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| - For those in the Chambana area, Mandarin Wok is probably one of the first names you hear when Chinese food is brought up. Well, the original owners of Mandarin Wok have moved to this spot in Mahomet, just off of exit 172 on I-74. Patrons of Mandarin Wok should be familiar with the menu, which consists of the usual Chinese take-out fare on one and the traditional Chinese dishes on the other, written only in Chinese while being the most prominent wall decor. If you're not sure what to order, ask the owner for a recommendation from this menu, you will not be disappointed. Prices are about the same as well, $6-$15 per entree.
The food itself is consistently satisfying if not slightly greasy, and comes in large servings. Sharing is definitely encouraged. One pleasant surprise is that there are enough tasty vegetarian options even for an omnivore such as myself (my fellow diners are vegetarian). Some notable dishes are Stir-fry string beans with spicy paste, Crispy Fried Tofu, and General Tso's Eggplant. For meat eaters, the Noodles with Spicy Meat Sauce is a "can't-miss". Minced pork and shiitake mushrooms in a "ma-la" sauce on top of a heap of noodles makes for a tasty, if not fiery, meal.
All in all, The Wok is what Mandarin Wok strives to be, great food and lots of it. Every time we've craved Chinese food, the extra 15-20 minute drive to get to The Wok has been a non-issue.
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