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    Hunan Taste

    4.0 (377 reviews)
    ModerateChinese
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Chili n oil
    Nicole G.

    Dine in or delivery the food is tasty. Dining room is intimate Excellent customer service Large portions Local delivery by restaurant

    Dumplings / noodles/ scallion pancake
    T. G.

    This is a great spot, we've sat down and taken to go and both experience were consistent and very good. We love the fried rice, moo shu, spring rolls, crunch wontons and sautéed green beans! The staff is very nice and the ambience is great - tons of seating as long as they aren't too packed. Would absolutely recommend this spot and will definitely be back soon!

    Sesame Chicken
    Patricia M.

    This used to be my favorite spot for Chinese, but they have sadly gone down hill. We went here around noon on a Tuesday and it took about 45 minutes to be served. The fried wonton strips were stale and super hard to chew. My mom got the sesame chicken with wonton soup and egg roll. She said the wonton soup and egg roll were both delicious but the sesame chicken was only okay. She wished the chicken was more bite sized. I got the general tso's tofu which isn't on the lunch menu so I had to pay more. I was disappointed that there were no tofu options on the lunch menu. The general tso's tofu was bland but the tofu was cooked well. Service was excellent, but it didn't make up for the food.

    Chili oil dumplings
    Sheila G.

    I stumbled upon this place looking for somewhere to eat with outdoor dining since I had my dog with me. I was the only one sitting outside so my first thought was that no one was going to pay attention to me and service was gonna be slow if not, terrible because of it. Spoiler - it was not! It was actually the complete opposite! There were 2 ladies who were taking care of me and they were both very attentive and sweet. They both commented on my dog and asked me questions, helped with the menu and asked me if I wanted the umbrella opened too. I wasn't too hungry so I only ordered the dumplings in what was a Sesame chili oil sauce, did they blow my mind? No but honestly, the service alone would make me go back here and try other food items. And for an added bonus, they had brewed unsweetened iced tea (refillable) which is so hard to find in NJ (I'm originally from the south) its usually in a can which is gross. The service really made an impression on me and made my day.

    Fried Rice vegetable
    Asma A.

    We ordered Hunan Taste for takeout on Christmas Eve. We got the spicy chicken dumplings as an app, General Tao's chicken, Garlic sauce chicken, and Tangerine chicken, and a side of veggie fried rice. The tangerine chicken is described as spicy, but it was not except for the bites I took with the dried chili. The Gen Tso sauce was solid but also not spicy. The pieces of chicken were a bit too large and some had breading falling off, but sauces and fry were good overall. We all enjoyed the garlic chicken and veggie fried rice. The restaurant provided sides of broccoli, wonton strips with sweet and duck sauce, as well as bags of oolong tea which was quite nice. The dumplings, unfortunately, were terrible -- super dense and hard filling, they were not tender or juicy. They were also certainly not spicy. The price is a bit steep, but we'd definitely order again. I was impressed considering the volume of takeout orders they were managing. The restaurant seems very cute inside and would definitely dine in next time.

    Pork dumplings with peanut sauce.
    Ric K.

    Our first time here based on a recommendation. The entire experience was fantastic. The food was top shelf and our server Nicole and the amazing crew were extremely attentive. Two apps, two entrees, two desserts and tea, $96.00 pre tip out the door. You need to get there!

    Menu

    Great and attentive service! Delicious food. Off street parking in Montclair is always a plus. I went there for lunch with my daughter and three small grandsons. The server was so attentive and kind to the children. We ordered two pupu platters as well as an assortment of additional appetizers and a lunch special to share. Between the fire of the pupu platters and the Shirley Temples the boys were entranced! The decor is upscale and classy.

    Seafood Supreme
    Geneen G.

    The atmosphere and staff were very good as was the lunch specials! They have a nice sized parking lot but overflow you can park in Acme lot which is a plus.

    You tell me - disgusting!
    Michael L.

    Hands down the worst Chinese food I have had in the NJ/NY area over the past 10 years of living here. There is absolutely nothing Hunan here - it's just a name they chose to attract ignorant Americans who may think it sounds authentic. Every single dish was bland, the twice cooked pork wasn't even edible. The meat tasted a week-old so we took one bite and almost spit it out. To top it all off, in one of the only dishes that was somewhat edible that we got to-go, I am fairly certain we found a worm in it (not positive though - look at pic and judge for yourself). Absolutely atrocious and will never come back again.

    Pu Pu Platter
    Vivian C.

    Went here for a birthday dinner and the food did not disappoint! We came here on a Sunday night, I had read reviews that Friday night needed reservations, but thought we wouldn't need to on a Sunday, but went on a whim and called the restaurant earlier in the afternoon to make a reservation that night with no issues. Thank goodness I did, we arrived and saw 20 people waiting outside! They had a small parking lot next to it, a few spots to parallel park right outside, but there's an acme parking lot also across the street. The food was all reasonably priced and tasted pretty good! It's fun for a casual or dressed up environment. The decor isn't anything like you would expect in a chinese restaurant, but it looks nice! Service was fast and efficient and food came out fair quickly as well. I'll stop by again when I'm in the area!

    Dinner Peking Duck
    Vann H.

    I love this place. Ever since we moved into town, we cannot get enough! When we walk in we are greeted with a nurturing feel. They put much pride into waiting on us. The atmosphere was so cool. We felt very comfortable. They made us feel like we were at home. Half-Peking Duck 10/10: This was amazing. Duck is hard to do, but they got it right. Duck is known for being greasy. But this was delectable. Shrimp dumplings 10/10: Not much to say. It was great. Not doughy. Cooked perfectly. Surf and Turf 10/10: Delicate meat. The lobster was perfect. Not overcooked, but tender. The filet was presented in a non traditional way, but it was still great. Come here if you want great service and food.

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    Best Chinese food this side of Hong Kong. Tina (from Taiwan) was our waitress. She's a pros pro! Xie xie!

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    8 months ago

    One of the only safe gluten free Chinese spots I trust. My daughter (with celiac disease) looooooves this place. Yummm

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    Hunan Taste is one of the best Chinese restaurants in NJ. Always a great experience. I highly recommend !

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    1 year ago

    Lovely food and ambience. Best Chinese in Montclair. I use it for takeout and eating in. And it's BYOB

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    Ask the Community - Hunan Taste

    Are they still doing dim sum on the weekends?

    I don't think so.

    Does the Montclair location have large round tables with lazy Susan's in the middle like the Denville location?

    No !

    Is this place BYOB?

    Yes, they don't have a liquor license yet.

    Do they have vegan options?

    Yes, they have a HUGE menu with options of all sorts, including vegan.

    Yelp says they deliver?

    They told me delivery is only within a 15 minute walk.

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    Kai Yang

    Kai Yang

    4.3
    (374 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    Excellent, vibrant, charming, NY-like eatery. Creative decor with wide-ranging menu of Thai…read morecuisine. We started with the fried Spring Rolls, perfectly paired with a delicious and light sauce. Entrees were Masaman curry (w/chicken) and Pad Kee Mow. Both were excellent. Pad Kee Mow has this incredible Smokey flavor and was perfect vegetarian style. Meat would have distracted from the flavors. I have to comment on all the fun details in the decor; right down to the fun, Thai movie posters in the restroom, and even the little decorative tray they bring the bill on. All of it adds to the experience. Shout out to Alex, our waiter, who is very good at his job! If you find yourself in Montclair, don't miss this fun, little place.

