Chopstick Express
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Chopstick Express — a chinese spot in Portage Park. Good service that doesn't feel rehearsed. Family-run, open late. Puppers Policetti: "The wontons were savory and juicy with a nice subtle spiciness to them that had me sweating"
Experience Breakdown
ShmooCanDo
106 reviews
“Fried rice, steamed potstickers Szechuan wontons, Hunan chicken or beef, pepper beef, egg foo young, broccoli and chicken all my favorites but i have more, it's all so good and the leftovers are just as wonderful, i always make sure I have some for later cause it's addicting”
Highlights
What Diners Are Saying
Diners loved
Some noted
Have been going to this place for over 20 years and loved it, but no longer.
Doesn’t take like your typical chinese. Fried rice doesn’t taste fried….
Very bad taste with poorly cooked rice. It smelled like raw oil. Super disappointing.
Location
3237 N Harlem Ave A, Chicago, IL 60634
What 244+ diners say about Chopstick Express
“BEST LoMein EVER!!!!!!!!”
BEST LoMein EVER!!!!!!!!! Amazing customer service, and even more amazing food! Thank you!!!
Ivy Avitia
Apr 2023
“Great food hmmmm tasty.”
Ron Sattar
Nov 2020
“Good food, good service.”
Good food, good service! Highly recommend!
Chris Belicki
Sep 2020
“Not a bad place. Paid my first visit recently. Went and put an order for takeout a little after...”
Not a bad place. Paid my first visit recently. Went and put an order for takeout a little after they opened at 1100. Was told it would be a 10-15 minute wait but it was more like a half hour, which is fine because it seemed like there were only 2 people in the back cooking including the person who took my order. The interior had 6 tables with 22 chairs. The tables and floor weren't wiped down too thoroughly. There were wares and trinkets sold by register - key chains, novelty pens, earrings, Russian nesting dolls, solar pathway lights, Sriracha, almond cookies, shoe charms, and other nicknacks. The food was quite all right. Their eggrolls were decent, the Mongolian beef and fried rice were good, albeit just slightly too salty, and the pork lo mein and wontons were excellent. They were generous with the portions they served. The beef was cooked perfectly and complimented well with the onions, mushrooms, and scallions paired with it. The wontons were savory and juicy with a nice subtle spiciness to them that had me sweating. The lo mein was my absolute favorite and exceeded my expectations - sautéed with other garnishes aside from the roast pork. I'll be stopping by again and trying out their other menu options. Cheers.
Puppers Policetti
Mar 2025
“I asked for fried chicken wings and this is what I got.”
I asked for fried chicken wings and this is what I got. Orange Chicken not good at all. egg rolls are old
Yvette Reyes
Oct 2024
“Whoever is voting this less than 5 stars is just wrong—the service is always on point, the food is...”
Whoever is voting this less than 5 stars is just wrong—the service is always on point, the food is always delicious, with generous portions, and made pretty quickly. I’ve also never had an issue when they’ve delivered. One of the last authentic-non-authentic Chinese spots on the NW side.
Alexis Gonzalez
Apr 2025
“Honestly I’m super picky about my Chinese food, but this one never does me wrong.”
Honestly I’m super picky about my Chinese food, but this one never does me wrong! And the price, can’t beat it. Let’s not forget the people who work here are the sweetest. It’s worth my little travel from Melrose Park.
Vivian Salazar
Nov 2024
“Always has fast order delivery our orders always come out right.”
Always has fast order delivery our orders always come out right. Best food in the dunning area in my opinion. Staff is very friendly and always helpful.
Sandy Fiumefreddo
Sep 2024
“I've eaten here 3 times already in the past 2 weeks.”
I've eaten here 3 times already in the past 2 weeks. So good. The Lunch special is awesome $6.25-$6.45 for a good meal. Food is good. I had the fried rice, Orange Chicken, and General tso chicken.
Anthony Rios
Jul 2024
“I have been going to Chopstick Express for 8 years.”
I have been going to Chopstick Express for 8 years. The owner is very nice as he remembers his customers who frequently dine in, carry out, and have food delivered. The food is extremely fresh and always hot even if there is a wait time. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone as you want be disappointed.
Tasharia D Gardner
Feb 2024
“Good food, fast delivery, great staff, great price.”
Good food, fast delivery, great staff, great price! I don't understand all the complaints. Glad I tried them.
Elizabeth B
Feb 2024
“delicious chinese food.”
delicious chinese food! i get take out or delivery here. their lunch specials are a great value! it comes with fried rice and a crab ragoon for about $7.75 which is much appreciated in times of inflation! my fav is mongolian beef and my kids love orange chicken which they both do very well. service is super. everything comes out fast, hot& fresh. definitely reccommend!
MyTram Swartz
Jan 2024
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