"And I've got swinging doors, a jukebox and a bar stool And…read moremy new home has a flashing neon sign Stop by and see me any time you want to 'Cause I'm always here at home till closing time" (Merle Haggard) Shu Express just announced it was permanently closed. Shu had an interesting market niche. It concentrated its menu on authentic Szechuan fare that might not have been mainstream enough to support its rent in the Walmart Plaza and in the Farmington Valley's demographics. The space will reopen as a Wokcraft, the latest version of An Asian restaurant at this location.

Did you ever cook rice and forget to salt it before you cooked it?…read more I went to Shu Express today, as I was craving some Sichuan cuisine, that had a little kick to it. So as I pulled into the Walmart-Big Y Plaza in Avon. I parked almost right in front of the little restaurant just to the left of Five Guys and the haircut place. After hearing how delicious lunch specials were, I decided to get one, and the owner/order taker informed me that because this is a holiday no lunch specials. I was ready to walk out. Then, after looking at the prices, I was double ready to walk out. But because of the trooper that I am, I ordered the Yangzhou fried rice. The order arrived, and it just didn't look right; but that's OK; I'm a trooper. The fried rice was missing corn and scallions, a staple to this Szechuan dish. As I dug in, it hit me immediately. There was no flavor. The rice had zip for flavor. The shrimp were not seasoned. The diced pork looked old, the beans sprouts looked OK, the peas looked fresh, and the mushrooms were warm, , but not cooked. This dish lacked flavor. It was almost like it tasted like water. I brought the dish back and asked if there was some type of sauce that could put on this dish, and the owner got pissed at me. Copped a real attitude. He gave me three little soy sauce packets and sent me on my way. How this restaurant earned 4 1/2 to 5 stars is beyond me. Yes, parking was great, yes, the place was spotless, but the food tasted like a dieters choice that you would order a Chinese restaurant like steamed broccoli with white rice. Flavorless and disappointing. Plus it wasn't cheap at $16 with a soda. Will I be back to this location to retry it? Nope With so many new locations popping up in Avon on Route 44, I'll spend my money elsewhere, trying new things. I'm just really disappointed in this place and the owner. Perhaps he should take a refresher course on customer service, and allow lunch specials on holidays. This place was not busy at all and I was there at lunchtime. I just don't see this place lasting.

I was excited to try this place with my friend, as I had heard wonderful things…read more The place was extremely clean, and the staff was accommodating. The food came out quickly and was delicious. I don't eat any fish or seafood, but I do love veggie (and chicken) sushi. It was absolutely phenomenal! I can't wait to come back.

So mast at myself for not taking photos. Anyway it was my…read morefirst time. Did take out for my dad in assisted living. To say he was THRILLED is an understatement. We had tuna roll. Yellowtail avocado roll. Eel sushi and pork gyoza The tuna roll wasn't that exciting. But I mean, it's a tuna roll lol. The avocado in the yellowtail was perfection. I think these are the best dumplings in this area - I have tried many. The eel was definitely the best eel I've had probably anywhere. And I've eaten more than my fair share. The staff was really nice while I went in and ordered and waited. The wait time was pretty fast! Will definitely go back. And hopefully remember to take photos before Dad and I devour.

We really like the food here. We always order take out and it's hot, fresh and ready on time every…read moretime. I also wanted to share some updated photos of the menu (which really hasn't changed) but the last menu pics are from 3 years ago so I figured I should add some more recent ones.

Takeout Review: I've…read moreread good reviews and drive by this place all the time; I always say to myself, "I've got to try that place out." We finally ordered some takeout there recently. Ordering was easy, just a simple call; pickup was also quick and easy. The parking lot was spacious and so was the restaurant. I saw people dining in there. There was a fish tank and the person that helped me was friendly. Prices and portions were comparable to other Chinese spots. I ordered the orange chicken combo with fried rice, crab rangoons, plain lo mein for my toddlers, and my husband had the general tso combo. The crab rangoons were A+++ definitely up there with the best I've had; thin fried wonton wrapper and a larger amount of creamy, cheesey, imitation crab filling. The orange chicken was good, I'd say 4/5; not the best I've had but it did the job. Everyone enjoyed their meals and we would order there again.

I had very specific requests (soup with only chicken & broth, and chicken & broccoli steamed with…read moreno other vegetables or sauce), that were followed and they were very kind when I called to ask them to give the delivery person my correct address (the app wouldn't allow me to). The food was fresh and delicious. I also ordered an eggroll and it was good too.

Food was of below average quality and the storefront has a greasy dingy look and a heavy greasy…read more smell. Everything I order fit the bar minimum Example- noodle in peanut sauce was basically rice noodles with a half cup of peanut butter and a few drinkers of red pepper. Could have spread it a sandwich and not even notice the noodles

Food was very good. It's my new goto for close to home Chinese takeout. Prices are reasonable.read more

Went there yesterday. Ordered the fried rice with chicken. When I got home and opened the bag…read morethere was also a chicken style soup as well. The food is plentiful, good and enjoyable. Opening the cover of the rice, you are presented with maybe 10 nice lean strips of chicken laying over the rice in a row. The rice itself has green peas, carrots, added. For $13.00, I felt like I got my moneys worth.

