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Chinese food spots

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Chinese restaurant

Chinese restaurant offers affordable prices and clean environment with friendly staff. It specializes in takeout service without delivery or much seating. Popular dishes include honey BBQ chicken wings and dumplings.

People are saying

"I thought the Chinese food here was the best."

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This restaurant does not offer delivery.

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You can only order takeout.

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The prices are super affordable.

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Chinese restaurant

Small spot with lively atmosphere and fun music serves best General Tso's Chicken and generous portions. Cash-only and takeout focus keep meals affordable under $10 with healthy steamed options.

Sesame chicken stands out with its fried soft texture and generous portions. Lo mein comes in large servings that stay tasty even after travel, and general Tso's chicken is a common order.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be amazing and delicious."

"I found their Chinese takeout to be the best in the area."

"I thought the Chinese food here was delicious and fresh."

Good to know

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They only accept cash, so bring cash before visiting.

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Call your order in advance to avoid waiting.

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Prices are very affordable, with meals under $10.

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Chinese takeout spot offers wide menu variety with favorites like General Tso's chicken and beef lo mein. No indoor seating but provides fast, free delivery. Fried dumplings and soups may take long, yet prices stay affordable.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be delicious and tasty."

"I found the food here to be affordable and good."

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They are closed on Mondays.

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You need to always bring cash.

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The lunch specials are awesome.

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Strictly takeout spot serves big portions of affordable American Chinese food with a fast-paced atmosphere. Menu highlights include General Tso with white rice and hot and sour soup with a rich kick. Crew stays consistent, and food is MSG-free for reliable quick meals.

General Tso comes with white rice and a complimentary drink. Hot and sour soup offers a rich, balanced kick. Crab Rangoons, Beef Lo Mein, chicken wings, fried rice, and eggrolls also appear on the menu. Fortune cookies used to be free but now come with a charge even if not received.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be fresh and delicious."

"The fried rice is fresh, savory, and not greasy."

"The Chinese food here is delicious, especially the savory fried rice."

Good to know

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This place is strictly a take out place.

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The prices and menu options are great for all palettes.

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The portions are very big at this restaurant.

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Enjoy generous portions of Chinese food like sesame chicken and dumplings in a clean environment. The restaurant is cash-only, which is unusual but straightforward. Signature dishes like broccoli with garlic sauce add unique flavors to the menu.

Sesame chicken stands out as a favorite dish. Dumplings and Singapore chow fun also appear on the menu, alongside lo mein. Refunds for dumplings have been issued when needed.

People are saying

"I loved the food here; it was delicious."

Good to know

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The restaurant only accepts cash.

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The restaurant is very clean and has an A rating on their window.

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All prices have recently gone up across the board.

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Chinese restaurant

Chinese food shines with Sesame chicken and sweet and sour chicken offering bold, balanced flavors. Quick service and reasonable prices make it ideal for locals craving comfort food. Dishes like General Tso’s chicken and shrimp fried rice stand out for freshness and taste.

Sesame chicken stands out with its fantastic flavor and sweet and sour chicken offers a well balanced taste. Lo mein and egg rolls come out very good, while spring rolls tend to be bland and Moo Goo Gai Pan has an unusual sauce that changes its typical flavor.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be good and fresh."

Good to know

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The restaurant labels its vegetable soup if it contains chicken broth.

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Order large or combination sizes when placing your order.

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Prices at the restaurant are very affordable.

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Small kitchen with only three staff members handles cooking and customer service simultaneously, creating a busy, no-frills atmosphere. Strictly takeout with reasonable prices and free items tied to spending levels. Food offers simple, flavorful dishes favored for value rather than refinement.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be the best."

Good to know

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There is no seating available; it is just takeout.

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The lunch special is $10, offering good value.

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Spend $10 for a free eggroll, $15 for a free candy soda, or $35 for a free 2 L of pop.

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Small, unassuming Chinese restaurant with fast home delivery and generous portion sizes. Atmosphere feels like a hole in the wall spot with classic dishes such as rib tips and house special fried rice standing out.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be delicious."

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Check online reviews for the best Chinese restaurants in the area.

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Be cautious of food safety, as food poisoning can occur in neighborhood restaurants.

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Many nearby Chinese restaurants may be closed on holidays like Thanksgiving.

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Chinese restaurant

Chinese restaurant serves classic dishes like Lo mein and chow fun that stand out. Soups such as Egg Drop and Hot and Sour add variety. Atmosphere is simple with straightforward dining and no elaborate decor.

Lo mein and chow fun stand out as solid choices. Soups like Egg Drop and Hot and Sour add good variety.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be delicious and fresh."

"The Chinese food here is delicious."

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Menu items are priced between $10 and $20, making it budget-friendly.

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Reservations are recommended during peak hours to avoid long waits.

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Happy hour specials run from 5-7pm with discounted drinks.

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Chinese restaurant

Small space fills fast with waiting customers, highlighting its takeout-only setup. Food arrives fresh and hot, with steamed dumplings and egg drop soup showing standout quality. Service is minimal, creating a no-frills atmosphere that suits quick, tasty Chinese meals.

Egg drop soup stands out with its outstanding flavor. Steamed dumplings offer a perfect balance of dough and filling. Chicken broccoli and beef lo mein deliver consistent taste, though the lo mein differs from childhood memories.

People are saying

"I found the Chinese food here delicious and fresh."

"The food here is so good, it's phenomenal."

Good to know

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This place is primarily a takeout spot, not ideal for dining in.

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Expect longer wait times during peak hours; go when it's less busy.

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Prices for food are decent, around $8-9 for the lunch special.

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East Harlem, New York

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