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WilliamLewis — 2009-11-10 16:48:38

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- ''2009-11-10 16:00:49'' [[nbsp]] I don't know if this place is the "best" in Davis (I'd probably vote for Jade Garden)... but it's pretty darn close. Very authentic Chinese food, no complaints from me.	+ ''2009-11-10 16:00:49'' [[nbsp]] I don't know if this place is the "best" in Davis (I'd probably vote for ["Jade Garden"])... but it's pretty darn close. Very authentic Chinese food, no complaints from me.

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ChonT — 2009-11-10 16:00:49

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	+ ------ + ''2009-11-10 16:00:49'' [[nbsp]] I don't know if this place is the "best" in Davis (I'd probably vote for Jade Garden)... but it's pretty darn close. Very authentic Chinese food, no complaints from me. + + This is probably the only Chinese place I've ever been to, where I'm satisfied with the food in the "buffet" warming trays. It's usually cooked very fresh (no more than 15 minutes from the wok during lunch hours)... and tastes great. My only gripe/complaint/hope: more variety. Seems like it's been the same 6 dishes all week. --["Users/ChonT"]

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BenLee — 2009-11-05 09:39:09

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- *The restaurant will be closing at it's current location by the end of November. The one at mansion square is the new location and should be up and running by January 2010. --["Users/BenLee"]	+ *The restaurant will be closing at it's current location by the end of November. The one at Mansion Square is the new location and should be up and running by January 2010. --["Users/BenLee"]

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BenLee — 2009-11-05 09:36:56

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	+ *The restaurant will be closing at it's current location by the end of November. The one at mansion square is the new location and should be up and running by January 2010. --["Users/BenLee"]

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NickSchmalenberger — 2009-11-04 01:57:40

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	+ I've wondered the same thing because my chopsticks had an address in ["Mansion Square"] on the wrapper. --["Users/NickSchmalenberger"]

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Eirin — 2009-11-04 01:35:13

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	+ ------ + ''2009-11-04 01:35:13'' [[nbsp]] I was wondering, is this place moving? Because I saw the exact same restaurant name on this (currently) closed store in Mansion square. --["Users/Eirin"]

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IdealParadigm — 2009-08-13 16:12:53

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- *Chinese food is like any other food, it can be healthy or unhealthy, but there are several different styles. Saying that food is "chinese" actually covers a wide range of foods. It can be Schezwan, Taiwanese, etc. America just has classified all these types of food to be "Chinese" and thus there are many misconceptions on just how wide the food spectrum that label covers. In the scheme of things, Professor, any food can be healthy, it's just a matter of how it is prepared, what's in the food, and the cooking/baking/stewing process, not the origin or possible cultural attachment it may have. -["Users/IdealParadigm"]	+ *Chinese food is like any other food, it can be healthy or unhealthy, but there are several different styles. Saying that food is "Chinese" actually covers a wide range of foods. It can be Schezwan, Taiwanese, etc. America just has classified all these types of food to be "Chinese" and thus there are many misconceptions on just how wide the food spectrum that label covers. In the scheme of things, Professor, any food can be healthy, it's just a matter of how it is prepared, what's in the food, and the cooking/baking/stewing process, not the origin or possible cultural attachment it may have. -["Users/IdealParadigm"]

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IdealParadigm — 2009-08-13 16:12:41

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- *Chinese food is like any other food, it can be healthy or unhealthy, but there are several different styles. Saying that food is "chinese" actually covers a wide range of foods. It can be Schewan, Taiwanese, etc. America just has classified all these types of food to be "Chinese" and thus there are many misconceptions on just how wide the food spectrum that label covers. In the scheme of things, Professor, any food can be healthy, it's just a matter of how it is prepared, what's in the food, and the cooking/baking/stewing process, not the origin or possible cultural attachment it may have. -["Users/IdealParadigm"]	+ *Chinese food is like any other food, it can be healthy or unhealthy, but there are several different styles. Saying that food is "chinese" actually covers a wide range of foods. It can be Schezwan, Taiwanese, etc. America just has classified all these types of food to be "Chinese" and thus there are many misconceptions on just how wide the food spectrum that label covers. In the scheme of things, Professor, any food can be healthy, it's just a matter of how it is prepared, what's in the food, and the cooking/baking/stewing process, not the origin or possible cultural attachment it may have. -["Users/IdealParadigm"]

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IdealParadigm — 2009-08-13 16:12:28

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	+ + *Chinese food is like any other food, it can be healthy or unhealthy, but there are several different styles. Saying that food is "chinese" actually covers a wide range of foods. It can be Schewan, Taiwanese, etc. America just has classified all these types of food to be "Chinese" and thus there are many misconceptions on just how wide the food spectrum that label covers. In the scheme of things, Professor, any food can be healthy, it's just a matter of how it is prepared, what's in the food, and the cooking/baking/stewing process, not the origin or possible cultural attachment it may have. -["Users/IdealParadigm"]

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IdealParadigm — 2009-08-13 16:09:56

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	+ + Yes... let's insult people that come straight from Taiwan/China about their cuisine because apparently you have more experience with Chinese food, EATING it rather that PREPARING it. Good call there. -["Users/IdealParadigm"]

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IdealParadigm — 2009-08-13 16:07:12

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	+ + Wow, you're dense. Coming from someone who has worked in a Chinese restaurant before, it's true, making a small side of Fried rice is not very economic, because the amount of labor that goes into cooking Fried Rice is more than you think. The easiest way is to make a large batch. You're the type of person that creates a hard atmosphere for Chinese cuisine to work. If you want bastardized Chinese food, go to Panda Express, but don't spout your inexperience of Chinese cuisine on a page that deserves more uplifting responses. By the way, Panda Express uses this same fashion to cook their Sweet & Sour chicken, it's a batter around chicken pieces, deep fried, and then coated with Sweet & Sour sauce. Before you criticize a business's method of creating a cuisine, how about you educate yourself in how the dish is commonly prepared? -["Users/IdealParadigm"]

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Saengking — 2009-08-07 17:34:26

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- Mister Lee, known to his friends as Steve and his wife Jean are back. Formerly on ["Lake Boulevard"] in the current location of ["Shanghai Town"], but are now located in South Davis. The deal to sell Hometown Chinese Food didn't work out and he's the owner again. He did get to make a trip to Taiwan and he brought back some tasty new menu items. Located where ["Norm's Pizza"] used to be. The display trays are only filled during lunch hours (11:30-2pm). Otherwise, all your food will be made-to-order; and obviously all food items that are not in the display trays will be made-to-order. Please note that Mr. Lee cooks all the dishes by himself (with one assistant during dinner) so this is not "fast food". Speed tends to be a bigger issue during dinner hours (5:30-8pm) - there will be TONS of people so you will have to wait quite a while even if you pre-order by phone. Either get their early, or buy your food earlier during the day and save it for dinner.	+ Mister Lee, known to his friends as Steve and his wife Jean are back. Formerly on ["Lake Boulevard"] in the current location of ["Shanghai Town"], but are now located in South Davis. The deal to sell Hometown Chinese Food didn't work out and he's the owner again. He did get to make a trip to Taiwan and he brought back some tasty new menu items. Located where ["Norm's Pizza"] used to be. The display trays are only filled during lunch hours (11:30-2pm). Otherwise, all your food will be made-to-order; and obviously all food items that are not in the display trays will be made-to-order. Please note that Mr. Lee cooks all the dishes by himself (with one assistant during dinner) so this is not "fast food". Speed tends to be a bigger issue during dinner hours (5:30-8pm) - there will be TONS of people so you will have to wait quite a while even if you pre-order by phone. Either get there early, or buy your food earlier during the day and save it for dinner.

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CovertProfessor — 2009-08-04 09:34:06

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	+ * Ah, ok. I had always been told that Chinese food with lots of oil was Americanized Chinese food, and that authentic Chinese food was much healthier. Perhaps others on this page who don't think the food at HCF is authentic have the same misconception that I did. Does HCF serve any non-oily vegetable dishes (other than one you can request specially)? I don't think I've seen them on the menu. It would be a welcome addition, from my perspective. --["Users/CovertProfessor"]

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BenLee — 2009-08-03 23:25:23

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- *Just like most cuisines, there will be dishes that are greasy and dishes that are not. I grew up eating vegetable dishes that were not oily and meat dishes that were mostly oily. --["Users/BenLee"]	+ *Just like most cuisines, there will be dishes that are greasy and dishes that are not. I grew up eating vegetable dishes that were not oily and meat dishes that were mostly oily and heavy. This was balanced out with plain steamed white rice and soup with little salt. --["Users/BenLee"]

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	+ *Just like most cuisines, there will be dishes that are greasy and dishes that are not. I grew up eating vegetable dishes that were not oily and meat dishes that were mostly oily. --["Users/BenLee"]

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CovertProfessor — 2009-08-03 20:38:06

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	+ * Hmm, you didn't really answer my question. It wasn't rhetorical; I genuinely would like to know the answer. --["Users/CovertProfessor"]

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BenLee — 2009-08-03 19:44:19

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	+ * If it is too greasy for you, you can go ahead and request less oil or salt. The chef has no problems cooking to request as long as its nothing very tedious during busy hours. ["Users/BenLee"]

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CovertProfessor — 2009-08-03 15:39:41

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- "...apparently you've never had good chinese." It is unfortunate that you did not have a good experience; but please do not mock the people that come from China/Taiwan or those who grew up in Chinese homes that have eaten authentic Chinese food their whole lives and vouched for this place --["Users/BenLee"] - What BenLee said. Hometown is usually full of people who would appear to know what good Chinese food is. Comments like yours make me wonder if you might somehow be related to Hometown's competition. --["users/jimstewart"]	+ "...apparently you've never had good chinese." It is unfortunate that you did not have a good experience; but please do not mock the people that come from China/Taiwan or those who grew up in Chinese homes that have eaten authentic Chinese food their whole lives and vouched for this place --["Users/BenLee"] + What BenLee said. Hometown is usually full of people who would appear to know what good Chinese food is. Comments like yours make me wonder if you might somehow be related to Hometown's competition. --["users/jimstewart"] + * As someone who did not grow up eating authentic Chinese food, I have to ask: Is authentic Chinese food so greasy? The times I have been to HCF, the food had a lot of oil in it. That's not what I prefer, both for health and for taste. And no, I am not connected to any of HCF's competitors. --["Users/CovertProfessor"]

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JimStewart — 2009-08-03 15:22:40

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	+ * What BenLee said. Hometown is usually full of people who would appear to know what good Chinese food is. Comments like yours make me wonder if you might somehow be related to Hometown's competition. --["users/jimstewart"]

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BenLee — 2009-08-02 21:10:09

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	+ *"...apparently you've never had good chinese." It is unfortunate that you did not have a good experience; but please do not mock the people that come from China/Taiwan or those who grew up in Chinese homes that have eaten authentic Chinese food their whole lives and vouched for this place --["Users/BenLee"]

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jewbaca — 2009-08-02 11:23:53

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	+ ------ + ''2009-08-02 12:23:53'' [[nbsp]] i love chinese food more than any other food in the world and i have to say this was some of the worst chinese food i've ever had. To the people who said it was the best in yolo county, its not even the best in davis and you apparently you've never had good chinese. Atleast i can the say they didn't screw up my white rice, however even that would be hard to do. Avoid this place, its not good americanized or actual chinese --["Users/jewbaca"]

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ScottWong — 2009-07-08 09:04:03

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- [[nbsp]]I am completely surprised by the negative reviews. I've eaten here for at least three years. Jean and Steve are always consummate hosts. Even though they often are serving thirty people and have many long-time clients, they always try their utmost to attend to you. Those who've had bad service need to remember that, at any restaurant, the squeaky (but polite) wheel gets the grease. They've always made sure I had the right sauces, boxes to take food home, and when the restaurant is closing have checked up on how I'm doing. I've eaten Chinese food in ten states in two countries, and this remains the best place I've ever had the pleasure of eating at. It's authentic, delicious, holds up in the refrigerator... And I've brought more than twenty of my friends here, all of whom love it. It's not for everyone, but it is amazing food. I know a few friends who prefer this place to locations in the Bay Area!	+ ''2009-07-07 15:01:49'' [[nbsp]] I am completely surprised by the negative reviews. I've eaten here for at least three years. Jean and Steve are always consummate hosts. Even though they often are serving thirty people and have many long-time clients, they always try their utmost to attend to you. Those who've had bad service need to remember that, at any restaurant, the squeaky (but polite) wheel gets the grease. They've always made sure I had the right sauces, boxes to take food home, and when the restaurant is closing have checked up on how I'm doing. I've eaten Chinese food in ten states in two countries, and this remains the best place I've ever had the pleasure of eating at. It's authentic, delicious, holds up in the refrigerator... And I've brought more than twenty of my friends here, all of whom love it. It's not for everyone, but it is amazing food. I know a few friends who prefer this place to locations in the Bay Area!

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FredericChristie — 2009-07-07 14:03:59

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- My recommendations? The Singapore Curry Noodles are best chilled. Get them to go and have them the next day. Their Fried Pork Chop is flavorful and tender both over rice and on its own. Their over-rice dishes are some of the best deals you can get in town. I'm a fried rice connoisseur, and the fried rice here is delicious without being greasy. Bites of fresh-cooked egg suffuse every part of the rice. The Beef Noodle Soup is spicy (and, again, amazing the next day chilled), with giant chunks of well-stewed tender beef. The Black Pepper Beef and Szechuan Beef have kick. The Garlic dishes have amazing kick to them. And, since it's in a gas station, you have dozens of beverage choices at a nominal price to choose from. I typically go for the $1.99 for the 64 oz soda. ["Users/FredericChristie"]	+ My recommendations? The Singapore Curry Noodles are best chilled. Get them to go and have them the next day. Their Fried Pork Chop is flavorful and tender both over rice and on its own. Their over-rice dishes are some of the best deals you can get in town. I'm a fried rice connoisseur, and the fried rice here is delicious without being greasy. Bites of fresh-cooked egg suffuse every part of the rice. The Beef Noodle Soup is spicy (and, again, amazing the next day chilled), with giant chunks of well-stewed tender beef. The Black Pepper Beef and Szechuan Beef have kick. The Garlic dishes have amazing kick to them. And, since it's in a gas station, you have dozens of beverage choices at a nominal price to choose from. I typically go for the $1.99 for the 64 oz soda. + + My only complaint is about the wait during rush time (which only goes to show how good and authentic the food is). To avoid this problem, come later than 8:00 or, preferably, before 4:00. ["Users/FredericChristie"]

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- I am completely surprised by the negative reviews. I've eaten here for at least three years. Jean and Steve are always consummate hosts. Even though they often are serving thirty people and have many long-time clients, they always try their utmost to attend to you. Those who've had bad service need to remember that, at any restaurant, the squeaky (but polite) wheel gets the grease. They've always made sure I had the right sauces, boxes to take food home, and when the restaurant is closing have checked up on how I'm doing. I've eaten Chinese food in ten states in two countries, and this remains the best place I've ever had the pleasure of eating at. It's authentic, delicious, holds up in the refrigerator... And I've brought more than twenty of my friends here, all of whom love it. It's not for everyone, but it is amazing food. I know a few friends who prefer this place to locations in the Bay Area!	+ [[nbsp]]I am completely surprised by the negative reviews. I've eaten here for at least three years. Jean and Steve are always consummate hosts. Even though they often are serving thirty people and have many long-time clients, they always try their utmost to attend to you. Those who've had bad service need to remember that, at any restaurant, the squeaky (but polite) wheel gets the grease. They've always made sure I had the right sauces, boxes to take food home, and when the restaurant is closing have checked up on how I'm doing. I've eaten Chinese food in ten states in two countries, and this remains the best place I've ever had the pleasure of eating at. It's authentic, delicious, holds up in the refrigerator... And I've brought more than twenty of my friends here, all of whom love it. It's not for everyone, but it is amazing food. I know a few friends who prefer this place to locations in the Bay Area!
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- My recommendations? The Singapore Curry Noodles are best chilled. Get them to go and have them the next day. Their Fried Pork Chop is flavorful and tender both over rice and on its own. Their over-rice dishes are some of the best deals you can get in town. I'm a fried rice connoisseur, and the fried rice here is delicious without being greasy. Bites of fresh-cooked egg suffuse every part of the rice. The Beef Noodle Soup is spicy (and, again, amazing the next day chilled), with giant chunks of well-stewed tender beef. The Black Pepper Beef and Szechuan Beef have kick. The Garlic dishes have amazing kick to them. And, since it's in a gas station, you have dozens of beverage choices at a nominal price to choose from. I typically go for the $1.99 for the 64 oz soda.	+ My recommendations? The Singapore Curry Noodles are best chilled. Get them to go and have them the next day. Their Fried Pork Chop is flavorful and tender both over rice and on its own. Their over-rice dishes are some of the best deals you can get in town. I'm a fried rice connoisseur, and the fried rice here is delicious without being greasy. Bites of fresh-cooked egg suffuse every part of the rice. The Beef Noodle Soup is spicy (and, again, amazing the next day chilled), with giant chunks of well-stewed tender beef. The Black Pepper Beef and Szechuan Beef have kick. The Garlic dishes have amazing kick to them. And, since it's in a gas station, you have dozens of beverage choices at a nominal price to choose from. I typically go for the $1.99 for the 64 oz soda. ["Users/FredericChristie"]

