Great food and great prices. I stopped in there for lunch, and got plenty of food for less than 8.00!!! Food was good and hot and the service was fast and polite. I definitely will be back soon. ( The decor is also unique!! Always something different to look at!!) My new fav place for Chinese food. read more

I go here for lunch every Wednesday. Food is some of the best Chinese around. The General Tao's is absolutely amazing. If you go on Wednesdays, you can get the Crab Rangoon. The service is fast, Kevin does a great job keeping the place orderly. Try the Hot N Sour soup!! Excellent. Good portions, very reasonable cost, especially for an expensive corner of the world. read more

I had take out from this restaurant twice. The first time I thought maybe the cooks in the kitchen were having a bad day. The dishes ordered with gravy were thick and clumpy. Foolish enough, I ordered there again for a party of 15 because they were closer to home with time constraint. Why would I do that again? Shame on me. I came to this restaurant the first time because the Yelpers' high ratings for it but ... read more

Really like this place, best Chinese food that I've had in a long time. Fast delivery too.

Mandarin cuisine is your classic Chinese food restaurant with a large assortment of many dishes. Whenever I go there, I always am satisfied with my order and always take home left overs (it reheats very well). I really like the beef teriyaki, but there are so many things to try. Price wise, it is pretty much what you would expect from a Chinese restaurant. read more

We grabbed takeout from Mandarin Cuisine tonight, giving up our typical favorite Chinese restaurant because the reviews on Yelp were good. Unfortunately, we were disappointed. Two of the dishes we got had no flavor - the sliced chicken with snow peas and mushrooms lacked salt (I had to add some and then it tasted okay) and the kung pao chicken was not spicy at all (also lacking salt). The lo mein noodles and szechuan shrimp were okay, though the latter had too of a tomato taste and zero spiciness. I'm hoping something was just off in the kitchen tonight, but I don't think I'm going to be heading back any time soon to find out... read more

this is my first review...i consult yelp all the time and this is the first time, i was steered totally wrong. the best chinese restaurant. I don't think so. the scallion pancakes were good, but frankly it was downhill from there. the hongkong shrimp was supposed to be hot, it was sweet...the kung pao chicken was filled with celery and not much of a taste...beef and broccoli tasteless. oh well. i guess i will be much more careful about who the reviewer is and accept the reviews on face value. maybe it was a bad night...let's hope so, or folks in the suburbs don't really know what good chinese food tastes like. read more

My family started eating here back in the 1980s. It was a huge part of our lives- we are here almost every Sunday and always enjoyed the food and friendly service. Our family has since moved away, and we have not been here in at least 15 years if not more. This week we returned on a family trip, and no sooner did we walk in the door that the lovely hostess recognized my mom, and started to talk to her about my grandfather, who we always took to this restaurant. We were so touched that she remembered us-- mandarin cuisine was part of our family, and it seems we're part of their family too! The food was as good as we remembered-- spareribs, Chinese eggplant, crispy noodles-- all fantastic! It's so great that after all this time the amazing quality had remained! read more

My family really enjoys Mandarin Cuisine - we get takeout pretty much weekly, and we dined in this evening. I'm a big fan of their Peking raviolis, my son loves the scallion pancakes and orange-flavored chicken, and we all eat pretty much anything on the menu. We order from them every year for Boxing Day (Dec. 26), with friends who are also diehard Chinese food fans. read more

Nothing special but was decent... House fried rice was great and fresh.Crab rangoons were just okay and so was the soup and scallion pancake we got. Service was fast but not very friendly. If come back for a quick bite to eat, but if you want something really good and all very fresh than I'd go elsewhere read more

This is a great restaurant because it's very cheap, quite, and respectable food in VERY fast time. They constantly re-fill water which is a huge pet peeve for me when they don't. The portions are usually too big to finish which is good if you have self control. Would highly recommend, it should be rated at least 4 stars I've been many times always satisfied. read more

