Dining Out By Leigh Knight
Oriental Restaurants
The Chinese have a saying, “Chi fan le mei you?” which literally means “Have you eaten yet?” but is also a wish for one’s health and happiness. So if you are dreaming of an exotic trip to the Far East, there is no need to look any further than 85 South for a true taste of the Orient including Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Korean, Thai, and Malaysian cuisine as well as great sushi. And remember, “Chi fan le mei you?”
College Park
Asian’s Paradise, 5439 Riverdale Rd., College Park; delicious Asian cuisine including Vietnamese, Cambodian and Chinese dishes; dine-in or take-out; full bar; no children’s menu; Sun.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; (770) 909-9000
Formosa Chinese Buffet, 5134 Old National Hwy., College Park; bring your appetite to this tasty all-you-can-eat buffet, only $6 per person; no alcoholic beverages served; kid-friendly; Sun.-Fri. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., closed Sun.-Mon.; (404) 763-9030
Happy Buddha Restaurant, 1457 Virginia Ave., College Park; Chinese cuisine sure to leave you happy; Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Sun. 4-10 p.m.; (404) 762-0412
Man Chu Wok, 8700 Spine Rd. (inside Hartsfield-Jackson airport), College Park; a good option for Chinese; no alcoholic beverages served; kid-friendly; Mon.-Sun. 8 a.m.-11 p.m.; (404) 765-0888
Noodle, 3693 Main St., College Park; mouth-watering pan Asian cuisine including Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean; full bar; kid-friendly; Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 5-9:30 p.m., Sat. 12-9:30 p.m., closed Sun.; (404) 767-5155
Zab-E-Lee Thai Restaurant, 4837 Old National Hwy., College Park; Thai/Malaysian cuisine that goes beyond the standards to include yellow curried duck, clay pot shrimp and vermicelli; Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 5-9:30 p.m., Sat. 12-9:30 p.m.; (404) 768-2705
Union City
China Garden, 4720 Jonesboro Rd. Union City; Mon.-Thurs.11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. 12-10 p.m.; (770) 306-0407
Eureka Chinese Buffet, 4790 Jonesboro Rd., Union City; you have hit the jackpot; Lunch buffet, $5.50 plus tax, dinner buffet, $9.95; beer, wine available; Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. 12-10 p.m.; (770) 306-0878
Fast Wok, 847 Shannon Mall, Union City; One bite and you are sold; no alcoholic beverages available; kid-friendly; Mon.-Sat.10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. 12-6 p.m.; (770) 964-2003
Fairburn
China House, 17 Hudson Plaza, Fairburn; Sun.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11:30 p.m.; no alcoholic beverages served; (770) 964-0099
Dragon House Restaurant, 8390 Senoia Rd. Ste A, Fairburn; Sun.-Sat. 10:30-10:30 p.m., no alcoholic beverages; (770) 306-5538
Newnan/Senoia
Chin Chin Chinese Restaurant, 1111 Bullsboro Dr., Newnan; delicious Chinese cuisine; open exhibition kitchen; kid-friendly; catering available; dine-in, carry-out, or limited delivery; beer and wine available; Mon-Thurs. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Sun. 12-10 p.m.; 9770) 254-1212; wwww.chinchinatl.com Also visit Chin Chin at 2100 Hwy. 54, Suite 106-107, Peachtree City; (770) 487-9188
Dynasty Restaurant and Bakery, 34 Bullsboro Dr., Newnan; serving a large menu of oriental cuisine since 1986; beer and wine available; conference room available; limited delivery; lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Dinner: Sun.-Thurs. 4-10 p.m..; Fri. and Sat. 4-10:30 p.m.; (770) 251-5418; www.dynasty-chinese.com
E-KA Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi, 224 Bullsboro Dr., Newnan; watch sushi chefs prepare your meal right in front of you or enjoy steaks prepared in traditional Japanese style in the elegant dining room; kid-friendly; call ahead for take-out; full bar; Mon.-Wed. 5-10 p.m., Thurs. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 5-10 p.m., Fri.11 a.m.-2 p.m., 5-11 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 12-3 p.m., 5-10 p.m..; (770) 251-0028
Ginger Grill and Noodle House (formerly Sushi Hana), 1435 Hwy. 34, Newnan; delicious Chinese food and soba noodles prepared fresh to order with no MSG and served in an elegant atmosphere. Also featuring hibachi grill and sushi bar; beer and wine available; kid-friendly; (770) 502-8883
Panda Express, 1015 Bullsboro Dr., Newnan; dine-in or drive-thru for flavorful Chinese cuisine; Try a Panda feast to feed the entire family; no alcoholic beverages available; kid-friendly; Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; (678) 423-8880; www.pandaexpress.com
Peking Restaurant, 7280 Hwy. 16, Senoia; no alcoholic beverages served; Sun.-Sat.11 a.m.-10 p.m.; (770) 599-4328
Vietnamese Saigon Cuisine, 1065 Sullivan Rd., Newnan; allow the owner, Na, to welcome you and guide you through this delicious and original menu; dine-in or take-out; space available for private parties; kid-friendly; no alcohol available; Tues.-Sun. 11 a.m.-8p.m.; (770) 683-9400
Peachtree City
Chopsticks China Bistro, 100 N. Peachtree Pkwy. Ste 33, (Peachtree Crossing Shopping Ctr.), Peachtree City; savor traditional Cantonese dishes and house specials in addition to vegetarian and spa cuisine; kid-friendly; beer and wine available; Mon.-Sun. 10:30 a.m.-10:00 p.m.; (678) 902-1885
Sushi Yoshi, 285 N. Hwy. 74, Peachtree City; Japanese food and sushi in an authentic setting; no children’s menu; BYOB; Lunch, Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., no lunch on Sat.; dinner; Mon.-Sat. 5:30-9:30 p.m.; closed Sun.: (770) 631-6634
Thai Isan, 1009 N. Peachtree Pkwy., Peachtree City; specializes in food from the Isan region on N.E. Thailand including salad dishes such as Namtok and Somtom; Pad Thai and stir fried dishes available; lunch hours: Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; dinner 4:30-10 p.m., Sat. 4-10 p.m.; (678) 364-0775
Thai Spice, 238 City Circle Peachtree City; Thai food at its best with white linen service; no children’s menu; full bar; outside dining available; Lunch Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Hogansville
Great Wall Chinese Restaurant, 204 N. Hwy. 29, Hogansville; great combos whether you want small or large; no alcoholic beverages served; Sun.-Sat.10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; (706) 637-8181
LaGrange
Banzai Japanese Steakhouse, 1510 LaFayette Pkwy., LaGrange; full bar; reservations accepted; Mon.-Thurs. 4:30-10:30; Fri.-Sun. 4:30-11:30; (706) 882-0750
Chang An Chinese Restaurant, 1016 Hogansville Rd., LaGrange; you’ll love the buffet; Sun.-Sat.11 a.m.-10 p.m.; (706) 882-3100
Cheng’s Garden, 1861 Roanoke Rd. #D-5, LaGrange; Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Sat. 12-9:30 p.m. with lunch buffet served Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; free delivery $10 minimum; (706) 812-8090
West Point
China Buddha Restaurant, 906 Ave. E., West Point; beer and wine available; Sun.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; (706) 643-1125.
