Chan Phengs Mandarin Cuisine in Chico

Review №1

2023-05-09 03:04:50

First Chinese restaurant in Chico. Sarah, our server, was smart and congenial. Place was almost empty at around 7 PM. The celebrations of 5 de Mayo, perhaps? Restaurant was clean overall, so we proceeded to get a Family Special for two, to the tune of $17.50 each. Consisted of the following: 2 egg rolls, 2 foil wrapped chicken, and those big fried thin bread? Won ton soup for two, Almond chicken. Mongolian beef, White rice for 2, and apart a Combination Fried Rice.Egg rolls were average at best, 3 Stars. Wrapped chicken no finesse in the execution, 2.5 Stars. Those fried whatever 1 Stars. Won ton soup chicken tasting broth, served lukewarm which really is bad practice, most know soup and hot temperature go together, but if the chef doesn’t know that, then who does in their kitchen? 3.5 Stars. Almond chicken easy to enjoy, 3.5 Stars. Mongolian beef, small serving but agreeable, 3.5 Stars. Order of Combination Fried Rice, $13.50, more rice and more beef than the other two, a very famous Chinese philosopher said that when expensive combination fried rice is mostly rice, no bargain but good flavor, 3 Stars.No tea offered, a fine tradition, that in this place was a no show. Service can’t complain, 4 Stars. Water tasted good, 4 Stars. Steamed rice just that.Total $54+. Plus gratuity. Decent folks running this place. 3.5 Stars.

Review №2

2023-02-13 22:13:19

Date night, so my wife and I tried something new in Chico. So glad we did, our we wouldnt know about this small gem. Hidden in a small corner on Mangrove Ave, we pulled in and entered to a small dining area with a large windowed view of the kitchen. Plus 1, as we could see our meal being prepared. Service is quick and thorough, and the staff are knowledgeable about the menu. We ordered the Sizzling Rice soup for 2, Lemon Chicken, Szechuan Beef, Shrimp and Scallops with vegetables, and Special Chow Mein. Our 2 person table was soon too crowded to eat off of, as the dishes were larger than expected. These were packed with flavor, and overflowing with sauce. The vegetables were crisp, the seafood was perfect... not rubbery or bland, the beef was spicy but not so spicy you couldnt enjoy it. The chicken was falling apart, and the citrus flavor was spot-on. The chow mein was plentiful and packed with shrimp/pork/chicken/veggies... all cooked to perfection. We ate, and left with MORE than enough for lunch the next day. Prices are fair, and the atmosphere is cosy. This could... COULD, become our go-to for Chinese in Chico, giving Happy Garden a serious run for its money. AND, their take-out game is STRONG!! Dont be afraid of doing either.

Review №3

2023-07-15 14:44:20

Ive loved coming to chan phengs for years now. Its really the superior quality of their dishes that has kept me coming back again and again all of these years. Might seem a tad pricey to some, but as they state, theyre not a fast food restaurant and excellent flavor takes time to create!

Review №4

2023-11-26 00:50:20

Don’t understand how this spot is highly rated. I’m a Mandarin / Cantonese international student and was not impressed by the food at all?Not sure why the food was cold considering there were only 3 other tables. At least they acknowledged & comp’d it.

Review №5

2023-06-14 05:31:42

Food was great! It was made fast and well.Staff was friendly and responsive. Restaurant was really dark though. Some better lighting would really make it friendly.

Review №6

2023-12-09 03:57:56

Food is very fresh and service excellent.

Review №7

2023-08-27 01:51:56

The soup is so tasty! The entrees are satisfying and plentiful. ❤️

Review №8

2023-09-23 15:10:31

The food tasted so fresh and delicious. I left satisfied.

Review №9

2022-03-03 20:57:25

I loved it here. Classic Asian restaurant atmosphere, but the server was weird but amazing. Perfect customer service I have seen in a long time. As for the food... It his the spot. I have trouble finding a place were my significant other and I both enjoy the food, and this place didnt disappoint either of us. Their special dinner plates served family style was perfect. I honestly dont have a single complaint about my visit.

Review №10

2022-03-17 15:11:07

The most amazing and fun dining experience my son and I have ever had. Food was excellent. The hostess/server made us feel so welcome and even kept us laughing. The kitchen is super clean, which you can see through the viewing window in the restaurant. Thank you for a wonderful experience, we will definitely be back soon.