China Garden Restaurant

I was at the Genesee theater, watching “The Nutcracker” and after the show ended, I decided to get a bite somewhere nearby. that’s when I stumbled upon China Garden Restaurant! luckily there was no line they took my order within seconds and the food came out within minutes. The lady who took my order was very nice and patient with me since it was my first time there. It was really delicious!!!! I had number #10 - the chicken and broccoli (pictured below) .

I recently moved here. Their hot and sour soup is pretty good, but everything else is just OK. It's overpriced for the portions. The food lacks flavor, and the service is not the best. I was disappointed overall and hope this changes. I have chosen to go to Green Tea instead. (EDIT, I only reviewed China Garden after I tried Green Tea and realized that their food is so much better and more reasonably priced. And yes, I do love Chinese food, just not yours.)

This place food is really yummy first time trying it I ordered the beef and broccoli everything was delicious it’s a nice size portion as well .. the shrimp toast is good as well not greasy and it’s a dipping sauce that comes with this chefs kiss I will definitely be back

Ive only been here once so take my review with a grain of salt but I have to say, this is one of those "food>environment" establishments where the heart and purpose is in the food. I had ordered the Kung Pao Chicken w/ Rice. I waited about 7-10 minutes in the lobby waiting for my food. I loved that my container was full to the top but do have to note that I wish the meat to rice ratio was a bit more balanced, but nonetheless, not enough to knock off a star. What I also did note that was different, was that my chicken was mixed in within my rice instead of how I've been accustomed to, which is receiving it in 2 separate portions. Which in no way is to be taken as a negative, I just thought It was different and gave the meal a sense of solidarity throughout the flavors which really let the sauces stand out and play their role really well. Going back to what I had said about the food slightly overshadowing the environment, I firmly believe that the food here is made with love as it seems to be family owned and operated, but I would love to see some improvements to the dining room and hospitality. But then again, I do understand that this is one of those 'in the cut" hidden gems that capitalize & rely on their faith in their good wholehearted food, which I do not blame at all. I definitely do see myself coming back and am excited to try out the rest of the items there. I give it 4 stars as I cannot in good faith give it 5 without trying their pepper steak or orange chicken but look more than forward to updating it in the future.

Food was good, really enjoyed the fried wontons. My reason for the four stars is the general tso chicken had no flavor or heat. The menu had a red chili next to it but 0 spice in the dish.