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Best Chinese Restaurants Nearby in Norton

Hibachi Xpress-Highland Sq

Hibachi Xpress-Highland Sq

3.6
(1k+)
• Seafood • Japanese
$0 delivery fee • 9.0 mi • 50 min
"The habachi is so good Iordered yesterday foods always fresh and warm good portions and amazing prices"
"I preferred fried rice, and what I got wasn't that. Also, there were about 3 carrots, 2 broccoli, and 5 slices of onion and they were all overcooked. The yum yum sauce was .85 each and came with hardly any in the containers. Overall was not satisfied at all."
Double Entree Meal
Steak served with fried rice, mixed veggies and 1 sauce choice.
$20.53
Triple Entree
Chicken served with fried rice, mixed veggies and 1 sauce choice.
$24.84
Chicken Entree
Fried pork chinese dumplings. 6 pieces
$16.46
Steak Snack
Broccoli, carrots and onions served with fried rice, and 1 sauce choice.
$13.23
Hyde Out

Hyde Out

4.4
(14k+)
• Sushi Bars • Japanese
$0 delivery fee • 8.2 mi • 34 min
Trending
"I always order from this Hyde out! The food is always correct, the right temps, as well as decent portion sizes. I always feel like the chefs care about how their food looks, and tastes. Ever seems pretty fresh as well. Spicy Krabmeat Roll always fresh, and pretty full with krab. Husband always goes with the House Lo Mein says the toppings are pretty even with the noodles. "
"General Tso's Chicken(spicy) Was a glorified combination plate, not even full, to the portions you would receive at any Chinese Restaurant, for $4 cheaper. The portions were about half the size. 1 Scoop of rice as seen. Egg, no vegegtables. No broccoli, though it is advertised with it. I ordered the spicy version and it was obvious that Siracha was utilized to increase the spice, versus the normal style of adding plain red pepper flake oil. While the Chicken had a nice crisp to it and the sauce was good, for what appeared to be lacking ginger, the portions really did leave much to be desired. Especially for the price point. The foil liner, inside of the container, was very fragile and tore easily, leaving bits and pieces that I needed to pick through my rice to remove, before continuing to eat. This could have been prevented by the usage of aluminum tins with lids or paper take-out boxes, beside the use of cheap Styrofoam boxes. Food was good. Food and overall experience, 50/50."
General Tso Chicken
All hibachi come w. broccoli,zukkini,carrot,onion
$16.53
Springroll (4pc)
Soybean paste soup.
$6.88
Hibachi Steak
Smoked salmon, krabmeat, cream cheese and mayo.
$25.33
Side Fried Rice
Krabmeat, cream cheese and cucumber.
$6.25
KFC

KFC

4.2
(2k+)
• American • Comfort Food
$0 delivery fee • 9.3 mi • 43 min
"bowl buy one get one freeFamous Bowl was delicious, great value. Multiple meals for me, I ate on mine for two days. My friend enjoyed theirs also."
"Chicken was great! Sides are 1/10 at best. Mash potatoes always taste like water and little to no gravy. Mac & Cheese had a decent taste but bland at the same time... portion sizes for the sides wasn't even big enough for a kids meal. I'd say only go for the chicken and biscuits. In fact.... they should do a baes change, get rid of their sides and call it KFC Chicken $ Biscuits"
3 pc. Chicken Big Box Meal
Order online and enjoy 3 pieces of our world-famous fried chicken in your KFC recipe of choice. Includes your choice of 2 sides, a buttery biscuit, and a medium drink. Cal.: 380-2340
$15.08
Famous Bowl
Mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, chicken nuggets and a 3-cheese blend for a savory comfort meal. Cal.: 590
$7.13
Famous Bowl Combo
Includes mashed potatoes with gravy, sweet corn, and chicken nuggets, topped with a blend of three shredded cheeses. Includes a medium drink. Cal.: 590-1020
$8.85
Pot Pie
Creamy chicken pot pie with tender bites of fried chicken, diced potatoes, peas, and carrots in a savory sauce, baked in a flaky, golden crust. Cal.: 720
$7.72
Burger King

