China Garden Restaurant Orono

45692 ( 383 reviews )

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12 Stillwater Ave, Orono, ME 04473, United States

+1 207-827-8228

China Garden Restaurant Orono is a standout option for Chinese cuisine nestled at 12 Stillwater Ave, Orono, ME. Renowned for its authenticity and creative dishes, the restaurant appeals to adventurous palates with its intriguing "For the Open-Minded" menu, where diners enjoy a curated meal prepared by the thoughtful owner, Christine.

Customers rave about the top-notch service and warm atmosphere, with servers ensuring a delightful dining experience. The menu combines traditional flavors with unique twists, making each dish a delightful surprise. Highlights include the tender and savory pork belly, described as Chinese comfort food at its finest. Whether dining in or indulging in takeout, patrons praise the generous portions, freshness, and affordability.

The welcoming and knowledgeable staff enhances the dining experience, ensuring guests feel at home. As one satisfied diner put it, “This is now our date night takeout pick-up place too!” With a commitment to excellence, China Garden is not just a meal; it’s a culinary journey that invites you to explore and savor the richness of Chinese cuisine in a friendly setting. Highly recommended for anyone seeking genuine flavors in the Bangor area!

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- No delivery
Highlights
- Has fast service
Popular for
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves cocktails
- Serves comfort food
- Serves healthy options
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves vegan dishes
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
Dining options
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has counter service
- Has seating
- Has table service
Amenities
- Has toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Popular with tourists
- Popular with university students
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
- Accepts debit cards
- Accepts NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Plenty of parking

Chris Ruhlin

Jul 1,2025

There's an intriguing menu option labeled "For the Open-Minded"—something I’ve never come across in the 100 Chinese restaurants I’ve visited over the years. It’s an authentic Chinese experience that breaks away from the usual favorites (I’m guilty of sticking to mine too!). Instead of choosing ourselves, the owner handpicked our entire meal, and it was fantastic. The service was equally impressive—our server was attentive and made sure we stayed on schedule for a show. Highly recommend!

PH Chan

Jun 14,2025

This is my go-to restaurant for Chinese food in the Bangor area. The food is always well prepared, hot, and delicious. The pork belly is a highlight. Large pieces of tender marbled pork in a savory sauce. Chinese comfort food! But leave your P*nda Express based assumptions at the door. The chef, Christine, has an authentic take on her offerings, sometimes with her own touches added, and they may be a little different than typical Americanized fare. So if your heart is set on something being like what you’re used to, ask first. The staff is also friendly and the prices are reasonable. It’s well worth visiting here.

Rowan Lynch

Jun 9,2025

Absolutely perfectly cooked. Me and my gf got takeout and everything was absolutely perfect the meat was tender and cooked through with no fat or chewy parts. Is affordable and has big portions. Highly recorded this place

Philip Pennington

May 25,2025

Coming from a city in which I had great food options that were all 4-5 stars, eating out here in Central Maine can be hard especially Chinese food but the China Garden is our new all time favorite stop period! The food is fresh and well prepared. She and the staff are super helpful and friendly and the restaurant is clean and bright. 5 stars for use, I'd add more if I could! This is now our date night take out pick up place too!

Juliette Osborne

May 15,2025

Christine (the owner) was so knowledgeable, friendly, and welcoming! She offered to make us authentic Chinese food even adding her own "thai chili hot sauce" on the side in case it was too hot.

Brian G

Apr 8,2025

From the moment we entered this restaurant, my wife and I were welcomed by Christine, the owner. We could tell that this establishment was very well taken care of. From the entrance to the dining area and inti the bathroom, this place is spotless. The service was great and the food is fantastic!! You can tell that Christine takes great pride in what she does. Our first experience will definitely not be our last! It is very refreshing that there are still places like this that exist in this world. Thank you to the entire crew at China Garden. You made our date night an extrodernary one!!

Sean Noyes

Apr 8,2025

Absolutely love this place! I was worried I wouldn't find some good quality Chinese food in this area, but I was SUPER excited to find this place. The food is fresh and comes out very quick, the owner doesn't use any MSG in any of her food (for some people that's a good thing, other people that's a bad thing), and the prices are very good. The lunch plates are the best bang for the buck. Overall would recommend!

Amy Segee

Apr 3,2025

My husband has been eating here since he was a kid. We love speaking with the owner and she always makes us feel like extended family. Her homemade ginger sauce is so good, I buy tubs of it to take home with me whenever I can. We moved farther away recently, but we always try to find time to travel up to eat there as often as we can! The green beans are my favorite, and my husband can't live without the sesame chicken. She takes great care with dietary restrictions, and is a vegetarian herself, so the vegetarian dishes are amazing.

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