The restaurant is very dirty and needs to be remodeled, I don't understand how the health department can let them stay open.
Dawn Brown
Today order Shrimp and Asparagus saltand pepper style so salty we couldn't eat it. They asked me to bring it back. We had already put it on plates so I said no that's ridiculous. So in return they offered me 6 shrimp extra shrimpon my next order. I'm done with them done, waste of your money we also ordered another seafood too dish leave there seafood dishes alone waste of your money
Recommended dishes: Stir Fried Clam in Black Bean Sauce
Mario Perez
Very friendly staff here but maybe alittle too
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
andy
This teapot scared away many customers. When will the boss replace the teapot?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Michael W.
New Lai Wah is my favorite Chinese restaurant in Sacramento. They might not have the best looking dining room. But they're the best taste delicious Chinese restaurant in Sacramento. The service is excellent every time when I dine in. Very friendly even when I come to pick up the to-go order. The food is the best in town. My favorite dish here is the spicy chili chicken. It is better than any other restaurant in Sacramento.Vegetarian options: The vegetable dishes at New Lai Wah is excellent!Parking: The parking lot sometimes very busy at nightWheelchair accessibility: No problem with the wheelchair
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Peking Duck, Is Salt and Pepper Shrimp with Asparagus, House Chow Mein Shrimp and Asparagus, Stir Fried Beef Short Ribs with Honey Pepper Sauce, Stir Fry Lobster, Beef and Snow Peas, Chicken Chow Mein, Wonton Soup, Beef Broccoli, Beef Chow Fun
Michael Gonzalez
The food was amazing, the service was quick and we had a great time.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Hector Gonzalez
Been there four times food is good prices ok cleanliness is bad tables very sticky. There service is very very bad they messed up our order we called the waitress to our table took her a while to come over we asked her nicely that that's not what we ordered she grabs the plate and gives us a dirty look and walks away comes back just puts the new plate on the table never came back at all or looked our way to see if we needed anything else not even a cup of water was offered to us then we pay and start walking out and says you forgot something my father n law says what she says a tip we just turned around and left never again setting foot in there again. They did not earn there tip sorry!!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Harvey K.
Don't judge a book by its cover. New Lai Wah is located across the street from the Sacramento Executive Airport on Freeport Blvd. I was searching for a dinner spot in Sacramento for my family and I on 05/27/2023 and this place came up. Initially, I was a little hesitant of trying this place because of their low overall rating. But the more I looked at their food, the more I was convinced that this place is legit. Since fortune favors the brave, the final call was made to come here. We walked in at 5 pm and the place was pretty quiet. The staff promptly greeted us in Cantonese, and we were seated at a corner table per my request. The tables and chairs were pretty old. The interior was dated and kind of dark. Cleanliness was marginal. To the left of the cash register counter, there were several live fish tanks. The setup totally reminded me of Chinatown restaurants in the old days. Tea and menus were brought to us quickly. After a few moments of deliberation, we ordered a quintet of dishes. The following is what we got: *Hand-Shredded Chicken - It was garnished with peanuts and served with a sand ginger sauce. Free range chicken was used. The meat was tender and flavorful. *Curry Beef Stew with Cellophane Noodles - It was served in a big pot. Large pieces of beef were used and they were very tender. The sauce was authentic Cantonese style (great curry flavor and not spicy). The cellophane noodles soaked up all the curry goodness. *Broth-Poached Fish Fillet with Veggies - It was served in a pot of broth. The pieces of fish were flaky and mild in taste. The spinach used was very fresh. The broth, accented with fried garlic cloves and salted duck eggs, was light and flavorful. *Spicy Seafood Tofu Claypot - Pieces of tofu were golden brown and crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Small size shrimp, scallops, and calamari were used and they all tasted fine. Sauce had a slight spicy kick. *Peking Pork Chops - We ordered the salt and pepper version but this came instead because the staff made a mistake (it was in a to-go box too). They offered to remake it but I declined. Lean, meaty chops were used for the dish. Sauce was on point. The portions were huge. We had a lot of leftovers. Contrary to some other reviewers' experiences, we received very good service. The staff were hospitable and efficient. The total, with T/T, was just $83. The same meal in the Bay Area would probably cost 50% more. This place is legit Cantonese. We will return. 4 solid stars. BONUS MATERIAL: - This restaurant used to be a part of the Asian Pearl chain. - Major credit cards accepted. - Private parking lot on site.
