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China Dragon — straightforward chinese in Pilsen. Leaves you full without breaking the bank. "It was perfectly spicy and a generous amount of vegetables" — Rachel A
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111 reviews
“I give this restaurant 5 stars because the experience and food was exactly what I was looking for when I sought it out, and I even got a bit of a bonus (the egg rolls)”
I only did take out, I really enjoyed the flavor of it but the quality/cut of the meat turned me off.
This used to be my go-to Chinese takeout, but now it’s under new management.
We order from this place regularly because it's near my home. The food is ok.
1737 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608
“One of the best Chinese food restaurant in the south west area of Chicago, this is just a gem I the...”
One of the best Chinese food restaurant in the south west area of Chicago, this is just a gem I the heart of pilsen, and service is super fast U won't wait more than 15 minutes to get your food ready!! Prices are very affordable and food.. I leave that to you!! You must try it!!
Néstor Pólux
Apr 2024
“When I'm in the area I enjoy stopping by China Dragon for a quick bite to eat.”
When I'm in the area I enjoy stopping by China Dragon for a quick bite to eat. I ordered fried rice with sesame chicken and soup. Everything came out in a reasonable amount of time and was hot & fresh. The sauce in my sesame chicken entree was especially tasty with the rice. My server was very nice and attentive and even the restrooms were clean. I'm sure I'll be back when nearby.
Dario Chavez
Nov 2019
“We came by on a hot afternoon for coconut smoothies.”
We came by on a hot afternoon for coconut smoothies. They were creamy and delicious. Will have to come back for the Chinese food, the menu looked good.
Derreck M
May 2019
“Very fast service and delicious food.”
Very fast service and delicious food. Wasn't too heavy or oily and loved the portion sizes.
Courtney Guc
May 2017
“Best Chinese food I've had outside of Chinatown.”
Best Chinese food I've had outside of Chinatown. Beautiful interior, friendly staff huge portions served piping hot. 10/10 will return
Edward Cabral
Feb 2017
“Pretty good place for Chinese food.”
Pretty good place for Chinese food! We got takeout on a Friday night and didn’t have to wait long. The orange tofu was flavorful and the portions were quite sizable for the money. The crab rangoon and Szechuan chicken were great too! We didn’t like the vegetable egg rolls though, they had a strange peanut flavor and didn’t taste very fresh.
Pallavi Aggarwal
Aug 2023
“Ordered for takeout and had a great meal.”
Ordered for takeout and had a great meal! The orange chicken seemed to have fresh squeezed orange on top which was pretty refreshing and the the shrimp fried rice was also really good. I loved the egg rolls but was not a fan of the crab rangoon honestly. Overall a solid takeout option.
Gurleen Kaur
May 2023
“I have ordered from China Dragon on several occasions but last night was my LAST time ordering.”
I have ordered from China Dragon on several occasions but last night was my LAST time ordering. I called my order in and picked it up on Friday, June 2, 2023, at 8:38 PM. I’m writing this review to WARN anyone who is getting ready to order from this establishment: DON'T! I ordered Jumbo Shrimp Fried Rice and added vegetables as they NEVER put vegetables in their Shrimp Fried Rice. I was charged for extra veggies which is fine, HOWEVER, the implication that there is a $3 charge for "extra vegetables" is misleading because there are no vegetables in this dish to begin with. Next, they are pretty closed fist about giving you extra soy sauce. They rudely tell you that there's soy sauce in the bag. And when you ask for extra, they only give you one. But here is the straw that broke the camel's back. I get home and begin eating my food. I take one bite, open my soy sauce and pour it over my food, stir, and then go in for another bite only to find RAT DROPPINGS IN MY FOOD!!!!! It was COOKED IN MY FOOD! I know what food looks like as I am a cook. I know what bits and scrapings from deglazing a pan look like. I know what burnt seasoning looks AND smells like. And THIS wasn't THAT! I put it into the plastic bag my food came in, and I literally smeared it and smelled to be sure. It smelled like FECES!!!!!! I was utterly disgusted! I immediately closed the lid to my food and placed it back in the bag it came in. I called and notified China Dragon that there was rat feces in my food. The woman on the phone asked me for a picture and she said she would talk to the cook. She then tries to tell me that it's soy sauce and that it gets stuck to the pan. I politely told her that that was not soy sauce. It wasn't rice nor was it vegetables. It was rat droppings! She gave me the refund and sent a picture of the voided transaction. One thing I know about Chinese establishments, they are NOT refunding you any money! So for her to willingly refund me, she KNEW they had rats! I will say this again, do NOT eat from this establishment. I have provided photos of my food, the rat dropping, and the receipt below. First thing Monday morning I am reporting them to the Department Of Public Heath!
Coach Yvonne Jackson
Jun 2023
“Definitely not giving these people a 5 star rating I called for my order at 9:45 PM & i picked up...”
Definitely not giving these people a 5 star rating I called for my order at 9:45 PM & i picked up my order at 10:pm soon as I got there the lady told me to call earlier since they was closing soon i said ok but when i got home & start feeding my children my son bit into tha chicken & said it was still bloody I dont care if you were closing soon MAKE SURE THE FOOD IS DONE ESPECIALLY CHICKEN THAT CAUSES SALMONELLA ILL NEVER BUY FOOD FROM THEM AGAIN
Larissa's Beautiful Life
Dec 2019
“This restaurant is takeout only!”
This restaurant is takeout only!! It's my go-to local Chinese place. I haven't had anything bad and the staff is really nice.
Dave Hofer
Jan 2026
“Very nice staff and I always love their food, their egg rolls are my favorite.”
Elvira Ramirez Puentes
Nov 2025
“Jumbo shrimp fried rice orange chicken and szchezan chicken Excellent taste.”
Jumbo shrimp fried rice orange chicken and szchezan chicken Excellent taste. My First visit!!!
Nana Nana
Oct 2025
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