Mandarin Restaurant — Restaurant in Hamilton

Mandarin is truly an amazing restaurant and one of my favorite places to go when I want a great dining experience. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed, and that first impression really set the tone for the entire meal. The staff are friendly, attentive, and make you feel comfortable right away. They are quick to seat you, explain how everything works if it’s your first time, and are always around to refill drinks or clear plates without ever being intrusive.

The food itself is incredible, and one of the biggest highlights is the variety. There are so many different Asian-inspired dishes to choose from, as well as plenty of options for vegetarians, which makes it a perfect spot for groups with different tastes. My personal favorite is definitely the sushi—they offer a wide selection of rolls that are fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. It feels like you could try something new every time you visit and still never run out of options.

The buffet is truly “all you can eat” in the best way possible, with so much to explore. In addition to the hot dishes and sushi, there’s also a huge selection of desserts. I really enjoyed the fresh fruit—they always have a large variety and it’s cut and prepared perfectly. On top of that, there are cakes, pastries, and other sweet treats for anyone with a sweet tooth.

One thing I absolutely love about Mandarin is their birthday perk. If you come to celebrate with a group of four or more people, the birthday guest eats for free! It’s such a thoughtful and generous touch that makes celebrating at Mandarin even more special. Combined with the lively atmosphere, the variety of food, and the attentive service, it makes for an unforgettable birthday celebration.

Overall, the combination of excellent service, welcoming atmosphere, and amazing food makes Mandarin stand out. It’s not just about eating—it’s about the whole experience of being able to relax, try different dishes, and enjoy time with family or friends. Every visit feels special, and I always leave full and happy. If you’re looking for a place with quality food, endless variety, and top-notch service, Mandarin is definitely the...

Had dinner yesterday, Noel was an excellent server. We celebrated a birthday and Noel was great with the birthday celebrations, even got a birthday photo which was nice. Barry, one of the owner managers, is just fantastic. Whether it's your first time or you've been going for years like we have, Barry will always make you feel at home, always super polite, always smiling, letting us know whats new on the menu, always greeting everyone and always helping out his staff when it gets really busy. If you're lucky enough to see Barry, you'll know what I mean. Great food, great service, great dining experience, it's why we've been coming here for 20+ years.

‐----- Always a great place for dining, food and service were excellent, Linda was our server this evening and she was fantastic, as always. She always made sure our drinks were filled and our empty plates quickly taken away, and always checked in to see if we needed anything else. Barry, one of the manager/partners of the restaurant is always checking in on all the guests, going to each table to not only introduce himself but also seeing how the guests are experiencing/doing. Its because of people like Linda and Barry that we've always enjoyed coming to Mandarin, and have been for years.

You will not be disappointed.

As an aside, there is a cool new addition to the restaurant with Mandy the robot wandering the restaurant, helping out with seating guests, among...

Welcomed and greeted by professional and friendly staff. Food area was impeccably clean and disposable gloves were plentiful. Servers were kindly and prompt with clearing our dirty dishes and with refilling our water glasses. Staff sent over the robot to sing Happy Birthday to us and staff played the tambourine, and took pictures of birthday celebrants. Cupcakes with lit candles were served, and photographs were made into fridge magnets as keepsakes! Staff were polite and courteous, answering all our questions, for our table which had three generations at it. Food was stored on ice, or heated in chafing dishes. Salmon fillet was to die for and the most cherished menu item in our group of eight. California rolls were exquisitely handcrafted. Variety of textures and colors of foods were available. Buffet tables were spotless. Spicy mango salad was delicious and refreshing. Mango pudding and creme brulee were decadent. Seafood medley with cheese in a foil cup was stick to your ribs good! Did I mention the salmon was to die for, because it was! Kids, teens, adults, and the elderly all left the restaurant with full bellies and smiles. 😊 Seniors got a discount. Can't wait to return. Thank you to our...