The worst food poisoning of my life. It's been a few years since I lived across the street and got a bad batch of sushi, here. I slept on the bathroom floor. Stay far away. Edit: Apparently they don't have sushi anymore. They did in 2009. Maybe they took it off the menu after too many people got sick. I never went back to check. It's harder to poison people with fried food. In my mind I always change their name to "Number 2 Chinese Kitchen" - and it ain't about the rank of the place, folks.
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Aurora A.
Ok-ish Chinese food based on standard non-authentic Chinese takeout joints. Fast service. Has all the standard menu options but I have to say the food is not as tasty as even mall Chinese food. I had sweet-and-sour chicken. Fried well, not too greasy, decent dipping sauce but the fried rice was without flavor. Shrimp lo mein kinda greasy and lacking flavor as well. Was given a free hot and sour soup that I thought was nice until i tasted it...it was neither spicy nor sour. Their version of crab Rangoon was good though. With plenty of other Chinese options close by, I probably will not be back here again.
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Diana M.
I was really hoping to give a good review. I use to order from them back in the day in 2009 and they were spectacular. Good and cheap! However, now they are still cheap but absolutely horrible. This is the 2nd time I have ordered in a few weeks and will now be my last time ordering. I ordered something simple. Sweet and Sour Chicken and a small fry. The fries were so over cooked and dry, I couldn't even eat them. Next you had the sweet ad sour chicken. The only thing good was the sauce. The chicken looked and tasted old! To the point that the whole box just got trashed. I also paid for delivery.The driver told me there were no parking spaces out front and I would need to meet him at the gate. However, when I walked outside in the cold mind you to meet the driver, there was yes indeed a whole block of free spaces so he was just being lazy vs actually coming to my apartment door. No bueno for me. I won't be returning EVER!
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John B.
Delicious Chinese food @ amazingly ghetto good prices! if you're ever in B'more I recommend this. Just make sure u have bulletproof vest on if your picking up your order. Lol I'm just fuckin wit u
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Brandon W.
The food is pretty decent/average Chinese food, the dine in/carry out area is average, and the time it takes to get your food is average. Their is nothing here that is worth going out of your way for however if you want cheap Chinese food then this place is worth a try.
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Ernie B.
Woof! Note to self: trust your instincts when determining a good take out spot. After reading a positive city paper review, I decided to give it a shot even though I remember saying to myself "this place worries me". I have an iron stomach and will choke down just about anything if I've shelled out money for it. Not here. I took one bite of the...er..."general Tso's Chicken". It had the gelatinous consistency of old ketchup. The beef and broccoli was covered in an equally concerning amount of brown goop. I didn't gamble on a second taste. They get 1 star for refunding my money. Your food is gross.
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Sana J.
I love their kung pao chicken. The meat isn't weird and gross which you can encounter sometimes at other random chinese take out places - so I'm in love. I always come back here for the kung pao now. Haven't tried the other dishes but that one is delicious.
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Kas K.
I've never had takeout horrible enough to write a review about... But sadly, this takeout went in the trash. I would have given 0 stars if I could have... Blech.
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Will V.
I used to really enjoy the food at No. 1 (you know, for those cheap delivery cravings...), but recently, they have declined a bit. Though what keeps me ordering delivery from them is that they have good dumplings, though not the style that I prefer (they have the thick-skinned small dumplings rather than the thinner, crispier dumplings in other Chinese restaurants.) Also, I've not tried their sushi, but I'm always weary of a "Chinese" restaurant that serves Japanese food... That said, there are worse places in the immediate vicinity, so if you're living around the Johns Hopkins campus and need a decent place for a delivery order, they're not bad... Definitely not "Number 1," though!
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Rob H.
I had ordered from this place via delivery.com . It arrived in a fairly timely fashion, and was still warm. However, it was tasteless. We ordered food for two, having an app, soup, & two entrees. It just didn't taste like anything but grease. I do not recommend.
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Ben K.
