MARATHON CAFE

We wanted to come here for a while because of the many positive reviews online. The experience was fine overall, but it didn’t quite live up to the hype. The Hong Kong–style Coffee was decent and probably the highlight of the meal. We ordered Katsudon (pork cutlet with curry sauce) and Pepper Chop (black pepper pork). The main issue was that both dishes felt very similar. The fried pork cutlet seemed to be the same base for different menu items, with the main difference being the sauce on top. Once you’ve tried one, the others don’t feel very different. The cutlet itself was okay but not especially tender, and the sauces didn’t add enough character to clearly distinguish the dishes. The sides were basic and straightforward. The interior has a very old-school Hong Kong café feel, which m

So glad to have been recommended Marathon Cafe! I’m a huge fan of HK style cha chaan tang. This spot isn’t too far from me, which makes it even better! Not to mention, service is super friendly and food is simple, yet delish, exactly why I love HK-style grub! Their HK milk tea, sandwiches, cheung fun and fish balls, plus soupy entrees are all amazing. Gotta mention how LOADED their sandwiches are and how unique some items are on their menu - like the bolo bau burger, which I havent tried but will some day!

No Tipping Here! . Walk in, get seated, pick your language (English or Chinese menu). Order at the counter, grab your own utensils — they’ll bring the food. . This might be the best HK-style cafe I’ve tried. . What we ordered: Thick Egg & Spam Sandwich ($6.50) — Fluffy, buttery egg. Spam’s spam. Bread was the only letdown: dry. If they used milk brea, it would’ve been perfect! . Fish Ball & Radish Rice Rolls ($9.95) — Drenched in sauce, 4 bouncy fish balls, 2 chunky radish slices. Solid, but wish the rolls came piping hot. . Beef Macaroni with Onsen Egg ($13.95) — Rich, thick, not-too-sweet tomato broth. Corkscrew pasta soaks it up perfectly. Fatty hotpot beef, grilled and placed ln top with a runny egg. Chef’s kiss. . HK French Toast ($9.95) — Same bread as the sandwich, but toasted = no

AMAZING! Pretty legit HK cafe! Flavors and all are spot on, very rare these days. The beef noodle soup is insane, very strong tomato flavor. Prices are a bit expensive for this cuisine but, inflation I guess. Def worth tho. The restaurant itself is always very cozy HK style. Not the cleanest but it’s got the vibes. Can’t go wrong here for CHA CHAAN TENG foods. Yum!

Foods are great 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻, exactly the Hong Kong style taste. The dish portion is huge too. Staffs are very friendly.