I told my guy it was HIS turn to plan a "food night". We both have been craving Chinese for a few days.
We also needed to do our laundry, there's our dinner spot had to be in the area of our laundry mat.
Prerequisites:
He looked for...
Read MoreI told my guy it was HIS turn to plan a "food night". We both have been craving Chinese for a few days.
We also needed to do our laundry, there's our dinner spot had to be in the area of our laundry mat.
Prerequisites:
He looked for a menu, and the golden rule: if you look at Google pictures and there are NO Chinese people posting pictures, it's NOT legit food.
A to Z Grocery and Chinese Food reminded me of the family owned establishments I'd visit when abroad. You could go to a restaurant, but the real deal would be in the back of a corner "everything" shop.
What to expect: A small hole in the wall place with everything you need, even a slot machine in the back. The place had a steady stream of people coming in to get whatever they needed from cigarettes to chips and baking soda. They even make "American Food" hamburgers, fries, etc.
This was straight up in the middle of nowhere, and looked kinda busted from outside. Okaaaay, I'm down 100%!
We walked in to two white folding tables in the center of a small "everything" market. I knew I was in the right place.
I asked the young man at the checkout counter, "are you still serving food?" It was 15 minutes before closing.
Yes!
I ordered the sweet & sour chicken and Crab Rangoons. (Safe rarely disappointing meal.)
2 minutes later I hear the fryer in the back being slayed over. Noice! Cooked to order.
I asked if they had any rooster sauce for sale - my mission to find some after they factory stopped making it over a year ago is real.
#facts
The young man didn't know what rooster sauce was, but his family member came out with a BIG jar and knew what I was referring to. Those who know, KNOW!
HIM:"They don't sell this anymore"
ME: "I know!"
None for sale, but they gave me a to-go cup full. Awe, how nice! Perfect for my corn beef hash Filipino style I planned to make for my Friday meal.
The food came out SUPER hot!
FYI this is "American" Chinese food, not the food you'd find in mainland China. I don't think my guy would eat that TBH. Unless it's duck.
We got exactly what we were looking for: Hot, fresh, family owned, everything market food.
They were closing a few minutes after we were served (9pm). The young man said we can eat, he "wouldn't mind staying after closing". I loved that. Left him a tip just for that.
This will be our regular laundry night in Cornelia food spot. The drive to it is off the road - which is something we gravitate toward. Adventure time!
I highly recommend A to Z Grocery and Chinese Food if you want quick & fresh American Style Chinese food.
REASONS TO VISIT:
1.Reasonable prices
2. Great service
3. Family owned
4. Full menu
5. Decent flavors
6. Legit Chinese corner everything store ambiance
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