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	+ ------ + I am completely surprised by the negative reviews. I've eaten here for at least three years. Jean and Steve are always consummate hosts. Even though they often are serving thirty people and have many long-time clients, they always try their utmost to attend to you. Those who've had bad service need to remember that, at any restaurant, the squeaky (but polite) wheel gets the grease. They've always made sure I had the right sauces, boxes to take food home, and when the restaurant is closing have checked up on how I'm doing. I've eaten Chinese food in ten states in two countries, and this remains the best place I've ever had the pleasure of eating at. It's authentic, delicious, holds up in the refrigerator... And I've brought more than twenty of my friends here, all of whom love it. It's not for everyone, but it is amazing food. I know a few friends who prefer this place to locations in the Bay Area! + + And, frankly, for those who complain: There is not a SINGLE item on the menu that's more than $10. Even if you get three entrees, you can feed mammoth-size eaters for less than $20. Cheap, fast Chinese food that's served out of a gas station with only a few staff? Even if you don't like your experience, you're only out a pittance. This is especially true considering that the food holds up in the fridge, so any leftovers are far from wasted. + + My recommendations? The Singapore Curry Noodles are best chilled. Get them to go and have them the next day. Their Fried Pork Chop is flavorful and tender both over rice and on its own. Their over-rice dishes are some of the best deals you can get in town. I'm a fried rice connoisseur, and the fried rice here is delicious without being greasy. Bites of fresh-cooked egg suffuse every part of the rice. The Beef Noodle Soup is spicy (and, again, amazing the next day chilled), with giant chunks of well-stewed tender beef. The Black Pepper Beef and Szechuan Beef have kick. The Garlic dishes have amazing kick to them. And, since it's in a gas station, you have dozens of beverage choices at a nominal price to choose from. I typically go for the $1.99 for the 64 oz soda.

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	+ ------ + ''2009-06-23 21:35:52'' [[nbsp]] This is by far the best and most authentic of Chinese cooking in Davis - dripping with spicy oils, and full of delicious flavors. And yes, it's in a gas station. Who cares? It's spotlessly clean, and the service isn't service, it's order at the counter. Who cares again? The food is awesome. Hilarious that someone could compare this to Panda Express -- just because your taste buds desire high fructose corn syrup and piles of sodium doesn't mean that others won't be able to appreciate a kick-ass dose of some Szechuan chilies. If you want fried rice and potstickers, go wherever. If you want the most authentic cooking in Yolo County, try Hometown. --["Users/jmofro"]

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EdWins — 2009-06-16 12:58:55

If you don't believe me, call them yourselves to ask ;)

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- * Dear JFountain, we apologize for your displeasure. Sweet and sour chicken is just deep-fried battered chicken drizzled with sweet and sour sauce and that is how we make it. If you are willing to give our establishment another chance, we recommend something more authentic that you can't get from say, Panda Express. If you want your money back, then please stop by and we will gladly return it. Once again, we apologize for your negative experience at our restaurant. -["Users/Steve&Jean"]	+ * Dear JFountain, we apologize for your displeasure. Sweet and sour chicken is just deep-fried battered chicken drizzled with sweet and sour sauce and that is how we make it. If you are willing to give our establishment another chance, we recommend something more authentic that you can't get from say, Panda Express. If you want your money back, then please stop by and we will gladly return it. Once again, we apologize for your negative experience at our restaurant. -["Users/Steve&Jean"] (Owners)

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DonShor — 2009-06-16 11:24:55

Revert to version 262 (Make a friggin' talk page if you want to discuss this, Joe!).

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- * Dear JFountain, we apologize for your displeasure. Sweat and sour chicken is just deep-fried battered chicken drizzled with sweat and sour sauce and that is how we make it. If you are willing to give our establishment another chance, we recommend something more authentic that you can't get from say, Panda Express. If you want your money back, then please stop by and we will gladly return it. Once again, we apologize for your negative experience at our restaurant. -["Users/Steve&Jean"]	+ * Dear JFountain, we apologize for your displeasure. Sweet and sour chicken is just deep-fried battered chicken drizzled with sweet and sour sauce and that is how we make it. If you are willing to give our establishment another chance, we recommend something more authentic that you can't get from say, Panda Express. If you want your money back, then please stop by and we will gladly return it. Once again, we apologize for your negative experience at our restaurant. -["Users/Steve&Jean"]

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JoePomidor — 2009-06-16 11:23:32

Revert to version 261.

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- * Dear JFountain, we apologize for your displeasure. Sweet and sour chicken is just deep-fried battered chicken drizzled with sweet and sour sauce and that is how we make it. If you are willing to give our establishment another chance, we recommend something more authentic that you can't get from say, Panda Express. If you want your money back, then please stop by and we will gladly return it. Once again, we apologize for your negative experience at our restaurant. -["Users/Steve&Jean"]	+ * Dear JFountain, we apologize for your displeasure. Sweat and sour chicken is just deep-fried battered chicken drizzled with sweat and sour sauce and that is how we make it. If you are willing to give our establishment another chance, we recommend something more authentic that you can't get from say, Panda Express. If you want your money back, then please stop by and we will gladly return it. Once again, we apologize for your negative experience at our restaurant. -["Users/Steve&Jean"]

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DonShor — 2009-06-16 11:19:24

really, folks, this is needless. Make a talk page if you object to my change.

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- * Dear JFountain, we apologize for your displeasure. Sweat and sour chicken is just deep-fried battered chicken drizzled with sweat and sour sauce and that is how we make it. If you are willing to give our establishment another chance, we recommend something more authentic that you can't get from say, Panda Express. If you want your money back, then please stop by and we will gladly return it. Once again, we apologize for your negative experience at our restaurant. -["Users/Steve&Jean"]	+ * Dear JFountain, we apologize for your displeasure. Sweet and sour chicken is just deep-fried battered chicken drizzled with sweet and sour sauce and that is how we make it. If you are willing to give our establishment another chance, we recommend something more authentic that you can't get from say, Panda Express. If you want your money back, then please stop by and we will gladly return it. Once again, we apologize for your negative experience at our restaurant. -["Users/Steve&Jean"]

