J&J Chinese Cafe — Restaurant in Benson

About a month ago, I ordered takeout from this Chinese restaurant, and honestly, the food was pretty good. That’s why we decided it’d be worth making the trip to actually dine in and have the full experience.

Unfortunately, it didn’t go the way we hoped. Right from the start, the staff seemed annoyed that we were choosing to eat inside instead of grabbing food to go. When we ordered, the attitude got even worse. It felt like we were bothering them just by being there. After a few minutes of dealing with the rudeness, we decided it just wasn’t worth it and left.

I totally get that everyone can have a rough day — it happens. But when you go out to eat, you’re not just paying for food. You’re paying for the whole experience. Good customer service is a big part of that. Sadly, this visit didn’t leave us wanting...

Love the great variety of menu choices that they have to offer here. I believe, basically all the portions; especially on the earlier page of the menu, the Combination A through F, are of a significant size. Basically allowing for another meal later on. I'm not one to typically order the more "fire-y," Thia spiced-up items, but they can lessen the amount of heat in the dish; i.e; seasoned to taste. There are even tasty appetizers to try, as well. Stop on in, or order to-go; you can't go wrong! And for a true, real Asian dining experience, don't forget to request a set of chopsticks for use with your...

Said it was top rated so checked it out as my first restaurant visit in town. Had a funky smell inside this place. The Asian lady was somewhat short with us, but tried to dine in anyway.

After a few minutes of awkward feeling we left and went somewhere else. Who knows. Just giving her the benefit of the doubt of being stressed out looking like a one man band.

Still, I expected better from a service industry and marking everything up 2 bucks. Which ain’t a biggie. Didn’t even want to use your bathroom. This was last...