This place used to be good. Not anymore...old, dry teriyaki chicken. The szechuan chicken tasted like armpit, curry & chili powder. It was too disgusting to eat. The fact that it was on top of the chow mein & rice, made that inedible as well. $45 for 2 people.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Jason Kernes
Not a high-end restaurant. But, if you want a big serving of great Chinese food, thus is your place. They are still priced well, and the food is great, hot, and fast. The ladies behind the counter are friendly and quick to get you served. There are not many diners who are eating in, but the atmosphere is nice and relaxing. I go here whenever I am in the area. I recommend highly that you try this place.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Teriyaki Chicken, Kung Pao Chicken, Orange Chicken
carlos Bermudes
The food is old big portions but stale food go elsewhere fountain drinks taste horrible
Rachel Foster
I was visiting a friend in the area and wanted to grab a quick dinner. I didn't know this place was going to have an amazing selection of very fresh Chinese food! I live in Hillcrest so it would be quite a drive to come back but I definitely would and did! But, I came on a Sunday and they're closed on Sundays, lol. I'll try again because they are worth it...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rose Cooper
THEY NEED TO LISTEN TO WHAT YOU ORDER , AND SERVE YOU WHAT YOU'VE ORDERED.
We've been eating at Lucky Chinese for years now. Today was the last time we'll eat at this establishment. We spent $52 and change, ordered 1 two entree and 2 single entrees, salt/pepper wings, and fried wonton (no drinks). I understand everywhere has gotten more expensive so we are picky where we spend our money. When we got home with our food and we live about 8 minutes from this establishment so we were ready for yummy, hot, food. What we tasted was nasty food that was definitely sitting in their warmers for quite some time. Absolutely disappointed. My husband has always had great wings from there and he didn't even finish them because they were so gross. Our orange chicken was lacking all around. Texture was off, taste was gross, and not hot, barely warm. The black pepper beef should be called back pepper veggies with 2 pieces of beef. It's been a few months since we ate here and we were so excited for some tasty Chinese. 2 hours later and my husband is still complaining about $52 spent on trash. Should have went to in&out and spent less for way better fast food. Oh well, you live and learn! We won't be making this expensive mistake again.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Salt and Pepper Wings, Beef and Broccoli
John Tipton
Prices are goodFood is goodService is okayNote, speaking on behalf of El Cajon location only.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Orange Chicken with Broccoli and Chow Mein
J Q
This hole in the wall place is actually really good. I bought lunch for my team at work and you can't go wrong with some Chinese food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef with Broccoli, Teriyaki Chicken
Karsen Mills
Didn't even get to taste the food. Tried to call multiple times and got a mailbox full message, finally got a hold of someone, and they put me on hold for over 5 minutes with pots and pans banging in the background. Won't be getting my business. I was excited to try this place, too.
Service: 1
Odette Nudera
Our first time in this establishment, located on Magnolia Street, El Cajon, CA. Our car was getting an oil change so we decided we'd try this place while waiting. Very simple, interiors, actually dated, a few chairs, tables & booths, seating for possibly 25 - 35 guests. It was a sort of "buffet style" as you walk in the door & greeted by the staff behind the enclosed buffet counter, where you can view the hot food selections in the warming tables, where the a lady was dishing out your choices. The menu above the wall behind her explains the serving choices - 1 entree & sides, 2-entree & sides, etc., with corresponding prices below it. Since it was just lunch, we decided we'd share a 2-entree plate. The lady dished out a good-sized serving of our order - Mushroom Chicken & Orange Chicken with some fried rice & noodles. We excitedly sat down & started to eat. Delicious!!, we both agreed, as we compared this to a very popular Chinese fast food fare around (Panda E..). These items were very freshly made, not overly seasoned or coated w too much batter or overly sweet & sour. Surprisingly good! As we got our call that our car was ready. I was so focused on enjoying my food that I completely forgot to take photos of it. We are returning soon, & I will definitely update this review of a great new "find" in El Cajon, for delicious Chinese food! Until then, try them, they're near a Starbucks on B radley & Magnolia.
