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Bamboo Cuisine

Bamboo Cuisine

14010 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks, CA 91423-3512, United States

Chinese • Seafood • Chicken • Vegetarian


"Sitting modestly along Ventura Boulevard in the heart of Sherman Oaks, California you will find Bamboo Cuisine. We have found this tastefully-appointed Chinese restaurant to provide exceptionally fresh fare and a delightfully relaxed ambiance to boot. From the moment you arrive and enter into the front door, sounds of water resonate from a corner of the room instantly setting you at ease from the bustling town of L.A. But you’re away from all of what was left outside as soon as you entered, and only tranquility, expertly-prepared cuisine, and a friendly and efficient staff exist now to help make your meal that much more memorable. Having received the Award of Distinction as well as being named “The Best Chinese Restaurant In the Valley” by Zagat, the establishment takes pride in their acclamations. But what really makes the owners happy is seeing the pouring in of patrons from morning until night. A popular lunch spot for locals who are in the know, and a restful and relaxing dinner spot for regulars and visitors in the city, Bamboo Cuisine provides everything made-to-order to suit the cravings of most any appetite ready to be satisfied with some pretty amazing Chinese cuisine. Bamboo Cuisine offers a popular lunch selection that will appeal not only to those yearning for great Chinese cuisine, but also inventive and colorful preparations. Along with such a divine selection of menu items available, Bamboo Cuisine also offers libations from a full bar, banquet facilities, a catering service as well as nearby delivery from the restaurant. If you’re in the vicinity and ready for an extremely flavorsome meal during lunchtime, stop into Bamboo Cuisine for a dining experience that’s not too heavy on the pocketbook. For under $20, my husband and I enjoyed items from the Lunch Specials menu, which came with hot tea, salad with ginger dressing, and Wonton or Egg Drop soup. The hot tea was refillable at no additional charge, while the salad and soup were filling and a wonderful prequel to our upcoming entrée choices. Shrimp Cashews, Beef Broccoli Chicken Fried Rice On this particular visit, I chose one of my favorites…Shrimp Cashews, while my husband decided on the Beef Broccoli presentation. Both dishes were served in colorfully-designed serving plates and included large shrimp, cashews and tender pieces of beef with freshly steamed and stir fried broccoli. A side of chicken fried rice accompanied these selections magnificently. Delicious, and such a deal for lunch in the nonstop L.A area, Bamboo Cuisine in the heart of Sherman Oaks is the place for that perfect lunch when you’re looking for delicious cuisine in a relaxed and tranquil setting. ESTABLISHMENT DECOR: A calm sets in upon entering the front doors of Bamboo Cuisine. The babbling of a fountain nearby, the statues of Buddah, the vibrant hues of reds and golds throughout the eatery, and the museum-like glass encasements of Chinese figurines between the walls of the dining rooms all aid in the whole ambiance of relaxation while you enjoy your meal in serenity. FOOD DRINK: Fresh tasting culinary presentations are offered stemming from the major areas of China. Prepared to your specifications, the kitchen at Bamboo Cuisine is happy to adjust meals to any dietary requirements, so don’t be shy to ask. LOCATION: Bamboo Cuisine is located at 14010 Ventura Boulevard in Sherman Oaks, CA 91423. HOURS: Hours of service include Sunday through Thursday from 11:30 AM until 10:30 PM, and Fridays and Saturdays from 11:30 AM through 11:00 PM. SERVICE STAFF: Kind servers and an efficient focused kitchen staff are responsible for hot meals making it to the table in record time. PRICE VALUE: An exceptional value for what you receive, especially during the Lunch Special time. Quality ingredients go into every dish on the menu, and you can taste the excellence of the skilled chefs behind the scenes. CORKAGE FEE: $20 per 750 mL bottle of wine. CONTACT INFO: Phone (818) 788-0202, Website: [hidden link] PARKING: Valet parking and metered street parking are available for your convenience. PRICING: My Shrimp Cashews entrée selection came in at an amazing $8.75, while my husband ordered the Beef Broccoli dish at $7.25. Our meals came with refillable hot tea, chicken fried rice, and salads with a pleasing ginger dressing."

Wilfrid's

Wilfrid's

1 Rideau St Ottawa, ON K1N 8S7, K1N8S7, United States

Canadian • Vegetarian • Continental • Gluten Free


"I would not at all recommend Wilfrid`s for their buffet brunch. While the cold buffet offers a few higher end choices, such as cold prawns, smoked salmon and fresh lettuce with its accoutrements, the mixed salads are nondescript and loaded with objectionable ingredients. The hot buffet is unimaginative, limited and in my experience at least, always dried up, unappetizing and overcooked, even when the buffet opens. Half empty selections are neither rearranged nor removed, there is a preponderance of either cheap cuts of beef, pork and other dishes which do not cater to traditional food restrictions, the fish is overdone and over spiced, and the so-called chef behind the counter is defensive and unhelpful. It is not possible to order an egg done the way you like it, the fresh fruit is tasteless and not ripe, there is no fresh squeezed juice or even semblance thereof, and the dessert table is uninspiring. On the positive front, the atmosphere is pleasant, though the chairs are so heavy that even a prize fighter would have trouble moving them in and out from the table. Depending on which server is assigned to your table, the service can be friendly, but even that is inconsistent, as the staff usually does not attend to the guests as they should, probably because it is a buffet. In short, use your hard earned dollars for an à la carte brunch somewhere else and possibly try this place for a drink and a snack."

Restaurant Suntory

Restaurant Suntory

2233 Kalakaua Avenue, Suite 307 Honolulu, HI 96815, 96815-2542, United States

Sushi • Steak • Brazier • Japanese


"When visiting Suntory, plan ahead and make reservations. Too often I 've wanted to have a quick lunch at Suntory only to find out they 're fully booked for lunch. My Mom loves Suntory and has been asking me to take her for awhile. Luckily I snagged reservations and ordered the limited set Shunsai lunch. Service at Suntory is always great. We were seated at a very nice and comfortable table. Our server was attentive and efficient. Not to mention the a/c was at a perfect temperature. Not too hot or cold which for me is hard to do. Everyone in our group found something to suit their taste. For me, the tempura and cold udon combo was excellent. Tempura was crispy, light, and had all the right vegetables with a fried shrimp. The cold udon was also good but maybe too light in flavor. My Dad had the Shunsai and he said it was special. While there wasn 't a specific dish that stood out, he thought the entire set was well done and ample. My Mom had the cold soba and tempura. She enjoyed it and said it was very good. I wish they would bring back their lunch specials. I used to have this baked salmon avocado mayo dish that was very good. That was the only disappointment as I was looking forward to maybe ordering that dish. Since Suntory is located in the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center parking was tight and validation limited. Overall lunch was relaxing and everyone enjoyed the food. We will definitely return! LOCATION: 4/5 FOOD: 4/5 SERVICE: 5/5 VALUE: 4/5 AMBIANCE: 5/5 PET FRIENDLY: no CLEANLINESS: 5/5 PARKING: 4/5"