Burger King

4.0
(10k+)
• Burgers • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 6.7 mi • 42 min
"Exceptional Whopper Jr.® 💯🔥🎯🔥💯 Exceptional Delivery Service 🪖🔥🪖"
"Original Chicken Sandwich Meal it's Delish 😋..for a change the fries aren't to fried too hard..cooked just to the point of done-ness..which I like..the fries have a good thickness..so they don't need to be fried to the point they are hard ..no taste when they are... The chicken sandwich is moist and my instructions were followed add tomato/mayo.. the chocolate shake ..yumm the right amount of chocolate to taste ..this time I should've gotten a larger size.. I once had one couldn't tell what the taste was supposed to be 🫩..everything was freshly made..still warm..and yes ..the next time I'll size up..too late for a photo .I was too hungry.."
Whopper Meal
America's Favorite Burger*, The Whopper Sandwich is a ¼ lb** of flame-grilled beef with juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, ketchup, crunchy pickles, and sliced white onions on a toasted sesame seed bun. **Weight based on pre-cooked patty. *Based on May 2023 nationwide survey of 4,014 adults 18 or older.
$14.24
Whopper
America's Favorite Burger*, The Whopper Sandwich is a ¼ lb** of flame-grilled beef with juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, ketchup, crunchy pickles, and sliced white onions on a toasted sesame seed bun. **Weight based on pre-cooked patty. *Based on May 2023 nationwide survey of 4,014 adults 18 or older.
$7.95
Double Cheeseburger
Two flame-grilled patties. 1/4 lb* of 100% beef. All topped with 2 slices of melted American cheese, crunchy pickles, yellow mustard, and ketchup on a toasted sesame seed bun. *Weight based on pre-cooked patty.
$4.53
Original Chicken Sandwich
Lightly breaded chicken topped with crisp lettuce and creamy mayonnaise on a sesame seed bun.
$7.28
The Original Steaks & Hoagies

The Original Steaks & Hoagies

3.7
(20+)
• Sandwiches • Chicken
$0 delivery fee • 8.0 mi • 44 min
Farther away
$5 off on $30+
"Thanks for the delicious food and for exchanging my drink when you were out of the bottles for a cheaper price. Great customer service."
"We didn't receive our onion rings. $9 damn dollars for onion rings and they can't put them in a bag:/ Terrible ."
Cheesesteak
Hand shaved ribeye freshly chopped with choice of whizz, provolone or white American cheese. Add provolone and cheese whiz together for added goodness!
$17.05
The Original Cheesesteak
Hand shaved ribeye freshly chopped with fried onions, mushrooms, hot and sweet peppers, choice of cheese whizz, provolone or white american. This is the real deal authentic cheesesteak!
$17.26
Chicken Bacon Ranch
By far our best selling chicken cheesesteak. Fresh chicken breast chopped with crispy applewood bacon pieces, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato, and house made ranch.
$17.13
Wisconsin Cheese Curds
Cheese curds are little bites of cheesy heaven. They're small pieces of curdled milk, roughly the size of peanuts in the shell, with a mild and cheddar-like flavor. Fresh cheese curds have a rubbery texture that causes a squeak when you bite into them.
$9.49
Hibachi Xpress

