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| - I've been eating at China Renaissance since I was about 9 years old. My Nana loved coming here - she always ordered the shrimp with lobster sauce and a martini -- up with a lemon twist (this place can make a cocktail, and thanks to my Nana for teaching me how to drink like a lady at such an early age). I have extremely fond childhood memories of this place, especially when our entire big, loud Italian family would come here together at Nana's request. The staff, a wonderful family who we had come to know, was always welcoming and accommodating - even if we can be a bit of an overwhelming bunch. We celebrated birthdays, anniversaries, my confirmation, my acceptance into college and many other important times in our lives here - because that is how good this place is and how much it meant to my family.
Now, I've grown up, moved around and traveled the world. I can honestly say this is still the best Chinese food I've ever had - and I'm proud to say my palate has matured a bit from the time i was 9. I recently came here for dinner again with my mom, niece and nephew while visiting my home in North Olmsted for a weekend. It wasn't the same without my Nana (she passed away when I was 17) - I wish my niece and nephew could have had the experience of going there with her, and watching her fight to pay the bill with my mom (literally, these two ladies once ripped it in half after a tug of war battle, each insisting on paying). But one thing was constant - the quality of the food is still just as delicious as I remember it. It is truly unmatched - and this is coming from a traveler who has visited Chinatowns in many major cities in the world. North Olmsted is lucky to have a gem like this.
Please don't miss out on this treasured family-owned restaurant. In a city that has become overrun with sub-par chain food, it would be a shame to overlook the excellent food, atmosphere and service at China Renaissance. I love this place and always will!
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