Pao's Chinese Restaurant

Chinese Restaurant 3.4 (124)

Pao's Chinese Restaurant seems to struggle to deliver authentic flavors that many customers expect from traditional Chinese cuisine. While some diners appreciate the nostalgia and cleanliness of the place, others report bland and poorly prepared food. The inconsistency in service and dining experience appears to be a common theme. Although a few reviews highlight a long history of patronage, many customers express disappointment, indicating that the restaurant's quality may have declined.

Overall:

2.9

(111 reviews)

Authenticity:

2.1

Atmosphere:

2.7

Service:

3.4

Phone number: (417) 678-0211

Address: 1323 S Elliott Ave, Aurora, MO 65605, USA

Opening hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Sunday: Closed

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available

Offerings

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Vegetarian Options Available

Amenities

  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Good for Children
  • Good for Groups

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

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" Though I've been coming to Pao's for over a decade, I can sadly say it’s lost its magic. My latest meal consisted of chicken fried rice that tasted old. The dumplings were a nice touch, but ultimately left me disappointed overall. I appreciate the local vibe, but I can’t recommend this place to friends anymore. " (*Curated Review*)

7 months ago

" Last week, I visited Pao's for a quick lunch. I ordered the cashew chicken because it was highly recommended by a friend. Unfortunately, when it arrived, it was missing many of the cashews! The sauce was bland, and the chicken was dry. The only redeeming factor was the egg roll, which was crispy and decent. The cash-only policy caught me off guard too! " (*Curated Review*)

7 months ago

" I keep hearing issues with Pao's as I search for the perfect Chinese food, and now I understand why. I arrived, waited for more than 30 minutes to get food and what I received was mediocre. The bland fried rice overshadowed the shrimp, which was overcooked and tasted rubbery. Not authentic at all. I can't believe the owner doesn't accept credit cards! This will not be my go-to. " (*Curated Review*)

7 months ago

" I was excited to try Pao's based on some friends' recommendations, but it was a letdown. The food was overpriced for the quality received, and while the service was friendly, it still didn't compare to other places I've been to. Not to mention, it took 40 minutes for me to get my takeout order! I won't be back anytime soon. " (*Curated Review*)

8 months ago

" I went to Pao's out of nostalgia, wanting to revisit a place from my childhood. Unfortunately, the food was not the same as I had remembered. The flavors were bland, lacking the vibrant tastes of traditional Chinese cuisine. The service was friendly but a bit slow, and it doesn't seem the chef has kept up with the culinary standards we expect today. It's a shame because the atmosphere has potential. " (*Curated Review*)

1 year ago

Archived Reviews (101)

" I really wanted to like Pao's, but it just didn't cut it. The food was mediocre at best, and the prices were higher than I expected for such low quality. There was a pleasant surprise in the egg rolls but everything else fell flat on flavor. The cash-only policy is a major inconvenience, especially for a restaurant that needs to compete locally. I likely won't return again. " (*Curated Review*)

2 years ago

" Pao's is a local treasure that holds a special place in my heart. I have been coming here since I was a kid with my family, and while it isn’t as great as it once was, there’s something about the comfort of their fried rice that I still crave. The service is friendly, but expect to pay cash. I love their lo mein, which always tastes fresh, but I hope they improve on serving more authentic flavors in the future. " (*Curated Review*)

7 years ago
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