Hibachi Xpress

4.1
(7k+)
• Halal • Grill
$0 delivery fee
"I love ordering from here as the food is always fresh, and filling! The steak and shrimp is my favorite or just steak, and I also enjoy the 3 veggie egg rolls for $5. Also, the yum yum sauce is a MUST!"
"I never leave reviews but this place does not deserve 4.1 stars it a big waste of money. The rice and veggies were disgusting and the chicken was weird, noodles were fine if not a little bland, very expensive and not at all worth the price"
Double Entree - Steak and Chicken Options
Choose Between out most popular entrees - Steak and Chicken, Double Chicken, or Double Steak. Comes served with fried rice, mixed veggies and 1 sauce.
$20.35
Chicken Hibachi
Chicken served with fried rice, mixed veggies and 1 sauce choice.
$16.95
Double Entree - all meat options
Choose 2 - Steak, Chicken, Shrimp, Salmon or Scallops served with fried rice, mixed veggies and 1 sauce **FOR DOUBLE STEAK OR DOUBLE CHICKEN - PLEASE use the Double Entree Steak and Chicken Options to avoid paying $1 additional charge**
$21.31
Steak Hibachi
Steak served with fried rice, mixed veggies and 1 sauce choice.
$16.92
HOUSE OF HUNAN

HOUSE OF HUNAN

4.3
(10+)
• $
$0 delivery fee
6. Crab Meat with Cheese (6)
Shrimp tempura, avocado, cream cheese inside, crab tempura flying fish roe on the top.
$8.11
7. Fried or Steamed Dumplings (6)
Shrimp tempura inside, spicy crabmeat & sweet sauce on the top.
$9.43
J47. Spicy Crab Roll
Crispy chunks of chicken and broccoli in a sweet sauce topped with sesame.
$6.5
J56. California Roll
Deep fried roll, spicy tuna crunch, spicy crab on the top.
$6.17
Hibachi Xpress

Hibachi Xpress

3.9
(800+)
• $$
$0 delivery fee
"Love love LOVE this restaurant! I always get the Steak Hibachi and it is absolutely yummy! Always fills me up and is worth the money."
"maaan the banna Grandma's Homemade Banana Pudding is to die for I doordash it I crave it so much its always fresh no mushy waffers the portion is huge for 6.00and it literally is sooooo good I make my own but this stuff is addicting.and the fresh Bananas in it sooo good I just don't get whipped cream by choice omg sooo delich"
Double Entrée - Free Drink!
*Our Most Popular* Combine any two meats served with Mixed Veggies, Fried Rice and 1 Sauce Choice. Now comes with your choice of free can of pop or bottled water.
$19.98
Chicken Hibachi
Chicken served with Mixed Veggies, Fried Rice and 1 Sauce Choice.
$16.04
Steak Hibachi
Steak served with Mixed Veggies, Fried Rice and 1 Sauce Choice.
$16.44
Asian Cravings - Portage Lakes

Asian Cravings - Portage Lakes

4.5
(100+)
• Asian Fusion • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"This is a great spot for quick Asian food. The Basil Stir Fry is full of flavor and had just a little kick. The Crab Rangoon are crunchy and have a good amount of filling. Delivery was fast. "
"This by far was the best food , everything was hot and cooked perfectly. The portions were big and the crab rangoons were perfectly fried and the filling was very good. I will definitely order again."
Crab Rangoon
Crabmeat & cream cheese filled wonton skin served with sweet and sour sauce. extra sauce (2) for an additional charge.
$7.45
Chicken
Served with fried rice, broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, onion, and zucchini.
$21.33
Chicken & Steak
Served with fried rice, broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, onion, and zucchini.
$24.2
Steak & Shrimp
Served with fried rice, broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, onion, and zucchini.
$26.52
island hawaiian bbq & seafood

island hawaiian bbq & seafood

4.6
(500+)
• Seafood Restaurant • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"Had the 19. Chicken Lover and it was great! Had 3 types of chicken that pair well and came with a couple of sauces and small cup of Macaroni Salad. Even the Boiled Egg was flavorful. Great portions too. "
"Crab Rangoon was phenomenal, Seafood boil was cooked to perfection with great flavor. Overall great value for the portion and it arrived warm! Will be back!"
1/2 and 1/2 Combo
Select two meats from options like BBQ Chicken, Chicken Katsu, Garlic Shrimp, or Fried Mahi. Price may vary based on choice.
$19.57
Crab Rangoon (6 Pieces)
Cream cheese and crab filling wrapped in wonton skins, served as six pieces.
$6.99
Spam Katsu Musubi
1 piece BBQ chicken, 1 piece chicken katsu, 1 piece mochiko chicken. rice and 1 scoop macaroni salad.
$3.5
Creat Your Own
regular size 3 pcs meat,2 scoops rice and 1 scoop macaroni salad mini size 2 pcs meat ,1 scoop rice and 1 scoop macaroni salad cabbage under meat
$40.88
Hibachi Xpress

