Love love love this place! I'm sad I do not live near it anymore. I used to order it weekly for years, since I was 12. The employees still remember me when I come in while I'm visiting home. The General Tso chicken, fried rice, egg rolls, and crab rangoons are amazing! The Chinese food where I live now tastes like garbage, so I miss this place a whole lot more now!
(5)
Jennifer P.
Ordered: Egg rolls Crab Rangoon Ma Po Tofu Chicken with Garlic Sauce = $25 Quoted 15 minute wait time for Carry Out. Got it in 10. The lady running the register reminded me of a Tiger Mom (..or at least what I would imagine one is like..). I tried asking her about tofu dishes, but seemed really impatient with me, so I just went with Ma Po Tofu. I was a bit put off by the dingy waiting area, but the kitchen looked clean, organized, and like they have their ish together. The phone rang with several orders while I waited, so I was optimistic about the food. Verdict: Total miss. - Egg rolls - Greasy as hell. Mushy. Totally gross. - Crab Rangoon - Hardly any filling and tasted like 100% cream cheese. Skip it. - Ma Po Tofu - Flavorless. Not spicy despite the appearance of a few chili peppers in the sauce. Portion was large, though. Very saucy. + Chicken with Garlic Sauce - Waiting on the bf's verdict. I'd like to hope the meals I received were just "off," but unfortunately I won't be returning for another try. (Aaaaand I'm still craving [good] Chinese food.)
(2)
Scott W.
was a little worried about this place based on some of the reviews..... the service was okay, I ordered the plain mein and that was good... and also the Moo Shu Pork which was horrible. It contained very little pork and all I tasted was something that was burned, and the veggies were all basically raw. also..... after I saw the guy cook my food he wiped the sweat off his forehead with his bare hand and then put that hand directly on a head of cabbage and started chopping...... wow. I will not be going back.
(2)
Steph C.
Love the food here. I've only eaten here once but it was delicious. I was expecting the usual fast food version of Chinese food but what I got was restaurant quality Chinese food. They have the best egg rolls around, hands down. Will for sure be going back.
(5)
Matthew A.
This is my go-to place for Chinese food in the greater Island Lake/Wauconda/Barrington area. I have eaten here at least 25 times. The atmosphere is non-existent, but what do you expect...it's a carry out place. Kitchen is in full view and you can watch them make your food. I have always found the portions to be very generous. Never had any issues with the freshness/quantity of meat or veggies. Yes they are heavy on the sauce but some of us like it that way! Fast service. I recommend to all my friends in the area.
(4)
Allison M.
For cheap Chinese take-out, this place is does the job. They make the food fast, and it's cheap, but maaaaan is it liquidy! Jeez, every vegetarian dish I've ordered has been more sauce than veggie. For a meat eater, there are plenty of options, but based on my omnivorous family members' assessments, they're hit-or-miss. They've gotten our order wrong a couple of times, so check your order once it's ready. With each order, you get a fortune cookie, a few packets of duck sauce, and a bag of what someone apparently thinks is tea. The one stellar comment I can make is that the plain lo mein is just as it should be from a Chinese take-out place: cheap and abundant. Don't forget to save the coupons they staple to the bag, since the food here is juuuuust good enough that you will, one day, order again.
(3)
Amykate C.
Very good. I was looking for my go to Chinese place and I found it. Got the orange chicken dinner and it is enough for two. Also got a small sweet and sour chicken which was enough for my meal alone and for kicks got two big egg rolls. Needless to say we have plenty of leftovers. It tasted like i have come to expect Chinese food to taste and I was not disappointed. They even have healthy options if you're looking for that. The man who took my order was also very happy if that helps.
(4)
Christine C.
Entrees are way too saucy, the meats and vegetables got to soggy from all that sauce. Egg rolls are nasty. Crab Rangoon is mediocre. The spicy dumplings are good. It's the only Chinese in town so we order from them, but wish they were better!
(2)
Abraham P.
Good authentic Chinese food. Got carry out and there was a lot of food. For the price and quantity It's very good. Got dumplings and they were huge, bigger than normal dumplings but they tasted delicious. Will definitely return to get more.
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Specialities
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : Yes Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Private Lot Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Quiet Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : No
The popularity of Chinese food in America can be adjudicated by the appearance of China Town in many major cities in the United State of America. The popular trend of ordering or opting for Chinese take away food isn't unknown in America. Chinese take away food comes to rescue when you're too tired from work or too exhausted to cook. No one can resist the temptation of eating spicy noodles, shrimp, chicken, beef or pork cooked in the sweet and spicy sauce. The cooking method of authentic Chinese food is a lot different compared to what is served in America.
