This is one of the businesses I miss since we moved from Oak Ridge, TN to Tulsa, Oklahoma. It was a local icon. I lived a mile from this wonderful little restaurant and I would often get take out for lunch. The owners were more than just friendly. Most of their regular customers knew them and loved them. The food was always delicious and fresh. They had a limited menu, but that was fine. I always got the cashew chicken and it was marvelous! I miss that place. read more

They give you enough food for about 3 meals. I can never seem to be able to have snow peas They are always out of them & I love snow peas since my diet has restrictions & snow peas are something I m allowed to have They must do mostly carry out because the times I've been in to pick/up there are never customers eating in read more

I remember coming here all the time during off campus lunch back in high school many years ago. Good memories with friends and great food.

They are the sweetest couple and the food is amazing! Their chili oil is the best thing I've ever eaten in my life. 10000/10 must try

The best authentic cashew chicken you can get!!!!!! Best price around. And you can either get Spicy or not. But you should definitely at least try the spicy! It's read more

This is a version of what I experienced while in Asia- asian street food. In Asia, entire streets will be filled with little shops and stands like this. She only cooks one dish a day, and it is well worth it. She is only open 5 days a week for lunch. You can go inside to order, or order outside. read more

Ms Betty and her husband are the two nicest people you'll ever meet. They are gentle, caring and friendly. The food is amazing regular or spicy cashew chicken made in minutes. Made to order wontons are a must!! You can ask to add broccoli. Best hole in the wall!! Small counter space or you can order at the outside window. read more

Magic Wok - Fried wontons! I stop just for these! - Chinese Near Me - Oak Ridge, Tennessee

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Mrs. Betty has the best food around, but don't expect table side service and dinnertime ambiance, this is girly Chinese home cooking...cashew chicken, extra spicy, don't forget the eggroll. read more

I love this place so much! I have been going to Betty's for a very long time! They watched me grow up! I cannot say enough amazing things about the food and service that comes from this couple! I wish they still had the trailer but I will take it any way I can get it! What makes me sad I cannot get her sweet and sour chicken. Best I have had ever! read more

Wow!!!!! The best cashew chicken I have ever had and I love me some cashew chicken! Rice had a great flavor and was very moist. Hot sauce sitting on the counter was home made from roasted peppers and it tasted FANTASTIC!!! I normally don't like wontons fried because they are all bread and no filling. The wontons at Magic Wok are full of a great mixture of meat and spices....I had 6!!!!! They only serve Cashew Chicken...no other dishes. I recommend you get double meat for an extra $1 and extra gravy. This place is quirky funky cool as you can get! read more

Delicious, but unassuming local spot. Great service with friendly staff. Best kept secret around!

Miss Betty's Magic Wok is one of the best authentic Chinese eateries in the area. It's a place that everyone in the area know and love. It's been around for 40 years. Miss Betty has the absolute best wontons ever! We always stop to get chicken cashew (regular or spicy) and an order of wontons! This place tops the list of the best hole in the wall restaurants. read more

Magic Wok - Miss Betty's Magic Wok - Chinese Near Me - Oak Ridge, Tennessee

The only reason I can think of why this place doesn't have a lot of reviews is because this is a hidden gem that locals love and want to keep it a secret. This place and its food are an Oak Ridge institution and the couple serving the food are the sweetest people. They make a rice dish, a chicken dish and dumplings. And that's it. But I would not sleep on any of those or the hot sauce either. read more

I've driven past Mrs. Bettie's and smelled some amazing smells many times. I have never had a chance to stop by for food until tonight. I stopped in and they are sooooo freaking cute. The restaurant is small with 4 seats at the counter. So most likely going to be take out. The prices were more than reasonable. I love supporting small family run businesses, and I will be back many times. read more

This little mom & pop place is a hole in the wall that does not disappoint, food is delicious and hidden gem in Oak Ridge

Service was very quick, price was very reasonable, food was excellent, and proprietors were extremely friendly.

