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    China Wok

    3.2 (81 reviews)
    InexpensiveChinese, Seafood
    Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    CHINA WOK ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Ut N.

    Today, my family and I visited China Wok for some Chinese takeout. We were pleased to see that customers were coming in and out for takeout orders. Despite the busy scene, we managed to grab a table for dine-in. We ordered chicken lo mein, large with extra vegetables, four pieces of chicken wings, and a large hot and sour soup. The chicken wings were crispy, but we felt that they had been fried in old oil, which gave them a darker bone color. My mom taught me that lighter chicken bones indicate freshness, while darker ones suggest that they have been frozen for a while. The noodles were soft and delicious, but they were not long strands as we expected. Instead, they were small little pieces. Although we paid for extra vegetables, we felt that we did not receive as much as we had hoped for. However, the chicken was ample in proportion to the vegetables. We did not try the hot and sour soup at the restaurant because it was served in a large container, and we did not want to eat out of it. We decided to take it home, and we plan to pour a portion of it into a smaller bowl for a better dining experience.

    My trip to China wok while on vacation in Florida
    Norman J.

    When I was on vacation in Sanford Florida. I was out with my family .and we decided to get some Chinese food. And we came across China wok. A Chinese restaurant that the folks in Sanford already knew about. Soon as we walk into the establishment I noticed that the place was very clean. And look like a buffet kinda restaurant would look back in new York. I was like wow this is really a cool looking Chinese restaurant you can see the food through the glass window while they prepare it the trays of food is right there. You have all your sauces duck sauce, soy,mustard for you to use as much as you want.this spot was not a real big restaurant but it was a decent size to sit down it is big enough put it that way . in you have nice size tables and chairs to enjoy your meal.the lady who took our order was very nice and the prices were not bad at all. We didn't stay we decided to take out .I ordered the chicken and broccoli and chicken fried rice along with there cauliflower. And another order of sesame chicken and chicken fried rice with broccoli and egg . The food was made fresh and it had a really good taste to it .the taste was different from nyc Chinese restaurant. Being in Sanford I had the opportunity to try a few different Chinese restaurant and this one was my favorite. They give you a nice portion and the white meat chicken was made absolutely the way I like it ,the food was delicious. Being from new York I can really judge the different Chinese restaurant and other states because in NYC we have so many different Chinese restaurant. But china wok impressed me with there food .so that was a plus to add on to a good vacation .I would definitely go back there in the future

    Really good lo mein!
    Scott W.

    While working on a project after-hours with one of my co workers we decided to get some Chinese take out for dinner. I couldn't leave the jobsite so I am unable to provide my experience of the actual venue itself. However, the staff was very friendly over the phone and our food was ready by the time my coworker got to the restaurant to pickup our order. You can order online but need to set up an account at checkout. We decided to call our order in then pick it up since they don't do delivery. I ordered the Chicken Moo Goo Gai Pan with two Egg Rolls. The food was awesome. They made it for me without MSG. Everything was hot and freshly cooked. The only issue was they didn't throw any sauces in the to go bag. My coworker was in a hurry and forgot to check before departure but that's kind of on both parties. Regardless of this minor issue, everything else was on point. We will return again in the near future.

    The Wonton Soup
    Jayloni D.

    China Wok is my absolute favorite Chinese restaurant. Their food is amazing!! Like, the beef and broccoli is incredible. I also love the fried rice and lo mein. I have become kind of discouraged that not all of the workers are required to wear masks, even the cooks from what I see. If you are going to be handling food preparation for the public, you need to be wearing a mask at all times.

    Found this in tonight's combo of sweet and sour chicken. A 5-6 inch long piece of plastic inside of the chicken
    Kyli P.

    Found this in my sweet and sour chicken. Everything tasted great until this. I felt so grossed out I had to throw the rest away. First time I've ever found debris this big in food. It was over 5 inches long. Not coming back

    What sweet and sour chicken is portrayed to be...
    Henry Amanda L.

    I ordered the sweet and sour chicken lunch special from the picture they had on their menu. It came all separate with no veggies or the nice pineapple sweet glaze sautéed on the chicken. When I asked about the picture and why this came out different they responded by telling me "We do no make it like the picture" I replied "So these pictures are false?" She replied, "Yes, I am sorry" and walked away. I am absolutely disappointed with the level of customer service and will not be returning. No refund for the meal or any care for the customer. This place does not take pride in their food or service. Doesn't deserve even 1star.

    It's already ready already. From their website http://www.chinawoksanford.com/

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    Great food, was clean and very quick. The service was excellent as well. My new go to Chinese!

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    Not that good of food, was rubbery the next day when I heated it up . Couldn't chew it and it didn't have very good flavor

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    Crab rangoons are trash. This review is mostly for me because I keep forgetting and keep getting them anyways.

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    The BEST Chinese food I've had in Lake Mary. I will always continue to order from this restaurant!

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    7 years ago

    Key word consistency, food hasn't change since forever, great place for take out and lunch is special for a quick in and out

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    Food is always good when I order from them. Ppl are nice and friendly. Homemade tea is good also.

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    While there are many words I could use to describe China Wok, I'm going to say only this: China Wok is a bad restaurant."

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