Daikokuya + + + + $

Who? Joyce, Eric, Caroline, Andrew
Where? J-Town

Japanese ramen in minute, steamy quarters - authentic, as far as I can tell - cheap, good and always packed.

New Capital + + + + + $

Who? Fesh, Howie, Andrew, Vivian
Where? Rowland Heights, exit Fullerton

Best dim sum around. $1.98 per plate, $0.80 seating charge. $1.68 off peak. So cheap and damn good. Excellent view of the mountains. Definitely worth the 35 minute drive.