Chinese food with a home-cooked vibe, Mas house is the way to go! Large portions served family style, hence, good to come here with a group. I really liked my tofu dish, as well as the thin green onion /sesame bread.

We've been going to Mas House for years and this review is long overdue. The food is great, the portions are worth the price. My faves are the Three Flavor Fried Rice and the Oxtail Noodle Soup with regular noodles. The staff are nice and customer service is great.

How did I miss writing a review? I used to go to Mas Islamic Chinese in Irvine, and when a friend suggested this for lunch, I was wondering if they were related (they are, but ownership has changed). What I love about Islamic Chinese cuisine is that they use lots of lamb, so of course I had a lamb dish. It was excellent. I would have liked to be here with a larger group to try some a variety of dishes and some of the sides. With just two folks, not that it isn't good, you just don't have the room to order and order (unless you want lots of leftovers).

Decided to try a new Chinese food place where you can sit down and have family style experience and came here. We were definitely not disappointed. We went on a Friday night, no wait time and seated right away. They have a water fountain inside and seating area. Very busy but not rushed to eat quickly and leave. The food exceeded my expectations. We had: -Orange chicken which was crispy, well cooked with orange flavor (not too strong) -sautéed green beans with a little bit of spicy. Just perfect. -Kung Pao chicken, flavorful, not spicy, chicken well cooked and PEANUTS! Which I was very happy about because not all Kung Pao dishes are made with peanuts . -egg flower soup with carrots, peas and mushrooms. So good. Just needed the fried noddles on top. -pan fried dumplings with a dipping sauce, not too greasy. Nicely fried. -sesame bread with green onions. Chefs kiss -vegetable chow mein We weren't aware of the portion size, but aren't mad about it (portions are large), a lot of food to go, which they bag for you. That was a plus. This will be our to go place for great Chinese food. Totally worth it.

Food is okay the best thing is that its halal and you shoul give a try.Service was slow , and ambiance could be warmer it was not that comfortable (weather was cold). Could be better...Order something with lamb.

The comments Definitely don't lie. The Mongolian beef is fire! Hands down the best I've had. Nothing like delicious spicy food. Flavors on point, the beef was tender, can't go wrong with the green onions and the crunchy noddles were a surprise. The tofu brown sauce another delicious dish. Found the spot. Must try, if you pass by it. Will be ordering other dishes on my next visit.

i wanted to taste my childhood again so i brought my family here. and it was exactly what i needed. it never gets old coming here. the lunch specials are sooo generous. we shared everything family style as if we came for dinner. and the servers were so sweet taking care of us as we ate through everything and then cut a birthday cake and sat around chatting over tea. it's the kind of place you don't want to leave quickly from.

We tried the chicken noodle soup, hot and sour soup, steamed rice, and assorted steamed vegetables. Really amazing comfort food when you are sick. Soups were so flavorful and comforting, especially with added chili oil. The rice was cooked to perfection and packed well for easy freezing of leftovers. Staff are very kind; order was for take out.

Food was amazing! Our dept at work went for lunch and we were all extremely satisfied with both the food and the service! Will definitely come again to this hidden gem. Can't wait to tell all my friends about this fantastic little place. Food was delicious and so well prepared, light and satisfying.

Love the theme at this amazing Islamic Chinese halal Resturant . Service is fast. Family friendly, it's very busy. The food is so fresh and spiced to your liking.

my assistances were craving this place so we placed our lunch order. i picked the shrimp with veggies, white rice and egg roll. large portion for lunch so i ate the other half for dinner. staff friendly. plenty of parking. will be back.

I loved this place. Food was fresh and no added MSG. The server was super friendly and attentive. Portions were great being we ordered the lunch specials. We loved the Hot & Sour soup a lot. I've been to many Chinese restaurants but this was the best ever!! For over 10 years I've been wanting to try and I'm glad we finally gone.

Delicious food - I love this place! Their pan fried dumplings are my favorite, but everything else I get there is super good and always fresh! The staff are super nice as well, great fast service!!

Good service, and always fresh ingredients. Been coming here for many years, and it's been consistent. I love the lunch special because you get a little bit of everything.

Probably a 4.5/5 for me. I was introduced to this restaurant because my dad is a frequent customer. We ended up ordering some of his favorites, which include the lamb with pickled vegetable hot pot and the thin sesame pancake with green onion. Personally, I thought the pancake was a little dry, but I really liked the flavor of the lamb soup. The portion size is large. The lamb slices were thin and not super gamey. Paired with the slightly pickled vegetables, the soup itself was a little spicy and acidic, which I thoroughly enjoyed slurping. Overall, the vibes of the restaurant felt really warm and homey. The service was also very kind and efficient. My dad spoke to the services in Mandarin. The ambience was bustling and I liked the traditionally themed fountain and rustic decor in the front entrance. There is also a sizable lot right next to the restaurant for parking, which makes it very convenient.

**January 2023: Sunday Evening Visit** My family was invited to a family friend dinner here. The restaurant served Chinese food and many patrons were Islamic and Chinese (it was also packed when my family arrived so that was a good sign as a desirable location). Food here is mainly served family style and there was a lazy sue in the center for all diners to turn and reach for different dishes. I noticed that they do not serve pork at this facility so for proteins you have lamb, seafood, chicken, and beef. Our family friend ordered and I enjoyed all the dishes. We had all the proteins, but I really liked this deconstructed chinese burrito. It comes out with hoisin sauce, tortilla, and filling then you yourself wrap it up and enjoy. I would come back!

