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My culinary tour of upstate New York continues—and today’s craving was unmistakably Chinese. After a quick search, I stumbled upon Chopstick in Catskill, NY. Pro tip: if you’re looking for it, don’t trust your GPS alone—just look for the towering 10-foot chopsticks out front. Blink and you’ll miss the building, but you won’t forget the food.
This charming little red restaurant may look unassuming from the outside, but inside? It’s dishing out serious flavor with a side of small-town hospitality.
I phoned in my order and was immediately greeted by a kind, courteous voice. They not only took my order, but repeated it back with the kind of accuracy that would make a court stenographer proud. A small gesture, but a big win when you’re particular about your dumplings (and trust me—I am).
Let’s talk food.
Pan-Fried Vegetable Dumplings:
These were pan-fried to golden perfection. Each dumpling was generously packed with veggie filling, but the dough was a tad thick—nothing a good dunk in their perfectly balanced dumpling sauce couldn’t fix. Salty but not overpowering. A dumpling win.
Sesame Chicken:
Yes. Just… yes. Giant, tender chunks of actual chicken breast (not mystery meat), perfectly crisped and coated in a glossy, sweet sesame glaze. It comes with rice and enough leftovers for a midnight snack or a friend—if you’re feeling generous. I wasn’t.
Kung Pao Chicken:
A savory, satisfying mix of veggies and protein with just the right amount of heat. Flavorful, spicy, and honestly one of the better versions I’ve had—city or small town.
Chicken Fried Rice:
A mountain of rice generously peppered with chicken. It had good flavor but leaned slightly dry. That said, I’ve had worse at places with white tablecloths and inflated prices, so I’m not mad about it.
All in all, Chopstick is a solid 4-star gem in the Catskill food scene. Friendly service, great value, and food that hits the spot when the craving for Chinese cuisine kicks in. I’ll be back—and next time, I might just bring friends. Or not. Depends on how I feel about sharing.
Verdict:
Come for the giant chopsticks. Stay for the sesame chicken. And don’t forget the dumpling sauce.
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