Every time my co-workers convince me to order the lunch special from this place, I immediately regret it. Five dollars for beef and broccoli with rice and wonton soup seems as though it would be a bargain, but you really do pay for what you get. And I'm not talking about portion size. The food itself isn't greasy and they offer brown rice as an alternative, which I really appreciate. However, the dishes and soups are completely tasteless. Chinese food was not meant to be bland! Next time, I'll think twice and go with my sack lunch. Or just find a better place to get my takeout fix.
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William M.
Totally standard and acceptable fast food chinese take-out. I haven't tried their sushi, but wouldn't expect it to be above grocery store level sushi, though they do have a chef there. edited to add: they no longer have sushi. No loss.
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Virginia Y.
*Note: This is a review on ordering take out.* Another lazy snowy day calls for chinese take out. I usually never get take out but today I was in the mood for honey wings and bbq spare ribs. The order didn't take too long, about 45 minutes to an hour. The wings were pretty good I must say, crunchy and definitely sauced right. The BBQ spare ribs is where it went downhill... More than half the wings were burnt really badly.. Like bitter tasting meat. There was also barely any meat on the ribs too... Not sure if I will order from here again, I'd stick to the " american " dishes.
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Dog L.
I ordered take out because the Chinese restaurant near my house is just terrible. I ordered hunan chicken. There were lots of vegetables that were cooked perfectly and the chicken was tender and great. I also ordered the fried wontons which were yummy too. The prices were great, delivery was on time and everyone was polite. I will definitely order from here again.
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Kristin J.
Let me start this off by saying I love shitty Chinese food. I was hoping this would be one of those cheap hole-in-the-wall Chinese places that is a hidden gem of greasy deliciousness-- but it's not. It's actually just disgusting questionable meat in weird gelatinous sauces that seem to be derived from ketchup. I also never write reviews but this was gross enough for me to want to actively warn anybody deciding to go here. Save yourself the stomach ache, pick something else.
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James L.
I don't think you deserve your name, Number 1. Perhaps y'all should start low, so people won't come in expecting food that is Number 1. Number 4 Chinese Kitchen doesn't have the same ring though, does it? The "Average" - I ordered 2 dishes from them: Singapore Rice Noodles and Beef and Scallops. The total came out to be $18.90 for both dishes, a pint of rice, and free cheese wontons (for any orders greater than $15). The cheese wontons were ok. Very cream cheesy. I could only eat 2 before I got tired of the taste. And the skin was not crispy. I love Singapore rice noodles, and so I feel as if I have a good grasp of what consists of a "good" Singapore rice noodle dish (from a Chinese takeout): spice, curry, and lots of veggies and meat. Number 1's Singapore noodles were a disappointment. Not spicy, and not much curry. There was a fair amount of meats (chicken, pork, shrimp) and veggies, but that didn't do too much to add to the flavor of the dish. The beef with scallops dish was also a disappointment. The beef was ok, but the sauce that they used for the dish was not that good. Edible yes, and mind you, it wasn't bad, but......something was just off. The scallops inside the dish were also not fresh, evidenced by the fishy taste (fun fact, the sign of a good, fresh scallop is the smell of corn while they are cooking). The "below average": - The delivery took 75 minutes, 30 minutes over what they said to expect. This was on a Friday evening, around 7:45pm, so I assume that I beat the dinner rush. Still, quite a long wait for average Chinese takeout. Number 1 Chinese Kitchen is passable as a takeout place. However, I've had much better food (Asian Taste) elsewhere in the city. Don't be fooled by the name, folks, this place is definitely not number 1.
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sidney m.
Me chinese, me play joke, me put some sort of chicken bologna in your fried rice. The worst chinese food I have ever had.
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Pascal P.
I seem to remember this place being good a long time ago, but the last couple of times I went here their food was nasty. Going here doesn't make sense when there are lots of better Chinese places in the area.
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Ricky R.
They are lying to to you! The brown sauce isn't good at all! Plus the Gen. Tso's tofu is served in a red wine sauce! WTF!!! Stay away.
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Shaina p.
The food was delivered about 20 minutes before promised. And the delivery guy was American--at least he spoke English. However, the food was pretty bland. Not terrible or greasy, but not very tasty either.
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : Yes Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Brunch Parking : Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : No Attire : Casual Ambience : Divey Noise Level : Quiet Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : No Caters : Yes
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.
