General Tso's Tofu at an East Harlem Chinese Counter
Pair sesame shrimp with lo mein on East 116th Street.
🥢 A Family Run Counter
Red Star brings a familiar Chinese lineup to 112 East 116th Street, where lo mein shares the menu with sesame shrimp and sweet and sour chicken. Fresh preparation and seasoning keep the focus on neighborhood staples. Egg rolls can join the order, while tofu prepared General Tso style adds another direction for the main event.
The family run spot takes a casual approach to a meal in East Harlem, with counter service and English spoken. Cleanliness is part of the appeal here, too. Budget friendly dining suits a quick bite or an informal family meal. You can call the shop at 212 860 8883 with a menu question before heading over.
The shop opens at 11 AM on Monday through Thursday and closes at 11 PM, while Friday and Saturday run from 11 AM to midnight, with Sunday as the weekly closing day.
