Chef Ho's (243 Atwells Ave)

Chef Ho’s provides classic, no frills, affordable Chinese-American food. Most of their business is now takeout and delivery, though there are still a handful of tables to dine in.

The table for four people right in the front window next to the entrance is a perfect spot to dine in, especially on Saturdays in the summer when Atwells Ave is closed for “Al Fresco dining” and lots of people are walking around (it’s a prime time for people-watching).

I was told that the food is so affordable because the owner purchased the building that the restaurant is in long ago and isn’t pressured to raise prices to pay increasing rents to a landlord.

The owner is very kind and is even willing to honor “secret” menu items that are in their computer system, but not on their posted or printed menus. For example, they have a “Dinner for Four” for just under $75 including tax, which is a pretty good deal, especially since it’s a huge amount of food (see photo).

The owner also has a small hidden parking lot on Falls Place that she allows clients who dine in to use. The parking lot is primarily used by their delivery drivers and staff. The lot can be accessed by Messenger St. It could also be accessed from Atwells, but the small Falls Place alleyway is sometimes blocked by cars. After you park, you just walk across Atwells to the restaurant.

Chef Ho’s is a classic spot. Although the average Google star rating (currently ~3.9) might give you pause, if you go with the expectation that you’ll have a good meal at a good value and not the type of extravagant experience you might have at newer restaurants that have opened nearby, you’ll be satisfied.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

The food here is delicious and the prices are great

Food: 5

Service: 5

Here is where I get the food from. Chicken and rice are the best.

Great food and amazing customer service, definitely recommend it to any Chinese food lover.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food is always hot, fresh, large portions, and full of amazing flavors!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chef Ho's restaurant serves an authentic Chinese dish the way his customers want. My vegetable fried rice was not greasy, not salt just the way I like it. Although piece of onion was found between my fried rice its not a deal breaker... Onion is not for me. The meals are fresh and taste, and the price is reasonable. Hot and Sour and vegetable soup is my go-to because they are so filling.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

They are and always will be EXTREMELY HEALTHY & AWESOME

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This was the WORST Chinese food I’ve ever eaten! AWFUL! From the appetizers, dumplings (thick, soggy bad), ribs (tough and tasteless), sticky wings (rubber), egg drop soup (white and liquidy) and main meal, curry chicken (rubber)! DO NOT waste your money on their horrible food! There are wayyy too many great restaurants on Atwells Avenue to go here!
I threw away everything!

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

The food is excellent..I always order take out or get it delivered... the prices are very good and you get a lot of food, they always give you enough food so you can eat twice... I definitely recommend trying it..

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

The girl o spoke to was very rude and arrogant!!!

Everything we ordered was disgusting ! Besides the boneless spareribs . I would not recommend this establishment. The crab Rangoon wasn’t what I expected. Definitely a 0/10

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 5

10/10. Was craving some good Chinese & glad i found this spot. Everything was fresh & delicious. I haven't had Chinese this good since I was a child. I normally order from Chinatown but this place tops that x10. Will definitely order again.

Food: 5

Recommended dishes: Pu Pu Platter for 2, General Tao's Chicken, Crab Rangoon, Chicken Fried Rice, Boneless Spare Ribs, Egg Roll

Love chef ho’s! More of a takeout place, but the food quality is always excellent and the owners are wonderful too. The lo mein, beef teriyaki, and general tso’s chicken are my favorites. Definitely recommend ordering right from their website for the best price.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pu Pu Platter for 2, General Tao's Chicken, Crab Rangoon

Best Chinese takeout hands down. Portions are good, quality is great, none of the food is dry. Also, the woman who is always working the register is super kind

Food: 5

Recommended dishes: General Tao's Chicken, Crab Rangoon, Boneless Spare Ribs, Pork Fried Rice

Excellent food and they deliver! So excited to try more of their menu including their great lunch specials! They do require cash but that is a great opportunity to avoid paying convenience, fees, credit card fees, and additional fees that some restaurants add on to the final bill. Great customer service also!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5