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Orient Garden

3.7 (154 reviews)
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Huge bowl of soup!
Chris K.

This used to be our favorite place to go for Chinese food for years and years. When things started reopening after covid and they didn't, we wondered if they ever would. Thankfully they did recently so we couldn't wait to get over there. The soup isn't on the menu, but they said they hope to add it back soon. We ordered our usual, chicken and veggies, but it seemed off. It just wasn't as good as we remembered, even tho we've been getting take out all through and after covid. When we recently found out they have a new owner that might explain it. The service was very friendly and attentive, but given the change in flavor not sure that we want to be disappointed again.

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Chandra J.

So sad I've been sleeping on Orient since I moved to this area months ago. I would always see a line of people in front of the window and I just thought it was because they hadn't started in person dining yet. No, well, maybe some was due to that, but most was due to the amazing food. Immediately upon walking in I was told to order the general tso chicken. However, I went with the broccoli and chicken, which I was told was also good. I got a side of fried rice and was excited upon opening my food. The dish had tons of chunks of chicken, broccoli, and carrots--literally I haven't seen pieces of carrots so big in my life. Similar to other reviews the food is good, but could use some additional seasoning. I decided to add red pepper and garlic when I got home and this really popped it up and gave it so more flavor-if they could do this in their kitchen it would make it even better! The service is also great and quick as well! Be prepared for two to three meals as they give you tons of food for a pretty good price. And now that I know I have a good Chinese fusion spot near me I will be checking them out more often.

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Jaclyn N.

I've been doing the Asian food thing since agreeing to do the Daniel's fast with my church. Orient Garden has always been my favorite, and I even forgot to order white meat only, but it didn't matter because it was mostly white meat. The food is always on point and it's so much for the value. You pay a couple dollars extra but you get twice as much. There is no actual service because it's a storefront opportunity. You can't eat in the restaurant, but when you could, they were always attentive. I do miss being able to sit down at their spot, but I understand that they are so busy as a to-go spot that they can't handle in store service. The place is clean, the staff is friendly, but you only interact for a few minutes. I wanted Mongolian beef, too- but with the fast approaching, I couldn't do it all. 100% the best spot in Durham.

General Tso's Chicken*
Kylie B.

The absolute best sesame chicken I've ever had. The general tso could have been spicer for my liking though. The portions were HUGE and the sides of broccoli were generous as well. They only have to go which I don't mind

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Lauren M.

We've been searching South Durham for a good Chinese restaurant for years. This one is definitely the best we have come across. Currently, they are not open for indoor dining. They have a great setup for takeout so you don't even need to go inside! They also have paid attention to small sanitary details like having a dirty pen bin so you are only picking out a clean one. The portions were huge! We ordered two combination dinners and we probably could have shared one! The combination dinners come with your choice of soup, egg/spring roll and white/fried rice. The hot and sour soup was nice and spicy! The spring roll was also great. By the time I got through the soup and spring roll I was already getting full! I had Kung Pao Chicken as my main dish and made sure to ask for white meat. It was yummy and I had leftovers for days!

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10 days ago

Food is always hot. Always ready on time given. Such a clean environment. I always order here

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15 days ago

Egg rolls were pretty good, beef lo mien was bad. Beef was tender but didn't taste great. Noodles were bland and uninspired.

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Great service, good vibes overall. Came here with my husband, the food was great. Will recommend.

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Best Gen Tso's in all of the Triangle area always very pleasant to deal with and fast too. not overpriced at all.

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Best Chinese food around! The general tso's is to die for! I would highly recommend to anyone who's looking for Chinese food in the area!

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1 year ago

Great food, great service, I highly recommend. The sesame chicken was crunchy and tasty. Save some for me!!!!!

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2 years ago

Best Sesame Chicken around! They are doing take out only so no seating and they are still always busy!

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This is THE best Chinese food in the area. I come here every time I'm in town. Delicious!

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I love the General Tso's Chicken and The Szechuan Beef. Food is always consistently great at any of these locations.

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