Doesn't look like much - Delivers beyond expectations - Fresh and flavorful cooking Without the positive review I would never have even walked in (and the fact that it was 9 pm and all the other places were shut down for the night). Clearly they are built for take-out. It's clean, but the room is tiny and non-descript (threadbare, if there were any carpet to start with). They cooked everything fresh (hence took a bit longer than the usual takeout place), and once we took it home, we were simply amazed. The flavors were so distinct and fresh it was amazing. Will be back!
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rick c.
I have been searching for a good Cantonese takeout place for the past year since Fong's closed (retirement...lucky guy...but we lose out on his great cooking). I have tried 14 different take outs to date from Evanston to Highland Park and west thru Glenview. The value is excellent. The wonton noodle soup was excellent and the best I have had. Chicken Chop Suey was fresh and made with the proper vegetables. I did not like the egg rolls or the fried rice. So far, CHina Town Express in Morton grove has the best fried rice. I am such a fanatic, I may have to stop at both places to get the very best.
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Food M.
For a "hole in a wall" take out restaurant, the food for years has been consistent. If you like Hot and Sour soup , go for the New China Soup- filled with BBQ Pork, Shrimp, Chicken and veggies. Egg Foo Young portions are very good. While the Kow Kow egg rolls are the bar for all to hit, New China's rolls will surfice. Food is always made fresh to order. Your really can not go wrong with any of thier items. Be nice to this small family run business and try not to use your credit card. Its 3 percent less to their bottom line.
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Mara M.
amazing, non-descript, "whole in the wall", with seriously great food! Better than any sit down places in the area!
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Jake H.
I'm giving this place five stars for consistent "very good"-ness. The ho fen and wanton soup are great and I've never had anything bad here. Plus, they're fast and the food is hot - what's not to like?
(5)
david s.
1st time. Took out a couple lunch specials (IIRC, hunan beef and governor's chicken). Taste was great. The only problem is, you get a small amount of the entree and a ton of fried rice, compared to other lunch specials I've had. The fried rice is very good, so it's not really a 'problem'--but if you want a decent amount of an entree, don't get the lunch special. Overall, this is my new place for Chinese take out, because it tastes just right. The chef knows what he/she is doing. I just have to learn how to negotiate their menu, and get them to give me my desired level of spiciness.....
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Richard G.
good consistent food. Not gourmet, but taste! What I want. BTW Hate long reviews
(4)
Van M.
I have been getting food from this place for years, but never stray from my order - beef fried rice. The beef fried rice is fantastic: heavy on soy sauce and a bit salty, good chunks of egg, green onion, and beef. I think I tried some other items off the menu a couple years ago and wasn't impressed. Great carry-out option though!
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Michael S.
Ordered food on Christmas Day (a well established busy day for Chinese food). Ordered at 5:30pm and was told 2 hours. Tried calling to get an update at 7:15 and they rudely hung up on us. Arrived at 7:30 per there provided time and was greeted by a dozen plus people waiting for their orders. When we inquired as to the status of our order, we were told, "oh it's almost ready, a few more dishes". They said the same thing to everybody that asked which was obviously a lie. The complete lack of integrity in their customer service was appalling. They were very happy though to let people pay for their meals. It baffles me that a business can be so unorganized and unprofessional. We waited an extra hour standing around twiddling our thumbs. Meaning it took 3 HOURS for our food, an hour more that they told us. In fact, there was someone else there who had ordered at 4:30 and 4 hours later he too still did not have his order! At least in the end they gave us everything we ordered... Chinese food makes this day for me, and New China let me done. Shameful.
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Jay B.
The lady that runs the place has a very bad attitude,,,,, just not nice! The food is even worse.
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Dave V.
Pretty good stuff outta this place. We got takeout on one of the busiest Chinese food days of the year and the only thing i thought was wrong with the food was the chicken being a bit dry. The bbq pork chow fen was freaking great and their combo lo mein was really good. The bbq pork pieces we mostly good, some a little dry and some a little fatty. The shrimp was perfect and delicious. The only thing bad about the fried rice was that it needed a little more flavor (salt or onion would have done the trick) and maybe some more fried egg but everything else about it was mmm mmm good. The crab rangoon was really good especially if you like the more crabby taste and less cheese. It was like all crab, yum! The wontons were not what i thought so i was disappointed with that, but it was my own fault since i didn't ask. Never knew about this place and it definitely competes with the other Chinese places out in the suburbs. Will definitely be back This isn't the absolutely cheapest place i have been too but it is definitely not expensive, prices are fair YELP IT FOOLS!
(4)
Melissa M.
