Golden Palace Chinese Restaurant — Restaurant in Montville

We went for the dim sum experience and it was great. The place has plenty of parking, we were seated quickly and the booth was comfortable. You get a dim sum card to check off your selections and then hand it in. We got mai-tai's and they were just OK...I've had better, and my search for the perfect mai-tai in Ct will continue. Back to the dim-sum. The whole experience is basically to place an order quickly and get served your food quickly...like if you only had 30 minutes for lunch then dim-sum is for you. If you want to have a relaxed laid back dinner then the dim-sum experience is not for you.

For a late lunch/early dinner, we ordered the steamed shrimp dumplings-$5.50, the Roast Pork Buns-$4.75, the Shrimp/Chicken/Pork fried rice-$11.95 and the Chicken thin egg noodles-$15.95

The steamed shrimp were basically a few small shrimp steamed in translucent spring roll wrappers and they were a hit. Not really seasoned, just plain and delicious. Drizzle on a bit of soy sauce and they are even better.

The pork buns were hot and right out of the oven. They served 3 fist sized buns that were lightly glazed with a sweet brushing and not overly stuffed with a pork mixture on the inside. They were great, not too sweet, (just slightly) and not heavy. Could have been stuffed with another teaspoon of filling, but they were good as they were.

The fried rice was fantastic. What a great combo of flavors. The rice was cooked as it should be, not sticky at all and there was plenty of shrimp, chicken and pork and veggies to strike a nice balance of flavors.

The noodles were served as a brown chicken infused gravy poured over crispy noodles. Letting this dish sit for a moment allowed the gravy to soften up the noodles and make them pliable. The gravy was really good and while we ate everything else we were served, we just couldn't finish the noodles so we took them home and they were still delicious 2-3 days later.

All in all in you go for dim-sum you will feel like you are being rushed, because you are...that's the thing. So go with it and enjoy your expedited experience. The food is great and the service is...

If, like many people, you have driven by this unassuming restaurant tucked underneath the highway dozens of times without a second glance, then stop, turn around, and check the Golden Palace out. This is, by far, the freshest, highest quality, and most deliciously prepared Chinese food that you will find in Groton, in a fifty mile radius, perhaps in all of Connecticut.

While the owners do have an American style Chinese menu, I would encourage anyone at all interested in food to check out their authentic Chinese menu. While mostly focusing on Cantonese and Sichuan styles, with some Hong Kong and modern influences, the menu is diverse and sophisticated, featuring some of the best classical dishes of Chinese cuisine (their Char Siu Honey Roasted Pork is aromatic, flavorful, moist, and superlative. A must try item.)

I think the key to their success is the focus on detail and high quality of their produce. Even basic garnishes, like bean sprouts, baby corn, or snow peas, are sweet and flavorful, prepared with care and skill, maintaining the natural texture and taste of the ingredients. Do try their Chow Fun noodles (which they offer in several guises, from simply stir fried to smothered in a beef and vegetable sauce), as they are the best I've ever had anywhere: smooth and melt-in-your-mouth while maintaining a pleasantly toothsome springy bite, infused with the subtle but unmistakable taste of expertly wok-fried food. Their Chinese Broccoli, or Jie Lan, is also worth mentioning. Either in garlic sauce or with Chinese ham, this is an excellent dish, worthy of main course status. If you've never had Jie Lan, give it a try, it tastes somewhere between mustard greens, broccoli, and asparagus, and, when so exquisitely prepared, is a feast for the senses.

I must also mention their Dim Sum, which is the best in Connecticut, hands down. It is also extremely affordable, satisfying, and a unique, relaxing dining experience. When the pandemic is over, bring a friend or two, order a selection of dumplings, buns, and...

Golden Palace Chinese Restaurant is an absolute hidden gem nestled next to the renowned Mohegan Sun casino. If you limit your dining experience to the casino alone, you'll be missing out on the true treasure of the area: the exceptional dim sum offered at this remarkable establishment.

Upon entering, you'll be greeted with warm hospitality and a cozy ambiance that sets the stage for an unforgettable culinary journey. The owner takes immense pride in their master chef, who has spent over half a century perfecting the art of crafting rice rolls. Let me tell you, the owner's claims are not unfounded - the rice rolls here are a testament to culinary perfection!

The moment you take a bite of their rice rolls, you'll be transported to flavor heaven. The delicate texture of the rice wrapper combined with the luscious fillings creates a divine combination that dances on your taste buds. It's an experience that's difficult to put into words, but suffice it to say, it's the best I've ever had!

Aside from the rice rolls, the dim sum classics offered at Golden Palace are equally praiseworthy. From the savory dumplings bursting with flavors to the tender char siu bao that melts in your mouth, every dish is a delightful surprise. The culinary expertise and attention to detail shine through in each and every bite.

Golden Palace Chinese Restaurant is a place you absolutely cannot afford to miss if you're a fan of dim sum. It's a culinary haven that deserves all the accolades it receives. Trust me when I say that this restaurant will leave you craving for more with its extraordinary flavors and impeccable service.

So, whether you're a local looking for an authentic dim sum experience or a traveler exploring the area, make sure to add Golden Palace to the top of your must-visit list. Your taste buds will thank you for the unforgettable journey they embark on in this dim...