Mandarin Gourmet

3.8 ( 122 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
1010 Cedar St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
+1 831-458-2460

If you're searching for a hidden gem of Chinese cuisine in Santa Cruz, look no further than Mandarin Gourmet. Nestled at 1010 Cedar St, this restaurant exudes a welcoming charm that captivates diners from the moment they walk in. Customers rave about the warm hospitality, often mentioning the owner’s personal touch that makes them feel like family. The ambiance may be modest, but that only adds to its allure.

The menu offers a tantalizing array of traditional dishes that reviewers can't get enough of, including crisp chicken and Mongolian beef. Generous portions at affordable prices make it a standout in an area where great value is hard to find. Customers like Amelie Falcon emphasize the quality and care put into the meals, noting that each plate seems crafted with love.

Whether you’re indulging in the beloved Egg Foo Young or enjoying a comforting lunch special, each bite at Mandarin Gourmet is sure to satisfy. The restaurant's ability to create a familial, clean atmosphere while serving delectable dishes is what truly sets it apart. Do yourself a favor and stop by to experience the flavors that keep locals coming back!

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Outdoor seating
    • Delivery
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Fast service
    • Great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Offerings
    • Alcohol
    • Beer
    • Comfort food
    • Quick bite
    • Vegetarian options
    • Wine
  • Dining options
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Seating
    • Table service
  • Amenities
    • Toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
  • Crowd
    • Groups
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids

Reviews For Mandarin Gourmet

Amelie Falcon
Jun 26,2025
Don't let it's looks deceive you. Came with a friend on a slow Tuesday evening, the only customers in the building. We were greeted by an old male employee, who we presumed to be a manager. He immediately established a welcoming, familiar, clean, and family business atmosphere. He served us water and took our order speedily. Our food came out quickly, with big portions for a shockingly affordable price (hard to find in Santa Cruz!) Food was yummy, and clearly made with love and attention. I left with so many leftovers, which I just finished tonight, and whom I shared with another friend. He also gave me and my friend slices of oranges, typical of the loving Asian parent. We felt like family, taken care of by this business. Want to help a smaller, family run business in Santa Cruz, while not breaking the bank, and satisfying your tummy? This is the place to go!
Dylan Norton
Jun 5,2025
I think this is one of my favorite Chinese places in town. Food is always so good. Highly recommend
L
May 28,2025
Best restaurant for their exceptional dishes...my favorite and the best I have ever had, Egg Foo Young...we love this place
John Ricker
May 20,2025
I have had the lunch special here for years. Mongolian beef always good. Soup and won ton chips with sweet and sour sauce also good.
M Ruiz Corrales
May 13,2025
This is the best chinese restaurant I’ve been to in my entire life. The chicken is the crispiest most delicious morsel and the plates are very well portioned. It is most definitely worth the visit.
cece m
May 7,2025
I usually don’t leave reviews (this is my first one) but my friends and I were looking for a place in Santa Cruz to get some good Chinese food and I’m so glad we came to this place! It’s a convenient location right next to a parking garage so you don’t have to waste time to look for parking and it’s honestly a well kept, clean, family restaurant. The food portions are huge so it’s definitely worth it for sure! I ordered the shrimp fried rice and they definitely did not skimp with the shrimp like a lot of other places would. If you want bomb authentic Chinese food in Santa Cruz this is definitely the place to go! If I hadn’t devoured the teriyaki beef I ordered I would’ve uploaded a picture but overall would definitely come back here if I’m in the area! They have great customer service and were quick to make our takeout order which is really nice. Highly recommend for sure!!
Charles Nelson
Apr 18,2025
Don’t let the low prices fool you—the food is fresh and delicious! I’ve been eating here since it opened several years ago and never been disappointed.
bolt
Mar 28,2025
Good food, good friendly service, very professional. The windows tables are clean, the portions are big food served fast. Another thing I would like to note is how fresh their rice is. Many restaurants have tough chewy rice, but not here. Also they serve on nice plates, not paper plates like others. A all the way around.

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