Beef Broccoli Beef Broccoli

Tender beef slices stir-fried with fresh broccoli in a savory Asian-inspired sauce.

Jacky's Galaxie

Jacky's Galaxie

1449 Mineral Spring Ave, North Providence, RI 02904, 02904-3141, United States

Thai • Pizza • Sushi • Chinese


"With four locations all over Rhode Island, Jacky’s Waterplace has become a Ocean State staple for fresh sushi and an unreasonably wide variety of classic and contemporary Asian Cuisines including Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, Cambodian and more. I went to the Providence location to celebrate my birthday with my family! And boy, did we celebrate. They spoil me. We started off with the chicken lettuce wraps, shrimp lettuce wraps, spring rolls, honey glazed boneless ribs and gyoza. The lettuce wraps come four per order, and Jacky’s has my favorite version of this appetizer that seems to be on every appetizer menu now a days. Each piece of lettuce comes filled to the brim with the chicken (or shrimp), water chestnut, carrot, shiitake mushroom, and pine nut mixture. And each piece of lettuce sits on top of an oversized wonton. This is by far the best solution to the sloppy-messy-falling apart-soggy lettuce wrap problem I’ve ever seen. I always tell myself I won’t eat the wonton to save room for everything else, but, uh – let’s be real. I devoured it. The spring rolls were tasty and traditional. There are only two per order but they come cut in half – this is a great appetizer to share that won’t fill you up too much. What I like most about these spring rolls is that the outer crust is crunchy without being slimy from the oil they were fried in. The honey glazed boneless ribs were phenomenal. They were tender and delicately sweet! However, try to show some self control and don’t go for the pickled radish and carrots that are on the plate. You don’t always have to eat the garnish but I don’t have any self control and always try them! They were…interesting. I tried it paired it with the ribs themselves to see if they were supposed to compliment each other. And just…no. Pass. Focus on the highlight of the dish! The gyoza were tasty but small. I mean, real small. Bite size. Not that their size should be considered a negative, they’re just appetizers! The pork inside is extremely well seasoned and delicious! These sure as hell aren’t those flavorless fried dough pockets you have to drown in dipping sauce from the only Chinese take out place opened at 3 a.m. (you guys know who I’m talking about). My brother and mother ordered from the sushi menu for dinner. My brother got the spicy tuna maki roll entrée. Here’s the thing – I have nothing negative to say about these rolls. They’re good. Tasty. Spicy. But they taste like every other spicy tuna roll you can get in Rhode Island. That’s not a bad thing, it is what it is. But I cannot say with enough emphasis that when you come to Jacky’s you are much better off ordering the sashimi! If you love raw fish, you cannot go wrong here. Every piece is fresh and just melts in your mouth. It’s rare to find a place that can consistently, visit after visit provide such a quality product. And raw fish is nothing to mess around with! If you ever had the unfortunate experience of having a piece of sashimi that just doesn’t taste quite right, you know how amazing it is to find a place that delivers! And Jacky’s most definitely does. My Dad and I went the noodle route – he ordered the Singapore Noodles and I ordered the Japanese Udon noodles with shrimp. The Singapore Noodles are listed on the menu as having jalapeños and curry…so why my father (who doesn’t like spicy foods) ordered this dish is beyond me. He swore up and down that when he orders this dish normally it’s “not THAT spicy.” But apparently this night, it was. We ended up trading. I guess the lesson here is the spice level is inconsistent. So if you’re not sure if you can handle it, try something else! But if you’re like me and love a kick to your meal: go for it. It’s delicious. The udon noodles were freakin’ awesome. I got them with shrimp and I love, love love, that I didn’t get a dish filled with those creepy ass tiny little baby thumbnail size shrimp. You know, those creepy ones you get in much crappier Chinese restaurants? None of that here. At Jacky’s they know that no self respecting Rhode Islander would tolerate such nonsense. HUGE SHRIMP IN YOUR UDON NOODLES: CHECK. Finally, at the end of the meal our waitress (who was fantastic) surprised me with a birthday cheesecake! It was just enough for the entire family to get in on – it was so creamy! I don’t know if they make it in house, but it didn’t taste out of a box. Jacky’s Waterplace has consistently delivered great food and wonderful service across each location. The only thing that puts the Providence location over the rest is the view! It directly overlooks the river where waterfire takes place and when the river isn’t on fire, the skyline lights up at sunset to provide a unique perspective over the city of Providence! goodeatsmundial.com"

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."

Wu's House Merrillville

Wu's House Merrillville

8117 Georgia St, Merrillville, United States Of America, 46410

Asian • Drinks • Hibachi • Japanese


"Decor and ambience was very cool. Very inviting. We sat at the bar so we wouldn't have to wait. Someone helped us right away with drinks, appetizers, etc. She was very helpful and very attentive. We went all out and got some cocktails, beer, and sake bombs. The menu had a decent selection of drink options but alot of it was unavailable, which is understandable given the current supply chain issue. For appetizers we opted for the edamame (always a classic, always good),Thai coconut shrimp (to die for, a must of you're looking for a great app), and beef negimaki (I probably wouldn't order it again but I'm glad I tried it). Sooo many choices for Sushi Rolls! The problem with that is, you don't know what'sactually good! We ordered the Chef's special roll, Jaguar roll, Honey roll, and the table side presented Fire roll. I give these rolls a 3 out of 5, unfortunately. Presentation was good, I probably just failed to order the right ones thatwould personally hit the spot. We wanted to try one of the Thai main dishes so we selected the Pad Thai. One of my favorite noodle dishes. Wu's House did it justice. I'd say 4 out of 4. Enough tang and sweetness to satisfy my tastebuds! From the hibachi grill we got the steak, shrimp, and salmon combo with a couple of sides of golden sauce (aka egg yolk sauce). I'd say it was what to be expected of the hibachi presentation. Overall it was a great experience, goodservice, and good food! I would definitely go back to give the sushi rolls another chance."