Hometown Chinese Food

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- ------ - ''2006-05-12 19:46:49'' [[nbsp]] This place is great! The food is incredible, my personal favorite is the coconut shrimp, but everything else I've had has been tasty too. And of course it's nice to see Mr. Lee and his wife doing what they do best: making mean chinese food that's free of MSG and canned veggies. --["Users/BonnieStewart"] - ------ - ''2006-05-12 22:47:55'' [[nbsp]] The food is delicious, the work of a master chef. One bite of their 'General Chicken' and you will enter a state of absolute bliss so divine that you'll clean forget the fact that REAL Chinese people don't even eat deep-fried chicken. But all of that is going to change now, thanks to our new friends at Hometown. Down the street, KFC won't know what hit 'em. Step aside Colonel Sanders, make way for General Lee!!! --["Users/WesleyLeong"] - ------ - ''2006-05-14 00:32:27'' [[nbsp]] It's about time! Hometown is BACK! Not only is there everything from their old menu, there is also going to be a Taiwanese dim sum. AWESOME!! --["Users/BenShmidt"] - ------ - ''2006-05-14 17:31:59'' [[nbsp]] I ate there on May 12 and the food was pretty good. I will be returning in the future. --["Users/PaulAmnuaypayoat"] - ------ - ''2006-05-15 06:45:31'' [[nbsp]] Mr Lee is a nice man. Friendly Cab will give an extra dollar discount for this destination. --["Users/BruceHansen"] - ------ - ''2006-05-22 18:48:13'' [[nbsp]] The dim sum is up now! Mr. Lee gave me some meat gravy to put on my fried rice, and it was freakin' delicious! I had my doubts but oh man, you guys have to try the gravy. You can get a plate of rice with gravy for only $2.35, what a deal. --["Users/BonnieStewart"] - ------ - ''2006-05-22 21:28:05'' [[nbsp]] aw man, the meat gravy thing is CRAZY GOOD!!!!! --["Users/BenShmidt"] - ------ - ''2006-06-02 13:30:57'' [[nbsp]] I tried the singapore curry noodles. They were pretty damn good. And Mr. Lee gave me a heaping portion!! --["Users/BenShmidt"] - ------ - ''2006-06-03 21:30:28'' [[nbsp]] this place is the best chinese food i've ever eaten in davis. i thought there wasn't good chinese food in davis until i came here today. and i've eaten at all the chinese restaurants in davis before. they really use NO MSG at this place, and the cook/owner, mr. lee, is an awesome chef. he's from taiwan. i'll probably bring more friends with me here next time. --["Users/MattHsieh"] - ------ - ''2006-06-10 13:39:31'' [[nbsp]] great food, taiwanese dim sum is AWESOME!! Defintly the best chinese food in Davis. --["Users/BenLee"] - ------ - ''2006-06-28 20:46:01'' [[nbsp]] Like BenShmidt said, "CRAZY GOOD!" Highly recommended!!!! --["Users/PattyLouieJunior"] - ------ - ''2006-06-30 21:42:35'' [[nbsp]] I went for dinner tonight with my family and visiting parents and we had the beef noodle soup (advertised in the window in Chinese for $5.95). It was flavorful and the beef was tender. Mmm. --["Users/LillianChow"] - ------ - ''2006-07-15 13:38:35'' [[nbsp]] This place is solid, the food is well cooked and the flavors are pretty good. The only disadvantage is the limmited menu, and the fact that it is connected to the quicky mart next door, with no separation. the owners are very nice and they really cook the vegetables well (not overdone). --["Users/MattHh"] - ------ - ''2006-07-15 21:49:36'' [[nbsp]] The Generals Chicken is as good as you'll find in any 5 star restaurant. On an interesting level, make sure he knows you read about him on the internet-they seem to believe that nobody uses the internet for dining info. --["Users/DavidWebb"] - ------ - ''2006-08-01 19:06:00'' [[nbsp]] My God, the eggplant in garlic sauce is heavenly. I love the beef noodle too!!! --["Users/BenShmidt"] - ------ - ''2006-08-04 20:04:43'' [[nbsp]] I was super excited about this place, and the food is alright. I like Hunan's general chicken better, but this place makes the chicken deep-fried which is different. The chow mein is really good, and I want to go back for the dim sum and because the guy is REALLY nice. He convinced my boyfriend and I to buy the same thing, but in a different combo, to save money. I like this place because of him, and next time I'll try some different stuff. --["Users/ChristyMarsden"] - ------ - ''2006-08-13 12:00:49'' [[nbsp]] Had the beef noodle today! Was really good flavor with LOTS of chunks of beef! They garnish it with cilantro & green onions so if you aren't a fan, you should say so. Also tried the Taiwan style rice noodles. Heaping plate of noodles with shrimp, mushrooms, etc. Great flavor + had leftovers! --["Users/KatYu"] - ------ - ''2006-08-16 14:23:01'' [[nbsp]] First off, it took me forever to find this place, because the building is attached to a Chevron. Second of all, what in the world is everyone ordering that is so good? I just posted two pictures (not sure on the actual names) and the food was just alright. If you want a mountain of food, it's a good place for that though. --["Users/WinstonLee"] - ------ - ''2006-08-17 23:33:12'' [[nbsp]] oh my God, if you want something good, fast, and cheap, the meat gravy over rice is the way to go. I just had one today, and i was eating it about 90 seconds after ordering it. --["Users/KevinGer"] - ------ - ''2006-08-18 14:11:28'' [[nbsp]] While the fast food isn't particularly special, the beef noodle soup is excellent and gives ["Davis Noodle City"] a run for its money. The owners are very nice too. --["Users/AndrewChen"] - ------ - ''2006-08-25 13:00:10'' [[nbsp]] I didn't know this, but they offer chinese dumplings also. They're pretty tasty. --["Users/BenSchmidt"] - ------ - ''2006-09-05 03:35:34'' [[nbsp]] Ok. Their beef noodle is the only place in Davis that has the closest taste to Taiwan. I will try the pork chop with rice next time, I'm very excited to find something like this. --["Users/JessicaYang"] - ------ - ''2006-09-17 21:15:29'' [[nbsp]] My fiancee and I checked this place out yesterday on the generally good recommendations of you wiki-ers. She had the General Chow's, I had the Chicken in Black Bean sauce. I also ordered the rice with meat gravy. First off, the rice with gravy was very flavorful -- however, the meat bits were almost entirely pure fat. Both of our entrees were VERY flavorful (much more so than your typical Chinese) and we were very impressed. The chicken in black bean sauce was especially good. The portion sizes were large. I'd say the flavor of the food is most similar to something you've find at Pick Up Stix (except better). We will be returning. BTW, a bunch of Asians eating there were eating some kind of noodle soup served in big udon bowls. It looks very good. Anybody know what that was? --["Users/AlexPomeranz"] - It was probably the Beef Noodle Soup. -["Users/AndrewChen"] - The meat bits you are referring to in the gravy over rice is intentional ~ That is a specific dish, I loved it just wished for more rice! -["Users/FrankYoung"] - ------ - ''2006-09-23 18:44:32'' [[nbsp]] This place does live up to the hype. The garlic eggplant that I got was cooked about perfectly, the sauce was flavorful, and the portion was large. Even the chow mein was ridiculously good--not slimy like other places. Woo. --["Users/SteveKent"] - ------ - ''2006-10-09 15:58:01'' [[nbsp]] I thought the food was low quality. The dim sum menu seem to look good but the entrees are just okay. It's like something you make when you're in a hurry or you're too lazy to cook. --["Users/KiwiSelina"] - ------ - ''2006-11-18 17:12:12'' [[nbsp]] mr. lee is friendly. His chicken in black bean sauce is awesome. I may be white...but you know...i like it. --["Users/CraigMerry"] - ------ - ''2006-11-28 03:10:31'' [[nbsp]] A colleague from China introduced me to Steve and to Hometown Restaurant, and I agree with his assessment that it is the best Chinese restaurant in Davis. Steve is very friendly and will cook off-menu requests or "whatever is good that day". For fun, ask for his opinion of the American Chinese fare served elsewhere in town - "it's all like paste!". --["Users/SimonChan"] - ------ - ''2007-01-31 07:33:47'' [[nbsp]] Mr. Lee is very friendly and sociable! The food is delicious, the best tasting that I've had in Davis. --["Users/FrankYoung"] - ------ - ''2007-02-26 14:37:59'' [[nbsp]] I have only tried three items from the menu. The meat gravy over rice is pretty tasty. quite authentic taiwanese style. the pickled cabbage is pretty good. The pork chop rice is kind of a blend of the taiwanese style pork chop rice and the Hong Kong style "pork cutlet" rice. The pork chop itself is breaded with panko and deep fried, which is the typical HK "cutlet pork chop" style but the plate comes with pickled cabbage and soysauce hardboiled egg, which are taiwanese customs. It's still tasty, but the taiwanese may get a bit disappointed. The salted crispy fried chicken lacks the basil fragrance, which is quite crucial for this taiwanese street side snack. So i won't recommend this item. portions of the other two dishes are generous and the both Mr and Mrs Lee are very friendly. --["Users/ChWong"] - ------ - ''2007-03-06 19:02:23'' [[nbsp]] This place is delicious. Don't let the fact that it's tucked in a gas station convenience mart fool you - it's totally worth it. --["Users/GeoffJohnson"] - ------ - ''2007-03-06 22:32:49'' [[nbsp]] Food is good, but they do use heavy MSG. I recommened my friend to go there because he is allergic to MSG, but he got allergic to it. --["Users/MikeWong"] - ------ - ''2007-03-19 15:17:40'' [[nbsp]] does anyone know if ownership of hometown has changed? the past few times ive been there have been new people behind the counter and the food has gotten a little worse. for e.g.: less meat gravy in the "meat gravy over rice" and they didnt even know what the chicken-shrimp fried rice was.... unacceptable! --["Users/JohnHuang"]
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- Word on the street sez that Steve has sold Hometown, and may open a restaurant in Downtown Davis (hopefully soon) - ["Users/SimonChan"] - ------ - ''2007-03-19 19:29:32'' [[nbsp]] Yeah, Steve has sold the restaurant and plans to move his business to the building that is now Great Wall of China, the restaurant...not the wall. --["Users/BenLee"] - ------ - ''2007-04-01 23:47:00'' [[nbsp]] The New Owner's are very nice. They know me by name and always strike friendly conversation when I enter the restaurant. The food more or less is the same as before (which is a GOOD thing). This is the best deal on chinese food for the marketed price. Usually my friends and I will go here for a short break, or prior to heading downtown/Sac. --["Users/MichaelFu"] - ------ - ''2007-04-05 12:02:13'' [[nbsp]] I came here a few times when the original owners were there, It is close to work and the food was pretty good, but with the new owners I feel the food just isn't as good anymore. They have also recently removed some of the Taiwanese dishes from the menu. On a positive note, they often offer to cook lunch buffet food fresh for you if you want something that there is little or none left of. --["Users/JohnSanatar"] - ------ - ''2007-04-12 13:47:05'' [[nbsp]] I heard that the original owners were moving back, starting from the 16th of April. They're also putting up new items on the menu. Nice!!!! --["Users/BenShmidt"] - ------ - ''2007-04-15 09:33:15'' [[nbsp]] pork chops are awesome --["Users/DonaldJaye"] - ------ - ''2007-04-16 12:46:12'' [[nbsp]] Yes!! I went today for lunch and the original owners are back :-)!! The extremely yummy and high quality Steamed Rice with Pork Chops is back too...most importantly, the nice and sincere service of the couple makes me want to go back again and again :-) --["Users/newman129"] - ------ - ''2007-05-03 13:47:59'' [[nbsp]] Is there anything more wonderful than eggplant with garlic sauce?? The answer is no. No there is not. --["Users/ThuHo"] - ------ - ''2007-05-19 02:01:18'' [[nbsp]] First off, these two are ADORABLE. Mr. Lee's family is obviously from Shanghai but he most likely grew up in Taiwan as well as his wife. They remind me so much of my parents! Anyway, when my boyfriend and I went in to order food the misses offered us mung bean soup and steamed buns on the house. Of course we obligingly accepted and you know what? It was delicious and totally reminded me of home. =) --["Users/EmilyTung"] - ------ - ''2007-05-19 13:37:27'' [[nbsp]] they raised the prices! almost everything on the menu cost an extra 25-50 cents now	+ == Older Comments == + * ["/2006 Reviews"] + * ["/2007 Reviews"] + * ["/2008 Reviews"]
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- i still love this place though --["Users/DonaldJaye"] - ------ - ''2007-05-24 00:04:30'' [[nbsp]] i havent been here ever since they raised their prices. $3.50 for meat gravy over rice?!?!??!?!? that dish has barely any food cost at all. someone's grand hu$tlin --["Users/wesleywang"] - Ever try to run a restaurant, Wesley? I think you haven't, and well, neither have I. I do think that I have some idea of the economics involved. Even if Mr. Lee paid nothing for the meat gravy over rice ingredients, he would still have to charge you to pay for his rent, electricity, gas, water, restrooms, insurance, taxes, permits and advertising. A restaurant is primarily a service industry and you're paying as much or more for the service of preparing tasty and wholesome food and providing a place to eat the food than for the raw materials themselves. --["Users/GrumpyoldGeek"] - * I recall a rule of thumb by a small business consultant/teacher I had a class with a long while back....something like 30 to 40% of the price is the "cost of goods" (i.e., the raw materials, and labor to cook the food). The rest is overhead, non-food preparation labor (waitstaff), insurance, advertising, and such. --["Users/RocksandDirt"] - * That is a good rule of thumb for most meals, but the more extremely high or low priced the dish the more you're paying for service (as Grumpyoldgeek said, a dish that has zero material cost is still going to cost something. And also a fine dining meal requires more expensive waitstaff, chefs, and ambiance). My guess is with that dish the raw materials make up about 10% of the total price. one thing to keep in mind is that Hometowns rent is likely low because they are in a gas station, and also there is usually no labor except for one assistant. -["Users/MattHh"] - ------ - ''2007-06-16 23:33:15'' [[nbsp]] I find it funny that people gladly pay 4 or 5 dollars for a drink at Jamba Juice that doesn't fill you up, but balk at paying 3.50 for a meal that'll fill you up. 3.50 is not a lot of money, especially since the ingredients and the food is fresh and top quality. If you want cheaper food then go elsewhere and expect cheap quality... --["Users/BenLee"] - ------ - ''2007-06-22 20:28:26'' [[nbsp]] Great food. I usually get the Singapore Curry or Taiwan noodles. I'll complement that with pig ear or eggplant. I like the chicken, but it's too much of a good thing (at least a 24 hour food coma at my advanced age). --["Users/MisterProfessor"] - ------ - ''2007-07-14 22:59:22'' [[nbsp]] Has the Beef Noodle Soup (awesome-tasty, btw) been listed officially on the menu yet, or is it only written in Chinese on the sign in the window still? May be bait for the ["Secret Menus at Davis Restaurants" Secret Menus] page. --["Users/KevinChin"] - ------ - ''2007-07-17 23:29:30'' [[nbsp]] We ate here yesterday and thought the food tasted good, surprisingly. It's more of a self service restaurant, where you pick up your order and bus your own table. I felt it was a bit odd that the restaurant was connected to Chevron’s convenience store. Either way, we will be returning because we enjoyed the food. --["Users/JohnWong"] - ------ - ''2007-07-19 16:18:50'' [[nbsp]] Been eating and fallowing them for over 10m years by far the best Chinese food i ever had general chicken is the best by far they put there love into this food. me and ex wife went there once a week until we divorced i kept going there and food gets better and better every time thanks steve!!!!!!! --["Users/dickjones"] - ------ - ''2007-07-19 19:24:45'' [[nbsp]] damn this place is fuckin' good. had the beef noodle soup. im coming back again soon. --["Users/ArlenKwong"] - ------ - ''2007-07-30 16:50:42'' [[nbsp]] This is my second time visiting this place. The first time I had the steamed rice with pork chop. It was pretty good and Mr. Lee gave me a big portion. The owners are extremely nice. Today I ordered the eggplant and told them to make it extra spicy. When it was done Mr. Lee came out and asked me to try it and see if it was spicy enough. He said if it wasn't he would put another sauce on it. It WAS spicy and was actually the best eggplant I have ever had (and believe me, I eat a lot of eggplant). I will be coming back for this and if you like eggplant, you have to try it! --["Users/g"] - ------ - ''2007-08-03 13:00:40'' [[nbsp]] This place is the best ever great people own this place! awesome food you will be very happy when tryinhh this very very nice restaurant Mr and Mrs lee are great people --["Users/Brians"] - ------ - ''2007-08-23 20:16:56'' [[nbsp]] Their Taiwanese items are good, but the other items are okay. Also, the wife isn't that friendly. The husband is definitely way nicer. --["Users/Wendy"] - ------ - ''2007-08-29 12:10:52'' [[nbsp]] The wife is very friendly they work about 7 days a week no one can be perfect but there food is perfect and mr. lees wife is awesome and very friendly remember this is a restaurant not a lets make you happy store --["Users/Brians"] - ------ - ''2007-08-29 20:30:24'' [[nbsp]] Yea, they work 7 days a week for 10-12+ hours in a hot and stuffy kitchen (no A/C) so...no one should take anything personally. Sometimes they don't smile or their tone of voice towards you may not be cheerful because they are dead tired and exhausted. --["Users/BenLee"] - ------ - ''2007-08-29 22:02:11'' [[nbsp]] you probably caught her on a bad day or something. everytime i go in to eat, shes always friendly and very talkative. --["Users/DonaldJaye"] - ------ - ''2007-09-01 17:08:30'' [[nbsp]] love the food here, definitely best Chinese food ever. Mrs. Lee was telling me and my friend about the attempt to move to the Great Wall location, too bad it didn't work out, but glad Hometown is still in Davis --["Users/CM"] - ------ - ''2007-09-11 13:50:18'' [[nbsp]] The pork chops over rice are almost as good as the rice and gravy that you eat it with. Tasty! --["Users/BrianMac"] - ------ - ''2007-09-20 21:03:08'' [[nbsp]] After reading the good reviews on here, I decided to try their food this week. I got the shrimp chow fun, and it was very good. I will definitely go back and try other dishes. One thing I didn't expect was that each dish is created as ordered; there was no food in warming trays. I had to wait about 7 minutes, but I much prefer made-to-order food to food that's been sitting around even for a short time. Do they ever use the warming trays? If not, we should probably incorporate something to that effect above, in the restaurant's description. --["Users/robinlaughlin"] - ------ - ''2007-09-21 15:49:39'' [[nbsp]] We love this place, Especially the Honey Walnut shrimp...they never skimp on the shrimp! mmmmmm rhyming. --["Users/MyaBrn"] - ------ - ''2007-10-02 17:35:19'' [[nbsp]] I went here on... Saturday evening (9/29/07) and they totally changed the menu. All of the Thai stuff is still there, but they now have a full chinese menu, similar to every other restaurant in Davis. There are probably 40+ different items now (excluding the thai stuff). They no longer offer the 2 and 3 entree choices. You can still get 1 entree w/chow main. I tried the orange chicken and it was quite good. --["Users/AlexPomeranz"] - Correction: It's not "Thai" stuff, it's Taiwanese! Taiwan is different from Thailand. --["Users/AmyLee"] - ------ - ''2007-10-04 22:12:00'' [[nbsp]] I've been going to Hometown for awhile now, and I LOVE it! I first tried it after I read the recommendations on the Wiki, I never tried it before because of the location. I'm so glad I did, I recommend pork chops with meat gravy - but it seems like every dish I've ordered has been great, not to mention Mr. & Ms.Lee are so friendly. I'd like to add that they are the only other place in Davis, besides Noodle City?, that have Taiwanese dishes! --["Users/AmyLee"] - ------ - ''2007-10-08 00:55:38'' [[nbsp]] Old Teahouse has lots of Taiwanese dishes... --["Users/Kafani"] - Actually, Old Teahouse is only Cantonese style food, not Taiwanese style. There's a HUGE difference. - ------ - ''2007-10-12 16:46:39'' [[nbsp]] Chicken with Meat Gravy over Rice is really good and fulfilling. I've also had the pork chop over rice and it was awesome. I think the Taiwanese dishes are the best to pick from. --["Users/JaredfromSubway"] - ------ - ''2007-10-17 22:00:40'' [[nbsp]] This place is great. I've had the beef noodle soup and broccoli beef. After reading all these awesome reviews, I will definitely go more! --["Users/Jeanne"] - ------ - ''2007-11-02 20:48:45'' [[nbsp]] is this the same place as the one that was out on lake? If so I had it tonight and it was much