My friends and I went out for dinner to catch up and shoot the breeze. The owner of the restaurant,…read morea very young lady was pleasant and very attentive to us. She served us our appetizers and meals. The food was delicious and served piping hot! The portions were plentiful and even when we packed our food to go, the food was still hot. The next time we are the area, we will definitely dine there again. The service and the food are fantastic!!

we found this place a couple of weeks ago and I've been back twice so far…read more This is the best Chinese restaurant I've found in a long time. I had almost given up on eating Chinese because I couldn't find anyone I liked.

Probably the place is no longer what it used to be , as authentic as people thought it was, the…read morefood was ordered through Uber eats, food came in during time but the flavor was lacking big time. I did question myself if I was better off ordering from a neighborhood Chinese place than ordering an authentic meal. The spicy wonton was only palatable rest most of the food was over fried, sweet lacking any flavor. The chicken pepper was boiled chicken, hunan seafood had no flavor, I had to add sauces to my chow mein. Not ordering anymore unfortunately

Menu wise this is the most traditional Chinese food you're going to find in the area. BY FAR…read more I wish I ordered more of the traditional dishes but I just wanted dumplings and lo mein. I will 10000% be returning for more dishes and will definitely be sitting down. When I went inside it was way nicer than what I was expecting for dining wise. Nice tables, good decor, and they're weren't any white people in there which is always a GREAT sign Food was also ready in 15 min which we love

Canton Palace offers authentic dim sum like the kind you'd find in Flushing, but right here in…read moredowntown Somerville, NJ! I went on a weekday for lunch. Both the dim sum menu and a lunch menu with standard Chinese restaurant fare were available. My party got the general tso's chicken from the lunch menu, and it was exceptional. Good-quality white meat with just enough spice. Heads up, though, the lunch dishes don't come with rice, so order that separately. From the dim sum menu, we ordered braised tripe with ginger & scallion, fried shrimp rolls, shrimp dumplings, steamed chicken buns, and crab meat soup dumplings. The braised tripe was a standout. It was cooked in a light yet flavorful sauce of ginger and scallion with the tripe's own broth. The delicateness of the sauce worked perfectly with the tripe. The dumplings were all great, especially the soup dumplings. The steamed chicken bun was the only thing I'd skip. It was on the heavier side, and the filling was just okay. The bill came out to about what I expected for the amount of food we ordered--$65 before tip. The service was friendly, and taking our order and getting the food was quick. After the food arrived, though, it was a little difficult to flag down a server to order more and later to get the check. Still, it was understandable given how busy they were, constantly collecting orders and putting out food. Overall, Canton Palace is a great find for anyone looking for this style of Chinese food outside of the usual New York neighborhoods.

Experience was not what was expected. Prices are high, service mediocre. Wonton soup was room…read moretemperature. Sautéed pork and Chinese greens were steamed. Not sautéed. GROSS. As someone who cooks I was extremely disappointed. I should have sent back but they didn't seem to have any interest in our experience & there was a language barrier. Gets a star because hot and sour soup was fine and was heated appropriately and the sesame chicken with broccoli was good. Also can't give zero stars here...... wish I could. They charge $4 for rice and then grudgingly package it with leftovers. Entire restaurant had open tables but they stuck us against the servers alley that leads to kitchen. We had the staff behind us at a large table chattering away loudly while we tried to eat and talk. It was a mess. My husband paid the server in cash. They attempted to keep our change. I had to repeat myself multiple times asking for our change to come back. It almost seemed deliberate. So unprofessional. And yet my kind husband tipped the waitstaff generously; he's far kinder than I would have been. Not a class act restaurant. Will NEVER go back. REGRET that we chose this restaurant on our day out. =(

This restaurant is the kind of place you'd expect for a usual Chinese take-out business, so if…read moreyou're coming over to eat inside, don't expect it to be this total grand and stellar eating/dining experience. This place is usually best if you're ordering your food for to-go, which is what I do with China Moon. Food is average or "eh", BUT I will say that their fried chicken wings are really good. If you're ordering from here, definitely try those from the menu.

