Mainland China

Look no further if you are into authentic chinese.

Recently visited mainland china after the new menu launch and the veg dumplings were probably the best I've had ever. The lotus leaf wrapped rice was very flavourful along with the beans and crispy fried water chestnut. Overall a really nice experience and ended up the meal with litchi Icecream which was yum.

The subtle blending of spices, the toss of the wok or the tempering of the sauces, Chinese food has made it to the list of every tastebud's favorite things to eat. And, I remember since my first visit to Golden Dragon on my Day 1 in Pune, my love and taste for Chinese Cuisine has seen a humongous growth. And while moving from forks to chopsticks, my transition story is wildly affected by a name that is none other than Mainland China. From Birthdays to Anniversaries, me and my friends would always find an excuse to go to Mainland China. And While It's been a long time since I had been there last, An invite for a blogger's table at Mainland China worked out just about fine for me as yet another excuse.

This outlet at Amanora Mall is quite the first outlet that comes to mind, because of it's convenient location. And, If that's not enough, the overwhelming ambiance and beautiful decor is more than welcoming. Also, while all of these things are surely something worth talking about, let's quickly dive into the list of some of the amazing dishes that I got to try my hands on, because why not:-

SOUPS (NON-VEGETARIAN):-

Lung Fung Soup (Chicken) (275 INR):- While my love for soups are limited, This Ginger and Coriander flavoured thick soup with Eggwhite had enough quantity of chicken in it, that got me asking for more.

DIMSUMS (VEGETARIAN):-

Steamed Vegetable Dumplings Sichuan Style (305/375 INR):- These minced Vegetable Dumplings steamed & poached in a spicy sichuan broth and flvoured with sichuan pepper is everything spicy you were looking in a dimsum before, and are just mouthwatering and totally something to die for.

APPETIZERS (VEGETARIAN):-

Stir Fried Water Chestnuts Hunan Style (415/495 INR):- Coming from North India, Water Chestnuts was a major part of my childhood, we'd look for it everytime we'd go to our Grandma's. But, Those raw water chestnuts were everything we knew about, until these crunchy water chestnuts fried with soy and chilies at Mainland China changed everything I knew about what water chestnuts should taste like.

Stir Fried Vegetables with Five Spice (415/490 INR):- These were the seasonal vegetables stir fried with Garlic, Soy and Aromatic Five Spice.

APPETIZERS (FISH):-

Pan Fried Barbecued Fish (515/595 INR):- Like I've said before, During this phase where I'm still understanding and discovering my love for fish, there has been only a few times when something has stuck with me. And, This delicious preparation of Pan Seared Fish in a Cumin Flavoured Barbeque Sauce is surely one of those.

APPETIZERS (SEAFOOD):-

Malaysian Curried Prawns (515/595 INR):- Hands down this is the best from the lot we are talking about. And, While I stop myself to write another page about my love for Prawns, the easiest way to describe how I think about this Stir Fried Curry Flavoured Prawns with Oriental Spices is that I still sometimes dream about eating a tub full of this in a large palace of my own with a great internet speed and 100k following on instagraaaaa.... lol jk, but trust me you really don't wanna miss this.

APPETIZERS (POULTRY-CHICKEN):-

Pickled Coriander Chicken (485/555 INR):- This preparation of Stir Fried Chicken with Pickled Coriander, Garlic and Chilies is a whole another take on every chicken appetizer I've ever had.

MAINS (VEGETARIAN):-

Stir Fried Vegetables & Cottage Cheese with Roasted Garlic (485/555 INR):- This was a perfect combination of Babycorn, Broccoli, Asparagus, Water Chestnuts, Fresh Mushrooms, Cottage Cheese, and Greens tossed with Roasted Garlic and Tobanjan Sauce.

Okra, Corn & Potato in Chilli Black Bean Sauce (445/505 INR):- This was another drool-worthy combination of Fresh Okra, Corn Kernels, and Potato Cubes tossed with Fresh Chillies and Black Beans.

MAINS (SIDES - VEGETARIAN):-

Stir Fried Haricot Beans with Dry Red Chillies & Sesame (325 INR):- Now I'm not gonna sit here and pretend that I've suddenly started to like Beans and all, but this preparation of Stir Fried Haricot Beans tossed with Dry Red Chillies and Sesame was worth trying and if you are one of those who do like beans, then I know for sure that you're not gonna wanna miss on this.

MAINS (SEAFOOD):-

Cantonese Soy Steamed Fish (825/1150 INR):- Bhetki Fillet Marinated, Steamed and Topped with Flavourful Soya - This is clearly one of those reasons why they say MAINLAND CHINA IS WORTH ALL THE TALKING.