Generally, Chinese use dark meat small bones and organs to cook dishes but this changes when you are eating American-Chinese fusion food prepared using white boneless meat cooked with broccoli, carrots and onions. Back in China, the food is less spicy and oily as they favor steaming and braising method for cooking the most popular dishes. So, if you have a taste for authentic Chinese food, then try finding a real Chinese restaurant in the city. You can also try the most popular fusion Chinese food like Pecking Duck, Chicken Feet, Hot Pot, Shrimp Dumpling Soup, Mapo Tofu, Wontons, Chop Suey, Egg Rolls and not to forget Fortune Cookies.
There are not many restaurants in America serving authentic Chinese food. A little research on Restaurant Listings directory can help you locate the best Chinese restaurants in the city. Chinese cuisine is continuously evolving, and you can find a variety of dishes categorized as the food for lactose intolerant, gluten intolerant, vegan, vegetarian, and diabetic friendly. So, if you have a group of friends with different taste patterns, save the hassle and visit the nearest Chinese restaurant in your city.
Katelyn O.
Love love love this place! I'm sad I do not live near it anymore. I used to order it weekly for years, since I was 12. The employees still remember me when I come in while I'm visiting home. The General Tso chicken, fried rice, egg rolls, and crab rangoons are amazing! The Chinese food where I live now tastes like garbage, so I miss this place a whole lot more now!
(5)Jennifer P.
Ordered: Egg rolls Crab Rangoon Ma Po Tofu Chicken with Garlic Sauce = $25 Quoted 15 minute wait time for Carry Out. Got it in 10. The lady running the register reminded me of a Tiger Mom (..or at least what I would imagine one is like..). I tried asking her about tofu dishes, but seemed really impatient with me, so I just went with Ma Po Tofu. I was a bit put off by the dingy waiting area, but the kitchen looked clean, organized, and like they have their ish together. The phone rang with several orders while I waited, so I was optimistic about the food. Verdict: Total miss. - Egg rolls - Greasy as hell. Mushy. Totally gross. - Crab Rangoon - Hardly any filling and tasted like 100% cream cheese. Skip it. - Ma Po Tofu - Flavorless. Not spicy despite the appearance of a few chili peppers in the sauce. Portion was large, though. Very saucy. + Chicken with Garlic Sauce - Waiting on the bf's verdict. I'd like to hope the meals I received were just "off," but unfortunately I won't be returning for another try. (Aaaaand I'm still craving [good] Chinese food.)
(2)Scott W.
was a little worried about this place based on some of the reviews..... the service was okay, I ordered the plain mein and that was good... and also the Moo Shu Pork which was horrible. It contained very little pork and all I tasted was something that was burned, and the veggies were all basically raw. also..... after I saw the guy cook my food he wiped the sweat off his forehead with his bare hand and then put that hand directly on a head of cabbage and started chopping...... wow. I will not be going back.
(2)Steph C.
Love the food here. I've only eaten here once but it was delicious. I was expecting the usual fast food version of Chinese food but what I got was restaurant quality Chinese food. They have the best egg rolls around, hands down. Will for sure be going back.
(5)Matthew A.
This is my go-to place for Chinese food in the greater Island Lake/Wauconda/Barrington area. I have eaten here at least 25 times. The atmosphere is non-existent, but what do you expect...it's a carry out place. Kitchen is in full view and you can watch them make your food. I have always found the portions to be very generous. Never had any issues with the freshness/quantity of meat or veggies. Yes they are heavy on the sauce but some of us like it that way! Fast service. I recommend to all my friends in the area.
(4)Allison M.
For cheap Chinese take-out, this place is does the job. They make the food fast, and it's cheap, but maaaaan is it liquidy! Jeez, every vegetarian dish I've ordered has been more sauce than veggie. For a meat eater, there are plenty of options, but based on my omnivorous family members' assessments, they're hit-or-miss. They've gotten our order wrong a couple of times, so check your order once it's ready. With each order, you get a fortune cookie, a few packets of duck sauce, and a bag of what someone apparently thinks is tea. The one stellar comment I can make is that the plain lo mein is just as it should be from a Chinese take-out place: cheap and abundant. Don't forget to save the coupons they staple to the bag, since the food here is juuuuust good enough that you will, one day, order again.
(3)Amykate C.
Very good. I was looking for my go to Chinese place and I found it. Got the orange chicken dinner and it is enough for two. Also got a small sweet and sour chicken which was enough for my meal alone and for kicks got two big egg rolls. Needless to say we have plenty of leftovers. It tasted like i have come to expect Chinese food to taste and I was not disappointed. They even have healthy options if you're looking for that. The man who took my order was also very happy if that helps.
(4)Christine C.
Entrees are way too saucy, the meats and vegetables got to soggy from all that sauce. Egg rolls are nasty. Crab Rangoon is mediocre. The spicy dumplings are good. It's the only Chinese in town so we order from them, but wish they were better!
(2)Abraham P.
Good authentic Chinese food. Got carry out and there was a lot of food. For the price and quantity It's very good. Got dumplings and they were huge, bigger than normal dumplings but they tasted delicious. Will definitely return to get more.
(5)