I love the food here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is one of the best fast food Chinese restaurants around. I have been going there for over 20 years. I don't live as close
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonton soup is excellent. Food portions are
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best wings in town and the Chinese food is great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best!! Prices are better than most. Very clean.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crunchy Noodles, Teriyaki Chicken, Noodles Soup
This place used to be good. Not anymore...old, dry teriyaki chicken. The szechuan chicken tasted like armpit, curry & chili powder. It was too disgusting to eat. The fact that it was on top of the chow mein & rice, made that inedible as well. $45 for 2 people.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Not a high-end restaurant. But, if you want a big serving of great Chinese food, thus is your place. They are still priced well, and the food is great, hot, and fast. The ladies behind the counter are friendly and quick to get you served. There are not many diners who are eating in, but the atmosphere is nice and relaxing. I go here whenever I am in the area. I recommend highly that you try this place.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Teriyaki Chicken, Kung Pao Chicken, Orange Chicken
The food is old big portions but stale food go elsewhere fountain drinks taste horrible
I was visiting a friend in the area and wanted to grab a quick dinner. I didn't know this place was going to have an amazing selection of very fresh Chinese food! I live in Hillcrest so it would be quite a drive to come back but I definitely would and did! But, I came on a Sunday and they're closed on Sundays, lol. I'll try again because they are worth it...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
THEY NEED TO LISTEN TO WHAT YOU ORDER , AND SERVE YOU WHAT YOU'VE ORDERED.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
We've been eating at Lucky Chinese for years now. Today was the last time we'll eat at this establishment. We spent $52 and change, ordered 1 two entree and 2 single entrees, salt/pepper wings, and fried wonton (no drinks). I understand everywhere has gotten more expensive so we are picky where we spend our money. When we got home with our food and we live about 8 minutes from this establishment so we were ready for yummy, hot, food. What we tasted was nasty food that was definitely sitting in their warmers for quite some time. Absolutely disappointed. My husband has always had great wings from there and he didn't even finish them because they were so gross. Our orange chicken was lacking all around. Texture was off, taste was gross, and not hot, barely warm. The black pepper beef should be called back pepper veggies with 2 pieces of beef. It's been a few months since we ate here and we were so excited for some tasty Chinese. 2 hours later and my husband is still complaining about $52 spent on trash. Should have went to in&out and spent less for way better fast food. Oh well, you live and learn! We won't be making this expensive mistake again.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Salt and Pepper Wings, Beef and Broccoli
Prices are goodFood is goodService is okayNote, speaking on behalf of El Cajon location only.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Orange Chicken with Broccoli and Chow Mein
This hole in the wall place is actually really good. I bought lunch for my team at work and you can't go wrong with some Chinese food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef with Broccoli, Teriyaki Chicken
Didn't even get to taste the food. Tried to call multiple times and got a mailbox full message, finally got a hold of someone, and they put me on hold for over 5 minutes with pots and pans banging in the background. Won't be getting my business. I was excited to try this place, too.
Service: 1
Our first time in this establishment, located on Magnolia Street, El Cajon, CA. Our car was getting an oil change so we decided we'd try this place while waiting. Very simple, interiors, actually dated, a few chairs, tables & booths, seating for possibly 25 - 35 guests. It was a sort of "buffet style" as you walk in the door & greeted by the staff behind the enclosed buffet counter, where you can view the hot food selections in the warming tables, where the a lady was dishing out your choices. The menu above the wall behind her explains the serving choices - 1 entree & sides, 2-entree & sides, etc., with corresponding prices below it. Since it was just lunch, we decided we'd share a 2-entree plate. The lady dished out a good-sized serving of our order - Mushroom Chicken & Orange Chicken with some fried rice & noodles. We excitedly sat down & started to eat. Delicious!!, we both agreed, as we compared this to a very popular Chinese fast food fare around (Panda E..). These items were very freshly made, not overly seasoned or coated w too much batter or overly sweet & sour. Surprisingly good! As we got our call that our car was ready. I was so focused on enjoying my food that I completely forgot to take photos of it. We are returning soon, & I will definitely update this review of a great new "find" in El Cajon, for delicious Chinese food! Until then, try them, they're near a Starbucks on B radley & Magnolia.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cashew Chicken