Chinese · Whittier / Eat Street

Rainbow Restaurant & Bar

★ 4.3 · 531 Google reviews · $$

Award-winning independent Chinese restaurant in Minneapolis led by Chef Tammy Wong since 1987, specializing in innovative stir-fried dishes with fresh local ingredients and bold flavors.

The Room

What it's actually like

Rainbow Chinese is overwhelmingly beloved as a Minneapolis staple known for fresh, high-quality Chinese cuisine with chef/owner Tammy Wong's personal touch. The standout egg rolls, creative cocktails, and beautiful minimalist dining space with koi fish create a special experience. However, recent reviews indicate inconsistent execution post-pandemic, with occasional bland dishes, portion-to-price concerns, and service gaps, suggesting quality has become less reliable than its sterling reputation suggests.

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Diners keep mentioning
egg rolls (massive and crispy)Szechuan wontonshoney walnut shrimpbeef chow funcrispy tiger (mock duck)
Ambiance
upscale-casual
Noise level
moderate
Dress code
smart casual
Outdoor seating
No
Good for
date night, celebration, family dinner
Reservations
Resy

Wait reality — Reservations recommended, especially weekends. Service speed varies; some report 10 minutes for food, others experience delays on busy nights. Best to arrive on quieter weekday evenings or call ahead.

Derived from 75 recent Google reviews — not marketing copy.

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(612) 870-7084