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Dolan’s Uyghur Cuisine

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👍👍 Everything was amazing!! The staff was pleasant and friendly. Definitely some of the best Uyghur food we have had in America. The spicy noodles with beef was very flavorful and handmade noodles perfect, firm not dry or too doughy. The diced noodles with beef was mild and perfectly cooked as well.... People often mention Uyghur, good, noodles, chicken, great, Chicken, beef, dishes, Plate, spice,


Address

742 W Valley Blvd, Alhambra, CA 91803

Website

www.ladolans.com

Contact

(626) 782-7555

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (613 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 11 AM to 2:45 PM, 5 to 8:45 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 2:45 PM, 5 to 8:45 PM
  • Sunday: 11 AM to 2:45 PM, 5 to 8:45 PM
  • Monday: 11 AM to 2:45 PM, 5 to 8:45 PM
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 2:45 PM, 5 to 8:45 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 2:45 PM, 5 to 8:45 PM
  • Thursday: 11 AM to 2:45 PM, 5 to 8:45 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Kevin C. 1 year ago on Google
    Ordered Big Plate Chicken (Small), Tiger Salad, and Lamb Kebabs. The Big Plate Chicken (small) will definitely be enough for 2-3 people. It's quite large already with lots of chicken. The noodles are a tasty consistency flavored by the spices from the sauce. The chicken was soft to the bite and leaves a good after kick from the spice. The tiger salad was a great medley of onions, peppers, tomatoes, and garlic. It's crunchy, refreshing, and has a toned down spice kick to it. The Lamb Kebabs are a minimum order of 3 and they're very good. They strike a good balance between chewy and tender. Very juicy and the spice is more of a pepper spice than chili flake spice. Tiger Salad is definitely a great side dish here and I'd recommend the others too or exploring more with the other menu items. Again, everything we ordered was somewhat spicy but pleasant. Service was efficient and very kind. The business did get packed by dinnertime, but parking space is adequate.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kimberlee F. 4 months ago on Google
    Everything was amazing!! The staff was pleasant and friendly. Definitely some of the best Uyghur food we have had in America. The spicy noodles with beef was very flavorful and handmade noodles perfect, firm not dry or too doughy. The diced noodles with beef was mild and perfectly cooked as well. The samsa was flaky and tasty for an appetizer, while the naan bread was delicious to soak up the amazing flavors left on the plate. There was enough food on each plate to split if you didn't want to try several different foods. We absolutely will return!! Update, we returned and found all dishes amazing. Absolutely consistent and quality. Tonight, we had pearl noodles and Big Plate Chicken. Such a fusion of flavors dancing on our tongue, so delicious. We recommend the special tea, it is calming and delightful. A++
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ying L. 1 year ago on Google
    Tried Uyghur food for the first time here with a few friends. Overall a great dining experience. Nice, clean interior and friendly staff. The fried naan was pretty good—almost like spiced croutons. Dumplings were solid too but the noodles were our favorite dish by far—very flavorful and fresh. I tried the Uyghur milk tea and really disliked it—way too salty. But a lot of other menu items look pretty promising. Prices were okay overall. Would definitely come back.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Krisztina G. 2 years ago on Google
    It was such a delightful surprise to eat here! I didn’t expect to enjoy to such a high extent all the food we had! We got lamb kebab; chicken plate; fried naan/beef and beef dumplings. Their salty milk tea was great too. I’m super happy with our dinner and will definitely come back!🥰
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matt K. 2 years ago on Google
    Google "Uyghur". Okay, first off I gotta say how amazingly good the noodles were. Wow. Haven't had a noodle that good in a long time. It's perfectly made, perfectly chewy, and perfectly cooked. The lagman noodles were great. Loved the beef and veggies. The Manti were really good too, really liked the peppery beef and onion filling. And the cucumbers were great too, nice garlic flavor, not overly seasoned. They were the perfect refreshing side to the other dishes. Definitely want to go back and try more things.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Abdullah Yusuf K. 1 year ago on Google
    One of my favorite places around LA. To me, Uyghur cuisine is like a sweet spot between Turkish and Chinese. Excellent meat options like Tower Kebab (they don't need a 1 hour notice, that information on the menu is not true) and Uyghur Kebab, or if you are feeling like chicken, the Boneless Chicken Plate can be preferred. Uyghur Naan, Manti, and Fried Naan with Beef are good picks to order and split with your friends as side dishes. Don't forget to finish your lovely dinner with their baklava, and as a Turkish I can confirm that their baklava is good. And most importantly, wash it all down throughout your dinner with Dolan's Special Tea.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hiep N. 1 year ago on Google
    Why have not been here before? I highly recommend everything. We ordered: - Chicken plate - amazing flavor, chicken was tender, potatoes were soft (but not super tender). Veggies were still nice and crunchy. The sauce, I want it on everything. We got it bone-in as I find this options in most situation to be more juicy (and dark meat). - Northwest rice noodle - a good spice kick, mix of veggies and beef were great. It satisfied my tasted buds. - Uyghur Goshaan - amazingly flaky and stuffed to the brim. It was great, until I dunked it into the chicken plate sauce and it became magical. Highly recommend the "combo" For dessert we ordered honey cake and baklava; they were good, on sweeter side. A great way to end the meal. As to drink - the hot Uyghur Milk Tea was not my type of team as it was salty. My partner greatly enjoyed it though as it reminded her of Taiwan.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Mirtha H. 2 years ago on Google
    First time visiting. The spicy fried noodles with beef are delicious, I did expect the serving to be a bit bigger for the price, and maybe a little more beef, but it is very tasty. Not really spicy just good flavor. The Goshnaan was also very flavorful. The Manta was not as flavorful as I expected but still good, definitely pour a bit of vinegar. The young lady was very nice.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Amarbold B. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a rare find in terms of Asian food. Uyghur food is similar to authentic Mongolian food (my ethnic background) but it is better spiced for the American palate. This restaurant serves up an excellent variety of traditional dishes and I ate until I could not fit another grain of rice. We had -lamb skewers (incredibly flavorful) -lamb polo (classic Uyghur fare) -vegetarian korma chop (chewey with a nice kick) -Uyghur naan with Uyghur salad (good appetizer combo) -the special tea (worth a refill!) If you have some money to splurge, I recommend trying a bit of everything like we did. You gain an appreciation for the wonderful variety of tastes from this culture.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Haiyang 10 months ago on Google
    2nd time here and this is the best Uyghur restaurant I’ve ever tried in the US. Their food is authentic and tasty. The service was great. Must try!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jeff T. 1 year ago on Google
    Ordered the big plate chicken (noodles), eggplant, lamb skewers, Dolan special tea, and the manta dumplings. The big plate chicken noodles are the star of the show, flavorful and house made noodle dough (machine pressed) was a perfect chewiness. The eggplant also savory and pull apart soft. The lamb skewers possibly a little overcooked to medium but hot off the grill with a spice mix that'll have you asking for more. The Dolan special tea is a spiced must get. The manta dumplings are like kafta mixed meat in a thin soup dumpling wrapping, yum. Certainly a must visit if you're looking for Uyghur food
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hsin-Yi K. 9 months ago on Google
    I finally had the chance to experience Dolan's Uyghur Cuisine in Alhambra, and it was well worth the wait! This charming eatery, which I've passed by countless times in my neighborhood, exceeded my expectations in every way. Here are the highlights from my unforgettable visit: 1. Cozy Ambiance: Dolan's offers both indoor and outdoor seating options, and despite its small size, the restaurant exudes a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Even on weekdays, the place tends to be bustling with people, so I highly recommend making a reservation to secure your spot. 2. Uyghur Milk Tea - A Unique Treat: One of the standout features of Dolan's is their Uyghur Milk Tea. It's a delightful blend of savory and sweet, which creates an intriguing flavor that I hadn't experienced before. If you visit this restaurant, trying their Uyghur Milk Tea is a must! 3. Big Plate Chicken - A Signature Dish: Among their many delectable offerings, the Big Plate Chicken stands out as one of their must-try dishes. The flavors are rich and well-balanced, making it a favorite among patrons. 4. Handmade Wide Noodles and Lamb Skewers: Both dishes were an absolute delight to the taste buds! In fact, they were so delicious that my friends and I ended up ordering an extra serving of each. I must say, I regret not trying this restaurant sooner. Dolan's Uyghur Cuisine has now become one of my top recommendations for anyone seeking a unique and satisfying dining experience in Alhambra.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 George W. 8 months ago on Google
    First time coming to this restaurant, was purposely looking for Uyghur cuisine. One note here: the first Dolan’s that comes up will lead you to the Roland Heights location, so make sure you know where you are headed to. The food here is really good. I loved the goshnaan, a must have. The yogurt desert is really good after a heavy meal.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jared C. 1 year ago on Google
    (Via Eat the World Los Angeles) - Dolan's has now been around for almost four years in Alhambra, but seems to be getting better and better as time passes. The San Gabriel Valley and everyone nearby is so fortunate that the relatively new restaurant survived the pandemic and has come out on the other side even stronger. The foods of Central Asia are not something that Los Angeles and nearby counties are blessed with much of, so Dolan's endurance in the future is something to be tended very carefully.

