Liliya China Bistro

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108 W 2nd Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012

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(213) 620-1717
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Liliya China Bistro - Los Angeles, CA
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I go there almost every week for my lunch break with my co-workers. And they all love it also.Danmm...you gotta try their lliya's Special Shrimp. ummm just thinking about it I wan...

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Editorial review from Citysearch 8/10/2012

This establishment is operated by an extremely dedicated and gifted family, who have been in the business for 30 years. They always produce the freshest, most delicious, varied and made-to-order Chinese/Korean cuisine. Everything is made from scratch, down to the sauces and salad dressing, and natural ingredients and savory soups are two of Liliya's signature features. My favorite is the Teriyaki Chicken Bowl, with less rice and more veggies, although the Orange Chicken and Vegetable Tofu Soup are also unsurpassable. more
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Best lunch joint!!! They deliver also!!! 6/13/2008

I go there almost every week for my lunch break with my co-workers. And they all love it also.Danmm...you gotta try their lliya's Special Shrimp. ummm just thinking about it I want another dish. Lunch time gets busy, make sure to go before noon or after two. Luch service is little interesting you have to order at front and they will take you to the table. Dinner is regular dine in. They also deliver!! Clean and tasty. more
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Must try Seafood Noodle Platter!!! Best Fried Rice !!!..oh you can't forget Liliya Special Shrimp. 8/7/2007

Almost all the dishes are pretty good. I come here for my lucnch break, and it's gets really pack here, so try to go before noon. I always order Lliya Special Shrimp..and IT'S DELICIOUS. One time Icame out to eat for the dinner and I order Seafood Noodle platter...this is something very new, Spicy seafood sauteed with veggie with rice noodle under. EXCELLENT dish. more
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Pricey but Perfect for non-natives! 5/10/2007

It's more authentic than your usual Chinese Fast Food, however, as a Mexican who tells people who rave about King Taco that it's more expensive than it should be, I hear the same thing about this place from my Chinese friends say the same things. But like I tell them, you're willing to pay extra to get real good Mexican Food, as I am willing to pay the extra two or three bucks to get better Chinese Food! It gets redicoulasy packed at lunch hour from all the govt offices downtown, there is no parking. Delivery service is available, just double check your order, they sometimes forget items and have to redeliver. Take the bus! :) Pros: More authentic than other regular Chinese Fast Food/Panda Express Types Cons: Pricey, no parking, limited seating during lunch hour, RSVP ONLY for 6 or more. more
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Great atmosphere delicious food and excellent service. 2/27/2007

This place is a great find. The food was amazing, I had the spicy chicken wings and savory orange chicken. Just thinking about the food makes me salavate. yum. The waiter was courteous and prompt. I really recomend Liliya to everyone who wants to have a great meal in the downtown area. more
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Superb Food and Meticulous Customer Empathy 2/4/2007

Awesome food and above average service! I would highly recommend their orange chicken. The decor is up beat! If you want quality food, and willing to spend the money for it; this place rocks! All they need now, is a parking lot. But then again, this is Downtown Los Angeles. You'll always have me as a customer! Thumbs up Liliya China Bistro! You're the bomb! Pros: Great Authentic Food Cons: They need a parking lot. more
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Not Your Home Style Chinese Restaurant. Quirky, Hip and Urban Gourmet! $$ 12/19/2006

The food is served Fast, Friendly and Flavorful. Pros: Great Services. Lots of Choice. Good mix of Fresh Fusion and Classic Chinese. more
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classic Chinese cuisine at its best 12/19/2006

I'm getting to the age where people my own age, 30-ish, are starting to do great things, leaving their personal mark on the world. The owner of Liliya is a super-cool young woman who's had years and years of restaurant experience - and has created a place unlike any other in LA. Infused with an artistic sensibility, the space itself makes for a great dining experience, with sleek furniture, custom wall-art, everything selectively hand-picked, etc. The service is friendly and attentive without being over the top, and the food totally hits the spot. Classic Chinese cuisine at its best. Don't let the modern interior fool you, this place was created and is operated with a lot of heart and soul! more
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Great Food! Awesome People! Nice Interior! 12/13/2006

If you are looking for a new restaurant with mouth melting food, unique & cozy ambience, and reasonable price? Liliya is the place to go. The chef covers from traditional to newly invented fusion style Chinese food and I never went wrong with anything I ordered so far. Try sesame chicken, once you start putting them into your mouth, you can?t stop!! The brilliant paintings of fancy carps on the walls which are actually done by the owners are also very enjoyable. Go today! You?ll love it! more
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Great Ambience & Food 11/29/2006

Great cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, awesome food! more
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Just got back from dinner there and my mouth is watering again thinking about the food I had! 11/24/2006

What a find! Second time I went there. First time I had fried calamari followed by sweet and sour chicken.... the calamari was terrific but the sweet and sour chicken tastes more like candy chicken... too much sweet, not enough sour. I really wanted to try more dishes but I was pretty full so I made it a point to bring some friends next time. Pros: Variety, service, prices more
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Best Wings in LA. 11/22/2006

First off these wings are melt in your mouth good. The Flavor of the Korean bbq is also amazing!!! Pros: Food,Wings,Atmosphere,Rice Wine more
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A hidden gem in downtown LA 11/22/2006

My friends and I checked out this cafe-restaurant a week after it opened... the ambience being really stylish worried me that the food's not gonna live up to it (cause that's how most LA restaurants are =), but this place is serious when it comes to food. Good mix of authentic chinese and fusion dishes on the menu. We had traditional stuff like fried calamari, wings, fried rice etc, and everything was delicious! Great staff & service too. I'm praying for them to keep up the effort. Right now this place is a gem because I don't know anything like that place in that area of town. It'll probably become real popular soon because that neighborhood is blooming. more
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We Loved it!!! 11/22/2006

My fiancee and I went there on Saturday night. Pros: Ambience, Food, Service more
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Great Food and best chicken wings 11/20/2006

We walked in on Sat evening not knowing this place was just opened. It looked so clean and nice we thought the food will be farly expensive but it was reasonable. Most of all, everything was so fresh, eggrolls were supreme and gosh! their orange chicken was so good(not too sweet like most of other chinese place) more
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