Kingston Wok

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Probably the best Chinese food you'll eat in Kingston. The food is so good. What I like the best is the Chinese noodle soup very authentic. The orange beef is also really good!!! And the fried rice is authentic too. Reminds me of Chinatown style noodles and food. Now when we got a craving, instead of driving all the way down to the city we can just drive 20 minutes to Kingston. We've tried this place before take out, but I don't remember the food being this good. Probably cause this time we dined in and the food was more fresh. Definitely going back again and again. Highly recommended read more

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Mercedes C.

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Hubs loves Chinese food. Take-out or a formal sit-down restaurant and he's down for either. Since moving to The Catskills, we've dabbled in one iconic sit-down spot in downtown Kingston which turned out to be dreadful and we've also enjoyed a take-out spot not far from home. What had happened was, thanks to hubs, he found Kingston Wok located in one of the many plazas on Ulster Ave in Kingston. Despite its strip small location, inside, looks anything but. The frontal has a bar area and is decked out with large plants. Their flaming red+black dining room hits you hard with lantern lamps giving out a nice glow to the already dim area. Hubs enjoyed his dumpling soup and charred pork ribs as he requested and pork fried rice. The fried wonton strips were divine+fresh tasting and my Thai Chili crispy red snapper fillet, was more than I could chew. But it was also busy. And while the sauce on the fish had a subtle heat, it was a gloppy heap of it. What's more, I was about to reheat my leftovers and actually noticed the red dye sauce at home. It was a turn-off. We'll return- but I'll go for non-saucy menu items next time. Our server was fast on his feet though and my Lychee Martini had nice strength. read more

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Stayed at a nearby hotel and asked for good Chinese food recommendations--this place came highly recommended. The food was good. I ordered the large sesame chicken and chicken with broccoli. The sauce on both dishes was sweet and had just the right consistency--unlike many takeout spots that serve overly watery sauces. However, the rice was a letdown. It was too soft and lacked salt. Service was great and quick. I just wish they offered delivery to the hotel across the street. read more

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Peter R.

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Update: Since the new owners took over the place is not the same food is fine, but just fine, not exceptional as before.

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JN W.

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An order was placed for take out for a decant amount food. The staff were friendly however...WHERE'S THE BEEF? The photo is not even an exaggeration. There were little pieces of chicken with about a head of broccoli. All of the other dishes were similar, minimal pieces of meat and high in oil. Options must be sparse in Kingston because there were people eating in the restaurant but I don't see why it's sustainable with below average servings. The vegetable to meat ratio should be adjusted. First and last time at this location. read more

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Evgenia A.

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Well, first of all srongly recommend to level up the service, be more friendly and client oriented. I felt like i force that lady to serve us. Food was ok. Would never come back here. read more

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Maeve M.

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Very friendly staff. The crab rangoons were good, but were served with an odd sauce, something like sauce for orange chicken. The pad thai did not have much flavor and tasted very oily. read more

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Cece J.

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Very nice people, the food was very mediocre. Very cardboard box-y taste. Ambiance was decent.

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Marie B.

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So sorry they got bought out. Huge food quality drop. Used them for years. Tried again twice to be sure. No more.

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Christopher H.

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This used to be one of the elite few Chinese restaurants that had amazing food. You knew someone cared and loved the restaurant and the food it produced. This is no longer the case. I would say it is now below what I term average Chinese food and possibly even below cheap Chinese food. Unless you are desperate to spend a lot of money on subpar Chinese, I would avoid it. read more

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Laura D.

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I haven't sat in here to eat in years. I usually grab food on the run. In between my errands. The service is always great. They're quick to get your order made and out to you. I can tell you the place is always on the darker side when I pop in to grab my stuff. I guess it's good ambiance if on a date. I feel some of their spicing has been lacking since the pandemic. But they're a staple for us. read more

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Darrin C.

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What's happenned here...I ordered my usual dishes and none of them were up to par with the previous owners...tastes were totally off...I couldn't bring myself to even eat any of the 130$ order...so sad ... read more

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Powell M.

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The food is okay. Decent pad Thai. Fast service. Atmosphere is a bit drab. I would probably give this place one more try. Seemed to have several regular customers that were very happy, so maybe i ordered the wrong thing. Next time I will ask for what is most popular on the menu. read more

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Michelle S.

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If you're visiting from the city, don't overlook this gem. It's a throwback to the better Americanized Chinese food places that closed like Mee Noodle on the east side. Yes, you can have your sugary General Tso that still has a kick of actual peppercorn. It was certainly greasy but not low quality at all. The location is convenient if you're at any of the hotels by the mall, and has a cozy old school interior. I got my order for takeout and they packaged up everything well in a box. Super friendly service as well. read more

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Maria B.

