Modern Orchid Southeast Asian Cuisine - Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Aiden D.

Wonderful little Asian restaurant with super friendly staff and fresh tasting dishes! The food was quite tasty and plentiful for the price, which was very reasonable! Definitely worth a visit!

Chloe R.

Came for lunch and had their $11.99 Thursday daily special, which is their Combo 2 (on their Combination Menu) at a slightly reduced price. Also had their Fried Rice Noodle in Thai Sauce. Without looking at any photos, I was expecting the almond chicken to be fried/breaded, so was pleasantly surprised it was served in a 'healthier' way without being breaded! The pieces were moist and tender, and it came with a variety of vegetables (broccoli, baby corn, zucchini, carrot, onion, peppers) and garnished with sliced almonds. The chicken fried rice was rather plain, with miniscule pieces of chicken incorporated. The egg roll was made with pork and had a fragrant curry flavour. Value wise, $11.99 was a fair price!

The restaurant was quite busy over the lunch hour. Being from the west coast where we're charged 5% GST on food eating out, we weren't used to the 14% HST that Nova Scotia charges. Still, we had an enjoyable meal!

Mark O.

This restaurant is easy to find. It's withing minutes of walking from the hotel I was staying at.
Their dining area had a nice decor and was very clean.
The service was top notch. The young lady serving us had a great attitude and made great recommendations for both,drink and food. We were served in a timely manner. Before I could finish my first Lager, the food arrived.
It was hot and looked fresh. A nicely portioned plate of what looked like the typical 'Chinese Food' but with a Southeast Asian twist. Not the biggest plate but it was enough to sustain me until my next meal. The only thing I wouldn't have again is the egg roll. I don't think the fusion concept worked well with that item.
Their prices are reasonable. I was able to get a cold beer and have a good meal for about $30 + tip.
If I'm ever back in the region, I might visit this restaurant, again. If I do, it will mostly be because of the great service. She was really that good.

Jillian Y.

Food was hot, fast and quick. Allowed substitutions for the perfect plate. I honestly prefer my food not to touch and I usually don’t say anything- but today was the most perfect plate of food I’ve ever had. None of it was touching, it wasn’t overwhelming, and the sauce was provided on the side so I could control the amount being used. It was a small thing, but definitely made my personal dining experience so much better. Thank you!

Charlie C.

I received hair in my ginger beef.
There only concern is if it was blonde.
No refund offered and nothing in return
Hardly a sorry after a few minutes on the phone.
Rice was nasty as well chicken balls are mostly dough
I want my refund, I found the hair after my 3rd bite and I ate cereal for dinner.

Sarah M.

Food was great, felt rushed, the waitress didn't take our drink order untill we had to ask, while I am mid meal she brings ice cream. Obviously feeling rushed at this point ( sat for 20 min at this point max) asks how many bills while still eating. She wasnt very friendly or personable. Just made us feel very rushed and a inconvenience to her. We are the most low maintenance customers ever it dont take much to please us. Take our drink order, and dont bring desert and the bill while we are still eating and only been there for 20 min. I can see some people who linger on forever while they are busy but there was only 3 tables occupied including us and I can see why. 🙁

Michal B.

Nice choice during your visit to Dartmouth Crossing...
Friendly staff, great selection of food, fast service. Bonus for free ice cream! Enjoyed dinner.

Ashley L.

Honest hard-working Chinese family operates this restaurant, their older children help out with the cleaning of tables. Large portions, very reasonably priced and quick service. Would definitely come again.