Best soup dumplings I've had in the state. Made fresh when order. I will be back for this again. Beef noodle has 3 large pieces of meat. Broth is great, noodle could be better. Still 2nd best I have had in NJ
David P.
It is not the same restaurant it has been for years. Many people we have spoken to about this restaurant agreed that the food and service have gone downhill.
Maryanne M.
First of all this used to be the best Chinese food around!! Not anymore!! The only thing I like was the chicken and broccoli, that's it! Everything else had no flavor at all. What happened to this place ?? Rushing us to order, hovering over us while we ate, then the manager comes over and tells my friend not to put any plates on the menus because then they must clean them!! Well i work in a restaurant and we clean every menu after we pick them up from the tables!! So rude!! 8:15 they tell us the kitchen is closed so no dessert!! Well thankfully we went to Denville dairy downtown, !! Will not be returning there , the food was not good tonight and the staff was rude. Go back to the original place that we loved!! This was a waste of a trip! Shame!
John Henes
Always a great dinner and a wonderful time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot & Sour Soup, Crispy Noodles, Classic Wonton Soup, Pu Pu Platter, Seafood Delight in Bird's Nest
Michael Kane
Ordered online for pick up. Got to the restaurant and told order never put in, in spite of me having an order number and having already paid. This is unacceptable. Beware- do not order for take out if you are on a schedule.
Food: 4
Service: 1
M J
Love the egg rolls. The food never disappoints. So yummy ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Chris Johnston
Absolutely the best. Always delicious, love this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ronald Regen
Mei Fun was tasteless. They brought Curry Sauce and Hot Sauce, but little improvementEverything else was spectacular.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steamed Soup Dumplings Xiao Long Bao
EE Grimshaw
Even if you're not into Chinese food, you've got to admire the style that comes with it. My top-tier chums and I came here for lunch yesterday after The Pasta Shop had a 90-minute wait (which annoyed them/pretty much quashed any interest they had in trying to go back, and made me want to go even more - so it goes), and were rewarded with approximately a 30-second wait for a table here. Boy is there a lot to look at; I'm not going to risk using incorrect terminology in describing this building, but it's a lot. I'm assuming it's a fairly accurate interpretation of an "authentic" Chinese structure, but that's as far as I'm going. Very unique, very cool. And as someone who has spent a bit of time at a time vortex Chinese place in Rockland County of late, apparently aquariums are a big part of the decor.If you're looking for information on Hunan's authentic Chinese dishes, you've come to the wrong place - we went so basic, we might as well have ordered this with a side of Uggs and a Pumpkin Spice Latte. I ordered my tried and true Sweet & Sour Chicken, one top-tier chum ordered the Sesame Chicken, and the other top-tier chum ordered General Tso's Chicken. The edgiest item we procured were the steamed pork dumplings app to share.Everything here was very solid. These are obviously items that we'd typically get from a hole-in-the-wall takeout establishment, so it was a nice change of pace to eat the chicken off of actual plates (maybe most people do that too with their takeout orders, but I'm a barbarian through and through). The two keys for me when it comes to sweet & sour chicken are ensuring the chicken isn't overly deep fried where you're eating more fried skin than meat, and that the sauce is on the thicker side. Hunan checked off both boxes here, and since it was served with some vegetables, etc., there was some extra flavoring at play as well. The dumplings were very good as well. I've become more of a soup dumpling adherent in recent years, but I liked the seasoning in the pork and was pleased we got something other than generic chicken with our meal.The service overall was above average. I thought it slowed down noticeably towards the end, though we weren't in a rush or anything. But we'd clearly stopped eating and didn't receive a visit from anyone to pack up the leftovers for about 20 minutes - not egregious, and there were tons of staffers all over the place and it would have been very easy to hail someone down if the urgent need arose. Beyond that, everyone we interacted with was pleasant and efficient.One of my chums noted a party room in the back and was openly pondering the possibility of returning in the near future and hosting a birthday in there. I wasn't QUITE as blown away by this place as she was, but I'd definitely come back. But since I'm not a frisky teenager anymore, I sadly have to pick and choose my moments to chow down on Chinese food these days. The perils of Geriatric Oregon Trail Millennial-hood.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Emma G.
