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Howard China

3.9 (108 reviews)
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Closed • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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Tank G.

This place is cash only. They also accept Zelle, but that is a nightmare to deal with. You will find an ATM on site. There is limited street parking available near this joint. This place is a hole-in-the-wall and is always packed. It is located right down the street from Howard University. The staff there is friendly, and you place your order through thick security glass. To put their menu in simple terms, they offer Chinese food and wings. Their wings have limited sauces. I got the 6-wing meal with fries. I got Mumbo sauce on my wings and fries. You can also get the sauce on the side. It took about 15 minutes for them to prepare my meal. This restaurant is a strictly carryout joint and does not offer dine-in. My food was decent. The wings were flavorful and juicy. I recommend checking this place. I just hate cash-only places and wish that they accepted credit/debit cards.

4 piece wings and fries with Mumbo sauce on the fries.
Jonesha M.

After doing a little research looking for the best mumbo sauce, this place came up a lot so myself and my kids took an Uber to get some. First thoughts it was small, but I was also excited because little corner places like that have the best food. We went about 1:30pm. There were about 5 people ahead of us, no eating area. Prices were fair, I forgot they only accepted cash so he gave me his Zelle info. There is also an ATM. The food was fresh and flavorful. The mumbo sauce was delicious! My daughter got the lo mein lunch special and my song got wings and fries. It was definitely worth the trip!

3 piece with fried rice and mambo sauce on the side
Chyli M.

This is an HU staple. They have upgraded the inside since I was a student to where it is pickup only. The service is always quick considering they are almost always busy. The food is delicious, the portions are generous, and the prices are reasonable. We love it here and come back every time we're in town!

HO-CHI !
Shelly J.

If you went to HU, you already know! As my Homecoming ritual, I stop here before going to the yard!! Now my fam n love coming here. A few blocks away from the Mecca... bring cash! My must haves: Wings with fries + extra mumbo sauce!! .35 extra! Philly egg rolls with mumbo sauce for dipping!! Extra lrg house made ice tea n lemonade!! The owners are nice, I think the kids now run it, cuz its not the same owner of when I went to HU.

Wings and shrimp fried rice
Allison R.

This place is always good. Definitely recommend for some cheap, good food. don't forget cash though!

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Michaela N.

Staple of DC for years. I don't get here often but am always pleased when I do. A carryout doing its best in carryout. Get the cheesestesk egg roll and wings w/fries. Cash only, but there's two atms on site. Fast service. A perfect hole in the wall.

Philly cheesesteaks egg roll
Thomas N.

Hole in the wall place. It's small and it looks run down but let me tell you, this place is LEGIT! Best cheap Chinese place around the area. The Philly egg roll was the best I've ever tried and let me start with the chicken with mumbo sauce. It was fantastic, the chicken was crispy and hot and their mumbo sauce is fire. The portions were huge and it did not disappoint. Crab Rangoon were filled with goodness and crispy. This place is a bang for your buck. It's only cash only so be aware of that (ATM inside if needed). Overall, 5/5, it's cheap eats and great Chinese food. Best mumbo chicken w/ fried rice and Philly egg roll!

Wings and Fries w/Mambo Sauce
Ashley H.

Coming from the West Coast, I didn't know there was a difference in how people do Chinese takeout/carry out. I usually wouldn't order wings and fries at a Chinese place but now I will be every time I can! The mambo sauce is a game changer! The wings and fries are crispy and delicious. We also got Lo Mein and you can't go wrong with that. They gave generous portions and the staff was very friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be back!

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Munsa M.

Ordered takeout from here and it was delicious!! I got the Shrimp Hanan and it was so flavorful and was a great deal for $7. I love that they actually put a good amount of veggies in it too. The food was ready within 15min and packed nicely!! The only downside is they only accept cash

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They don't pick up phone, have to go in and order I'm guessing.. waste of space.. put another spot here

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Great food ! Good costumer service. Right near Howard University and open late night is a plus

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Wings with mumbo sauce, fried rice, and some hot and sour soup for 10 bucks. Count me in. I just found my new favorite Chinese takeout spot.

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Can't decide between whether Yum's or Howard China's mumbo sauce but both are fantastic.

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