Woon – Chinese
Steaming bowls of chewy noodles and fragrant, wok-fired rice take center stage at this minimalist haven, where the soul of homestyle Chinese cooking is reimagined with a modern, vibrant energy. The air hums with the savory aroma of slow-braised pork belly and the crisp sizzle of scallion pancake beef rolls, inviting guests to linger over comforting plates that feel like a warm, nostalgic embrace. It is a soulful neighborhood anchor where every dish, from the silken chicken congee to the smoky char of the fried rice, celebrates the simple joy of a perfectly crafted family recipe.
1392 East Washington Boulevard, Pasadena CA 91104 https://woonkitchen.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, paleo, low-sodium, heart-healthy, low-fat, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, gerd, alkaline, volumetrics, tlc, aip, renal, macrobiotic, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the dependable service and straightforward menu, noting that the experience offers a consistent and adequate dining option for those seeking a casual meal. While the atmosphere provides a functional setting, reviewers highlight the
Menu
Main Courses
- Beef Noodles - $12: Wok charred Woon homestyle chewy noodles, marinated flank steak, bok choy, shiitake mushrooms, stir fried Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Noodles - $11: Wok charred, Woon homestyle chewy noodles, bok choy, shiitake & oyster mushrooms, stir fried. Sauce contains mushrooms Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Rice - $12: Wok charred white and black rice, Chinese sausage (lap cheung), Chinese broccoli (gai lan) stems, eggs, stir fried Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Fried Rice - $11: Wok charred white and black rice, Chinese broccoli (gai lan) stems, shiitake mushrooms, oyster mushrooms, bok choy, eggs, stir fried Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly Over Rice - $12: Braised pork belly from Beeler's, mustard greens, house-pickled carrots & cucumbers, and fried shallots served over white rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Tofu Over Rice - $12: Baked tofu braised in the same style as our pork belly bao, mustard greens, house-pickled carrots & cucumbers, and fried shallots served over white rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scallion Pancake Beef Roll - $12: Marinated Flank steak, Persian cucumber, napa cabbage, Dashi egg, Hoisin mayo, cilantro, mint, and scallions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Three Cup Chicken Over Rice - $12: Chicken thigh, Shimeji Mushrooms, turmeric pickled daikon, Thai basil, scallion, sesame, Meyer lemon Togarashi served over steamed white rice Available at: dinner, lunch
Brunch Mains
- Bacon N' Eggs Fried Rice - $12: House smoked pork belly, Napa cabbage, scrambled egg, chili oil fried egg, Chinese chives Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Chicken Congee - $12: Braised chicken thigh, tea marinated egg, ginger lemon scallion sauce, pickled daikon Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Veggie Congee - $12: Smoked eggplant, tea marinated egg, ginger lemon scallion sauce, pickled daikon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Milk Tea French Toast - $12: House milk bread, black tea custard, black tea maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cold Sesame Noodles - $12: Woon homestyle chewy noodles, marinated tofu, pickled cucumber, Woon Sea Moss Seasoning Togarashi, herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Pork Chop Sandwich - $12: Fried pork chop, Chinese chive omelette, soy onion jam, Chinese hot mustard kewpie, pickles, served on a Bolo Bao Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
Sides
- Pork Belly Bao - $12: Braised pork belly from Beeler's, mustard greens, house-pickled carrots & cucumbers, served in a steamed Chinese bao bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Tofu Bao - $11: Baked tofu braised in the same style as our pork belly bao, mustard greens, house-pickled carrots & cucumbers served in a steamed Chinese bao bun Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mama Fong's Five Spice Chicken Wings - $12: Mary's organic crispy fried chicken wings (7 pcs) seasoned with a five spice and garlic marinade Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Mouthwatering Tofu - $12: Tofu topped with chili crisp, dark vinegar, soy, ginger scallions and fried shallots Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scallion Pancakes - $12: Crispy, chewy and savory with chopped scallions, oil and dough. Served with a side of soy ginger sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gai Lan - $12: Steamed Chinese Broccoli tossed in a garlic oil and topped with Woon Wok Legend’s Seasoning Salt Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed White Rice - $12: Steamed Jasmine rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggs N' Toast - $12: Chinese chive soft scramble, house milk bread, side of butter + house jam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Salads
- Chilled Cucumber & Tofu Salad - $12: Diced cucumber, baked tofu, cilantro, tossed with slightly spicy marinade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wood Ear Mushroom & Bean Curd Stick Salad - $12: Marinated wood ear mushrooms, rehydrated bean curd stick, green onions, stir fried and chilled Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chinese Pickled Cabbage - $12: Lacto-fermented Napa Cabbage, carrots, Fresno chilis, turmeric, chili oil, sesame oil, and sesame seeds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gem Salad - $12: Sesame dressing, Persian cucumbers, watermelon radish, cilantro, mint, and crispy shallots Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fruit Plate - $12: Seasonal Farmers Market fruits Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Desserts
- Ice Cream Bao - $12: Deep fried bao bun served with a scoop of 626 Hospitality ice cream and toppings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Ice Cream Scoop - $12: A scoop of 626 Hospitality ice cream and toppings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Five Spice Chocolate Chip Cookie - $12: 5 Spice Chocolate Chip Cookie, Baked Fresh Daily! Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Woon Milk Tea - $12: Bamboo Temple Black Tea, Minor Figures oat milk and sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Matcha Latte - $12: Cold matcha latte made with Minor Figures oat milk and honey
- YeunYeung Hong Kong Coffee - $12: Half coffee, half black tea, condensed milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Thai Basil Cream Top Cold Brew - $12: Thai basil sweetened cold brew topped with Thai basil sweet cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Woonie Rice Lager - $12: Woon's Taiwanese Rice Lager by Ugly Half Beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Yuzu Highball - $12: Yuzu infused sake, hibiscus infused Shochu, soda water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Woon
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific hours of operation for Woon.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Woon is a budget-friendly ($) Chinese restaurant rated 3.0/5, offering a straightforward menu with dependable service and homestyle dishes.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Woon offers a minimalist, casual atmosphere with a modern energy, serving as a functional neighborhood anchor for homestyle Chinese dining.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Woon is a minimalist neighborhood anchor specializing in soulful, homestyle Chinese cooking featuring chewy noodles, wok-fired rice, and nostalgic comfort dishes.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a casual meal of chewy beef noodles and scallion pancake beef rolls in a minimalist setting with dependable service.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include beef noodles, veggie noodles, fried rice, pork belly over rice, and scallion pancake beef rolls.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Approximately 40% of the menu accommodates these diets, featuring Gai Lan for all four and fruit plates for vegan and gluten-free.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Reviewers appreciate the dependable service, straightforward menu, and consistent dining experience provided at this functional and casual Chinese restaurant.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include beef noodles, scallion pancake beef rolls, pork belly over rice, and bacon n' eggs fried rice.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- With a 3.0/5 rating and functional atmosphere, this budget-friendly spot is better suited for casual meals than special occasions.
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