To be honest, I HATE EVERY SINGLE ORANGE CHICKEN PLACE IN ST.LOUIS besides THIS PLACE. I finally found that golden chinese restaurant that is "the place" for me. I have a very high standard taste of orange chicken and to be honest this place matches places in Chicago. I love this place. It is very lowkey and the prices and portions are perfect. More people should come here more often.
(5)
Jonathan S.
Seriously delicious. South County has a dearth of good Chinese food but Dingho kills it. The meat chunks aren't too big or tendony, and they're crunchy instead of soggy (most of the time). They have incredible gen. tso's, st. paul sandwiches, orange chicken and beef. In fact, I'm pretty sure they have the orange beef because I request it so much. but it's incredible. Grab the lunch combo for around five bucks. healthy amount of food with a crab rangoon and wonton (i get two crab rangoon instead).
(5)
Carolyn M.
I'm so sad we moved too far to get our once-a-week Dingho dinners. This place is definitely the best take-out Chinese food ever!
(5)
Bill F.
Good no frills Chinese. My wife enjoys the St. Paul and the shrimp fried rice with veggies was delicious.
(3)
Lisa M.
St Paul Sandwich for a St. Paulite? Back years ago, at a burger establishment in St Paul they actually had a St. Paul Sandwich on their menu. I'm almost certain I'm the only one who ever ordered since it didn't last long on said menu, so I've been on the hunt ever since. We were in town for a weekend to catch a game and see the sights of STL. Originally planned to go to Park Chop Suey, but when we arrived on a Saturday around 1:00, the place was deserted - closed, no cars, no lights, nothing. While we were standing outside deciding how to walk back to our hotel, since we took the metro and walked across the bridge, another gentleman and his 2 kids walked up and were disappointed they were not open either. I was set on a St. Paul Sandwich while I was in town and dammit I was gonna get one.We went back to the hotel, got the car and headed to Dingho. Thanks Steven B for your assistance BTW. Place was quiet - 2 workers, 2 dudes out doing landscaping, 1 customer inside. We ordered our St. Paul Sandwiches egg rolls and something to drink. I thought about getting more, but it was hot, I wasn't super hungry and we had dinner reservations for later that night. Food came quick, which is good cuz the place filled up after we arrived. Sandwich was great, or at least we really enjoyed it. Simple, tasty and filling. White bread, a big patty, lettuce, tomato, mayo, salt and pepper - almost everything we never eat at home. A good filling lunch for pretty darn cheap. Oh, and if you order a large diet pepsi, it is actually 2 cans in a big Styrofoam cup, which struck me as funny.
(4)
David A.
The parking lot looks empty but they have a huge carry out business. I walked in with a woman who was picking up a large bag of food for four. Before I could choose what to order another woman came in and picked up her order. They have vegetarian items which brought me in today. Before I could finish this review I had my food and another couple came in to get their to go order. Very nice staff.
(4)
Trevor C.
Pluses: 1) Local neighborhood Chinese take out 2) Fair pricing 3) Lots of bang for your buck! 4) Measures up to Chinese food from New York Minuses: 1) Cash only 2) Their lo-mein noodles are spaghetti :( We eat here at least twice a month, its fast and good. The people working there are very nice (Family owned) and speak rather good English which is important when ordering! This is one of my Faves!
(4)
Zarah R.
If not for a recommendation, I never would have tried Dingho. From the outside it looks like a cheap, greasy-spoon type Chinese take-away. You know, not good. But by virtue of the logic that they can't be attracting many customers with their storefront, but something has kept them in business for years and years, I figured it was probably the food. It is. It's surprisingly good. We had crab Rangoon, War Sue Gai and General Tso's Chicken (large portions), $19.90. The Rangoon was pretty generic, I'll admit. But the War Sue Gai and General Tso's were both all white meat, not overly breaded, and not swamped in too sweet sauce. I am a General Tso's snob and will be going again. I was pleasantly impressed. So, Dingho, go or no, no, no? Definitely a GO.
(4)
Chris B.
definitely the 'hole-in-the-wall' chinese that you're looking for. This was the first orange chicken that i've had and I never order it any other place because it sucks compared to here.
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : No 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 Caters : 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.
