Fortune Star | Chinese Restaurant (#1 Mandarin Style) — Restaurant in San Mateo

I thought I let you know that this place was good but they demand a tip…be ware! At the time of payment, I was using my credit card and didn’t add a tip because I always leave a cash tip. I had just finished signing my name on the receipt when the Asian man (round face/bald) behind the counter reached over and pulled the receipt from the me, looked at the receipt and said “ you need to add a tip!”, “How come your not adding a tip?” I was confused and shocked at his aggression and explained to him that I wasn’t planning on adding a credit card tip because I was leaving a cash tip, I pointed to the table we were sitting at and I motioned my husband to show the cash we had already set aside and left on the table. That’s when the man said, “okay” and nodded his head. It was awkward to say the least, so walked over to the table to go get the cash to hand to him. This was inappropriate and sharing my experience with you as an FYI. Tips are NOT REQUIRED but earned...

I've been coming to Fortune Star for 20+ years! The menus changed slightly over time, but its still owned by the kindest, most down to earth family I've had the pleasure of knowing my entire life! They serve delicious, authentic, Chinese food! Their Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings are out of this world. Their hot & sour soup always warms the soul! But my go-to is the Veg Chow Fun & Chicken with String Beans. If you're looking for your new favorite Chinese food restaurant, look...

Been coming here for years and the same family still owns the place. Food is excellent as usual, very reasonably priced and atmosphere is great! Saw at least 5 groups order takeout too while I was here for Chinese New year dinner. One of the better Chinese places in San Mateo without having to go all the way to Millbrae and eat at a banquet style restaurant (coming from a Chinese person). Also easy parking on...