The reviews about the physical attributes are spot on. The 1st time I walked in I almost turned around and walked right back out. I only stayed because I was meeting other people there, who SWORE I would love the food.\nThey were right.\nThis is THE BEST authentic chinese food in the valley. If you're looking for sweet, americanized \"chinese\" food...don't go here.\nIf you're looking for absolutely fresh, flavorful, authentic chinese food...you have to try it.\n\nHot & Sour Soup - amazing...I won't even eat it at other places now\n\nDouble salted squid - Wow! Makes traditional callamari boring.\n\nGarlic Spinach - Do NOT expect American spinach. This tastes totally different, and totally mouthwatering\n\nPork Chops with Chef's Special Sauce - Zippedy doo dah :) Make sure you ask for extra sauce...you'll want to drown your rice in it, it's sooo good.\n\nActually, I don't think I've EVER had anything that wasn't absolutely fresh, hot, and delicious from this place.\n\nAs for the \"ambience\"? lol....it kind of grows on you. In the 10 years or so that I've been going there, I've dragged lots of reluctant 1st timers through the door....and have NEVER had to apologize after.\n\nI only removed a star due to the ambience/location.