tastier. :D --["Users/RohiniJasavala"] - ------ - ''2007-11-02 20:49:05'' [[nbsp]] oh, an another plus is when they say something is spicy, it really is. --["Users/RohiniJasavala"] - ------ - ''2007-11-11 20:42:44'' [[nbsp]] Being next to a gas station, this place is not really the typical sit-down restaurant. But, the food is awesome. My roommate and I go to this place at least once a week! Their general chows chicken is amazing and so is their meat gravy over rice and their pork chops with rice. It's cheap and Mr. Lee makes it fresh when you order. Right now, the place is getting busier so it may take time for your food to be cooked, but it's worth it. One tip- you may call ahead of time to order so you just have to pick it up. Make sure you the one who answers the phone knows what you're ordering though because sometimes the wife doesn't..Enjoy the food! --["Users/Mae"] - ------ - ''2007-11-28 20:59:38'' [[nbsp]] is it just me, or does it seem like the portions have gotten smaller and quality has gotten lower?? --["Users/DonaldJaye"] - ------ - ''2007-11-29 10:58:09'' [[nbsp]] I think its just you...the owner even gives us extra sometimes when we go depending on what we order and the quality has always been awesome. --["Users/MyaBrn"] - ------ - ''2007-11-29 13:21:06'' [[nbsp]] I agree with Mya, it's great stuff. --["Users/NickSchmalenberger"] - ------ - ''2007-12-04 22:11:32'' [[nbsp]] I went here and ordered their Pepper Beef, Sweet and Sour Chicken, and Kung Pao Chicken. Considering that this is just a small deli-restaurant in Davis, the Pepper Steak was incredible. The Kung Pao chicken was tasty and spicy enough for my taste. The Sweet and Sour Chicken was a step below the other two, but still pretty good. The service was very friendly, but one complaint I had was that it was slow - make sure to preorder if you come during dinner hours. Hey, at least you know they're cooking it for you fresh. --["Users/BrandonWong"] - ------ - ''2007-12-08 20:48:49'' [[nbsp]] this place fuckin' rocks. best chinese food in davis. the eggplant in garlic sauce and the walnut shrimp are off the hook. --["Users/ArlenKwong"] - ------ - ''2007-12-11 21:23:57'' [[nbsp]] Hometown food is pretty amazing. I got the eggplant with garlic and tofu with beef, but the service was terrible. First I called in my order, then after going to pick it up when they told me 20 minutes later I waited for another 20 minutes. Then the counter lady realizes that they gave our food to another dude. She says to me, "Oh, he just left like one minute ago, maybe he'll come right back." Do you seriously expect me to take someone's food that they left with and then brought back to the store? Anyways, another 20 minutes later they re-cooked our food and we ate it. The lady was really a bitch about it, but at least the food filled my stomach. --["Users/bbuck212"] - ------ - ''2007-12-11 23:06:39'' [[nbsp]] Reply to bbuck212: Sometimes it'll get so busy that will things get out of order. They're understaffed, getting up there in age so they can't work/react/notice as sharply as college students, and will get overwhelmed with multiple orders, many which are the same so sometimes it'll get confusing. The lady you're talking about was obviously overwhelmed with all the orders, customers, and expediting and didn't mean to give away the wrong order. Giving wrong orders to customers rarely happens and it was unfortunate it happened to you. Next time I'm sure you will have a more pleasant experience. Try going during lunch time, as it is less busy. Btw, just because you call in an order doesn't mean you won't have to wait. Many times, call in orders aren't picked up until 1 hour after being called in so the chef will first cook for the ones standing in line and when/if he has time or if a customer present has a same dish as the call in order, he will cook it. If you do call in, try calling in before 5-5:30pm as it gets really busy after. --["Users/BenLee"] - ------ - ''2007-12-12 09:02:08'' [[nbsp]] Im actually the person they gave the wrong food to. Im guessing she got confused because we both ordered the garlic eggplant. However, i ordered the spicy filet of sole as opposed to the beef with tofu. When we got home we noticed it was the wrong order. We thought they just screwed up one of the dishes. It was still tasty (a little disapointing because we also ordered chow mein and rice, which didnt come with it). Insanely busy that night, they only have one cook in the back with one assistant working the crockpot items, and the wife doing service. Its still probably the best chinese food in Davis though. --["Users/MattHh"] - ------ - ''2007-12-12 20:08:31'' [[nbsp]] Yeah for those reasons, i stopped eating dinner here. whenever i get hometown its always for lunch or maybe in the late afternoon. it has gotten really popular over the past year, and during dinner hours its just really busy. but its not a "real" sit down style restaurant, so i think waiting 20 minutes is way too long. 20 minutes is an understatement sometimes too, I waited for longer on several occassions. --["Users/DonaldJaye"] - ------ - ''2007-12-12 21:41:15'' [[nbsp]] The food is great but the service is completely fucked up. They make you wait in line and sometimes look straight at you and look away and continue with what they were previously doing. One time i ordered about 4 items and i had to wait 50 minutes. WTF. - - Another time, I ordered a Shrimp Fried Rice and they had accidentally made Chicken fried rice and simply added shrimp to it. When i went to pick up my order, the counter lady just handed me the food and said they had made the mistake. She did not offer any kind of substitute, NOR did they try to fix the mistake. This also happened to the guy in front of me when he got a Chicken chow mein instead of the Chicken fried rice he ordered, to which the lady simply said "He made mistake on your order and made a Chicken chow mein instead, do you mind?" OF COURSE the guy couldn't say no to an order that was already wrapped up and ready to go. - - In short, they seriously need to do something about their "I don't give a fuck about waiting customers' attitude." - - Another thing, you cannot get more Chinese than a name like "Hometown." This gives Chinese people a bad name because they are SO STINGY with their napkins and forks. You will not get a plastic fork unless your order is to go. And she will make sure that it is. Also, don't expect any extra napkins. They stand firm to their one napkin per customer policy. --["Users/XiaoDingDong"] - ------ - ''2007-12-12 21:57:50'' [[nbsp]] I don't remember any one napkin rule. Customers are free to take plastic utensils and however many napkins they want. The poster above is clearly delusional. --["Users/BenLee"] - ------ - ''2007-12-13 04:43:37'' [[nbsp]] It's also an obvious fake to those who can read pinying, as XiaoDingDong is the Chinese name for the extremely popular Japanese character Doraemon. Never had a problem with napkins. --["Users/AlvinTsao"] - ------ - ''2007-12-13 07:48:27'' [[nbsp]] I agree with Alvin. We have always been able to take any amount of napkins, chopsticks and forks that we may need. --["Users/MyaBrn"] - ------ - ''2007-12-14 11:36:51'' [[nbsp]] Yes, my user name is from a character's. SO WHAT. I'm talking about the terrible service at this restaurant so your response is totally irrelevant. As for BenLee, are you THE SON OF THE OWNERS? Because you seem to spend A LOT of time on this page defending Hometown. --["Users/XiaoDingDong"] - ------ - ''2007-12-14 19:45:00'' [[nbsp]] Doraemon, are YOU the son of another competing Chinese restaurant? Because you come on here with a pseudonym and trash talk a lot. Anyways, I happen to stop by this restaurant frequently, ever since they started 15 years ago, and have always been met with a smile. I do admit, the food does take a while sometimes now, but I have never been told to take only a plastic spoon or limited to only one napkin. --["Users/BenShmidt"] - ------ - ''2007-12-14 20:45:26'' [[nbsp]] I gotta say that back when I was a ["Davis"] resident, the food was very good, and I never had any problems accessing their utensils or napkins. Could the fake namer please reveal your real name please to lend some credibility to your assertions please, before we turn this saga into [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/War_(film) War] part 2 between the Xiao and Ben? --["Users/PaulAmnuaypayoat"] - ------ - ''2007-12-14 21:20:14'' [[nbsp]] Which Ben, me or Shmidt? Was that movie good? Anyways, there is a new item on the menu, although it's in Chinese. It's basically shrimp and stick rice, has anyone tried it? --["Users/BenLee"] - * O, either Ben at this point. Also, I believe that is how they introduced the Beef Noodle Soup (A sign written in only Chinese characters with a price in $USD). They probably do that to limit the people who sample it, in case the new item is not well received. - ["Paul Amnuaypayoat"] - ------ - ''2007-12-17 14:21:35'' [[nbsp]] I'd seen this restaurant in the gas station each time I passed and thought how good could it be. Well I recently had to go on a trip and was getting my oil changed over the lunch hour at a near by establishment and needed some quick food. I can't stand KFC so I thought I'd try Hometown. I was quite happily surprised! I had a garlic chicken dish and it was great. Granted it took a little time to get the food but that's because it was cooked from scratch with fresh ingredients. I think this may be my new favorite Chinese place in town. Who'd have thought...in a gas station! --["Users/CraigP"] - ------ - ''2007-12-17 19:59:11'' [[nbsp]] They really ought to hire some more staff. The idea of having one woman take orders, take payment, give out to go orders, and man the phones is ridiculous. I waited 45 minutes for one dish on a friday night around 7. Mind you, there's not much to look at in a gas station. --["Users/ZackFrederick"] - ------ - ''2007-12-18 07:53:30'' [[nbsp]] They do have other people work for them. I have seen atleast 2 other employees there at different times. But maybe they have gone back to Taiwan/China to visit family, I don't know...But I am really surprised to hear comments from people saying they have to wait so long for their orders. We go there pretty regularly and have to wait more no more than 10-15 minutes. We had to wait longer than that one time because we had a large take-out order for 12 people and that took 30 minutes! I don't usually make so many comments for one page, but I feel like I should because my friend and I who go here frequently have never had any problems. The owners are very extremely friendly and the food is awesome! --["Users/MyaBrn"] - ------ - ''2007-12-18 23:57:19'' [[nbsp]] I got some nice takeout here -- following suggestions on the page, the garlic eggplant and the general's chicken. I wouldn't say it was amazing, but it was quite good. The sauces were tasty, but we'd prefer white meat chicken to the dark that we were provided. And we wondered about the MSG, given the mixed comments on the entry for this restaurant, but I didn't feel the "MSG coma" that I usually get after consuming MSG, so I don't think they do add MSG. We didn't have a problem with the wait; what ''was'' a problem was trying to fight the traffic back north into town. Ugh. If you live in South Davis, I can see going here a lot, but otherwise, a place like ["Davis Noodle City"] is going to be more of a draw. Or, go for lunch, I guess. --["Users/CovertProfessor"] - ------ - ''2007-12-20 23:49:20'' [[nbsp]] I've known the Lee family since they took over London Fish & Chips from Winnie. Mr. Lee always talked about his Chinese food, and has cooked a number of dishes for my friends and I to sample back at the Orange Court location. I am happy to see Mr. Lee back to cooking some amazing Taiwanese/Chinese food. Everything he's cooked for me has been amazing, and I absolutely love sampling the Taiwanese menu, especially the items Jean thinks I might not like! :-) Are there any other places within 20 miles of Davis that serve such awesome soy eggs? The food I've had here has been on par or better than anything I've had at local places like New Canton, and even remote places like the Chinese cultural club in Sydney, Australia, or Yank Sing in San Francisco. --["Users/ChrisLambertus"] - ------ - ''2007-12-29 03:07:33'' [[nbsp]] My girlfriend and I went to this place last night and it was DELICIOUS. I read the good reviews on wiki and convinced her to go with me even though she "doesn't like Chinese food". Boy, did she change her mind after we ate. We ordered the shrimp in garlic sauce and the chicken in black bean sauce with a side of rice for 2 and some potstickers. The portions were awesome and especially awesome considering the price. There was a TON of white meat chicken in the black bean dish and quite a few shrimp in the other dish. There was also an abundance of well cooked veggies (warm but still crunchy) in each dish. The chef made both dishes "good spicy" for us and they came out perfect. Just enough spice to burn a little bit but the dishes still retained their original flavor. Having the gas station next door was convenient as well because we grabbed a 2 liter of Coke while we waited. The place was empty except two others who were eating and the food was prepared in less than 10 minutes. The cook and his assistant were both very friendly and talkative. The chef said something to the effect of, "Once people eat here, they are my customers for good." He was absolutely right as I am sure we will be returning within the next week to try out some of the other menu items. --["Users/BlairGoss"] - * Funny, I was there on the same night as you were (if you mean Fri, Dec. 28, 2007) and when I arrived, there were three small groups of 2-3 people waiting for their food. Still, it was about 25 minutes before my food was ready. You must have been earlier or later than I was (same goes for JimStewart below). They did apologize for my wait, which I appreciated. The garlic eggplant was worth the wait; the black bean chicken less so -- the large quantity of white meat chicken was nice, but there was very little black bean sauce flavor. The freshness is great, but it does come at a time cost since, apparently, each dish is made one at a time. --["Users/CovertProfessor"] - ------ - ''2007-12-29 09:40:54'' [[nbsp]] Now's a great time to swing by and give the restaurant a try if you've never been there. The college kids are home on break and he has the time to talk and cook you up just what you want. Don't be afraid to try something new or to ask him to decide what to cook for you. --["Users/JimStewart"] - ------ - ''2008-01-01 17:52:20'' [[nbsp]] In regards to CovertProfessor's comment about the MSG, I had a chance to chat with Mr. Lee while I was waiting for food on a weekend in early May. My parents were coming into town to visit and my mother is allergic to MSG. Mr. Lee told me that they do add MSG in their food but they can take it out upon request for the dishes as they are made to order. Items that are made in the morning such as the beef noodle soup have MSG in it whether you like it or not as it is something that cannot be changed on the fly like the dishes. Though it still bothers me greatly that many of the Chinese restaurants in Southern California are removing MSG as an ingredient while many Chinese restaurants in Northern California still have not made the change. --["Users/VincentShin"] - ------ - ''2008-01-11 09:31:16'' [[nbsp]] Hock meat over rice is a must try =F --["Users/MasumiWatanabe"] - ------ - ''2008-02-18 18:20:11'' [[nbsp]] I had Hometown for the first time today and ordered the Mixed Vegetables and the Curry Noodles Singapore Style. I asked for no MSG and low oil and salt. The owner told me not to worry. He was true to his word and the food was fantastic. The mixed vegetables (broccoli, asparagus, snow peas, carrots, and baked tofu) were sauteed in garlic and glazed lightly with gravy. The noodles (the thin glassy variety) had a subtle curry flavor that did not overpower. It was prepared with eggs, shrimp, marinated pork, and snow peas. The menu indicates that it is a spicy dish, but it wasn't at all. I loved that the owner made sure to prepare the dishes to our liking. I was very pleased to see that there weren't any pools of oil left on the plates after my sister and I cleaned them up. I will definitely be returning. --["Users/QS"] - ------ - ''2008-03-16 18:48:03'' [[nbsp]] I love how they cook your food to order during dinner hours. It is so fresh and tasty. I like the orange chicken with steamed rice. --["Users/AlexN"] - ------ - ''2008-03-21 13:22:39'' [[nbsp]] As I type I am enjoying my to go from Hometown Chinese. I biked there not too long ago and I have to say, it was WELL worth the bike. I ordered the pork chop on rice, but my order was mixed up and I got Hok meat instead. And I must say, it is DELICIOUS. I'm definitely going back, maybe this time for dinner. I must say it's AMAZING. Talk later, I'm going to finish my meal! yum! --["Users/VTang"] - ------ - ''2008-03-21 21:21:41'' [[nbsp]] I had lunch there today. Today was a Friday It was 3 when I arrived - strong crowd still going. Excellent, EXCELLENT food! MSG sucks I guess, but oh well, who gives a @%#^ when the world's about to end right? --["Users/MattSabrowski"] - [http://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/05/dining/05glute.html?_r=1&ref=style&oref=slogin MSG=tasty!] - ------ - ''2008-03-23 15:36:21'' [[nbsp]] The beef noodle soup is the truth. Authentic, just like my mom used to cook it. --["Users/tombrokaw"] - ------ - ''2008-03-27 13:29:11'' [[nbsp]] I eat here a lot, but I usually just order from their fast food. Today I decided to order the Taiwanese Chicken Drumstick Over Rice b/c the picture above looked so tasty, and I've gotta say, it was delicious!! The meal comes with an entire takeout box full of rice with a meat gravy on top, a piece of fried tofu, one whole boiled egg (probably marinated in chinese five spice), vegetables, and a HUGE piece of fried chicken. The flavors came together so nicely, and for $6.50, it was quite a steal. I ordered the meal to go over the phone, and I when I arrived to pick up the food, everything was packaged and ready for me to go. It was a very good experience, and I'm still left with a takeout box full of food I hardly made a dent in! - - Also, right now they have a special where you can buy 50 frozen dumplings for $16. Great for a quick meal at home. --["Users/HeidiDris"] - ------ - ''2008-04-27 07:59:55'' [[nbsp]] I think next time I'm within 100 miles of this place I'll have to drive up and eat! --["Users/FrankYoung"] - ------ - ''2008-05-02 22:30:59'' [[nbsp]] Ordered the chicken drumstick over rice based off of heididris' recommendation. and she is 100% absolutely right. tons of rice and meat gravy, piece of fried tofu, some great tasting string beans, a hardboiled soysauce marinated boiled egg (at least i think it's soy sauce marinated...) and the drumstick of a monster chicken. no joke, this chicken leg is so big that Jean couldn't close my take out box, so she had to get a rubber band and secure it tight. they always willing to go the extra mile for you, whether it be food quantity, quality, or just plain friendly service. love this place. --["Users/beekergene"] - ------ - ''2008-05-04 23:16:20'' [[nbsp]] Contrary to everyone else I had a really bad experience. I ordered Kung Pao Shrimp and got what appeared to be shrimp & broccoli w. chilies no peanuts and very watery sauce. A couple hours later I got a really bad case of food poisoning. I probably won't be back. --["Users/DavidHolcomb"] - - *David, we offer our sincere apologies. The watery sauce was probably from the vegetables, and we no longer put peanuts in the Kung Pao Shrimp because so many of our customers are allergic to nuts. Again, we are very sorry about your experience as our customer. We hope we can make it up to you with a better dining experience if you decide to give us another chance. --["Users/Steve&Jean"] - ------ - ''2008-06-18 17:43:40'' [[nbsp]] this place is the TRUTH --["Users/wesleywang"] - ------ - ''2008-07-05 15:02:01'' [[nbsp]] I like this place....good food.....beef noodle soup and fried rice are recommendations but the place seems really dirty. But what can u expect, its in a gas station. Trick with Chinese food is to not think about the back kitchen. --["Users/islandboy12"] - ------ - ''2008-08-07 00:43:21'' [[nbsp]] Good food, however I was unaware at the time that Hometown was not a fastfood restaurant, and so we waited 30 minutes or so for our meal. However, they were nice and courteous to us still. Definitely plan ahead if you're planning to eat at this place. --["Users/EvelinaChang"] - ------ - ''2008-10-26 18:31:01'' [[nbsp]] the eggplant in garlic sauce is the shiz, no way around that. --["Users/CandiceWang"] - ------ - ''2008-11-27 00:04:58'' [[nbsp]] I love hock meat! --["Users/vietgirlwithappetite"] - ------ - ''2008-12-23 16:36:53'' [[nbsp]] WOW! This food rocks! My family eats there at least once or twice a month. I love their "sesame chicken" so YUMMY! --["Users/luvndafoodman"]

