Village Kitchen家湘味 - Reviews

We traveled from Seattle specifically to try this Hunan restaurant. Our experience was fantastic; the food was really good, so much so that we returned for a second night in a row. The service was also nice. We highly recommend this place.

My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I had the Eggs Benedict, and it was the best I've ever had. I will definitely stop by again the next time I'm in San Diego. 👍

Initially, I mistook the waitress for being inattentive as she practically threw the Coke, dishes, and everything else onto our table without a word, despite our repeated "thank yous. " It was only later I realized she could actually speak. The bullfrog (牛蛙) we ordered was priced around $49, but in my opinion, it wasn’t worth it. While we don't typically mind spending money, the service was among the worst I’ve experienced in the United States. Her service simply didn’t live up to the price. That said, the food itself wasn’t too bad. You can still give it a try, but be prepared to leave a bad review if you encounter the same awful service I did.

My experience at this restaurant was overwhelmingly negative. The food was absolutely trashy; the meat was too fatty and the taste was excessively salty. I truly regretted eating at this place. To make matters worse, it was overpriced. I would not recommend this place at all!

I generally avoid leaving negative reviews, hoping a bad experience is a one-off. However, my two visits to this restaurant, both on Thursdays, were marked by terrible service. As we were a party of seven and ordered many dishes, we accumulated leftovers. When we asked for to-go boxes, the waitress stated, "You guys are asking too many, if you want more we will charge! " This was incredibly rude, especially considering how much we spent. I couldn't believe her audacity. I wish I hadn't left any tip for her. I will never come back to this place again. If you're looking to experience rude service, feel free to visit yourself.

My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! There was plenty of parking, and the friendly staff provided quick service. I appreciated the convenience of the QR code to view and order online. The food was delicious with large portion sizes. Specifically, the buns were soft and fluffy, pairing perfectly with the braised pork belly. The beef noodles were also delicious!

My experience at this restaurant was marked by truly excellent food. Initially, the tap water was unappetizing, identifiable by its smell. However, on a recent visit, the water quality had significantly improved, feeling like bottled or good filtered water, with no more tap water. The atmosphere and service were also rated highly.

My experience at this restaurant was marked by inconsistent service, specifically regarding the order in which dishes were served. Despite arriving earlier, those who arrived later received their meals sooner. While the food was good, the service aspect of the meal was a letdown.

My experience at this Chinese restaurant was mixed. The sour and spicy shredded potato was just okay, with a plain flavor that I wouldn't recommend. The Chicken intestines and hunan stir fried pork were very spicy, which was good with white rice, but both dishes were excessively salty, requiring a lot of water. Given the many recommendations for this restaurant as the best in San Diego, I wonder if the competition is lower than expected, or if three dishes is too small a sample size for a fair review. More dishes would need to be tried for a comprehensive assessment.

My experience involved concerns about chemical food contamination. My takeout order wasn't being prioritized. I observed staff handling spray and a towel, and then immediately handling food, multiple times during the New Year's rush. I urge the establishment to avoid being sloppy and to prioritize safety with our food.