Hibachi Xpress

4.3
(800+)
• Asian Fusion • Chicken
$0 delivery fee
"Always a great idea! the food is always fresh, and still so hot that I have to let it cool off for a few minutes before I can eat. the meat is always nice and flavorful, and the veggies are always cooked just right, still have color and crunch, not soggy or gray."
"The Large Teriyaki Chicken Entrée was a good sized portion but the flavor was not good. The teriyaki sauce was very salty and as a result made the entire meal salty. the yum yum sauce which I paid extra for was also bland. Food was fresh. For the cost, the portion size was on par but everything else was subpar at best. I will not be ordering again."
Chicken and Steak Entrée
Comes with white rice, veggies (broccoli, onions, and carrots), and a side of sauce.
$17.44
Crab Rangoon (1/2 Dozen)
wanton skin filed with cream cheese crab scallion and salary with our special spices
$6.01
Trio Entrée (Chicken, Steak, Shrimp)
Comes with white rice, veggies (broccoli, onions, and carrots), and a side of sauce.
$21.48
Noodles
Comes with white rice rice, veggies (broccoli, onions, and carrots), and a side of sauce.
$6.6
Applebee's Grill & Bar

Applebee's Grill & Bar

4.5
(8k+)
• Sandwiches • Burgers
$0 delivery fee
"Chicken Tenders Platter were Fire Breading was Good and sauce compliments them well. Although im really here for the Sizzlin' Butter Pecan Blondie I think they could be a little more generous with the ice cream."
"My chicken was like leather there were 2 pieces of shrimp and I was disappointed because I love this dinner but this time it was a fail !"
Ultimate Trio
Get ready to build your Ultimate Trio! Choose 3 appetizers from a mouthwatering selection of 10 and pair them with 3 irresistible dipping sauces. With endless combinations, every bite is a new adventure!
$19.03
Boneless Wings
Crispy breaded pieces of tender boneless chicken tossed in your choice of sauce. Served with Bleu cheese or house-made ranch buttermilk ranch dressings and celery.
$16.23
Mozzarella Sticks
Crispy outside with melty Mozzarella inside, this favorite is served with marinara sauce.
$12.52
Triple Chocolate Meltdown®
Warm, rich, fudge-filled chocolate cake drizzled with hot fudge. Served with vanilla ice cream.
$9.99
Cilantro Thai & Sushi Restaurant

Cilantro Thai & Sushi Restaurant

4.7
(3k+)
• Thai • Japanese
$0 delivery fee
"That Chiang Mai Chix Curry Noodle Soup (khao soi) I cannot express to you how incredible it was!! if you are a curry lover and love the taste of the coconut milk and just delicious food, the chicken was good too. It was like dark meat, big piece! I ate the whole bowl and it was a lot of food. I would have it tomorrow for dinner and the next day if I could afford it!!!! "
"This is not only the best Thai I have had in Akron, but the best food I have found here when traveling. It is. It greasy. It is not oversalted. Ingredients are fresh. Thoughtful packaging. #1 best Thai in the AK area !"
Dinner Pad Thai
Classic Thai-stir fried rice noodles with egg, bean sprout, green onion, and ground peanuts.
$21.78
Crab Rangoon
Fresh wonton wrappers with imitation crab, cream cheese, scallions. Fried and served with out honey sweet & sour sauce.
$12.1
Dinner Pad See Ewe
Wide rice noodles, stir-fried in a sweet soy sauce with egg, broccoli, carrots, and baby corn.
$21.65
Dinner Traditional Fried Rice
Stir-fried rice with egg, white and green onions, and tomatoes.
$22.4
Tail Gators Sports Pub & Grille

