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“We've also had their veggie fried rice (no cabbage), broccoli in garlic sauce (light sauce) and scallion pancakes.” in 2 reviews
“I've had my fair share of chinese takeout places but this one is definitely my favorite.” in 3 reviews
“The Singapore mei fun is PHENOMENAL.” in 2 reviews
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About the Business
Established in 1990. First Choice has been a staple in Washington Heights since 1990. We've been in business for over 20 years now and we aim to please!
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- Feb 3, 2020
I can't resist ordering from this place when visiting the boyfriend. We've ordered the same thing so many times, I'm sure they know it's us. Absolutely obsessed with their Sesame Tofu (extra crispy) which comes with a little bit of broccoli and a side of white rice. We've also had their veggie fried rice (no cabbage), broccoli in garlic sauce (light sauce) and scallion pancakes. Definitely give them a try! Oh, and they're always early!
Only complaint I would have is that they don't always honor their free soda that their menu advertises when you meet the minimum but who needs the sugar!!Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - ClaraM D.New York, NY01Apr 20, 2024
This place use to be excellent but I bought food from the place recently and it was absolutely disgusting I spent $30 + dollars and it was a complete waste of money never again!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Sonia D.New York, NY0171Nov 1, 2022
Bought lunch from them yesterday- AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME!!! Had the chicken wings in General Tso sauce! Will be buying from them again.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Alexander A.New York, NY2623829Aug 12, 2021
Ok , darn it , I'm so disappointed because I know their workers try their best but their recipes had change , their flavors is like a mix of salty latin food and full of msg Chinese, I'm not even going to give a detail of this horrible experience, I know we are still in the pandemic but really this food was not what #1chinese use to be ! I'm not new to the block , I being here for over 10 years but wow so bad we just have to eat the shrimp and the wings because we were very hungry . But they still were so tasteless . The owner needs to do something!
Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Ingrid D.San Francisco, CA3145May 2, 2021
Zero start I order the most simple food chicken wing and totones. I ask for the chicken to be crispy didn't get it ... totones loook and taste 3 day old and the portion was ridiculously... wow $775 I got garbage. Never again it was my first time here's and definitely my last
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0 - José A.North Miami Beach, FL0166Feb 6, 2022
Used to buy food from this place when I was younger. Visiting from out of state and war disappointed in the quality of the food.
Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Ophelia A.New York, NY778292Feb 21, 2019
First choice was actually second choice because the other Chinese place was closed.
We ordered off of seamless, order came quickly and correct.
The only think was their French fries were not as amazing as what was expected. They were very thin.
Everything else was delicious though.
Broccoli was cooked well, sauce was good and rice perfect.
I was very happy. Though they could have added more hot sauce in the bag.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0 - Miyad M.New York, NY593169Jan 28, 2022
Great price for the quality. If you're expecting amazing Chinese, this is not your place. But overall, the dishes are satisfying and portions are great for the price.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Lauren D.Manhattan, New York, NY0217Nov 17, 2021
Exactly what it looks like- good prices for yummy takeout Chinese food.
It's a little of a hole-in-the-wall, but the woman who runs the joint KNOWS what she's doing.
Order fast and order simply (I almost never get extra broccoli- I need a little veg!!), but this is my go-to neighborhood spot when I'm craving takeout.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Tyler S.Concord, NH77218Jun 23, 2021
Incredible, exactly what you're looking for, hole in the wall Chinese takeout, at a price that us hard to find on Manhattan.
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