Josh W.
The worst food poisoning of my life. It's been a few years since I lived across the street and got a bad batch of sushi, here. I slept on the bathroom floor. Stay far away. Edit: Apparently they don't have sushi anymore. They did in 2009. Maybe they took it off the menu after too many people got sick. I never went back to check. It's harder to poison people with fried food. In my mind I always change their name to "Number 2 Chinese Kitchen" - and it ain't about the rank of the place, folks.
(1)Aurora A.
Ok-ish Chinese food based on standard non-authentic Chinese takeout joints. Fast service. Has all the standard menu options but I have to say the food is not as tasty as even mall Chinese food. I had sweet-and-sour chicken. Fried well, not too greasy, decent dipping sauce but the fried rice was without flavor. Shrimp lo mein kinda greasy and lacking flavor as well. Was given a free hot and sour soup that I thought was nice until i tasted it...it was neither spicy nor sour. Their version of crab Rangoon was good though. With plenty of other Chinese options close by, I probably will not be back here again.
(2)Diana M.
I was really hoping to give a good review. I use to order from them back in the day in 2009 and they were spectacular. Good and cheap! However, now they are still cheap but absolutely horrible. This is the 2nd time I have ordered in a few weeks and will now be my last time ordering. I ordered something simple. Sweet and Sour Chicken and a small fry. The fries were so over cooked and dry, I couldn't even eat them. Next you had the sweet ad sour chicken. The only thing good was the sauce. The chicken looked and tasted old! To the point that the whole box just got trashed. I also paid for delivery.The driver told me there were no parking spaces out front and I would need to meet him at the gate. However, when I walked outside in the cold mind you to meet the driver, there was yes indeed a whole block of free spaces so he was just being lazy vs actually coming to my apartment door. No bueno for me. I won't be returning EVER!
(1)John B.
Delicious Chinese food @ amazingly ghetto good prices! if you're ever in B'more I recommend this. Just make sure u have bulletproof vest on if your picking up your order. Lol I'm just fuckin wit u
(3)Brandon W.
The food is pretty decent/average Chinese food, the dine in/carry out area is average, and the time it takes to get your food is average. Their is nothing here that is worth going out of your way for however if you want cheap Chinese food then this place is worth a try.
(3)Ernie B.
Woof! Note to self: trust your instincts when determining a good take out spot. After reading a positive city paper review, I decided to give it a shot even though I remember saying to myself "this place worries me". I have an iron stomach and will choke down just about anything if I've shelled out money for it. Not here. I took one bite of the...er..."general Tso's Chicken". It had the gelatinous consistency of old ketchup. The beef and broccoli was covered in an equally concerning amount of brown goop. I didn't gamble on a second taste. They get 1 star for refunding my money. Your food is gross.
(1)Sana J.
I love their kung pao chicken. The meat isn't weird and gross which you can encounter sometimes at other random chinese take out places - so I'm in love. I always come back here for the kung pao now. Haven't tried the other dishes but that one is delicious.
(4)Kas K.
I've never had takeout horrible enough to write a review about... But sadly, this takeout went in the trash. I would have given 0 stars if I could have... Blech.
(1)Will V.
I used to really enjoy the food at No. 1 (you know, for those cheap delivery cravings...), but recently, they have declined a bit. Though what keeps me ordering delivery from them is that they have good dumplings, though not the style that I prefer (they have the thick-skinned small dumplings rather than the thinner, crispier dumplings in other Chinese restaurants.) Also, I've not tried their sushi, but I'm always weary of a "Chinese" restaurant that serves Japanese food... That said, there are worse places in the immediate vicinity, so if you're living around the Johns Hopkins campus and need a decent place for a delivery order, they're not bad... Definitely not "Number 1," though!
(3)Rob H.
I had ordered from this place via delivery.com . It arrived in a fairly timely fashion, and was still warm. However, it was tasteless. We ordered food for two, having an app, soup, & two entrees. It just didn't taste like anything but grease. I do not recommend.
(1)Ben K.