MAINS (POULTRY - CHICKEN):-

Double Spicy Chengdu Chicken (485/550 INR):- Well, The name just gave it all away. If you love spicy food, then this spicy preparation of Chicken Tossed in a hot chilli sauce flavoured with Sichuan Pepper is gonna become your go-to-order at Mainland China. Why? Because it has become mine, I'm very convinced to order this on my next visit. #SPICYFOODISTHEBESTFOOD lol.

RICE (VEGETARIAN):-

Lotus Leaf Wrapped Rice with Corn Kernels & Almonds (375 INR):- This got us all talking right when a fancy dish was brought in a bamboo container which was all wrapped in a lotus leaf. If that didn't say enough why it was no ordinary rice, maybe you will have to try yourself this flavourful rice tossed with all the corn kernels and almonds in it.

NOODLES (VEGETARIAN):-

Singapore Style Fried Noodles with Beansprouts (355/425 INR):- This was a great preparation of wok tossed noodles and Beansprouts with Dark Soya.

DESSERTS:-

Mango Pudding:- From the soft textures to the perfect flavours, Mainland China is game with their Mango Pudding.

Coconut Caramel Custard:- Caramel Custard is my feel good dessert option, and the flavours of coconut along with the usual ones of a caramel custard just made me feel a whole lot better than good. Wait, What's better than Good again?!

Rambutan with Icecream:- I am not really able to piece all my words together to tell you how I feel about this, but It has to be the best words you or I know - surely because this heavenly delicious combination of Rambutan and Vanilla Icecream has my heart and this is the best dessert I've ever had at Mainland China.

Mainland China is a blessing in disguise for all Chinese Food lovers - some good Chinese food ideas begin and end at MLC. And, The great food under a roof with a magnificent ambiance combines for a place that is good for a date, a corporate party, or even a family meal. And to sum it all up in one line - Mainland China has always got your back with delicious food, a pleasing ambiance and a overwhelming service.

Thank You Saguna Khullar and Team Milestone for extending the invite and Thank You Team MLC Amanora for hosting us.

@mainlandchinaindia just curated an insanely sumptuous menu and every dish was prepared with such attention to detail that one couldn't help but overeat. Yeah I did skip my dinner 🙈😁 .
What I definitely recommend:
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* Steamed Vegetables Dumplings Sichuan Style: These were just melt in the mouth kinda feeling. * Pan fried Japanese Mushroom & Chicken Dumplings: I definitely enjoyed the unique combo, coz am not a big fan of chicken otherwise. * Stir fried vegetables with Five Spice: Eat your Veggies, I enjoyed the flavours also the choice of vegetables was just perfect. * Malaysian curried Prawns: I love Prawns but am so used to butter garlic ones, these were a delight to try. The flavours were yummy.
The other dishes were also great, but I was happily satiated by then. So go visit guys and thank me later!

Mr. Aniket Sawant provided excellent service. Kudos to him for making sure our evening was good.

My experience at Mainland China was good in terms of both food and hospitality. The eight treasure soup was ok but the Hakka noodles were not as per my expectations. The veg snacks were average and they should definitely work on it. The staff was courteous and the ambiance is good as well.

From soups to dessert, they’ve got it all! 10 courses of authentic Chinese fare served as a set meal course after course right at your table @mainlandchinaindia. Combine good food with a classy ambience and great service, you’ve got a winner- and that too on a budget! This meal is priced at 649+ taxes per person (veg & non-veg options) available only from Monday-Thursday over lunch. While I enjoyed everything, my favourites were the Wok tossed cottage cheese, Lung fung soup & Chocolate rolls were my favourites.

Do you love Chinese food, Get unlimited Chinese food only at Mainland China. They have a wide options from veg to non-veg. They also have a ten course lunch set (unlimited) at just 645 Rs from Monday to Thursday which includes starters, main course, desserts and drinks. And the service is also good.

Good food. Good service - although they got the wrong food for 1 main course, they were very quick to replace it. And good ambience. Nothing bad tbh. Go for it.

So far the best Asian cuisine restaurant, i always feel welcomed and warm here as they have courteous staff who will always suggest you the best options as per your like. Recently visited this place for a lunch. I saw they were offering buffet on the table for lunch.. Pricing is really reasonable and affordable for everyone. They have so many options and let me tell you you will be spoilt for the choices. They served dumplings, soup, stir fries, rice, noodles, mains, desserts and you can also add a mocktail or a cocktail Hispitality is as usual up to the mark and food tastes amazing as they do not compromise on the quality and quantity