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Spring Garden

3.8 (294 reviews)
ModerateChinese
Closed • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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Moderate noise
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Good for kids

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Diana L.

It's been a while since I've dined in at this restaurant, but I was recently there and the experience was a little different. The older lady pointed to the table and I sat down. I sat for a little bit while the server was clearing the table next to mine to seat another party. I wasn't given a menu until that party was seated and given their menu. Almost immediately after the older lady approached to take my order but since I hadn't had time to look it over I asked for a minute, but I did order hot tea. After a few minutes I was ready to order. At that time the older lady still haven't brought me the tea. The server went to take the order of the table next to me, even though they were seated later than me, and then came to take my order. There were two times the server used my table to put things down that she couldn't hold on to when serving the table behind me. One was the water pitcher (I didn't have any water) and the second time was an empty bowl. She would grab it afterwards but didn't say anything at all both times. I thought that was a bit odd. Prices have gone up. They no longer give the fried wanton crisp with the lunch special. Fried rice was mainly rice, although I did find two little specks of egg. The soup also didn't seem to have as much ingredients as before either. Another thing I noticed was the tip percentages listed on the receipt was after tax. Although the food still tasted good, I will only stick to doing takeout from here.

Vegetarian chicken lo mein and Kung pow tofu
Julie W.

The food was SO good! The vegetarian 'chicken' lo-mein was so flavorful and the Kung pow tofu was cooked to perfection! Hot and sour soup was so yummy that I kept stealing bites! Egg rolls are delicious! They even have crunchy chow mein noodles and sauce on the table. The ambiance was great and they are wheelchair friendly. I'm on a walker and the had a spot for me to put it. The service was so fast, we had to let our food cool. As we left, I told them it's my new favorite restaurant!

Vee P.

Came here with to celebrate a birthday lunch and I was so pleasantly surprised by the authentic flavor! We ordered the egg foo young, sautéed green beans, chicken chow fun, yang chow fried rice, steamed sole, sizzling black pepper beef, walnut shrimp, calamari, orange chicken, and cheese wontons tons. They perfected the balance of flavors and the cook/wok char on the chow fun. The simplest dish is always the hardest to execute well and this was unanimously the absolute best dish! The next three dishes I really enjoyed were the orange chicken, yang chow fried rice, and the green beans. The calamari and sole were just ok but I wouldn't order them again. I didn't try the walnut shrimp or wontons but everyone enjoyed those. I definitely would not order the sizzling beef or the egg foo young again - the sizzling beef was over velveted and was basically mush, and the flavor was not good. The egg foo young was also not good, it was like a frozen thick dough patty that was defrosted and drenched in gravy. Service was a bit slow as it looked like there were only two people on staff, but very friendly. I like how they serve their entrees on vintage Pyrex plates and are able to accommodate large parties. Will definitely come back here again when in the area.

C5. Shrimp with Black Bean Sauce Lunch Special
Melissa L.

I can't believe that it's been so long since giving this spot an updated review. Spring Garden is definitely in my top favorite Chinese restaurants in all of the 805. It's consistently delicious, the lunch specials can not be beat, and the staff are so friendly and kind. I've been here for dinner a few times and you get the traditional menu and prices. But if I had to recommend this spot to someone I would highly recommend coming for their weekday lunch specials. For under $15 you get a complete lunch combo. The lunch dine in combos come with soup, a main, rice, and fried wonton chips. The portions are super generous and the food is always made fresh to order. My top dishes here include: - Orange Chicken - Mongolian Beef - Shrimp with lobster sauce - Shrimp with black bean sauce The staff here are also what make this spot 5 star worthy. I've been coming here for about 8 years and the same 2-3 gals work the lunch shift. These ladies are awesome. Super friendly and quick. I appreciate that when I'm coming in for a lunch break they get me out in order 30 minutes. I never feel rushed but I appreciate the hustle. I love the family and local vibes that this spot represent. I highly recommend coming for a weekday lunch if you're in Ventura. It classic Americanized Chinese cooking at a super reasonable price with a friendly atmosphere. I'm so glad I'm close to this spot because it's always a 10/10.

Erica G.

Met one of my besties here for lunch !!! What a great deal . 15 bucks for soup and entree of your choice ! Like what ? Those prices aren't heard of nowadays in our area. I got the Mongolian beef with white rice . It was tasty ! Service was friend and fast ! I was in and out within my allotted lunch time. Clean restaurant. Not super busy !

Can't stay away from chicken with veg
Aimee L.

Yet another stop at Spring Garden after a Sesame Garden splurge and two happy eaters unwilling to take the drive to Camarillo drove around the block to Spring Garden. We learned we can't handle their lo mein so we took the chow fun alternative, our well loved chicken & vegetables and shrimp with snow peas for meeeeee. All were well enjoyed. I wish there were a way to keep snow peas to keep cooking once they pour it into the little black takeout containers, but you can't beat their white garlic sauce. Mine never tastes quite the same even with Shaoxing wine. Their shrimp are so tender and sweet. I finished the shrimp and snow peas by myself. Adding the water chestnuts is genius. Love visiting them every time I visit mom.

1/8/22
Heather K.

GETTING HERE: This restaurant is kind of hidden in the corner of the strip mall where Trader Joe's and Walmart are located, off Victoria Avenue. (Spring Garden is actually just a few businesses down from TJ's.) REVIEW: My guest was in the mood for Chinese Food and specifically craving Chow Mein. We were able to squeeze in here before their break at 3 PM. The restaurant was empty, but it makes total sense as to why. The server seated us quickly and brought our waters to us just as quick. She was nice and polite and very helpful. I ordered the Sweet and Sour Shrimp (no picture) and my guest ordered her Vegetable Lo Mein lunch special. The shrimp was very good, I will admit. There wasn't very much pineapple, sadly, and they were very small pieces. The onions and peppers were cut big and were had lots of flavor. And their Hot and Sour soup was amazing. I didn't have my socks blown off on this visit, but since it was our first time here, I will give them another go when I am in Ventura. I guess overall it was just OK? Would recommend mostly.

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3 years ago

I tried the shrimp fried rice and it was dry yet sticky! The shrimp was a nice size but the rice wasn't what I was expecting!

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Food is mediocre at best. Not served attractively. Have had better Chinese food elsewhere.

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I love their food! They have a great veggie meat option too! The service isn't always fast but the good is always good

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4 years ago

Classic Chinese food. I love the food and the vibe is very old school Chinese. No nonsense waitresses. Just the way we like it

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5 years ago

Great lunch special. The hot and sour soup is delicious and the sweet and sour chicken has a lot of good veggies in it! Yum!!

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4 years ago

Love the hot and sour soup! My go to for lunch especially when it's a cold day . Will be coming back for more .

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Reasonable lunch combination Chinese in comfortable setting . Nothing fancy but food fine and at a good price .

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