China Palace - Tustin

The China Palace was great. The food was some of the best Chinese food I've ever had in Orange County. The waiters were very knowledgeable And attentive to our needs. A great experience!

It was Chinese New Year and we were pressed for time and decided to give China Palace a try. It's a huge restaurant with a grand outdoor appearance. The big red doors open to a empty hostess station. We were sat down in a booth. There were parts of the restaurant closed and were about half filled on a holiday. We were a bit concerned. We waited another ten minutes and had to walk over to the kitchen to find someone to help us place our order. The best part of our evening was our very kind waiter. I think he was working alone for such a huge restaurant. He was very friendly and attentive. We ordered Peking Pork Loins, Kung Pao Beef and sizzling rice soup. They gave us some twisty crisps to eat while we waited for our meal. The food finally came. The soup was a large bowl with chicken, some veggies, and broth. A separated plate with hot crispy rice. The rice was brown or over cooked, just a few seconds before it would burn. No shrimp, no other meats, just broth. Disappointing to us. The pork loins were pork chops, cut in strips, and smothered in a very salty soy sauce mixture. The meat did not seem fresh at all. There were no greens or vegetables. The plate presentation was nonexistence. One of the worst Chinese dishes I have ever seen in my life. The Kung pao was a bit better. The meat tasted fresh. There were a few vegetables in it. The peanuts were thrown on top, not stir fried with the red peppers into the dish. I'm sure there are people in Tustin who have been coming to this place for many years and love the food. The problem is the world is changing and people today like fresh, vibrant food with color, texture and taste. People will search out chefs with passion and love of the craft of cooking great Chinese Food. New customers will demand a new chef at China Palace. Two stars.

Solid restaurant for a quick casual meal with Americanized Chinese food. Service was friendly and fast. Our waitress was great. We started with the sizzling rice soup. My favorite dishes were the Mu Shu Pork, Broccoli Beef, and the Green Beans with garlic and chicken.

I recently had dinner at this restaurant and it pretty much met my expectations. The food was typical Americanized Chinese cuisine, but the service was fast and the portions were generous, resulting in plenty of leftovers. This is a convenient spot for a quick and satisfying meal without having to wait for a table. The ambiance gave me a nostalgic 90's vibe, reminiscent of my childhood dining experiences. While it may not be my top choice for dining out, I would definitely consider returning for a relaxed meal if I prefer being served rather than opting for Chinese takeout.

I visited here the night before Chinese New Year. The menu is very big and has a lot of choices. It has a lot of poultry,seafood,and veggie dishes. The restaurant also has a lot of seating. Our server was extremely friendly, which was the highlight of our visit. The food, however, was very subpar. The pork in Peking sauce had a very weird taste to it. The meat did not taste fresh at all. The Kung Pao Beef was better but still didn't taste fresh or flavorful