  • 4/5 Daniel X. 1 year ago on Google
    Many traditional Uyghur dishes to choose from. Some of them are different from the local versions in Xinjiang (e.g., the samosa) but they all taste good. The female server is extremely friendly. Portions are a bit on the small side though.

  • 4/5 Ali 9 months ago on Google
    Good halal option if you're visiting the area and want to try something different. Our favorites were the lamb kebabs and Uyghur pulao.

  • 5/5 Samaneh R. 6 months ago on Google
    The service was welcoming, the food was delightful, and the portions were generous. We got the Big Plate Chicken with extra noodles, and it was delicious and enough for two people. I look forward to returning when I'm in the area to try the other dishes on the menu.

  • 5/5 Jean W. 6 months ago on Google
    My favorite Big Plate Chicken in LA, stir-fire chicken with potato, onion and fresh bell peppers. Always remember to order an extra noodle, their handmade noodle was really good, with flavorful spicy sauce, you can never have enough of it. I recommend bone-in chicken, the chicken was so tender and was easily separate with bone. And the other must have item was their Lamb, I can't not choose from boiled lamb or lamb soup, both of them were sooo good, I usually depends on the weather or my appetite. This is a very authentic Uyghur cuisine, they have other delicious dishes and I just mentioned my top 2.

  • 5/5 Tumpa F. 6 months ago on Google
    Great place to have some halal delicacy from Uyghur,China. Food was very tasty. Service was good too.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Curbside pickup
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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