Brenda Johnson
Food is really good and fresh.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Matteo C.
Good place for Chinese food, They have takeout but service and ambiance isn't really their strong suit
Came here during new years around 12 ish. Some people there but not much. Been trying and retrying Chinese restaurants in sac and glad to have tried this one! Prices are decently priced and food is overall decently good! We tried the beef stew with bean thread ( fun see) , salt and pepper pork, peking rib, lamb stew, wet beef chow fun, yang chow fried rice, singapore noodles, and house special chow mein. Most of it were good- both the stews, singapore noodles, peking ribs- but the others lacked some flavor. Our go to always at chinese places is their wet beef chow fun and it was very mid, not enough flavor or gravy/sauce and the noodles were kinda rly clumpy and soggy. Overall food is pretty good compared to price! Portions are okay not a lot alot but not little. Also dont expect to have service at traditional chinese restaurants lol.
Regina W.
The food was nice and it was out of my expectations. Ordered beef chow fun and sizzling frog and pork intestine. Beef chow fun was meh, but the sizzling frog and pork intestine was definitely delicious. Will come back to try more food.
Dom N.
I've been going here for awhile for all sorts of celebrations. Gà Xào Chua Ngọt was one of my favorites while growing up. The original recipe is from Shanghai, and it was made with black vinegar and not tomato based. There's something about the elements in a Sweet & Sour Chicken that keeps me going back for seconds.
KING Mike
Staff was friendly. She greeted me at the door while setting up for lunch. Spacious and clean restaurant. Quick service, I told her I was on meal break for work, she offered lunch menu. Delicious hot meal. Great size portion for one person. There is a Large live tank with fresh options. I will be back to try some of those Large Shrimps.
The restaurant is very dirty and needs to be remodeled, I don't understand how the health department can let them stay open.
Today order Shrimp and Asparagus saltand pepper style so salty we couldn't eat it. They asked me to bring it back. We had already put it on plates so I said no that's ridiculous. So in return they offered me 6 shrimp extra shrimpon my next order. I'm done with them done, waste of your money we also ordered another seafood too dish leave there seafood dishes alone waste of your money
Recommended dishes: Stir Fried Clam in Black Bean Sauce
Very friendly staff here but maybe alittle too
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
This teapot scared away many customers. When will the boss replace the teapot?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
New Lai Wah is my favorite Chinese restaurant in Sacramento. They might not have the best looking dining room. But they're the best taste delicious Chinese restaurant in Sacramento. The service is excellent every time when I dine in. Very friendly even when I come to pick up the to-go order. The food is the best in town. My favorite dish here is the spicy chili chicken. It is better than any other restaurant in Sacramento.Vegetarian options: The vegetable dishes at New Lai Wah is excellent!Parking: The parking lot sometimes very busy at nightWheelchair accessibility: No problem with the wheelchair
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Peking Duck, Is Salt and Pepper Shrimp with Asparagus, House Chow Mein Shrimp and Asparagus, Stir Fried Beef Short Ribs with Honey Pepper Sauce, Stir Fry Lobster, Beef and Snow Peas, Chicken Chow Mein, Wonton Soup, Beef Broccoli, Beef Chow Fun
The food was amazing, the service was quick and we had a great time.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Been there four times food is good prices ok cleanliness is bad tables very sticky. There service is very very bad they messed up our order we called the waitress to our table took her a while to come over we asked her nicely that that's not what we ordered she grabs the plate and gives us a dirty look and walks away comes back just puts the new plate on the table never came back at all or looked our way to see if we needed anything else not even a cup of water was offered to us then we pay and start walking out and says you forgot something my father n law says what she says a tip we just turned around and left never again setting foot in there again. They did not earn there tip sorry!!