Kung Pao chicken and Mei Fun were excellent. Orange chicken was not as good, a bit oily

Do you ever hear so many people tell you that you absolutely HAVE to try a restaurant because it's allegedly the BEST option in town? Kinda like when when your Aunt Suzy says you, "Just have to meet my neighbor's daughter. I know she's 47 and still lives in her parent's basement, but you'll really hit it off because she likes 'The Netflix', too..." Well, China Renaissance is that place for me. After being told that I just had to give it a shot, I finally did. Well, the first time I tried they cancelled my uber eats order after an HOUR with little explanation. Minus one star. After I waited the customary 30 days for my anger to subside, I decided to give them a fresh start and ordered again. Based off of reviews, we went with Mongolian Beef and General Tso/Tao/Tsao's Chicken. Fun Fact: General Tso was a real person, and his family doesn't like the fact that an Americanized chicken dish is named after him, but I digress... I opted to add $3 "extra beef" to the Mongolian Beef order, because, well, I'm kind of a glutton. What arrived was a very tasty beef dish that unfortunately was mostly vegetables and without any trace of the "extra beef". It was almost as if my cardiologist intercepted the order and told the chef, "No, no, no... more veggies for Dan..." Tasty? Yes. Worth the $12 I paid for it? Not a chance. Minus one star. The General Tso's chicken was decent, and they obviously use a higher quality of chicken than most places do. There's just one major issue I have with that: I like my General Tso's to be the smaller chicken cuts of questionable origin that I've grown accustomed to. If I wanted huge pieces of chicken breasts in a barbecue-like sauce I'd just do it myself on a grill. Now, I know that General Tso's Chicken is like the chili of the Chinese food world: It's different at every place. Nonetheless, minus one star. Just like Aunt Suzy's recommendation, this was a letdown. read more

China Renaissance - Chinese Near Me - North Olmsted, Ohio

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The house special lo mein was really good. A lot beef, chicken and shrimp! I highly recommend it.

Worst Asian food I've ever had absolutely don't go there. The general tso's was the size of a baseball and so doughy I couldn't eat it. There were 4 pieces of beef in the beef and noodles that were over cooked. The fried rice was not fried rice it was mushy rice with almost no vegetables the pork looked like white worms among the frozen carrots and peas they added. I wouldn't feed this to my dog. read more

China Renaissance - rice and carrots in a styrofoam container - Chinese Near Me - North Olmsted, Ohio

Ordered from Door Dash. Order arrived on time, Driver was oh so friendly! Ordered Orange Chicken and Pork Fried Rice. Simple stuff. Absolutely horrible. Chicken tough and dry, fried rice flavorless, old, dried out rice. $37.00 for food we threw out. read more

Always consistently good food at reasonable price. All of the usual options plus a few specialties. Both the Sesame Chicken and the Sesame Beef are favorites. Haven't had the Hot and Sour soup in a while but always enjoyed that. read more

We have ordered here a few times now. The food is always good and ready on time. I really like the chicken they use in their chicken fried rice. It tastes better than any other place in my opinion. The employees are always nice and the order is always correct (we have a big family so we order a lot of food). read more

Love the food always nice and hot when arrive for delivery awesome lo main and crab ragoon i recommended to all

Have been going here for years and it's our family's favorite for Chinese! We especially like their sesame chicken, shrimp fried rice, egg rolls, and cashew chicken! Have also tried many of their shrimp dishes and all have been delicious! Our order is always hot and ready when I pick it up, and the portions are generous. The employees are very nice, friendly, and our phone order is always correct. Highly recommend! read more

The service was great. We were warmly welcomed upon entrance, and quickly seated. We were then given a complimentary basket of shrimp toast... I was the only shrimp eater in my party, so they were all MINE! I ordered chicken and string beans with white rice - very, very bland.... definitely could have used some jalapeños or red pepper flakes.... the others at the table LOVED their sesame chicken and general tso's. I also ordered the coconut shrimp appetizer - another bad choice... visually I could see the coconut, but it didn't have any flavoring of coconut. I guess, if every in the area, I'll have to order better next time. Note: the outside sign only says China.... China Renaissance is only on the door. read more

We always order Chinese from here. Quality ingredients and portions! The Shrimp dishes are always A+

Great food! First time coming here and service was great. Food was still piping hot when we got home. We had the fried rice, orange chicken, and wonton soup. Most definitely will be back. read more

We have ordered from this place on Uber eats three times now and we get consistent good food that is hot and fresh. We will continue to order from them. I get the broccoli and chicken and it comes with a delicious brown sauce that is amazing. Generous portions. Meal for one always serves two and I am able to share. read more

Worst food ever. Stop there on my way home. Waited almost an hour. Missing food. Orange chicken tasted like burnt cheese. Threw half the food away Terrible food. read more

Absolutely disgusting and borderline inedible. The sweet and sour chicken didn't have a single vegetable. General Tso's was somehow both soggy and tough/chewy. It did not resemble chicken whatsoever. We had to throw it out. Fortune cookies were stale and dark brown. read more

Since the owner change, im am very impressed with the food. I definitely recommend, quality and quantity is more than adequate. The chef and owners definitely know what they are doing. read more

I drive for MILES just for the sesame chicken ... awesome. Honest owner.. I forgot my wallet and they called me and told me it was there.

