- Chinese Food
- Chinese Restaurant
- Michigan
- Ionia County
- Ionia
- Chinese Restaurant in North Dexter Street
- Oriental Star
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Hours
Monday, ClosedTuesday, 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday, 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday, 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday, 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday, 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
About Oriental Star
Oriental Star is a Chinese restaurant located at 331 N Dexter St in Ionia, Michigan. They can be contacted at (616) 522-8888 or +1 616-522-8888.
Based on recent customer reviews, Oriental Star is praised for its delicious food and friendly, helpful staff. One customer who ordered take-out experienced excellent service when they mistakenly ordered fried wontons instead of fried dumplings. The staff was accommodating and even allowed them to keep the wontons in addition to the correct order.
The orange chicken was highlighted as hot, tender, flavorful, and plentiful. The pork fried rice was also very well-received, satisfying a long-standing craving. The fried dumplings were considered good, although one customer noted the sauce might differ from the dine-in experience but was still enjoyable.
Oriental Star is also noted for its amazing value, with one substantial take-out order costing around $21 and providing several meals. Another reviewer who tried the buffet was not disappointed, finding the food to be very good. Standout items from the buffet included fresh-tasting salmon, good shrimp, loved hot and sour soup, crispy yet not dry sweet and sour chicken, and a very spicy chili crunch/oil. Favorite desserts were the bananas in sauce and crispy sugar dumplings. This customer highly recommends Oriental Star.
In summary, Oriental Star appears to be a Chinese restaurant in Ionia offering tasty and well-portioned food at a great value, with friendly and accommodating service. They provide both take-out and buffet options, with positive feedback on dishes like orange chicken, pork fried rice, and a variety of buffet items. It seems like a recommended spot for local Chinese cuisine.
Oriental Star Location
331 N Dexter St, Ionia, MI 48846, USA
Customer Reviews
I ordered orange chicken, pork fried rice and fried wontons for take out. I meant fried dumplings! Ugh! (I was absolutely exhausted and jet-lagged.) But the lady was super sweet about it and said since I was still there she could change it for me. I really appreciated that, but then she let me keep the wontons, too! That was good because I don't think I've ever had them. That gave me a chance to try them (I'm not a fan. They were super greasy and not much meat.) The orange chicken was delicious! It was hot, tender, flavorful and plentiful! The pork fried rice ended a months-long craving. It was so good! The dumplings were good but I didn't love the sauce. I feel like it's different when you dine in. I'm not sure. Either way, I still ate them. The value is also amazing! All of that food was only about $21 and I had several meals from it.
Food was very good and the staff was friendly and helpful. I tried a little bit of everything at the buffet and was not disappointed. The salmon tasted fresh and not overly fishy, the shrimp was good as well. Loved the hot and sour soup. Sweet and sour chicken was crispy but not dried out. The chili crunch/oil is very spicy!! 🥵🔥 Great for clearing out your sinuses tho!! 😅 Lots of desserts to choose from but the bananas in the sauce and the crispy sugar dumpling things are my favorite! Definitely would recommend!
The food is absolutely delicious and there are many great options. The owners are very nice and gracious. Our waitress , Ava who we've had several times is always pleasant and accommodating. Definitely recommend you try this establishment!
As of May 7th, 2022, the buffet has resumed business after its long closure for the COVID. The food is fresh and tastes good. Some trays are empty and there are no other customers. That is probably due to its new opening. Price wise I think it's $1-2 above average for the amount of food offered. Regular lunch price is $10.55 (include tax and before tips). The plates/bowls are disposable foam and look cheap. Overall a nice little buffet if you are craving Chinese food in a small town.
Yummy food every time we go. Service is quick and very polite. Food is ample in the buffet and changed out regularly.
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