New Mandarin Garden

I work around the corner from this restaurant and never knew it existed. I was happy to see the gluten free section of their menu. I asked the waiter how the dish was prepared and he told me they clean the pan before cooking anything labeled gluten free. They also have brown rice which I was happy to have. I had the chicken and green beans. It was flavorful but could have used more sauce. I definitely will be going back - I want to try the red curry next.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

They have a small selection of GF items. We got takeout & the GF items were well labeled. Nice portions, but the food could use more flavor.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average

Absolutely love this restaurant! I have been going here with my family regularly for 10+ years at this point, I have extremely sensitive celiac and have never once gotten sick. My mom, sister and grandmother are sensitive to gluten as well and have also never gotten sick. My mom and sister also don’t do dairy and my sister is allergic to soy and both of those have always been accommodated with no problems. In the past two years since he has been in my life, my service dog trained in gluten detection has cleared everything as well. This is the best gluten free chinese in the area. The staff is great, they are all well educated on celiac and know what they are doing. I will note that the waitstaff’s response could be a little off putting to those who like waitstaff to explain practices to them as if they can do something gluten free it’s a simple yes, we’ve can do that or an unfortunately no we can’t. It’s not something they make a big deal out of so if you need practices explained or reassurance just communicate that and they will happily do so. The food is amazing, I highly recommend the Empress Chicken or Shrimp. But nothing I have had here disappoints. Both the owners are great, I have gotten to know the brother who works front of house at this point, he is great and knows all his stuff. Definitely ask to see him if you have concerns. They are very accommodating not only with celiac but with other disabilities and my service dog as well. Overall, great place! It’s where I go for pretty much any special occasion.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies
• Reservations recommended

Gluten free menu. Have nev er gotten sick. My go-to Chinese restaurant.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Wow. I am shocked by the few one stars. I had a fantastic experience. I have celiac and even a small amount will make me sick. I was not sick at all after eating here and I thought it was amazing. They were able to make additional items gluten free and the Thai red curry was amazing.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies

I wanted to love this so much, but unfortunately after getting sick twice it was so clear this is not as gluten free as they claim. I got the chicken with green beans in the absolutely amazing tamari garlic sauce but they either don’t understand what gluten free really means, or they have some intense cross contamination going on. Their gf fried rice seems to be ok on its own, but honestly I wouldn’t risk it. It’s such a bummer too because it seemed like a gold mine of good gf Chinese at first!

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

They are very accommodating but the food was gross. My bf got Szechuan chicken and it was so sweet and greasy. I got shrimp with mixed vegetables and the shrimp was mushy and discolored. Won’t eat their again.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Poor

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

Gluten free fried rice, tested safe with Nima and enjoyed several times by my very sensitive celiac son. The gluten free chicken and green beans is also delicious, but we haven't tested that.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

Good people and good food, but NOT Celiac's safe. I will not be returning in 3 days when I recover.

If you are only gluten sensitive, they do have some excellent "gluten free" options.

Celiac friendly?

No

This restaurant does not have a dedicated GF prep area. They have GF Rice noodles - but they are cooked in the same pot as the regular noodles. They said they have GF fried foods but they do not have a GF dedicated fryer because their kitchen is too small. If you have Celiac, you should take great caution!

Celiac friendly?

No

I love their Empress Chicken! It's cooked with cornstarch so it's very crispy. There's other good options too.

A great family owned business! The brothers are very aware of gluten allergies and are able to accommodate many dishes. I highly recommend the Empress Chicken!