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Hai

4.1 (393 reviews)
ModerateChinese
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Steamed pork buns (cha siu bao)
Craig Y.

I don't think I've ever had authentic Chinese food in Atlanta. Maybe I just haven't been looking hard enough, but at least I found this one thanks to one of my professors. Back in Atlanta for my doctorate, our professor wanted to meet a group of us for dinner and suggested Hai and it was really tasty. Pretty authentically Chinese, the taste is really good. FOOD: The xiao long bao is not Din Tai Fung, but much better than most places. The crispy pork belly was good but not the kind I'm used to from those Chinese bakeries in the Bay Area. This was literally deep fried pork belly pieces but without that super crispy layer on top. The pork bao (cha siu bao) was really good. I actually prefer the Americanized version of it, but this was authentic. The peking duck was not anywhere near the best I've had but still flavorful. Overall, really good food. SERVICE: Very good. Nice and polite and willing to explain the menu. Portion sizes were just right, too. COST: For what you get definitely not bad. I would definitely come back again.

(L4) Broccoli Shrimp, ((L3) Orange Chicken
Charisse H.

Went for the lunch special. I enjoyed my meal which was the shrimp and broccoli with fried rice. My bf got orange chicken with friend rice. He did not care for his as much. Fried rice was cooked decent and that says something because ATL is not known for good Chinese food. The spring rolls were just ok. I wanted to try the dumplings but my bf is not into those. Service was good, quick and friendly. Restaurant decor was fine. It was clean. I would return.

Crispy eggplant
Melanie H.

We were really pleased with the meal we had here. We ordered the Szechuan Chili Chicken, Bamboo Flounder, and Grandma's Noodle. Everything came out piping hot, and the flavors were really good. The chicken was tender and spicy, and the chili oil used for the Grandma's Noodle dish was so flavorful. The Bamboo Flounder was lightly salted and perfectly crispy, easily our favorite of the three. While we were there we saw several interesting looking dishes going to other tables, from huge bowls of soup to sphere shaped bread (now I know it's the scallion bubble pancake). I'm looking forward to going back and trying more menu items.

Steamed pork buns
Cynthia N.

I've eaten at Hai several times, and I've always had good food there. My favorite dish is the bamboo fish, and I appreciate the consistency of the dish. It always tastes deliciously the same. I've had so many items on the menu here; I don't think any option would be disappointing. Also, I've only eaten at Hai during the day time, I have never experienced them at night. Service is always good and the team there works really well together. They always come right on time but never seem rushed. The shopping center is always full of traffic but the upside is that there's always parking. My only downside for Hai is pricing. Everything costs much more now and I know that it doesn't have to be that way.

D4.Steamed Pork Dumpling (6) and M8.General Tso Chicken
Amari A.

Cold SZN has officially arrived folks, which in my household means prioritizing takeout over dining in. There's something about 50-and-below degree weather that suspends my urge to cook, and simultaneously the desire to interact with the public. This is how I ended up at Hai and I'm very glad that I did. I'll admit it, my order was a bit basic given that this Chinese restaurant serves real deal Chinese cuisine outside of the American favorites. But I leaned more #basic and walked away with General tso chicken and pork dumplings. So, so good... There was actually a robust flavor profile to the dish outside of just the standard salt and sugar combo that I find to be the case at other Chinese spots. The chicken tasted like chicken, not mystery meat or fried un-plucked feathers (HALLELUJAH). The dumplings were quite large and doughy and filled to the brim with pork. It came with two yummy sauces on the side that were expertly wrapped to avoid any potential spillage. The star was the rice. I am a certified rice snob, and I will judge a restaurant on the quality of the rice alone and with no shame. It was perfectly cooked. Literally no complaints there. I ended up ordering extra on accident as I didn't expect the entree to come with rice and it DID, but it was perfectly useful in a stir-fry the next day... proof of how well that rice was cooked. I did takeout so I don't have much to say about the inside, but the restaurant was full of Chinese people which was the only sign I needed that it was going to be good. I got food here a little late and parking was still tricky given that the Starbucks next door shares a lot with Hai and their drive-thru empties into their front door. Odd design choice. I'm sure it might create a problem during the more busy lunch hour. Regardless.... Getchu some.

Shrimp fried rice with bean sprouts added
Angelica D.

