Okay, so today I decided to check out this place called Lucky Star in Watkins Glen, NY. I’d heard some good things about it, and honestly, I was in the mood for some decent Chinese takeout.
Getting There
First things first, I had to find the place. I just used my phone’s GPS, typed in “Lucky Star Watkins Glen NY,” and boom, there it was. The directions were pretty straightforward, no crazy turns or anything. I drove over, and it wasn’t hard to spot. It’s in a little plaza, pretty visible from the road.
Ordering
I walked in, and it was your typical, no-frills Chinese takeout joint. A few tables, a counter, and the usual menu board up above. Nothing fancy, but clean enough. I already kind of knew what I wanted – General Tso’s chicken, because, let’s be real, it’s a classic. I also grabbed an order of crab rangoon, because why not?
The lady at the counter was nice, took my order quickly. No problems there. They said it would be about 15 minutes, which seemed pretty standard.
Waiting and First Impressions
- While I waited, I just kind of looked around. Like I said, nothing special, but it seemed busy enough, which is usually a good sign. People were coming in and out, picking up their orders.
- I noticed they had some lunch specials posted, which looked like pretty good deals. I’ll have to remember that for next time.
The Food
My order came up pretty fast, right around that 15-minute mark. I paid, grabbed my food, and headed back home to dig in.
The General Tso’s was pretty good! Nice and crispy, the sauce had a good flavor, not too sweet, not too spicy. Just right, you know? The crab rangoon were solid too – crispy, creamy filling, the usual deal. I devoured that pretty quick.
Overall Thoughts
Honestly, Lucky Star is exactly what I expected – a good, reliable spot for Chinese takeout. It’s not going to blow your mind with some gourmet experience, but it hits the spot when you’re craving that classic American-Chinese food. I’ll definitely go back. It’s a solid choice if you’re in the Watkins Glen area and looking for a quick, tasty, and affordable meal.