Nancy Q.
To be honest, I HATE EVERY SINGLE ORANGE CHICKEN PLACE IN ST.LOUIS besides THIS PLACE. I finally found that golden chinese restaurant that is "the place" for me. I have a very high standard taste of orange chicken and to be honest this place matches places in Chicago. I love this place. It is very lowkey and the prices and portions are perfect. More people should come here more often.
(5)Jonathan S.
Seriously delicious. South County has a dearth of good Chinese food but Dingho kills it. The meat chunks aren't too big or tendony, and they're crunchy instead of soggy (most of the time). They have incredible gen. tso's, st. paul sandwiches, orange chicken and beef. In fact, I'm pretty sure they have the orange beef because I request it so much. but it's incredible. Grab the lunch combo for around five bucks. healthy amount of food with a crab rangoon and wonton (i get two crab rangoon instead).
(5)Carolyn M.
I'm so sad we moved too far to get our once-a-week Dingho dinners. This place is definitely the best take-out Chinese food ever!
(5)Bill F.
Good no frills Chinese. My wife enjoys the St. Paul and the shrimp fried rice with veggies was delicious.
(3)Lisa M.
St Paul Sandwich for a St. Paulite? Back years ago, at a burger establishment in St Paul they actually had a St. Paul Sandwich on their menu. I'm almost certain I'm the only one who ever ordered since it didn't last long on said menu, so I've been on the hunt ever since. We were in town for a weekend to catch a game and see the sights of STL. Originally planned to go to Park Chop Suey, but when we arrived on a Saturday around 1:00, the place was deserted - closed, no cars, no lights, nothing. While we were standing outside deciding how to walk back to our hotel, since we took the metro and walked across the bridge, another gentleman and his 2 kids walked up and were disappointed they were not open either. I was set on a St. Paul Sandwich while I was in town and dammit I was gonna get one.We went back to the hotel, got the car and headed to Dingho. Thanks Steven B for your assistance BTW. Place was quiet - 2 workers, 2 dudes out doing landscaping, 1 customer inside. We ordered our St. Paul Sandwiches egg rolls and something to drink. I thought about getting more, but it was hot, I wasn't super hungry and we had dinner reservations for later that night. Food came quick, which is good cuz the place filled up after we arrived. Sandwich was great, or at least we really enjoyed it. Simple, tasty and filling. White bread, a big patty, lettuce, tomato, mayo, salt and pepper - almost everything we never eat at home. A good filling lunch for pretty darn cheap. Oh, and if you order a large diet pepsi, it is actually 2 cans in a big Styrofoam cup, which struck me as funny.
(4)David A.
The parking lot looks empty but they have a huge carry out business. I walked in with a woman who was picking up a large bag of food for four. Before I could choose what to order another woman came in and picked up her order. They have vegetarian items which brought me in today. Before I could finish this review I had my food and another couple came in to get their to go order. Very nice staff.
(4)Trevor C.
Pluses: 1) Local neighborhood Chinese take out 2) Fair pricing 3) Lots of bang for your buck! 4) Measures up to Chinese food from New York Minuses: 1) Cash only 2) Their lo-mein noodles are spaghetti :( We eat here at least twice a month, its fast and good. The people working there are very nice (Family owned) and speak rather good English which is important when ordering! This is one of my Faves!
(4)Zarah R.
If not for a recommendation, I never would have tried Dingho. From the outside it looks like a cheap, greasy-spoon type Chinese take-away. You know, not good. But by virtue of the logic that they can't be attracting many customers with their storefront, but something has kept them in business for years and years, I figured it was probably the food. It is. It's surprisingly good. We had crab Rangoon, War Sue Gai and General Tso's Chicken (large portions), $19.90. The Rangoon was pretty generic, I'll admit. But the War Sue Gai and General Tso's were both all white meat, not overly breaded, and not swamped in too sweet sauce. I am a General Tso's snob and will be going again. I was pleasantly impressed. So, Dingho, go or no, no, no? Definitely a GO.
(4)Chris B.
definitely the 'hole-in-the-wall' chinese that you're looking for. This was the first orange chicken that i've had and I never order it any other place because it sucks compared to here.
(5)