Hmmm. Interesting. I really don't know how to start this one, however it's a town favorite. I'm Chinese, so I kind of have found my tastes in this category. However, since coworkers told me that this is an induction to the town that I had to eat here...well why not? If you have seen a hole in the wall, this is exactly that. They're tucked in between two buildings and its easy to miss it. This place is only opened during lunch times on weekdays and that's it. So obviously, it's on a very small time frame. My thoughts on the food? Well, plain and simple...I've definitely had better Chinese food. Then again, I'm not from this area so I'm just going to list what I thought wasn't so amazing and what I thought was interesting. First, when you walk in, there's absolutely no seating. Don't even think about getting a seat. Especially during lunch time. I came in and the man asks me what do I want? Spicy chicken or regular chicken? With cashews and egg roll? And that's it. Those are your two choices. Of course, I think there are off menu stuff but I can't be sure. We get take out, and head back to the office. Upon opening my box, it doesn't look that amazing. I kind of felt like it was from a Chinese cafeteria if they ever had one. The rice was soggy, which kind of turned me off of that. The chicken that they served wasn't bad, except it was sort of soupy. Sort of like just drenched in sauce and wasn't like a stir fry type of style. I could see how this happened considering that they only have two woks and that was it. They're egg roll: greasy. My father actually produces egg roll skins and well I know what it's supposed to taste like. This, I am definitely picky on. The filling wasn't that amazing either. I've definitely had better in this category. As you can see overall, I'm not a big fan of this place and I'm very surprised that this place is just always packed. I do have to take in account of the limited dining options in the town, which makes sense. More power to them getting business, however I believe this will be my first and last time of coming here. read more

Magic Wok - Plain chicken with rice. - Chinese Near Me - Oak Ridge, Tennessee

This place was recommended from a friend. I pulled in and was pleasantly surprised by the positive energy in the place. The gentleman and Mrs Betty were joking and interacting with the customers. This place was packed. I had the cashew chicken and the egg rolls and they were phenomenal. read more

I had heard about this place for a long time. It was just as good as I heard it was. My wife loves it too. They were So nice and sweet. It was fast and so good. read more

I've dined at the Magic Woke since my early teen years. It's hard to beat Miss Betty's personality and love for cooking. Although this is a casual dining trailer experience, it's always a treat for me to visit. read more

One of the best places in Oak Ridge! Stop in or get food to go. You won't regret it and the good is terrific. The owners know everyone by name and they will remember you. read more

This place has been open for quite a while, with great food and wonderful owners, while it doesn't look like much should be a place visited often. The couple in charge of the restaurant are the sweetest people you've ever met and are so nice to talk to. You can tell they put love into everything they make and it makes their food really shine through. In my opinion for what your getting the food is under priced and it's just an absolute joy to eat. read more

The best Chinese food in the known universe. Miss Betty is the best EVER. Bruce K can eat a ****. Go here. Give them your money. You'll be so happy. You'll believe in magic. read more

Cashew chicken or sweet and sour chicken. Delicious, large quantity, and I love the owners. This place is so small and adorable, I hope they last forever. They treated my daughter extra special for being a student also. read more

This place is fantastic. A local icon, Magic Wok is the town favorite. It may not be authentic, but "Magic Betty's," as it's called, is tasty and quick. With no real menu, there is Cashew Chicken, Spicy Cashew Chicken, Sweet and Sour Chicken, Beef and Broccoli, and Vegetarian, but also wontons, egg rolls, and cream cheese wontons. If you're really hungry, get "double meat!" The Sweet and Sour is like nothing you've ever tasted as it's not that nasty red sauce, so often found, but Cashew is the favorite of many. Ordering is a bit odd. The tiny inside has about 6 stools and 3 booths, but there's a large back room you can sit at too. If you're inside, tell Betty or Jim (the owners) your order then sit until they call for you, then pay after. If you're in the back room, or to go, then order and pay at the window. The owners are the sweetest people in the world, but be careful, it gets super busy around lunch as every high school and college kid invades. Oh, cash only. read more

