New Top China

I visited Shanghai Restaurant with my wife and our five children around 9:15 pm, specifically…read morebecause their online hours showed they were open until 10:00 pm. When we walked in, we were told we could sit, but from the start the older waitress made us feel rushed and unwelcome. She was clearly impatient and very rude to my children, getting annoyed when they spoke while we were trying to order, as if we were an inconvenience just because they wanted to close. Her attitude was extremely unprofessional, especially toward a family with kids. On top of that, they added an automatic tip to our bill without asking or getting my approval. We were just a husband, wife, and children, not a large party, so there was no reason to force a tip, especially given the rude service. Based on this experience, I do not plan to return and I would not recommend this place to families looking for respectful service.

How have i lived in this area this long and not discovered this place. Ate lunch here today and it…read morewas great. Had the white meat general tso's chicken with fried rice and hot and sour soup. They served the table with fried noodles(looked homemade) and hot tea - nice touch. Soup and main dish were delicious and all for $10. Best deal in the area in my opinion. Service was great and place is nice

Store Front

Crispy Fish & Happy Family

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Mild tea

Wheat

4.4(144 reviews)

5.6 mi

Finally had a chance to try Wheat this week and boy was it worth the wait! We had minced beef…read morenoodles and braised beef noodle soup. Also got some pork dumplings. I tried a lemon/lime drink that was very tasty and refreshing. The restaurant was super clean. We were seated and orders taken quickly. Our waiter was very friendly and helpful. Our food was very delicious and flavorful! Portions were perfect- not huge but not too small either. The waiter talked us into dessert since they make some homemade on site. I tried the tiramisu cake- yum! Prices were about what most places are charging for entrees now. I'll be back!

Best beef noodle in North Carolina, Charlotte don't have any beef noodle good as this one. One of…read moremust eat restaurants at Triangle area.

Scenery

Chicken lo mein

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General Tso's Chicken

Sister Liu's Kitchen

4.5(307 reviews)

0.2 mi

Sister Liu's Kitchen is mainly a takeout spot with a small building where you order from a…read moreself-service kiosk. There are a few outdoor tables if you want to eat there, but everything is packaged to-go. My friends and I came with a large group and ordered a lot of food. Since everything is made fresh to order, there was a bit of a wait, but the owners were so kind and worked as fast as they could. They even gave us free drinks while we waited, which was such a nice gesture! I ordered the pork and chive dumplings. The filling was flavorful, but the wrappers were a little thicker than I prefer. Overall, I'd recommend stopping by if you're looking for a quick takeout meal and want to support some really sweet owners. If I'm specifically craving dumplings, though, I'd probably try another spot next time.

Nice friendly staff and great food...And the Bamboo Grove outside is a nice sight if dining outside…read moreon a nice day....Definitely plan on making a return trip...Might try the Dumplings next rime...reasonably priced.

B3 Beef Cilantro dumplings. 15 for $22.31.

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P2 Pork Chive dumplings. 15 for $20.60.

Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant

3.7(339 reviews)

6.5 mi

This place is awesome. Some of the best Chinese food I've had, and the service was excellent. Will…read moredefinitely be returning.

I was excited to try the dim sum here but left the restaurant feeling kind of disappointed. Most of…read morethe dim sum menu options were deep fried or contained pork which I don't eat, so my options were limited. I tried shrimp dumplings, shrimp rice roll, a bite of turnip cake that my friend ordered, and the chicken sticky rice and while all of it was decent, nothing really stood out. The food also took a while to come out even though the restaraunt wasn't that busy, and the waiter never refilled my empty water cup.

Chow fun

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Shu Mai, turnip cake, and tofu skin

Peony Asian Bistro

3.9(293 reviews)

0.4 mi

Quick service, surprisingly so! The sushi was somewhat forgettable however and the server while…read moreattentive didn't have a good grasp of the menu when asked for sushi specials. The sushi itself was good, with high quality fish. The preparation wasn't flashy and the restaurant itself could use some sprucing up. The atmospheric music was a bit here a sad Mongolian piece. That said, if you are hear to visit or with friends I doubt you would notice and the food certainly stands out for the area, give it a shot!

