Chinese restaurants

Taishan Gardens Restaurant

3.4 289 reviews 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM 214 Front St, Trenton, ON K8V 4N9, Canada

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Taishan Gardens Restaurant, nestled in Trenton, Ontario, has garnered praise for its exceptional Chinese cuisine and cozy atmosphere. The restaurant's menu showcases a delightful array of poultry options, including Almond Guy Din and Szechuan Chicken, alongside hearty chow mein and delectable appetizers like the much-loved Taishan Garden Platter. Customer reviews consistently highlight the quality over quantity. Sandra McLean particularly appreciates the perfectly sized chicken balls, noting the restaurant’s commitment to serving substantial pieces rather than mere batter. John Larmond echoes this sentiment, commending the “delicious and fast” service paired with generous portion sizes. While the buffet is described as small, many diners, including Marc T, attest to the food's superior quality. He affectionately describes the chicken balls as the best he has ever tasted, crediting them with a fresh and homemade feel. The fast-paced service, even during busy times, is another standout feature. George Vent appreciates the efficient handling of orders, ensuring a satisfying dining experience. Overall, Taishan Gardens Restaurant shines for its flavorful dishes and welcoming service, making it a go-to spot for those craving authentic Chinese fare in a casual setting. Whether you dine in or opt for takeout, this hidden gem promises to delight your taste buds while keeping you coming back for more.

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Bar onsite
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Casual
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Reviews for Taishan Gardens Restaurant

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Review highlights

Based on 289 reviews

Taishan Gardens Restaurant is widely praised for its high-quality Chinese cuisine, particularly noted for fresh and well-prepared dishes like their signature chicken balls. Customers appreciate the generous portion sizes and the emphasis on quality over quantity, especially in their buffet offerings, which, while smaller in variety, consistently deliver superior flavor. The restaurant's service is generally described as friendly and efficient, even during busy periods. However, with the current takeout-only model, some patrons find the atmosphere and interpersonal interaction limited. Overall, Taishan Gardens is recognized as a reliable choice for those seeking authentic, flavorful Chinese food paired with attentive service.

Sandra McLean

May 20, 2025

Really good food, price is decent. Buffet us a little small but I'd rather a small buffet with great food than a large one with okay quality. I live chicken balls, but most places put a small bit of chicken and a lot of batter, not here. It was a good sized piece of chicken. Highly recommend giving them a try. Service was wonderful too, very friendly and efficient.

John Larmond

May 15, 2025

Always delicious and fast. Good portion sizes.

George Vent

Mar 24, 2025

Super busy, they worked efficiently to get everyone's orders out

Sheena Hatcher

Mar 19, 2025

Depends who serves you but now that it's only take out it's hard to rate the atmosphere and service as it's so quick in and out. The one lady is super nice but doesn't say much.

Marc T

Mar 18, 2025

This place is a treasure. The buffet isn't as large as some others, but the quality of food, far superior. The chicken balls are the best I have ever had. No mince meat or frozen flavor. It was a chunk of chicken breast freshly fried in a homemade batter. Top notch. All the Favorite items are here. This is now my go too buffet for Chinese food. Well done folks. Service was also spot on.

Stacey Cranswick

Mar 03, 2025

Nice and polite on the phone. Quick delivery. Friendly and polite staff. Ordered 2 combo 1's. Ribs were nice. Lots of rice and sweet and sour sauce. 6 chicken balls each helping. Definitely will be calling this place back for more.

Cindy-Lou Fowler

Feb 28, 2025

As sad as it is that they are not dine in, it's absolutely the best Chinese food in Quinte west absolutely delicious food and amazing staff!

J Bender

Feb 21, 2025

A staple in my diet since 2014. Great chinese at a fair price. Ignore all these tough chewy chicken ball non sense. The foods great.