China Wok

I came here for dinner tonight. I wanted something fast with veggies, so China Wok it was. I have been here before they seem always busy. I asked for my sauce on the side today with Chicken and Broccoli steamed as I got a small order for me only. It was just enough it also came with rice and got my chopsticks. Also, you get your fortune cookies. Prices ok here like any Chinese fast food and girl at register is friendly always busy.

Quite serviceable. Not gourmet sit down fine dining, and tables are basically used by folks waiting for their orders, but excellent for what it is, a strip mall take out joint. The spice dishes are generally set for an American palate, so I could see someone who has a need for heat being disappointed. (I don't, and I don't know what happens if you ask for it spicy.) Unlike the spice, they do not hold back on the sugar, if it comes with a sweet-ish sauce, it will definitely be quite sweet - i.e. bourbon chicken, even Gen. Tso's is more sweet than hot. The shop next door is a cigar bar, so for me, it's just as well it's take out. I don't smell it inside, but the sidewalk air is sometimes tainted and on those days I'm happy to let my nose reset on the drive home. And I do drive by a couple other places to get here. I don't understand the criticism of the egg rolls in some reviews. They may not be outstanding hand rolled gems, and I feel pretty certain they are from the same supplier that services most (all?) of the similar take out places locally, but they are well executed, always fried to order hot, and really rise above with a dab of the hot mustard (not the insipid packets, but the little cups of the "good stuff" - not on menu, just ask).

I am not from Sarasota but I’ve always had amazing experiences with Chinese spots and decided to get some while visiting. The food seemed good initially but I later realized that May not be the case. I had fried chicken, fried rice, a side of doughnuts and a spring roll. The spring roll was nasty. It tasted like old cabbage and the fried breading smelled/tasted weird, as well 🤨. I initially thought that the large amount of fried food being my first meal of the day was what caused the stomach pains I’ve gotten but after some reviewing and research I realized that it was the food itself. I used the food as leftovers, twice, and each time I would gain a stomach ache. Would not recommend.

Ordered for take out so can’t speak too much on the service or atmosphere. But I’ve been looking for a Chinese restaurant with proper golden fried rice. Not the yellow cheap stuff. This has green herbs garnishing it with fresh veggies. Tender delicious meats. Not overly processed chicken mush. I will certainly be ordering here again. I’m a very picky eater and I’m happy after my dinner tonight. 😌

The best Chinese restaurant in Sarasota. I’m shocked it’s not a five star review. What I will say is it’s not the typical Americanized Chinese food but an authentic blend of food that is seriously lacking in Sarasota. I take everyone who visits here and it is one of the most consistent places I frequent. It feels welcoming and I can tell it’s family run as the son is often doing his homework when I’ve come in to pick up my order. Give this place a chance and you will not regret it. The highlight for me is not only the taste but the $9.25 lunch special that goes until 3pm. The portions are excellent and it’s just an all around awesome place to be.