Hunan Empress - Chesterfield

Came at 3:30 and the only thing they would offer is the $19 plate had to pass

I’ve dreaded the day my favorite Chinese restaurant of 34 years changed owners or closed. While the cashew chicken was very good and the potstickers are still handmade (not frozen), the food is not the same. The fried potstickers, for which I would drive all the way from O’Fallon, MO to buy, are now deep fried and crispy all over. No longer soft on top and pan fried on the bottom. The meat is now a dark brown and does not taste the same. The sauce that goes with them has also changed. The portions are much smaller and the price is much higher. The tables are now difficult to sit at because of the ornate designed that hangs down above your lap. The time it took for our food to come out was way too long. Our waitress was very nice, but the service was slow. Ultimately, they should have changed the name rather than leading us to believe it is still the same place. Very sad to see these changes.

I have been there twice. I am going back ASAP. FOOD WAS GREAT. The waiter was super helpful. I also got two to- go orders. Everything was in the bag's. They are doing a small expansion in the dining room. It will be small and intimate, beautiful. Best shrimp, I have ever seen in Chinese restaurant in St.Louis. Table service was quick, but not too quick. Loved the place.Vegetarian options: Vegetables very fresh. The tofu was perfect. Vegetarian potstickers ? ? ? SO MANY CHOICESParking: Well lit. Handicapped spaces. plenty of roomy spacesKid-friendliness: Welcome, great menu booths are roomy. Service is fast.Wheelchair accessibility: Easy in and out. Large entrance. Table and booths. Clean bathrooms .FROM THE CAR TO THE DOOR. Not far to entrance.

Currently under renovation (March 31, 2024) but went anyway. The dining room wasn’t staffed when I arrived despite door being open. Once they realized I was there, received very friendly service. Food is excellent. Mongolian beef really should be enjoyed with white rice as listed on menu as it has a lovely sauce.

Was referred here, and have ended up ordering the past 3 days while at work! VERY good Sweet and Sour Soup, egg rolls, and not to mention their 10 ingredient Fried Rice is AMAZING!! Very personable delivery staff, and it's nice you can pay by card directly with the driver. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed!