Having lived near the Mandarin for years, it was hard not to eat take out every night once the cooking begins and fills the neighborhood with its aroma. Nothing plain or average here except the prices. Authetic Chineese cooks live in a near-by condo and rotate in and out of Chinatown in S.F. This is no chain, but rather one mans affection for the Mandarin style cusine. Traditional style decor gives an elegant feeling to the dining experience. A wide variety of selections are individually prepared to order, keeping food at its highest level of quality and freshness. No limp overcooked veggies here! Just amazingly great flavors to excite your palate.
Pros: No traffic woes, free parking, leftovers to go
Cons: Out of town, arrive early/or wait, Closed some days
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