Tail Gators Sports Pub & Grille

4.5
(6k+)
• Takeout • Burgers
$0 delivery fee
"Quite possibly the best gyro I've ever had. The meat was so tender- it melts in your mouth and pops with flavor. Definitely worth the price"
"Ordered a Swiss burger. The steak looked and tasted like the Angus steaks from the dollar tree. absolutely no flavor whatsoever. Could not even finish it. The waitress took forever to take my order and bring my food. Got my steak temp wrong. the only good part was the coleslaw. Would not recommend their burgers."
6 Traditional Wings
Our classic double cheeseburger two 1/4 lb patties, American cheese, lettuce and our special sauce. -Make it a Junior one 1/4 lb patty for 8.49
$11.38
12 Traditional Wings
Lightly salted mini soft pretzels served with queso cheese dip.
$21.35
Tailgator Burger
Lightly breaded goodness with marinara sauce.
$14.8
6 Boneless Wings
Breaded chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, shredded cheese and ranch. Add buffalo sauce for a kick $1.00
$9
Tandoori Kabobs

Tandoori Kabobs

4.6
(1k+)
• Indian • Vegetarian
$0 delivery fee
"The Samosa Chole Chaat is so delicious!! You only get two for the $10 but they are so yummu. Butter Chicken / Makhani was good, pretty typical. Naan is the Butter Naan. I just added my own garlic. "
"Yall. Do NOT buy the Naan from here. To be very specific everything's flavor was good. But for the garlic Naan I paid $4 for ONE cut in half. Definitely not worth the money lol. AGAIN the flavor was good but from every other restaurant I order from it's at LEAST 2 pieces for that price."
Butter Chicken / Makhani
Boneless chicken pieces marinated with our special ingredients, cooked with fresh tomatoes, onion with garlic and ginger.
$17.3
Chicken Tikka Masala
Puffed pastry filled with vegetable masala.
$17.34
Vegetable Samosa
Paneer cooked with fresh curry sauce blended with Indian spices.
$4.91
Chicken Biryani
Gulab jamun is a very popular indian sweet where milk solid dumplings are deep fried and then soaked in flavored sugar syrup before serving.
$16.98
Rockne's

Rockne's

4.6
(1k+)
• Sandwiches • Salads
$0 delivery fee
"I go to the one in Fairlawn, and I've Never Had A Bad Meal. can't say that about the other ones. staff and waitresses are pleasant and attentive and friendly. Never Had to wait to be seated even at the busiest time of day. to go meals and sandwiches also great. attention to details when packaging. I rate it a 10+ out of 10!"
"Firestone Salad is so delicious! Great portion size, shredded lettuce makes it easier to eat at work. Fresh and tasty grilled chicken. And their house dressing is amazing!! I could eat this Firestone salad every day!"
Firestone Salad
Our number one salad! A broiled chicken breast, julienne sliced, over a bed of chopped lettuce, cheddar jack cheese & tomato... with grilled pita. A great salad!
$17.07
Terminator Sub
Choice angus beef grilled with American and Provolone cheeses & a few of our fresh cut fries... topped with lettuce, mayo and Rockne’s® dressing on a buttered grilled bun.
$15.83
Pasta Salad
Grilled chicken tenderloins atop Penne Pasta tossed with feta & cheddar cheeses, shredded lettuce, and diced tomatoes. Served with a dressing of your choice and grilled pita.
$16.91
Souvlaki Salad
Grilled chicken tenderloins on a generous bed of chopped lettuce, tomatoes, & cheddar jack cheese with grilled pita. Sunflower seeds upon request.
$17
Que Pasa

