Cottage II — Restaurant in Morristown

I've been going to cottage for 26 years. The food was good, consistent, and affordable, so we continued to be customers. In the past few years the food has declined significantly but the costs have increased. I'm a creature of habit, I have certain go to dishes. Crispy shrimp was a great dish, you could also ask them to make it spicy by adding hot peppers. Scallion pancakes still a favorite! So today I went to order them as I always have. Crispy shrimp- very spicy, scallion pancakes, then I asked what kind of vegetables are in the vegetable fried rice. The woman said... carrots and bok choy but she didn't know what others. What's in shrimp fried rice? Onions, sprouts, and peas. Ok so I chose mixed vegetables with garlic sauce and brown rice. The woman said it would be ready in 15 min, great. Ten minutes later she came out with my food. I checked my food only to see it wasn't made as ordered. The shrimp wasn't spicy, it wasn't even made with peppers at all. She brought it back to the kitchen then brought it back out, but it still wasn't right. When I asked what they did to it, she said they cooked it in hot sauce. I explained that's not how it's normally been made spicy. So they said they'd make another one with peppers. When she brought it out, everything looked OK. Once I got home 20 minutes later I realized they never actually cooked the crispy shrimp with the peppers they made bland crispy shrimp and put sauté peppers on top. The mixed vegetables were undercooked and the garlic sauce which is normally a thicker sauce was EXTREMELY watered down that it doesn't stick to the vegetables at all. The scallion pancakes were however the only thing that was correct. To spend over $40 to not get what you want is very disappointing.

Update: While I appreciate a representative of Cottage II responding to my review, I find that to be publicly poor effort to save a longstanding customer. As I stated the food has been on the decline over the past few years. There have been other poor reviews as well. So that tells me you haven't made efforts to change anything. The woman who helped me that day, has worked there for as long as I can remember and she has no real idea what's actually in the dishes. It's time to go back to basics with the kitchen staff as well as the servers, especially if you expect to charge...

Cottage II is a great Chinese restaurant located in the heart of Morristown, NJ. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted with warm hospitality and an inviting atmosphere. The decor is simple yet elegant, with traditional Chinese elements such as lanterns and artwork adorning the walls.

The menu at Cottage II is extensive, offering a wide range of dishes to choose from. Whether you are in the mood for classic Chinese favorites like General Tso's chicken or want to try something new like their spicy Szechuan fish, there is something for everyone. The portions are generous, and the flavors are authentic and delicious.

Some standout dishes include their hot and sour soup, crispy spring rolls, and the sesame chicken. The shrimp lo mein is also a must-try, with perfectly cooked noodles and succulent shrimp that are bursting with flavor. The restaurant also offers vegetarian and gluten-free options, which is a nice touch for those with dietary restrictions.

The service at Cottage II is impeccable. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. They are always willing to make recommendations and provide excellent customer service.

In terms of pricing, Cottage II is reasonably priced, especially considering the quality of the food and service. It is definitely worth the visit, whether you are a local or just passing through Morristown.

Overall, I highly recommend Cottage II for anyone who loves Chinese food or is looking for a great dining experience in...

New to the area, looking for decent take out. Found this on line. First time was moo shu pork & double sautéed pork. Most moo shu dishes are all soggy cabbage with a few black mushrooms and you have to hunt for the pork. This was fresh sautéed cabbage with crunch, the right amount of mushrooms & plenty of pork that was tender & well seasoned. Best moo shu I’ve had outside of Chinatown. My husband had the double sautéed pork with lots of pork & tender crisp veggies. He loved it. Tonight we had cottage chicken & Sichuan bean curd as well as Sichuan dumplings w\hot oil.. the dumplings were good but the sauce was amazing...saved the leftover to mix with ramen noodles. The cottage chicken had lots of tender chicken, stir fried red peppers on a bed of stir fried garlic green beans. Fresh & delicious. The bean curd dish was almost perfect. It could have used some minced pork for me, but even without the pork, the bean curd is plentiful and the sauce is fresh, not “out of jar or bottle”that too many restaurants use. My only negative so far is on the egg rolls. They taste like rolls you could buy in a supermarket. That said, they are becoming our “go...