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	+ ------ + ''2009-06-15 00:58:26'' [[nbsp]] ate there the other day with a friend during finals week...and the food might've been good if it didn't take almost an hour! when we got there it was busy and i've heard there's only one person (or 2 people at night) cooking so i can forgive it taking a bit of time, but our wait time was ridiculous. we watched SEVERAL people come in after us, order their food, and then leave with it, and we were still waiting! my friend had to go remind the lady at the register to make ours...and guess what, 5 minutes later we got our food. like i said i think it was good but we ate so fast b/c we had to go study that i dont really even know what it tasted like...but i'm willing to try it again, maybe when its not so busy. --["Users/KTFreeman"]

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	+ ------ + ''2009-05-07 12:18:54'' [[nbsp]] Because this place had gotten such stellar reviews on the Wiki, my husband and I decided to try it. Maybe we ordered the wrong things, but I wasn't very impressed. I am used to Chinese food not being the healthiest cuisine with its sugary sauces, but the grease level in the dishes we ordered was almost shocking. We ordered a couple chicken dishes (sorry, can't remember which), and the eggplant in garlic sauce, which came highly recommended. Everything was greasy, but the eggplant really took the cake. It was actually unedibly greasy for me. --["Users/AmLin"]

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	+ ------ + ''2009-05-07 12:09:22'' [[nbsp]] Hometown is the real deal. Been a fan since 96' Its a shame to see someone compare the quality/prices of food to Panda express(the americanized fastfood of asian cuisine) you probably think Taco Bell is real mexican food too. Thats a shame "if" your service was bad, I dont see how, they are truly nice people & make excellent food, sesame chicken & the eggplant are awesome. as with any good food there is sometimes a wait & the place can be packed at times, but then again thats a sign of good food. + --["Users/TheTruthHurts"]

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- * Esp for those who went to the [http://daviswiki.org/Hometown_Chinese_Food/Talk?action=recall&version=10 "Talk" page] of this comment: I had no intention of "smash-and-grabbing" their business. I guess it came out rather harsh than it should have. I am not sure where some readers thought that I left a "one line criticism", because I provided as much detail as possible. I was very disappointed with the food, and did not get a chance to address it to the owners because I didn't open it until I got home, sat down to eat it. I wasn't "taking advantage" of the fact that it's over the internet and it could be "anonymous". It was more of a rant, and most likely giving the readers of daviswiki the other end of the restaurant, coming from my experience. All I could find on the page was very misleading to my experience - most, if not all of my experiences with other restaurants based on daviswiki has been pretty much accurate. This one was not. I suppose whoever disagree with my comments can express their own opinions. --["Users/JFountain"]	+ * Esp for those who went to the [http://daviswiki.org/Hometown_Chinese_Food/Talk?action=recall&version=11 "Talk" page] of this comment: I had no intention of "smash-and-grabbing" their business. I guess it came out rather harsh than it should have. I am not sure where some readers thought that I left a "one line criticism", because I provided as much detail as possible. I was very disappointed with the food, and did not get a chance to address it to the owners because I didn't open it until I got home, sat down to eat it. I wasn't "taking advantage" of the fact that it's over the internet and it could be "anonymous". It was more of a rant, and most likely giving the readers of daviswiki the other end of the restaurant, coming from my experience. All I could find on the page was very misleading to my experience - most, if not all of my experiences with other restaurants based on daviswiki has been pretty much accurate. This one was not. I suppose whoever disagree with my comments can express their own opinions. --["Users/JFountain"]

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- * So I guess my first question is why didn't you try to resolve this issue before making a smash-and-grab anonymous post? That would have been the right thing to do. But since you didn't, I took the liberty of asking Jean and Steve if they would give you your money back. They said yes, of course they would. But then, likely as not, it doesn't matter because you'll only be using daviswiki to trash businesses anonymously and can't be bothered with a dialog, either here or with the Lee's. - * Esp for those who went to the "Talk" page of this comment: I had no intention of "smash-and-grabbing" their business. I guess it came out rather harsh than it should have. I am not sure where some readers thought that I left a "one line criticism", because I provided as much detail as possible. I was very disappointed with the food, and did not get a chance to address it to the owners because I didn't open it until I got home, sat down to eat it. I wasn't "taking advantage" of the fact that it's over the internet and it could be "anonymous". It was more of a rant, and most likely giving the readers of daviswiki the other end of the restaurant, coming from my experience. All I could find on the page was very misleading to my experience - most, if not all of my experiences with other restaurants based on daviswiki has been pretty much accurate. This one was not. I suppose whoever disagree with my comments can express their own opinions. --["Users/JFountain"]	+ * So I guess my first question is why didn't you try to resolve this issue before making a smash-and-grab anonymous post? That would have been the right thing to do. But since you didn't, I took the liberty of asking Jean and Steve if they would give you your money back. They said yes, of course they would. But then, likely as not, it doesn't matter because you'll only be using daviswiki to trash businesses anonymously and can't be bothered with a dialog, either here or with the Lee's. -["Users/JimStewart"] + * Esp for those who went to the [http://daviswiki.org/Hometown_Chinese_Food/Talk?action=recall&version=10 "Talk" page] of this comment: I had no intention of "smash-and-grabbing" their business. I guess it came out rather harsh than it should have. I am not sure where some readers thought that I left a "one line criticism", because I provided as much detail as possible. I was very disappointed with the food, and did not get a chance to address it to the owners because I didn't open it until I got home, sat down to eat it. I wasn't "taking advantage" of the fact that it's over the internet and it could be "anonymous". It was more of a rant, and most likely giving the readers of daviswiki the other end of the restaurant, coming from my experience. All I could find on the page was very misleading to my experience - most, if not all of my experiences with other restaurants based on daviswiki has been pretty much accurate. This one was not. I suppose whoever disagree with my comments can express their own opinions. --["Users/JFountain"]

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- that thing cost me 7.07. "reasonable prices" my ass. I can get like a 3 entree dish at panda express for less than that. I was very angry and disappointed. That's seven bucks I'll never see again. I wonder if they do refunds or do "customer service" type of thing because I really want my money back. It's the worst chinese food place I've ever been to in my life. Will NOT be returning there unless they give me my money back or give me a free dish. Ugh. --["Users/JFountain"]	+ that thing cost me 7.07. "reasonable prices" my ass. I can get like a 3 entree dish at panda express for less than that. I was very angry and disappointed. That's seven bucks I'll never see again. I wonder if they do refunds or do "customer service" type of thing because I really want my money back. It's probably the worst chinese food place I've ever been to in my life. Will NOT be returning there unless they give me my money back or give me a free dish. Ugh. --["Users/JFountain"]
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	+ * Esp for those who went to the "Talk" page of this comment: I had no intention of "smash-and-grabbing" their business. I guess it came out rather harsh than it should have. I am not sure where some readers thought that I left a "one line criticism", because I provided as much detail as possible. I was very disappointed with the food, and did not get a chance to address it to the owners because I didn't open it until I got home, sat down to eat it. I wasn't "taking advantage" of the fact that it's over the internet and it could be "anonymous". It was more of a rant, and most likely giving the readers of daviswiki the other end of the restaurant, coming from my experience. All I could find on the page was very misleading to my experience - most, if not all of my experiences with other restaurants based on daviswiki has been pretty much accurate. This one was not. I suppose whoever disagree with my comments can express their own opinions. --["Users/JFountain"]

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EdWins — 2009-04-28 21:55:43

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	+ ------ + ''2009-04-22 21:02:00'' [[nbsp]] This place is WAY overrated. I went in tonight around 8 to get some take out. I guess they were cleaning up or whatever, but there was no food out. Anyways, I got the special of rice, chowmein and sweet and sour chicken. I asked if I could substitute fried rice instead of steamed rice and she said "no its too hard for him to make just a little bit." which is understandable, I guess. + + So then I come home, open my food and see that it's basically noodle, rice and chicken coated with sweet and sour sauce you can buy at safeway. neither the chowmein or sweet and sour chicken had ANY VEGGIES in there. "chowmein" was basically just noodles, oil and pepper. it had no taste so I actually had to use some soy sauce with it. + + Sweet and sour pork was pretty gross too. He probably just fried the chicken (that's been coated with whatever that is already) and then just pour some sauce on it. + + that thing cost me 7.07. "reasonable prices" my ass. I can get like a 3 entree dish at panda express for less than that. I was very angry and disappointed. That's seven bucks I'll never see again. I wonder if they do refunds or do "customer service" type of thing because I really want my money back. It's the worst chinese food place I've ever been to in my life. Will NOT be returning there unless they give me my money back or give me a free dish. Ugh. --["Users/JFountain"] + * So I guess my first question is why didn't you try to resolve this issue before making a smash-and-grab anonymous post? That would have been the right thing to do. But since you didn't, I took the liberty of asking Jean and Steve if they would give you your money back. They said yes, of course they would. But then, likely as not, it doesn't matter because you'll only be using daviswiki to trash businesses anonymously and can't be bothered with a dialog, either here or with the Lee's.

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- ------ - ''2009-04-28 11:14:21'' [[nbsp]] This is the weirdest thing. I left a comment in detail about how their food was not edible at all. Full of MSG (got a fat headache for rest of the night after eating here) and their prices are NOT reasonable at all. I got some oily chowmein with NO veggies, steamed rice, and fried chicken with some sweet and sour sauce poured on it for 7.07. Now it is not here. I wonder if the owners deleted it? I trusted the ratings of the wiki users and tried this place, but maybe they only have nice ratings because the owners are filtering what is posted and what gets deleted. - - It was the worst chinese food I've ever had in my entire life. If they do money back for customer service, I would definitely want my money back. And no thanks, I wouldn't want your MSG filled free food in exchange either. --["Users/JFountain"] - *The owners of the restaurant didn't delete your post buddy, and I'm glad that you consider sweet n' sour chicken Chinese food. Read this: http://daviswiki.org/Hometown_Chinese_Food/Talk --["Users/BenLee"]

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- *The owners of the restaurant didn't delete your post buddy. Read this: http://daviswiki.org/Hometown_Chinese_Food/Talk --["Users/BenLee"]	+ *The owners of the restaurant didn't delete your post buddy, and I'm glad that you consider sweet n' sour chicken Chinese food. Read this: http://daviswiki.org/Hometown_Chinese_Food/Talk --["Users/BenLee"]

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	+ *The owners of the restaurant didn't delete your post buddy. Read this: http://daviswiki.org/Hometown_Chinese_Food/Talk --["Users/BenLee"]

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	+ ------ + ''2009-04-28 11:14:21'' [[nbsp]] This is the weirdest thing. I left a comment in detail about how their food was not edible at all. Full of MSG (got a fat headache for rest of the night after eating here) and their prices are NOT reasonable at all. I got some oily chowmein with NO veggies, steamed rice, and fried chicken with some sweet and sour sauce poured on it for 7.07. Now it is not here. I wonder if the owners deleted it? I trusted the ratings of the wiki users and tried this place, but maybe they only have nice ratings because the owners are filtering what is posted and what gets deleted. + + It was the worst chinese food I've ever had in my entire life. If they do money back for customer service, I would definitely want my money back. And no thanks, I wouldn't want your MSG filled free food in exchange either. --["Users/JFountain"]

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JimStewart — 2009-04-27 17:00:12

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- ------ - ''2009-04-22 21:02:00'' [[nbsp]] This place is WAY overrated. I went in tonight around 8 to get some take out. I guess they were cleaning up or whatever, but there was no food out. Anyways, I got the special of rice, chowmein and sweet and sour chicken. I asked if I could substitute fried rice instead of steamed rice and she said "no its too hard for him to make just a little bit." which is understandable, I guess. - - So then I come home, open my food and see that it's basically noodle, rice and chicken coated with sweet and sour sauce you can buy at safeway. neither the chowmein or sweet and sour chicken had ANY VEGGIES in there. "chowmein" was basically just noodles, oil and pepper. it had no taste so I actually had to use some soy sauce with it. - - Sweet and sour pork was pretty gross too. He probably just fried the chicken (that's been coated with whatever that is already) and then just pour some sauce on it. - - that thing cost me 7.07. "reasonable prices" my ass. I can get like a 3 entree dish at panda express for less than that. I was very angry and disappointed. That's seven bucks I'll never see again. I wonder if they do refunds or do "customer service" type of thing because I really want my money back. It's the worst chinese food place I've ever been to in my life. Will NOT be returning there unless they give me my money back or give me a free dish. Ugh. --["Users/JFountain"] - * So I guess my first question is why didn't you try to resolve this issue before making a smash-and-grab anonymous post? That would have been the right thing to do. But since you didn't, I took the liberty of asking Jean and Steve if they would give you your money back. They said yes, of course they would. But then, likely as not, it doesn't matter because you'll only be using daviswiki to trash businesses anonymously and can't be bothered with a dialog, either here or with the Lee's.

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CovertProfessor — 2009-04-27 15:13:07

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	+ ------ + ''2009-04-22 21:02:00'' [[nbsp]] This place is WAY overrated. I went in tonight around 8 to get some take out. I guess they were cleaning up or whatever, but there was no food out. Anyways, I got the special of rice, chowmein and sweet and sour chicken. I asked if I could substitute fried rice instead of steamed rice and she said "no its too hard for him to make just a little bit." which is understandable, I guess. + + So then I come home, open my food and see that it's basically noodle, rice and chicken coated with sweet and sour sauce you can buy at safeway. neither the chowmein or sweet and sour chicken had ANY VEGGIES in there. "chowmein" was basically just noodles, oil and pepper. it had no taste so I actually had to use some soy sauce with it. + + Sweet and sour pork was pretty gross too. He probably just fried the chicken (that's been coated with whatever that is already) and then just pour some sauce on it. + + that thing cost me 7.07. "reasonable prices" my ass. I can get like a 3 entree dish at panda express for less than that. I was very angry and disappointed. That's seven bucks I'll never see again. I wonder if they do refunds or do "customer service" type of thing because I really want my money back. It's the worst chinese food place I've ever been to in my life. Will NOT be returning there unless they give me my money back or give me a free dish. Ugh. --["Users/JFountain"] + * So I guess my first question is why didn't you try to resolve this issue before making a smash-and-grab anonymous post? That would have been the right thing to do. But since you didn't, I took the liberty of asking Jean and Steve if they would give you your money back. They said yes, of course they would. But then, likely as not, it doesn't matter because you'll only be using daviswiki to trash businesses anonymously and can't be bothered with a dialog, either here or with the Lee's.

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	+ * So I guess my first question is why didn't you try to resolve this issue before making a smash-and-grab anonymous post? That would have been the right thing to do. But since you didn't, I took the liberty of asking Jean and Steve if they would give you your money back. They said yes, of course they would. But then, likely as not, it doesn't matter because you'll only be using daviswiki to trash businesses anonymously and can't be bothered with a dialog, either here or with the Lee's.