Just had my first experience. Was not sure what to expect honestly but gave it a shot! I can't say it's the best Chinese I've had but it's decent. The portion size is very good but there was just nothing to make it stand out over any other. read more

Big portions and great food! We got the Crab Rangoon, general tsoas chicken, sesame chicken, and potstickers. Everything was delicious.

Ordered from here for an early dinner (around 500). We were so hungry and had no food in the house and just wanted some standard Chinese food. It was delicious. Price was reasonable and the portions were very good size. The chicken curry was tender and moist and the lo mein noodles were delicious. It's nothing new or groundbreaking but it was very well done. They said our food would be ready in 30-45 minutes and when I got there 25 minutes later my food was already done. We will definitely be back for more. read more

I used to really like this restaurant. It was my go to for Chinese food. I'm not really sure what happened but, the last few times I've eaten here has been mediocre at best. Maybe they were just having a few off nights. I'll give them another chance. read more

I've been eating at China Renaissance since I was about 9 years old. My Nana loved coming here - she always ordered the shrimp with lobster sauce and a martini -- up with a lemon twist (this place can make a cocktail, and thanks to my Nana for teaching me how to drink like a lady at such an early age). I have extremely fond childhood memories of this place, especially when our entire big, loud Italian family would come here together at Nana's request. The staff, a wonderful family who we had come to know, was always welcoming and accommodating - even if we can be a bit of an overwhelming bunch. We celebrated birthdays, anniversaries, my confirmation, my acceptance into college and many other important times in our lives here - because that is how good this place is and how much it meant to my family. Now, I've grown up, moved around and traveled the world. I can honestly say this is still the best Chinese food I've ever had - and I'm proud to say my palate has matured a bit from the time i was 9. I recently came here for dinner again with my mom, niece and nephew while visiting my home in North Olmsted for a weekend. It wasn't the same without my Nana (she passed away when I was 17) - I wish my niece and nephew could have had the experience of going there with her, and watching her fight to pay the bill with my mom (literally, these two ladies once ripped it in half after a tug of war battle, each insisting on paying). But one thing was constant - the quality of the food is still just as delicious as I remember it. It is truly unmatched - and this is coming from a traveler who has visited Chinatowns in many major cities in the world. North Olmsted is lucky to have a gem like this. Please don't miss out on this treasured family-owned restaurant. In a city that has become overrun with sub-par chain food, it would be a shame to overlook the excellent food, atmosphere and service at China Renaissance. I love this place and always will! read more

Favorite basic Chinese restaurant in the US, so far. It always seems dead but I'm not sure if that's because I tend to go out to eat kind of late. Everything here is delicious. They make the thinnest mu shoo pork wraps I've ever had. I've tried most things on the menu and haven't been disappointed by anything yet. Now if I could just find a China replacement in every city that I move to... read more

Great Chinese restaurant on the Lorain Road wasteland in North Olmsted. They've been in business for several years, and it has a (deservedly) very loyal following. Their Sesame Chicken is the standard by which I judge all others, and I have yet to come across one that I like more. The menu sticks pretty closely to American-style Chinese, but it is all well-prepared and reasonably priced. Dine-in portions seem to be a bit larger than take-out. Definitely try the Sesame Chicken (ask for it spicy if that's your thing), and the hot and sour soup is great too. Note: The big red lit sign visible from the road just says "China" read more

There is no other Chinese take out I've ever had that compares to the deliciousness of China Renaissance. I have tried several things; Mongolian beef, sweet and sour chicken, combo fried rice, empress chicken, general Tso's, beef and broccoli, sesame chicken and beef, and the list goes on. Nothing has disappointed me. Spicy dishes can be made on a spicy scale they called "star" 1-5. I always go 5 star, it's hot but not too hot to eat (buffalo wing hot) My 10 year old can handle 2 star spicy, not really hot at all. Service is, quick, friendly and my food is always hot. On occasion they will give you a 20% off coupon for your next order, LOVE IT! The portions are enough for two adults to split and feel full. You could probably feed 3 kids with 1 meal. Prices are a little steep, $13 for sesame beef but well worth every penny! Average dish is around $10, so be prepared, unless you've scored a coupon! I will give china nothing less than 5 stars. If your getting Chinese take out- it's got to be CHINA RENAISSANCE! Ohhh so good!!! read more

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I cracked up at the sign that just says, "China," but found the food to be really good. I'm a fan of the three different chicken dishes I've had and I will continue to go back. I agree with the other reviewer that their Sesame chicken is a must. Admittedly, I've yet to dine in the restaurant. All of my orders have been take away. Though I've been happy each time. read more

I was concerned with the sudden change in location and ownership. No one made Sesame Chicken like Gary Lei. It seems he has passed on this knowledge to the new owners. No longer a sit down restaurant, but if you need a "go to" Chinese food place, China Renaissance fits the bill. Fresh, flavorful and reasonably priced. Try several dishes before you try Sesame Chicken or you may never get the chance...it's that good. read more

