Tamara Schwarting
We stopped by Kowloon in Indio on Christmas Eve for Chinese takeout based on Google recommendations, and it absolutely did not disappoint.
This is a small, family-owned restaurant, clearly focused on takeout. We ordered a generous spread: handmade egg rolls, sweet and sour pork, spicy beef lo mein, Kung Pao chicken, white rice, fried rice, and cheese rangoon.
Overall, the portions were huge—easily about 50% more food than we typically get from our local Chinese restaurant for roughly the same price. Everything tasted fresh and well prepared, and the value was excellent.
The standout dish was the Kung Pao chicken. It had the perfect level of heat, and the ingredients were noticeably fresh and flavorful. The lo mein was hearty and satisfying, the sweet and sour pork was classic and well done, and the egg rolls were clearly handmade, which made a big difference.
The atmosphere when we picked up our order was very minimal, but the staff was warm and genuinely appreciative of the business, which added to the experience.
For $60, we received three large entrées and an appetizer—enough food for multiple meals. If you’re looking for solid Chinese takeout, great value, and generous portions in the Indio area, Kowloon is absolutely worth a stop.
… moreSherman T
Finally tried this place for authentic Chinese food which most people don’t understand doesn’t have a lot of flavor because that is for you to add. This hole in the wall restaurant is affordable and what you’ll find in a real Chinatown especially being a family business. The quality of food and service is so far the best in CV. We had the delicious hot and sour soup, Singapore noodles and combination shrimp. Portions are big and everyone took food home. They had plenty of regulars and we will be back!
… moreTraveling Kupo
@traveling_kupo Located this delicious Wor Won Ton soup in the city of Indio, California. Great place to pull over for some Chinese Food. The lunch specials are at a great deal, the soups are my favorite and the service is on point. Does get busy during lunch hours. But it is also the last great Chinese restaurant before heading east to Arizona, or South to El Centro, Mexicali area. A must try. lil parking, handicap access. But it is a must try location.
… moreKenneth Martinson
My new favorite Chinese Food restaurant in Coachella Valley! They are fast and efficient and the food all tastes great! This place understands the concept of flavor beautifully! I can’t wait to try their other dishes, I got the cashew shrimp today and it was Yummy! The Egg Roll was big and delicious, and egg drop soup also tasty! Yay!
… moreAnna Cruz
Very tasty love the customer service and the crew came out very fast. I do recommend and I will return
… moreDawn Erika Mendez
We tried this highly-rated hole-in-the-wall Chinese spot, but unfortunately, it didn’t live up to the hype. The 8 appetizer sampler was dry and lacked flavor, and the Mongolian beef was just meh. Tender beef, but a bland sauce. The Yang Chow fried rice was a little salty but still somehow flavorless, which was odd. It just didn’t come together like it should have. The portions were huge, which is usually a plus, but I wasn’t excited enough to keep eating. Service was fine, and I did enjoy the free soup they offered at the start, but that’s about it.
Overall, this place didn’t impress, and I don’t think I’ll be back.
… moreSimon Eats Too Much
Quaint, hole-in-the-wall Chinese restaurant owned by a humble family. It was sweet seeing the owner’s children running around, set a neat view into cultures making their living here through sharing cultural food. Unfortunately, though, the food was not very tasty. Portions were large, but I did not entirely LOVE any of the dishes we ordered (I added captions to the pictures of the dishes I remembered). The price was fair for how much food we got, but it definitely felt as though they valued quantity over quality.
The interior was also very, very dark and the location is right off of the freeway exit. By no means is the outside or inside beautifully decorated, but again it seems like the owners are making do with what they have. There is a restroom inside and plenty of parking outside. Try it out if you want large portions of OK Chinese food!
… moreJOnas
I had been avoiding this place because I didn’t want to have another disappointing experience with Chinese food since I got to the valley. But I finally did, and I must say it wasn’t a total disappointment. The fried rice and spicy chicken were the top dishes. Fresh and tastee! The barbecue slices were not as great. They were just pork with sauce, not really bbq. But the service was great, the two ladies working the front and serving were very friendly and attentive. The prices are reasonable, and the portions are a good size. We were able to eat lunch the next day with the leftovers. Overall i was happy with this place.
… moreMargo Devlin
I think this is the best Chinese Food in the Valley. My friend recommended it, and we went together . While trying to decide, a steaming plate, of Orange Chicken, was delivered to another table, and my decision was made! My friend chose Mongolian Beef and we shared dishes. The chicken was crunchie and sweet, with a kick,. So good! The beef was tender, and well seasoned, with a savory sauce. Huge portions! Friendly service.
My latest favorite !
… moreWilliam Wood
Service 5 star
FOOD 5 star
Atmosphere 4 star
Place has great service there quick to attend you, food has flavor and there is a lot of food, prices are vary low especially for the amount of food they bring out I recommend they raise there prices as I eat in the streets all the time and there prices are vary low, you can difinetly fill up and feed many with 2 or 3 plates, the Atmosphere how ever is below average if they change there lighting they would improve Atmosphere, place is a good spot to eat a lot with flavor and for a few bucks!! All in all it’s a great place for a full quick grab and plenty of food!! Can’t beat that!
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