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What to order
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Hot-And-Sour Soup
Recommended multiple times for being delicious and great as part of the meal; reviewers specifically praised its flavor and noted it comes with lunch specials.
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Seven Star With Moon Dinner For 2
Frequently ordered and recommended because it comes with a lot of food, provides plenty of leftovers, and is a favorite dinner choice.
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Cashew Shrimp
Praised as fabulous with great flavor and a strong portion size, making it one of the standout entrees mentioned.
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Ribs
Called the star of the show and absolutely fabulous, making it one of the most enthusiastically recommended dishes.
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Dragon Roll
Recommended for being delicious, with an added note that the thin-sliced lemon garnish was a great touch.
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Chow Fun
Mentioned positively as being cooked perfectly and served quickly, with good overall satisfaction.
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Buddha's Delight
Recommended because it was cooked perfectly and enjoyed as part of a quick, well-prepared meal.
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Lemon Chicken
Praised for crispy, delicious fried chicken and for serving the lemon sauce separately, which the reviewer appreciated.
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Szechuan Beef
Recommended for its great mix of vegetables and overall enjoyable flavor.
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Beef Lo Mein
Mentioned positively as a dish that was enjoyed quite a bit, making it a solid recommended choice.
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Chinese Dumplings
Recommended as a tasty appetizer option that was enjoyed alongside other standout dishes.
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Shrimp And Vegetables
Mentioned as one of the fabulous entrees, appreciated for quality and freshness.
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Ham Fried Rice
Recommended as a flavorful substitute for white rice, described as full of flavor and not mushy.
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Cashew Chicken
Praised for great flavor and a good portion size, especially as a lunch special.
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Sushi Rolls
Mentioned positively as good, adding variety to the restaurant’s recommended offerings.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 9:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 9:30 PM |
About Mandarin
Mandarin is a Chinese restaurant in Cedar City, Utah, set in a historical building that reviewers describe as a past train depot. The menu is known for dishes like orange chicken, Mongolian beef, crab rangoons, walnut shrimp, and cashew chicken, with many reviews calling out large portions. Reviewers consistently praise the fast service, generous servings, and the cozy, quiet atmosphere, along with the attentive staff and fresh-tasting food.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Mandarin known for?
Mandarin is especially known for large portions and popular dishes like orange chicken, Mongolian beef, and cashew chicken. Reviewers also mention crab rangoons and walnut shrimp often, and many say the food comes out quickly and leaves enough for leftovers.
What dishes are most recommended at Mandarin?
Reviewers most often recommend the orange chicken, Mongolian beef, crab rangoons, walnut shrimp, and cashew chicken. Other specific favorites mentioned include the Seven Star with Moon dinner for 2, hot and sour soup, Chinese dumplings, ribs, chow fun, and Buddha's delight.
What is the atmosphere like at Mandarin?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and a bit trendy, with Chinese music and beautiful art inside a historical train depot building. It seems to work well for groups, tourists, and solo diners who want a sit-down meal with table service.
Is Mandarin good value, and what is the price range?
Mandarin is in the $10 to $20 range, and reviewers repeatedly say the portions are generous for the price. People specifically mention lunch specials under $12 and meals that feel worth every penny because they come with plenty of food and leftovers.
When is the best time to visit Mandarin?
Reviewers say service stays fast even on busy nights, including a Saturday at 9 p.m., and the restaurant is popular for lunch and dinner. If you want a lower-stress visit, lunch specials are often mentioned as a strong value, and reservations are accepted.
Is parking available at Mandarin?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Mandarin have vegetarian options?
Yes, Mandarin offers vegetarian options.
Is Mandarin kid-friendly?
Yes, Mandarin is good for kids.
