Chen's Gourmet in Washington: photos, reviews, menu

About

Chen's Gourmet in Northwest Washington is a casual and cozy spot perfect for enjoying a solo meal. Known for its quick service and popularity among students, the restaurant offers a delightful range of Chinese and Thai dishes. With a menu that includes beef, chicken, dumplings, and seafood, there's something for everyone, including vegetarian and healthy options. Ideal for lunch or dinner, the eatery provides various dining options, from dine-in to takeaway and delivery. Sweeten the experience with a selection of desserts and small plates, all at an affordable price.

Price

$$$$ 10 - 20 $

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

Chinese, Thai, Seafood

Services

Delivery, Takeaway, Outdoor seating, Dine-in

Dietary options

Vegetarian options, Healthy options

Offering

Serving desserts, Small plates

4.2

based on 74 reviews

Google

4.2/5 74 reviews

Sean Sturts

Food: 3
Atmosphere: 3

The staff is very friendly, however... The food is quite bland. The seafood soup tasted like boiled water. There was no stock flavor of any type. The dumplings tasted store bought. The entree's were edible but everyone commented that they were bland.

Al Tupek

Food: 3
Service: 5

If you like carrots and celery, this is your place. Crispy beef came with too much sauce and was 2/3 celery and carrots. So much sauce, beef was no longer crispy. Sauce too sweet.

Juan Guido

Food: 5
Atmosphere: 5

If you’re in a hurry, this might not be the spot for you—wait times can range from 30 minutes to even an hour. That’s because, impressively, the owner is running almost the entire operation by himself. He takes orders, cooks, and probably even cleans up. Judging by how late he stays (I heard he clocks out around 2am), it’s clear he’s doing it all with dedication. As a contractor always on the move, this place hits the spot—affordable, flavorful, and filling. Being Hispanic, I found the Chinese food here to be really good. In fact, during my visits, most of the customers I saw were Hispanic too. Everyone complains about the wait, but when the chef finally comes out with your food, the mood shifts—people go from frustrated to laughing and joking. That says something about both the flavor and the energy this place gives off. Yes, there are things that could be improved, but you can feel the passion behind this business. The owner is a genuinely kind person, and despite the chaos, he takes care of every customer. For me, this is the only place I’d grab food if I’m in the area—cheap, tasty, and run by someone who truly cares. 05/23/2025 I called at 11:30am got there at 12:30pm and my order wasn’t ready. The owner said he wasn’t take phone orders until i got their.

What is the address of Chen's Gourmet?
Chen's Gourmet is located at 5117 MacArthur Blvd NW, 20016, Washington, Northwest Washington, USA.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop MacArthur Bl NW & Edmunds Pl NW (122 m walk)
- Bus stop MacArthur Bl NW & Cathedral Av NW (718 m walk)
- Bus stop MacArthur Bl NW & V St NW (926 m walk)
How is Chen's Gourmet rated by visitors?
Chen's Gourmet has an average rating of 4.2 based on 74 reviews across platforms such as Google.
What dishes and beverages are served?
The restaurant offers a selection of dishes such as beef, chicken, dumplings, meat, rice, seafood, along with a variety of drinks.
What is the average price for a meal at Chen's Gourmet?
The average price for a meal is 10 - 20 $ (it is cheap - $).

Chen's Gourmet in Washington