China Restaurant of Albert Lea has evolved into a cherished community icon, renowned for serving delectable American Chinese cuisine that resonates with the diverse palates of our cherished patrons. Our meticulous selection of premium ingredients, coupled with our unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled dining experiences, has garnered us a reputation as the hidden gem of southern Minnesota. The harmonious blend of our exquisite courtyard design and culinary masterpieces has positioned us as a destination of culinary delight.
Based on 295 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.1 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
805 E Main St, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Phone: (507) 377-8888
Website: http://chinarestaurantal.com/
Hours
| Sunday | 11 AM–2 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11 AM–2 PM, 4–9 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 11 AM–2 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–2 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–2 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–2 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Saturday | 12 AM–2:30 PM, 4–9 PM |
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Reviews
Aaron DeVlaeminck
Absolutely Fantastic! This is not just the best Chinese food in Albert Lea, it is some of the best in southern minnesota, period.
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David Bruton
Great stir fries and a variety of dishes from meat only to mixed to vegetable only. They have lunch specials that come with a spring roll, soup, and dish with rice. Their Hunan special is deliciously spicy! The beef and broccoli was also a tasty meal.
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val fox
Disheartening as an Albert Lea resident this is the second time in the last 4 months eating there. One time dining in and this time soup to go. I ordered sizzling fried rice soup $15 and the rice was put in container not at all browned completely soggy. Great service always at this restaurant but food both times was mediocre at best. This time I decided to write review. This used to be excellent in all areas. The prices have increased quality of food is not there. I hope people continue going here and some passion is added to the food.
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Eddie Cheaz
Nice restaurant with good Chinese food. I really liked the decor, especially the clouds painted on the ceiling and the trickling waterfall wall. If you have time after your meal, you can walk across the street and go for a walk around the lovely lakeside park.
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Jonny Boy Kreiss
Got the Moo shu pork and chicken, and the teriyaki chicken skewers. The portion size was great, but there was no flavor in the moo shu, the teriyaki chicken was very good. Tortillas were cold, and it didn’t come with the sause other places have with it. Extremely over priced. For these two dishes and a drink it was 35 bucks. I won’t be going back because of the prices and no flavor in the moo shu.
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Lee
For the cost of a single person to come in, the portions themselves are good, but the food is oily, crispy things aren’t crispy and the food is soggy/over salty.
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Elaine Wicks
Enjoyed my meal of cashew chicken. Large portion serve. Had glass of wine. Very good meal!!!went again for takeout on Nov.26th.
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Rick Rodappa
I ordered chicken and broccoli and I don’t know what kind of meat it was. Honestly it was strandy thin I couldn’t even discern whether it was chicken or fish or whatever else it is. The white rice was old clumpy and not properly cooked. I highly advise that no one eats in this restaurant if you do not want to get sick.
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Nick Rognes
I’m probably not the best at reviewing this one for the food because I love their egg rolls and mustard sauce, and I’ve ordered the same dish from here for probably the last 20 years. Egg roll appetizer, Pinnapple Combination fried rice, no shrimp, add peas, and pea pods (they should incorporate at least a few vegetables in the fried rice. Cubed carrots would be nice too, but I already feel like I’m pushing the specialty order, and if I make another adjustment request, they’ll probably just tell me to go in the back and cook it myself. Lol) and if the dinner is for two I often suggest the vegetable lo-mein as well. It’s a great way to eat family style and incorporate another egg roll or crab ragoons to share. Which offers a filling meal with a variety all while avoiding the plain white rice fill that most Chinese restaurant dishes come with and doesn’t reheat well in the microwave. A little butter a touch of soy sauce and fried rice takehome will heat quite nicely. Vegetable lo-mein probably reheats better than any Chinese dish. If you shy away from Chinese cuz you’re always hungry 2 hrs later, then try my suggestion and you’ll have something to eat when and if you’re hungry again and you’ll have just opened a door to a whole new world.
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MrMaj5757
Horrible! I ordered Hunan Shrimp , Fragrant Chicken, and Chicken Egg Rolls, for carry out. It was all like dog food. I didn’t even get any rice. I have eaten Asian food many times and traveled to Asia. This was the worst.
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