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Hate to give bad review but $70 worth of food and none of it was good. Lomain Fried rice Egg rolls Shrimp in garlic sauce... Never again. read more

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Jay Y.

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Ordered chicken chow mein combo with egg roll and egg drop soup. It was wonderful and I will definitely order from them again. staff was friendly and quick read more

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John M.

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Great lunch there several times. really good food at exceptional prices. I need to get there more frequently

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RoyGBiv S.

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Went for lunch today. I figured $7.75 for a lunch special, sit down, how bad could it be??? The lunch special is now $11.75. Won't be back. The only advantage over other chinese restaurants in the area is the air conditioned dining room. Other restaurants beckon! read more

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Joseph Z.

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It's ok for take out food. But won't be particularly to go there for food. Those ladies are very nice and sweet.

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Thomas S.

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We were in a mood for Chinese foods after a long day of exploring. This place was walking distance from our hotel, so we ordered to go. We got 3 dinner combos and a lo mein entre. We were pleasantly surprised how good and plentiful the foods were. The ingredients were fresh. Foods were ready for pick up as promised. Only problem was no utensils in our package. But it was ok, we had packed our own utensils for this road trip. read more

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Erika M.

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General Tso chicken and sesame chicken were lightly breaded and had a flavorful sauce. I wouldn't recommend the dumplings, however!

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Kevin S.

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All the claims here saying that this was wonderful Chinese before the new owners took over is the truth.This place is now as sad as sad get's. Not sure but they maybe already caputz! Went from the best General Tso Chicken in the mid-Hudson valley to a dish of the same name that was pure offensive. Never ever go back! read more

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Stephanie W.

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5 years ago

I'm relocating from Santa Fe, New Mexico and just tried this place. I like what they had to offer- with a sushii bar. They package their to go food very well, and you get a lot for your money. I would defiantly go back again, and try other things. Their sushi looks very good, and fresh. My greyhound dog will probably eat half of it. read more

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Alyssa H.

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Very good, awesome little gem found on our road trip. Best - sesame chicken, it was huge portions and quality meat, if not all white huge chunks of chicken. Pork fried rice - big portion, good taste, no filler like some places do (all onions and peas). Good - egg rolls, small but good flavor decent ingredients. Meh - beef everything - had orange chicken beef and beef lo mein, beef had no flavor, would pass on it again. read more

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Amy L.

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This is my second time at Kingston Wok and they have really good sashimi! Their menu has updated, and I came back after one year the sashimi is so good! Fresh and tasty! They have a bar menu but haven't had the chance to try. Will def Come back next time!! The staff is nice and pleasant, I see employees cleaning the tables and keeping the sanitation on standards. read more

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Saoirse C.

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I moved to Dutchess 5 years ago and don't sample Ulster fare much but was in the area. I am SO glad I tried Kingston Wok! This is legit the best Chinese takeout I have had in years. The prices are much less than in my area, very reasonable imo. I got a General Tso's combo (which generously includes both soup and egg roll) and a side of dumplings, and everything was just delicious and far exceeded my expectations. Planning to hit them up again and try some different stuff tomorrow and I already can't wait. :-P read more

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Kevin M.

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I have to say this place is a jewel of a Chinese restaurant. It was unexpected but very much appreciated. The food is as close as you can get real Chinese food while still supporting the Chinese-american variant you have come to expect in the good old USA. Everything is fresh I did not detect much MsG if any was even used at all. The dumplings are a huge standout and the wontons in the soup were identical to the ones I ate while in Hong Kong or in Taiwan. This place also has sushi and it was skillfully executed. If I didn't have a fish allergy I would have eaten it myself as I was tempted. Friendly staff, super clean and a great layout. So what could I,prove.. the only thing not giving it five stars was no combo's. It would be nice to have a list of a dozen standard fair Chinese options. With that said the entrees came with rice but no egg roll and soup. Not a huge issue but something to consider Americans have gotten used to combos. I'd love to give 4.5 stars but happy to update when I go back if they top this visit. read more

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I'm so upset, they've never disappointed me before but I guess there's a first for everything. My day was going fairly badly so I decided to Doordash my favorite Chinese food place. I order CHICKEN lo main and they gave me SHRIMP! SHRIMP?!?! Luckily I'm not allergic so I can just pick the shrimp out but if I did have an allergy there would be a bigger issue. I'm so sad now Kingston wok please do better next time. And if the case was that they were just put of chicken for some reason then they could've given me extra noodle instead of shrimp because that could be an allergy issue. this breaks my heart. read more

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Jenny H.

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This place used to be so good growing up. New owners I think. Nice people but need music. Wonton soup has mini wonton. It used to buy not this small! Barely any meat. Smaller than ever. Waste of money. read more

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Jason F.

