Basic Chinese fare. Veggies are not overcooked and they have brown rice. Beware of slow service.
(3)
K P.
Generous portions........good food........ I liked it. Everytime I come to visit, I shall eat here.
(5)
Charles C.
This place has had a health inspection grades of B and C on multiple occasions. I did eat there on several occasions before I noticed these horrible grades from DHEC. The food was always decent but the fact they are always failing health inspections has me wondering......WHY
(1)
Renee M.
There is a serious lack of good Chinese takeout here in Columbia. That being said, Main Moon breaks the mold. The food is always hot, fast and awesome! In the almost 5 years I've lived here, I have never had bad service or food there. Super friendly staff and delicious food. I highly recommend the General Tso's chicken.
(5)
Christopher K.
I have given this four stars, understanding that this is a value priced takeout place in Columbia. Chinese food in Columbia is pretty terrible and I normally avoid the takeout style places but desperation drove me to survey the ones near my home. This is the only place I will order from for several reasons. First, the food is not greasy. Second, they have a good number of vegetarian dishes. Third, the vegetables are fresh and not overcooked. Fourth, they have real, short grain brown rice. Fifth, they are dirt cheap. When my wife is out of town and I can't motivate myself to cook for one, this is the place I will be frequenting. The only thing that would make it five stars is if they had a few more traditional vegetarian offerings like shiitake and bok-choy stir fry, more noodle dishes or something featuring preserved vegetables.
(4)
Colin W.
There is such a lack of good Chinese food in Columbia, as other reviewers have mentioned. This place is so good! Seems a bit pricey, but you get a good portion. I had the Shrimp Lo Mein and it was very good. Will definitely return.
(5)
Michael S.
Server / Cashier greeted me and took my order. I'm vegetarian. So tried the Vegetable Delight. Plastic plate and plastic Utensils. Mostly Togo? But hey, IT'S $4.55! And IT's NOT BAD. SO. .. Quick Not bad food Cheap!
(3)
Michael M.
Good food, good price, quick service, large portions. Great standby when I don't want to cook.
(4)
Simon T.
Pretty decent fare, good sauce on General Tsao's. Wish they had mei fun.
(3)
James N.
Food is always fresh and hot as lava. The menu is pretty extensive and very reasonable. Their wings are actually pretty good too. Never had a bad dish, just wish they delivered.
(4)
Jordan J.
You know, cheap Chinese food can take a person to some terrifying places. This restaurant deserves at least four stars for beating the odds and, in dozens of meals, never taking me to those terrifying places. Will you feel like running a marathon after eating here? No, you'll probably shy away from all physical activity for a good twenty hours. But you probably won't become ill. You probably won't encounter extremely gross chunks of fatty meat or unidentifiable stuff. These are major achievements, and good odds, for this type of food. The service isn't spectacular, but it also isn't memorably offensive. The order turnaround is pretty quick. I usually stick to the chicken or veggie dishes. With a heavy reliance on onions, the veggie dishes are pretty flavorable. It's almost always above average, and usually fresh enough to be leftover-friendly for the next day. Overall, expect unusually good versions of the type of food you probably shouldn't eat in large quantities.
(4)
Benjamin D.
The best Chinese in rosewood for the price. They always give freebies like drinks at lunch. They can be inconsistent but if you become a regular they try harder to make your food good.
(4)
Mona lisa V.
Pretty gross, cheap* Chinese food. Sure, you can eat it, but you'll be sure to regret it, too. We're talking a major hangover. I don't want to accuse them of using MSG, but I'll take a chance on saying they probably use heaps of monosodium glutamate. I've been to this place too many times. Last time I was there, they gave me the wrong order, which I totally understand was equally my fault for not checking at the counter. I realized it once I was at the stoplight on Rosewood. They called me and told me what I already knew. I went back and... they took the food back behind the counter. They were still going to give it to whomever ordered it. After I'd absquatulated with it and, yes, almost eaten the egg roll I didn't order. My fingers were inches away. Had I been any hungrier, the egg roll would've probably had a bite taken out of it, and it certainly would have been touched by my grimy fingers. That little episode confirmed it. Not going back. *N.B. The prices listed online are old and inaccurate.
(2)
Gwonk B.
No frills, no soda fountain, no fan blades on the ceiling fans...but the food is good and not too expensive. Great place to grab something and go home to eat. I'll be coming back.
(4)
Alan M.
The customer service blows. The food is
(3)
Eater Of Food S.
I love this place and eat here at least once a week. Take out I should say. My favorites are the sweet and sour shrimp and the garlic broccoli. Highly recommended.
(5)
Neal T.
Hands down, the best chinese food in town. And the cheapest. Which is a pretty dynamite combo. Super fast, too. If you call in your order while you're on your way over, it'll probably be ready within 5 minutes of arriving, if not sooner. Lots of menu options. Something for everybody. I eat mostly vegan, and it's even easy to find something for me. The large portions are huge, so unless it's for two people or you're incredibly hungry, go with the small size. I've recommended this place to several friends, all of whom have loved it. Downside: not much seating, and very little parking. All in all, though: Highly recommended. UPDATE: I stopped eating here because I found hairs in my food on multiple visits. It's a shame, because the food is very good.
