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GSPilot t1_jauebzr wrote

Chinese Chef.

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ClutchGP t1_jaufrd7 wrote

This guy cashew chickens

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WheresYourTegridy t1_jauq22r wrote

I love Chinese Chef for the fact that I can sub out a YUGE helping of tofu for chicken. And man I inhale that shit it’s so good.

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Rough-Culture t1_jaukxva wrote

Yeah, thank you. Lucy’s looks like some hipsters bullshit. Hong Kong inn is like shitty all you can eat quality(and not one of the good all you can eats). You need a hole in the wall spot like Leongs in your repertoire(and I’m willing to bet it’s a close second). But the sauce, quality of chicken and serving size of Chinese Chef is on point. And for those reasons it’s gotta be #1. Bonus points on the egg roll though Hong Kong inn!

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zouspring t1_javnl5w wrote

Leongs a hole in the wall? They have wait staff and their cashew chicken is $14. I would honestly say it’s one of the least hole in the wall places one that list and even in Springfield.

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AndThenThereWere427 t1_jawbtid wrote

Just in case you didn't know, Leongs is where springfield style cashew chicken was invented. David Leong, who invented the dish, passed away last year, but his son is the owner of the restaurant. So i wouldn't really call it a hole in the wall, and I'd hope it was good, considering that all of these restaurants are making Leong's family recipe.

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jttIII t1_jauru2y wrote

Where the fk is Canton fkng Inn?!?!

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rudiger_80 t1_jawfi6o wrote

I used to think Canton Inn was the best but I haven't been there in years. I'll have to swing by next time I'm in town

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benutne t1_jauiy08 wrote

Chinese Chef has the crispiest chicken. The sauce is pretty on par with others, but a good entry.

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Hector417 OP t1_jaue0dq wrote

My wife and I decided to sit down and see who has the best Cashew Chicken in Town, these were our competitors, who do you think won?

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Jo11yR0g3r t1_jauuobm wrote

Probably chinese chef. Hong Kong is bunk and leongs honestly isn't that great, their general is way better(definitely best eggrolls in town though, hot damn) and Lucy's is super hit or miss depending on the location

Asian Hut and Yum Yum bowl are strong competitors as well if you haven't tried those

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BrotherJombert t1_jauvzew wrote

It's not the best, but when I come back, I just want that cheap ass Cashew Station.

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Shoddy_Load_8048 t1_jaugt00 wrote

I like them all just fine, but my go to is Chinese Chef. Lucy’s cashew sauce might have black tar heroine in it tho… that shit calls to me

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banjomin t1_jauj7u3 wrote

Cashew station tho

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Glittering-Bake-2589 t1_jaunkic wrote

I love Cashew Station. My wife and I had it on Wednesday. And it’s absurdly cheap

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nbsnoah t1_jayvaqb wrote

Cashew Station is 11/10. Their lemon chicken is AMAZING.

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Numerous-Mix-9775 t1_jaufu0m wrote

Hong Kong Inn is my favorite (Alton Brown agreed).

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MartonianJ t1_javveo2 wrote

Don’t understand this. My brother always wants to go there when he’s in town. I am a Shanghai Inn fan. Shanghai easily beats Hong Kong on everything but price.

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Rough-Culture t1_jaul6kz wrote

Pictures alone, it looks awful. The sauce is too thin and soupy. The rice seems to lack any veg or egg(although hard to tell). The egg roll seems perfect though.

EDIT: I’m sorry guys I didn’t realize I was being recd a random city. I thought this was just a person posting in pics.

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Scotch_Tape231 t1_jaufxkw wrote

Personally I gotta say The Riksha

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420shaken t1_jauitri wrote

Hole in the wall, but that's how you know it's good I guess.

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Longjumping-Ice-8814 t1_jaw9ksl wrote

I went recently, and there was new people working, and they had started taking credit cards. Me and my boss both thought it didn’t taste the same. Call it psychology, Call it what you will, but it was different.

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TheMuetz t1_jaxj0bg wrote

Their son took the business over. They retired.

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Jacks_Lack_of_Sleep t1_jaui7wa wrote

I haven't eaten Chinese food in Springfield in like 20 years, but Canton Inn on Sunshine.

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mdins1980 t1_jauiyup wrote

^ This. I have tried over a 20 Chinese joints in Springfield, including all the heavy hitters, and they are the best, period! They only have one Achilles heel and that is their chicken is not quite the quality you get at places like Lucy's and Leong's. But their sauce is the best IMO. I get their spicy tangy chicken at least once a week.

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greensparklyyy t1_jaum782 wrote

love canton inn cashew chicken BUT their egg rolls are just straight cabbage lol

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the_honeyman t1_jawkt39 wrote

They're not nearly as good as they used to be, unfortunately.