Not going back. Tried them for takeaway last night, shrimp chow mein, spring rolls and sweet & sour…read moreshrimp. Chow mein had no flavor and was mostly cabbage, shrimp was obviously frozen, thawed, then overcooked. S&S shrimp was over-battered doughy shrimp that wasn't cooked at high temp to give it that nice crispness, instead it was raw batter on the inside and soggy greasy on the outside. They dumped into a takeout box and provided a side of liquid sauce. no pineapple, red peppers or anything to make it taste better or appetizing. Rice was sticky and starchy, obviously in rice pot too long, and no fortune cookies or chopsticks in the bag. Terrible, ended up throwing most of it away. Only good thing about the experience is the online ordering is easy and food was ready when they said it would be.

Who would have thought that in Green Brook which is not necessarily widely known for Asian food,…read morewould have such fantastic Cantonese food. Better than a lot of places in Flushing & Chinatown and even the San Gabriel Valley in CA! Highly recommend the Salt & Pepper Grouper. It's deep fried and has the same seasoning as the popular Fried Squid with Salt & Pepper, but better! The fish is much more tender than squid. The batter is crispy and not oily at all. Also delicious was the Shrimp with Black Bean Sauce. Not on the menu. Will definitely be coming back in the future to try their other dishes and dim sum as well.

This restaurant is the go to place in central Jersey for great Cantonese cuisine. It is always…read moreextremely crowded during the weekend. Highly recommend making a reservation for any party of 5 people and above. Food is always excellent. Service is great. The decoration of the restaurant is very bright with different sizes of tables. BYOB.

Best Chinese food in the area! Hot, fresh, delicious. The takeout was ready quickly too.read more

Best Chinese takeout in Hunterdon County and worth a drive even if you're not local. Fried…read moredumplings and boneless ribs are exceptional

If you want the best Chinese restaurants then go to…read moremetropolitan NY/ NYC. No good ambience here just a large room .It looks like a convilerbelt for making $$ off of the patrons. Expensive . NJ IS NOT the state to enjoy (native NY'er) Chinese and PIZZA that goes for New England and down south so this state does not stand alone . Sorry folks but I cannot say that you aren't trying. Even though I gave 3 stars just gave it for the effort.

If you're looking for a high-quality Chinese restaurant with delicious food, this is definitely the…read moreplace to go. It's not your typical takeout spot--everything feels special. The staff at the front are welcoming, the restaurant is very clean, and it's a great place to sit and enjoy a meal. I highly recommend it, especially their General Tso's shrimp. Definitely check it out!"

This past summer Dao Madison was strongly recommended to me by a friend, so I decided to finally…read morecheck it out. I was told that there are often long waits, so I chose an evening where it was raining with some pretty heavy winds, hoping this would help me and my gf get in quickly. Fortunately, I was right! Dao Madison is located in in the same space that was once Ossino's Market and before that Empire Szechuan. The business is surrounded by a U shaped set of parking spots, but it's tight so go slow and ease into the spots carefully. While the exterior is largely the same as before, it is clear the folks at Dao reworked the interior. It is beautiful with a high ceiling, reserved decor and bright colors. I went during the evening but I can imagine sunlight pouring into the space during the day. We were seated very quickly and there was a huge group at the front waiting for to go orders, so this place definitely has fans! Even on a stormy night almost every table was full. The service was absolutely top notch. Within a minute after being seated we had water, tea and crispy noodles with mustard and duck sauce deployed to the table at rapid speed. I *love* the crispy noodles with duck sauce to this was absolutely delightful. Our waiter was enthusiastic, helpful and full of energy - quite a feat when you're serving table after table. I also have to say, it's incredible how quickly my water was constantly refilled. I never had to ask once. There are a lot of much more expensive restaurants that could learn from these folks! Okay, here's what we had: Chicken Corn Soup One of my favorite soups, but it's hard to find a good version. This was definitely one such example. Smooth, but filled with chicken and egg it was tasty and satisfying. Pro-tip: if you like a bit of a kick, put a bit of the Chinese mustard in and mix it in or alternatively use white pepper (which is on the table). Szechuan Vegetable Dumplings These dumplings are kind of like wontons and served in a beautifully savory and spicy sauce. I would get these again in a heartbeat. Cold Sesame Noodles Almost every take out place around makes cold sesame noodles, but few places make it *well*. Dao knocks this out of the park. Mix it up well and the spicy and savory sauces all come together to form an amazingly delicious dish. Mala Dry Pot (Chicken) This dish is served with a *dramatic* presentation in a small wok in a wood serving tray. This dish has a wonderful mixture of vegetables and meat with a wonderful base sauce. I comes across as a stir fry but I think it may be at least party steamed. This dish was delicious with a big variety of items to enjoy. Also worth nothing, you have a choice between white and *purple* rice at Dao. In general, purple rice is healthier than white rice so it was great to have the option. I am so happy I finally tried Dao Madison and I can't wait for my next visit!