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I really appreciate the service I got at Kingston Wok. I went in there last weekend and was in a super big rush because I was going to the movies and was running late. Not only did they get us in and out in less than 30 minutes, but they were very gracious about it (despite it being a Saturday night). Plus the food was really good! Kingston Wok will be my new go-to sushi and Chinese place. read more

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Helema K.

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I hate to say this since the owners and staff are incredibly friendly and service is always wonderful. The last few times we have eaten here have been pretty sub par. We always order dumplings and there is now always that hard chunky cartilage or giant piece of fat in every dumpling. It wasn't like that before??? What's going on??? And the sauce from the entrees has also been super thick and disgustingly gooey. Very unappetizing to say the least. I miss eating here regularly when the food was delicious. I hope you all improve cuz there isn't any other place around here for decent Chinese food. Disappointed big time!!! read more

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J R.

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Excellent sushi. delicious! I enjoy the orange chicken and 'Why Not Roll" A perfect combination for a hotel overstay in Kingston, on the job. read more

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Marie L.

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Honestly the best chinese/japanese restaurant i've ever been to. Crab rangoon and tuna seaweed salad were amazing. Service was exceptional with a very well-cleaned/sanitized environment. read more

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Dj G.

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I have going to this place for around 5 years now and have never been disappointed. Every time we go here we are greeted happily and are remembered by the staff. The one dish I recommended is the one dish I always get from here. The boneless spare ribs counts as a appetizer but you get a amazing portion and will make you begging to have it once again. Out of all the places to go this is the one read more

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Ken L.

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Note: This is the same as Kingston Wok. Unassuming place but if you go at night and get the specials on the board you will be very pleased. They have regular ole typical Chinese food, which is done well, but where they really shine is with the (slightly more expensive) dinner specials. I've had some really amazing stuff here. read more

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This place is fantastic. You wouldn't think so by just walking in. But their food is great and sushi is very very good. Highly recommend!!! read more

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Katherine A.

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I absolutely love it here! Great food and service. Everyone is so nice and helpful. There hasn't been a dish that I tried that I didn't like. I highly recommend it! read more

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Anthony C.

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Used to be really good with the previous owner. Has been going steadily downhill with the new owner. Cutting corners, changing chicken items from white meat to dark and mixed, smaller portions etc. biggest gripe is when you go in to have a nice dinner there are always employees sitting at a table in the dining room, with cleaning products, filling plastic bags with noodles, doing many things that should probably be done "behind the scenes". read more

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Brittany A.

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BEST house wonton soup; very reminiscent of the old "Golden Duck" that used to be on the kingston waterfront. I make sure and grab a quart every time I'm back in the area -it is fantastic :) read more

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1353 UIster Ave
Kingston, NY 12401
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(845) 336-6979
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http://kingstonwok.co

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Hours

What time does Kingston Wok open?

Kingston Wok opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Kingston Wok close?

Kingston Wok closes at 9:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Kingston Wok closes at 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.Kingston Wok is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 11:00 AM - 9:30 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMSun Closed

Payment methods

Does Kingston Wok take Bitcoin?

No, Kingston Wok does not take Bitcoin.

Does Kingston Wok take credit cards?

Yes, Kingston Wok takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Kingston Wok have catering options?

Yes, Kingston Wok does have catering options.

Does Kingston Wok have a happy hour?

No, Kingston Wok does not have a happy hour.

Does Kingston Wok serve alcohol?

Yes, Kingston Wok serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Kingston Wok have TVs?

No, Kingston Wok does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Kingston Wok have bike parking?

Yes, Kingston Wok has bike parking.

Does Kingston Wok have outdoor seating?

No, Kingston Wok does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Kingston Wok have parking?

Yes, Kingston Wok has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Kingston Wok wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Kingston Wok is wheelchair accessible.

Does Kingston Wok have free WiFi?

No, Kingston Wok does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

We here at Kingston Wok work to bring you an authentic asian dining experience. We specialize in Chinese, Japanese, and South eastern cuisine.

History

Established in 2010.

Started in 2010 with only three employees. Since then we have scaled in size and have added variety of crowd favorite house specials to our dine in menu. At the same time we are coming up with fresh, new and exciting ones on a weekly basis.

Meet the Business Owner: Paul W.

Paul started out cooking for his family at the age of 9. He eventually took his passion to America and borrowed money to open his first restaurant. With over 25 years of experience owning multiple restaurants from large scale dine-ins in NYC to smaller scale take out restaurants in southern Illinois, Paul knows the ins and outs of the industry. He is more than ready to provide you with the best possible experience at his restaurant.