There are what, 4 other Chinese restaurants in town, not including Magic Wok? Magic Wok is a local owned establishment, ran by the two greatest people in Oak Ridge. They generally only have 3 menu options: Chicken Cashew, Spicy Chicken Cashew, and Sweet and Sour Chicken. The Sweet and Sour is the best. What the other reviewers havent mentioned though, is if there is something you don't like or whatever, Betty will try to make a dish for you. It's the thought that counts, and for her price, it's delicious. I always order Sweet n Sour and an eggroll, since it's just $1.00. Don't expect much, but there will be great food. read more

This place is pure magic. Bruce K. sux. I am a long time regular. Mrs. Betty is such a staple and the best in the community. I will always love and support this business. The best food in Oak Ridge. Hands down. read more

Good food at a good price. The ambiance is what makes it though. The trailer and dirt makes the atmosphere homey and the owners attempt at English makes the entertainment. read more

Magic Wok - a woman and a deer - Chinese Near Me - Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Love this place Mrs betty is so kind and great on a personal level with all her customer's she will make for you and make u feel welcome and at home you have to try the kimchi and the egg rolls are a big hit and so huge for 1.50 read more

The BEST Chinese food I've ever had. The owners are the nicest people you will ever meet and their food is to die for! They only cook a few dishes but those dishes are done right. A must try! read more

Best cashew chicken I have ever eaten!!! Ms. Betty & her husband are Such delightful people!!!

The best Chinese food I have ever ate. The Cashew chicken is fantastic. The food can be made as spicy as you like. The owners are very friendly. Cons: Menu Is limited but everything is great. The restaurant looks like a dive but appearance can be deceiving. Seating and parking is limited. Bottom Line: Try this place out, and you will not be disappointed. read more

Stayed in Oak Ridge from out of town, was underwhelmed with the local restaurants until finding this gem. Clearly a local establishment and with good reason. Betty (the owner) greeted us as if we'd been coming there for years and everybody who came through the for knew Betty and Jim on a first name basis. Good food (especially for $5) but more importantly a great experience. Really turned around a bad day. Ignore the menu and just ask Betty what the options are, if they're out of something she'll be sure to tell you it's Jim's fault. read more

One of my favorite places to go when I have cash on hand. Jim and Betty are so kind and sweet, and the service is pretty fast if the place isn't packed (it usually has quite a few people there). I love the regular cashew chicken, the egg rolls are amazing (especially for so cheap) and the wontons are absolutely delicious. Me and my boyfriends favorite place to go to, and he's picky!! read more

Awesome food for the price, and the atmosphere is as unique as they come. Jim and Betty will make sure you leave happy, full, and with the best deal in town for lunch. While they have no menu, you can ask her to make you any number of dishes with the ingredients available. If you are a spicey food fan, you can literally make your meal so spicey it will drive the rest of the patrons out of the restaurant (seen it done on more than one occaision). This place is an Oak Ridge staple, and certainly as important to the local food culture as Big Ed's. read more

This is some sort of icon in Oak Ridge. One thing I have to say is that Jim & Betty knows how to give a show. Of all the places I've been to no one can top their friendliness and the vibe Magic Wok offers. Plus the portions are good and easy on the wallet. read more

Amazing food. Even better prices. Great place to grab a quick lunch! The atmosphere is so-so but the staff is incredibly friendly. The menu has your typical Chinese food and portion sizes, even on the lunch menu are more than enough to keep you stuffed. I will definitely be visiting again and again! read more

Basically I want to second Bruce K's review as he describes it very well. However, unlike Bruce, I will probably go back. I think this is because the spicy chicken was fresh and hot and I guess I liked the give and take with the owner/cook. I walk in, she's cooking at the wok behind the counter, looks back over her shoulder and, instead of asking me what I want, she says "You want to try my cooking?" Had to smile and say "Sure!" Then, "You want spicy?" There is more seating than it looks. The trailer has about three/four tables for two and they were full at 12:30PM, but inside the building behind the trailer there is seating for about 20. In fact, I was with a group of 15. I don't know if they take reservations for the back room or not. read more

These people are so sweet and they really love what they do great food and an awesome environment!

I was so thankful to see the Magic Wok re-open. My standard order was simply "not spicy" and it still sufficed. The resulting cashew chicken was fresh, delicious, and a great value. I highly recommend this spot for anyone who happens to be in the area. read more