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Chinese restaurant in Monterey Park, California
What should I order at Capital Seafood, Monterey Park?
What to order
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Siu Mai
Recommended multiple times as a favorite dim sum item; reviewers praised its fresh flavor and included it among the best dishes to order.
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Shrimp Dumplings (Har Gow)
Frequently highlighted as a favorite dim sum choice, with reviewers calling them fresh, delicious, and a must-try from the carts.
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Egg Custard Buns
Repeatedly praised for being especially good and a highlight of the meal, with reviewers specifically recommending them as a must-order.
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Almond Tea
Mentioned as a favorite and hard-to-get specialty item, with reviewers noting its unique almond-milk-like flavor and saying it is worth the wait.
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Pork Buns
Included in positive dim sum recommendations for being freshly made and flavorful, making them a popular pick among the traditional items.
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Fried Rice
Praised in more than one review as delicious and a strong accompaniment to the seafood dishes and dim sum selection.
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Lobster Noodles
Called amazing and exceptional, with reviewers especially loving the rich noodle gravy and generous portion size.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
About Capital Seafood, Monterey Park
Capital Seafood in Monterey Park, California is a Chinese restaurant, dim sum restaurant, seafood restaurant, and banquet hall known for dim sum served from push carts and for large seafood meals. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh, hot dim sum, especially har gow, siu mai, chicken feet, and BBQ pork pastries, along with generous portions and good value. It is described as casual, spacious, and able to handle both small meals and large group events. The restaurant is also noted for fast service and accepts reservations.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Comfort food
- Private dining room
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Capital Seafood, Monterey Park known for?
It is best known for dim sum, especially the hot items served from old-school push carts. Reviewers repeatedly mention har gow, siu mai, chicken feet, and charsiew bao, and many say the food arrives fresh and steaming.
What dishes are most recommended at Capital Seafood, Monterey Park?
Reviewers most often recommend har gow, siu mai, chicken feet, BBQ pork pastry, shrimp dumplings, pork buns, and lobster noodles. Other dishes called out as standouts include seafood chow mein, fried rice, green beans, and steamed pork ribs in lotus leaf.
What is the atmosphere like at Capital Seafood, Monterey Park?
The atmosphere is casual, spacious, and built for groups, with enough room for large parties and banquet-style dinners. Reviews describe it as a place that works well for family meals, birthdays, and solo dim sum visits, with fast seating and a busy cart service style.
Is Capital Seafood, Monterey Park good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is about $20 to $30, and reviewers often say the portions are generous for the cost. People specifically mention affordable dim sum, a lot of food for the price, and even low-cost drinks like beer for $5 a bottle.
When is the best time to visit Capital Seafood, Monterey Park for dim sum?
Dim sum is served seven days a week from 8am to 3pm, so that is the best window if you want the cart service and the widest dim sum selection. Reviewers also note fast seating, which can help during busy meal times.
Is parking available at Capital Seafood, Monterey Park?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Capital Seafood, Monterey Park kid-friendly?
Yes, Capital Seafood, Monterey Park is good for kids.