The Mongolian beef is amazing. A little heavy on the onions, but it was cooked perfectly.read more

Ambiance

House lo mein and avocado rolls with soy paper and no sesame seeds.

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Thai Tea

Dim Sum Asian Bistro

3.8(396 reviews)

7.0 mi

Our go-to dim sum spot near Chapel Hill!…read more This is a wonderful family-run restaurant that blends modern simplicity with traditional charm. The staff are incredibly friendly and hardworking, and the atmosphere feels both welcoming and authentic. All items are affordable and with reasonable prices! It's the only legit dim sum place near Chapel Hill/Carrboro, about a 25-minute drive for us--and we gladly make the trip almost every week. We simply can't get enough of their food! Warning: Everything on their menu is dangerously addictive. You've been warned! Our Favorites 2. Pork Dumpling (Siu Mai / Siomai) -- Steamed pork in a wonton wrapper, perfectly juicy with just the right balance of pork and vegetables in every bite. A delicious classic done right. 6. Beef Onion Dumpling in Chili Sauce -- One of the best dumplings we've had--and we've been to dim sum spots all over the world! The beef is flavorful and juicy, wrapped in a thin, perfectly chewy skin. The chili sauce complements the filling beautifully without overpowering it. Generous portion, amazing value, flawless execution. 9. Steamed BBQ Pork Bun -- Soft, fluffy buns filled with mildly sweet BBQ pork. Comforting, classic, and delicious every time. 11. Egg Yolk Bun -- Lightly sweet custard filling inside soft steamed buns. The perfect bite of dessert to end your dim sum feast. 16. Bean Skin Stuffed with Pork -- Juicy, lightly seasoned pork wrapped in delicate bean skin. Flavorful but not overpowering--simple and satisfying. 27. Crispy Shrimp Ball -- Juicy and lightly seasoned shrimp goodness inside a crispy ball. They disappeared into the void of my stomach as soon as they touched our table. 28. Crispy Taro Puff with Chicken -- Think of these as bite-sized empanadas with savory, well-seasoned chicken inside--like the best mini chicken pot pies! Crispy, flavorful, and completely addictive. I could easily eat 30 of these! 41. Crispy Beef Onion Pot Sticker -- Pan-fried to golden perfection for that satisfying crunch. The beef and chives inside are juicy and flavorful, and the portions are generous. I dream about these dumplings when I'm asleep. Absolute perfection. Take all my money! The Finishing Touch Dim sum is meant to be enjoyed with tea, and they offer a simple traditional brew that pairs beautifully with every dish. If there's one downside--it's that they're only open Friday through Sunday. We wish they were open all week! Everything on their menu is so good! Best Dimsum and service in Durham!

Objectively speaking, this is one of the better dim sum options within the area, and is a great…read morelocation to get some of the classic dim sum options. I've had the pleasure of eating some really good dim sum, and while I can admit that the dim sum here will never be as good as places in New York, I can say that they do a decent job and that the experience will be enjoyable for any eater. Rather than delivering dishes on the traditional cart, Dim Sum Asian Bistro uses a menu where you can mark off the dishes that you want. There are a lot of different steamed, fried, and a la carte options that you can choose from. A lot of the basics are done pretty well. They have good pan fried dumplings, shrimp dumplings, shao mai, and coconut pudding. They also have some other, complex dishes that we really enjoy. Their curry powder turnip cake is some of the best out there. The curry flavor pops and the fry is absolutely perfect. Crispy on the outside, but warm and soft on the inside. They also make their chicken feet really well, which is a tough one to do sometimes. I know that there will be some good options. Although Dim Sum Asian Bistro has some good things, they also serve some things that you would just be better off not ordering. They have three different types of rice crepe dishes with meat. Their best is easily the shrimp, and you should stick to that. In fact, I would avoid the beef version at all costs, it is made with a beef paste and the texture was so strange, it was kind of unappetizing! I also think their fried rice could use some work, and I think some items, like their custard buns, could have come from the frozen section. I think my family can be pretty critical about dim sum since it has been a big part of our personal culture. However, sometimes I feel I need to take a step back and look at it broadly. I've come here with some of my friends who don't eat dim sum consistently and they are always wowed by the experience. From that perspective, I can see how this place hits the mark. They serve pretty authentic food and make it taste good. There is always a buzz about the restaurant and people come and go over the weekend. It's no wonder you might have to wait to get a table, Dim Sum Asian Bistro is definitely doing something right!

