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codeman671
12-22-2022, 01:14 PM
Looking for chinese food options close to Gilford. It seems to be slim pickings.
Any experiences with Shanghai in Laconia or China Garden in Belmont? Not looking to go out towards Moultonborough for it.
I did pick up takeout at Eastern Paradise at the Ridge on the way home one night last week. It was ok, but didn't wow me.
Major
12-22-2022, 02:00 PM
Looking for chinese food options close to Gilford. It seems to be slim pickings.
Any experiences with Shanghai in Laconia or China Garden in Belmont? Not looking to go out towards Moultonborough for it.
I did pick up takeout at Eastern Paradise at the Ridge on the way home one night last week. It was ok, but didn't wow me.
Our feeling is that China Garden is the best of the ones remaining. PhuJee was our favorite. You should note that if you are looking for take out on Christmas Eve, you'll have to find another choice. The restaurant is open but not for take out.
We were going to order from China Garden, but switched gears to Lanna Thai, which is very good. A little different than Chinese, but just as appetizing!
Good luck!
BroadHopper
12-22-2022, 06:05 PM
In Tilton is pretty much about it on the WalMart side of the pond. China Garden is the best closed to home but not as good as the Green Ginger.
If you like Thai food, Lana Thai is very good.
ishoot308
12-22-2022, 06:09 PM
Looking for chinese food options close to Gilford. It seems to be slim pickings.
Any experiences with Shanghai in Laconia or China Garden in Belmont? Not looking to go out towards Moultonborough for it.
I did pick up takeout at Eastern Paradise at the Ridge on the way home one night last week. It was ok, but didn't wow me.
No personal experience with Shanghai, but a coworker of mine who is also a Gilford resident says Shanghai is the best around here….
Merry Christmas!
Dan
Shang Hai is yummy but not cheap.
Nothing is cheap these days so I just go with yummy.
Biggd
12-22-2022, 07:51 PM
In Tilton is pretty much about it on the WalMart side of the pond. China Garden is the best closed to home but not as good as the Green Ginger.
If you like Thai food, Lana Thai is very good.I second Green Ginger!
Overlake97
12-23-2022, 12:32 AM
I third Green Ginger (Chinese) and Lanna Thai. Vong’s in Tilton is also a good Thai option.
Meredith AK
12-23-2022, 09:48 AM
I realize this place is in Concord, but it's our go-to place anytime we're traveling back home. The Tea Garden is located on Main Street in Concord next to the Holiday Inn downtown. Easy 4 minutes off exits 15W or 14 from Rt93. I've traveled extensively to China, and found the hot-and-sour soup at Tea Garden to be the absolute best I've tasted. Very reasonably priced menu with very authentic taste.
Regarding local lakes region Asian cuisine, Green Ginger would also be our choice.
ishoot308
12-31-2022, 01:45 PM
Codeman,
Just an fyi to let you know that I personally tried Shanghai last night as take out…I think there are better options….;)
Dan
thinkxingu
12-31-2022, 02:10 PM
Depending on where in Gilford, I think Lee Wah in Moultonborough might be worth the drive.
The last half dozen times we ate there were awesome.
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Heaven
01-02-2023, 07:21 PM
Saigon & Tokyo in Dover, has the best General Gau's I have ever had
codeman671
01-03-2023, 09:59 AM
Codeman,
Just an fyi to let you know that I personally tried Shanghai last night as take out…I think there are better options….;)
Dan
Thanks Dan. We tried China Bistro last week, it was decent. I will say their beef teriyaki was excellent. It was worth keeping on my list.
Saigon & Tokyo in Dover, has the best General Gau's I have ever had
I am very familiar with Saigon, I lived in Dover for many years and still work down here. They have great beef teriyaki as well, the rest has been so-so lately. Lots of back stories with that place, covid took its toll on them. They aren't expecting to reopen the dining room, staying takeout only. Short on help and some other issues I have heard. Jenny is still getting by though.
Oriental Delight in Dover is my choice down here.
steve-on-mark
01-03-2023, 10:19 AM
Thanks Dan. We tried China Bistro last week, it was decent. I will say their beef teriyaki was excellent. It was worth keeping on my list.
I am very familiar with Saigon, I lived in Dover for many years and still work down here. They have great beef teriyaki as well, the rest has been so-so lately. Lots of back stories with that place, covid took its toll on them. They aren't expecting to reopen the dining room, staying takeout only. Short on help and some other issues I have heard. Jenny is still getting by though.
Oriental Delight in Dover is my choice down here.
if you want to drive just a little further south, Szechuan Taste in Exeter has been our go-to for years!
codeman671
01-03-2023, 11:05 AM
if you want to drive just a little further south, Szechuan Taste in Exeter has been our go-to for years!
I used to love it when I worked in Exeter and lived in Newfields. Its a helluva drive from Gilford though!
Heaven
01-03-2023, 09:01 PM
Thanks Dan. We tried China Bistro last week, it was decent. I will say their beef teriyaki was excellent. It was worth keeping on my list.
