Chen's Kitchen – Chinese
Wisps of steam rise from bamboo baskets of hand-pleated dumplings, while the golden, crispy crunch of crab rangoons and spring rolls provides a savory prelude to bowls of rich, aromatic seafood soup. This neighborhood sanctuary transforms familiar favorites into a comforting tapestry of flavors, where the sizzle of pan-fried potstickers and the sweet, smoky char of chicken teriyaki create an inviting atmosphere of casual culinary warmth.
South Main Street +17249479898 https://gochenskitchen.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, whole30, paleo, plant-based, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, atkins, south-beach, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, tlc, aip, carnivore, alkaline, renal, lectin-free, slow-carb, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the reasonable pricing and fair value found at Chen's, noting that the menu offers a straightforward and satisfying dining experience. Reviewers highlight the approachable nature of the meals and the sensible
Menu
Appetizers
- Steamed Dumplings - $8.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan-Fried Dumplings - $8.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Teriyaki - $6.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Wonton - $7 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Rangoons - $5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spring Rolls - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork or Shrimp Eggroll - $1.75 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup
- Seafood Soup - $7 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot & Sour Seafood Soup - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wonton Egg Drop Soup - $7 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot & Sour Soup (Pint) - $4 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Rice or Noodle Soup (Pint) - $3.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wonton Soup (Pint) - $3 Available at: dinner, lunch
Fried Rice
- House Fried Rice (Pint) - $6.75: pork, beef, shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef or Shrimp Fried Rice (Pint) - $6.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken or Pork Fried Rice (Pint) - $6 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Fried Rice (Pint) - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Lo Mein
- House Lo Mein (Pint) - $7.75: pork, beef, shrimp Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef or Shrimp Lo Mein (Pint) - $7 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken or Pork Lo Mein (Pint) - $6.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
Mei Fun
- House Special Singapore Mei Fun - $11.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef or Shrimp Singapore Mei Fun - $10.75 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef or Shrimp Mei Fun - $9.75 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Chef's Special
- Happy Family - $14.75: shrimp, beef, chicken, and mixed vegetables in brown sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dragon & Phoenix - $14.75: General Tso’s Chicken and shrimp in sweet, spicy sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sesame Beef - $13: breaded beef tossed with special sauce and topped with roasted sesame seeds Available at: dinner, lunch
- General Tso’s Chicken - $13.75: served with steamed rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Orange Chicken - $14: deep fried boneless chicken tossed with sweetened honey sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mala Xiang Guo - $14.75: spicy stir fry hot pot - shrimp, beef, chicken, and mixed vegetables cooked in Chinese spices Available at: dinner, lunch
Family Specials
- Family Special FS-A - $54.75: Happy Family, Chicken Broccoli, Pepper Steak, Shrimp Lo Mein, Pork Fried Rice, and 4 Egg Rolls Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Family Special FS-B - $42.25: General Tso’s Chicken, Shrimp w/ Mixed Vegetables, Beef Lo Mein, Chicken Fried Rice, and 4 Egg Rolls Available at: dinner, lunch
- Family Special FS-C - $35.25: Sesame Chicken, Beef in Garlic Sauce, Chicken Lo Mein, and Shrimp Fried Rice Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Chen's Kitchen
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Chen's Kitchen is a budget-friendly Chinese restaurant rated 3.0/5, offering straightforward, reasonably priced meals and a wide variety of dietary-specific options.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Chen's Kitchen provides an inviting atmosphere of casual culinary warmth, though its 3.0/5 rating suggests a straightforward and basic environment.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Chen's Kitchen is family-friendly, offering budget-friendly pricing, approachable meals, and a specific "Family Special" menu option for shared dining.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include steamed and pan-fried dumplings, chicken teriyaki, crab rangoons, seafood soup, and house fried rice.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Chen's Kitchen is a budget-friendly ($) restaurant where guests appreciate the reasonable pricing and fair value of the menu.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not include specific hours of operation for Chen's Kitchen.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Edamame is the primary dish meeting multiple diets simultaneously, including keto (low-carb), gluten-free, vegan, and several other health-focused dietary requirements.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Guests appreciate the reasonable pricing and fair value of this budget-friendly ($) restaurant, which offers a straightforward and satisfying experience.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain the specific number of reviews for Chen's Kitchen.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include steamed and pan-fried dumplings, chicken teriyaki, crab rangoons, spring rolls, and various seafood and wonton soups.
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