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Large portions of classic Chinese standards fuel this local mainstay with a simple setting.
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Address: 2443 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Phone: (202) 217-1816
Website: https://www.citylightsofchina.com/
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Reviews
Joanna Williams-Cromer
I recently ordered the General Tao’s Crispy Tofu and the Singapore Style Rice Noodles . They were both absolutely delicious. I ordered carry out with delivery. I will definitely be back for more!
… moreConor Terry
So this is a takeout only shop and I ordered via the touchscreen they have out front. The food came out pretty quick and was better than standard takeout fare but the portion was tiny compared to the price (even with the lunch special).
As well I had to ask for someone three times at the order window to get my food which I could see just sitting on the counter. It isn’t the worst choice for a “Chinese” fix but you could do better as well.
… moreAs well I had to ask for someone three times at the order window to get my food which I could see just sitting on the counter. It isn’t the worst choice for a “Chinese” fix but you could do better as well.
Kat Danaher
I’m a vegetarian, so I can’t speak to the meat, but the last few dishes i’ve had here have been DELISH. Mapo tofu, moo shu tofu, ginger snow peas, lo mein, dan dan noods. Good stuff
… moreBrittany Crawford
I am reluctantly disappointed in the food. Based on the rating and its location, I thought the food would be bomb. It was not.
I should have known it wouldn’t be that great because I ordered it 17 min before it arrived I ordered a spring roll, wonton soup, and general Tsos chicken. They arrived in marked containers making me feel as though they precooked the food and then sent it out..
The roll was burnt and the insides unrecognizable. The soup was delicious, I’ll give them that. Great flavor and texture, the wonton was done well.
The chicken y’all…..I almost cried. It was dry as hell and had no sauce. Now, the sauce was not sweet or spicy, it had a more savory feel to it and was not the flavor I’m used to having eaten this dish for 20 years. I think some people would like it but they should rename it. Ginger soy chicken or something. Way too overpriced for the level of quality and freshness.
… moreI should have known it wouldn’t be that great because I ordered it 17 min before it arrived I ordered a spring roll, wonton soup, and general Tsos chicken. They arrived in marked containers making me feel as though they precooked the food and then sent it out..
The roll was burnt and the insides unrecognizable. The soup was delicious, I’ll give them that. Great flavor and texture, the wonton was done well.
The chicken y’all…..I almost cried. It was dry as hell and had no sauce. Now, the sauce was not sweet or spicy, it had a more savory feel to it and was not the flavor I’m used to having eaten this dish for 20 years. I think some people would like it but they should rename it. Ginger soy chicken or something. Way too overpriced for the level of quality and freshness.
Ana Fowler
Love the lunch box options , really lovely staff as well 🙂 thank you!!
… moreCameron Hickman
Loved this place when it was in Dupont, and it is as good as I remember. Bargain lunch special available all day. BUT!!!! it needs to be open later, at least on weekends—prime late night drunk people food hours are 11pm-2am. While I was eating, three people asked me where I got my food, and I wished I could have directed them here, but it had already closed.
… moreMichael Vandeford
Order this meal while visiting DC from delivery service, so can’t speak of the atmosphere or customer service. However, the food was well portioned and had wonderful flavor. The food was labeled and presented well. Pork dumplings and Chicken Chow Main.
… moreJessica O
So I am staying in the area and was starving. I was craving fried rice and discovered this place on UberEats. I chose the chicken, beef, and shrimp, fried rice extra spicy to have delivered. I must say this did not disappoint at all. The rice tasted like God himself made it. It was delicious and just the level of spicy I love. I have been telling everyone I know about how delicious it was.
… moreAnnabelle Locke
I ordered a chicken and broccoli dish for takeout on New Year’s Eve, and although it had an unusual taste, I didn’t think much of it at the time. Unfortunately, within hours, I became extremely ill, vomiting for hours, which completely ruined my New Year’s plans. I ended up feeling awful for the next 48 hours. I’m deeply disappointed by this experience and will not be returning.
… moreLanika M
I ordered General Tso and it was General No… The general tso chicken had a very weird taste, super salty/savory. It was nasty. My fried rice had no egg, despite the description stating otherwise. And the chicken wings lol we ordered 5 but it came in 5 separate part wings so it was 2.5 wings for $7. The white rice was stale. The food was pre labeled so I feel like it was pre made.
Just chose another place. Not worth the headache or money wasted
… moreJust chose another place. Not worth the headache or money wasted