Don’t let it’s location in an Asian strip mall and its cheesy name fool you. This is some of the best Chinese food in the entire Bay Area. In fact, I had my wedding banquet here. Everything is good and the dim sum service is extremely popular. Like at Fook Yuen, you’ll have to come early or late to avoid a long wait. There is now a new branch in San Mateo as well.

Cuisine:	Chinese / Dim Sum
Price:	Dim sum is $2-5. Dishes like chow mein are around $10.
Dress:	Casual. The faded 501s and shorts are OK.
Noise:	All dim sum houses are loud and that’s the way it should be.
Reservations:	None taken for dim sum, unless you know the staff or are in a large party. Taken and recommended for dinner.
Payment:	Cash and credit cards.
Parking:	There is a free lot connected to the restaurant but beware of the crazy Asian drivers.
Date place?	No, given the potential for a very long wait. Plus, it’s more fun to go in a large group.
Homepage:	www.222.to/joyluckplace