Spicy Tang Champaign-Urbana

Delicious authentic Chinese food. Don't come here expecting Americanized Chinese food or anyone to hold your hand if you don't know authentic Chinese cuisine or how to order. The owners of this place don't speak a lot of English and this restaurant seems to be catered towards Chinese students or those who know what they're ordering. If you want to try this place out but you're not very savvy to Chinese cuisine I recommend bringing someone who is with you. The owners are super nice down to earth and the food is delicious and hearty. I'm a cold winter day this is all I crave. I recommend the S4 soup. There is a raw bar that you can add whatever meat and vegetables or noodles you want into your soup.

If you want Chinese comfort food this is the place to go. A full bar full of seafood and meets as well as very unique Chinese delicacies. You can put as much as you want in a bowl in the end you take it to the cashier they weigh it and cook it into a soup for you. If you're not into or don't know what traditional Chinese food is and consider Panda Express Chinese food this is completely not the same thing. You will be disappointed if you come here expecting general tso's chicken. The owners and management doesn't seem to speak a lot of English and this place does not cater to those who are not familiar with traditional Chinese food. If you're interested in expanding or exploring authentic Chinese cuisine bring someone with you who knows it a little bit to help you with what the order. A lot of people are leaving this place bad reviews simply because no one's holding their hand and they come here expecting walnut shrimp or something like that. I find the food here very comforting and I'm so glad to have discovered such a place so that I can taste my childhood again. Highly recommended for those who want authentic Chinese food. The owners and management are super nice and friendly. They may come off as unhelpful but that's because they don't speak English very well and should not reflect poorly on the restaurant. The prices are a little on the high side but if you enjoy hot pot but don't want the hassle or spend the time to eat hot pot. This place is like a hot pot ready to go. They have other cheaper items on the menu including appetizers and traditional Chinese beverages.