Dao came thru in the clutch for us for a quick good meal when we were in the area…read more The first thing we noticed was the tight parking spaces - narrow little spots. This place is packed! It died down a little bit after 730 but still it gets quite good business. The chips you get when you sit down were a little stale. I don't really eat that stuff anyway. On the bright side, the sweet and sour sauce it came with was very good and the wasabi mustard had a huge kick. The soup dumplings were legit. As good as you will find in Edison. $12.25 for 6. A little bit pricier than Edison but you pay for the fact that you can have it in this area. The filet mignon with spicy pepper sauce was pretty good. Portion size is in the middle. Not too generous nor skimpy. It wasn't spicy. It came with delicious mushrooms and baby bok choy. The black pepper sauce was delicious. Similarly the pepper steak with onions was also mid on portion size and amount of meat they give you. It came with delicious chopped peppers and onions as well. Good flavor. Both of these steak dishes came with a complimentary bowl of rice. The pot of tea was also complimentary. It was pretty good tea. The service was great. Very friendly staff and they changed our plates after the soup dumpling appetizer. Sprite was only $2 and a bottle of san pelligrino $3. Good place with a strong loyal customer base. We will be back!

The highlight of the meal was easily the hot appetizer -- the wontons in chili oil. The delicate…read morewontons were packed with flavorful filling and coated in a rich, aromatic chili oil that delivered the perfect balance of heat, spice, and savory depth. The sauce had just enough numbing warmth without overpowering the dish, and every bite was incredibly satisfying. The texture combination of silky wrappers and bold sauce made it an unforgettable starter. Beyond the appetizer, the restaurant offered a warm atmosphere and attentive service that made the dining experience even better. The presentation was thoughtful, portions were generous, and the flavors tasted authentic and carefully prepared. If you enjoy dishes with a little spice and a lot of flavor, the wontons in chili oil are absolutely worth ordering. I would definitely come back just for them.

Shu House is a great staple if you're looking for authentic local Chinese food…read more The food here is really, really good--pretty much everything we ordered was delicious. The standout for me was the Jiang Bei Hot Sauce Live Whole Fish, which was packed with flavor and absolutely worth ordering. You can split this dish amongst a whole family since the portions are huge! The General Tso's Chicken is always a classic, and I love the tender chicken drenched in tangy sauce. This is where things got a little tricky. We had a reservation but ended up waiting about 40 minutes past our reservation time to actually be seated. On a busy weekend, I understand restaurants can get slammed, but waiting 40 minutes after having a reservation is frustrating. It seems like their weekend reservation situation can get a little chaotic, so just be prepared to practice your patience. Once we were seated, the staff was fine and the service was efficient. Overall, I'll return for the food or get takeout but just be prepared to wait a bit.