Los Angeles dining thrives at the exact point where neighborhood borders blur. When a restaurant embraces the techniques of multiple cultures, it creates plates that tell a distinctly local story. Hop Woo (“Happy Together”) is a family-run establishment in Chinatown, doing exactly that.
Since the 1990s, the cooks here have served a cross-cultural menu that completely defies standard genre definitions.
The intersection of two culinary worlds
This eatery acts as a living record of SoCal’s shifting demographics. The chefs prepare authentic Cantonese dishes integrated seamlessly with Mexican influences. Instead of chasing modern fusion trends, the offerings remain grounded in the original recipes developed during the business’s early days.
Founded in 1993 by Judy and her husband Lupe Liang, the restaurant became the perfect stage for Lupe, a renowned iron chef, to showcase his culinary skills, always with his trusty wok, the centerpiece of his performance.
Together, they built what is now an iconic eatery, driven by the dream of leaving a lasting mark on L.A.’s food scene. Though Lupe passed away suddenly four years ago, Judy continues his legacy, serving his original, authentic recipes.
The menu is available in Chinese, English, and Spanish, with plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. Stick to the Chinese-American favorites, specially Peking duck Chinese style.
📍 Location: 845 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90012