We all have those nights.  It’s been a heck of a day at work, we’ve still got a million things to do at home, the kids have to get to whatever sports activity is happening that night, and we haven’t even THOUGHT about dinner.  And pizza just won’t cut it.  Thank heavens for Chinese food take-out!

And if you live in Cranford, you have NO shortage of take-out places to choose from!  Here’s an assemblage of places that people ranked their favorites, even if it doesn’t represent EVERY Chinese restaurant.  Keep in mind that while most of these places have one or two tables for eat-in, their biggest business is primarily take-out.  This is NOT a list of the nicest eat-IN restaurants, (such as Avenue East or Thai Cranford).  We are talking put on your pajama pants, pick up your food, and eat it in bed right out of the containers kind of meal.  Virtually all of them offer take-out or delivery, and a few (note the ones with websites) also offer on-line ordering.

 

East Wok 

216 Centennial Avenue

(908)276-3335

http://cranfordeastwok.com/

In the heart of Centennial Village, their food is consistently good, their service is consistently friendly, and they have been known to throw in some freebies to your order. Both Szechuan and Hunan style.

 

1 Walnut 

1 Walnut Avenue (Hence the name!)

(908) 276-6638

Located right next to the Cranford train station, it’s the perfect stop on the commute home.

 

 

 

Dim Sum II 

17 Eastman St, Cranford, NJ 07016

(908) 653-0288

Right in the heart of the Cranford shopping district, this is a popular one among local residents.

 

 

Hunan Wok  

43 North Avenue East , Cranford

(908) 272-2772

Delicious, traditional Chinese menu.

 

Phoenix Chinese Restaurant 

1206 Raritan Road, Cranford

(908)709-1818

http://www.phoenixcranford.com/ 

Not far from the golf course.  Enjoy a round of golf, pick up some take-out, and call it a day!

 

Hop Hing 

667 Raritan Rd, Cranford, NJ ‎

(908) 272-8860

Not far from Commerce Park, this is an ideal spot to grab a quick, delicious, hot  lunch on your lunch break!

 

 Bento Express 

41 North Avenue East

(908)272-8098

http://www.bentoexpressnj.com/

OK, yes, you’re right . . . . .  this is JAPANESE food.  But it is being given mention here because it is a brand new business, and is offering 20% off in honor of their grand opening!  They offer Hibachi grill, noodles, and sushi.

 

And, no matter which restaurant you choose, don’t forget to read your fortune from your cookie!  There’s no better guide to life than a cellophane-wrapped sweet!