I must say that when you first see this place you wonder if everything is really going to be good. The decor is to be desired but the food is WONDERFUL. The fried rice is delicious. So glad to have found this place.
(5)
Matt L.
Nice take out place...Amy is always nice on the phone and in person. We order a lot of Chinese at various places and this stacks up. Egg rolls and pot stickers are always great. The mongolian chicken or beef are excellent too. They have a depth of flavor..maybe the heat with which its cooked.but it has that somwthing extra...good quality give it try
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Mary Ann S.
Best Chinese takeout in the area by far. Food is always good and suprisingly authentic (I'm asian so you can say it's asian approved). I love fried rice hoowever there are a few places that make it the way I like it..flavor filled. Awesome honey walnut shrimp. They make their own buttered sauce! Mmm. Everything I've had here has never been a let down. Every since new management took over the customer service has been delightful (Amy who runs the place is super sweet and so warm). Also, where else can you get fresh fruit bubble tea with tapioca in the area?? No where. I promise you. Love this place.
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Taylor M.
A good carry out Chinese restaurant. The strip mall joint has two tiny tables, but I would not recommend dining in. They said the food would take about 10 minutes, but it took a little while longer... which normally isn't a big deal, but I had to get back to work. I ordered one of the lunch specials, Orange Chicken. It was pretty good, again for a carry out place and the price I paid, I have nothing to complain about. The lunch portions are fairly big, I could not even finish it all. The the lunch special options come with fried rice and an egg roll as well... a very good deal for $5 or $6! What I learned is call ahead and order your food for pick up. Then, you can park in a ten minute spot right in front and not worry about returning from your lunch break on time! Does not accept Discover Card.
(3)
Alan G.
I'm torn, there were aspects of my meal I enjoyed but many parts not so much. First the petty - hey, where were my fortune and/or almond cookies. Nothing. Second, my Crab Rangoon looked great - you could actually see the crab inside the puff. However, there was no taste other than the sauce. None. I stopped eating them after 2 and tossed them out. Third, my entree looked and tasted fresh, but all I tasted was celery. Also I paid 2 dollars extra for a combo including shrimp. Two, only two shrimp in a full dinner order? huh? Also the chicken and pork were chewy. I eventually just ate my noodles with the celery sauce. I'm not sure if it was an off night, given all the glowing yelp reviews. But for me, one and done!
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Steve S.
This is one of those places where you have to know what to get, but if you do, you will score big. I will put their mongolian beef up against anybody's. Their egg rolls are awesome. Their potstickers are HUGE and are delicious. Fried Rice is similarly tasty. Unfortunately, most of the chicken dishes don't impress me as much as the above, but they're still pretty good. Best part is it's CHEAP and they load up the containers full of food.
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Elaine M.
Did take out for the first time the other night from here. I am on a quest to find the best Mongolian Chicken, so I ordered one of these and one order of pork fried rice. I had not phoned ahead so I had to wait. The wait was not too long and the food came out piping hot. I was disappointed in the chicken, though it tasted alright the spice level wasn't there. The pork fried rice was very tasty but was a much darker color than I am used to and they were a bit shy with the pork. As a take-out joint I would rate them pretty high and would definitely use them again. Although I might delve deeper into the menu next time.
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Benjamin R.
Fast and hot, but not much flavor. Hot and sour soup had no spice or flavor. Szechuan chicken ok but again not much flavor.
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Obaid C.
Ordered the food today. They put in the system wrong order not accepting the fact that they made a mistake and try to resolve the situation. HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE. Save your trip don't go there. They don't know how to treat customers and so called the manager she was nasty crazy lady!!! Absolutely no clue how to run the business. Messed up our dinner!! Will not go back and prefer other places.
(1)
Mike L.
Great food. For a chinese take out, food tastes amazing! better then some of the sit-down restaurants. Good Price. Will continue to go here.
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Ali W.
We will definitely be back for more! My husband and I just moved to the area and we were craving Chinese. I found this place was just down the street. We were driving from Chicago so I placed an order on our way up and it was ready by the time we got there. The only complaint I had was that they didn't provide chopsticks of plastic silverware in the takeout. Since we were moving we had nothing to eat with (which i guess is my own fault!). I'm definitely looking forward to trying more of there stuff.
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Judy L.
Some of the best take out I have had.I have been going here for years. They are remodeling the whole place and it already looks a lot better. Great fried rice, egg rolls and egg foo young. Since I don't eat meat I can't comment on that, but my family likes everything they have ordered, chicken and beef. Good lunch specials. Give them a try.
(4)
Studio L.
My family goes here whenever there is a need for good take-away food.
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Address :1855 Deerfield Rd
Highland Park, IL, 60035
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : Yes Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch, Dinner Parking : Private Lot 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 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.
