11 Best Chinese Restaurants in Waterbury

“I’m originally from NYC and was craving some Chinese food but was nervous about how it might taste here in CT. I googled Chinese food near me after I finished shopping and this place popped up first with great reviews so I said let’s give it a try. So glad I took the leap of faith!! The food was very fresh, tasty and a great portion. I will definitely be returning to try another one of my NYC favorites.“

“The food soothes the pallet, and the atmosphere is great! The Home made duck sauce was the best I've had, shumai was tender, and crab ragoons were the freshest. The shrimp fried rice and pineapple fried rice are very good. I always keep a look out for who has the best orange chicken, and this place has it. Everything is well kept and clean, as well as the bathrooms. The hostess is exceptionally accommodating.“

“1/11/2025 Hello, it’s the picky eater again, I just wanted to share a few things in reference to one of my favorite takeout places in Connecticut. I treat myself to wonton soup with five extra wontons and a small house fried rice about once a week. So, after traveling, shopping and visiting family on Sunday, my husband and I decided we didn’t have the energy to cook dinner. Our first choice was Mona Lisa, in Waterbury( we are going to try the Family takeout menu for the first time ) but they were closed for vacation. So we opted to go to New Moon Chinese Resturant . As I have mentioned in some of my previous restaurant reviews, when I come across something that I enjoy , and the restaurant is consistent in how they make the food, and the food has plenty of flavors and choices, I usually frequent the establishment multiple times. My husband and I ordered takeout . This is what we ordered: one large wonton soup with five extra wontons, one large house fried shrimp and chicken rice , one general T’so chicken meal, fried chicken wings, and shrimp egg fu young. $49.00 plus tip. I enjoyed my regular picks Wonton soup( I add a lot of spinach, a boiled egg and rice to my soup )🍲. This was perfect for me. Everyone also has to keep in mind that I am a very finicky eater. But, I do try to go outside the box every now and again to try something different. I ordered the general T’so chicken. I do have to say it looked delicious, but it didn’t make the cut for me. I also don’t like foods that I have to chew for days. The general T’so was too salty for me and the meat was very stringy. I have to give that one a thumbs down. The fried chicken wings were good on a scale of 1 to 10 I would give them an 8. I cannot personally comment on any of the food that my husband ate, but, he did say it was delicious and he had it the next day for lunch. general T’so chicken did not do well with reheating, it was extremely hard and chewy the next day. The house fried rice and the wonton soup 👍🏽 all day long.
I also will continue to get my regular large wonton soup with five extra wontons and a small house fried shrimp and chicken rice. (I usually get three meals out of this one order.)😋“

“I feel bad that when I order I'm sometimes not feeling well but the soup it's something about it because it always makes me feel better I've had there pork fried rice and there food is great. And the smile I get when I get my food that's customer service. The atmosphere to me it's like walking in to one of the restaurants in China town New York City where I grew up it's a great feeling like you never want to leave. Well for me this is my experience.“

“Spicy diced chicken is 🔥 🔥🔥. Won't go to another place in town again.“

“The BEST IN WATERBURY. Always Fresh rice and big portions. NEVER NEVER HAD A PROBLEM. Eating their food over 14 YEARS.“

“The best Golden fingers compared to others, it tastes and looks like actual chicken! Egg rolls and fried rice also always fresh and flavorful!! Staff is always friendly and orders always ready on time! Not my fav style for the crab Rangoon or the boneless spare ribs, but also not bad. I just prefer my rangoons more cream cheesy, but these were still really good. Soft center crispy outside perfectly cooked and not too greasy! Had a yummy chive? Flavor!“

“My happy place to go to. Even they are busy on the phone or waiting on customers the staff still great me in a very appreciate way. The family works hard everyday making the place a success. I recommend the lunch combons. Love the chicken and broccoli. My family is always happy with the amount of food we get and how hot the food is when it gets delivered to us. We get a free soda from the nice lady that works behind the counter. Have been going there for years.“

“I like it for a Chinese restaurant. The reason why I give it only 4 stars is it is in my opinion what every Chinese restaurant should do. With that being said I will reiterate that I do like their fried chicken and never had a complaint with the food itself. Delivery is a different story but even then it's not horrible.“

“Went last week and I’m happy to get the same food and experience as I did going there as a kid. It’s hard to find anything that hasn’t changed so I give the staff/owner much credit for being reliable and managing to keep the same price of admission all these years. If you can find a reason to complain about an all you can eat buffet for $15 there’s something wrong with you. This place deserves“

“I looked up Chinese restaurants. This was the closest to me and their prices were lower. I was very worried I was looking for trouble by going for the less expensive. Not even close. The food was excellent. The employees were very friendly. Parking is horrific. Location seems to be a scary part of town. That said, there were so many people in the restaurant as well as standing outside, who apparently live in the area. It looks to me the locals all love this place. And, for good reason. Great prices and good food.“