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New Mandarin Garden Restaurant in Laguna Niguel

4.3 (85) 23902 Aliso Creek Rd, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677, United States

Categories

Chinese restaurant
Asian restaurant
Cantonese restaurant
Chinese takeaway
Fast food restaurant
Restaurant

Location on the map

Laguna Niguel, Orange County, California, US

Phone: +1 949-495-0281
Site: https://newmandaringardenln.com/

Opening hours

Monday:11:30 AM–3 PM
Tuesday:11:30 AM–3 PM
Wednesday:11:30 AM–3 PM
Thursday:11:30 AM–3 PM
Friday:11:30 AM–3 PM
Saturday:11:30 AM–3 PM
Sunday:11:30 AM–3 PM

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Total reviews rating 4.3

85 Reviews for New Mandarin Garden Restaurant 2024:

Review №1

2022-11-23 20:58:03

The best gluten free orange chicken I think I’ve ever had.They use cornstarch.Sooo good. I really considered going into the kitchen and hugging the chef but I assume that is frowned upon.The to go menu has gluten free marked but the regular one does not.

Review №2

2023-09-03 02:04:45

Ordered take out. Obviously not fresh. The Sweet and Sour Pork looked like it had been reheated in the wok and carrots and onions were burnt. No reason to continue. $75 for stale food, we will not return.

Review №3

2023-09-12 22:13:13

Im glad to have found this lovely restaurant. The service is fast and friendly. The food is really tasty. I recommend the fish.

Review №4

2023-05-23 20:42:39

Be careful when ordering, especially by phone. They charged us for Dinner meals when it was supposed to be lunch special. After I left, i realized their error. When I went back to ask they clarify, it was basically a “too bad for you” answer. They overcharged by $10, and they could care lesss. And got away with it. Pathetic people.

Review №5

2023-12-08 04:49:54

I went to the new Mandarin garden in San Clemente, and had a very good experience. Not sure if this one is related.

Review №6

2020-01-02 02:39:43

Really beyond my expectations. Delicious food and great service! Highly recommend😋

Review №7

2022-05-26 04:58:38

Left to RightKung Pao Bean Curd: 9-10Orange Bean Curd (Orange Chicken): 5-10, not breaded and not orange taste.Definitely going back though.

Review №8

2022-10-28 16:50:21

We had a bad experience with the food. The male server was nice. We ordered the Kung pao dish with 3 meats but replaced the beef with pork. The pork and chicken tasted awful, you can tell it was very old. The fried rice was saturated with oil and the wonton soup came out warm not hot. We only asked for an exchange for a different dish on the Kung Pau dish, we were afraid to eat it for fear of getting sick. The server was super nice but the lady name Ginger went back in the kitchen was literally screaming 😱 the whole time until the dish was done cooking then she brought it out and slammed it down on our table and walked away. We didnt eat that dish or the rice. We payed our bill and left. We will never go back and we do not recommend this place for the food quality. It was awful. Prices are extremely high for low quality.

Review №9

2023-05-26 04:11:35

Delicious food. House special chow mein, orange chicken taste good. Great customer service too!

Review №10

2022-09-19 15:18:41

Id not been in a long while, we both remembered it being pretty good. Def not the best around. We got two meals to swap n share. Mushu pork and I dont even remember the other item which tells me it was only do so...(yawn) think it was orange or cashew chicken? Neither were bad, just not craveworthy-cant- wait-to- go-back-great.

Review №11

2023-05-31 16:43:25

Food was good and decent prices.

Review №12

2022-12-27 02:12:27

Only one waiter in the restaurant on 25th Dec was serving 12-13 tables or more. No water we had to pay 50 cents for a bottle, only paper dish, no silverware but plastics and no service, foods were cold. Big disappointment.That poor waiter, I had to tip him 15%, I think that wasnt his fault.

Review №13

2022-12-04 06:34:21

The friendliest staff in the world. These are the greatest people to ever run a restaurant. The food is amazing as well. Dine in and enjoy the peaceful fountain with koi fish!

Review №14

2022-05-07 02:27:53

Delicious food with absolutely wonderful customer service! My family has been eating here for the past 5 years and have never been disappointed. Our go to when we don’t have the time to cook at home.

Review №15

2022-02-02 08:28:05

I cannot believe my first time here was just last weekend. Such a treat to enjoy truly excellent and authentic Chinese food, great service by happy people. The owners are equally as friendly. I cannot wait to go back!

Review №16

2021-05-09 20:36:46

Good restaurant take out. The food is really tasty.

Review №17

2022-08-02 16:47:42

Craving Chinese food and had to try this place. It did not disappoint. The food was fresh and exactly what we were craving. Friendly staff and clean. We will be back!

Review №18

2018-07-10 16:58:42

Just had dinner here with my loved one as we are new in the neighborhood and she’s been wanting to try this place for a while. Well, they deliver good food, good service with a smile on their face. We both enjoyed our dining experience here and we’re looking forward to coming back real soon. Give this place a try!

Review №19

2022-12-26 04:18:55

Good is decent. Went on Christmas Day and was disappointed. We were given paper plates and plastic forks for our dine IN meal.

