Paper Lantern

6/8/26 (Update) Hunan Taste is consistently good!…read more Myself and two friends came here on a weeknight. The restaurant is a BYOB. Indoor and (weather permitting) outdoor seating here. We shared platters of Mongolian beef, Grand Marnier chicken and Grand Marnier shrimp. The food is always very appetizing and plentiful. Service was good this evening. However, service can be off on weekends. Always best to make reservations. Even more so on weekends. Takeout is available from Hunan Taste. The restaurant has a small private parking lot. In addition, you can always park in the next door Acme parking lot.

I recently went back to Hunan Taste for the first time in several years, and, sadly, my experience…read morewas not as enjoyable. The restaurant's dining room was still spacious and nicely adorned, and they even had a lovely outdoor patio, though it overlooked an Acme parking lot. Our server was a delight and completely went above and beyond for us. The food, however, was mediocre. The Pork Soup Dumplings were our favorite item, as their broth and meat were extremely flavorful. However, about two of the six had holes in them, so some of the soup had escaped before they were even removed from their bamboo steamer. The Spicy Chicken Dumplings came in a generous portion of ten, but the fiery poultry inside had a strong "chicken" flavor, if that makes sense. Lastly, we had the Chicken Chow Fun, which was extremely bland and full of gummy noodles. That chicken was tender and had a better flavor, though. I just looked back at my last review to see that we had ordered the same noodle dish previously, and, while it similarly had very little sauce on it, the plate had been much more enticing back then. I also saw a bunch of gnats flying around near our table, which was not appetizing, but in fairness, it was a very hot evening. Despite our mixed experience, the dishes being delivered to neighboring tables all looked amazing. I would like to think it was just an off-night and would be willing to give the place another shot.

Outside decor.

Peking duck in rolled rice paper pancake

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Crab Rangoon

Montclair Rstrnt Grp

3.9(423 reviews)

2.0 mi

We ordered Chinese takeout from T.S. Ma in Upper Montclair a few weeks ago. We received a menu…read moreflyer in the mail and spontaneously decided to order in after a long work day for both of us. If you call the order in and say you'll pay in cash, you get a small discount. Cash is king, so that's what we did. I called in the order and my husband picked up at the T.S. ma. He said that everyone there was friendly and helpful when he stepped through the door. The food was pretty good. My husband was a big fan of the orange ginger tofu. I liked their moo shu vegetable, but I should have liked a some wood ear mushroom in there. The vegetable fried rice was a repeat order.

I'm never disappointed by this place. The Chinese eggplant and chicken might be my new favorite…read more All white chicken. When the shrimp toast was a little on the burned side, the filling was still delicious. The service was nice and it's no longer a sit down restaurant. It's take out only. You receive 10% off orders when you pay cash.

General Tso's Shrimp

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Lo mein (beef)

Kai Yang

4.3(375 reviews)

0.1 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.

Cozy interiors

Massamun Curry w chicken

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Basil fried rice w chicken

M & T Restaurant

4.3(78 reviews)

6.4 mi

Wow, great option for authentic chinese food at a very random location…read more Friend had recommended this to us and glad he did, because there is no way I would have found it. There's a fairly large menu. Lots of different options including lamb, seafood. And several unique items too. Everything taste good. Prices were very reasonable.

Solid spot for great food, it's an unassuming spot due to its location. We ordered a few apps and…read moremain courses, food was delicious. Service was attentive and staff was nice. It's one of those spots where you go for good food but really for great decor.

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Cute Panda!

Hong Am Chinese Kitchen

4.1(20 reviews)

3.3 mi

Delicious, fresh, and authentic Chinese food with a welcoming staff. I ordered the fried chicken…read morewith plantains, and everything was fresh and flavorful. The chicken was fried perfectly, and they generously added the hot sauce and ketchup I requested. I also ordered the General Tso's chicken with white rice and two pork egg rolls, and it was just as delicious. The portions were satisfying, and the food was served fresh. Overall, I had a great experience and will definitely be back! No dining in is available. Credit cards are welcome after $12.50 payment with additional surcharge of 50cent.

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).

Chicken n plantain n General Tos Chicken White Rice

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New Man Hing

4.1(151 reviews)

3.8 mi

I used to order from a place closer to me and read reviews of New MSN Hing and decided to try them…read more I have not been disappointed. I order takeout from New Man Hing often and I always have a good experience. I call and place my order and they deliver within the time quoted. The people who answer the phone are easy to understand and courteous and the delivery people are very friendly and of course the food is very good. All in all I recommend New Man Hing if you want delicious Chinese food and good service.

