New Happy Family

3.9 ( 239 reviews )
$10–20
103 S Main St, Elmira, NY 14904, United States
+1 607-733-3118

New Happy Family, located at 103 S Main St, Elmira, NY, stands out as a favorite among locals seeking delicious Chinese takeout. Customers rave about the freshness and flavor of the dishes, with standout options like Bourbon Chicken and General Tso's Chicken that can be customized to suit individual tastes. The generous portion sizes ensure that families can dine well without breaking the bank—many reviews highlight satisfying meals for six at around $40, perfect for budget-conscious diners.

The restaurant has garnered praise not only for its stellar food but also for its quick service, particularly during the current drive-thru-only operation. Benjamin Skinner emphasizes the ample meat in every meal, while Bladed Velvet appreciates the quality of the lo mein, catering even to picky eaters. Moreover, Joseph Mallecoccio's experience with special requests showcases the accommodating nature of the staff, enhancing the overall dining experience.

In summary, New Happy Family captures the essence of comfort food—affordability, speed, and delicious flavors. With a reputation for consistent quality, it's no wonder this restaurant is often hailed as the best Chinese spot in town.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Drive-through
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
  • Popular for
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Offerings
    • Comfort food
    • Healthy options
    • Late-night food
    • Quick bite
    • Small plates
    • Vegetarian options
  • Dining options
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Quiet
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Parking

Reviews For New Happy Family

Benjamin Skinner
Jun 15,2025
Happy Family has the best Chinese takeout in the area hands-down. They're prices are competitive, but I would buy from them even if they weren't. The food tastes nice and fresh, and you get plenty of meat with the meals. I can feed my family of 6 here for about 40 and we have lunch for the next day as well. It's also one of the few places other than the one in the Arnot Mall that offers Bourbon Chicken.
Bladed Velvet
Jun 4,2025
The food is delicious, my boyfriend is particularly picky about his lo mein and they manage to do it just right. Ample portion sizes for cheap prices, and dang good food makes my family Happy from their happy family. At the time of writing this it is drive-thru only so dining in is not an option. They have a small parking lot in front of the building, though I haven't found myself using it much outside of waiting for the food to be brought to the car, which usually takes less than 10 minutes after ordering. The best Chinese food I've had in town yet.
Joseph Mallecoccio
May 28,2025
I've never had anything but good experiences ordering delivery here! Best Chinese in the area, and delivery is always prompt. They even accommodate my special request for sesame seeds sprinkled on my general tso's chicken without complain. Highly recommend!
Calista Taylor
Apr 25,2025
I ordered from them around 10:45 and it was delivered at 11:30. The food was super hot and very good! They even honored my request to make the General Tso’s less spicy than normal.
Marta Wells
Apr 16,2025
Amazing chicken and broccoli and onion fried rice. Very affordable too. I'll definitely be back.
Princess K
Mar 16,2025
Best Chicken Lo Mein in the area. Egg rolls are also very good. The Crab Rangoons were not very good, hardly had anything in them. I love the drive thru. Portions and prices are very good.
Jeff and Noreen Pruden
Mar 15,2025
We had ours delivered Food was hot and delicious ! The worker on the phone was very polite and the delivery man was very friendly! I highly Recommend Happy family!
Kim Keller
Mar 14,2025
Happy Family Chinese Restaurant is outstanding! I recently ordered the shrimp and broccoli, and it was perfect—fresh, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The shrimp were tender, and the broccoli was crisp, all in a delicious, well-balanced sauce. It’s the ideal place to order food and take home to enjoy with the family. The portions are generous, and the quality is consistently excellent. The service is friendly and efficient, making the whole experience easy and enjoyable. Happy Family is my go-to for a delicious, convenient meal that everyone in the family loves. Highly recommended!

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