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Mandarin House, nestled at 1283 S Hwy 30 in Blair, NE, is a hidden gem for Chinese cuisine enthusiasts. The restaurant radiates warmth and hospitality, as highlighted by countless customer reviews praising the friendly service. Diners rave about the delicious and generously portioned dishes, with the Mongolian Beef and Crab Rangoon taking center stage. Mark Mathews, a long-time fan, recounted his delightful experience, reminiscing about the tender onions mingling in his hot and flavorful beef—definitely a must-try for onion lovers. The Family Special B for two, featuring a delectable array of appetizers and entrees, proves to be both satisfying and economical at just $18.95 per person. Customers like LJ emphasize the great value for the quality and quantity provided. Robert Turner champions Mandarin House as the best American-Chinese food, praising not only the speedy service but also consistently excellent meals, with favorites like General's Chicken and Orange Chicken gaining loyal followers. Moreover, the ambiance and commitment to serving fresh, hot meals make Mandarin House a standout choice for locals seeking comforting Chinese fare. With a welcoming vibe and dishes that stir nostalgia and delight, it's no wonder patrons express enthusiasm for return visits. For a fulfilling culinary journey where every bite transports you to food heaven, look no further than Mandarin House.Photos
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- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Delivery
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- Fast service
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- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
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- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
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- Table service
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- Casual
- Cozy
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- Family-friendly
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- Tourists
Reviews for Mandarin House
Review highlights
Based on 234 reviewsMandarin House in Blair, NE, is widely recognized for its consistent quality, generous portions, and affordability, making it a popular choice for American Chinese cuisine. Reviewers frequently highlight the freshness and warmth of the food, along with the flavorful dishes such as General’s Chicken, Orange Chicken, and Crab Rangoon. The restaurant's friendly and attentive service is often noted, contributing to a welcoming dining experience. Patrons appreciate the value offered through menu specials and the all-you-can-eat options that cater to diverse tastes. While some initially express surprise at quiet dining times, the overall feedback reflects satisfaction with the fast service and locally owned atmosphere, emphasizing Mandarin House as a dependable and enjoyable option for Chinese cuisine.
I was driving through Blair to get some tools. I saw the Mandarin House. I hadn't been there in every bit of 20 years. I thought,I wonder if it is 1/2 as good as I remember? So I stopped in on my way going back the other way. I walked in, the place didn't have 2 people dining inside, a few people, I assume we're employees. I was a little concerned,am I going to get,hot, fresh food ? I'm the only person ordering food. The nice lady by the cash register says,what can I get you? As she hands me a menu. I asked her,do you have hot tea,she replied,yes. I look at the menu and see my old favorite Mongolian Beef. I ordered it as my main entree. I am hungry (I left that part out in the beginning). I also picked 1/2 an order of crab rangoon,and 1 egg roll. In a pretty quick time, she gets my total and I receive my food to go in a nice cardboard box. My plan was,eat and drive as I'm heading home. In my hungry state of mind I get into my van in the parking lot, I sit and grab the egg roll,oh my goodness,it is fresh and piping hot!! I am surprised! Next, I grabbed a crab rangoon, same thing and she gave me 2 hot n sour sauces. I am in food heaven!! I then opened my steamed rice and the Mongolian beef (if you love onions as much as I do order this). The rice was fluffy and wonderful,then I'd gotten a taste of the piping hot Mongolian beef,oh my goodness all over again I'm in the parking lot saying to myself,I have got to stay right here and enjoy this food, I cannot be driving and swerving all over the road. I finished everything. I then took the lid off of the tea that had been brewing, took a sip of it yep,SAME thing! Piping hot and tasty. It was time to get on the road,so I sipped the tea and dessert was a fortune cookie. I can't say enough good about this place. I know I will return as soon as I can and I will, sit inside and enjoy the same food all over again. Thank you Mandarin House for the experience i thought was long gone! I will return. Mark Mathews
Friendly, prompt service. My husband and I shared a 'Family Special B for 2' at 18.95 per person. It includes a choice of soup, a PoPo Platter, white rice, Mongolian beef, and a choice of sweet&sour or orange chicken. Everything was so delicious and large portions. Great value! Thank you!
Best American Chinese food I have ever had. They are consistently good and fast. Locally owned and operated. I HIGHLY recommend Mandarin House. P.S. After many more times frequenting Mandarin House I can say it is still the best American Chinese food I have ever had. Their General’s Chicken for me and Orange Chicken for my wife with a fried shrimp appetizer is now a standard fare at least twice a month. Do yourself a favor and treat yourself.
I love this place nice people food doesn't cost to much and the all you can eat has stuff for everyone.
By far my favorite place for Chinese food!! They have the best crab Rangoon ever. I love that the food is always hot and fresh! We usually have to get multiple entrees because everyone knows Chinese food is even better the day after!! The owners are so friendly, and you get large portions, it's very affordable as well.
We enjoyed the combination fried rice. In fact, we are ordering here again tonight! Everything tasted fresh which I like.
We’re so lucky to have excellent Chinese food in Blair! The service is really great and the food always tastes delicious. We recommend trying the lemon chicken, sesame chicken, fried rice, and beef skewers! Pricing is good and when you dine in they give you large drinks.
The server was polite and friendly. My only real issue is the amount of time just to get our order placed. They weren't visually super busy so unless they were jammed up by phone orders, which shouldn't supercede a dine-in customer, they need to staff better.
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Opening hours
- Monday (Today) 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- Tuesday 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- Wednesday 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- Thursday 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- Sunday Closed
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