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    Chinatown Express

    4.3 (154 reviews)
    InexpensiveChinese
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Combo B: half and half (fried rice and chow mein), Kung Pao Chicken, Orange Chicken.
    Nicholas C.

    Back to basics. I love how Chinatown Express offers a simple combo meal for an affordable price. The food was taste too. Def a go to spot for something quick and easy.

    Sarah S.

    Many times have I gone by Chinatown Express and underestimated. This is truly a case of - don't judge a book by its cover. Chinatown Express is a hole-in-the-wall type of spot on Western with great takeout and delivery options. I've now had delivery from here twice and been pleased with everything I've had. Walnut Shrimp ($15.50) - This was a generous portion covered in their creamy, milky honey mayo based sauce. I think it needed a bit more sweetness to it, but was a good walnut shrimp dish. Honey Shrimp ($15) - I was curious if this would be different than the Walnut Shrimp so had to test it. It's not, loilz! The same gooey goodness without the walnuts for 2 quarters less. Again, liked but didn't love it. Cream cheese wontons (6 for $5) - Awesome deal, so packed full of flavor for wontons, they were almost more like rangoons. Nice crispness and really tasty sweet and sour sauce to dip the crisp bits in. Kung Pao Chicken - Not deep fried and packed full of veggies, great dish to balance things a bit. It was not spicy at all if that's a concern for you, though slightly sad for me. They did include a packet of hot sauce though, so it all turned out okay. Orange Chicken - Back to deep fried American Chinese eats goodness! I loved it, great flavor with more actual orange fruit tang to it than just sweet sugar. I found that refreshing and enjoyed the difference in flavor and textures in the dish. Cans of pop are $1.50 which didn't strike me as egregious. Overall, been super happy with Chinatown Express as my new cheap eats Chinese delivery spot! I've become a regular.

    Catering party tray (small) of chow mein. Freshly made within 15min and enough for 20+ people.
    Jonathan H.

    Amazing, authentic Chinese food at an affordable price. I have been looking for good, affordable party trays to bring to holiday parties this season and Chinatown Express has been the answer to all my prayers. On the outside, they seem like your average hot food bar style Chinese lunchbox joint but this is an absolute powerhouse of an establishment providing delicious, authentic Chinese food at a great price. I have ordered party trays several times in the past month and they never miss. I call in a day in advance (sometimes the day of) and they are able to whip up my order within minutes! They don't have a catering menu so you will have to call in for prices but they have small and large trays. The small trays are a lot more food than you think and range from $25-40 dollars depending on the dish. They do party trays for just about everything they have there: orange chicken, chow mein, potstickers, etc. I have gotten so many compliments on these party trays and have had the food myself. It is always delicious and piping hot. The orange chicken stayed crispy after several hours and the dumplings are always a favorite. The woman who runs the cashier and answers the phones deserves an award. I've heard her speak at least 3 different languages and think this place truly highlights the beauty and diversity of LA. Parking can be challenging in this small lot but you can park in the 7/11 spots.

    Mikala M.

    Pretty good Chinese food! I loveeee Chinese food and this hit the spot! Sad they didn't have fountain drinks BUT they came in clutch with the Arizonas. Workers are very nice!! Area is a little ghetto but overall felt safe eating in:)

    Combo B
    Emily Z.

    Amazing prices and portions! Tasty! I ordered off of ubereats so I can't comment on the service but it was prepared very quickly! Even over ubereats they packed the food in! I got combo B with fried rice, potato chicken, and babreque pork. I also got the salt and pepper chicken wings (delicious) and the cream cheese rangoons (also delicious) highly recommend!

    4 pc fried chicken $4.50ish 9/2021
    Kat T.

    Chinatown Express has gotten pricer (yes everywhere has). They cheated me out on the beef broccoli. I had to tell the lady can I get some beef with that beef broccoli. I didn't order just veggies. So she put two pieces. This place has gotten stingy. The only good part is the teriyaki chicken. The egg rolls suck now. Parking sucks. Employee lady was OK cause she looked at me crazy for asking for more meat for my beef broccoli which it didn't have. Just tiny pieces. Would I go back. I'm ok thanks.

    2 item combo orange and spicy chicken
    Zack G.

    This place has some of the best value you can get for a fast food Chinese experience and it's way better than a chain like Panda Express. The portions are super super generous and you get both chow mein noodles and fried rice. A 2 item combo is only $10.60 with cash or like $11.40 with a card. Very tasty and if you're on a budget one order is way more than 2 meals.

    house chowmein

    they packed it and it was delicious. i ordered the house chowmein and it had shrimp bbq pork beef and chicken, it was BOMB. it was so heavy it broke my fork lmao..

    a take out box of food with chopsticks
    Andrea O.

    Ordered delivery because I was in the mood for some Chinese food and this place had good reviews. Prices are decent Food is tasty BUT I found a hair (it was short and straight- I have curly hair) in my chicken so I couldn't even finish my meal I got so grossed out. I was going to give this place 5 stars until I pulled the hair out of my mouth If the cooks/workers aren't wearing hair coverage they definitely SHOULD!

    Orange chicken, salt and pepper wings, half and half (lo mein & fried rice)

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    3 years ago

    Owners were very kind, food was hot and fresh but the meat was a little tough. Cute little place next to Hollywood Blvd

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    Solid food for the price, and GREAT customer service! Was greeted with a smile, and enthusiasm that one could remember for days!

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    Great price huge portions and nice staff. The food is always fresh and it's a quick in and out. Give them your money!

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    Not every Chinatown express is the same y'all. The sweetest people and the best chow mein ever.

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