    Kai Yang brought the cozy Montclair dinner energy in the best way The space has such a warm,…read morecolorful vibe with patterned walls, glowing lighting, and fun decor that instantly makes you want to settle in with a bowl of noodles and stay awhile. We ordered the green curry and pad kee mao, and both were packed with flavor. The green curry was rich, creamy, and comforting with fresh vegetables and tofu soaking up all that coconut curry goodness. The pad kee mao had that smoky wok-char flavor with perfectly chewy noodles and just the right level of spice. Also loved the fresh coconut water to cool everything down between bites. Big shoutout to Stephenie, who took amazing care of us throughout the meal. She was warm, attentive, and made the whole experience feel extra welcoming. Definitely a great vegetarian-friendly spot in Montclair if you're craving flavorful Thai comfort food.

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    Hong Am Chinese Kitchen

    Hong Am Chinese Kitchen

    4.1
    (19 reviews)
    5.0 mi
    $$

    During my visit, I experience decent customer service; an employee is kind and attempts to be…read morethorough while seemingly busy. Even so, I make my order over the phone, ordering a small, not a large of the delicious Vegetable Mei Fun (due to being quite hungry after a smaller lunch of only 5g of protein a few hours earlier to an appointment). The price difference is a few dollars between the small and large. Still, what if one shows up at the eatery with only enough money to pay for the order set through the phone? The Vegetable Mei Fun is really tasty; my first bite consists of a few onions which are full of light savory-zesty flavor, a main highlight of the meal; every other part of the meal mixes in well, especially with the noodles which carry the flavors well. I don't find a need to add any other sauce though do add sauce to try the flavors mixing. All of the sauces mesh well with the ingredients though are not necessary. The original flavors of the meal are more than fine. The meal is quite filling. The eatery does not seem to have any set place for a customer to eat indoors. The eatery accepts different forms of payment. There is a dollar charge if one uses a debit card (which may be in connection with a minimum order amount).

    I have heard this place is worth trying. It definitely…read morewas!!!!! I ordered the spareribs and pork fried rice combo, only I got beef fried rice and egg in the rice for an extra fee. The rice was a beautiful brown color, not that bright yellow. It was so extremely tasty, the beef was tender and savory. The ribs were tender and delicious, with a well-balanced flavor. It came with an egg roll that I gobbled up. Next time, I will try the chicken wings (I was watching a guy cut them up and almost added them to my order) and some roast pork egg foo young. If my next experience is as good as the first, I will be picking up food for dinner next time my wife wants Chinese.

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    China Garden

    China Garden

    3.3
    (43 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    New cooks today. They were both very pleasant & accommodating. I had the shrimp chow mein. Teriyaki…read morechicken on a stick and H&S soup. Soup was delicious i would prefer less mushrooms & more Tofu. Shrimp was the best ive had there. It was not just filled with cabbage. It also had onions, soy beans and celery I could actually see. The chicken was overcooked making it gummy. Or, maybe they cooked it at two high a temp. I think they may have prepared it in advance to save prep time. This made the Teriyaki sauce dry & salty. Chicken can be very tricky to get the correct moist texture. I would suggest trying a fresher prep. We did toss ours but, I be willing to try it again down the road. BTW please try a different company for the duck sauce packets. They tasted weird.

    Recently ordered delivery from here. Very Disappointing. First delivery was over 25 minutes later…read morethan quoted. Food was cold and overall unappetizing. We ordered a Combination D, Pepper Steak & Onion Combo and Cheese Wonton appetizer. Total order including tips over $40.00. The Combo D was almost $16.00 by itself and was supposed to be of 2pcs Beef teriyaki, 2 jumbo shrimp, very small portion of boneless spare ribs, pork fried rice. Teriyaki was dry and NO Teryiaki flavor whatsoever. Shrimp were small, NOT Jumbo + Overcooked, maybe 6-10 pcs boneless ribs which were OK. Plenty of rice, but then how much does rice cost? Combo Pepper Steak---Steak was chewy and hard to eat. Sauce was bland and flavorless. Peppers and onions were cooked well. Platter was supposed to have egg roll included. Not received. The Cheese Wonton was the best part of the meal. Next time I'm in the mood for Chinese food, I'll stick to my tried and true places in Clifton, NJ.

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