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4.0(43 reviews)

16.3 mi

I am a frequent visitor of the Kingston location and thus had to try New Paltz. Ordered the…read moreMalaysian wontons, green curry fusion soup and pad Thai. Pad Thai continues to surpass any other I've had anywhere else. Flavor explosion. The green curry fusion soup with rice noodles was also delicious, full of spicy curry flavor and delivered on taste while being less of a flavor bomb than the pad Thai. Wontons in the curry were a tad underwhelming due to lacking some seasoning in the dumpling itself, while first whiff of the sauce turned me into a salivating puppy. Overall I think this places competition is its Kingston location. The seating here is readily available, the size of the location and the decor are very welcoming. Food options are plentiful and the staff very friendly. Check it out and let me know your favorite dish!

Tasty fusion bowl with nice service and chic ambience! I plan on coming back here soon to try out…read moretheir other dishes.

Crazy's bibimbap with tofu

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Comfy: (Asian Fried Egg Bowl: Teriyaki Shrimp Add-On)

Sushi Makio

4.6(172 reviews)

0.6 mi

Incredible! We had a reservation for 7 on a Tuesday night and they seated us right on time. We…read moredevoured everything we ordered - the fish was so fresh and absolutely hit the spot. They also had great/specialty beer and sake to go with it all. Worth a stop if you're driving through/nearby!

Don't be fooled by the strip mall location - this is the best sushi in the Hudson Valley. The space…read moreis small so I'd make a reservation on busy nights. My favorite is their "Rich and Famous Roll" which magically combines snow crab salad, yellowtail, spicy mayo, and almond flakes. The specials and apps are always great as well. Sometimes they offer raw oysters. Delish!

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Agave

4.4(53 reviews)

16.2 mi

Here's a polished review that stays honest while keeping it fair and balanced:…read more Agave in New Paltz offers a modern, fusion-style take on Mexican-inspired cuisine rather than authentic Mexican food. If you're expecting traditional Mexican flavors, just know this restaurant leans more toward upscale fusion than classic Mexican dishes. The food is good, and everything we've tried has been flavorful, although the portions are on the smaller side. The prices are reasonable for the quality and presentation, and the atmosphere has more of a cozy, date-night vibe than a casual Mexican restaurant. One suggestion I'd make is to expand the salsa selection. For a restaurant centered around Mexican-inspired cuisine, offering a few house-made, original salsas would really elevate the experience and make it feel more authentic. The restaurant itself is fairly small, so it's not the best choice for large groups. Parking can also be a challenge since there's no dedicated lot--it's street parking only, so be prepared to drive around until you find a spot. Overall, Agave is a nice place if you're looking for creative fusion dishes in a relaxed setting. Just go in expecting modern Mexican-inspired cuisine rather than traditional Mexican food, and you'll likely enjoy the experience.

Honestly, very mid. The decor is cute, but the food is lacking and so was the service. There were…read morebarely any people in there so why the long wait ? And they got my order wrong too. Otherwise, nice staff. Food was sooooo underwhelming, under seasoned and dry. The drinks were the only positives bc they were delicious and strong. I would not return again.

Unique decor

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Guacamole and chips, tamale, tofu tostada, sake sangria and 'Nojito

Kai's Kitchen

4.1(67 reviews)

1.7 mi

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We got takeout for 8. Good dumplings, nice firm Edaname, sweet boneless ribs…read more The spicy dishes were properly spicy. The veggies were crisp. Lots of veggies in the meat dishes - good balance. Much better than average!

I was driving by, and I saw the sign, and so I decided to stop for lunch. I'm definitely glad I…read moredid. It appears that they do a lot of takeout, as there were only three tables inside the restaurant. It's obviously a family run place, because of one of the children was playing with their toys off in a corner of the kitchen. I decided to go for the shrimp toast, appetizer, and the lunch, special of shrimp and lobster sauce with vegetable fried rice, and wonton soup. The food came quick, and it was absolutely amazing. The shrimp toast was crunchy, and had a lot of filling in it. You could definitely taste the shrimp. There were six of them in the appetizer, which was very generous for the price. I was going to take a few home with me, but I couldn't stop eating them. I finished off the whole appetizer. I loved the shrimp in lobster sauce. At first, I was confused, because it was like an egg drop soup with shrimp in it. I thought it was going to be a Brown sauce. Then I realized, that's what lobster sauce is I was confusing lobster sauce with oyster sauce. The soup was creamy, rich, and delicious. There were "only" four shrimp in the bowl. I say "only" because those shrimp were huge! They were tender and delicious, and a very generous portion. The fried rice had a good flavor to it as well the rice was not under or overdone, and they were generous with the veggies.. I ended up taking home some of my shrimp main dish, and all of my wonton soup. The wonton soup reheated, wonderfully, the broth was delicious, and the wontons were tender. With a large amount of delicious filling. The price for everything was absolutely reasonable. I would come back in a heartbeat. Thank you!