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    Lucky Express

    3.2 (57 reviews)
    InexpensiveChinese
    Open 10:30 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    LUCKY EXPRESS ATMOSPHERE

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

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    BEST Salt and Pepper Prawns , had to write and review because the staff was very welcoming!!!  the food was amazing and delicious.
    Corey P.

    Best salt and pepper prawns in the town the lady was very sweet and generous. A must try !!!!!

    Jamyrah S.

    If i could give this place zero stars i would.... They are extremely rude and barely give you food and sometimes the food is cold and old I'm assuming because they are expensive for the small amount of food and they don't want to give you soy sauce or sweet and sour sauce i would not recommend going there if you like Chinese food Try Jade palace or Tasty Szechuan

    Chuy D.

    The food is good... but the lady that served me was pretty weak.. she really was rushing me and got mad you understood B instead of C.. I reminded her it was a C and she just put 5 little pcs of salt and pepper chicken on my plate... I was kinda but hurt about it.. but the food is really good.. the location is ok if you from the hood you won't mind... but if you not..

    I purchased a big container of salt and pepper chicken they literally gave me one soy sauce , one sweet and sour and one hot mustard and made me pay 1 dollar additional per sauce .. won't be coming here again . We spend our money and they are stingy with the sauce . Wish I could be aye them negative 5

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    AJ B.

    Best Chinese food in the area! My dad and I have been coming here for years. It's really one of the few places I will eat Chinese in the east. The ladies in there as so kind and welcoming, they always remember you even if it's been a long time and throw in something extra because they appreciate you or maybe I'm just a favorite lol! Some of the best prices for the quantity of food. They have up to a main with three sides, that's rice and/or chow neon and 3 different sides! I always get half rice half noodles, salt and pepper chicken it's the best, and another type of chicken or dry fried ribs. All delicious! They also have great appetizers like the pot stickers and egg rolls. My dad loves the wonton soup, and they even have amazing honey walnut prawns. They make the food fresh so sometimes there is a wait for the food to be cooked but I never mind it at all! There is no seating inside but don't let that deter you from trying this place. It's the true Gem of foothill square IYKYK! There's no pictures of the food because I couldn't wait to eat, that's how good this place is. Definitely recommend.

    Stale food from yesterday.

    Stay away from this place. $18.59. The cherry of this bad review they only give you one sweet and sour pack and a fork. https://ring.com/share/98baff83-5ddb-4f00-936b-42534e76e8ca Watch why I throw this garbage live to the dogs

    Combination Wonton Soup
    Karla T.

    I call the servers my Asian aunties that combo wonton soup changed my lil life and their salt n pepper chicken is bomb

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    21 days ago

    Food was fresh and not too salty. Fair price and good! Service was quick and to the point.

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    I haven't been here in person - I usually just door dash and the food is always so so good.

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    Go to takeout spot for Chinese food! Great service and generous portions! Highly recommend!

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    Amazing Chinese take-out. They give you large portions. The shrimp is my go to dish here.

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    Monday and Wednesday they have bomb won ton soup . They have delicious mango smoothies too

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    My friends and I decided to order delivery from Shan Dong, which is one of my favorite places in…read moreOakland Chinatown. This time, we ordered a few dishes to try - the classic sesame paste noodles, Shan Dong chicken, the fried rice with shrimp, and the hot spicy eggplant. Since we did order delivery on a busy Saturday night, it took a little over an hour for our food to arrive. The food was expertly packed and we were given plenty of utensils and napkins. The sesame paste noodles are one of my favorite dishes here, there's a balance of sweet and salty offered in the creamy sesame paste sauce that's so addicting. I've always been a big fan of the hand-pulled noodles which are thick, bouncy and chewy. The Shan Dong chicken is deep fried and coated in a delicious sauce. It is more of the sweeter side if you're looking for something that's spicy. I appreciate that we were given large pieces as well! The fried rice with shrimp is amazing - I love the crunch of the green onion, the softness of the fried egg, and the texture of the rice and veggies which weren't soggy and still held a nice bite. Last but not least, the hot spicy eggplant was a great choice because it's usually the trickier dish to cook as eggplant can turn really soft and mushy. I was delighted that with the way it was prepared, the large eggplant pieces still held a tender texture that did not fall apart. I also enjoyed the sauce that was paired with the eggplant, which is oyster-sauce based and added a pleasant sweetness as well. I'm always looking forward to my next visit and I love supporting Shan Dong!

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