12/28/07

just disappointed

by kevinchiu

my friends and I ordered four lunches, only one was edible, The food came out quick but the service was terrible. I don't think I'll be going back

• Pros: comfortable ambience in dining room
• Cons: food quality, service, bathroom

12/20/06

Avoid Take Out

by ipstuff

My wife and I have always liked this resturant, but since our son was borned we have been regulated to eat take out. Since his birth 3 years ago, we have seen decrease in quality, quantity, and kindness. We have tried out many items off the menu thinking it might be off day, but each time it was same bad experience with the taste. I know, it is take out, it might be bad because it might be cold, but I assure you that another Chinese resturant down the highway 5 miles further is much better quality and quantity but not great customer care. Therefore, I think this resturant is not good for take out.

• Pros: Easy parking
• Cons: Take out food is bad in terms of taste and quantity.

07/17/06

We'll be back

by uclagirl

This weekend marked my first visit to Mandarin Gourmet, and we'll be back--even though we don't live in the San Jose area.

The food was served very quickly, in spite of the large crowd at tables and waiting to be seated. Each dish was wonderful, even the ones that normally leave me cold. Cashew chicken generally seems a bit bland, but not at Mandarin Gourmet! There it is delicious, with rich flavors in the sauce. The sesame chicken was just spicy enough, and the prawns with honey walnuts were fantastic.

Being "Americanized" or "inauthentic" doesn't mean something isn't good. It just means it's different from its origins. Mandarin Gourmet proves this point.

• Pros: speedy service
• Cons: crowded