Review №20

2017-11-19 04:17:08

My wife and I searched for a while to find a great Chinese food sit down restaurant. This is easily the best weve found in the South Orange County area.The friendly owner acts as the host and is here daily. Their food is consistent and delicious. It is also one of those rare places that still serve Egg Foo Young.Come hungry and try the Lemon Chicken and Beef with Snow Peas.

Review №21

2023-05-08 03:44:19

Small servings, food quality not great, flavor pretty good.

Review №22

2015-05-10 21:08:19

We happen upon this spot on a Saturday night and where pleasantly surprised by this little gem next to Whole Foods. It was sparkling clean and bright with a friendly and engaging staff. Best of all was that our food was very tasty and the leftovers provided another feast on Sunday night. Extra bonus was that the affordable prices make this a place to which we will return time and time again!

Review №23

2017-09-09 22:41:21

The place and food is pretty fancy, clean place, good service, and good food.Personal reviews on food:hunan beef: 5/5 spicy and awesomehouse specialty beef: 3/5 flavor is a tad odd, but pretty goodsweet and sour chicken: 1/5 had no real taste. could definitely go with a much stronger/potent sauce.

Review №24

2022-10-08 21:27:30

Food was Ok. Reason they are getting 1 star is because their portions are small and overpriced and Ginger was rude on the phone when I asked a few questions about their lunch specials.

Review №25

2019-07-14 21:06:51

Been going here since I was a little kid. They changed ownership but I would say the quality of food has remained close to the same. Some times it can be a little greasy/salty, depending on the menu choice. But altogether a great local Chinese food option that is more traditional.

Review №26

2021-09-23 22:41:30

We had everything from fried rice, BBQ pork to crispy duck and it was all great!The service was good too! I will be returning.Laguna Niguel location

Review №27

2022-10-19 06:33:22

I’ve visited the old laguna Niguel location and my family has been loyal for years! Good food, amazing portions!

Review №28

2021-12-07 01:03:40

Good American Chinese food. Great flavor and good portion. Theres a koi pond in the restaurant too. Our kids loved it! Top notch service too.

Review №29

2023-04-04 16:46:51

Poor quality food. Duck was dry and inedible. Take away came in styrofoam containers.

Review №30

2019-02-17 08:51:15

If youre looking for classic chinese (from an Americans perspective), Mandarin Garden is great. Ive not visited the location, but the food never fails to please each time Ive had it delivered. I prefer Mandarin Garden to several others Ive tried in the area. Additionally, theyre making positive changes since weve been customers. Recipes seem to have improved, and the quality goes up all the time. For that alone they get 5 stars from me.

Review №31

2018-01-24 06:46:28

Our family has been coming here for the last 8 years or we have our food delivered. The staff are friendly, the food is tasty and made with good quality meats and ingredients. Some of our favorites include walnut shrimp, kung pao chicken, garlic shrimp, and the eggrolls to name a few. Dont change a thing Mandarin Garden!

Review №32

2018-11-25 01:34:35

Friendly staff with tasty food. Always good with or family and engage our kids to speak Mandarin with them. Also our kids love the koi fish in the fountain in the center of the dining room.

Review №33

2019-10-24 06:22:42

My wife and I absolutely love this place. Never disappoints. We’ve dined in and grab food to go a lot. Always very good. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

Review №34

2018-11-12 08:27:59

Good food although understaffed. Hostess (owner) was rude and did not seat people as soon as tables cleared. Once the restaurant became less busy, she was quite pleasant.

Review №35

2022-03-03 00:29:44

Friendly, food is ok but not what Im used to.Place is clean and very friendly staff. My Fam like it, Im ok with it but would not go back.

Review №36

2021-12-31 18:07:35

Their food and service are excellent every time and this restaurant is our family’s favourite place to eat Chinese food.Thank you, Ginger and all the stuff!John

Review №37

2022-05-23 22:47:32

Its a very good Chinese restaurant, service is good and food is great. I love that its very quiet in there and Ive had a good eating experience

Review №38

2018-07-31 19:35:47

Great food, great location. Ginger was a pleasure to speak with. Service was outstanding. Give this place a try. I suggest Honey Walnut Shrimp and hand made Pot Stickers

Review №39

2016-02-04 20:26:43

I ordered the cream cheese wontons, house special beef, and the house special egg fo young. All but the cream cheese wontons was delicious! The beef was wonderfully flavored, juicy, and tender. The egg fo youngs were massive and perfectly cooked. My only complaint is that they put the gravy sauce on top instead of the side to add to taste. Also wish I had ordered the shrimp egg fo young as that was my favorite. The cream cheese wontons werent bad they were just ordinary. With a name as Mandarin Garden Cream Cheese Wontons I was expecting something above average, maybe some mandarin zest in the cream cheese, over the finished product or even a mandarin dipping sauce. Lack of creativity on a dish they could have made their very own but an overall great tasting experience and would highly recommend.

Review №40

2019-04-06 04:29:17

Enjoyed the very tasty food and the service was great. Very nice greeting and we were sat immediately. They were busy but we got first class service.