(2)
Jenna M.
I love the sesame chicken, it is always crunchy and their sauce is delicious. I would also highly recommend the veggie lo mein and egg rolls. The only negative is they don't deliver...but it is worth the drive. Definitely better than tea pot.
(4)
Marty S.
Awesome General Tso's! Loved the egg roll too. Tasted really fresh. Not very greasy, even after reheating the leftovers. Yay Main Moon!
(4)
John F.
Everywhere you stay or live, there is a Chinese restaurant "around the corner." Main Moon is that place for me, and a regular stop every week or so. They're fast and always right on what I order. They have awesome lunch specials that are $5, and it comes with your meal and a soda of choice. The lunch special is essentially the exact size as the dinner, and it is usually enough food to make two meals out of. Highly recommended for a great take-out option!
(4)
Laura A.
In almost all respects, Main Moon is just another strip mall Chinese restaurant, with a few Thai dishes and some sushi thrown in to widen the customer base. What sets it apart is the un-effing-believably good General Tso's tofu. It's not on the menu, but they made it for me once and then were gracious enough to feed my addiction to it for almost a year. So if you call and order it, chances are they will think it's me (which is fine, as long as you are polite). I can't say much about the other dishes they offer, except that my decidedly non-kosher friends think the pork dumplings and their accompanying "brown" sauce are outta sight. This is no fine dining: the service, decor, menu, and location meet all the criteria for cheap Chinese takeout. But I just had to profess my love for the one thing they do better than any of their cookie-cutter counterparts: deep fried saucy tofu ecstasy.
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Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch, Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : No Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Quiet Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : No Caters : No
The popularity of Chinese food in America can be adjudicated by the appearance of China Town in many major cities in the United State of America. The popular trend of ordering or opting for Chinese take away food isn't unknown in America. Chinese take away food comes to rescue when you're too tired from work or too exhausted to cook. No one can resist the temptation of eating spicy noodles, shrimp, chicken, beef or pork cooked in the sweet and spicy sauce. The cooking method of authentic Chinese food is a lot different compared to what is served in America.
Generally, Chinese use dark meat small bones and organs to cook dishes but this changes when you are eating American-Chinese fusion food prepared using white boneless meat cooked with broccoli, carrots and onions. Back in China, the food is less spicy and oily as they favor steaming and braising method for cooking the most popular dishes. So, if you have a taste for authentic Chinese food, then try finding a real Chinese restaurant in the city. You can also try the most popular fusion Chinese food like Pecking Duck, Chicken Feet, Hot Pot, Shrimp Dumpling Soup, Mapo Tofu, Wontons, Chop Suey, Egg Rolls and not to forget Fortune Cookies.
There are not many restaurants in America serving authentic Chinese food. A little research on Restaurant Listings directory can help you locate the best Chinese restaurants in the city. Chinese cuisine is continuously evolving, and you can find a variety of dishes categorized as the food for lactose intolerant, gluten intolerant, vegan, vegetarian, and diabetic friendly. So, if you have a group of friends with different taste patterns, save the hassle and visit the nearest Chinese restaurant in your city.
Melanie P.
Basic Chinese fare. Veggies are not overcooked and they have brown rice. Beware of slow service.
(3)K P.
Generous portions........good food........ I liked it. Everytime I come to visit, I shall eat here.
(5)Charles C.
This place has had a health inspection grades of B and C on multiple occasions. I did eat there on several occasions before I noticed these horrible grades from DHEC. The food was always decent but the fact they are always failing health inspections has me wondering......WHY
(1)Renee M.
There is a serious lack of good Chinese takeout here in Columbia. That being said, Main Moon breaks the mold. The food is always hot, fast and awesome! In the almost 5 years I've lived here, I have never had bad service or food there. Super friendly staff and delicious food. I highly recommend the General Tso's chicken.
(5)Christopher K.
I have given this four stars, understanding that this is a value priced takeout place in Columbia. Chinese food in Columbia is pretty terrible and I normally avoid the takeout style places but desperation drove me to survey the ones near my home. This is the only place I will order from for several reasons. First, the food is not greasy. Second, they have a good number of vegetarian dishes. Third, the vegetables are fresh and not overcooked. Fourth, they have real, short grain brown rice. Fifth, they are dirt cheap. When my wife is out of town and I can't motivate myself to cook for one, this is the place I will be frequenting. The only thing that would make it five stars is if they had a few more traditional vegetarian offerings like shiitake and bok-choy stir fry, more noodle dishes or something featuring preserved vegetables.
(4)Colin W.
There is such a lack of good Chinese food in Columbia, as other reviewers have mentioned. This place is so good! Seems a bit pricey, but you get a good portion. I had the Shrimp Lo Mein and it was very good. Will definitely return.
(5)Michael S.
