I've been coming to Sohao for years, and it never disappoints! The service is always great, and the…read morefood is so yummy. It can get pretty busy on the weekends, so expect a wait at peak times. I love the Vegetable Dumplings, Hot Dry Noodles, General Tao's Tofu, Salt & Pepper Eggplant, and Sichuan String Beans. The menu is pretty large with plenty of options for vegetarians.

We visited So Hao Café for the first time and came away with a bit of a mixed experience -- but…read moreoverall, a positive one that definitely has us planning to return. We started with the wonton soup, which was visually beautiful. The broth had a rich, inviting color and the wontons themselves were excellent -- thin, delicate wrappers with a very flavorful filling. Unfortunately, the broth itself was a bit underwhelming and lacked depth. A touch of hot mustard helped bring it to life, but it needed more natural flavor on its own. The standout dish of the meal was the Mu Shu Pork. Absolutely fantastic. The portion was generous and the flavor reminded us of classic Mu Shu from WoHop in NYC's Chinatown -- high praise. The pancakes were incredibly thin, almost paper-like and nearly translucent, yet soft and perfect for wrapping. This dish alone makes us want to come back. The Bang Bang noodles were another dish that looked beautiful when served, but the flavor didn't quite match the presentation. The sauce seemed watered down and there was quite a bit of liquid in the bowl, which muted the overall taste. It felt very close to being great, just not fully there yet. Overall, this was a mixed but promising first visit. There's clearly real skill in the kitchen, and when the flavors hit, they hit well. We will definitely be back and look forward to trying more dishes -- and we'll happily update this review after our next visit.

The food was just OK and the service timely for a takeout Chinese restaurant. The restaurant was…read moreclean and had a hew tables setup to eat or relax while awaiting the order. The chicken and broccoli dinner was forgettable and the portions smaller than other Chinese restaurants with the price point boy the same as the competition. The General Tsao was just as bland and would not require a text home. Overall not horrible but definitely lackluster.

First Wok is a great option for New York style Chinese takeout food if you are in the Gainesville,…read moreFlorida area and craving that particular cuisine. Both the setup and the service are what you would expect from a Chinese takeout place. The menu is dominated by what you would expect from a New York style Chinese takeout place. I do not mean any of this in a negative way. In fact, I would say that it is comforting to see what you expect to see and be able to have an expectation of what you are getting and as far as New York style Chinese takeout food, First Wok offers a very good version of it. First Wok is a solid option for New York style Chinese takeout food and I would definitely recommend First Wok if you find yourself in Gainesville, Florida and craving Chinese takeout.

I love Yummy House! It's a non negotiable anytime I'm in town. The staff is always so kind and…read morepatient. They have a bar and a bakery inside as well which is convenient. Our go-to order is the wonton soup, house fried rice and lo mein. The sesame chicken is a personal favorite. They have dim sum and their bistro fried rice for lunch is amazing. 10/10 recommend.

There is no way I would ever return to this overpriced flavorless food restaurant. The only thing…read morethey have going for them is tasty bakery goods. The description on Yelp does not match the food and is an insult to Chinese food. I also ordered Hong Noodle, but was already so disappointed, I didn't even take a photo. Another tastless dish.

This is a great Chinese restaurant. My friends and I go here every week after band practice. The…read morestaff is super friendly and they always bring the food to our table. Exceptional service.

I used to live in this area, but moved away. I forgot how good the food is here, and the busy…read moreFriday night does not lie. A mother and daughter are waited on by a sincere, but fast-paced, quick-talking attendant. She is answering the phones, taking orders, and ensuring all the pick-ups get to the right person. The sizzles and scrapes coming from the open kitchen clue you in to their know-how and speed. A man in brand new Gator tennis shoes walks in, and the tattoo on his arm hangs as he looks up to the pictures of the food above the counter. Mandarin tidbits and discussion bounce off the walls, in the back, more clinks and scrapes and smells emanate from this Asian hotspot! A lady in a cowboy hat, red hair and a tie-dye walks in and orders her food, and the attendant can be heard saying "Hey baby, how you been?!", phone rings, sizzle, door opens...Friday night at China Wok is lit!! I got the sesame chicken and a few egg rolls...I know already how good it will taste, and how much food I will get! Worth the drive to Tower rd... call ahead, or order in house and observe the happy people!!

The food is always delicious and the staff is always courteous & goes out of their way to make…read morethings as requested. They did a great job making the place a nice place to dine & like their lighting. Keep up the good work! We will be back soon!!

I got the Kasai Roll and the Lobster Roll, and my gf got the Sex on the Moon Roll and i'm not sure…read morethe other one lol. Adam, the owner, is a local and his restaurant is remarkable. The food was just perfect. The presentation was stunning, the service was 10/10 (per usual) and we had a great time. HIGHLY recommend the above mentioned rolls. not pictured is the miso soup i downed (BIG BACK I KNOW), and the steamed dumplings. We had a great time!! Check it out!

The food was delicious, the service was exceptionally fast, and the atmosphere was nice. They might…read morewant to take a look at their TVs once in a while though.

We recently visited and were honestly really impressed. First off, a little over $1 for a soda…read morethese days is almost unheard of, so we were excited about the prices right away. My husband and I shared the dumplings and both loved them. The texture was perfect and the flavor was really good. The portions overall felt like a great size and everything tasted freshly made. I ordered the pork fried rice and really enjoyed dipping it into the house made dumpling sauce, which honestly made the meal even better. Our waitress was very pleasant, and made sure we had what we needed. The vibe inside was very quiet, cozy, and romantic, making it a really nice spot for a relaxed date night. The restaurant was also extremely clean, which we always appreciate, and there was plenty of easy parking. We'll definitely be back once they add the ramen noodles to the menu!

Craving Chinese food and found this place that is definitely off the beaten path…read more The restaurant is located in the upper parking area so don't make the same mistake I did and park at the bottom but if you do there are stairs to climb. Plenty of seating available as well as an extensive menu. What we ordered - Crispy Orange Chicken which had great orange flavor thru out and was not greasy. - Mongolian Beef - Beef was tender, full is flavor and was not spicy at all (ordered it not spicy) - Sweet & Sour Fish Fillets rarely have I seen this dish here in the east coast and even I saw this item I immediately knew this is what I was ordering. Fish was nice and flaky and covered in Sweet & Sour sauce. All the portions were of good size and take home boxes was for sure. Service was great, the staff was friendly! Definitely a return visit(s) are in the future!

Been going here for years. The food here is as good as anything I've had in NYC Chinatown . The…read moreservice is friendly and the atmosphere is really authentic as well

The food is the best in Gainesville, though not on the level of Yummy House ( although they've been…read morepretty inconsistent lately.) People are so friendly, they have the real deal instead of mushy all-cabbage egg rolls and have old style hot mustard. We go out of our way to get the food there.

Tasty, quick, and polite! I love their hot and sour soup, best I've had. Their spicy dishes…read moreactually have a bit of spice unlike other places I've been.

Too Sad to find the restaurant is Permanently Closed…read moreHave lot great memories at the Garlic & Ginger.

The best restaurant in town u can come to enjoy with your family . Good...... u will like the best…read moreservice................