Chen's Express Kitchen

3.4 (42)restaurant

223 East 14th Street

This speedy Manhattan Chinese takeout spot is a go-to for quick pickup orders and wallet-friendly lunch specials.

Find on Google Maps

Description

Choosing to pick up your order keeps the meal cheap, whereas prices climb on delivery apps. The kitchen turns out standard takeout fare, from pork fried rice to a General Tso's chicken that features more fried batter than actual meat. While diners often find the food filling and fresh, the experience comes with caveats: some report inconsistent food quality, including occasionally unwashed broccoli, alongside delivery service issues. If you grab the lunch special, it includes your choice of soup or a drink.


Also featured in

Ask Karpo for more information.