Notes: 1) been here once…read more2) lots of parking Pros: 1) good food 2) decent service Cons: 1) ambiance was okay but could be better Rating: 3.5/5 The sizzling rice soup was delicious. The mu shu pork dish was not so congruent. It was not bad but it also was not the best meal that I've had. The service was decent where we would get served well but there was also a lack of people in the establishment. The ambiance also was just lacking overall. Overall: I think it's worth to try it but I would not rush to come here to taste it. Sizzling rice soup: 5/5, I was impressed and amazed. I definitely recommend this dish if you want a soup that is flavorful. Mu shu pork: not worth as it did not blend well together. The filling was too salty and had a lot going on, and the wrapping was out of place. Overall, not a good dish. 1/5

A regular takeout order for us. Lot of food, always fresh, well spiced, decent amount of veggies on…read moremost plates. The plates are like 15-18 bucks, but probably have 2-3 meals worth of food.

Notes: 1) only had takeout…read more2) went drive thru Pros: 1) fast service Cons: 1) some good food but majority was okay Rating: 4/5 (unable to fully rate because of drive thru) The ordering was quick and easy. They had our order done fast and on time. Service overall was good. Unable to comment on the ambiance but the drive thru option is nice and the restaurant didn't look bad from the outside. The food was majority just okay. The best dish is definitely the lo mein. The bao was okay. The twice cooked pork was okay. The beef stirfry was okay. The honey chicken was decently good. It was all relatively just an okay meal. Food ratings: Lo mein: 4.5/5, best dish there. Almost perfect with the seasoning and taste Bao buns: 3/5, pretty common tasting, nothing unique about it Beef stir fry: 3/5, pretty normal tasting, nothing unique about it Honey chicken: 4/5, was pretty good and unique Twice cooked pork: 2/5, tasted okay, not a lot of flavor overall between the meat or the veggies

Refreshing chicken dishes! Service was fast and the cups of soups are only $1 on Sundays- perfect…read morefor a starter. Portions are large- you certainly won't leave hungry (and will probably have leftovers). The chicken with vegetables needed sweet and sour sauce, but the mandarin chicken was seasoned wonderfully. Great for a chill spot with lots of options.

What an incredible little space! Between the restaurant on one side and the market on the other,…read moreit's a best of both worlds combo. The service is always great and friendly. There are sooo many options and varieties of dishes. The food is always yummy and great for dine in or takeout. It's definitely a repeat place to go!

Good Chinese Food with a Unique Bonus…read more Mr. Chen's is a solid choice if you're craving Chinese food in Tuscaloosa. I wouldn't call it exceptional, but it's consistently good, and there's a legitimate case that it may be the best Chinese restaurant in town depending on what you're looking for. The attached Chinese grocery store is what really sets it apart. It's fun to browse before or after your meal and offers a unique experience that you won't find at most local restaurants. On the food side, the Orange Chicken, General Tso's Chicken, and Mongolian Beef were all flavorful and worth ordering again. The egg roll, fried rice, crab angels, hot and sour soup, and tapioca milk tea were all enjoyable as well. My only disappointment was the hot mustard. Instead of homemade hot mustard, they only offer the standard packaged packets. It's a small detail, but homemade mustard would have been a nice touch. Overall, Mr. Chen's serves quality Chinese food in a city with relatively limited options. Between the reliable menu and the attached Asian market, it's definitely worth a visit and one of the better places in Tuscaloosa for Chinese cuisine.

Food 7.5 maybe 8/10 Service 10/10…read moreAmbiance 10/10 Music in the background was great loved the vibe.

A common story in the Tuscaloosa area. A chain comes to town, it's good while corporate runs it,…read morethen the locals take over and they screw it up like a Biden presidency. Also common, I try it, like it, then they screw it up. All though I know it's not worth going to, I will still try it again hoping that it at least resembles what it should be. Examples: see my last review and the unfortunate night last Saturday. When I arrive last Saturday, the first thing I noticed was a guy in the parking lot talking. As I went in he spoke and admitted he was just waiting on 3 hours. Sadly, this seems to be the whole attitude of this business. First of all, there is no more tea. They have a container and I guess the means of making it, but are too lazy to make it. Also, if you order a large drink, they have no lids. So, you decide on a soft drink, or as we call it in the south a coke, good luck. 3 different selections were out of order. Translation, they are too lazy to connect a new tank or lack the intelligence to do it. Then there's the meal, I ordered a large SPICY steak bowl. The cashier didn't know how to put spicy in the order. I know this is possible because it was done EVERY time before. But he said he would tell them. Did he? Probably not! It was not spicy at all. The vegetables were cold when I got it. The meat was in no way cut bite size for which they do not provide a knife. It looked like someone cut at it. I had to add a lot of soy for any of it to have any taste. This visit however was special! They actually had egg rolls! But sadly they no longer give sauce for them. The root cause here seems to be a lack of management and a lot of just just letting a bunch of kids run the business. If you are the manger and actually reading any feedback on this place, I say, "Wake up dummy! Don't let a bunch of kids run your business in the ground!"

The food is made with fresh ingredients and service was great! Lai Lai is a favorite for many of…read moremy friends and me.

