About T.S. Ma Chinese Cuisine

Since 1986, when Steven and Thomas C. Ma opened their first Manhattan restaurant, Thomas has been making his mark on the world of Chinese Cuisine with top-notch Chinese fare. In 1995, Thomas Ma ventured into New Jersey opening in Millburn. His new fresh and healthy Chinese cooking concept became hugely successful. Then in 2006, Thomas opened T. S. Ma and began serving his fresh, healthy and authentic Chinese cuisine in an intimate and inviting setting in Upper Montclair with subdued lighting, soothing earth tones and framed Chinese artifact. Thomas has been able to elevate Chinese cuisine by using only the freshest ingredients with absolutely no canned vegetables. His secret to success is preparing every dish with the highest quality ingredients available while using the finest cooking marinades. His marinades are known for being lighter, flavorful, and always starch free. He even prepares both chicken and vegetable broth daily in the T. S. Ma kitchen for fresh soups and sauces.

Says owner, Thomas Ma, ”What you eat is an important part of your life.” It is no surprise then, that the central concept of T.S. Ma’s philosophy is to cook healthy, flavorful meals. Even the most popular Chinese dishes have been recreated with health concerns in mind. Every dish is prepared and cooked with cholesterol and trans-fat free Canola oil, resulting in 50 percent less saturated fat intake while still maintaining its delicious and authentic flavor. Healthy dining is beneficial to everyone, but particularly those who cope with medical conditions. Thomas is well known for customizing his fresh and flavorful cuisine to suit his customer’s dietary needs.

The T.S. Ma menu is known for having a wide selection of healthy and tasty dishes, including a wide assortment of Fresh Chinese vegetables. Their dishes are prepared the way you like them… steamed, grilled or plain sautéed with fresh garlic and ginger. With its emphasis on absolutely fresh vegetables, T.S. Ma’s menu is a goldmine for vegetarians. As they constantly strive to improve their menu, Thomas recently made an adjustment to use wheat-free soy sauce, to better serve customers looking for gluten-free options. As Thomas says, “It’s important to be attentive to customers and make them feel important.”

Authentic is another word that Thomas Ma takes seriously. He recommends some truly authentic Shanghai dishes on his menu. The Shanghai meatballs, which are slow-cooked for four hours in a savory brown sauce and last, but not least, Pork Ribs braised in the chef’s brown sauce, are all time favorite Shanghai style dishes. Don’t leave without trying some of the House specials.

Fresh, Healthy and Authentic is his motto, and teamed with friendly attentive service, and a warm and comfortable atmosphere, T.S.Ma has their customers happy and coming back for more. As written in a restaurant review, “The portions are generous, the prices are extremely reasonable, the atmosphere is low-key and relaxing, and the food is just terrific at T.S.Ma.”