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itsmeclaytonlee t1_jausu1l wrote

Its technically not Springfield but I think golden dragon in ozark always deserves to be thrown in this conversation

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Rustbanana t1_jawbd9k wrote

I grew up in Ozark and I gotta say nothing in Springfield is even close to be similar to Golden Dragon. Their chicken breading is so crispy and perfect and all of their sauces taste great. I was always bummed when it would flood out every so often because of the rivers proximity.

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npcrites t1_jauzl2t wrote

Shanghai Inn is slept on

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AdrenRose t1_jay0pz0 wrote

My favorite Chinese restaurant in town for sure.

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Tangybrazilian t1_jauegla wrote

What kind of psycho doesn't get sauce on the side

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Hector417 OP t1_jauh3kl wrote

Don’t worry, my brother in Christ, we did

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Starportalskye t1_jauhzk6 wrote

My brother in Christ you’re lying though?! SoS means dry chicken to be properly sauced in the comfort of your home.

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AceTheRed_ t1_jaxlba7 wrote

Preach, brotha, preach! Once you go sos you can’t go back. Also makes reheating leftovers soooo much better.

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Condom-Ad-Don-Draper t1_jaugmy4 wrote

Leaving out a few quality options 🥲

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Hector417 OP t1_jauh2im wrote

What are we missing?

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Impressive-Cry-1563 t1_javnhw0 wrote

Peking House, Yum Yum Bowl, Happy China

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localTXmom t1_jaxak3x wrote

Yes! Yum Yum Bowl looks so sketchy but it’s one of the best

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AceTheRed_ t1_jaxlfqa wrote

My wife fucking loves Yum Yum Bowl because you can get a super tiny portion.

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Anima_EB t1_jauos4f wrote

If no Canton Inn then it's not a real contest.

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DMattox16 t1_jauijfe wrote

So which one was the best?

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tifferpok t1_jaun034 wrote

Honestly though we have so many good choices for it. My family’s favorite has been Chinese chef. But there’s a place on chestnut called New House and it is so good. The place on battlefield by Hy-Vee called golden cuisine is also delicious. Edited to add: the place in Nixa, Cashew Inn, is well worth the short trip from Springfield

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Saltpork545 t1_jauze5i wrote

Golden is the spot I hit up because it's close to home. It's not the best I've had but it's legit and decently priced. All of their combos come with a drink. I can drive just backroads and get there and they're open until 930. At 9pm, that matters.

Their spicy stuff is good and straightforward, but very 'Springfield' spicy if you get my drift.

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Diligent-Quarter5920 t1_jaw15bm wrote

I don't go savage style with the sauce. Sauce on the side and i dunk it like chicken nuggets. Stays crispy.

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AceTheRed_ t1_jaxlqws wrote

Soggy Chinese food is the worst. Sauce on the side ftw.

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shawniegore t1_jaurxjh wrote

Omg, I would give my right arm!!

(From Springfield, currently living in KC)

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drewski1030 t1_jausw95 wrote

Leongs but u gotta try China wok 🔥

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AceTheRed_ t1_jaxlnkl wrote

The Wok has mid cashew chicken, IMO, but their sesame is s-tier.

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afflktion t1_jav0o8j wrote

Canton inn and jade East yall sleepin

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Divinehatred420 t1_jaw2wtw wrote

These are all low-tier options. Yum Yum Bowl, Rice House, New House, all way better

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j7style t1_jawewy8 wrote

I know everyone has their favorite, but Chinese Chef is my go-to for non buffet Chinese food in general. I'm originally from California, and they are the closest I've found to the flavor and quality I grew up with. I also prefer general tso's chicken more, but I know that's blasphemy out here lol.

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the_honeyman t1_jawl44c wrote

I'm with you on all points. Chinese Chef is the best, and General>>Cashew.

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j7style t1_jawlhgc wrote

Hello and nice to meet you, kindred spirit of the Chinese food world!!!

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Status-Ad-9729 t1_jayrdgu wrote

I'm from Las Vegas originally. I also agree 100% with you on all points!!!

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falalablah t1_jb1xggm wrote

Check out China King if you are looking for something a little broader than usual Springfield Chinese. They have Moo Shu and Singapore noodles for example. Used to have the best pot stickers in town, but that changed a few years ago…

Also RIP Bamboo Inn. The cashew chicken GOAT, at least in my family…

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Wyraticus t1_jaxgn1o wrote

Golden Palace is goated

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TheMuetz t1_jaxiq1f wrote

Peking House needs to be on this list as well, but from the 4, I choose Leongs. Lucy’s will never be on my list because they only serve all white meat.

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erinlee1172 t1_jaxm2c8 wrote

Leon’s is the OG, and absolutely so delicious. Their egg rolls are heavenly. That said, Hong Kong Inn and Lucy’s, both on Sunshine are also delicious and fresh, in my experience.