Review №41

2019-06-17 22:47:09

Food is great for local TakeOut. I am new to area yet eat ToGo Vegetarian Dishes from here regularly!Small restaurant in large, established shopping center with much to do and see.

Review №42

2022-08-26 17:33:11

This is a restaurant very hard to foundGood tasteEnjoyable place to eatVery friendlyVery cleanThanks to all whos serving, cooking

Review №43

2018-09-17 17:22:24

Great food and service. Loved the bbq pork with Chinese vegetables. Also the largest egg foo young I have ever had.

Review №44

2020-03-30 01:05:04

Excellent food and service at this underrated restaurant next door to Whole Foods. The food is delicious goes down easy and is reasonably priced. Highly recommend.

Review №45

2016-04-25 14:02:10

Weve been going there since the kids were tiny. The people are so niceFood is good and they accommodate everyones taste buds.

Review №46

2019-03-31 14:48:09

The food was mediocre and expensive. The tables were extremely close to each other. We didnt get the drinks we ordered. For the price I would go to the whole foods next door instead.

Review №47

2016-06-20 03:23:49

This place as good tasting food - though not very traditional Chinese. I like that they have a lot of vegetarian options, and I love their sze chuan wontons. My only critique is that their dishes are a bit oily.

Review №48

2017-11-03 23:17:02

Ive only ever had lunch here because it is too far to try a take out from for my home or to drive to for dinner, but everything Ive had here has been better than average and I have pretty high standards for Chinese food.

Review №49

2017-11-08 04:48:41

Under new ownership and since they took it over quality, flavor and portion size has dramatically diminished. It was an excellent establishment prior to new owners; very disappointing.

Review №50

2022-01-24 15:20:03

Great rice noodles for gluten sensitive folks. Tasty and fresh. Friendly and fast

Review №51

2017-11-11 18:53:46

I had a big party for my daughter and her friends last night, food was great and service was excellent, we had a wonderful time in this restaurant, we’ll come back again.

Review №52

2022-05-17 19:40:38

Had their lunch special. Price is great for the generous portions.

Review №53

2017-03-26 03:16:38

The food is SO delcious and their service is excellent. The honey walnut shrimp is definitely my favorite

Review №54

2019-08-04 23:31:43

The food is excellent. The service is deft and sincere. My favorite Chinese restaurant!

Review №55

2022-08-06 23:18:27

First time, and love the food and prices are good too. Will go again thats for sure.

Review №56

2014-03-06 21:45:38

Excellent atmosphere and incredible food served by friendly, happy staff. I highly recommend this restaurant!

Review №57

2017-07-27 02:38:27

Great place ! Very friendly service and they let your kiddos feed the fish :) we will def be back !

Review №58

2019-07-29 05:04:01

Love the won ton soup and shrimp with snow peas. Great service and clean bathrooms.

Review №59

2020-05-27 01:19:21

Great customer service and amazing food! Very fresh. Will be back

Review №60

2021-08-04 02:39:10

Wonderful food, excellent service. We will be back.

Review №61

2019-02-16 06:32:06

Cozy little restaurant with a koi pond in the middle of the dining floor. Great food excellent service good prices.

Review №62

2020-08-08 03:23:30

Always delicious, fast, and everyone that works there has always been really nice!

Review №63

2022-09-09 09:04:57

The food is good, the people are nice and I like the koi fountain.

Review №64

2019-09-02 01:19:43

Good and consistent food and service. Clean little place with only few tables.

Review №65

2018-07-26 03:56:41

Great service, great good, decent pricing. Perfect for local yummy take out.

Review №66

2019-01-29 01:16:19

All the food here is delicious especially the spare ribs!

Review №67

2020-12-12 23:20:55

Outstanding food! Very fresh and delicious!

Review №68

2020-11-21 18:39:30

Excellent food and friendly family owned business.

Review №69

2020-09-09 02:26:45

Not good. Stay away

Review №70

2018-02-03 02:49:49

For basic Chinese this place is pretty good and reasonably priced.

Review №71

2017-06-11 03:54:34

I could hardly put my chop sticks down! 🎊 Congratulations Ginger!🎉🎉🎉

Review №72

2017-05-31 02:52:22

Yes, try the Walnut Shrimp: Delicious.

Review №73

2019-01-04 14:51:09

Very good fish and attentive staff

Review №74

2015-11-19 04:13:11

Finally found a good and affordable chinese restaurant!

Review №75

2018-06-20 07:07:30

Not bad. Decent shrimp.

Review №76

2018-10-18 23:17:58

Very accommodating to my allergies;

Review №77

2018-12-08 20:59:43

Nice food good service

Review №78

2018-12-09 02:35:53

Rude staff = mismanaged

Review №79

2019-06-26 23:50:17

Great food.

Review №80

2021-03-14 18:58:29

Fresh and tasty food

Review №81

2017-02-16 00:15:56

Amazing!!

Review №82

2020-02-09 04:32:38

Food was good.

Review №83

2022-07-11 04:41:39

Had dinner

Review №84

2022-12-15 03:16:44

Bad service and a long wait for food, think carefully before comingBad service and a long wait for food, think carefully before coming

Review №85

2018-04-30 01:12:50

B9ooooooooo