Welcome to Oriental Taste
Oriental Taste, a Chinese restaurant located in Northampton, MA, offers a diverse menu of traditional Chinese dishes with a modern twist. Known for their extensive dim sum and home-style appetizers, Oriental Taste provides options for both meat lovers and vegans alike. Customers rave about the flavorful fillings in dumplings and the authenticity of their dishes. While some note occasional inconsistencies in their experience, many praise the exceptional customer service and accommodating staff. Overall, Oriental Taste is a go-to spot for delicious Chinese cuisine with a cozy, lively atmosphere that keeps customers coming back for more.
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41 Main St Northampton, MA 01060 Hotline: (413) 582-6888
Introducing Oriental Taste, a Chinese restaurant located at 41 Main St, Northampton, MA, known for its extensive menu and vibrant atmosphere. This establishment offers a range of amenities such as reservation options, delivery, takeout, and catering services. With vegan and vegetarian options available, it caters to various dietary preferences.
Customers have praised the restaurant for its interesting food choices and excellent service. Margaret R. enjoyed the variety of dumplings with a unique filling, while Mai T. fondly recalls memorable college experiences at Oriental Taste, highlighting dishes like flat rice noodles and red cooked pork. Grace K. mentions the restaurant as a go-to spot for Chinese cuisine in Northampton.
Notable menu items include dim sum selections like Crystal Shrimp Dumplings and Shu Mai, as well as home-style appetizers such as Scallion Pancakes and Dan Dan Noodles. The restaurant's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is reflected in Zoe G.'s positive experience arranging a gift certificate for Father's Day.
Despite occasional inconsistencies in taste, Oriental Taste remains a popular choice for satisfying Chinese cravings. Renee C. recommends the gluten-free Crystal Dumplings and the flavorful Tokyo Roll. Additionally, AY C. praises the reliability of the food, particularly when feeling homesick during college years.
Experience simple, authentic Chinese flavors at Oriental Taste, where the staff is known for their warmth and efficiency. Indulge in a culinary journey filled with traditional and innovative dishes, making each visit a delightful dining experience.
Food was interesting, service great, ambience functional but not ugly. We had a variety of dumplings, homemade style, thicker dough than usual, and much better filling at usual.
If I were to pick out important memories from my college years, Oriental Taste would be on the list. They have amazing extensive menu that allows for trying something new every time. The atmosphere of the restaurant is robust, lively, and homey. OT is where I like to go the full nine yards--I'm talking drinks, apps, desserts. My favorites here are the flat rice noodles, shu mai, red cooked pork, and anything in the salt and pepper flavor. I'm sad I can't eat here as much as I used to, so please give them my business :)
If I want to order takeout or go out to eat, this is usually a last resort if I can't think of anything else and im stuck in Northampton. That's not to say it's bad though, probably the best Chinese food in Northampton but definitely nowhere near the best in the area. It's definitely the kind of place where you don't wanna order anything too out of your comfort zone, something might be weird about it. There have been times where I've gotten food from here delivered and it's been basically inedible, but there's also been plenty of times where it's been delicious. So inconsistency is definitely a factor here. However, when it's good it hits the spot. Definitely stick to the Chinese part of the menu though, that's what they specialize in.
The food and customer service at Oriental Taste is superb. Recently they accommodated my request for a Father's Day gift certificate for my son who works in Northampton. I can't wait for my next trip there to dine at Oriental Taste.
The food was absolutely delicious!! The crystal dumplings are GF and they were such an amazing treat. The Gemini Roll was delicious but it does fall apart easily. The Tokyo Roll is a new "I will order this every time I go there", but unfortunately the cancer roll was very tempura heavy (according my sushi loving cousin). Overall recommend!!
This place was a staple in all my years of going to college nearby. The food was good and reliable and never let me down (and was great when I was feeling homesick). Unfortunately I cannot speak much for the atmosphere of the restaurant because I mostly ordered takeout, but the folks working here were always very nice and efficient when I went to pick up food.
Amazing food, simple, authentic, and awesome staffs. (Just one of the ponytail lady would look down on people.