We stayed at the Sheraton Needham this past weekend for our anniversary and the Mandarin was a short walk from the hotel. There is definitely an artist that goes with this restaurant! The drinks and food was excellent. The chicken fingers are the best I've ever had - hand cut and lightly battered delishciousness . Of course, we ordered too much, but the leftovers for lunch at work also great! #pupuplatter #beefwbroc #whiterice #pineapplepassiondrinks ah-mazing! Di & Tiny read more

DO NOT COME HERE. This has to be the worst Chinese restaurant experience I've ever had. I don't usually write yelp reviews, but after eating here I felt The inclination to write one. First Of all, the food here i terrible. I ordered the pecking beef and the meat literally tasted like badly marinated beef jerkey. The rice was undercooked and the chicken was hard and old. Next is the service. The waiters weren't patient when ordering and when we asked for water refills, they took forever enemy Even though they clearly weren't busy. After all this , We decided to give a low tip, and they refused to let us leave until we gave a ridiculous 19% tip Over all worst dining experience of my life and do yourself a huge favor and don't come here. read more

I work accross the street and I love this place. It's great for a sit down lunch and also great for take out. I would reccomend this to anyone looking for a nice quiet lunch/take out. read more

I love this restaurant! My favorite Chinese ever! I come into town once a month and never miss it. The servers, the food and the atmosphere are warm, friendly, and amazing. Once I left my handbag there, with all my travel moneyAnd they locked it up and got it back to me! read more

I think the food is only average, but I always have a good time coming here with coworkers and friends. 3 stars +1 because of the atmosphere. Service is quick and responsive and the prices are very reasonable. The inside of the restaurant reminds me of your stereotypical Chinese restaurant in a spy movie, which I find hilarious. read more

Delivery was extremely fast and the food was delivered hot. However, the food was subpar at best. Chicken teriyaki was no more than grilled, plain chicken on a stick. Extremely bland and no trace of teriyaki sauce. Lo mein was also flavorless and very greasy. A little on the pricey side, as well. read more

I wish there is zero stars, since it's not even worth 1 star. This place isn't concerned about their customers, the owner isn't professional, the food is mediocre and decor is outdated. The prices are twice of what you can get in China town, but the quality is nowhere near. It, also, bleak in comparison to other chinese restaurants in town. Avoid! read more

Its right down the street from BC football satellite parking. Love to go there before the games for lunch and drinks. Service is great and they're always very nice. Food is very good and we always end up taking some home with us. read more

This place is weird. The food isn't great to say the list, and the whole experience wasn't great.

Classic Massachusetts Chinese food. Fast and delicious. I've only ever ordered take-out, so can't comment on the dining in-house, other than they have a full bar and nice colorful decor. Great Singapore Rice Noodles, awesome Crab Rangoons.... I can't think of anything I've had that was less that yummy. Staff is always kind, and I always enjoy my meal! read more

Giving two stars since delivery time was short, but the food was pretty bland. Got the orange chicken which was a huge portion, but lacking flavor. Chicken entrees don't include rice, so you have to order it separate and it's another massive portion the rice was better than the chicken. Crab Rangoon was pretty good. Overall, I wouldn't order again. read more

The original Mandarin Cuisine which has been there for over 15 Years. It is the best Chinese American Restaurant in the suburbs. If you don't feel like venturing into the city for a meal, try Mandarin for a great experience. The food is amazing and the service is incomparable. The atmosphere is very family friendly as well attuned to the local community. Try the Ginger Scallion Lobster and the Chicken Wings as an appetizer. You won't regret or forget this place. read more

this place is awesome, a lot of people are way to picky and expect way too much, if you want a four star experience go to the four seasons or the ritz, if you want great chinese food, probably the best quality chinese food in and around boston for the price, the staff is excellent as well, great value and qualtiy for lunch...this place is great, much better than your typical chinese restaurant read more

Mandarin Cuisine across from Staples in Needham has very friendly staff, excellent food, and reasonable prices. They also deliver! Highly recommend this restaurant.! read more

I have been coming to Mandarin Cuisine for almost two years now and I have to admit, this place is just great....Excellent Decorations with story line (ask the owner), the food servers are friendly and entertaining. My favorite dishes have jumped from crab ragoon, beef chow mein, and now honey glazed chicken....just awesome...So if you are ever in the 02492 area check out 238 Highland Avenue...have fun and enjoy. read more

Excellent hot and sour soup, lo mein, and scallion pancakes. The beef and chicken entrees seemed bland and uninspired, however--hence 4 stars. read more

Excellent Food, personal favorite combination dishes: shrimp fried rice with honey glazed chicken.... Gets better with every visit.....