I've been wanting to try this place for quite some years, and finally got the chance to go last weekend. The food was not bad! It has the same texture and flavor as if u go to the regular Chinese restaurants. The service is great and fast. As for the place, is big, good for a big party, they do hv a private dining in the back for a big group. But for mostly I'm impressed is the quality and the flavor of the foods is really really good! And the most important it is "Halal", so no need to worry about ordering the wrong food

One of the better tasting HALAL Chinese restaurants in the OC/LA metro area. Their servers are attentive and friendly. To my non-halal yelpers, just because the restaurants name has Islamic in it, does not mean the food or service is any different. Just as good (if not better for you ) Happy tasting food for sure. Recommendations: Green onion flat bread Whole crispy chicken Orange chicken (my preference is less sauce) Salt & pepper sole fish Salt & pepper shrimp Mushroom with bok choy

My go to for halal Chinese food. I love the fact that the menu caters to the casual American Chinese palate but also that they have the super authentic menu items as well. Sisters work very hard and get the food out quickly. Will be going here for many more years!

What used to be the best halal Chinese restaurant in town has turned into a below average quality dining experience. We recently brought out of town guests for dinner and were shocked by the tasteless food. All of the dishes that we ordered were very bland and the rice was clearly not fresh. Major decline over the past few years. Will not be returning to this restaurant.

The BEST hot and sour soup. You have to order that. The scallion pancakes and the sizzling beef dish is to die for. Knocking a start off for the ladies restroom, which really needs a renovation.

Went to Mas House this week with 13 friends and we had an amazing meal! They did a great job of bringing out hot food and seeing that we had what we needed. We delighted (again!) in the Cream Cheese Wontons (ordered 2), Walnut Shrimp (ordered 2), Three Flavor Pan Fried Noodles (ordered 2) plus Cashew Chicken and Beef Broccoli, plus soup. What a great price for all that and of course we'll be back again! BTW, we highly recommend their take out as well.

It's a very rare occasion where a city has an Islamic Chinese restaurant. That's why when I found Ma's House with a large sum of high ratings, I figured I should give them a try and see how their Chinese food compares with other Islamic Chinese restaurants I've been to. **As a preface, Islamic Chinese restaurants function and operate in the same way you'd expect most Chinese restaurants to be run. But one special difference is that places like Ma's House serve halal meat in their dishes. For those unfamiliar, halal dishes are prepared in accordance with the religious text of Islam: the Quran. Of many things, pork may not be consumed; the meat must not contain blood, alcohol, and other unhygienic additives; the animals must be slaughtered in more humane ways, and the meat must be produced and stored in a particular fashion.** I came into the restaurant on a Wednesday evening around 7:30PM to notice a small line. And from this, I waited for about 10 minutes before being seated. Looking around, I really enjoyed the warm ambiance from the reddish walls and carpet to the arches and chandelier in the restaurant entryway. Looking at the menu next, I noticed a variety of meat-based dishes as well as a large selection of vegetarian dishes. Although many of the options were appetizing, I decided on an order of Curry Chicken ($17.50), an order of Cumin Lamb ($18.95), an order of Beef Broccoli ($18.50), and an order of steamed rice ($1.50 per person). The food took about 15-20 minutes to come out. But despite the longer wait time, the food was well worth it. Looking at each dish from a quantity perspective, each had an average portion size. And after finishing a single dish, I was only filled. Each of the other dishes were given in a similar portion which left a little to be desired. At an average of $18 for an entree in the Anaheim/Fullerton area, the price tag was definitely steeper than average. And when looking at the amount given, the price to portion was only decent. The flavors of each of the dishes is what really made the price worth the expenditure. Beginning with the Cumin Lamb, the cumin spice added a sharp kick that gave flavor to the otherwise heavier-tasting lamb. But all the while, the spice was very mild and not scorching in the slightest. The meat itself was relatively juicy, but still had some dry moments. To balance out the flavor, a generous amount of onions provided some subtle sweetness which I enjoyed. As for the Beef Broccoli next, the beef was very tender! Each piece was soft and melted in the mouth. With the addition of the light sauce, the beef received added moisture that paired well with the rice. The broccoli was easy to chew yet crunchy. But despite the thick texture, the flowers had a light layer of starch which made each piece have a similar consistency to the beef. With the Curry Chicken saved for last, I'd have to say this was the best dish of the three. For starters, the curry was rich, sharp, and savory which tasted great on the rice alone. The white meat chicken was soft and broke apart easily which came as a surprise since it was not dark meat. The carrots had just the perfect chewiness and the right amount of sweetness to them as well. All of these combined together, I tasted a little of each of the five key flavors which made this dish in particular very satisfying. In all, the flavors of the dishes were unique yet delicious in their own ways. Even though the portion sizes leaned on the less than average side, the taste of the food more than compensated for the quantity. Each of the different meats were unique and had personality when other places of a similar caliber tend to taste the same. With these being said, this first experience at Ma's House easily earns a 5/5, no question. But if you have a larger appetite, you might have to spend just a bit more to feel fully satisfied. Otherwise, great food!