Mandarin House

"Old-school" Chinese washed down with "tropical cocktails in tiki mugs" wavers between "addictive" and "ho-hum" at these '70s-era "standbys" in Bankers Hill and La Jolla, where the lunch prices especially are a "great deal"; service is "expedient", so even if the "dark" "outdated" spaces "harken back to the restaurants your grandparents went to", for most "that's not a bad thing."

Posted on November 22, 2013. Brought to you by zagat.

Mandarin House Restaurant Review

Mandarin House has been a San Diego fixture for decades, thirty-plus years. It’s a reliable spot for food that's as predictable as the restaurant's name, but still satisfies, especially if you order typical fare like cashew chicken or sweet-and-sour pork. The noodle dishes are good, too, and the Peking duck has its fans. It is also known for kung-po chicken, popcorn shrimp and moo goo gai pan,...

Posted on November 03, 2011. Brought to you by gayot.

Average Rating

80

Volcano!!!

Posted by Kresta Herrin on December 09, 2013. Brought to you by facebook.

Average Rating

100

I can't believe after 40 years, they lost the lease. As we left last night, I looked up one block, and there was Croce's. They lost their lease Downtown end of this year. What's up? Anyway, John & I will miss our favorite place & Martin and his staff. There was always an excellent vibe and the smoked seaweed chicken rocked!- Marian Yamauchi

Posted by Marian Yamauchi on November 01, 2013. Brought to you by facebook.

Farewell, Mandarin House

Average Rating

100

So sad to have this landmark in Hillcrest/Midtown being lost to more condos. Martin and the staff at MH have been so gracious to us over the 2 decades we have been going there, we will truly be at a loss. Mandarin House had the best ambience for groups, great food, great service, and great prices. Not to mention flaming...

Posted by Jeremy C on October 29, 2013. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

Average Rating

100

Old school decor, strong & yummy drinks served in tiki glasses, & traditional American Chinese fare. Its a kitschy & fun flashback to another era when the traditional Chinese diner was a restaurant staple. This place has been in San Diego forever & I hope it stays.

Posted by Ashley Roberts on June 02, 2013. Brought to you by facebook.

Great food and service

Average Rating

100

Have eaten at this restaurant for many years, food and service is always great, call ahead for take-out which only takes about 15 minutes. Cashew Chicken is the best!

Posted by psmconnor on February 08, 2013. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

Mandarin House can be found at 5th Ave 2604. The following is offered: Restaurants: Southeast Asian. The entry is present with us since Sep 9, 2010 and was last updated on Nov 14, 2013. In San Diego there are 20 other Restaurants: Southeast Asian . An overview can be found here.

Posted on May 29, 2015. Brought to you by opendius.

Mandarin House is a popular dining venue and its atmosphere puts you right smack in the middle of China. The service is excellent and the food is authentic. You could easily feast on the wonderful Moo Shu Pork and nothing else. The pancakes are light and the pork is deliciously seasoned and well cooked. The menu also offers other traditional favorites that are equally satisfying. The chef's...

Posted on August 20, 2011. Brought to you by wcities.