Old Mandarin Islamic - Reviews

My experience at this restaurant was amazing. The service was super fast, and they served some of the best Chinese food I've ever had. We make it a point to eat here every time we take our daughter to the zoo. It's definitely kid-friendly, with high chairs and a casual atmosphere. Parking is easy with free street parking and plenty of spaces. The price per person is around $20–30, and they have a vegetarian menu or section that I highly recommend. There was no wait time. The atmosphere was rated a 3, service a 5, and food a 5.

My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The food here is absolutely delicious, and I especially recommend trying the tripe – it's amazing. The people working here are beyond welcoming, making the service exceptional. I can't think of anything to dislike, and I'll definitely be coming back here over and over again.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but I want to share my most recent experience here. I’ve been to this restaurant at least five times since moving from China a couple of years ago, and unfortunately, the quality has noticeably declined while the prices have gone up. Our recent meal for two came out to almost $200, with a mandatory 16% tip already added to the bill, leaving no option to reduce or adjust it. Food: • The lamb was not fresh — a big disappointment, especially for a halal restaurant where freshness should be a priority. • The hotpot broth was very bland, and since I don’t use dipping sauces, the lack of flavor in the meat was obvious. • The mushu beef had far too many vegetables and very little meat. • The seafood bun was just okay, but at $20+ each, I expected more filling compared to the thick bun. Service: There was essentially no service. No water was provided (only bottled water for purchase), and when we asked for extra bowls, staff were too busy — we ended up using teacups as dipping bowls. Overall, the value just isn’t there anymore. With declining food quality, high prices, and poor service, I don’t think I’ll be returning.

I've been coming here for years, man, and today I ordered food to go, and it was not good. I'm so disappointed. The food was always so good, but today was not it. Not cool. The Shrimp fried rice was not good, nor was the beef and broccoli.

It’s a great spot to try halal Chinese cuisine. My favorite food was cumin lamb and beef soup. It’s in a neighborhoods location, and the surroundings make this place feel more of an authentic experience. Overall, the food is great, but it can be pricey.

What started as an ill-timed, latte-induced, cold-sweat-level emergency pit stop mid-jog, ended with the absolute best beef with broccoli dish of my life. Though the dish was purchased (to go) out of pure obligation and consumed hours later when things had "settled out", I will definitely be returning under more comfortable circumstances to enjoy it properly.

My experience at this restaurant was centered around the great food. The lemon chicken was a must-try. While the service wasn't exceptional, the overall quality of the food made it worthwhile. The atmosphere was also rated highly. It's a place where you come for the food and don't expect too much in terms of service.

My experience at this restaurant was very negative. The service was rude, crude, and basic. The prices were massively overpriced, making it one of the worst restaurant experiences I've had recently. The dishes had barely any meat, and the portions were small. I also don't trust the 'Islamic' in the name and believe the Halal status needs to be verified.

My experience at this restaurant was extremely disappointing. The prices were extremely high and the food was tasteless. For a party of 5, they automatically added an 18% gratuity, and the service was super bad. We were the only family there, and our server didn't even ask if we needed water. I strongly advise against falling for the Halal option, as it is not worth it.

My experience at this restaurant was not what I expected. The service was not great at all, and the food was oily and had a funky smell. We ate there because our group was large (15+), but the place felt underwhelming. There was a mandatory tip included—what was that for, given the lack of service? I understand we had a big group, but the staff didn’t provide much service. My mother and aunt couldn’t even finish their meals because of the smell. *Thumps down*.