Imperial Palace

We went at around 5:30 after a drive from Irvine. We were the only in person patrons but they had calls and catering orders. IT IS CASH ONLY SO REMEMBER THAT. the staff reminded us before we were sat, so thank you for the reminder. We didn't have lunch so we were starving and I wanted the crispy chicken wings I saw on Instagram so I forced my vegetarian partner to drive me there. Just kidding he's not vegetarian (but thanks for listening to my wants and cravings for fried chicken). We got the salt and pepper chicken wings and the house chow fun. The chow fun had chicken, beef pork and shrimp, all cooked perfectly and fragrant. Not too salty. A good solid chow fun. The chicken. The object of my desires. CRISPY, CRUNCHY, and MOIST. what a great chicken. Pepper is the spicy kind of pepper and not black pepper, and it is quite salty. But the rice and the chow fun made it even. One plate of chicken for 4-6 people is a great amount I think. We were just two people and even though my 6ft partner eats for two, we had quite some left over, which we brought home. While we were waiting, they served us fried wonton skin chips (MY LOVE) with sweet and sour sauce which was super nice of them. Clean and reasonably priced, will go again with more people. Or just the two of us and we'll train to be able to eat for 3-4 people each. Thank youuuuu

Our travel group had a pre tour meeting followed by a lunch of lo mein, salt and pepper chicken, fried rice and fish fingering with tea, water and soft drinks. All dishes were delicious and plentiful for a group of 30+. The service was attentive. Food was served family style with catering type aluminum pans. The ambiance is simple Chinese food at a reasonable price. Good for groups.

Food was delicious. Hot and fresh. Service was quick and friendly. Refills on drinks was fast.Ambiance is dated but plenty of seating

So I heard they had the best salt and pepper wings and I'm a royal stan so I had to come and see if the rumors were true. I did a salt and pepper wings and salt and pepper shrimp of to see who reigns supreme. The customer service was good and the food didn't take long being that there was only three other people their when we pulled up. Here's where I knew there might be a new champ in town the wings came with a side of steamed rice. Royal y'all forgot your humble beginnings and thought you were better then the free rice. The wings were just as big lighter in color but the flavor was phenomenal and I will say this round was won by the imperial palace now the shrimp they got smoked their batter is like a corn dog type batter that I'm not with but they have definitely won me over and I'll speak their name with praise

One of our favorite Chinese spots in San Diego ( National city) this family own spot is always very welcoming I can't imagine a trip without making a stop. The wings are my absolute favorite crunchy and tasty the chow mein is prepared to perfection. It's a small but can accommodate groups. They serve party platters if anyone is looking for a gathering.

We saw this in IG and decided to try it out , the place was very clean the young girl that help us was very nice and friendly over all the vibe was great now to the food we order the house fried rice and the salt and pepper wings the food was so delicious we are definitely going back we even took left overs and the next day food tasted delicious too ,highly recommend Imperial Palace

This was our first time dining in, usually order to go or pick up. Prices are great for the quality and quantity that they serve. The chicken is by far the crispiest, flavorful, seasoned and it's just delicious! I know, I know in comparison to the other Chinese restaurants RM in the area you're gonna say RM is better. But not in my opinion, this place is a sleeper and not everyone gives this place credit. You have to come in, to experience it for yourself. The honey walnut shrimp was soooo good too! The shrimps were huge and the sauce and walnuts were so tasty. The batter they use always hits, it's so crispy! The bbq pork in my opinion was too oily and lacked a little flavor. But that's ok, that won't stop me from coming back, there's plenty of stuff I wanna try on the menu. We've also had their tofu and eggplant, that was also really good. I love the traditional Chinese plates and the zodiac place mats, that brought me back to my childhood. The service here is outstanding, everyone is so nice, and they don't breathe down your throat like other Chinese restaurants in the area. Last time I ate at RM I felt suffocated and intimidated. I couldn't eat in peace. Everyone here is so sweet, they even brought us sesame balls because it was Father's Day and those were so decadent! This is by far one of my favorite chinese restaurants. Plenty of seating, clean and open with plenty of natural lighting. Try them out and don't forget to order your salt and pepper chicken! I promise it's a game changer.

Cindy is very nice, and she always has a big smile at this hole-in-the-wall restaurant, I had the Egg Fried Rice, with onions, peas, carrots, and scrambled eggs of course. Under $15. Cash Only, please! You also can get to choose from ten entrees plus you'll also receive an egg roll and your choice of soup; the Hot and Sour Soup was on fire hot so watch out.Under 10 dollars Where else, in all of San Diego County can you find value like this, and so darn sooo tasty too? Easy on the wallet accompanied by terrific parking.

I called in order really wanted to try salt and pepper wings they are delicious flavorful, crunchy and first thing to finish! Ordered the family meal and extra order of wings. Everyone enjoyed it highly recommend. They did let me know on phone cash only and signs say cash only so come with cash and order wings. They called me back when food was ready since I took longer as I stopped at market down the parking lot. Place is clean

We ordered the salted pepper, chicken wings house fried rice house lo mein shrimp with lobster sauce. Everything was amazing.