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Handy Kitchen

4.1(113 reviews)

9.6 mi

By far our favorite and only Chinese restaurant location! The food is by far the best! My husband…read morecould and would eat there every day! The options are great. The staff has been friendly and quick to get you all set! The inside has quite a bit of seating if you stay to eat.

I got the General Tso's Chicken lunch special, and it was a ton of food! The lunch combo comes with…read moresoup, pork fried rice, and the entree. The General Tso's sauce was perfectly spicy and the chicken was crisp and tasty. The pork fried rice was great with a little soy sauce. I enjoyed the egg drop soup, it was hot and savory. Great value for a lunch special, everything was less than $10.

Pork egg role, chicken fried rice, chicken wings

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Szechuan Mansion Hotpot

4.6(92 reviews)

5.5 mi

We are visiting Durham for the first time before our first production run of Daramel tomorrow…read more We were craving hot pot and this place exceeded expectations! We were able to get the lunch special, and if you are two people you can get the split pot for no extra charge. It came with so much food, and everything was delicious. The tables are nice and spacious with calming art on the walls. The claw machines are a nice touch as well. We will be back!

Absolutely Delicious! I had not had hotpot in several years, as I moved and there was not one…read morearound. Having to be in the Durham area for a few days, we stumbled upon this place purely by accident. The food was great. The Staff was helpful and very friendly. The place was clean and well kept. I would go back again and again.

Combo for 2-3

Inside. Two-flavor hot pot, a.k.a. "Yin-Yang."

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The DIY dipping sauce bar.

Asian Kitchen

3.4(308 reviews)

3.1 mi

Fantastic food and great service. Came for the fried shaved noodles which were delicious but…read moreenjoyed the spicy fried chicken and fish just as much. Will definitely be returning

Honestly, in the area of North Carolina, this restaurant is considered as quite authentic Asian…read morerestaurant to me! You can't expect it compare to NYC Chinese restaurant! The price is reasonable, service is friendly, it's just the amount salt chef used was way too salty for me! If you are very very craving for a decent Chinese food, I think it's a solid choice!

Stewed Beef Shaved Noodles

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B8: Spicy Shrimp

Szechuan Village

4.2(87 reviews)

9.8 mi

This us my favorite Asian restaurant in the Raleigh/Durham / Chapel Hill area/Pittsboro area…read more Always a great meal and excellent service.

Both lunch entrees were uneatable due to way too much salt ! HORRIBLE ! NEVER AGAIN....read more

Leftovers togo bag!

Not as spicy as it looks! Delicious!

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Julia K.

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8 years ago

I love New Top China! The food is good, it is prepared quickly, and is very affordable! I can see why some people gave it poor reviews based on the customer service, but I don't think they are meaning to be rude. I think they're just quirky and one person isn't fluent in English. I love the crab Rangoon, shrimp lo mein, and egg drop soup. read more

Jack J.

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11 years ago

My take out place when i'm craving for Asian food! Nothing was super fancy or special, but the price is decent for a lunch, the service was good, plus I really liked their rice chicken! Would come back again! read more

Luke E.

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14 years ago

Ya boi loves some New Top's. Great sesame chicken and the cashier is super chill. Highly recommend this for someone looking for good take out at a really fair price. New Top's China RULESSSS! read more

Jeffrey S.

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8 years ago

What a perfect trio in the kitchen, mother, son and delightfully short husband cooking and giggling and serving up delicious Chinese fare! love it!!!! read more

Jeffrey S.

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8 years ago

Excellent and good Robert and his mom and dad do a good job chop chop chop eat good drink soda $5.35 chicken wing Chinese tasty good

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