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CovertProfessor — 2009-04-22 22:06:34

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	+ ------ + ''2009-04-22 21:02:00'' [[nbsp]] This place is WAY overrated. I went in tonight around 8 to get some take out. I guess they were cleaning up or whatever, but there was no food out. Anyways, I got the special of rice, chowmein and sweet and sour chicken. I asked if I could substitute fried rice instead of steamed rice and she said "no its too hard for him to make just a little bit." which is understandable, I guess. + + So then I come home, open my food and see that it's basically noodle, rice and chicken coated with sweet and sour sauce you can buy at safeway. neither the chowmein or sweet and sour chicken had ANY VEGGIES in there. "chowmein" was basically just noodles, oil and pepper. it had no taste so I actually had to use some soy sauce with it. + + Sweet and sour pork was pretty gross too. He probably just fried the chicken (that's been coated with whatever that is already) and then just pour some sauce on it. + + that thing cost me 7.07. "reasonable prices" my ass. I can get like a 3 entree dish at panda express for less than that. I was very angry and disappointed. That's seven bucks I'll never see again. I wonder if they do refunds or do "customer service" type of thing because I really want my money back. It's the worst chinese food place I've ever been to in my life. Will NOT be returning there unless they give me my money back or give me a free dish. Ugh. --["Users/JFountain"]

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JimStewart — 2009-04-22 21:53:21

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- that thing cost me 7.07. "reasonable prices" my ass. I can get like a 3 entree dish at panda express for less than that. I was very angry and disappointed. That's seven bucks I'll never see again. I wonder if they do refunds or do "customer service" type of thing because I really want my money back. It's the worst chinese food place I've ever been to in my life. Will NOT be returning there unless they give me my money back or give me a free dish. Ugh. --["Users/JFountain"]	+ that thing cost me 7.07. I can get like a 3 entree dish at panda express for less than that. I was very angry and disappointed. That's seven bucks I'll never see again. I wonder if they do refunds or do "customer service" type of thing because I really want my money back. It's the worst chinese food place I've ever been to in my life. Will NOT be returning there unless they give me my money back or give me a free dish. Ugh. --["Users/JFountain"]

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- that thing cost me 7.07. I can get like a 3 entree dish at panda express for less than that. I was very angry and disappointed. That's seven bucks I'll never see again. I wonder if they do refunds or do "customer service" type of thing because I really want my money back. It's the worst chinese food place I've ever been to in my life. Will NOT be returning there unless they give me my money back or give me a free dish. Ugh. --["Users/JFountain"]	+ that thing cost me 7.07. "reasonable prices" my ass. I can get like a 3 entree dish at panda express for less than that. I was very angry and disappointed. That's seven bucks I'll never see again. I wonder if they do refunds or do "customer service" type of thing because I really want my money back. It's the worst chinese food place I've ever been to in my life. Will NOT be returning there unless they give me my money back or give me a free dish. Ugh. --["Users/JFountain"]

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	+ ------ + ''2009-04-22 21:02:00'' [[nbsp]] This place is WAY overrated. I went in tonight around 8 to get some take out. I guess they were cleaning up or whatever, but there was no food out. Anyways, I got the special of rice, chowmein and sweet and sour chicken. I asked if I could substitute fried rice instead of steamed rice and she said "no its too hard for him to make just a little bit." which is understandable, I guess. + + So then I come home, open my food and see that it's basically noodle, rice and chicken coated with sweet and sour sauce you can buy at safeway. neither the chowmein or sweet and sour chicken had ANY VEGGIES in there. "chowmein" was basically just noodles, oil and pepper. it had no taste so I actually had to use some soy sauce with it. + + Sweet and sour pork was pretty gross too. He probably just fried the chicken (that's been coated with whatever that is already) and then just pour some sauce on it. + + that thing cost me 7.07. I can get like a 3 entree dish at panda express for less than that. I was very angry and disappointed. That's seven bucks I'll never see again. I wonder if they do refunds or do "customer service" type of thing because I really want my money back. It's the worst chinese food place I've ever been to in my life. Will NOT be returning there unless they give me my money back or give me a free dish. Ugh. --["Users/JFountain"]

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	+ ------ + ''2009-03-17 19:14:25'' [[nbsp]] This place is sooo good, they practically feed me three times a week. You guys should try their tomato beef, oh and there hock meat is also really really good. Defintely the best Chinese food place in Davis. --["Users/3balls"]

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	+ ------ + ''2009-03-09 11:58:42'' [[nbsp]] best Chinese place in davis. --["Users/Raydiant"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-12-23 16:36:53'' [[nbsp]] WOW! This food rocks! My family eats there at least once or twice a month. I love their "sesame chicken" so YUMMY! --["Users/luvndafoodman"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-10-26 18:31:01'' [[nbsp]] the eggplant in garlic sauce is the shiz, no way around that. --["Users/CandiceWang"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-08-07 00:43:21'' [[nbsp]] Good food, however I was unaware at the time that Hometown was not a fastfood restaurant, and so we waited 30 minutes or so for our meal. However, they were nice and courteous to us still. Definitely plan ahead if you're planning to eat at this place. --["Users/EvelinaChang"]