Even if you're not into Chinese food, you've got to admire the style that comes with it. My top-tier chums and I came here for lunch yesterday after The Pasta Shop had a 90-minute wait (which annoyed them/pretty much quashed any interest they had in trying to go back, and made me want to go even more - so it goes), and were rewarded with approximately a 30-second wait for a table here. Boy is there a lot to look at; I'm not going to risk using incorrect terminology in describing this building, but it's a lot. I'm assuming it's a fairly accurate interpretation of an "authentic" Chinese structure, but that's as far as I'm going. Very unique, very cool. And as someone who has spent a bit of time at a time vortex Chinese place in Rockland County of late, apparently aquariums are a big part of the decor. If you're looking for information on Hunan's authentic Chinese dishes, you've come to the wrong place - we went so basic, we might as well have ordered this with a side of Uggs and a Pumpkin Spice Latte. I ordered my tried and true Sweet & Sour Chicken, one top-tier chum ordered the Sesame Chicken, and the other top-tier chum ordered General Tso's Chicken. The edgiest item we procured were the steamed pork dumplings app to share. Everything here was very solid. These are obviously items that we'd typically get from a hole-in-the-wall takeout establishment, so it was a nice change of pace to eat the chicken off of actual plates (maybe most people do that too with their takeout orders, but I'm a barbarian through and through). The two keys for me when it comes to sweet & sour chicken are ensuring the chicken isn't overly deep fried where you're eating more fried skin than meat, and that the sauce is on the thicker side. Hunan checked off both boxes here, and since it was served with some vegetables, etc., there was some extra flavoring at play as well. The dumplings were very good as well. I've become more of a soup dumpling adherent in recent years, but I liked the seasoning in the pork and was pleased we got something other than generic chicken with our meal. The service overall was above average. I thought it slowed down noticeably towards the end, though we weren't in a rush or anything. But we'd clearly stopped eating and didn't receive a visit from anyone to pack up the leftovers for about 20 minutes - not egregious, and there were tons of staffers all over the place and it would have been very easy to hail someone down if the urgent need arose. Beyond that, everyone we interacted with was pleasant and efficient. One of my chums noted a party room in the back and was openly pondering the possibility of returning in the near future and hosting a birthday in there. I wasn't QUITE as blown away by this place as she was, but I'd definitely come back. But since I'm not a frisky teenager anymore, I sadly have to pick and choose my moments to chow down on Chinese food these days. The perils of Geriatric Oregon Trail Millennial-hood.
One of the better options for Chinese food in the area. Ample seating inside with good ambience but tends to get quite busy over the weekends, so make a reservation if you're coming in the evening. This is also one of the few asian restaurants in the area that serves alcohol and they have a wide variety of drinks. I haven't tried too many cocktails here but generally always had a good experience. Large selection of dishes. I've usually gone with the Hunan Style Tofu which comes with a decent serving of vegetables (especially Broccoli), and can be made spicy if you prefer. The fried rice is also pretty solid in my opinion. Also would recommend the dumplings as you get quite a few pieces. Overall, this place is a bit on the expensive side which is probably the main drawback but the portion sizes are fairly generous. I wouldn't say this place is super authentic compared to what you can get closer to NYC but for this area, it gets the job done. Service is average. Better than most Chinese take-out restaurants but worse than most sit-down restaurants. Pretty typical Denville parking, most likely use the lot below or street parking on the side. To get inside you get past these huge doors, and you'll see several fish tanks inside with several fish swimming along.
Bill D.
Was amazing but has gone down hill. The food has become very oily. Service isn't what is used to be either. Usually the food is great 19/20 times. The last 4 times I have gone there it is nothing like it was. It is also extremely expensive. I don't mind paying more for really good chinese, but it isn't really good anymore. 1. Overpriced and very expensive 2. Oily 3. Mediocre service 4. Not very tasty anymore 5. Beautiful restaurant and atmosphere. You are paying for atmosphere and rent when you go there.
Brad Brumm
Fantastic place! Food is delicious and the service is great too. Big menu to choose from as well.Parking: There's parking in front and on the side and then there's a lower lot as well.
