Submitted by Lee Gary Kushner on 12/28/2021
This is absolutely THE BEST CHINESE RESTAURANT IN CHINATOWN. The dishes are more plentiful, lesser-priced, fresh, natural-tasting and delicious, here, AND THE MANAGER IS NICER, MORE ACCOMMODATING, EMOTIVELY RESPONSIVE, and she speaks perfect English, which is not always the CASE at other places. The inside is modest, BUT ROOMY and inviting, furnished with a view of the menu on the back wall, and some padded leather upholstery and art work.
My family and I have been customers at Zen Mei for many years. The food tastes homemade, is made with NO MSG, the size of the dishes are large and the prices are probably one of the lowest ones you'll find from any Chinese restaurant. The owner/chef is friendly and accommodating.
Conveniently located directly across the street from the basketball courts in the park.
Submitted by Deb on 08/15/2022
The food is meh. The steamed rice a little hard and the black mushroom/broccoli chow mein didn’t have a ton of flavor. Also the “tofu and seaweed” soup had chunks of pork in it. Maybe it’s a dish that traditionally includes pork; it would’ve been nice to see that explained. Not great for vegetarians.
Submitted by Esteban García on 07/17/2022
We found Zen Mei while driving through the neighborhood and what a surprise! Very simple restaurant with an amazing menu that rivals anyone. Great meal, very pleasant people, just perfect!
Submitted by Les Soltes on 07/09/2022
My wife and I are visiting from out of state and happen to find this little place and they by far have the best Mongolian beef and house shrimp special we have ever had!!! Highly recommended!!!
Submitted by Manuel Gutierrez on 06/16/2022
Best Chinese Food you’ll find! Taste like home cooked meal.
Submitted by Khrisna Nierras on 05/16/2022
Good solid local Chinese restaurant close to my church. Enjoyed good food with reasonable priced. We'll be back!
Submitted by Mei Chi Siu on 04/10/2022
Hole in the wall mom and pop type of place. If you support local businesses, authentic cuisine, friendly staff, and affordable prices, you'll enjoy Zen Mei Bistro. The establishment has been there for over 20 years, different owners, but the current owner understands quality and taste. Love coming here!
Submitted by Sebastian Romero on 09/11/2019
Amazing prices. Amazing tasty food. Amazing friendly staff. I love this place, one of my new favorite restaurants in LA.
Thank you!! ❤️
Submitted by Steve Korell on 07/01/2019
The Kung Pao Tofu was great! Enough for two people (or two meals). Took it up the hill and had a nice dinner over the city!
Submitted by Jesse Warren on 05/27/2019