I've been coming here for more than 15 years. This place is a gem! Don't be fooled by the way it looks. They make consistently great food and give you generous portions. They ditched the dining in option years ago and just do takeout. Locals know this place is the best! I've tried a lot from their menu and I haven't been disappointed. Great place to go when you want some good takeout. read more

Great portions, great prices and the kitchen executes well. Clearly they cut back and transitioned fully to take out, and place is not aesthetic, but if you overlook the sketchy location you will get lots of great food for a cheap price read more

The food here is my favorite in the area. Sadly, it is still only for takeout because they never reopened their bar and lounge.

Worse chicken garlic sauce ever, was actually looking forward to enjoying it but I don't think a dog would eat that. NEVER AGAIN!!!!

Food was delicious but took over an hour to prepare. Not the greatest atmosphere inside. No seating inside but we got takeout so not a problem. Ordered a variety of food and every single item was delicious! However, VERY salty. Be prepared to need a lot of water to recover. Reasonable prices/very affordable. read more

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Clinton Gourmet offers legit Chinese food, hot and fresh. Yummy egg foo yung, pork fried rice, chicken wings, and egg rolls. I live in town, and highly recommend. read more

Clinton Gourmet - Egg foo yung, pork fried rice, chicken fingers, egg rolls. - Chinese Near Me - Clinton, Massachusetts

Got their kung pao chicken, very fresh and yummy. Service was great and food was ready promptly. read more

Clinton Gourmet - Chinese Near Me - Clinton, Massachusetts

IMO it's the best Chinese takeout in town. And be aware it's takeout only; they closed down the bar and dining room during COVID, and have never reopened them. I asked if they plan to reopen, and it sounds like no, due to staffing challenges. read more

When I walked into the restaurant there was no one to be found, items were stacked everywhere and appeared to be closed, I walked around calling out to see if anyone was there, finally a lady came from the back and took my order, I was concerned seeing the appearance of the restaurant, they serve only takeout, the lady brought out my food and I paid, went to the house and the food was much better than the restaurant's appearance, I will go back but call in your order first read more

Food is decent , but I think they are closed again , I called no answer, also there is a note on the door . I'll check it out another time . They had the best pineapple passions, but she said they will not open up the bar again, read more

Ordered takeout for the first time and I was impressed with how delicious everything was and I'm pretty picky about my chinese food and leaving good reviews.I ordered the General Gau's Chicken, steamed vegetable dumplings, and Hot and Sour Soup. My boyfriend wasn't really a fan of the tofu dish he ordered but my kiddo seemed to enjoy her beef lo mein. Will definitely order takeout again! read more

Some of the best Chinese in the area. But only take out since start of Covid and does not look like it will be re opening the dining room anytime soon. Take out only. read more

Amazing food. The portions are large as well for what you are paying. I really do not understand the bad reviews. My family and I have been ordering from Clinton Gourmet for years, and it has continuously been very good. I've tried other Chinese food places around the area just to compare, and Clinton Gourmet is hands down the best. read more

I loved their food , dropped in a lot to get takeout for many years . One evening a few friends and I went into the bar for a few beers. We noticed ladies sitting behind us who were making crab Rangoon and cutting vegetables . They were making drinks , taking money , wiping the counter top, then going back to their spots , no handwashing . We used the bathroom and the closet before it was open . Food open stored on the floor. People walking over it , and Mice droppings everywhere . We left , I refuse to go back . read more

I can't sing the praises of this place enough. Luncheon specials are so reasonable and satisfying. His wonton soup is the best I've ever had. The wontons in it are so silky and the filling is tender. The broth is perfectly clear and so flavorful. The special was generous enough that I have plenty to eat for lunch tomorrow. All safety protocols are being followed, even by the staff in the kitchen. read more

We have been going here for about 20 years and every year it get worse and worse (used to be OK). The dining room is closed and they only offer take out. Over the past few years we will get takeout if we are staving and want something simple, do NOT expect anything other than bland flavorless American/Chinese food. They have messed up my order almost every time and the wait times are triple what they tell you. Don't waste you time or money, this place should close up. read more

Our first time to order delivery from Clinton Gourmet. We ordered a large Hot and Sour soup, Spring rolls, Orange Chicken, and Beef Chow Foon. We placed our order around 5:00 pm on Sunday afternoon and delivery was estimated at 30-45 minutes. It arrived at approx 5:25. The delivery man was very friendly. We expected enough food for 2-3 people, but there was enough for 4-5. The soup was steaming hot, spicy, and delicious. Spring rolls were crispy, Orange chicken was tasty with a nice spicy heat, and the beef chow foon was good. Fast delivery, friendly staff, reasonable prices, and good food means we'll order from Clinton Gourmet again. read more

I've been here for take out many times and it's been ok. But last night (Sunday) was horrible not eatable. I'm guessing the Sunday cook uses leftovers. I will not go back! read more

DO NOT IGNORE the BAD Reviews!'nn The Service sat 25 was the worst I've ever seen in 15 years. Katie had entire bar and all other patrons wondering why in the hell they don't have a bartender or waitress taking orders. We sat there for 25 min at bar.... NO SERVICE!!! A joke. Apparently no one gives a crap. We Left there and went for pizza. Horrible!!!! Wish I could give zero stars!!!! Food is crap too! read more

Doesn't look sanitary whatsoever the second you walk in. Service is exceptionally slow despite only doing take out. There are MUCH BETTER Chinese food restaurants in the area I encourage you all to try instead. read more

Great food from Joe and Katie. I wish they would open the dining room again. Even though it's a hell hole we love it!