I am very familiar with Saigon, I lived in Dover for many years and still work down here. They have great beef teriyaki as well, the rest has been so-so lately. Lots of back stories with that place, covid took its toll on them. They aren't expecting to reopen the dining room, staying takeout only. Short on help and some other issues I have heard. Jenny is still getting by though.
Oriental Delight in Dover is my choice down here.
I have enjoyed IKKO dover on Saturday (or is it Sunday) sushi specials (affordable, used to be)
. How's the sushi at Oriental Delight?
Givemethewholeclam
01-08-2023, 08:08 PM
Looking for chinese food options close to Gilford. It seems to be slim pickings.
Any experiences with Shanghai in Laconia or China Garden in Belmont? Not looking to go out towards Moultonborough for it.
I did pick up takeout at Eastern Paradise at the Ridge on the way home one night last week. It was ok, but didn't wow me.
We make the drive to Portsmouth about once a month. Kim Lai is very good. We tried numerous one closer to home, none come close to Kim Lai.
codeman671
01-09-2023, 03:40 PM
I have enjoyed IKKO dover on Saturday (or is it Sunday) sushi specials (affordable, used to be)
. How's the sushi at Oriental Delight?
I hear the sushi is very good. I don't eat sushi often so I can't really speak from experience, just what I have heard from people I am dining with.
codeman671
01-09-2023, 03:52 PM
Last night we ventured over to Green Ginger in Tilton.
The food was very good (although I am just getting over covid and I don't have all my taste and smell back yet). Portions were odd, some larger than expected but most were smaller. The pupu for two looked like a 1 person serving. The lo-mein was small but priced less than I see elsewhere. The beef teriyaki was great, so were the other items we tried. And we tried a lot...
The scorpion bowl was a waste. Premade, poured from a gallon jug and served in a large glass, it looked more like a margarita.
Biggd
01-09-2023, 08:05 PM
Last night we ventured over to Green Ginger in Tilton.
The food was very good (although I am just getting over covid and I don't have all my taste and smell back yet). Portions were odd, some larger than expected but most were smaller. The pupu for two looked like a 1 person serving. The lo-mein was small but priced less than I see elsewhere. The beef teriyaki was great, so were the other items we tried. And we tried a lot...
The scorpion bowl was a waste. Premade, poured from a gallon jug and served in a large glass, it looked more like a margarita.I've never eaten in dining area, just take out which I've enjoyed.
chillininnh
01-10-2023, 10:46 AM
I like the food at Shang Hai, no need to travel far IMHO.
codeman671
01-10-2023, 12:29 PM
I like the food at Shang Hai, no need to travel far IMHO.
That's our next stop.
john60ri
01-26-2023, 07:25 AM
Still missing the Phu Jee whenever we're up there.
codeman671
01-26-2023, 10:21 AM
I like the food at Shang Hai, no need to travel far IMHO.
I didn't realize Shang Hai was take-out only these days. We tried to go last week and no-go. Ended up back at Green Ginger.
I picked up Eastern Paradise (Rochester at the Ridge) on the way north a few nights ago, still don't love it but the family wanted chinese.
Merrymeeting
01-26-2023, 07:01 PM
I picked up Eastern Paradise (Rochester at the Ridge) on the way north a few nights ago, still don't love it but the family wanted chinese.
Agreed. We picked up from there tonight as we were passing by. Ok, but no where near as good as Sea Bird in Wolfeboro where we normally go.
codeman671
03-27-2023, 08:59 AM
We have settled in with Green Ginger as our local chinese go-to. Food is very good and consistent. It has been our Sunday night ritual.
If you go, ask for Andy the waiter. He's the man!
Biggd
03-27-2023, 01:48 PM
We have settled in with Green Ginger as our local chinese go-to. Food is very good and consistent. It has been our Sunday night ritual.
If you go, ask for Andy the waiter. He's the man!I've never eaten in the restaurant but have gotten take out many times and the food has been great.
It's far for me because we are in Meredith but it's always worth the trip.
Heaven
04-02-2023, 04:51 PM
Saigon & Tokyo in Dover, has the best General Gau's I have ever had
I triple second that, yes the best
ishoot308
06-15-2023, 01:52 PM
We have settled in with Green Ginger as our local chinese go-to. Food is very good and consistent. It has been our Sunday night ritual.
If you go, ask for Andy the waiter. He's the man!
My wife and I just had lunch at the Green Ginger and must say it was very good! We both had lunch specials which includes soup and appetizer. The hot and sour soup is the best I have had anywhere! The food was excellent as was the service! Total cost was less than $23.00!!
We will definitely be back!
Dan
codeman671
06-15-2023, 02:13 PM
My wife and I just had lunch at the Green Ginger and must say it was very good! We both had lunch specials which includes soup and appetizer. The hot and sour soup is the best I have had anywhere! The food was excellent as was the service! Total cost was less than $23.00!!
We will definitely be back!
Dan
It has become our Sunday night ritual.
Biggd
06-15-2023, 06:20 PM
It has become our Sunday night ritual.
I'm in Meredith and I will drive all the way to Green Ginger for good Chinese food, a 25 mile round trip for me.
phoenix
06-20-2023, 11:30 AM
Phu jee was my only choice
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