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KawIsTheLaw t1_jaypiwq wrote

The Wok on Scenic is actually the goat.

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420shaken t1_jauj344 wrote

Lucy's is disgusting and Leong's isnt what it was 25 years ago. Out of these four, HKI is the winner here.

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Small-Fondant7011 t1_jaukcb7 wrote

China King on republic rd!

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smr686s t1_jaw3kj4 wrote

Definitely the best cashew chicken, probably best egg rolls, and definitely the best dumplings.

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reluctant_buttlicker t1_javt8vs wrote

Closed, I think

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Small-Fondant7011 t1_javtpf3 wrote

No it isn't

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reluctant_buttlicker t1_javtzaw wrote

Just checked and you are correct. That will teach me to use Google instead of listening to my wife🙂

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puck126 t1_javu17q wrote

Dey open. Got some take-out the other day. Over off W. Republic by the Price Cutter. It's my go to for crab Rangoon!

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SnootchBerries t1_jaul6wd wrote

How you going to leave out Canton Inn though?

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Mechanicallvlan t1_jav6ay4 wrote

I like Cashew Chef more than Chinese Chef (the food isn't the same). They're both good. I don't like Hong Kong Inn or Leong's. Lucy's is pretty awful.

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iced-macchiato t1_jawpjmp wrote

Cashew Chef is better. Last time I got orange chicken from Chinese Chef and it was dry on the inside and soggy on the outside somehow. I barely choked it down.

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my_monkeys_fly t1_jav9bks wrote

I want to say Leon's, simply because I imagine they have access to the original recipe. Never tried it though

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Moosey_78 t1_javc7wd wrote

Best Chinese in town is at new china in the shopping center by Walmart on Kansas expressway.

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joeybb6 t1_javnvci wrote

Not on there, but Tasia

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MeowCena23 t1_javsb68 wrote

I've got to go with the og leongs

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haiirydabz t1_javy3c1 wrote

you missed the best cashew chicken in springfield, Shanghai Inn

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synystar t1_jaw2ol6 wrote

Yan's is my favorite. They're in the mall now. They used to be on Kimbrough by MSU. They make it like I remember it when I was a boy from Leong's Tea House on east Sunshine in the 80s. Cashew Chicken has changed since the days Leong invented it, even Leong's version, and theirs tastes the best to me.

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AceTheRed_ t1_jaxlx51 wrote

You ever try Rice House? They were right next to Yan’s and much better IMO.

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dobernado t1_jaw2z69 wrote

Used to go to a place called Jade East back in the day. It had excellent cashew chicken. Is this place still around?

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Xyvir t1_jaw65in wrote

I really like creasian

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Iganaka t1_jawbw5o wrote

I dunno man, Hong Kong Inn S L A P S.

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Illustrious-Leave406 t1_jawbxwa wrote

Leong’s or Canton Inn for me. Also, 5 Spice makes a very good rendition.

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rocketboyJV t1_jawff68 wrote

I don't live in Springfield but based on looks I'd go with Chinese chef. They also have a different container from panda express.

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G0alLineFumbles t1_jawif14 wrote

Which Hong Kong Inn? The one on north Glenstone is the best in my opinion.

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mama_h55 t1_jawt5jx wrote

Hong Kong is the best! Lucy’s is a close second.

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Mr_Crnky t1_jax9cud wrote

No No no nah na

Chinese Chef in Crane. Nothing beats their cashews

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Mrmich5 t1_jayhipw wrote

You’re missing Canton Inn

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notandroid18 t1_jayk17c wrote

Hong Kong inn has the best rice hands down.

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Tristan-Silas t1_jaylt06 wrote

Leong’s for me! Just seeing this post made my mouth water. Ah to be in Springfield right now. St. Louis doesn’t have anything remotely good as Springfield style cashew chicken.

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lifepuzzler t1_jb1azzd wrote

I wish Cashew Craze was still a thing

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titostostitos t1_jauexl0 wrote

Did you have any leftovers? Willing to pick up

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GoatComprehensive606 t1_jauh30m wrote

When I’m in town I always stop by Hong Kong Inn at least once.

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budtoast t1_jauhs6z wrote

I need an answer when you have one- I haven’t tried it yet

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Saltpork545 t1_jaz4wl7 wrote

Springfieldians take pride in this stuff and everyone is going to have an opinion on it.

Good cashew chicken is pretty dope.

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sprocter77 t1_jawpryh wrote

Thai express wins all

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iced-macchiato t1_jazaltj wrote

I agree, but have several downvotes for saying the same thing earlier

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Separate_Parfait3084 t1_jauoaae wrote

Hong Kong Inn holds a special place in my heart from college. $3.18 after tax for the cashew Kitty special.

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