Wonderful, family-run restaurant that is impeccably clean, with modern & upscale decor.
The service is attentive & friendly -- the sweet owner Diane learns your name and your specific tastes after just a couple of visits.
The food is almost absurdly reasonably priced (you wonder how they make a profit), yummy and expertly prepared, amazingly so for a family-owned place. You'd think the cook should be in L.A. or New York.
To be honest I can't comment on anything other than the chicken chow mein -- I've ordered it for years (even back at their former location over in the northwest valley, in Deer Valley), and desire it prepared in a certain way. It is heavenly: I'd pay $50 for it. I usually take home an additional order or two.
In reality, the menu is sort of optional -- they'll accommodate your selection in pretty much any way you want, no matter how unusual.
Do yourself a favor: no matter where you are in the valley, give Simi's Cafe a try. You're welcome, in advance.