The irony of the name is not lost on anyone pulling up to this small windowless restaurant jammed in a dark ghost town of a strip mall. If you can get past it's no frills building shared with a dry cleaner you'll find there is a reason that this restaurant is busy and thriving while the rest of the business store fronts stand empty. They deliver, literary and figuratively. The kind, hospitable family that runs this place have a great attitude that creates a warm a friendly atmosphere that makes you feel like a regular. It's a relaxing experience the second you cruise into this place with your Tuesday "doing laundry" duds. I've eaten every single Chinese restaurant from Worcester to Lowell and this place dose it as good as any, minus the frills and the price that comes with it. The Crab Rangoon are full of real crab and come with a real homemade style duck sauce, not that horrible orange stuff. The soups are fresh and so cheap. They have all the classic American Chinese favorites, as well as some more traditional dishes. Don't be scared to order something that you don't have any idea whats in it cept thats its got chicken or beef. I love any of there dishes that are spice, listed in their menu in red. So if you can hang, sit in the bar / keno section with the locals. They will promptly get up from the one of the tables from snap'n string beans to take you order. The food will be fresh, the drinks will be strong, the service will be fast and friendly. All that its its sooo cheap. read more

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Always thought the food was great until we got a stack of staples in our fried rice. Legit, staples. read more

Clinton Gourmet - Nothing like a stack of staples in your fried rice!!! Will never be going back!!! How unsafe and unsanitary - Chinese Near Me - Clinton, Massachusetts

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The food is always fresh and fabulous! They do not use MSG and cook every order, nothing is sitting arround. We have been going here more than 10 years and have never been dissapointed. Since the food is cooked fresh, there is sometimes a wait for it, but once you taste it, you will love it! Now, during Covid, they are only doing take out ( bummer, I miss my scorpion bowl for one) and we will continue to support this local business! read more

Hands down the best Chinese food over ever had, and I've been to quite a few places! Prices are fair considering the large portions that are given. My family and I have been getting takeout here for years, definitely recommend! read more

Ignore the bad reviews; this is GOOD Chinese food! My wife and I love the sesame chicken!

Great people, Sue is great. Definitely best Chinese food around. Top 3 I've had in MA. Don't understand negative reviews. This place is great for takeout. read more

Once again, closed on New Year's eve? Food is great, service is really poor. The wife is rude. Wish there was another good choice in town.

Like others who didn't expect much, neither did we. To our surprise, this was a good meal. I tried the Egg Foo Yong, it was filled with yummy meats and veggies, served hot and delicious. I also tried the seafood basket, which is a potato basket packed with shell fish. The potato basket is not very good, but the seafood is fresh and tasty but the white sauce was dull, a little soy sauce made a difference here. The service was a little slow but once she showed up, everything was good. It's a quiet place on the restaurant side and we watched a dozen bags leave for takeout, so it's no secret to the locals. You won't be disappointed. read more

Probably the worst Chinese food I've ever had. I'm totally serious... and wait, is this a Chinese food restaurant or yet ANOTHER Clinton bar in disguise. I ordered the beef and broccoli, a spring roll and the general Tso (or Gau, who can remember). The breading on the chicken was soggy, the broccoli was obviously wilted before it had been cooked. The spring roll contained NO vegetables, greenery or anything else that remotely resembled spring. It should've been called a winter-roll. Or a depressing-roll. That would've been more appropriate. Don't ask me why I decided to give them another shot. This time I order the fried dumplings. I call well in advance and they say it will be 15 minutes. I give them more than 15, it was maybe 17 minutes out from the call when I arrived at the restaurant. I go inside to pick up and bring my toddler inside (anticipating a short wait, and a real restaurant). Instead, my dumplings were not even cooked and I had to sit in the foyer with my 2 year old picking ornaments of a moldy cobwebbed Christmas tree while drunks rambled in and out to play Keno. Totally not the type of establishment I would've felt comfortable bringing my child inside. Had I known this was another little dive watering hole I would've ordered elsewhere. (I should've anyways.) And the dumplings stunk. read more

Thought this place was pretty good - again, kids working the counter!!! The girl at the desk was so nice and well spoken! I think she was probably 16, which actually isn't too too young (New China must have had a 13 year old boy working there!) This place was warm, clean and inviting to come in and pick up food. I'm not sure if I'd ever go there to hang out and get drinks. But I thought the take out was good. My veggies in my Kung Pao beef were crisp and delicious! My egg roll was wicked fresh... but greasy :( Tasted good though! My husband said "new china's rice was better" Overall I'd say this place was pretty good since the food was fresh, the building was clean and the service was prompt and friendly! read more