We just moved to the area & looked for our Chinese food spot for 2 years! We finally found it. I'm…read moresad they don't have scallion pancakes! We drive about 15 minutes and pass countless Chinese food places to get to this one. The boneless spare ribs are phenomenal. Food is always so hot!

Ordering area

Chicken with peanuts

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A couple of tables and the ordering counter

Wahchung Restaurant

3.4(67 reviews)

1.3 mi

Good quality and fast service. Great option for a wholesome meal on the go. I like their black…read morepepper shrimp and their chicken with broccoli.

Ordered Foo Young, Egg Roll, and Steamed Dumplings!! Been…read morelooking for a great Chinese restaurant and I found it! 10/10

Guys are at work making my order!

Menu pt 2

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Vegetable Lo Mein with really fresh, diverse veggies.

New Bill and Harry

3.9(87 reviews)

2.4 mi

This is my favorite Chinese spot. It is just take out, there are no tables to eat inside. The lady…read moreat the counter was nice and patient with our large and specific order. There is an item in the menu that is Bill and Harry's chicken, but as I am vegetarian, I ask for it with tofu instead and they honor my request with no problem. Their sauce has a little spice to it, is very flavorful and just so good! All the food tasted super delicious, not very greasy considering it is Chinese. Grandma loved that they didn't put the sauce on her sweet and sour chicken, so by the time we got home, it didn't get soggy! The rice and all the noodles were flavorful. Will continue to go out of my way to get Chinese food here!

Over priced Greasy…read moreBurnt Lack flavor No refund, small credit Poor customer service

Inside

Burnt shrimp toast cooked in dirty oil

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China Garden

3.3(44 reviews)

1.8 mi

Order combo no sauce chicken taste funny sweet sour chicken over cooked check food before he…read moreleaves this placed is now not my fav

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.

Shrimp Fried Rice

L11. Beef with Broccoli Lunch Special

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Shrimp fried rice

Seoul Bistro

4.2(75 reviews)

0.3 mi

Modern, clean, and aesthetically pleasing--I really loved the vibe here!…read more I stopped by for Tuesday lunch and dined solo. The service was excellent: my waitress was friendly and efficient, checked in on me without being intrusive, and there was no wait. My food came out quickly and piping hot. Yuzu Ade -- Refreshing and very yuzu-forward, with just the right amount of sweetness and carbonation. Spicy Braised Short Ribs -- My first time trying this dish, and it did not disappoint. It came out on a sizzling plate, which added a nice caramelization. The short ribs were incredibly tender and practically fell off the bone, while the vegetables were cooked perfectly. For $44, the set came with banchan, salad, radish soup, and rice. Everything tasted fresh and high quality. The bathroom was also clean, with separate single-stall male and female bathrooms. Overall, I'll definitely be coming back! For the price point, this is an affordable yet aesthetically pleasing spot with great-quality Korean food. A really satisfying solo lunch.

this is a chic, minimalist restaurant with a relaxing ambience - a great option for a girls night…read moreor date. i really enjoyed the vegetable dumplings which were crispy and well-seasoned. the hand-cut noodles in my tofu soup were delicious and chewy but the broth was very lightly flavored... not under seasoned but lacking a deeper umami flavor that i was expecting. i also tried the seoul blossom mocktail which was light and floral; a thoughtful NA option! overall it was a nice meal and if you're looking for an aesthetic, intimate dining experience, i would recommend it.

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Richard C.

Elite 25

25

70

145

1 year ago

We were absolutely blown away by Paper Lantern Northern Chinese Food for my Mom's birthday! The Szechuan beef was a standout--tender, perfectly spicy, and loaded with fresh cilantro and generous slices of garlic that took the flavor to the next level. Every bite was bold, aromatic, and unforgettable. The pan-fried pork buns were another hit--crispy bottoms, juicy filling, and packed with flavor. And the scallion pancake with beef? A must-try. Flaky, savory, and beautifully balanced with tender beef and just the right amount of seasoning. We also had the chili fish, and wow--so unique and addicting. It's hard to pinpoint exactly what made it so good, but I swear there was a hint of coriander that elevated the whole dish in the most subtle, fragrant way. Everything tasted incredibly fresh and made with care. You can tell they're serious about their flavors. Already planning my next visit. read more

Tom F.

10

6

10

7 months ago

Service is good food is good too.i recommend dry chili chicken Hot and sour soup also very good too If you like sour and spicy. Around this area I can't find chili chicken best then here read more

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