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    Lin's China Diner

    3.0 (155 reviews)
    ModerateCantonese
    Open 11:00 am - 10:30 pm

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    Soapy soup
    Susan P.

    Nothing exciting here. Ok, passable and nothing awry. Well maybe not the hot and sour soup which had a linger aftertaste reminiscent of dish soap. Everything else was ok but not memorable.

    H12. Kung Pao Triple Delight
    Brittany L.

    Decided to stop inside Lin's today to place a to-go order. I was greeted by a nice lady upon walking in. I asked her a million questions about the menu and she was kind to answer them all. I decided on the Kung Pao Triple Delight. It took me about 20 mins to get home and was still hot and fresh when I arrived. My meal was very delicious!! I still have some left over. I am pleased with Lin's China Diner and will be back.

    reheated food instead of fresh order

    I come here often for the lunch specials and usually have a good experience, but today was disappointing. I ordered the sweet-and-sour chicken, got home, and realized there was no sweet-and-sour sauce in my bag. I called, and they told me to bring everything back so they could give me a fresh order. When I returned the food, I expected a new meal, but instead they just reheated my original order. You could clearly tell -- some of the pieces were burnt from being reheated, and the food definitely wasn't fresh. When I asked for a refund, I was told, "your food is ready," even though nothing had been remade. I'm really disappointed in the lack of care and honesty. If a mistake is made, the least a customer should get is what was promised -- a fresh, properly prepared replacement, not reheated leftovers. I hope they improve their customer service and quality control.

    I ordered chicken chowmein. The chicken was so rubbery with no test. I wonder if it was even real chicken. It could not be cut with a fork. There were very few vegetables in this dish. The sauce was a gloppy mess with way too much cornstarch Flavorless - not even soy sauce could save it. I'm done with Lin's.

    no bueno...
    Marilyn Y.

    Waitress was very polite. But, personally I could not hack the food. The taste was a bit ‍ weird-- not like the Chinese food I'm used to eating. We didn't eat the food at all.

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    Always super attentive!! Love ordering take out or delivery! The portions are large and delicious

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    From the flavorful food to the friendly service and relaxing ambiance, this place never disappoints!

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    1 year ago

    Asian here and i've tried this place twice. The food was bland both times. Won't be back.

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    2 years ago

    Food is always great! Clean and friendly atmosphere. Food is fresh and cooked when you order.

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    1 year ago

    There good is ok. Typical take out but I live less than 5 miles from them and when he got here, there was a $10 delivery charge

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    1 year ago

    came in late 9:30 and still had great service with Linda. always came here with fa and always had a great service

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    2 years ago

    Very good local Chinese restaurant. Pleasant atmosphere, good service and variety of menu dishes.

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    I've never been disappointed at Lin's China Diner. Try the combination clay pot, it's amazing. The owner is awesome.

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    2 years ago

    Very Very good GREAT it is in Valley Ranch, Lin's Chinese restaurant. Love it, very nice people call 281-747-2300 for great food...

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