The crab rangoon were large pouches filled with a tasty filling. The rest of the meal was lackluster. The beef with onions and scallions had little taste and was served on a plate that was too small. It was hard to serve the food without it dribbling over the edge of the serving plate. The spicy scallops came on a larger plate and were of reasonable quality. We'll come back and try this place again because we used to enjoy it more than we did the last trip. read more

Went in for lunch on Sunday @ 3:30 PM...Ordered PU PU Platter & 2 Luncheon Specials..The Platter was merely average, nothing special. After the Apps, the waiter told us they were OUT OF FRIED RICE !!!!...OUT OF FRIED RICE ?????...How does that happen in a Chinese Restaurant ???..He said they would not have any fried rice the rest of the day: SEVEN HOURS !!!!..Being hungry, we accepted boiled white rice, which SUCKED !!!...COLD, OVER COOKED & STICKY !!!!...I'LL NEVER EAT THERE AGAIN !!! read more

Everything here is amazing. I have been going here for years because they have the best crab ragoons and the scorpion bowls (for 2) are only like $10 bucks! This is definitely my all time favorite Chinese restaurant. If you are in the area, definitely stop by. read more

The best in metro west. Our Chinese restaurant of choice for 25 years!

We go here frequently, they remember us and see us to "our table" They are great people, and good food too. My favorite is the family style tofu. Little children are mesmerized by the fish tank, and the owner is an artist extraordinaire. Every where you look will have something he has created, and you can just tell how much fun he had doing it! read more

I typically go to Jumbo Seafood for Chinese fare, but, in looking for alternatives, I discovered that Mandarin Cuisine had four stars on Yelp relative to Jumbo's 3. So the wife and I gave it a try. Now Jumbo has its ups and downs (mainly ups), but the food at Mandarin Cuisine doesn't come up to Jumbo's downs. So, if Jumbo gets 3 stars, Mandarin gets 2. Frankly I'd give Jumbo a solid 4 stars. As an aside, I haven't found reason to put too much faith in Yelp's ratings. read more

May be at some point owners did care about the business, but right now it seems that they have given up on the place. Old decor, food is average. The owner is very rude. Unpleasant experience, will not return. read more

great owners and killer decorations inside food wise.. big fan of peking sesame tofu read more

Always great food and friendly service. My husband loves the Chicken Wings, my son loves the Scallion Pancakes and the Crab Rangoon, and I love the Moo Shi Chicken/Beef and the Shrimp with Garlic Sauce among others. read more

Had a Groupon that says it's good for dinner anytime. It doesn't say anything about not being accepted on Xmas. Drove there for nothing! Shame on you! read more

Came here last night for dinner and the food is amazing. I can't stress that enough. I ordered shrimp fried rice, chicken wings, crab rangoon, and spicy salt & pepper shrimp. Everything came out hot which was appreciated and fast. It didn't lack flavor at all. Very tasteful and the prices aren't expensive at all. I loved the scenery inside the restaurant. Lots of pictures to look at when you first walk into the restaurant. It looks like a family owned business that a lot of guest have come to. I would definitely recommend this spot to anyone I know in the area to come try it out. I plan on making time for myself to come again soon. read more

moved to needham about 2 months ago. my fiance and i have had take-out from mandarin on 3 occasions. it's been good each time with friendly service. i enjoy the dumplings, wonton soup and lo-mein. surprised by some of the negative reviews. we'll continue to enjoy this place on the reg. read more