Cheng's Garden – Chinese
Cheng’s Garden serves as a vibrant neighborhood sanctuary where the enticing scent of sizzling woks and golden-fried treasures immediately sparks the appetite. The kitchen is known for its communal Pu Pu platters overflowing with crispy crab rangoon and tender, glazed spare ribs, offering a nostalgic warmth that lingers in every hand-pleated dumpling and perfectly bronzed egg roll.
3708, Merle Hay Road, 50310 +15152762188 https://www.chengsgardendesmoines.com/0Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, gerd, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Cheng's Garden
Dairy-Free at Cheng's Garden
Cheng's Garden in Des Moines has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Fried Biscuits (10) and Fried Dumplings (8). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Cheng's Garden
Cheng's Garden in Des Moines has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Baby Shrimps (15), Egg Drop Soup and Seafood Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Cheng's Garden
Cheng's Garden in Des Moines has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Bean Curd with Vegetable Soup and Fried Biscuits (10). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Cheng's Garden
Cheng's Garden in Des Moines has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Boneless Spare Ribs and Chicken Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Cheng's Garden
Cheng's Garden in Des Moines has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Baby Shrimps (15) and Golden Chicken Fingers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Cheng's Garden
Cheng's Garden in Des Moines has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Cheng's Garden
Cheng's Garden in Des Moines has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Fried Biscuits (10) and Fried Dumplings (8). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Cheng's Garden
Cheng's Garden in Des Moines has 5 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Bean Curd with Vegetable Soup and Fried Biscuits (10). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Cheng's Garden
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pu Pu Platter (for 2) | 40 g | 101.4 g |
| Chicken Wings | 1.4 g | 57.1 g |
| Golden Chicken Fingers | 9.8 g | 51.2 g |
| Chicken Rice Soup | 73.2 g | 46.5 g |
| Shrimp Toast | 32.6 g | 32.2 g |
| Fried Baby Shrimps (15) | 19.4 g | 23.6 g |
| Boneless Spare Ribs | 0 g | 23.2 g |
| Hot & Sour Soup | 15.3 g | 19.1 g |
| Beef Teriyaki (4) | 7.6 g | 15.1 g |
| Chicken Noodle Soup | 44.3 g | 11.6 g |
| Egg Roll | 42.1 g | 7.4 g |
| Chicken Teriyaki (4) | 0.6 g | 7.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Wednesday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:15 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday - Monday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Egg Roll - $3.25: Crispy fried roll filled with vegetables and served with a sweet chili sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Egg Roll - $3.25: Crispy fried roll filled with shrimp. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Rangoon (6) - $8.45: Crispy wontons filled with crab and cream cheese, served with a sweet chili sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Wonton (8) - $8.45: Crispy fried wontons with a delicate filling. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Dumplings (8) - $9.45: Tender dumplings filled with a delicate balance of flavors, steamed to perfection. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Dumplings (8) - $9.45: Crispy fried pastry filled with flavors. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boneless Spare Ribs - $10.45: Tender pork ribs, slow-cooked to fall-apart perfection. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pu Pu Platter (for 2) - $15.45: Assortment of bite-sized appetizers, including a variety of flavors and textures. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Golden Chicken Fingers - $7.75 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $8.75: Crispy fried chicken wings. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Teriyaki (4) - $8.75: Grilled chicken glazed with a sweet teriyaki sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Baby Shrimps (15) - $8.75: Crispy fried baby shrimp, lightly seasoned. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Teriyaki (4) - $8.75: Tender beef strips grilled to perfection in a sweet teriyaki sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Biscuits (10) - $7.45 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Toast - $5.75 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup
- Wonton Soup - $4.75: Tender wontons, served in a light broth. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Egg Drop Soup - $4.75: Delicate egg strands in a light, flavorful chicken broth. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Rice Soup - $4.75: Tender chicken and flavorful rice in a comforting broth. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Noodle Soup - $4.75: Tender chicken and soft noodles in a comforting broth. Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot & Sour Soup - $4.95: Spicy and tangy flavors in a rich broth. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean Curd with Vegetable Soup - $9.95: Silky bean curd and mixed vegetables in a clear broth. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics
- Seafood Soup - $11.95: Rich broth filled with a variety of seafood. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Special Soup - $11.95 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries - $5.45: Crispy, golden fries. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheng's Garden
- Is Cheng's Garden dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Cheng's Garden has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Fried Biscuits (10) and Fried Dumplings (8).
- What can I eat at Cheng's Garden on a dairy-free diet?
- French Fries, Fried Biscuits (10) and Fried Dumplings (8) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Cheng's Garden have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including French Fries and Fried Biscuits (10).
- Is Cheng's Garden gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Cheng's Garden?
- Pu Pu Platter (for 2), at roughly 101.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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