Best soup dumplings I've had in the state. Made fresh when order. I will be back for this again. Beef noodle has 3 large pieces of meat. Broth is great, noodle could be better. Still 2nd best I have had in NJ
It is not the same restaurant it has been for years. Many people we have spoken to about this restaurant agreed that the food and service have gone downhill.
First of all this used to be the best Chinese food around!! Not anymore!! The only thing I like was the chicken and broccoli, that's it! Everything else had no flavor at all. What happened to this place ?? Rushing us to order, hovering over us while we ate, then the manager comes over and tells my friend not to put any plates on the menus because then they must clean them!! Well i work in a restaurant and we clean every menu after we pick them up from the tables!! So rude!! 8:15 they tell us the kitchen is closed so no dessert!! Well thankfully we went to Denville dairy downtown, !! Will not be returning there , the food was not good tonight and the staff was rude. Go back to the original place that we loved!! This was a waste of a trip! Shame!
Always a great dinner and a wonderful time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot & Sour Soup, Crispy Noodles, Classic Wonton Soup, Pu Pu Platter, Seafood Delight in Bird's Nest
Ordered online for pick up. Got to the restaurant and told order never put in, in spite of me having an order number and having already paid. This is unacceptable. Beware- do not order for take out if you are on a schedule.
Food: 4
Service: 1
Love the egg rolls. The food never disappoints. So yummy ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Absolutely the best. Always delicious, love this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mei Fun was tasteless. They brought Curry Sauce and Hot Sauce, but little improvementEverything else was spectacular.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steamed Soup Dumplings Xiao Long Bao
Even if you're not into Chinese food, you've got to admire the style that comes with it. My top-tier chums and I came here for lunch yesterday after The Pasta Shop had a 90-minute wait (which annoyed them/pretty much quashed any interest they had in trying to go back, and made me want to go even more - so it goes), and were rewarded with approximately a 30-second wait for a table here. Boy is there a lot to look at; I'm not going to risk using incorrect terminology in describing this building, but it's a lot. I'm assuming it's a fairly accurate interpretation of an "authentic" Chinese structure, but that's as far as I'm going. Very unique, very cool. And as someone who has spent a bit of time at a time vortex Chinese place in Rockland County of late, apparently aquariums are a big part of the decor.If you're looking for information on Hunan's authentic Chinese dishes, you've come to the wrong place - we went so basic, we might as well have ordered this with a side of Uggs and a Pumpkin Spice Latte. I ordered my tried and true Sweet & Sour Chicken, one top-tier chum ordered the Sesame Chicken, and the other top-tier chum ordered General Tso's Chicken. The edgiest item we procured were the steamed pork dumplings app to share.Everything here was very solid. These are obviously items that we'd typically get from a hole-in-the-wall takeout establishment, so it was a nice change of pace to eat the chicken off of actual plates (maybe most people do that too with their takeout orders, but I'm a barbarian through and through). The two keys for me when it comes to sweet & sour chicken are ensuring the chicken isn't overly deep fried where you're eating more fried skin than meat, and that the sauce is on the thicker side. Hunan checked off both boxes here, and since it was served with some vegetables, etc., there was some extra flavoring at play as well. The dumplings were very good as well. I've become more of a soup dumpling adherent in recent years, but I liked the seasoning in the pork and was pleased we got something other than generic chicken with our meal.The service overall was above average. I thought it slowed down noticeably towards the end, though we weren't in a rush or anything. But we'd clearly stopped eating and didn't receive a visit from anyone to pack up the leftovers for about 20 minutes - not egregious, and there were tons of staffers all over the place and it would have been very easy to hail someone down if the urgent need arose. Beyond that, everyone we interacted with was pleasant and efficient.One of my chums noted a party room in the back and was openly pondering the possibility of returning in the near future and hosting a birthday in there. I wasn't QUITE as blown away by this place as she was, but I'd definitely come back. But since I'm not a frisky teenager anymore, I sadly have to pick and choose my moments to chow down on Chinese food these days. The perils of Geriatric Oregon Trail Millennial-hood.