Good peeking ravioli and moo shi, not the nicest place to eat - nothing in particular to complain about but most people do take out. Very quick service read more

The food is always pretty good and for a decent price. I've never had an issues there. Drinks, like with most Chinese restaurants, are always awesome. A one and done for my light weight self like others have pointed out - there are quite a few "regulars" that officially have the bar stools molded to their tookus'. There's never rooms at the bar which is fine by me - kinda dark and sketchy looking for my liking. I usually get take out but the small handful of times I have dined in, the constant arguing amongst the husband and wife (& sometimes their mother is involved) which many times turns physical and is always in full view of the patrons, makes for quite an awkward dining experience . When there isn't arguing the mother of the husband or wife is just standing there staring at you. The entire time. I'll keep with my take out for now read more

Some days I'd give these guys an enthusiastic 4 stars but there is such inconsistency in the quality I gotta give 'em an overall 3 stars. About 75% of the time food is fresh tasty American Chinese - crisp veggies, doesn't seem to have MSG overload. Good hot and sour soup. When it's bad, food is super greasy, lifeless - like big quantities were made in advance, not cooked to order. The owners Joe and Katie are really nice people working really hard so we want to support this place. We often get the combo platters - take out or eat in. Very inexpensive. A note to reviewer Ayo T: When we eat in, we are the drunks at the bar playing a little keno. We think it is fun! The bar is well separated from dining room - I don't think folks need to worry about bringing their kids. read more

The food was delicious. Cooked fresh and came out nice and hot. Lots of flavor but not too salty like many Chinese places are. The only downer is the service. The lady was super nice but really slow. She never came and checked on us or asked us for refills. I had to mention a refill even after she looked at my empty glass. We will be back but maybe for takeout read more

I took a trip to the Clinton Gourmet yesterday with my husband and our son. I'll admit that I was a bit nervous because the last time I went there with a few friends, the service was awful. (Tip: don't go on a late Saturday night.) I have to say that my experience was better this time around... probably because of the time that we arrived. (Around linner time. Not quite lunch, but not dinnertime either.) When we arrived, there were a few cars parked in the parking lot... though I am unable to say how many people were sitting at the bar, the dining area was practically empty. And I lost count of how many times the phone rang for takeout orders. We were seated and asked what we'd like to drink in a timely matter, and the drinks arrived just as promptly. And it didn't take long for our orders to be taken. We decided upon some appetizers: boneless spare ribs, beef teriyaki, chicken fingers, crab rangoons, french fries (for our son. He's not really into Chinese food much. Only the fortune cookies. ;), and an order of pork fried rice. While I know that it takes a bit of time to cook the food, my son had a hard time waiting. After telling him that the food was cooking, he settled down a bit... but he was slightly fidgety because there wasn't really much for him to do outside of sitting in the booth, waiting patiently. (I should have packed some crayons and a small coloring book for him since the Gourmet doesn't offer anything like that.) I am unsure how long it took for the food to arrive after ordering, (I need to remember to wear a watch next time!), though it was long enough to finish a small drink. Our food arrived in twos: the beef teriyaki (6 of them) and the boneless spare ribs (a rather generous portion!) arrived first. The next dishes: the crab rangoons (oh my goodness, there was a lot..) and the pork fried rice (which was pretty much like a mountain) were served a few minutes later. A couple of more minutes pass and the chicken fingers (a pile of them, really) were placed on our table. It was around this time that our son was wondering where his french fries were. My husband and I wondered as well, and my husband made the joke that maybe the kitchen workers had to go to an outside source to get some fries. About five minutes later, the french fries arrived... however my son still had to wait because they were extremely hot. My husband and I looked at the fries, and thought how eerily similar they looked to McDonald's fries... and when I tried one, I was stunned. I swear that one of the workers went across the street to McD's and ordered a medium fry, then served it to us. My husband agreed. But at least our son was happy while eating his french fries. He said they were "mmm" and gave a thumbs up. The rest of the food wasn't bad, but it wasn't the best. The chicken fingers were a little more greasier than I expected; the boneless spare ribs were fairly good but some pieces were too fatty; the crab rangoons and beef teriyaki were very good, and the fried rice was decent. We couldn't finish it all, so we had the rest placed into boxes to go. When we received our bill, we were a little shocked at the price. But now that I'm writing this review and thinking about what we ordered, everything was probably ordered as a large because we didn't specify on the sizes. (Though I know that there are some items on the menu that don't have sizes...) Overall, I do enjoy this restaurant, and the food, and will be back again in the future. read more

Terrible service... don't say you have delivery if you don't deliver within 2 hours. I called twice after they told me my delivery would take 1 hour... they told me that it was a Friday night and the food had not left the kitchen after two hours. Then they gave me attitude about it... don't go here - they don't have any customer service whatsoever. Try Lucky House instead - better food and service. read more

I use to love this place, but the last two time I went there I received the incorrect orders. Did not notice this until I was home and was not worth the riding to drive back. read more

I considered giving this two stars, but having the name gourmet sets the bar high. This place does not live up to the gourmet name. If you want gourmet you should go somewhere else. read more

This is hands down the best Chinese restaurant around and the best one I have attended in my life. Food is amazing.