China Live - Reviews

My experience at this restaurant was fantastic for lunch, offering excellent Chinese cuisine. The dim sum entrees were really good, fresh, and well cooked. The hot entrees were also great. I highly recommend the blistered beans and the fried pork dumplings. The quantities are large, providing a lot of good food. The service was terrific.

My experience at this restaurant was decent, though I felt the overall value was lacking for the price. The roast pork was a standout, featuring wonderfully crunchy skin without being overly crispy, and the meat itself wasn't too fatty. However, the pecking duck was a miss for me, as the thick breading overpowered the duck's flavor. I also wished for more soup inside the fried bao. The short rib was good, but unfortunately, it was a bit too charred. While most of the food was decent, considering the higher price point compared to other establishments, I expected more.

My experience at this restaurant was a mix of delicious food and some service hiccups. We booked for 8 pm, but unfortunately, we had to wait outside for almost 20 minutes before being seated. A significant issue was that all our ordered plates arrived at the same time, which meant some of the food was cold by the time we could finish everything. I recommend not ordering all at once. Besides these points, it's a great restaurant!

My experience at this restaurant was quite disappointing. The decibel level was dangerously loud, making conversation difficult. Adding to the frustration, the tip level was fixed at 20% with an additional 5% for employee welfare, and then an invitation to tip MORE for “exceptional” service. Our entree was a disaster; a rice noodles bowl with protein and veggies that was 97% noodles for $24. The waiter did nothing to warn us about how the dish actually presented versus the puffed-up menu description. Our Peking Duck was mediocre, though a generous portion of duck. Our table was never wiped down after our dishes were cleared, and the waiter brought dessert to a messy table. It was a total waste of $100. Shame on them.

My experience at this busy institution, which boasts a very interesting origin story, was a mix of the good and the bland. The food was generally good, though it felt geared towards a western palate with traditional offerings that were well-plated but a touch off, leaning towards blandness. The duck was a standout, very well balanced and perfectly cooked, though I wished for crispier skin. The water dumplings were noteworthy and enjoyable, with a caramelization that was just barely over the line, making them a potential favorite. However, the soup dumplings were disappointing; they were pretty but lacked sufficient soup, and the dumpling wrappers had an inconsistent thickness. I would have appreciated chili crisp, even if not traditional. The tea selection was above average. The service was super kind and very attentive, with our server Michael being particularly so, despite being busy. However, the experience was marred by being rushed out by the manager with five minutes notice due to the next table's arrival, which significantly impacted the service score. The space itself is massive and a visual feast, but the acoustics in the main dining room are horrible for conversation, making it very loud and difficult to hear oneself think. Ultimately, I'm torn on returning; the duck was good, but the rest of the meal faded from memory, and the overwhelming noise was a significant detractor.

My experience at this restaurant was marred by an unexpected 20% service fee that was automatically added to the bill. I didn't notice this, and consequently, I paid an additional 20% in tips. The "service" provided was not worth the extra charge. I advise others to be careful and check your bill.

This place is hoppin'! It’s huge and crowded with a bunch of young people. I love the vibe. The tofu dish was sooo good! It was just the right spicy and plenty for two people. I'm coming back to experience more yummy foods.

My experience at this restaurant was great. We always get the Peking duck, roast pork, and ginger onion crab. The food is consistently tasty with lots of flavors. The service is always friendly and on point.

I loved my experience at this restaurant. The atmosphere was great, with vibes that made for a pleasant dining experience. The service was also excellent, receiving a perfect score. However, my experience with the food was mixed. While the broth and noodles in the beef noodle soup were delicious and rated 5/5, the beef itself was disappointing. It was tough, like jerky, and rated 1/5. I believe the restaurant is using the wrong cut of beef for beef noodle soup. To improve this dish, the beef would need to be stewed for several more hours. Overall, the food score was a 2/5.

My experience at the restaurant was a give and take. The settings and service were great, receiving a perfect 5/5. However, the food is geared towards Westerners, meaning it's about 90% authentic. For example, the Siu Yuk was crispy, but not the authentic type of crispy you'd expect. Despite this, the flavor of the meat was well done. The atmosphere was rated 5/5, and the noise level was moderate. There was no wait time, and they offer a vegetarian menu or section, making it somewhat recommendable for vegetarians. The price per person is between $50–100.