Local Ethnic Food

This post comes after seeking the recommendation of a friend, Derek, on finding the best ethnic restaurants in the area. Not only is Derek an avid Food Network watcher, he also happens to eat our regularly, and he has been testing local eateries for nearly six years now. This is what Derek has to say:

These are my opinions, but I am an expert, so you can consider them fact. Just joking. Here are some of my favorites:
Chinese-
Four Seasons Hot Pot and Dumpling House on University Ave.
-Best authentic mainland Chinese food you can get around here, bar none.
South American-
Se Llama Peru at 368 W Center Street in Provo.
-Anyone who wants to bring back their South American mission memories should go here, diarrhea included.
Mexican-
Maria Bonita at 171 W 800 N. in Orem.
-Best variety, service, and food of any Mexican place in the valley. Miles beyond that Las Tarascas place that always wins awards.
Korean-
Sam Hawk at 660 N Freedom Blvd in Provo.
-Go in there on Friday night and you'll believe me when I say Koreans freakin' love this place, and that is always a good sign.
Japanese/Sushi-
Bangkok Tokyo at 3368 N University Ave just north of Magelby's Fresh in Provo.
-Nobody knows about this place, but they have killer sushi and all the Japanese favorites
Indian
Bombay House at 463 N University Ave in Provo.
-There is no other place better than this around here. Hands down the best place to eat in the valley.
Greek
Ultimate Broiler and Grill on State Street and 300 N in Orem.
-You wouldn't even know it was Greek food if you drove by, but these guys have the best food ever. The owner is a master pastry chef too and makes fresh French pastries every day.
Polynesian-not that anyone would like that food ;) (editor's note—Derek is Polynesian)
Matiki's Island Barbecue directly north of Ultimate Broiler and Grill in Orem.
-There's a reason both BYU and Utah's football coaches eat there regularly. Where else do you think they find those huge Polynesian linemen? Good island food.

I look forward to trying some of Derek's suggestions. I will let you know how it goes.