While a bit on the pricey side, I did enjoy my lunch at Hai. The restaurant is located in the Suburban Plaza Shopping Center on North Decatur Road. It's a very busy area, so parking can be difficult. I called ahead of time and placed my order. When I arrived, I was greeted by a server and paid for my order at the kiosk. After a few minutes, my name was called and I picked up my order. I got the shrimp fried rice and added beans sprouts for an additional $2. The total was $17.28. Upon opening the container, I thought it looked bland. Looks can be deceiving because the rice was actually flavorful. I'd return and look forward to trying out more items from their menu.

D4.Pan-Fried Pork Dumpling (6) and D8.Dan Dan Noodle
Felix S.

The service was completely fine and the ambiance was pretty bland. The inside didn't really indicate what kind of food you would be getting. The dumplings were stuff and delicious! The soup dumplings had a flavorful broth with the meat maintaining its flavor well. The Mongolian beef and Dan Dan noodles were just okay.

Millie C.

Came for their lunch specials as we saw their sign while passing by. $11 lunch special with soup and rice is literally unbeatable. They had quite a few options to choose from as well. We got the spicy fish and the chicken and scallion chicken dish. The chicken dish was pretty good, you could taste the wok flavor but it was just a little too heavily seasoned with cumin. The fish was definitely very tender and fresh. The sauce was good as well. Not too spicy or salty. Just right. And it paired perfectly with the rice. The hot and sour soup was delicious but the chips were a little stale. Other than that the lunch is an amazing deal. Would be back for their dinner too as they have so many options to choose from.

Jonathan T.

Service 4/5 Food 5/5 Overall Experience 4/5 Value 4/5 Grandma's noodles were so good and worth trying. It is something I get every time I go. The fried eggplant and spicy beef tendon were good but slightly inconsistent (with each visit). I'd like to experiment what else is on the menu. Service can be great but can also be below average depending on who you get or I guess their day. I've had more good experience than bad so it's worth the risk. This place stays relatively busy every time I've gone but they are always quick with the food coming out. There's outside and covered seating. Grandma's noodle 5/5 Fried Eggplant4/5 Spicy Beef tendon 4/5 3 Pepper chicken 3/5

Spicy Shrimp Fried Rice Delicious
Tanya J.

Took my Mom to her eye exam appointment in the area and we decided to stop here for lunch. I ordered shrimp fried rice spicy and hot and sour soup and my Mom ordered veggie fried rice with seafood soup, the food was soooo delicious and flavorful! We both took some home for later, couldn't finish it there! The service was Awesome, everyone there was so nice and friendly! The ambiance was chill, it was not crowded because it was so early in the day! The decor is nice, very clean! In a plaza with other restaurants and stores, free parking! Will most definitely be back!

Dumpling menu
Lisa P.

I ordered takeout, shrimp fried rice and their seafood soup. I would give the soup zero stars. The amount of seafood could fit on a teaspoon. For ten dollars, I expected more. The shrimp fried rice was good. Not great but good. The service when I picked my food up was also good. Prompt and ready to help. I waited less than five minutes for my order. They were busy with to-go orders this particular day.

Grandma's noodle  Spicy, garlic, chewy noodle goodness
Anna L.

Was so stoked to see pecking duck buns on the menu! Affordable $12, just the perfect amount of hoisin, chives and cucumber. I would have preferred a crispier duck skin and a fluffier steamed bun, but all in all, very delicious and would recommend and get again. The noodles are the right amount of heat+ garlic and the noodles have a nice bite.

Double cooked pork belly
Dee P.

Food is DELICIOUS! great ambient, spacious dining room Lots of parking We ordered XLB soup dumplings, double cooked pork belly(SO GOOD), Grandma's noodles, and fried mushroom. Staff is automotive but not overbearing Great place to work on increasing your spice tolerance. They played a lot of Katy Perry

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Hai is the best Chinese food I've found in Decatur. Highlights are the green beans, Singapore noodle, and Mongolian beef.

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What are the vegan options?

All the vegetarian options should also be vegan as Asian people do not use dairy. The dragon eggplant is amazing and so is the Ma po tofu. There are also lots of appetizers that are dry fried vegetables.

Is the dining room open for august 20, 2021?

I don’t know. That was over 4 years ago.

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