Jerome C.
Doesn't look like much - Delivers beyond expectations - Fresh and flavorful cooking Without the positive review I would never have even walked in (and the fact that it was 9 pm and all the other places were shut down for the night). Clearly they are built for take-out. It's clean, but the room is tiny and non-descript (threadbare, if there were any carpet to start with). They cooked everything fresh (hence took a bit longer than the usual takeout place), and once we took it home, we were simply amazed. The flavors were so distinct and fresh it was amazing. Will be back!
(5)rick c.
I have been searching for a good Cantonese takeout place for the past year since Fong's closed (retirement...lucky guy...but we lose out on his great cooking). I have tried 14 different take outs to date from Evanston to Highland Park and west thru Glenview. The value is excellent. The wonton noodle soup was excellent and the best I have had. Chicken Chop Suey was fresh and made with the proper vegetables. I did not like the egg rolls or the fried rice. So far, CHina Town Express in Morton grove has the best fried rice. I am such a fanatic, I may have to stop at both places to get the very best.
(4)Food M.
For a "hole in a wall" take out restaurant, the food for years has been consistent. If you like Hot and Sour soup , go for the New China Soup- filled with BBQ Pork, Shrimp, Chicken and veggies. Egg Foo Young portions are very good. While the Kow Kow egg rolls are the bar for all to hit, New China's rolls will surfice. Food is always made fresh to order. Your really can not go wrong with any of thier items. Be nice to this small family run business and try not to use your credit card. Its 3 percent less to their bottom line.
(4)Mara M.
amazing, non-descript, "whole in the wall", with seriously great food! Better than any sit down places in the area!
(5)Jake H.
I'm giving this place five stars for consistent "very good"-ness. The ho fen and wanton soup are great and I've never had anything bad here. Plus, they're fast and the food is hot - what's not to like?
(5)david s.
1st time. Took out a couple lunch specials (IIRC, hunan beef and governor's chicken). Taste was great. The only problem is, you get a small amount of the entree and a ton of fried rice, compared to other lunch specials I've had. The fried rice is very good, so it's not really a 'problem'--but if you want a decent amount of an entree, don't get the lunch special. Overall, this is my new place for Chinese take out, because it tastes just right. The chef knows what he/she is doing. I just have to learn how to negotiate their menu, and get them to give me my desired level of spiciness.....
(4)Richard G.
good consistent food. Not gourmet, but taste! What I want. BTW Hate long reviews
(4)Van M.
I have been getting food from this place for years, but never stray from my order - beef fried rice. The beef fried rice is fantastic: heavy on soy sauce and a bit salty, good chunks of egg, green onion, and beef. I think I tried some other items off the menu a couple years ago and wasn't impressed. Great carry-out option though!
(4)Michael S.
Ordered food on Christmas Day (a well established busy day for Chinese food). Ordered at 5:30pm and was told 2 hours. Tried calling to get an update at 7:15 and they rudely hung up on us. Arrived at 7:30 per there provided time and was greeted by a dozen plus people waiting for their orders. When we inquired as to the status of our order, we were told, "oh it's almost ready, a few more dishes". They said the same thing to everybody that asked which was obviously a lie. The complete lack of integrity in their customer service was appalling. They were very happy though to let people pay for their meals. It baffles me that a business can be so unorganized and unprofessional. We waited an extra hour standing around twiddling our thumbs. Meaning it took 3 HOURS for our food, an hour more that they told us. In fact, there was someone else there who had ordered at 4:30 and 4 hours later he too still did not have his order! At least in the end they gave us everything we ordered... Chinese food makes this day for me, and New China let me done. Shameful.
(1)Jay B.
The lady that runs the place has a very bad attitude,,,,, just not nice! The food is even worse.
(1)Dave V.
Pretty good stuff outta this place. We got takeout on one of the busiest Chinese food days of the year and the only thing i thought was wrong with the food was the chicken being a bit dry. The bbq pork chow fen was freaking great and their combo lo mein was really good. The bbq pork pieces we mostly good, some a little dry and some a little fatty. The shrimp was perfect and delicious. The only thing bad about the fried rice was that it needed a little more flavor (salt or onion would have done the trick) and maybe some more fried egg but everything else about it was mmm mmm good. The crab rangoon was really good especially if you like the more crabby taste and less cheese. It was like all crab, yum! The wontons were not what i thought so i was disappointed with that, but it was my own fault since i didn't ask. Never knew about this place and it definitely competes with the other Chinese places out in the suburbs. Will definitely be back This isn't the absolutely cheapest place i have been too but it is definitely not expensive, prices are fair YELP IT FOOLS!
(4)Melissa M.
