Kawah Chinese Restaurant

Definitely a hole in the wall, but hands down one of the best Chinese spots in the area. The food…read moreis always fresh, flavorful, and hits the spot every time. Honestly, I can't think of a better Chinese restaurant around at this time in history. If you're looking for quality takeout without the frills, this is the place! #HiddenGem #BestChinese

Jimmy's has very high ratings for an American Chinese spot, and given that it does delivery, it was…read morea no brainier to try. The platters are relatively well priced. Their pork fried rice has a decent, though not amazing, amount of actual pork in it. (I like the big chunks their rice contains.) The sauces aren't too gooey - just the right amount. I'd skip the dumplings - skin is too thick - and scallion pancakes - too soft - next time. But overall, I appreciated the main dish options and taste.

General Tso's Chicken platter and scallion pancakes

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Zhongzhong Noodles - Bronx

4.4(106 reviews)

1.2 mi•Belmont

food service the ambiance was more than I expected...I loved it. .I'm going back weekly if I can.read more

I always get the spicy beef noodle. The broth is outstanding. The noodles are ramen noodles. Comes…read morewith back choy, fries chickpeas and half of a soft boiled egg and 4 pieces of beef. When I'm feeling hungry o add fish filet or extra beef. This elevates it where you can get the protein with every bite. I would like the option to chop my additions instead of getting the same ones every time. I have also had the mapo tofu, spring rolls and beef and rice bowl. They are all just okay.

Szechuan Braised Beef Noodle

Interior

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Store Front

Empire Express

3.7(11 reviews)

4.2 mi•Schuylerville

I'm impressed with Empire Express…read more Checking out their menu, I was surprised they offered a Catfish option. Took a chance and ordered for delivery, choosing the Catfish Sliders and an order of Buffalo Wings. The sliders were much better than I expected and were built heftily on toasted buns. Nice touch. The wings were pre-Covid sized and not those emaciated wings with no meat on them...very tasty. Everything arrived neatly packaged, still hot and fulfilled our hunger. Curious about the restaurant itself, I took the time to stop by and was impressed with the interior and how clean the restaurant looked. An additional plus, unlike most of the fast food Chinese restaurants in our area, they have ample seating available for dine-in. Based on this positive experience, I wouldn't hesitate ordering from Empire Express again.

It is pricey for some items, but the food, is good, there is a big selection, including lots of…read moreappetizers and delivery does not take long.

Buffalo Wings. Will request sauce on the side next time for extra crisp.

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Golden Chef

4.2(33 reviews)

3.5 mi•Pelham Bay

I truly can't convey how much I absolutely love this place…read more I get sick off of every other Chinese food spot in this area except for this one. The food is always great, the service is always incredible, when I order ahead it's never longer than 15 minutes, and the girl who runs the counter is the absolute sweetest. I come here every single time I want Chinese food and I tell all my friends about this place

Gave it so many chances Food is BLAND no taste!…read more The driest chicken wings Ever Tasteless fried rice The Broccoli and chicken??? No sauce to it just oil? Definitely done! Honest review Won't miss it at all

Golden Chicken by itself $5.50 as of 2/12/19

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Panda Restaurant

3.7(17 reviews)

1.7 mi•Pelham Gardens

A childhood favorite Chinese restaurant. I had 2 friends I used to play with but sadly they moved…read moreand got new staff. But the food is over all still the same. Before I talk about the food and flavour well your location seems very small and can only serve up to 4 people at a time. But it's alright small places big nice meals I usually come for spaghetti and fried chicken wings. The chicken wings as greasy as they are had amazing flavorful ginger white meat inside the orange brown flavoured skin. Your Lo Mein? Well not sure what to think of it but it's definitely above average and it's best to put soy sauce and dumpling sauce to increase flavor. Your golden fried rice? That holds up on its own as well as the red meat egg rolls. I like comming here on occassions to have a nice meal but that's as much as I could say and it's close to my home. Keep cooking well and make the business grow.

I usually order the same things from here and it's mostly fried. Any time i got a soup or rice…read morethere was a bug in it. This time my white rice had little black dead mites in it. They are called rice weavils and they show up like this due to infestation. Of course i had to throw my food away. Another time i got a vegetable soup because i was sick and to my horror it had a worm in it after it was half eaten already!

