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Lin's China Diner

3.0 (159 reviews)
ModerateCantonese
Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Soapy soup
Susan P.

Nothing exciting here. Ok, passable and nothing awry. Well maybe not the hot and sour soup which had a linger aftertaste reminiscent of dish soap. Everything else was ok but not memorable.

H12. Kung Pao Triple Delight
Brittany L.

Decided to stop inside Lin's today to place a to-go order. I was greeted by a nice lady upon walking in. I asked her a million questions about the menu and she was kind to answer them all. I decided on the Kung Pao Triple Delight. It took me about 20 mins to get home and was still hot and fresh when I arrived. My meal was very delicious!! I still have some left over. I am pleased with Lin's China Diner and will be back.

reheated food instead of fresh order

I come here often for the lunch specials and usually have a good experience, but today was disappointing. I ordered the sweet-and-sour chicken, got home, and realized there was no sweet-and-sour sauce in my bag. I called, and they told me to bring everything back so they could give me a fresh order. When I returned the food, I expected a new meal, but instead they just reheated my original order. You could clearly tell -- some of the pieces were burnt from being reheated, and the food definitely wasn't fresh. When I asked for a refund, I was told, "your food is ready," even though nothing had been remade. I'm really disappointed in the lack of care and honesty. If a mistake is made, the least a customer should get is what was promised -- a fresh, properly prepared replacement, not reheated leftovers. I hope they improve their customer service and quality control.

I ordered chicken chowmein. The chicken was so rubbery with no test. I wonder if it was even real chicken. It could not be cut with a fork. There were very few vegetables in this dish. The sauce was a gloppy mess with way too much cornstarch Flavorless - not even soy sauce could save it. I'm done with Lin's.

no bueno...
Marilyn Y.

Waitress was very polite. But, personally I could not hack the food. The taste was a bit ‍ weird-- not like the Chinese food I'm used to eating. We didn't eat the food at all.

Fallon L.

Food is good but the service is TERRIBLE! Asked a question about the ordering process because the online ordering process asks you twice about getting rice. Tried explaining and even showed her pictures but she became irate. Even one of the other workers even tried explaining to the owner what we meant, and she would not even let him speak. Based on reviews they just need to close and go elsewhere.

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Always super attentive!! Love ordering take out or delivery! The portions are large and delicious

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From the flavorful food to the friendly service and relaxing ambiance, this place never disappoints!

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Asian here and i've tried this place twice. The food was bland both times. Won't be back.

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2 years ago

Food is always great! Clean and friendly atmosphere. Food is fresh and cooked when you order.

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Very good local Chinese restaurant. Pleasant atmosphere, good service and variety of menu dishes.

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I've never been disappointed at Lin's China Diner. Try the combination clay pot, it's amazing. The owner is awesome.

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There good is ok. Typical take out but I live less than 5 miles from them and when he got here, there was a $10 delivery charge

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came in late 9:30 and still had great service with Linda. always came here with fa and always had a great service

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