I must say that when you first see this place you wonder if everything is really going to be good. The decor is to be desired but the food is WONDERFUL. The fried rice is delicious. So glad to have found this place.
(5)Matt L.
Nice take out place...Amy is always nice on the phone and in person. We order a lot of Chinese at various places and this stacks up. Egg rolls and pot stickers are always great. The mongolian chicken or beef are excellent too. They have a depth of flavor..maybe the heat with which its cooked.but it has that somwthing extra...good quality give it try
(4)Mary Ann S.
Best Chinese takeout in the area by far. Food is always good and suprisingly authentic (I'm asian so you can say it's asian approved). I love fried rice hoowever there are a few places that make it the way I like it..flavor filled. Awesome honey walnut shrimp. They make their own buttered sauce! Mmm. Everything I've had here has never been a let down. Every since new management took over the customer service has been delightful (Amy who runs the place is super sweet and so warm). Also, where else can you get fresh fruit bubble tea with tapioca in the area?? No where. I promise you. Love this place.
(5)Taylor M.
A good carry out Chinese restaurant. The strip mall joint has two tiny tables, but I would not recommend dining in. They said the food would take about 10 minutes, but it took a little while longer... which normally isn't a big deal, but I had to get back to work. I ordered one of the lunch specials, Orange Chicken. It was pretty good, again for a carry out place and the price I paid, I have nothing to complain about. The lunch portions are fairly big, I could not even finish it all. The the lunch special options come with fried rice and an egg roll as well... a very good deal for $5 or $6! What I learned is call ahead and order your food for pick up. Then, you can park in a ten minute spot right in front and not worry about returning from your lunch break on time! Does not accept Discover Card.
(3)Alan G.
I'm torn, there were aspects of my meal I enjoyed but many parts not so much. First the petty - hey, where were my fortune and/or almond cookies. Nothing. Second, my Crab Rangoon looked great - you could actually see the crab inside the puff. However, there was no taste other than the sauce. None. I stopped eating them after 2 and tossed them out. Third, my entree looked and tasted fresh, but all I tasted was celery. Also I paid 2 dollars extra for a combo including shrimp. Two, only two shrimp in a full dinner order? huh? Also the chicken and pork were chewy. I eventually just ate my noodles with the celery sauce. I'm not sure if it was an off night, given all the glowing yelp reviews. But for me, one and done!
(2)Steve S.
This is one of those places where you have to know what to get, but if you do, you will score big. I will put their mongolian beef up against anybody's. Their egg rolls are awesome. Their potstickers are HUGE and are delicious. Fried Rice is similarly tasty. Unfortunately, most of the chicken dishes don't impress me as much as the above, but they're still pretty good. Best part is it's CHEAP and they load up the containers full of food.
(4)Elaine M.
Did take out for the first time the other night from here. I am on a quest to find the best Mongolian Chicken, so I ordered one of these and one order of pork fried rice. I had not phoned ahead so I had to wait. The wait was not too long and the food came out piping hot. I was disappointed in the chicken, though it tasted alright the spice level wasn't there. The pork fried rice was very tasty but was a much darker color than I am used to and they were a bit shy with the pork. As a take-out joint I would rate them pretty high and would definitely use them again. Although I might delve deeper into the menu next time.
(3)Benjamin R.
Fast and hot, but not much flavor. Hot and sour soup had no spice or flavor. Szechuan chicken ok but again not much flavor.
(2)Obaid C.
Ordered the food today. They put in the system wrong order not accepting the fact that they made a mistake and try to resolve the situation. HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE. Save your trip don't go there. They don't know how to treat customers and so called the manager she was nasty crazy lady!!! Absolutely no clue how to run the business. Messed up our dinner!! Will not go back and prefer other places.
(1)Mike L.
Great food. For a chinese take out, food tastes amazing! better then some of the sit-down restaurants. Good Price. Will continue to go here.
(5)Ali W.
We will definitely be back for more! My husband and I just moved to the area and we were craving Chinese. I found this place was just down the street. We were driving from Chicago so I placed an order on our way up and it was ready by the time we got there. The only complaint I had was that they didn't provide chopsticks of plastic silverware in the takeout. Since we were moving we had nothing to eat with (which i guess is my own fault!). I'm definitely looking forward to trying more of there stuff.
(4)Judy L.
Some of the best take out I have had.I have been going here for years. They are remodeling the whole place and it already looks a lot better. Great fried rice, egg rolls and egg foo young. Since I don't eat meat I can't comment on that, but my family likes everything they have ordered, chicken and beef. Good lunch specials. Give them a try.
(4)Studio L.
My family goes here whenever there is a need for good take-away food.
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