This place is always busy, and every time I go I am reminded why I keep coming back. The food is delicious, very tasty and good size portions, and a really good value in Venice, where it can be difficult to find good food that isn't overly priced. Don't expect much in the way of aesthetics or nice utensils, it's all the about the food, as it should be.
Great spicy Chinese food!! Went here for a quick lunch with my family after visiting Venice Beach/ Sta. Monica. Good service and good food. The restroom could use more cleaning.
This place has great lunch specials. The serves are probably on the larger side, so don't order too much unless you're ready for it! I had the szechuan eggplant, which was fresh and moreish.
Fantastic food, value and service. Definitely eat here if you can! Some of the best Chinese I've had
It's so good! The service is very good as well. Very relaxed vibe and they are open until 3 a.m.
Tons of vegetarian choices & protien options. Love to add the dollar salad to dinner. FAVORITES: Orange-Ginger Chicken with brown rice; Salt & Pepper Fish; Countryside Commune Eggs. Good teas too--hot & iced
I'm so glad this place is still here, as it brings me a lot of nostalgia from my old days living in Venice. It hasn't changed a bit since 2010, which is great. The restaurant is super accommodating to different dietary choices, like vegan and gluten-free, because they make everything from scratch. Loved the hot and sour soup and mapo tofu. Plus even the rice puffs they put on the table are gluten-free! AND, the food was super affordable for the quality and portion size. The female employee who took served on Saturday night was so kind and helpful, and I was thrilled that the vibe was so chill at 5pm (only a few people sitting inside, but many take out orders).
We had the kung pao beef and sesame yam. The kung pao beef was ok, nothing exceptional. The sesame and yam was really delicious, the fried tofu complemented the thin slices of yam really well. The staff was very nice
Shiiiiiiiii wuh bussssssn. Lol. It was really delish. Good food and service. Got the lettuce wraps they’re were alright. But the spicy chicken lo mein and the orange chicken were really good.
Great little vibe! 10/10 will be recommending at my shop. One dollar salad is definitely worth it. Only wish the dressing was a little closer to a vinaigrette. We ordered the kungpao chicken and WOW -DELICIOUS. Will be coming back to review more dishes. They give wontons for the table with a DELICIOUSSS sauce. Spring rolls are a must try ! The onion pancake was nothing like I’ve had before and it was a surprisingly tasty bite especially with the sauce it came from. Worth it for the quick stop after a long day of working. The ambiance was just my kind of vibe/lowkey place to eat with friends with good prices and a great portion of food. Thank you :) will come again
The good: orange chicken is legendary, sauce is proper and the curry which is not watery just beautifully creamy and so the wontons, amazing.
The Bad: sometimes really odd folks, you know, Venice.....Put your earbuds and just chomp your food you will love it trust me.
Will I come back: Absolutement! I like the fact that in every LA restaurant there are two music zones. The kitchen blasting Mexican music and the front of the house (at maos) playing Chinese meditation music. I am Mexican by the way.
Delicious Cantonese Cuisine in Venice!"
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Mao's is truly a gem in Venice! As a fan of Cantonese cuisine, it's such a delight to find a restaurant that serves it so well. My family and I have been regular patrons of Mao's, and we are never disappointed. The food is consistently delicious, and the flavors are authentic. The service is excellent, and the staff always makes us feel welcome. We can't get enough of their dishes, and it has become one of our favorite places to dine in Venice. Thank you, Mao's, for consistently serving amazing food and providing us with great memories. Highly recommended for anyone looking to experience authentic Cantonese flavors!
One of my favorite places to come to in Venice rarely see Cantonese restaurants and they do not disappoint thank you Mao’s for always serving my family and I, we love it.
I had the housemate noodles with fried tofu you can definitely tell their fresh noodles very simple place good flavors recommended if you want to bite of some Chinese food
Good food, huge portions. Only one waitress for the whole place (she even bussed the tables) but she was great! Bare bones, nothing fancy, just plain good and reasonably priced.
Nice and affordable place with giant portions, legendary $1 salad, careful waiter. Highly recommend if you want local Venice food on the tight budget.
If you’re visiting LA, Venice and you’re after a bite to eat check out Mao’s kitchen. They provide both vegetarian and Meat options and the prices are very reasonable, the best you will find in Los Angeles. The service is great too and they are very friendly. I eat here every time I’m in LA! Highly recommended 💫
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