Notes: 1) been here once at night…read more2) decent parking space Pros: 1) great food 2) good service 3) good ambiance Cons: 1) not a lot of servers (seems like a local place) 2) no alcohol menu Rating: 4/5 This place has really good food overall. We had a variety of meats and dishes of which most turned out really well. The soup and appetizers were good too. I think certain flavors of dishes could be more flavorful/ more optimized. The service was good for the number of workers that were present. It being a local shop. It is as expected. We still had our waters filled mostly and had our dishes served out to us in a timely manner. Food ratings Dumplings: 5/5, love the sauce and the amount Lo mein: 4/5, classic with lots of meat Schezuan chicken: 3/5, was okay. It could have been better Egg drop soup: 5/5, hearty and delicious Egg rolls: 3/5, good but not worth Roasted pork fried rice: 4.5/5, good amount of meat and rice Triple Mongolian: 5/5, very flavorful and delicious

One of my favorite restaurants in Northport! If you're not sure what you're hungry for, this is…read morethe place to be. You have two menus, Mexican or Chinese. I've had the Chinese twice, their sushi rolls, chefs kiss. I can't wait to try their Mexican cuisine. The service is great and the beer on tap is ICE COLD! I love the atmosphere, it's clean and comfortable.

I always sit at the bar, and the last time I came, service was horrible. Was at the bar for 15…read moreminutes before getting my drink, then the waitress never came back. After another 15 minutes, I put some cash on the bar and left. She wasn't busy, just spent most of her time talking to the other servers in the prep area. I like the sushi here, but losing customers over service is unacceptable, especially at the bar.

For years I've driven past China No 1 in Northport and never once stepped inside--until today…read more After eating there, I'm honestly scratching my head trying to solve the mystery of why it took me so long. I called in a takeout order, which is something I usually avoid. Let's be honest--takeout food often rides home like it's been trapped in a sauna. Fried food turns soggy, sauces disappear, and by the time you open the container it looks like it just survived a long trip through the Amazon rainforest. But since I ordered the Shrimp Szechuan Style with grilled vegetables, I decided to roll the dice. About ten minutes after picking it up, I got home and popped open that 21st-century "Tupperware" container--and the food was still steaming hot. Not warm... not "microwave revival" hot... I mean fresh off the stove hot. The first bite was magical. It had that love-at-first-sight feeling... or like that first date when you get butterflies down in the gizzard meeting someone special. The shrimp were fresh, the vegetables were cooked just right, and there was plenty of sauce--no dry "Sahara Desert" situation going on here. Everything was flavorful, fresh, and satisfying. This meal absolutely delivered. Now when you place your order, the lady on the phone might not be competing for any Southern hospitality awards--but she was efficient and clearly knew what she was doing because the meal was spot on. When I stopped inside, the restaurant was also very clean on this late Saturday afternoon, which is always a great sign. Maybe I've been hanging with the wrong crowd because nobody has ever mentioned China No 1 to me. Their loss. Turns out the best Chinese takeout in Northport has been hiding in plain sight for years... and the only mystery left is why I waited so long to try it. All these years of driving past this place... turns out the joke was on me!

On a road trip with my sister and she had a cravin' for Chinese. Found this restaurant in a…read moreshopping mall (ESSEX SQUARE Marketpkace) driving through Northport, Alabama. We went in at 1 PM on a Saturday. There was no one eating in. There were several takeout orders while we were there. The server was friendly and very efficient. Service was fast. For an appetizer, we tried the Crab Rangoons. They were delicious. Then we both got Hot and Sour Soup. It lived up to the hot part (heat wise). It was so hot that it was still warm even after we had almost finished with our entrées. My sister got the Moo Goo Gai Pan and I got General Tao's Chicken. Both lunch specials came with an eggroll and pork fried rice. The fried rice was especially good. The portions were generous and the food was good. This is a small shop with several tables inside. Definitely give it a try if you are in this area.

My favorite place for lunch when I'm on that side of town. Everything is delicious!!! There's…read morebeen nothing I've had that I didn't like!

Good food, reasonable price, friendly fast service. Like a cafeteria line, pay at the register so…read moreno reason to tip. We usually get takeout so can't comment on In store.

The only dinner place open at town center by the strip due to spring break hours. I decided to get…read morefried rice with yum yum sauce for the second time in one day (03/19/26). Their à la carte options are very reasonable in price! Got two spring rolls as well with complimentary sweet and sour sauce for a total of just under $8. The rice had a good texture, and the yum yum sauce is always a perfect addition! The spring rolls were perfectly crunchy and I would definitely recommend the sweet and sour sauce. The container it comes in is perfect for two spring rolls, or great for extra dipping with one! Will definitely be coming back! The staff were great!

Horrible food, sweet and sour chicken was burnt. They never offer vegetables in any way shape or…read moreform in the fried rice and the eggroll I think a sock would've tasted better never again will I give them another chance this is the third try thus the low review go elsewhere

Customer Service: 10/10…read more Employees here are not in your face the entire stay, you barley see them but somehow they see you and know when to come get you a refill lol. They don't fill you up on the drinks either, they want you to eat . Food Quality: 10/10 Cleanliness is next to godliness and i guess these people are gods lol. Restaurant environment: It's always clean, quiet and never crowded . All in all, this place is perfect, no flaw Ms whatsoever and ive ate here a thousand times since they opened.

Best pho in town! Packed with steak and meatballs and all the toppings (cilantro, bean sprouts,…read morejalapeños, sriracha and hoisin sauce). Choices of a small or large serving, but a solid feel-good choice every time!