Cravings - Champaign

This restaurant is always bustling, and for good reason! I particularly enjoyed the complimentary chrysanthemum tea they offered during my visit, it was a nice... read more This restaurant is always bustling, and for good reason! I particularly enjoyed the complimentary chrysanthemum tea they offered during my visit, it was a nice touch! I opted for the General Tso chicken, which was served with white rice and a broccoli garnish. The dish was on the sweeter side rather than spicy, and the chicken was cooked perfectly - not too tough or mushy, just right! I also tried the egg drop soup, which was cooked to perfection - not too thick or thin, just right! The staff were friendly and patient as I perused their extensive menu. The portion sizes were generous and the prices were reasonable, especially for those on a student budget.

I've been here for about 10 years, except in the time when I met as a vegan first and during my time as a vegan, and I've always found the owner and his family... read more I've been here for about 10 years, except in the time when I met as a vegan first and during my time as a vegan, and I've always found the owner and his family superhölle. You always seem happy and appreciate your business. You are able to help you choose and are very open to customize your order for spices or for some vegetables. But I'm stuck on the fishmaala. It's just too good. A beautiful little spice mirror, very slightly broken or baked fish and green peppers, carrots and onions. All seasoned with a masala or curry like taste. I recommend it and the restaurant. It is very affordable, always has free tea and water and the serving size gives me two full meals.

I dined at this restaurant regularly throughout my 4 years at UIUC. The prices are very reasonable and the food tastes better than some of the pricier Chinese o... read more I dined at this restaurant regularly throughout my 4 years at UIUC. The prices are very reasonable and the food tastes better than some of the pricier Chinese options on campus. The portion sizes are very generous - I could often order lunch and share it with a friend or save some for dinner. The owner is incredibly polite and I never had a negative experience there. Five years after graduating, I made a trip back to Champaign specifically to eat at this restaurant and was not disappointed.

This is the best Chinese food I have ever tasted! We have ordered from here multiple times and have been extremely happy with the service and quality of the foo... read more This is the best Chinese food I have ever tasted! We have ordered from here multiple times and have been extremely happy with the service and quality of the food each time. Everything we tried was delicious and made with fresh ingredients. The portions were also very generous, leaving us with leftovers for the next day. I highly recommend this restaurant.

My favorite restaurant for lunch/dinner around campus. I love the staff, they are very friendly and helpful. If you don't know what you want, just ask them, the... read more My favorite restaurant for lunch/dinner around campus. I love the staff, they are very friendly and helpful. If you don't know what you want, just ask them, they will suggest something that you will definitely like. They also have tea and water for free. The portion is big, and I sometimes have to ask for a box, which is awesome. The price is amazing, I think is very cheap for what you get. My recommendations are garlic eggplant, crispy tofu, and Orange chicken.