The food was so good, chefs kiss…read more The service was very kind and my friends got a servers number but that was because he was flirting with her The ambiance was very beautiful

One of my favorite dumpling and noodle places! Service is always fast and tables are readily…read moreavailable. Glad they improved the outdoor signage. This place is awesome in the summer but when the weather is cold, the tomato braised beef noodle soup is the best!! Anyone who knows good noodles and dumplings comes here.

While the food is good ordering online is a nightmare. Sometimes I get it as ordered but mostly…read morenot. When I called because my order was wrong yet again, the manager started yelling at me that they can't make shrimp and broccoli with sauce in the side. But they have done several times before. A total waste of $18.99 Because the sauce spikes my blood sugar but I can have a tiny bit. If I ordered steamed shrimp and broccoli then I don't get any sauce. I give up!

If you're in Simsbury and craving Chinese food, Main Moon is the spot! Main Moon consistently…read moredelivers fresh, flavorful dishes with generous portions. Everything is always hot and made to order -- the General Tso's chicken and Sichuan lo mein are especially delicious. The staff is friendly, the service is quick, and the prices are very reasonable. Whether you're grabbing takeout or ordering for the family, you won't be disappointed. Highly recommend!

Unfortunately Meadow is on a downward slope. Nothing wrong with it but nothing great either. The…read moresushi is OK but you won't be surprised by anything spectacular. Presentation is kind of plain, no art to it. The kitchen food is fine, better than store front takeout but still it is just OK. This used to be my goto Asian restaurant and I had many awesome meals here. Kind of coasting these days. Still a good meal but I think the fact they still do mot of there business as take out as taken away from the art of presentation and going the little bit of extra step to make a good dining experience.

I have been living nearby for several years & I have never tried Meadow: despite one of my…read moreco-workers going there for lunch every day & telling me how good it was. Well, I finally made it there & he was right. We taste tested the Christmas Roll, the Lobster Maki, the Mango Tuna Maki & Spring Rolls. (Summer Rolls are not fried, made w/ rice paper & have meat. The Spring Rolls are eggroll wraps that are deep fried & filled with vegetables & mushrooms.) I did not try them, but I was told they were worth it, so maybe I will go back & taste test the two & give you more detail... and yes, I will be going back. All of the rolls were delicious, but my favorite was the Lobster Roll followed by the Christmas Roll. The Mango Roll was good, but I felt like it was missing something. The texture was good & it was sweet, but it wasn't until the last bite that I figured out what was off. The last piece had a larger piece of eel in it, where the rest was primarily Avocado which dulled it out. It was attractive, but the ingredients were not distributed evenly. If it had been, I bet it would have been much better. Who knew.. I'll give you all an update when I return, but in the meantime, give it a try. I don't think you will be disappointed.

The best pad Thai I've ever had! Since my last visit, the dish looks more colorful than before (see…read moreupdated pic). The presentation is beautiful. I usually get tofu and veggie and I love the little mini corns inside the dish! Mouth watering good! We also love the waitress who's always there, she's so friendly! I highly recommend the chicken satay as well, wish I got a pic of it, but we ate it so fast! Yum!

Had eggplant with beef here, one of my favorite Thai dish. It was pretty yummy, the only part I…read morewasn't a fan of was the taste of fish sauce. The dish was deeply flavorful & authentic. The waitress was very friendly as well. A couple of small things kept me from giving all the stars. 1, The restaurant says open at 12:00 but no body there at the opening time, they opened up 10-15 min later. 2, There was a fly buzzing around over my table, the only one I saw thou. If they had arrived sooner, they could have taken care of the fly & started serving food on time. Other than that, restaurant looked clean, including the bathroom.

In the heart of Avon, this charming Thai restaurant offers elegant indoor and outdoor seating, warm…read morehospitality, and authentic flavors at reasonable prices. We were greeted by friendly staff, and found the menu to be generous, with satisfying portions and something for every palate. The Pad Thai was flavorful, though the noodles were slightly overcooked. The red curry was vibrant and beautifully presented but milder than expected, while the green curry delivered the perfect balance of spice and richness. The fresh summer rolls were crisp and refreshing with a delectable dipping sauce, but the standout was the Crab Rangoon! It was crispy, packed with flavorful filling, and paired with a tantalizing sweet chili sauce that made it unforgettable. A wonderful spot for a relaxed lunch or dinner.

Overall, I had a good experience at The Elephant Trail. The restaurant has a nice ambiance, and the…read morestaff were friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere makes it a great place for a relaxed meal. I tried the Thai curry, which was decent, but I felt it could have had a bit more flavor. Overall, the food was good, though there's room for improvement. I'd still come back to try some of the other dishes, as the service and overall experience were enjoyable.