634624 Tue Jul 07 10:05:31 -0700 2009 2 13 New England 0 4836507 We checked out the new chinese restaurant in Middlebury last week - next to the A&W. They just opened a week or two ago, so I guess they're still working out the kinks. The ambiance in the building is a bit lacking... they have some nice artwork and murals on the walls, and cloth napkins, but only paper take-out menus even when you eat in, and it was very hot without much in the way of air conditioning. It seems like a good place for a big group, though, they had a lot of big tables, and it was pretty full when we were there. Unfortunately there was no hostess, so the line of people waiting had to manage themselves. The waitstaff seemed kind of confused, and multiple times they brought the wrong dish to our table and then stood around trying to figure out what to do. We ordered a pu-pu platter, pork mu-shi, lemon chicken and happy family (mixed seafood and vegetables). The food had good flavor, and was generous portions - with 4 of us eating, we still had plenty of leftovers. I probably wouldn't bother with the dining room in the future, but I'd go back for take-out. Tue Jul 07 10:05:31 -0700 2009 16429 Raedia 1 4865116 Magic Wok is a very good restaurant that is going to be even better once the kinks of opening a new place in a new location that has been swamped with customers. I know the chef and his wife from an earlier incarnation here, and we are extremely lucky to have them back. The chef worked with Martin Yan...he does well all the standard Chinese dishes: dumplings, lo mein, moo shi of all varieties, kung bao etc. and some very good Thai dishes including a noodle soup that is excellent. In addition, I am sure you can ask him to prepare something special. The restaurant is attractively decorated...and BYOB is fine. The Magic Wok is a great addition to the entire Addison County food scene. Let's be understanding of the challenges of opening and continue to give them lots of business Thu Jul 16 13:44:55 -0700 2009 4836507 1094232 acunderwood 1 5198306 We've been frequenting the Magic Wok since it first opened, and I must say, the kinks are worked out! Their food is excellent; it is prepared fresh, quick, and made to order. The waiters are the BEST! The atmosphere is one of family, but yet, the cloth tablecloths and napkins add an air fine dining. I totally agree with statement, "Let's be understanding of the challenges of opening and continue to give them lots of business." The challenges of opening have been taken care of -- now, let's continue to give them lots of business! Sat Nov 21 09:04:26 -0800 2009 4836507 1126308 hazelbrigz