Server / Cashier greeted me and took my order. I'm vegetarian. So tried the Vegetable Delight. Plastic plate and plastic Utensils. Mostly Togo? But hey, IT'S $4.55! And IT's NOT BAD. SO. .. Quick Not bad food Cheap!
(3)Michael M.
Good food, good price, quick service, large portions. Great standby when I don't want to cook.
(4)Simon T.
Pretty decent fare, good sauce on General Tsao's. Wish they had mei fun.
(3)James N.
Food is always fresh and hot as lava. The menu is pretty extensive and very reasonable. Their wings are actually pretty good too. Never had a bad dish, just wish they delivered.
(4)Jordan J.
You know, cheap Chinese food can take a person to some terrifying places. This restaurant deserves at least four stars for beating the odds and, in dozens of meals, never taking me to those terrifying places. Will you feel like running a marathon after eating here? No, you'll probably shy away from all physical activity for a good twenty hours. But you probably won't become ill. You probably won't encounter extremely gross chunks of fatty meat or unidentifiable stuff. These are major achievements, and good odds, for this type of food. The service isn't spectacular, but it also isn't memorably offensive. The order turnaround is pretty quick. I usually stick to the chicken or veggie dishes. With a heavy reliance on onions, the veggie dishes are pretty flavorable. It's almost always above average, and usually fresh enough to be leftover-friendly for the next day. Overall, expect unusually good versions of the type of food you probably shouldn't eat in large quantities.
(4)Benjamin D.
The best Chinese in rosewood for the price. They always give freebies like drinks at lunch. They can be inconsistent but if you become a regular they try harder to make your food good.
(4)Mona lisa V.
Pretty gross, cheap* Chinese food. Sure, you can eat it, but you'll be sure to regret it, too. We're talking a major hangover. I don't want to accuse them of using MSG, but I'll take a chance on saying they probably use heaps of monosodium glutamate. I've been to this place too many times. Last time I was there, they gave me the wrong order, which I totally understand was equally my fault for not checking at the counter. I realized it once I was at the stoplight on Rosewood. They called me and told me what I already knew. I went back and... they took the food back behind the counter. They were still going to give it to whomever ordered it. After I'd absquatulated with it and, yes, almost eaten the egg roll I didn't order. My fingers were inches away. Had I been any hungrier, the egg roll would've probably had a bite taken out of it, and it certainly would have been touched by my grimy fingers. That little episode confirmed it. Not going back. *N.B. The prices listed online are old and inaccurate.
(2)Gwonk B.
No frills, no soda fountain, no fan blades on the ceiling fans...but the food is good and not too expensive. Great place to grab something and go home to eat. I'll be coming back.
(4)Alan M.
The customer service blows. The food is
(3)Eater Of Food S.
I love this place and eat here at least once a week. Take out I should say. My favorites are the sweet and sour shrimp and the garlic broccoli. Highly recommended.
(5)Neal T.
Hands down, the best chinese food in town. And the cheapest. Which is a pretty dynamite combo. Super fast, too. If you call in your order while you're on your way over, it'll probably be ready within 5 minutes of arriving, if not sooner. Lots of menu options. Something for everybody. I eat mostly vegan, and it's even easy to find something for me. The large portions are huge, so unless it's for two people or you're incredibly hungry, go with the small size. I've recommended this place to several friends, all of whom have loved it. Downside: not much seating, and very little parking. All in all, though: Highly recommended. UPDATE: I stopped eating here because I found hairs in my food on multiple visits. It's a shame, because the food is very good.
(2)Jenna M.
I love the sesame chicken, it is always crunchy and their sauce is delicious. I would also highly recommend the veggie lo mein and egg rolls. The only negative is they don't deliver...but it is worth the drive. Definitely better than tea pot.
(4)Marty S.
Awesome General Tso's! Loved the egg roll too. Tasted really fresh. Not very greasy, even after reheating the leftovers. Yay Main Moon!
(4)John F.
Everywhere you stay or live, there is a Chinese restaurant "around the corner." Main Moon is that place for me, and a regular stop every week or so. They're fast and always right on what I order. They have awesome lunch specials that are $5, and it comes with your meal and a soda of choice. The lunch special is essentially the exact size as the dinner, and it is usually enough food to make two meals out of. Highly recommended for a great take-out option!
(4)Laura A.
In almost all respects, Main Moon is just another strip mall Chinese restaurant, with a few Thai dishes and some sushi thrown in to widen the customer base. What sets it apart is the un-effing-believably good General Tso's tofu. It's not on the menu, but they made it for me once and then were gracious enough to feed my addiction to it for almost a year. So if you call and order it, chances are they will think it's me (which is fine, as long as you are polite). I can't say much about the other dishes they offer, except that my decidedly non-kosher friends think the pork dumplings and their accompanying "brown" sauce are outta sight. This is no fine dining: the service, decor, menu, and location meet all the criteria for cheap Chinese takeout. But I just had to profess my love for the one thing they do better than any of their cookie-cutter counterparts: deep fried saucy tofu ecstasy.
(4)