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Don't judge a book by its cover. New Lai Wah is located across the street from the Sacramento Executive Airport on Freeport Blvd. I was searching for a dinner spot in Sacramento for my family and I on 05/27/2023 and this place came up. Initially, I was a little hesitant of trying this place because of their low overall rating. But the more I looked at their food, the more I was convinced that this place is legit. Since fortune favors the brave, the final call was made to come here. We walked in at 5 pm and the place was pretty quiet. The staff promptly greeted us in Cantonese, and we were seated at a corner table per my request. The tables and chairs were pretty old. The interior was dated and kind of dark. Cleanliness was marginal. To the left of the cash register counter, there were several live fish tanks. The setup totally reminded me of Chinatown restaurants in the old days. Tea and menus were brought to us quickly. After a few moments of deliberation, we ordered a quintet of dishes. The following is what we got: *Hand-Shredded Chicken - It was garnished with peanuts and served with a sand ginger sauce. Free range chicken was used. The meat was tender and flavorful. *Curry Beef Stew with Cellophane Noodles - It was served in a big pot. Large pieces of beef were used and they were very tender. The sauce was authentic Cantonese style (great curry flavor and not spicy). The cellophane noodles soaked up all the curry goodness. *Broth-Poached Fish Fillet with Veggies - It was served in a pot of broth. The pieces of fish were flaky and mild in taste. The spinach used was very fresh. The broth, accented with fried garlic cloves and salted duck eggs, was light and flavorful. *Spicy Seafood Tofu Claypot - Pieces of tofu were golden brown and crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Small size shrimp, scallops, and calamari were used and they all tasted fine. Sauce had a slight spicy kick. *Peking Pork Chops - We ordered the salt and pepper version but this came instead because the staff made a mistake (it was in a to-go box too). They offered to remake it but I declined. Lean, meaty chops were used for the dish. Sauce was on point. The portions were huge. We had a lot of leftovers. Contrary to some other reviewers' experiences, we received very good service. The staff were hospitable and efficient. The total, with T/T, was just $83. The same meal in the Bay Area would probably cost 50% more. This place is legit Cantonese. We will return. 4 solid stars. BONUS MATERIAL: - This restaurant used to be a part of the Asian Pearl chain. - Major credit cards accepted. - Private parking lot on site.
Food is really good and fresh.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good place for Chinese food, They have takeout but service and ambiance isn't really their strong suit
Restaurantji Recommends
Reasonable food portion, but service is minimal.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
Came here during new years around 12 ish. Some people there but not much. Been trying and retrying Chinese restaurants in sac and glad to have tried this one! Prices are decently priced and food is overall decently good! We tried the beef stew with bean thread ( fun see) , salt and pepper pork, peking rib, lamb stew, wet beef chow fun, yang chow fried rice, singapore noodles, and house special chow mein. Most of it were good- both the stews, singapore noodles, peking ribs- but the others lacked some flavor. Our go to always at chinese places is their wet beef chow fun and it was very mid, not enough flavor or gravy/sauce and the noodles were kinda rly clumpy and soggy. Overall food is pretty good compared to price! Portions are okay not a lot alot but not little. Also dont expect to have service at traditional chinese restaurants lol.
The food was nice and it was out of my expectations. Ordered beef chow fun and sizzling frog and pork intestine. Beef chow fun was meh, but the sizzling frog and pork intestine was definitely delicious. Will come back to try more food.
I've been going here for awhile for all sorts of celebrations. Gà Xào Chua Ngọt was one of my favorites while growing up. The original recipe is from Shanghai, and it was made with black vinegar and not tomato based. There's something about the elements in a Sweet & Sour Chicken that keeps me going back for seconds.
Staff was friendly. She greeted me at the door while setting up for lunch. Spacious and clean restaurant. Quick service, I told her I was on meal break for work, she offered lunch menu. Delicious hot meal. Great size portion for one person. There is a Large live tank with fresh options. I will be back to try some of those Large Shrimps.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Kung Pao Chicken