Que Pasa

4.6
(400+)
• Mexican • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Always such a great meal and service when dining here and getting it to go. Its always packaged neatly and they are very kind. Will always order/eat here! 100/5 stars. "
"2nd time ordering the same fajita mean and was hoping I would get a decent amount as they serve inside the restaurant and I was disappointed to get it again considering I am paying more to get it.. I won't order again.."
19. Arroz Con Pollo Lunch
Bed of Spanish rice topped with grilled chicken or steak strips covered in melted cheese, lettuce, sour cream, and tomatoes.
$13.7
2 Piece Soft Taco
Tender sliced steak or grilled chicken, cooked with green peppers, onions and tomatoes. Served with Spanish rice, refried beans, guacamole, lettuce, pico de gallo, sour cream, and 3 flour tortillas.
$10.44
Quesadilla
Corn tortilla with meat, onions, and cilantro. Served with lime and green avocado sauce.
$9.18
40. Quesadilla Fajita Dinner
Supreme combination consists of one shredded chicken enchilada, one ground beef enchilada, one cheese enchilada, and one bean enchilada. Topped with cheese, special enchilada sauce, lettuce, tomato, sour cream. Served with Spanish rice.
$19.32
S’MAC and cheese Akron

S’MAC and cheese Akron

4.5
(1k+)
• American • Comfort Food
$0 delivery fee
"the #26 The Shrimp and Scallop S'MAC is divine, and is so beautiful in the tin it arrived in. i was skeptical at first whether it'd be good but it's great!!! the Smoky Gouda Love Taps went away SO fast. i absolutely devoured them the moment i snapped the picture."
"I absolutely ❤️ love ❤️ the #26 The Shrimp and Scallop dish. The cheese is perfectly browned across the entire top. There's a lot of shrimp. There's a lot of scallops. The tastes go together very well. I want to try something different from there, but it is hard to not get this dish."
#13 Garlic Parm
Our mac topped with crispy chicken smothered in our unforgettable Garlic Parmesan sauce.
$17.3
Build Your Own
Choose your meat, vegetables, sauce, & (shrimp, lobster) for an additional charge. Available vegetables: spinach, sautéed mushroom, jalapeño, corn, green pepper, cherry tomato, broccoli, peas & carrots, scallions.
$17.77
#1 Original
Our famous mac and cheese with our 5 cheese blend of mozzarella, Sharp Cheddar, Monterey jack, Parmesan, & Romano blend.
$15.83
Mozzarella Sticks
Served with marinara sauce.
$8.01
Belgrade Gardens (East State St)

Belgrade Gardens (East State St)

4.6
(100+)
• American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"Belgrade's has always been one of my favorite places to eat from since I was a kid and my mother used to always order it for pickup and we'd also eat in the restaurant occasionally. I am 32 now and I still love Belgrade's all these years later. My fiancé tried it for the first time recently and now he loves it as well. I am so happy to be able to order Belgrade's now for delivery through DoorDash. My fiancé and I both had the chicken Tenders and Fries - LG and I got a side of the Hot Sauce - LG. The chicken was perfect as always (golden, crispy, flavorful), the fries were good but could've been cooked a bit longer to get crispier (but we will air fry them tomorrow when we eat our leftovers), the hot sauce was good, spicy and delicious. Always good food and takes me back to my childhood. Belgrade's will forever be my favorite restaurant."
"The items we received were not what was described. The chocolate mousse cake slices were very small and not worth $11 each. The Mac and cheese side was packed in a styrofoam cup the size of a small Dixie cup. The reg seafood platter only came with fish and shrimp. The clams and calamari were missing. The description sounds like it has fries but there were no fries. The onion rings were chewy. The chicken 10.99 deal was supposed to have grilled chicken and veggies with pita bread and a side. Instead, we received a fried chicken breast tossed into a Chinese take out box. Not grilled. No vegetables. No bread."
REG White Meat
13 pcs of chicken, pint of hot sauce, coleslaw, french fries, and bread
$22.44

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