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Even if you're not into Chinese food, you've got to admire the style that comes with it. My top-tier chums and I came here for lunch yesterday after The Pasta Shop had a 90-minute wait (which annoyed them/pretty much quashed any interest they had in trying to go back, and made me want to go even more - so it goes), and were rewarded with approximately a 30-second wait for a table here. Boy is there a lot to look at; I'm not going to risk using incorrect terminology in describing this building, but it's a lot. I'm assuming it's a fairly accurate interpretation of an "authentic" Chinese structure, but that's as far as I'm going. Very unique, very cool. And as someone who has spent a bit of time at a time vortex Chinese place in Rockland County of late, apparently aquariums are a big part of the decor. If you're looking for information on Hunan's authentic Chinese dishes, you've come to the wrong place - we went so basic, we might as well have ordered this with a side of Uggs and a Pumpkin Spice Latte. I ordered my tried and true Sweet & Sour Chicken, one top-tier chum ordered the Sesame Chicken, and the other top-tier chum ordered General Tso's Chicken. The edgiest item we procured were the steamed pork dumplings app to share. Everything here was very solid. These are obviously items that we'd typically get from a hole-in-the-wall takeout establishment, so it was a nice change of pace to eat the chicken off of actual plates (maybe most people do that too with their takeout orders, but I'm a barbarian through and through). The two keys for me when it comes to sweet & sour chicken are ensuring the chicken isn't overly deep fried where you're eating more fried skin than meat, and that the sauce is on the thicker side. Hunan checked off both boxes here, and since it was served with some vegetables, etc., there was some extra flavoring at play as well. The dumplings were very good as well. I've become more of a soup dumpling adherent in recent years, but I liked the seasoning in the pork and was pleased we got something other than generic chicken with our meal. The service overall was above average. I thought it slowed down noticeably towards the end, though we weren't in a rush or anything. But we'd clearly stopped eating and didn't receive a visit from anyone to pack up the leftovers for about 20 minutes - not egregious, and there were tons of staffers all over the place and it would have been very easy to hail someone down if the urgent need arose. Beyond that, everyone we interacted with was pleasant and efficient. One of my chums noted a party room in the back and was openly pondering the possibility of returning in the near future and hosting a birthday in there. I wasn't QUITE as blown away by this place as she was, but I'd definitely come back. But since I'm not a frisky teenager anymore, I sadly have to pick and choose my moments to chow down on Chinese food these days. The perils of Geriatric Oregon Trail Millennial-hood.
Restaurantji Recommends
The food is wonderful. The atmosphere inside and out. They also have outdoor eating when it's warm.
Fabulous food. Felt rushed. The place is iconic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Empire Seafood Combo, Crispy Crab Ragoon
One of the better options for Chinese food in the area. Ample seating inside with good ambience but tends to get quite busy over the weekends, so make a reservation if you're coming in the evening. This is also one of the few asian restaurants in the area that serves alcohol and they have a wide variety of drinks. I haven't tried too many cocktails here but generally always had a good experience. Large selection of dishes. I've usually gone with the Hunan Style Tofu which comes with a decent serving of vegetables (especially Broccoli), and can be made spicy if you prefer. The fried rice is also pretty solid in my opinion. Also would recommend the dumplings as you get quite a few pieces. Overall, this place is a bit on the expensive side which is probably the main drawback but the portion sizes are fairly generous. I wouldn't say this place is super authentic compared to what you can get closer to NYC but for this area, it gets the job done. Service is average. Better than most Chinese take-out restaurants but worse than most sit-down restaurants. Pretty typical Denville parking, most likely use the lot below or street parking on the side. To get inside you get past these huge doors, and you'll see several fish tanks inside with several fish swimming along.
Was amazing but has gone down hill. The food has become very oily. Service isn't what is used to be either. Usually the food is great 19/20 times. The last 4 times I have gone there it is nothing like it was. It is also extremely expensive. I don't mind paying more for really good chinese, but it isn't really good anymore. 1. Overpriced and very expensive 2. Oily 3. Mediocre service 4. Not very tasty anymore 5. Beautiful restaurant and atmosphere. You are paying for atmosphere and rent when you go there.
Fantastic place! Food is delicious and the service is great too. Big menu to choose from as well.Parking: There's parking in front and on the side and then there's a lower lot as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5