Chen's Gourmet
Chinese, Vegan Dishes, Takeout
Vegan options
Outstanding for vegans ★ 3.8 · $$ · Restaurant · Chinese, Asian · Hours
Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating
Popular tips: "Try the Vegetarian Crispy Beef, often rated the favorite vegan dish."
Must-try: vegetarian crispy beef, general tso’s chicken, noodles
Praised for: friendly service, fast service, affordable
Chen's Gourmet delivers Chinese comfort food with a focus on vegetarian meats made in-house—vegi chicken and shrimp feature prominently. This tiny spot operates mainly as takeout with just three tables and outdoor seating, often resulting in wait times up to an hour especially during lunch. Menu highlights include the Vegetarian Crispy Beef and General Tso’s chicken (vegan), both praised for flavor and freshness, while prices remain affordable and service friendly despite the bustle.
schedule
Hours
Sunday 4-9 PM
Monday 11 AM-9 PM
Tuesday 11 AM-9 PM
Wednesday 11 AM-9 PM
Thursday 11 AM-9 PM
Friday 11 AM-9 PM
Saturday 11 AM-9 PM
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5117 MacArthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20016
Vegan Friendliness
iOutstanding for vegans
A
- VEGAN OPTIONS Many · 5–10 dishes
- MENU Clearly marked
- STAFF Knowledgeable
- PROTEIN vegi chicken, vegi shrimp, tofu + 2 more
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