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- '''Hometown Chinese Food''' is located in ["South Davis"] and is considered by many to have the best tasting ["Chinese Food"] in Yolo county. It is one of the few places in Davis that does both Americanized and authentic Chinese cuisine well. The beef noodle soup, meat gravy over rice, porkchop over rice, and garlic eggplant seem to be the most popular dishes.	+ '''Hometown Chinese Food''' is located in ["South Davis"] and is considered by many to have the best tasting ["Chinese Food"] in ["Yolo County"]. It is one of the few places in Davis that does both Americanized and authentic Chinese cuisine well. The beef noodle soup, meat gravy over rice, porkchop over rice, and garlic eggplant seem to be the most popular dishes.
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- Mister Lee, known to his friends as Steve and his wife Jean are back. Formerly on ["Lake Boulevard"] in the current location of ["Shanghai Town"], but are now located in South Davis. The deal to sell Hometown Chinese Food didn't work out and he's the owner again. He did get to make a trip to Taiwan and he brought back some tasty new menu items. Located where ["Norm's Pizza"] used to be. The display trays are only filled during lunch hours (11:30-2pm). Otherwise, all your food will be made-to-order; and obviously all food items that are not in the display trays will be made-to-order. Please note that Mr. Lee cooks all the dishes by himself (with one assistant during dinner) so this is not "fast food". Speed tends to be a bigger issue during dinner hours (5:30-8pm) - there will be TONS of people so you will have to wait quite a while even if you pre-order by phone. Either get their early, or buy your food earlier during the day and save it for dinner. - -	+ Mister Lee, known to his friends as Steve and his wife Jean are back. Formerly on ["Lake Boulevard"] in the current location of ["Shanghai Town"], but are now located in South Davis. The deal to sell Hometown Chinese Food didn't work out and he's the owner again. He did get to make a trip to Taiwan and he brought back some tasty new menu items. Located where ["Norm's Pizza"] used to be. The display trays are only filled during lunch hours (11:30-2pm). Otherwise, all your food will be made-to-order; and obviously all food items that are not in the display trays will be made-to-order. Please note that Mr. Lee cooks all the dishes by himself (with one assistant during dinner) so this is not "fast food". Speed tends to be a bigger issue during dinner hours (5:30-8pm) - there will be TONS of people so you will have to wait quite a while even if you pre-order by phone. Either get their early, or buy your food earlier during the day and save it for dinner.
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- ''2006-05-12 19:46:49'' [[nbsp]] This place is great! The food is incredible, my personal favorite is the coconut shrimp, but everything else I've had has been tasty too. And of course it's nice to see Mr. Lee and his wife doing what they do best: making mean chinese food that's free of MSG and canned veggies. --["BonnieStewart"] - ------ - ''2006-05-12 22:47:55'' [[nbsp]] The food is delicious, the work of a master chef. One bite of their 'General Chicken' and you will enter a state of absolute bliss so divine that you'll clean forget the fact that REAL Chinese people don't even eat deep-fried chicken. But all of that is going to change now, thanks to our new friends at Hometown. Down the street, KFC won't know what hit 'em. Step aside Colonel Sanders, make way for General Lee!!! - --["WesleyLeong"] - ------ - ''2006-05-14 00:32:27'' [[nbsp]] It's about time! Hometown is BACK! Not only is there everything from their old menu, there is also going to be a Taiwanese dim sum. AWESOME!! --["BenShmidt"] - ------ - ''2006-05-14 17:31:59'' [[nbsp]] I ate there on May 12 and the food was pretty good. I will be returning in the future. --["PaulAmnuaypayoat"] - ------ - ''2006-05-15 06:45:31'' [[nbsp]] Mr Lee is a nice man. Friendly Cab will give an extra dollar discount for this destination. --["BruceHansen"] - ------ - ''2006-05-22 18:48:13'' [[nbsp]] The dim sum is up now! Mr. Lee gave me some meat gravy to put on my fried rice, and it was freakin' delicious! I had my doubts but oh man, you guys have to try the gravy. You can get a plate of rice with gravy for only $2.35, what a deal. --["BonnieStewart"] - ------ - ''2006-05-22 21:28:05'' [[nbsp]] aw man, the meat gravy thing is CRAZY GOOD!!!!! --["BenShmidt"] - ------ - ''2006-06-02 13:30:57'' [[nbsp]] I tried the singapore curry noodles. They were pretty damn good. And Mr. Lee gave me a heaping portion!! --["BenShmidt"] - ------ - ''2006-06-03 21:30:28'' [[nbsp]] this place is the best chinese food i've ever eaten in davis. i thought there wasn't good chinese food in davis until i came here today. and i've eaten at all the chinese restaurants in davis before. they really use NO MSG at this place, and the cook/owner, mr. lee, is an awesome chef. he's from taiwan. i'll probably bring more friends with me here next time. --["MattHsieh"] - ------ - ''2006-06-10 13:39:31'' [[nbsp]] great food, taiwanese dim sum is AWESOME!! Defintly the best chinese food in Davis. --["BenLee"] - ------ - ''2006-06-28 20:46:01'' [[nbsp]] Like BenShmidt said, "CRAZY GOOD!" Highly recommended!!!! --["PattyLouieJunior"] - ------ - ''2006-06-30 21:42:35'' [[nbsp]] I went for dinner tonight with my family and visiting parents and we had the beef noodle soup (advertised in the window in Chinese for $5.95). It was flavorful and the beef was tender. Mmm. --["LillianChow"] - ------ - ''2006-07-15 13:38:35'' [[nbsp]] This place is solid, the food is well cooked and the flavors are pretty good. The only disadvantage is the limmited menu, and the fact that it is connected to the quicky mart next door, with no separation. the owners are very nice and they really cook the vegetables well (not overdone). --["MattHh"] - ------ - ''2006-07-15 21:49:36'' [[nbsp]] The Generals Chicken is as good as you'll find in any 5 star restaurant. On an interesting level, make sure he knows you read about him on the internet-they seem to believe that nobody uses the internet for dining info. --["DavidWebb"] - ------ - ''2006-08-01 19:06:00'' [[nbsp]] My God, the eggplant in garlic sauce is heavenly. I love the beef noodle too!!! --["BenShmidt"] - ------ - ''2006-08-04 20:04:43'' [[nbsp]] I was super excited about this place, and the food is alright. I like Hunan's general chicken better, but this place makes the chicken deep-fried which is different. The chow mein is really good, and I want to go back for the dim sum and because the guy is REALLY nice. He convinced my boyfriend and I to buy the same thing, but in a different combo, to save money. I like this place because of him, and next time I'll try some different stuff. --["ChristyMarsden"] - ------ - ''2006-08-13 12:00:49'' [[nbsp]] Had the beef noodle today! Was really good flavor with LOTS of chunks of beef! They garnish it with cilantro & green onions so if you aren't a fan, you should say so. Also tried the Taiwan style rice noodles. Heaping plate of noodles with shrimp, mushrooms, etc. Great flavor + had leftovers! --["KatYu"] - ------ - ''2006-08-16 14:23:01'' [[nbsp]] First off, it took me forever to find this place, because the building is attached to a Chevron. Second of all, what in the world is everyone ordering that is so good? I just posted two pictures (not sure on the actual names) and the food was just alright. If you want a mountain of food, it's a good place for that though. --["WinstonLee"] - ------ - ''2006-08-17 23:33:12'' [[nbsp]] oh my God, if you want something good, fast, and cheap, the meat gravy over rice is the way to go. I just had one today, and i was eating it about 90 seconds after ordering it. --["KevinGer"] - ------ - ''2006-08-18 14:11:28'' [[nbsp]] While the fast food isn't particularly special, the beef noodle soup is excellent and gives ["Davis Noodle City"] a run for its money. The owners are very nice too. --["AndrewChen"] - ------ - ''2006-08-25 13:00:10'' [[nbsp]] I didn't know this, but they offer chinese dumplings also. They're pretty tasty. --["BenSchmidt"] - ------ - ''2006-09-05 03:35:34'' [[nbsp]] Ok. Their beef noodle is the only place in Davis that has the closest taste to Taiwan. I will try the pork chop with rice next time, I'm very excited to find something like this. --["JessicaYang"] - ------ - ''2006-09-17 21:15:29'' [[nbsp]] My fiancee and I checked this place out yesterday on the generally good recommendations of you wiki-ers. She had the General Chow's, I had the Chicken in Black Bean sauce. I also ordered the rice with meat gravy. First off, the rice with gravy was very flavorful -- however, the meat bits were almost entirely pure fat. Both of our entrees were VERY flavorful (much more so than your typical Chinese) and we were very impressed. The chicken in black bean sauce was especially good. The portion sizes were large. I'd say the flavor of the food is most similar to something you've find at Pick Up Stix (except better). We will be returning. BTW, a bunch of Asians eating there were eating some kind of noodle soup served in big udon bowls. It looks very good. Anybody know what that was? --["AlexPomeranz"] - It was probably the Beef Noodle Soup. -["AndrewChen"] - The meat bits you are referring to in the gravy over rice is intentional ~ That is a specific dish, I loved it just wished for more rice! -["FrankYoung"] - ------ - ''2006-09-23 18:44:32'' [[nbsp]] This place does live up to the hype. The garlic eggplant that I got was cooked about perfectly, the sauce was flavorful, and the portion was large. Even the chow mein was ridiculously good--not slimy like other places. Woo. --["SteveKent"] - ------ - ''2006-10-09 15:58:01'' [[nbsp]] I thought the food was low quality. The dim sum menu seem to look good but the entrees are just okay. It's like something you make when you're in a hurry or you're too lazy to cook. --["KiwiSelina"] - ------ - ''2006-11-18 17:12:12'' [[nbsp]] mr. lee is friendly. His chicken in black bean sauce is awesome. I may be white...but you know...i like it. --["CraigMerry"] - ------ - ''2006-11-28 03:10:31'' [[nbsp]] A colleague from China introduced me to Steve and to Hometown Restaurant, and I agree with his assessment that it is the best Chinese restaurant in Davis. Steve is very friendly and will cook off-menu requests or "whatever is good that day". For fun, ask for his opinion of the American Chinese fare served elsewhere in town - "it's all like paste!". --["SimonChan"] - ------ - ''2007-01-31 07:33:47'' [[nbsp]] Mr. Lee is very friendly and sociable! The food is delicious, the best tasting that I've had in Davis. --["FrankYoung"] - ------ - ''2007-02-26 14:37:59'' [[nbsp]] I have only tried three items from the menu. The meat gravy over rice is pretty tasty. quite authentic taiwanese style. the pickled cabbage is pretty good. The pork chop rice is kind of a blend of the taiwanese style pork chop rice and the Hong Kong style "pork cutlet" rice. The pork chop itself is breaded with panko and deep fried, which is the typical HK "cutlet pork chop" style but the plate comes with pickled cabbage and soysauce hardboiled egg, which are taiwanese customs. It's still tasty, but the taiwanese may get a bit disappointed. The salted crispy fried chicken lacks the basil fragrance, which is quite crucial for this taiwanese street side snack. So i won't recommend this item. portions of the other two dishes are generous and the both Mr and Mrs Lee are very friendly. --["ChWong"] - ------ - ''2007-03-06 19:02:23'' [[nbsp]] This place is delicious. Don't let the fact that it's tucked in a gas station convenience mart fool you - it's totally worth it. --["GeoffJohnson"] - ------ - ''2007-03-06 22:32:49'' [[nbsp]] Food is good, but they do use heavy MSG. I recommened my friend to go there because he is allergic to MSG, but he got allergic to it. --["MikeWong"] - ------ - ''2007-03-19 15:17:40'' [[nbsp]] does anyone know if ownership of hometown has changed? the past few times ive been there have been new people behind the counter and the food has gotten a little worse. for e.g.: less meat gravy in the "meat gravy over rice" and they didnt even know what the chicken-shrimp fried rice was.... unacceptable! --["JohnHuang"] - - Word on the street sez that Steve has sold Hometown, and may open a restaurant in Downtown Davis (hopefully soon) - ["SimonChan"] - ------ - ''2007-03-19 19:29:32'' [[nbsp]] Yeah, Steve has sold the restaurant and plans to move his business to the building that is now Great Wall of China, the restaurant...not the wall. --["BenLee"] - ------ - ''2007-04-01 23:47:00'' [[nbsp]] The New Owner's are very nice. They know me by name and always strike friendly conversation when I enter the restaurant. The food more or less is the same as before (which is a GOOD thing). This is the best deal on chinese food for the marketed price. Usually my friends and I will go here for a short break, or prior to heading downtown/Sac. --["MichaelFu"]	+ ''2006-05-12 19:46:49'' [[nbsp]] This place is great! The food is incredible, my personal favorite is the coconut shrimp, but everything else I've had has been tasty too. And of course it's nice to see Mr. Lee and his wife doing what they do best: making mean chinese food that's free of MSG and canned veggies. --["Users/BonnieStewart"] + ------ + ''2006-05-12 22:47:55'' [[nbsp]] The food is delicious, the work of a master chef. One bite of their 'General Chicken' and you will enter a state of absolute bliss so divine that you'll clean forget the fact that REAL Chinese people don't even eat deep-fried chicken. But all of that is going to change now, thanks to our new friends at Hometown. Down the street, KFC won't know what hit 'em. Step aside Colonel Sanders, make way for General Lee!!! --["Users/WesleyLeong"] + ------ + ''2006-05-14 00:32:27'' [[nbsp]] It's about time! Hometown is BACK! Not only is there everything from their old menu, there is also going to be a Taiwanese dim sum. AWESOME!! --["Users/BenShmidt"] + ------ + ''2006-05-14 17:31:59'' [[nbsp]] I ate there on May 12 and the food was pretty good. I will be returning in the future. --["Users/PaulAmnuaypayoat"] + ------ + ''2006-05-15 06:45:31'' [[nbsp]] Mr Lee is a nice man. Friendly Cab will give an extra dollar discount for this destination. --["Users/BruceHansen"] + ------ + ''2006-05-22 18:48:13'' [[nbsp]] The dim sum is up now! Mr. Lee gave me some meat gravy to put on my fried rice, and it was freakin' delicious! I had my doubts but oh man, you guys have to try the gravy. You can get a plate of rice with gravy for only $2.35, what a deal. --["Users/BonnieStewart"] + ------ + ''2006-05-22 21:28:05'' [[nbsp]] aw man, the meat gravy thing is CRAZY GOOD!!!!! --["Users/BenShmidt"] + ------ + ''2006-06-02 13:30:57'' [[nbsp]] I tried the singapore curry noodles. They were pretty damn good. And Mr. Lee gave me a heaping portion!! --["Users/BenShmidt"] + ------ + ''2006-06-03 21:30:28'' [[nbsp]] this place is the best chinese food i've ever eaten in davis. i thought there wasn't good chinese food in davis until i came here today. and i've eaten at all the chinese restaurants in davis before. they really use NO MSG at this place, and the cook/owner, mr. lee, is an awesome chef. he's from taiwan. i'll probably bring more friends with me here next time. --["Users/MattHsieh"] + ------ + ''2006-06-10 13:39:31'' [[nbsp]] great food, taiwanese dim sum is AWESOME!! Defintly the best chinese food in Davis. --["Users/BenLee"] + ------ + ''2006-06-28 20:46:01'' [[nbsp]] Like BenShmidt said, "CRAZY GOOD!" Highly recommended!!!! --["Users/PattyLouieJunior"] + ------ + ''2006-06-30 21:42:35'' [[nbsp]] I went for dinner tonight with my family and visiting parents and we had the beef noodle soup (advertised in the window in Chinese for $5.95). It was flavorful and the beef was tender. Mmm. --["Users/LillianChow"] + ------ + ''2006-07-15 13:38:35'' [[nbsp]] This place is solid, the food is well cooked and the flavors are pretty good. The only disadvantage is the limmited menu, and the fact that it is connected to the quicky mart next door, with no separation. the owners are very nice and they really cook the vegetables well (not overdone). --["Users/MattHh"] + ------ + ''2006-07-15 21:49:36'' [[nbsp]] The Generals Chicken is as good as you'll find in any 5 star restaurant. On an interesting level, make sure he knows you read about him on the internet-they seem to believe that nobody uses the internet for dining info. --["Users/DavidWebb"] + ------ + ''2006-08-01 19:06:00'' [[nbsp]] My God, the eggplant in garlic sauce is heavenly. I love the beef noodle too!!! --["Users/BenShmidt"] + ------ + ''2006-08-04 20:04:43'' [[nbsp]] I was super excited about this place, and the food is alright. I like Hunan's general chicken better, but this place makes the chicken deep-fried which is different. The chow mein is really good, and I want to go back for the dim sum and because the guy is REALLY nice. He convinced my boyfriend and I to buy the same thing, but in a different combo, to save money. I like this place because of him, and next time I'll try some different stuff. --["Users/ChristyMarsden"] + ------ + ''2006-08-13 12:00:49'' [[nbsp]] Had the beef noodle today! Was really good flavor with LOTS of chunks of beef! They garnish it with cilantro & green onions so if you aren't a fan, you should say so. Also tried the Taiwan style rice noodles. Heaping plate of noodles with shrimp, mushrooms, etc. Great flavor + had leftovers! --["Users/KatYu"] + ------ + ''2006-08-16 14:23:01'' [[nbsp]] First off, it took me forever to find this place, because the building is attached to a Chevron. Second of all, what in the world is everyone ordering that is so good? I just posted two pictures (not sure on the actual names) and the food was just alright. If you want a mountain of food, it's a good place for that though. --["Users/WinstonLee"] + ------ + ''2006-08-17 23:33:12'' [[nbsp]] oh my God, if you want something good, fast, and cheap, the meat gravy over rice is the way to go. I just had one today, and i was eating it about 90 seconds after ordering it. --["Users/KevinGer"] + ------ + ''2006-08-18 14:11:28'' [[nbsp]] While the fast food isn't particularly special, the beef noodle soup is excellent and gives ["Davis Noodle City"] a run for its money. The owners are very nice too. --["Users/AndrewChen"] + ------ + ''2006-08-25 13:00:10'' [[nbsp]] I didn't know this, but they offer chinese dumplings also. They're pretty tasty. --["Users/BenSchmidt"] + ------ + ''2006-09-05 03:35:34'' [[nbsp]] Ok. Their beef noodle is the only place in Davis that has the closest taste to Taiwan. I will try the pork chop with rice next time, I'm very excited to find something like this. --["Users/JessicaYang"] + ------ + ''2006-09-17 21:15:29'' [[nbsp]] My fiancee and I checked this place out yesterday on the generally good recommendations of you wiki-ers. She had the General Chow's, I had the Chicken in Black Bean sauce. I also ordered the rice with meat gravy. First off, the rice with gravy was very flavorful -- however, the meat bits were almost entirely pure fat. Both of our entrees were VERY flavorful (much more so than your typical Chinese) and we were very impressed. The chicken in black bean sauce was especially good. The portion sizes were large. I'd say the flavor of the food is most similar to something you've find at Pick Up Stix (except better). We will be returning. BTW, a bunch of Asians eating there were eating some kind of noodle soup served in big udon bowls. It looks very good. Anybody know what that was? --["Users/AlexPomeranz"] + It was probably the Beef Noodle Soup. -["Users/AndrewChen"] + The meat bits you are referring to in the gravy over rice is intentional ~ That is a specific dish, I loved it just wished for more rice! -["Users/FrankYoung"] + ------ + ''2006-09-23 18:44:32'' [[nbsp]] This place does live up to the hype. The garlic eggplant that I got was cooked about perfectly, the sauce was flavorful, and the portion was large. Even the chow mein was ridiculously good--not slimy like other places. Woo. --["Users/SteveKent"] + ------ + ''2006-10-09 15:58:01'' [[nbsp]] I thought the food was low quality. The dim sum menu seem to look good but the entrees are just okay. It's like something you make when you're in a hurry or you're too lazy to cook. --["Users/KiwiSelina"] + ------ + ''2006-11-18 17:12:12'' [[nbsp]] mr. lee is friendly. His chicken in black bean sauce is awesome. I may be white...but you know...i like it. --["Users/CraigMerry"] + ------ + ''2006-11-28 03:10:31'' [[nbsp]] A colleague from China introduced me to Steve and to Hometown Restaurant, and I agree with his assessment that it is the best Chinese restaurant in Davis. Steve is very friendly and will cook off-menu requests or "whatever is good that day". For fun, ask for his opinion of the American Chinese fare served elsewhere in town - "it's all like paste!". --["Users/SimonChan"] + ------ + ''2007-01-31 07:33:47'' [[nbsp]] Mr. Lee is very friendly and sociable! The food is delicious, the best tasting that I've had in Davis. --["Users/FrankYoung"] + ------ + ''2007-02-26 14:37:59'' [[nbsp]] I have only tried three items from the menu. The meat gravy over rice is pretty tasty. quite authentic taiwanese style. the pickled cabbage is pretty good. The pork chop rice is kind of a blend of the taiwanese style pork chop rice and the Hong Kong style "pork cutlet" rice. The pork chop itself is breaded with panko and deep fried, which is the typical HK "cutlet pork chop" style but the plate comes with pickled cabbage and soysauce hardboiled egg, which are taiwanese customs. It's still tasty, but the taiwanese may get a bit disappointed. The salted crispy fried chicken lacks the basil fragrance, which is quite crucial for this taiwanese street side snack. So i won't recommend this item. portions of the other two dishes are generous and the both Mr and Mrs Lee are very friendly. --["Users/ChWong"] + ------ + ''2007-03-06 19:02:23'' [[nbsp]] This place is delicious. Don't let the fact that it's tucked in a gas station convenience mart fool you - it's totally worth it. --["Users/GeoffJohnson"] + ------ + ''2007-03-06 22:32:49'' [[nbsp]] Food is good, but they do use heavy MSG. I recommened my friend to go there because he is allergic to MSG, but he got allergic to it. --["Users/MikeWong"] + ------ + ''2007-03-19 15:17:40'' [[nbsp]] does anyone know if ownership of hometown has changed? the past few times ive been there have been new people behind the counter and the food has gotten a little worse. for e.g.: less meat gravy in the "meat gravy over rice" and they didnt even know what the chicken-shrimp fried rice was.... unacceptable! --["Users/JohnHuang"] + + Word on the street sez that Steve has sold Hometown, and may open a restaurant in Downtown Davis (hopefully soon) - ["Users/SimonChan"] + ------ + ''2007-03-19 19:29:32'' [[nbsp]] Yeah, Steve has sold the restaurant and plans to move his business to the building that is now Great Wall of China, the restaurant...not the wall. --["Users/BenLee"] + ------ + ''2007-04-01 23:47:00'' [[nbsp]] The New Owner's are very nice. They know me by name and always strike friendly conversation when I enter the restaurant. The food more or less is the same as before (which is a GOOD thing). This is the best deal on chinese food for the marketed price. Usually my friends and I will go here for a short break, or prior to heading downtown/Sac. --["Users/MichaelFu"]
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- Ever try to run a restaurant, Wesley? I think you haven't, and well, neither have I. I do think that I have some idea of the economics involved. Even if Mr. Lee paid nothing for the meat gravy over rice ingredients, he would still have to charge you to pay for his rent, electricity, gas, water, restrooms, insurance, taxes, permits and advertising. A restaurant is primarily a service industry and you're paying as much or more for the service of preparing tasty and wholesome food and providing a place to eat the food than for the raw materials themselves. --["GrumpyoldGeek"]	+ Ever try to run a restaurant, Wesley? I think you haven't, and well, neither have I. I do think that I have some idea of the economics involved. Even if Mr. Lee paid nothing for the meat gravy over rice ingredients, he would still have to charge you to pay for his rent, electricity, gas, water, restrooms, insurance, taxes, permits and advertising. A restaurant is primarily a service industry and you're paying as much or more for the service of preparing tasty and wholesome food and providing a place to eat the food than for the raw materials themselves. --["Users/GrumpyoldGeek"]
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- * That is a good rule of thumb for most meals, but the more extremely high or low priced the dish the more you're paying for service (as Grumpyoldgeek said, a dish that has zero material cost is still going to cost something. And also a fine dining meal requires more expensive waitstaff, chefs, and ambiance). My guess is with that dish the raw materials make up about 10% of the total price. one thing to keep in mind is that Hometowns rent is likely low because they are in a gas station, and also there is usually no labor except for one assistant. -["MattHh"]	+ * That is a good rule of thumb for most meals, but the more extremely high or low priced the dish the more you're paying for service (as Grumpyoldgeek said, a dish that has zero material cost is still going to cost something. And also a fine dining meal requires more expensive waitstaff, chefs, and ambiance). My guess is with that dish the raw materials make up about 10% of the total price. one thing to keep in mind is that Hometowns rent is likely low because they are in a gas station, and also there is usually no labor except for one assistant. -["Users/MattHh"]
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- *Correction: It's not "Thai" stuff, it's Taiwanese! Taiwan is different from Thailand. -AmyLee	+ *Correction: It's not "Thai" stuff, it's Taiwanese! Taiwan is different from Thailand. --["Users/AmyLee"]
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- ''2007-12-20 23:49:20'' [[nbsp]] I've known the Lee family since they took over London Fish & Chips from Winnie. Mr. Lee always talked about his Chinese food, and has cooked a number of dishes for my friends and I to sample back at the Orange Court location. I am happy to see Mr. Lee back to cooking some amazing Taiwanese/Chinese food. Everything he's cooked for me has been amazing, and I absolutely love sampling the Taiwanese menu, especially the items Jean thinks I might not like! :-) Are there any other places within 20 miles of Davis that serve such awesome soy eggs? The food I've had here has been on par or better than anything I've had at local places like New Canton, and even remote places like the Chinese cultural club in Sydney, Australia, or Yank Sing in San Francisco. - - --["Users/ChrisLambertus"]	+ ''2007-12-20 23:49:20'' [[nbsp]] I've known the Lee family since they took over London Fish & Chips from Winnie. Mr. Lee always talked about his Chinese food, and has cooked a number of dishes for my friends and I to sample back at the Orange Court location. I am happy to see Mr. Lee back to cooking some amazing Taiwanese/Chinese food. Everything he's cooked for me has been amazing, and I absolutely love sampling the Taiwanese menu, especially the items Jean thinks I might not like! :-) Are there any other places within 20 miles of Davis that serve such awesome soy eggs? The food I've had here has been on par or better than anything I've had at local places like New Canton, and even remote places like the Chinese cultural club in Sydney, Australia, or Yank Sing in San Francisco. --["Users/ChrisLambertus"]
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- Also, right now they have a special where you can buy 50 frozen dumplings for $16. Great for a quick meal at home. --["Users/HeidiDris"]	+ Also, right now they have a special where you can buy 50 frozen dumplings for $16. Great for a quick meal at home. --["Users/HeidiDris"]
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- ''2008-05-04 23:16:20'' [[nbsp]] Contrary to everyone else I had a really bad experience. I ordered Kung Pao Shrimp and got what appeared to be shrimp & broccoli w. chilies no peanuts and very watery sauce. A couple hours later I got a really bad case of food poisoning. I probably won't be back. --["Users/DavidHolcomb"]	+ ''2008-05-04 23:16:20'' [[nbsp]] Contrary to everyone else I had a really bad experience. I ordered Kung Pao Shrimp and got what appeared to be shrimp & broccoli w. chilies no peanuts and very watery sauce. A couple hours later I got a really bad case of food poisoning. I probably won't be back. --["Users/DavidHolcomb"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-07-05 15:02:01'' [[nbsp]] I like this place....good food.....beef noodle soup and fried rice are recommendations but the place seems really dirty. But what can u expect, its in a gas station. Trick with Chinese food is to not think about the back kitchen. --["Users/islandboy12"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-06-18 17:43:40'' [[nbsp]] this place is the TRUTH --["Users/wesleywang"]

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	+ + *David, we offer our sincere apologies. The watery sauce was probably from the vegetables, and we no longer put peanuts in the Kung Pao Shrimp because so many of our customers are allergic to nuts. Again, we are very sorry about your experience as our customer. We hope we can make it up to you with a better dining experience if you decide to give us another chance. --["Users/Steve&Jean"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-05-04 23:16:20'' [[nbsp]] Contrary to everyone else I had a really bad experience. I ordered Kung Pao Shrimp and got what appeared to be shrimp & broccoli w. chilies no peanuts and very watery sauce. A couple hours later I got a really bad case of food poisoning. I probably won't be back. --["Users/DavidHolcomb"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-05-02 22:30:59'' [[nbsp]] Ordered the chicken drumstick over rice based off of heididris' recommendation. and she is 100% absolutely right. tons of rice and meat gravy, piece of fried tofu, some great tasting string beans, a hardboiled soysauce marinated boiled egg (at least i think it's soy sauce marinated...) and the drumstick of a monster chicken. no joke, this chicken leg is so big that Jean couldn't close my take out box, so she had to get a rubber band and secure it tight. they always willing to go the extra mile for you, whether it be food quantity, quality, or just plain friendly service. love this place. --["Users/beekergene"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-04-27 07:59:55'' [[nbsp]] I think next time I'm within 100 miles of this place I'll have to drive up and eat! --["Users/FrankYoung"]