1.4 mi•Allerton, Pelham Gardens

Menu (reverse) Panda Restaurant, Pelham Parkway, BX

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Menu for Panda Restaurant, Pelham Parkway/BX

China Mia

3.9(56 reviews)

I LOVE their bubble tea. I get bubble tea all the time in Manhattan and I was very surprised to…read morefind good bubble tea in the neighborhood. The thai tea is floral and the mango tea is very refreshing. Bubbles are a good texture. Chinese food is what you can expect, great portions, cheap and filling.

Hair in my food. Never buying food from there again. I was…read moreenjoying my little bowl when all of a sudden I felt something stringy in my lips, I pulled it and it was a whole hair string ‍ had to vomit and throw away the food.

This place smh

Zoom in close to see the roach mixed into the lo mien

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Boe Lee Chinese

3.7(27 reviews)

1.6 mi•Pelham Gardens

THE BEST CHINESE FRIED CHICKEN WINGS !…read more i know that's a pretty bold claim but in all my orderings of chicken wings all through out NYC and even in the state of FL, no other Chinese restaurant has even come close. Whenever i am in the area, i HAVE to stop by and take home an order to go. Some times even two ! Make sure to ask them if they can separate the wings from the rice so that the wings stay crispy and don't get soggy from the rice.

Good and reliable . as new york as it gets . insane food portions . been coming here for yearsread more

Fried dumplings

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Pork fried rice & chicken wings

Lucky Star Chinese Restaurant

3.7(46 reviews)

3.1 mi•Unionport

Food was good, and fresh. Service was excellent. One of the best Chinese restaurants in Parkchester!read more

food is amazing second time coming here and I love it I would recommend too anyone in the…read moreparckchester area

1.6 mi•Allerton, Pelham Gardens

Lucky star

General Tso's chicken and white rice & Cold noodles sesame oil

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Li's Kitchen

3.8(65 reviews)

Amazing customer service! they are so nice and patient when I call to order. the best Chinese food…read morein Allerton

I walked by this restaurant on my way to the dentist. I couldn't help to concentrate on the aromas…read more They drew me in. I ordered some of my personal favorites. I took them home and shared them with a friend. The ribs were a revelation. The shrimp lomein amazed me. The dumplings were fabulous. My favorite dishes is baby shrimp in chili sauce and eggplant in garlic sauce. Every order is perfection. I cried when they reopened after the Pandemic. Don't miss this gem.

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Good Taste Chinese Restaurant

4.8(4 reviews)

2.1 mi•Morris Heights

BEST Chinese you can get in the area. They never disappoint. They take cashapp too!! My favorite…read more"secret menu" items are the chicken and broccoli over smashed plantains and chili oil (for my chicken noodle soup.) Please be nice to them

Best food of this neighborhood. Although I only work in this area, the food is so good I sometimes…read moredo a pick up during the weekend. Its the moms and pop local neighborhood spots that always give you the best food. This is one of them. Shrimp and Broccoli, Tso chicken, and Chicken wings with garlic sauce. All very good. They are very slow at times so it's best to call, but the food is always worth it.

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Dale J.

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3 years ago

I have ordered from Kawah Chinese Restaurant on Valentine Ave about four times now, and I have to say that my overall experience has been fairly average. The food, including the Chicken Fried Rice, Fried Chicken Wings, and General Tso Chicken, is what I would consider standard fare for Chinese cuisine. If you happen to live in the neighborhood or come across a good deal on Uber Eats, Kawah Chinese Restaurant might be worth considering. However, I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to dine here, as there isn't anything particularly outstanding about their offerings. The Chicken Fried Rice was decent, but it lacked that extra flavor or ingredient that would make it memorable. The Fried Chicken Wings were cooked well, but they didn't have any special seasoning or unique twist to set them apart. As for the General Tso Chicken, it was satisfactory but didn't leave a lasting impression. In summary, Kawah Chinese Restaurant is an average establishment. It's not terrible to the extent that you should avoid it, but it also doesn't offer anything exceptional that would make it a standout choice. If you find yourself in the area or stumble upon a good deal, it could be a decent option, but there are likely other Chinese restaurants in the vicinity that may provide a more remarkable dining experience. read more

John L.

12 years ago

A little tightly place.the food is not bad,but bland.nothing to brag.the chicken wing is ok,but I think it is too soft not crispy.

Glen R.

120

15 years ago

kind of in the ghetto...nothing special

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