Every time my co-workers convince me to order the lunch special from this place, I immediately regret it. Five dollars for beef and broccoli with rice and wonton soup seems as though it would be a bargain, but you really do pay for what you get. And I'm not talking about portion size. The food itself isn't greasy and they offer brown rice as an alternative, which I really appreciate. However, the dishes and soups are completely tasteless. Chinese food was not meant to be bland! Next time, I'll think twice and go with my sack lunch. Or just find a better place to get my takeout fix.
(1)William M.
Totally standard and acceptable fast food chinese take-out. I haven't tried their sushi, but wouldn't expect it to be above grocery store level sushi, though they do have a chef there. edited to add: they no longer have sushi. No loss.
(3)Virginia Y.
*Note: This is a review on ordering take out.* Another lazy snowy day calls for chinese take out. I usually never get take out but today I was in the mood for honey wings and bbq spare ribs. The order didn't take too long, about 45 minutes to an hour. The wings were pretty good I must say, crunchy and definitely sauced right. The BBQ spare ribs is where it went downhill... More than half the wings were burnt really badly.. Like bitter tasting meat. There was also barely any meat on the ribs too... Not sure if I will order from here again, I'd stick to the " american " dishes.
(3)Dog L.
I ordered take out because the Chinese restaurant near my house is just terrible. I ordered hunan chicken. There were lots of vegetables that were cooked perfectly and the chicken was tender and great. I also ordered the fried wontons which were yummy too. The prices were great, delivery was on time and everyone was polite. I will definitely order from here again.
(4)Kristin J.
Let me start this off by saying I love shitty Chinese food. I was hoping this would be one of those cheap hole-in-the-wall Chinese places that is a hidden gem of greasy deliciousness-- but it's not. It's actually just disgusting questionable meat in weird gelatinous sauces that seem to be derived from ketchup. I also never write reviews but this was gross enough for me to want to actively warn anybody deciding to go here. Save yourself the stomach ache, pick something else.
(1)James L.
I don't think you deserve your name, Number 1. Perhaps y'all should start low, so people won't come in expecting food that is Number 1. Number 4 Chinese Kitchen doesn't have the same ring though, does it? The "Average" - I ordered 2 dishes from them: Singapore Rice Noodles and Beef and Scallops. The total came out to be $18.90 for both dishes, a pint of rice, and free cheese wontons (for any orders greater than $15). The cheese wontons were ok. Very cream cheesy. I could only eat 2 before I got tired of the taste. And the skin was not crispy. I love Singapore rice noodles, and so I feel as if I have a good grasp of what consists of a "good" Singapore rice noodle dish (from a Chinese takeout): spice, curry, and lots of veggies and meat. Number 1's Singapore noodles were a disappointment. Not spicy, and not much curry. There was a fair amount of meats (chicken, pork, shrimp) and veggies, but that didn't do too much to add to the flavor of the dish. The beef with scallops dish was also a disappointment. The beef was ok, but the sauce that they used for the dish was not that good. Edible yes, and mind you, it wasn't bad, but......something was just off. The scallops inside the dish were also not fresh, evidenced by the fishy taste (fun fact, the sign of a good, fresh scallop is the smell of corn while they are cooking). The "below average": - The delivery took 75 minutes, 30 minutes over what they said to expect. This was on a Friday evening, around 7:45pm, so I assume that I beat the dinner rush. Still, quite a long wait for average Chinese takeout. Number 1 Chinese Kitchen is passable as a takeout place. However, I've had much better food (Asian Taste) elsewhere in the city. Don't be fooled by the name, folks, this place is definitely not number 1.
(2)sidney m.
Me chinese, me play joke, me put some sort of chicken bologna in your fried rice. The worst chinese food I have ever had.
(1)Pascal P.
I seem to remember this place being good a long time ago, but the last couple of times I went here their food was nasty. Going here doesn't make sense when there are lots of better Chinese places in the area.
(2)Ricky R.
They are lying to to you! The brown sauce isn't good at all! Plus the Gen. Tso's tofu is served in a red wine sauce! WTF!!! Stay away.
(1)Shaina p.
The food was delivered about 20 minutes before promised. And the delivery guy was American--at least he spoke English. However, the food was pretty bland. Not terrible or greasy, but not very tasty either.
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