I'm always game to trying all Chinese take-out places at least once. And once is all this place is going to get. I never personally came to the restaurant, my S.O. brought food home from the restaurant. I've never been so dissatisfied in Chinese food in my life. My boyfriend got chicken and broccoli while I had pepper steak with peppers and onions. I know that sauce is important in Chinese cooking...but do you really need 2 cups of sauce for one order? Seriously, I tipped the container over a cup and it filled more than once! As for the peppersteak...all I got was maybe 8 pieces of meat alongside two whole peppers and a whole onion. I like my veggies, don't get me wrong...but there was absolutely no balance what so ever when it came down to it. I'm still trying to find the best Chinese food restaurant around my area...and this isn't it. read more

Just when I thought I had great asian cuisine, I tried this place. Absolutely delicious food! I ordered crab rangoon, sesame beef & fried rice. I highly recommend this place for a great meal! They did not disappoint! read more

Keeping in mind this is a new restaurant. The menu is straight forward but the prices are a little on the high side ($10-$16) for your entree (rice of choice and meat/veg). Chose 2 dinners 1 egg roll and soup. Came to round $25 for the 2 of us. The wonton soup was pretty flavorless and that was the theme of the meal. The Kung Pao lacked any "pow" (I realized they didn't ask how hot I wanted it when I started eating) and my wife's egg roll was undercooked. We both agreed that it was a pretty underwhelming meal. I hope this place makes some changes because of how convenient it is for me. Between the bland food and lack of customer service both on the phone and in person it's gonna take some work. read more

I'm really new to North Olmsted, as I'm here for the summer so trying new restaurants is a given. I used UberEats yesterday as my boyfriend and I were too tired and too lazy to go out somewhere and eat or cook. We ordered the sweet and sour chicken and the fried rice. I am not lying to you when I say my boyfriend is THE pickiest eater ESPECIALLY with chinese. The chicken and the rice were absolutely delicious. We will be placing many orders here over the summer!!! Very Impressed :) read more

I have a job working out in the field so whatever my last property is, that's where I get food. This has been very interesting. The reviews were so good I thought this would be a slam dunk. Crab Rangoon: only four for the price which is ok as long as they're good. No sauce was given for these. Ok. Yeah eating them with no sauce was wildly disappointing. Really how hard is it to have a side of sweet and sour? Duck sauce is no sub. Spicy pork combo. The veggie egg roll was weird. Overwhelming taste of black pepper. This place has VERY small portions btw. The pork was barely spicy despite the fact that I chose a "3" in spice level out of 5. The pork was so over cooked and chewy I skipped it. The fried rice was very good. I wouldn't come back. It's too close to the mall where I can get something decent. read more

Best Chinese restaurant in town, hands down. Everything is made right before you order and the quality is superb. They also serve certified angus beef! Portions are large and well presented. The sesame chicken or beef are our favorites! read more

Best Chinese food in Northeast Ohio by far! Our family has been enjoying their fresh and delicious food for over 20 years. We've tried other places closer to us, but it was so worth the longer drive to have a meal prepared by Gary and his wife! Now they have moved a little closer to us,but only offer takeout and delivery (no more dining in) so we will definitely be doing that and enjoying their food at home more often! read more

This is our go to chinese takeout place. The sesame chicken is like eating sweet little chicken candies and I love the moo shoo chicken. The fried rice can be a little under seasoned, but that's kind of how I feel about all fried rice. I've never eaten inside, but the people are always very nice when I pick up the food, so I'm sure the service would be good. Fair warning, it will take the 20 minutes at least to be ready, so call ahead if you don't want to wait. read more

They have relocated. New address is 29336 Lorain Rd. They are now delivery and carry out only. No more dine in.

Very disappointing... reviews seemed pretty positive, gave it a shot. Didn't get fancy, just feeding the kids since I was too lazy to cook. I'm not sure what exactly it was they were trying to pass as fried rice, but it wasn't. If it were at least good, I'd give it a pass, but sadly most ended up in the garbage. Sweet and sour chicken... I expected the normal deep fried nuggets you get everywhere else... and it was, with the novel approach of leaving them in way too long. Fried dumplings were soggy mush. The best part of the meal was the fortune cookie... read more

Warning! The hours of operation are wrong! Tried to go for lunch at 11:30, but the sign on the door says open at Noon. So sad! I have never tried their food, but have heard good things... Maybe I'll try again for dinner next time. read more

One of the very good restaurants I have been to. Love chinese and these fellas pack a punch with the competition...love the lo mein and soups...and the free chips they serve before the meal but with the soup is just amazing. Since I am from India and my mom made similar chips, just reminded of them...the restaurant is quiet coz of a lot of orders for takeout but the ambience is pretty nice too. read more

Tried eating there today and found its takeout only. They have a couple of tables for dine-in space, but the girl working the counter told me I wasn't able to dine in. I was looking forward to trying some of the food that had good reviews! read more