Oriental Orchid
A beloved local spot in Ely, Oriental Orchid serves authentic Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine with friendly service and generous portions.
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Oriental Orchid
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Must-see attractions
A beloved local spot in Ely, Oriental Orchid serves authentic Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine with friendly service and generous portions.
Visit Off-Peak Hours
Dine during non-busy times for faster service.
Don't Miss Popular Items
Try the rangoons, sesame chicken, and egg rolls for a delightful experience.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Vietnamese, Chinese
Price
Mid-range
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Authentic Vietnamese & Chinese Flavors
Experience delicious Asian cuisine with dishes like pho and Mongolian Beef in Ely, MN.
Friendly Owners & Quick Service
Enjoy welcoming service from the owners who take pride in their work and customer care.
Generous Portions & Value
Get your money's worth with large servings of tasty, well-prepared takeout dishes.
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Visit Off-Peak Hours
Dine during non-busy times for faster service.
Don't Miss Popular Items
Try the rangoons, sesame chicken, and egg rolls for a delightful experience.
Consider Takeout
Excellent for convenient dining, with quick preparation.
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from all over the internet
Visit Off-Peak Hours
Dine during non-busy times for faster service.
Don't Miss Popular Items
Try the rangoons, sesame chicken, and egg rolls for a delightful experience.
Consider Takeout
Excellent for convenient dining, with quick preparation.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Oriental Orchid offers a mixed bag of experiences, with many praising the generous portions and friendly service, while some criticize the blandness or inconsistency of certain dishes. It's highly regarded as a go-to for takeout and authentic Asian flavors in Ely, but dining in might be less ideal due to the ambiance.
"Amazing food for the price. Wonderful ethnic Vietnamese and Chinese place to have in Ely. Good quality chicken meat. I highly recommend it for a change of place when dining in Ely."
James Eisenhauer
"This place is the absolute best. You won’t find better Chinese food anywhere in Minnesota. The owners are so friendly and kind and accommodating. They take pride in their work, and put the customer first. I would HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone visiting Ely."
Andrew Burras
"Wish I would have took pictures, normally I dont give reviews much but was quite happy with the D4 special. Great taste, good portions and owners are good people. Would definitely return to try other dishes in the future."
Jesus Zepeda Lopez
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Oriental Orchid is excellent for takeout, known for its quick preparation and generous portions.
Diners highly recommend the pho, wonton soup, Mongolian Beef, and egg rolls.
Yes, many dishes can be prepared with tofu as a vegetarian alternative.
The restaurant is primarily set up for takeout, with a limited and less ideal atmosphere for dining in.
Yes, but they may charge an additional 3% for credit card sales.
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