Mountain House Rowland Heights 川山甲

This place is pretty special. We came back today for another visit and were blown away by the atmosphere, service and most of all, amazing food. We love the authentic Sichuan cuisine and flavors and this place delivers. The fried baby eel was crispy and lite and the lotus root was fresh and tasty. We also tried their friend rice and chicken as well as the dumplings in chili oil. Everything was on point and spicy, just like we love it. The attention to detail and lovely interior add that extra touch. We’ll be coming back.

This well-appointed restaurant hides a touch of theater behind its Chinese-style interiors—lush greenery, lanterns, a small pond, and wooden booths that recall a courtyard far from the city. Even the staff lean into the theme, dressed in traditional attire that adds to the sense of stepping back to China. The presentation follows suit: dishes arrive in clever, often playful vessels, from miniature clothes racks to tiny shovels. The menu leans confidently into Sichuan flavors. We ordered several classics—swing pork belly, la-zi chicken, and peppercorn beef—all vibrant, fiery, and deeply seasoned. Each dish carried the kind of layered heat that defines the cuisine without overwhelming it. Service lagged a little that evening, though it was understandable given the Mid-Autumn Festival crowd. Still, the experience felt immersive and spirited—a feast as much for the senses as for the palate.

i usually have low expectations for authentic chinese food in america because i’m have high standards but i was pleasantly surprised here. everything tasted as good as it gets and felt like i was truly back in china which was amazing. the atmosphere was great and service was also good. they even sang happy birthday for my friend and gave us free dessert and a free chopstick gift which was beautiful. i highly recommend the steamed fish which was only $35 which is very reasonably priced! i will definitely be back.

We came through to this place from a friend’s recommendation. It had been a long time coming and it was an enjoyable experience. We really dug the decor inside as it really did feel like we were transported to a different place, very unique and well decorated. The staff were great and most of them were wearing some sort of attire that fit in with the decor. The hanging pork belly dish was an interesting way to eat. It was tasty, but very messy. I saw another table with the noodles on the way in and ordered the same, but it was mediocre noodles, nothing special. The lamb spine was fantastic and really hit the spot with the spices. It could have been more spicy, in fact. And then the dessert dish was perfect to clean our palates after the oil from the lamb dish. Superb meal.

Had a wonderful dining experience at Mountain House! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was peaceful and cozy, and the service was top-notch. Special thanks to Tom for his warm hospitality and great recommendations — he truly made our evening extra special. Highly recommend this place!

Really great authentic Chinese cuisine and great atmosphere. Everyone was super friendly and the prices are decent. Our waiter Mr. Ding was so nice and helped us to pick some vegetarian options from the menu. We got some Szechuan Style Fried Noodles and Ma-Po tofu, added okra salad on the side. Everything was amazing and the tofu portion was so big we couldn’t even finish but packed it for later. Of course there was still room for dessert and we got Jelly with Coconut Sago. Super refreshing in this heat. Also you get amazing tea as complementary. Will come back again and definitely recommend!!

Gorgeous and cozy atmosphere! Truly takes you to a whole new world. Very elevated feeling of dining but still casual. Service is fantastic and quick. You order through the QR code on the table using your phone. Everything came out delicious. Highly recommend the beef fried rice and hanging pork belly. Trust me the dipping sauce is the game changer. Tip: beautiful table in center that is more private and feels so elegant. Orchid in middle. Looks like surrounded by a moat. Very picturesque.

The food was amazing! The food was extremely authentic and so flavorful. The service was also spectacular, May was especially amazing! The ambience is quite excellent for dates! She was attentive and made sure to take care of all our needs. Highly recommend!