Love the Fish filet in General Toas sauce. The fish is so tender, and the flavorful sauce is a perfect match on the dish. Also, like the taste on the shrimp and lobster sauce, this is a dish that you don't want to judge the book by its cover. Presentation was dull and starchy, but the flavor was good. Brought 2 groups of friends and did a family style dinner. They enjoyed the food so much and left satiated and extremely pleased.
This place is an absolute gem. I feel like the quality of the food at Chinese restaurant is directly related to how unaesthetically pleasing the menu looks. The menus here are times new roman type, on printer paper, in a binder sleeve, NO pictures. It looks like the a middle schooler designed them. And sure enough the food is OUTSTANDING. The staff is really friendly and we were served promptly.
What a gem! We were greeted promptly by one of the very friendly owners. He and his wife own this restaurant and they been in operation for 22-23 years. They clearly have a number of regular guests based on the conversations I eves dropped on 😉
Great selection of food and beverages. I normally judge based on the hot and sour soup, but I was also craving egg flower soup tonight…both were phenomenal. The pan fried pot stickers were quite large with a delicious dipping sauce. My husband judges based on General Tso’s Chicken and this one was the best he’s had - “perfect blend of sweet and spicy, crispy but not overly breaded.”
We’re so excited to have found such a wonderful Chinese food restaurant so close to home in West Linn. 10/10 would recommend!
Essence of China is the best Chinese food you're going to find here locally within a ten mile radius. Seriously, there's nothing better. Employees are very attentive even when busy, food is always fresh, hot, and delicious. I would highly recommend the potstickers... they're homemade, not the generic kind you find in most places. Hot tea is always complimentary with your meal. I'd highly recommend the Mongolian Beef!!! That's my personal favorite. Just do yourself a favor and stop in!! You won't be disappointed. Pretty sure it's a family run/local business... which is a bonus!!
Delicious food, I had the honey walnut shrimp. They have wine and various fountain drinks and tea. Kind employees.
Food was great. Got shrimp lo mein which was excellent as well as the egg drop soup and the other meals my parents were served. Staff was awesome. The owner made good conversation and seemed genuinely interested in talking to his customers. He was a very sweet guy who obviously really enjoyed the company his customers provided. Whenever I come back to West Linn I will definitely drop in to say hello and grab some more food!
Very calm and quiet, perfect for couples who want to enjoy a relaxing dinner.
Had dinner for the first time here with my husband and 17 month old who had a few “moments” throughout the meal.
The food was delicious, environment was welcoming and the service was fantastic. The woman who seated us and assisted us through our meal couldn’t have been more friendly, helpful, welcoming and lovely. Looking forward to a return visit soon!
Very good!! I had the Trio delight!! One of the Chef's specials with an excellently made and , well thought out house martini!! We'll be back!! Owner came out to talk with us for a little while too!!
My family and I went to Essence of China and for my daughter’s 14th birthday lunch. It was awesome! Most everyone had something different but in my opinion the hot and sour soup with General Tso was the best. My wife on the hand loves the Egg Foo Young. It is definitely one of her favorites. Guys all in all it’s a very good Chinese restaurant and worth a taste.
Orange chicken is delicious, one of the top restaurants for orange chicken. Always have a little trouble with the takeout ordering but the staff is friendly.
Very amazing location and amazing food ! I gotta say the workers there now how to take care of every single customer ! I had a fantastic experience dining in and thought I should say how great it was and recommended! Big portions and great price ! Clean in the inside with mellow lighting good for the mood on a Sunday afternoon !
They rarely disappoint and their very consistent. The hot and sour soup rules on a hangover and the won ton is excellent for a cold or feeling down.
On Christmas day we found this gem. Promptly seated and served. Lunch specials were a great value. Almond chicken and General Tsos were fantastic! Enough food to take home and make another spectacular meal. The check came in at a whopping $24.00! Two meals for two people! Can't beat that price anywhere! Thank you!
Just had Gen. Tso’s, Mongolian Beef and Fried Shrimp delivered. Ordered at 3 pm for a 6 pm delivery. They were only 5 minutes off. Excellent! Nice and hot. All three entrees were SPECTACULAR. Incredible flavor. I’m 75 y.o. and have been a fan of Chinese all my life…and this was as good as any I’ve had…anywhere. And it was delivery! I think this could be the start of a beautiful friendship.
I've never been disappointed here. The food is great and the staff are wonderful! This is a great family! We've been coming here for many years and keep coming back even after moving farther away.
Best Chinese food I’ve had in a long time. Flavorful, crispy, fresh - delicious!
The staff is warm and welcoming and restaurant is spotless! Thank you!
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