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Sue’s Kitchen: Affordable Authentic Chinese Soups and Noodles in Torrance

Sue’s Kitchen, located in Torrance, CA, offers authentic Chinese cuisine at affordable prices. The cozy spot may not be luxurious, but it's known for its delicious Asian dishes like beef noodle soup and green onion pancakes. With a chef who speaks limited English, a touch of Mandarin could enhance your ordering experience. Customers rave about the unaltered prices and genuine atmosphere, making it a hidden gem for those seeking traditional flavors. Sue’s Kitchen may lack frills, but its quality food and friendly staff make it a go-to spot for a quick, budget-friendly bite.

Sue’s Kitchen at a glance

  • Address 23918 Crenshaw Blvd Torrance, CA 90505
  • Phone (310) 539-1992
  • Restaurant type Chinese restaurant .
  • Popular for Popular for lunch , Popular for dinner , Good for solo dining .

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Sue’s Kitchen: Reviews & Ratings

sydney wen
4

Love the beef noodle soup and the dumplings are great too. Nothing fancy here just honest good ol home cooking.

Kevin Huang
5

I've known this place for a few years now. The food has always been pretty good and really affordable, although a little on the saltier side. It's really hard to find a place that has noodle soup at $6.60 price point. The portion is big, beef is very tender. I have to tell them to make it less salty beforehand for it to come out just right.

Alexander Dunn
4

Fried fish plate. I've been coming here since I was in high school. I took a two year hiatus because there was a really rude waiter there, but I decided on a whim to visit today. It's as good as it always is. Other favorites Dan Dan noodles, beef noodle soup, all their side dishes, chili oil wontons. Make a visit!

J.
5

Got the beef noodle soup and the beef roll. Both tasted pretty legit and authentic. The soup was a little spicy for us but for most people it should be fine. We were very pleased to find that the meat was quite lean The beef roll dough is a bit special, they use scallion pancake dough which adds a little extra flavour. Total came to $19, which is an absolute steal for the pretty good portions and great flavour. Will be coming back for more.

Nhan Le
5

Very good beefy noodle soup. And the cold side dishes is a must try. Best in Torrance CA for sure

Morgan Huang
5

Sue’s Kitchen is a family favorite! The atmosphere is 5/5, food is a 10/5 if I could give it that rating, the people 5/5. Everyone is so sweet, and I hope this business continues to stay. All the small appetizers never disappoints, beef noodle soup is amazing, stir fry is so flavorful. Hands down, best Chinese restaurant I have ever been to!

Chris
5

Hands down the most authentic, the best beef noodle house in all of Torrance and within 5 miles radius. The price they charge has been and still is amazing in today's economy in 2024 and I come here everyday for their beef noodle soup. Other places would easily charge the same beef noodle soup for 18 dollars a bowl. Like the other reviews said, the restuarant is pretty bare bone and has no decoration, holes to the walls but in my opinion is a plus unironically. Because I'm here to eat good noodles and not here to pay for them to put up fancy decorations. I recommend ordering beef noodle soup with wide noodles instead of regular thin noodles, wide noodles just taste better for me and feels better to chew on. I also recommend their Szechwan Style Cold Noodles. Sweet, a bit sour and packs lots of heat.You can't really find this dish anywhere else closeby.

sbbcampervan
5

Food/Taste/Flavor: 5/5 - ordered a Chinese Style Beef Burrito (#27), Chinese Cold Dish 3 Items Meat (#38), and a Clear Broth Braised Tendon Noodle Soup (#2). The beef burrito was crispy on the edges and filled to the brim with beef. The cold dishes were marinated well but heavy on the cilantro for the seaweed salad. The beef tendon soup was great in flavor but slightly spicy even though we asked for a clear broth. Service: 5/5 - expect Chinese restaurant service that is quite to the point but quick Ambiance: 5/5 - small shop but the tables were clean Value for price: 5/5 - food was great, pricing is competitive, but they do round some of the pricing with tax. Their menu shrank but the main items are delicious, and we appreciate the focus on their main items instead. The quality is much better this time and we enjoyed all of the food. --------------------------------- December 5, 2022 Food/Taste/Flavor: 3/5 - unfortunately I feel like their quality has dropped over the years and the soup/sides have become very oily. This used to be our go to place for the last 2 decades but we have frequented it less since it's not always consistent (1) Hot Braised Stew Tendon became a beef and tendon soup rather than just tendon. The noodles and protein was great but the soup was mostly chili oil taste rather than a beef stew flavor. (4) Clear Broth Braised Beef Noodle Soup was good but again, didn't taste much of a beef stew. The beef was tender and soft and the noodles were starting to absorb the flavor of the soup but there was something off about the flavor that didn't feel like a "beef" soup. (66) 2 Meat & 1 Veggie Cold Dish of spicy beef stomach, shredded pork ear, and seaweed. Flavored nicely but all three dishes were really oily and become slighty quesy as we ate through our meal Ambience: 2/5 - while it is a hole in the wall place, there seems to be a lack of upkeep as it feels like the place is becoming more dingy every time we go. While it seems like they wipe the table after each customer, it felt sticky when we sat down. Service: 1/5 - he was very dismissive of us and was annoyed that we didn't know what we wanted the moment we sat down. He was sitting behind the counter watching videos on his phone and you have to walk up to the counter to get anything else Value for price: 4/5 - the price is still reasonable but the quality of the food has gone down

Location

  • Sue’s Kitchen
    Sue’s Kitchen
    23918 Crenshaw Blvd Torrance, CA 90505 Hotline: (310) 539-1992

Introducing Sue's Kitchen, a hidden gem in Torrance, CA known for its delicious yet affordable Chinese cuisine. This unclaimed soup spot may not win any awards for its decor or customer service, but what it lacks in ambiance, it more than makes up for in flavor.

Located at 23918 Crenshaw Blvd, Sue's Kitchen offers a range of traditional Chinese dishes that will leave your taste buds craving more. From the beef noodle soup to the green onion pancake, each dish is made with authentic flavors that transport you straight to the streets of China.

What sets Sue's Kitchen apart is the authenticity of its food. With a chef who barely speaks English, ordering may require some pointing and basic Mandarin skills, but the effort is well worth it. Once you take that first bite of dan dan noodles or the flavorful wonton with chili oil, you'll understand why locals keep coming back for more.

While the atmosphere may be no-frills and the space small, the staff at Sue's Kitchen is direct yet friendly, adding to the overall experience. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite to-go or dining in, this spot is perfect for those looking for quality Chinese food at a great price.

So, if you're in the mood for authentic Chinese cuisine without breaking the bank, make sure to give Sue's Kitchen a try. You won't be disappointed!

Business Information

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Service options
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Credit cards