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    Chinatown Express

    4.3 (155 reviews)
    InexpensiveChinese
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    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.

    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!

    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..

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

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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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    4.3
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    2.4 mi
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    Came here after a long day of walking along hollywood and i am so happy we did. I wasnt too sure of…read morewhat to expect, but the interior was so beautifully done with a mix of a subway/ speakeasy vibe and perfect lighting for any occasion. It was a but busy when we got there but luckily we got seared pretty shortly after arrival. We originally wanted to sit at the bar, but opted for a table for less wait time. When first looking at the menu we were shocked by the prices. I knew immediately i wanted to get the hui tou potstikers with pork and noodles. We ended up adding on the hongkong style wontons too. To my suprise the wontons arrived in a delicious and warm broth, keeping them perfectly moist and plump. The broth was so delicious even on a hot day, tasting faintly of sesame and scallion. Despite both dishes being pork they were so different and equally amazing in flavor. The pan fried potstikers which were CRISPED TO PERFECTION especially reminded me of black bean shortribs that you get from dimsum, fatty but hearty and had me wanting more and more each bite. The minced pork noodles were to no suprise, so good. Noodles tasted fresh, the sauce was umami with mushrooms and pork. While im not the biggest fan of mushrooms, i still ate it up. I feel it would be so good with some picked cabbage too to complement the saltiness. Most notable thing... THAT CHILI OIL. We probably used almost half the jar left at the table. It wasnt spicy at all, but it had this flavor that i genuinely have never tasted before. The texture of the chilli and sesame and the nutty flavor had me in awe. Enough to take two jars home... i would do it again. Servers were so quick, made sure everything we needed was at the table. Regardless of the crowd we were met with promptness and generosity. This that wonton place your girl tells you not to worry about forreal. Will be coming back despite the long drive from home.

    Some call it comfort food, others might call it fine dining on a budget. That evening we went-- it…read morewas simply an amazing dinner. Anything you can eat you any night you don't have to cook is usually a great night out. This evening was no exception. Our waitress was kind and accommodating. Positive energy, drinks filled and smile that felt genuine. The ambiance of the restaurant was bar like, but with adequate seating for dining in. Everything was prepared wonderfully and had tremendous flavor. I recommend trying their Hui Tou, stuffed with pork or beef, pork and leek pancakes, they also have vegetarian options. Their pork shumai was delicious, xiao long bao's soup dumplings were flavorful. Delicious. I definitely need a second trip here to try their soups and more of their variety of dumplings.

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    Woon

    Woon

    4.2
    (605 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    Woon is one of those spots that just hits differently - homestyle Chinese food with such a good…read morevibe to match. The pork belly bao is an absolute must-order. The braised pork belly was so incredibly soft and melt-in-your-mouth, and paired with the pickled carrots and cucumbers tucked into that steamed bao bun - so juicy. We also got the scallion pancakes which were crispy, chewy, and came with a soy ginger dipping sauce. The wood ear mushroom and bean curd stick salad was a nice lighter contrast to the heavier dishes too. We tried the beef noodles as well. The noodles were a bit on the tougher side, which is kind of expected with this style, but the flavors were solid overall. But do NOT sleep on dessert. I had to order the deep fried bao bun with ice cream scoop inside and it was delicious. Absolutely worth saving room for if you're looking to end your meal off with a sweet treat! Parking is easy with plenty of street parking nearby. Love that there's both indoor and outdoor seating - the patio outside is perfect for bigger groups at night, and the inside has its own aesthetic vibe that's equally great. Great service, good vibes, and delicious food. I'll be coming back!

    Woon in Pasadena and Joy in HLP are like those 2 siblings with the same mom but different dad…read more Upon entering you'll get a déjà vu, have we been here before? No, that was Joy on York. Ordering style is the same, the layout is exactly the same, menu slightly reminiscent of the other. Pork belly over rice was good, noodle portion was small for the price. My biggest gripe was there was no A/C in the middle of July, and so many flies in the dining area. Who can enjoy a meal like this? Ended up boxing it up to eat at home. I think I'll stick to Joy in HLP. Your Homegirl, Violy

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    Sichuan Impression

    4.0
    (946 reviews)
    8.4 mi
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    Locally sourced ingredients
    6 years in business

    The service was good. You'll just have to flag them if you need something. They were all helpful…read moreand nice. Food wise - everything we ordered was great. The cumin lamb was flavorful and spicy. The Mao Cai was spicy, full of meat and the broth was tasty. The boiled fish was my second favorite - spicy and fish was not overcooked. The fried intestines were really great! The shrimp fried rice is ok. I wanted either a whole fish or a whole crab but they ran out - on a Saturday night. They have a good Asian beer selection. $35 for corkage. $6 valet parking with validation. Free for 1 hour only with validation. It's a very casual place. Clean.

    My kiddo is a big fan of sichuan food especially fish fillet in chilli sauce so we came here for…read morelunch out of her recommendation as this is her favorite Chinese restaurant in town. The reception wasn't warm as the girl was on the phone and she just waved at us to get in. Food was scrumptious. Their basa fish fillet in chilli sauce had to be the best I've tasted. The fish was tender, sauce yummy, veggies fresh! It was excellently prepared. Husband and Wife beef and tripe slices was another outstanding dish. It was so good I had to order more rice to eat with it therefore happily broke my diet again. Steamd eggplant with pickled condiment on top tended to be on the salty side, it was soft and tasty. I loved it! Service was lukewarm at best. The girl performed her service in a convincingly nonchalant way. But at least I got lemon infused water refilled twice. :) Well decorated with Chinese cultural elements. Very spacious, clean and peaceful ambience. We had a lovely time and will return.

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