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- Mister Lee, known to his friends as Steve and his wife Jean are back. Formerly on ["Lake Boulevard"] in the current location of ["Shanghai Town"], but are now located in South Davis. The deal to sell Hometown Chinese Food didn't work out and he's the owner again. He did get to make a trip to Taiwan and he brought back some tasty new menu items. Located where ["Norm's Pizza"] used to be. The display trays are only filled during lunch hours (11:30-2pm). Otherwise, all your food will be made-to-order; and obviously all food items that are not in the display trays will be made-to-order. Please note that Mr. Lee cooks all the dishes by himself (with one assistant during dinner) so this is not "fast food". Speed tends to be a bigger issue during dinner hours (5:30-8pm) - there will be TONS of people so you will have to wait quite a while even if you preorder by phone. Either get their early, or buy your food earlier during the day and save it for dinner. - - - =Menu= - \|\|\|\|\|\|<tablewidth="50%">''as of August 6, 2006''\|\| - - \|\|<-2 bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''Taiwanese Dim Sum'''\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Meat & Gravy Over Rice\|\|\|\|<^>$3.50\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Beef Noodle Soup\|\|\|\|<^>$6.25\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Peddle Dry Noodle\|\|\|\|<^>$4.95\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Steamed Rice with Fried Pork Chop\|\|\|\|<^>$6.25\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Steamed Rice with Chicken Drumstick\|\|\|\|<^>$6.50\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Steamed Rice with Hock Meat\|\|\|\|<^>$6.25\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Crispy, Salt-Baked Chicken\|\|\|\|<^>$3.95\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Taiwan Style Rice Noodles\|\|\|\|<^>$5.95\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Singapore Curry Rice Noodles\|\|\|\|<^>$5.95\|\| - \|\|<-2 bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''A La Carte'''\|\| - \|\|<50%^>General Chows Chicken\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Sesame Chicken\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Kungpao Chicken\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Chicken with Mixed Veggies\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Beef with Broccoli\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Spicy Beef Homestyle\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Coconut Shrimp\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Pork with String Beans\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Eggplant in Garlic Sauce\|\|\|\|<^>''$5.25 each item''\|\| - \|\|<-2 bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''Combination Plates''' ''with White Rice or Chow Mein''\|\| - \|\|<50%^>1 Entree Plate\|\|\|\|<^>$5.95\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Rice Bowl\|\|\|\|<^>$4.55\|\| - \|\|<-2 bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''Side Dishes'''\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Egg Rolls\|\|\|\|<^>$1.25\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Pot Stickers (6)\|\|\|\|<^>$3.60\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Chow Mein / Fried Rice\|\|\|\|<^>$2.75\|\| - \|\|<50%^>Steamed Rice\|\|\|\|<^>$1.50\|\|	+ Mister Lee, known to his friends as Steve and his wife Jean are back. Formerly on ["Lake Boulevard"] in the current location of ["Shanghai Town"], but are now located in South Davis. The deal to sell Hometown Chinese Food didn't work out and he's the owner again. He did get to make a trip to Taiwan and he brought back some tasty new menu items. Located where ["Norm's Pizza"] used to be. The display trays are only filled during lunch hours (11:30-2pm). Otherwise, all your food will be made-to-order; and obviously all food items that are not in the display trays will be made-to-order. Please note that Mr. Lee cooks all the dishes by himself (with one assistant during dinner) so this is not "fast food". Speed tends to be a bigger issue during dinner hours (5:30-8pm) - there will be TONS of people so you will have to wait quite a while even if you pre-order by phone. Either get their early, or buy your food earlier during the day and save it for dinner. + +

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ScottStanley — 2008-04-13 11:42:50

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HeidiDris — 2008-03-27 12:29:11

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	+ ------ + ''2008-03-27 13:29:11'' [[nbsp]] I eat here a lot, but I usually just order from their fast food. Today I decided to order the Taiwanese Chicken Drumstick Over Rice b/c the picture above looked so tasty, and I've gotta say, it was delicious!! The meal comes with an entire takeout box full of rice with a meat gravy on top, a piece of fried tofu, one whole boiled egg (probably marinated in chinese five spice), vegetables, and a HUGE piece of fried chicken. The flavors came together so nicely, and for $6.50, it was quite a steal. I ordered the meal to go over the phone, and I when I arrived to pick up the food, everything was packaged and ready for me to go. It was a very good experience, and I'm still left with a takeout box full of food I hardly made a dent in! + + Also, right now they have a special where you can buy 50 frozen dumplings for $16. Great for a quick meal at home. --["Users/HeidiDris"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-03-23 15:36:21'' [[nbsp]] The beef noodle soup is the truth. Authentic, just like my mom used to cook it. --["Users/tombrokaw"]

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NickSchmalenberger — 2008-03-21 22:17:29

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MattSabrowski — 2008-03-21 20:21:41

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	+ ------ + ''2008-03-21 21:21:41'' [[nbsp]] I had lunch there today. Today was a Friday It was 3 when I arrived - strong crowd still going. Excellent, EXCELLENT food! MSG sucks I guess, but oh well, who gives a @%#^ when the world's about to end right? --["Users/MattSabrowski"]

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VTang — 2008-03-21 12:22:39

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	+ ------ + ''2008-03-21 13:22:39'' [[nbsp]] As I type I am enjoying my to go from Hometown Chinese. I biked there not too long ago and I have to say, it was WELL worth the bike. I ordered the pork chop on rice, but my order was mixed up and I got Hok meat instead. And I must say, it is DELICIOUS. I'm definitely going back, maybe this time for dinner. I must say it's AMAZING. Talk later, I'm going to finish my meal! yum! --["Users/VTang"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-03-16 18:48:03'' [[nbsp]] I love how they cook your food to order during dinner hours. It is so fresh and tasty. I like the orange chicken with steamed rice. --["Users/AlexN"]

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QS — 2008-02-18 18:20:11

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	+ ------ + ''2008-02-18 18:20:11'' [[nbsp]] I had Hometown for the first time today and ordered the Mixed Vegetables and the Curry Noodles Singapore Style. I asked for no MSG and low oil and salt. The owner told me not to worry. He was true to his word and the food was fantastic. The mixed vegetables (broccoli, asparagus, snow peas, carrots, and baked tofu) were sauteed in garlic and glazed lightly with gravy. The noodles (the thin glassy variety) had a subtle curry flavor that did not overpower. It was prepared with eggs, shrimp, marinated pork, and snow peas. The menu indicates that it is a spicy dish, but it wasn't at all. I loved that the owner made sure to prepare the dishes to our liking. I was very pleased to see that there weren't any pools of oil left on the plates after my sister and I cleaned them up. I will definitely be returning. --["Users/QS"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-01-11 09:31:16'' [[nbsp]] Hock meat over rice is a must try =F --["Users/MasumiWatanabe"]

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- ''2008-01-01 17:52:20'' [[nbsp]] In regards to CovertProfessor's comment about the MSG, I had a chance to chat with Mr. Lee while I was waiting for food on a weekend in early May. My parents were coming into town to visit and my mother is allergic to MSG. Mr. Lee told me that they do add MSG in their food but they can take it out upon request for the dishes as they are made to order. Items that are made in the morning such as the beef noodle soup have MSG in it whether you like it or not as it is something that cannot be changed on the fly like the dishes. --["Users/VincentShin"]	+ ''2008-01-01 17:52:20'' [[nbsp]] In regards to CovertProfessor's comment about the MSG, I had a chance to chat with Mr. Lee while I was waiting for food on a weekend in early May. My parents were coming into town to visit and my mother is allergic to MSG. Mr. Lee told me that they do add MSG in their food but they can take it out upon request for the dishes as they are made to order. Items that are made in the morning such as the beef noodle soup have MSG in it whether you like it or not as it is something that cannot be changed on the fly like the dishes. Though it still bothers me greatly that many of the Chinese restaurants in Southern California are removing MSG as an ingredient while many Chinese restaurants in Northern California still have not made the change. --["Users/VincentShin"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-01-01 17:52:20'' [[nbsp]] In regards to CovertProfessor's comment about the MSG, I had a chance to chat with Mr. Lee while I was waiting for food on a weekend in early May. My parents were coming into town to visit and my mother is allergic to MSG. Mr. Lee told me that they do add MSG in their food but they can take it out upon request for the dishes as they are made to order. Items that are made in the morning such as the beef noodle soup have MSG in it whether you like it or not as it is something that cannot be changed on the fly like the dishes. --["Users/VincentShin"]

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CovertProfessor — 2007-12-29 23:07:48

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- * Funny, I was there on the same night as you were (if you mean Sat, Dec. 28, 2007) and when I arrived, there were three small groups of 2-3 people waiting for their food. Still, it was about 25 minutes before my food was ready. You must have been earlier or later than I was (same goes for JimStewart below). They did apologize for my wait, which I appreciated. The garlic eggplant was worth the wait; the black bean chicken less so -- the large quantity of white meat chicken was nice, but there was very little black bean sauce flavor. The freshness is great, but it does come at a time cost since, apparently, each dish is made one at a time. --["Users/CovertProfessor"]	+ * Funny, I was there on the same night as you were (if you mean Fri, Dec. 28, 2007) and when I arrived, there were three small groups of 2-3 people waiting for their food. Still, it was about 25 minutes before my food was ready. You must have been earlier or later than I was (same goes for JimStewart below). They did apologize for my wait, which I appreciated. The garlic eggplant was worth the wait; the black bean chicken less so -- the large quantity of white meat chicken was nice, but there was very little black bean sauce flavor. The freshness is great, but it does come at a time cost since, apparently, each dish is made one at a time. --["Users/CovertProfessor"]

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CovertProfessor — 2007-12-29 23:07:09

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	+ * Funny, I was there on the same night as you were (if you mean Sat, Dec. 28, 2007) and when I arrived, there were three small groups of 2-3 people waiting for their food. Still, it was about 25 minutes before my food was ready. You must have been earlier or later than I was (same goes for JimStewart below). They did apologize for my wait, which I appreciated. The garlic eggplant was worth the wait; the black bean chicken less so -- the large quantity of white meat chicken was nice, but there was very little black bean sauce flavor. The freshness is great, but it does come at a time cost since, apparently, each dish is made one at a time. --["Users/CovertProfessor"]

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	+ ------ + ''2007-12-29 09:40:54'' [[nbsp]] Now's a great time to swing by and give the restaurant a try if you've never been there. The college kids are home on break and he has the time to talk and cook you up just what you want. Don't be afraid to try something new or to ask him to decide what to cook for you. --["Users/JimStewart"]

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	+ ------ + ''2007-12-29 03:07:33'' [[nbsp]] My girlfriend and I went to this place last night and it was DELICIOUS. I read the good reviews on wiki and convinced her to go with me even though she "doesn't like Chinese food". Boy, did she change her mind after we ate. We ordered the shrimp in garlic sauce and the chicken in black bean sauce with a side of rice for 2 and some potstickers. The portions were awesome and especially awesome considering the price. There was a TON of white meat chicken in the black bean dish and quite a few shrimp in the other dish. There was also an abundance of well cooked veggies (warm but still crunchy) in each dish. The chef made both dishes "good spicy" for us and they came out perfect. Just enough spice to burn a little bit but the dishes still retained their original flavor. Having the gas station next door was convenient as well because we grabbed a 2 liter of Coke while we waited. The place was empty except two others who were eating and the food was prepared in less than 10 minutes. The cook and his assistant were both very friendly and talkative. The chef said something to the effect of, "Once people eat here, they are my customers for good." He was absolutely right as I am sure we will be returning within the next week to try out some of the other menu items. --["Users/BlairGoss"]

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ChrisLambertus — 2007-12-20 23:49:20

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	+ ------ + ''2007-12-20 23:49:20'' [[nbsp]] I've known the Lee family since they took over London Fish & Chips from Winnie. Mr. Lee always talked about his Chinese food, and has cooked a number of dishes for my friends and I to sample back at the Orange Court location. I am happy to see Mr. Lee back to cooking some amazing Taiwanese/Chinese food. Everything he's cooked for me has been amazing, and I absolutely love sampling the Taiwanese menu, especially the items Jean thinks I might not like! :-) Are there any other places within 20 miles of Davis that serve such awesome soy eggs? The food I've had here has been on par or better than anything I've had at local places like New Canton, and even remote places like the Chinese cultural club in Sydney, Australia, or Yank Sing in San Francisco. + + --["Users/ChrisLambertus"]

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CovertProfessor — 2007-12-19 00:01:23

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- ''2007-12-18 23:57:19'' [[nbsp]] I got some nice takeout here -- following suggestions on the page, the garlic eggplant and the general's chicken. I wouldn't say it was amazing, but it was quite good. We didn't have a problem with the wait; what ''was'' a problem was trying to fight the traffic back north into town. Ugh. If you live in South Davis, I can see going here a lot, but otherwise, a place like ["Davis Noodle City"] is going to be more of a draw. Or, go for lunch, I guess. --["Users/CovertProfessor"]	+ ''2007-12-18 23:57:19'' [[nbsp]] I got some nice takeout here -- following suggestions on the page, the garlic eggplant and the general's chicken. I wouldn't say it was amazing, but it was quite good. The sauces were tasty, but we'd prefer white meat chicken to the dark that we were provided. And we wondered about the MSG, given the mixed comments on the entry for this restaurant, but I didn't feel the "MSG coma" that I usually get after consuming MSG, so I don't think they do add MSG. We didn't have a problem with the wait; what ''was'' a problem was trying to fight the traffic back north into town. Ugh. If you live in South Davis, I can see going here a lot, but otherwise, a place like ["Davis Noodle City"] is going to be more of a draw. Or, go for lunch, I guess. --["Users/CovertProfessor"]

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	+ ------ + ''2007-12-18 23:57:19'' [[nbsp]] I got some nice takeout here -- following suggestions on the page, the garlic eggplant and the general's chicken. I wouldn't say it was amazing, but it was quite good. We didn't have a problem with the wait; what ''was'' a problem was trying to fight the traffic back north into town. Ugh. If you live in South Davis, I can see going here a lot, but otherwise, a place like ["Davis Noodle City"] is going to be more of a draw. Or, go for lunch, I guess. --["Users/CovertProfessor"]

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- ''2007-12-18 07:53:30'' [[nbsp]] They do have other people work for them. I have seen atleast 2 other employees there at different times. But maybe they have gone back to Taiwan/China to visit family, I don't know...But i am really surprised to hear comments from people saying they have to wait so long for their orders. We go there pretty regularly and have never had to wait more then 10-15 minutes for our orders. We had to wait longer than that one time because we had a large takeoput order for 12 people and that took 30 minutes! I don't usually make so many comments for one page, but I feel like I should because my friend and I who go here frequently have never had any problems. The owners are very extremely friendly and the food is awesome! --["Users/MyaBrn"]	+ ''2007-12-18 07:53:30'' [[nbsp]] They do have other people work for them. I have seen atleast 2 other employees there at different times. But maybe they have gone back to Taiwan/China to visit family, I don't know...But I am really surprised to hear comments from people saying they have to wait so long for their orders. We go there pretty regularly and have to wait more no more than 10-15 minutes. We had to wait longer than that one time because we had a large take-out order for 12 people and that took 30 minutes! I don't usually make so many comments for one page, but I feel like I should because my friend and I who go here frequently have never had any problems. The owners are very extremely friendly and the food is awesome! --["Users/MyaBrn"]