The only Chinese delivery locations in Columbia
In some culinary circles, a city is considered only as good as its Chinese delivery options. Luckily for you, Columbia has great options that will save you a trip (but not calories).
Express China – This downtown location delivers within an eight mile radius, which includes Five Points and the Rosewood/Shandon neighborhoods. Known for their fresh ingredients and modern takes on classic Chinese dishes, this place - and their egg foo young and fried dumplings - are a must try.
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Delivery estimate: 45-60 minutes
Delivery minimum: $10-$15.
Delivery cost: $2.95-$3.95
Contact: 2025 Harden St. (803) 779-2280, www.expresschinasc.com
Jin Jin Chinese Restaurant – Via 256-TOGO (a delivery service for downtown Columbia restaurants who don’t offer delivery), you can wrap your chopsticks around West Columbia’s highly rated Chinese restaurant. The restaurant is also known for their quick turnaround for takeout.
Hours: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. (available at 11 a.m.)
Delivery estimate: 35 minutes
Delivery minimum: none
Delivery cost: $2.99
Contact: 469 Sunset Blvd. West Columbia (803) 739-8888, www.256togo.com/food/jin-jin-chinese-restaurant/12800
Tea Pot – Possibly the most recognizable Chinese delivery restaurant in Columbia, Tea Pot not only has a 10 mile delivery radius, but its Cayce location helps it reach more than just those living in downtown Columbia. They also boast authentic Chinese and affordable prices. Sounds tasty.
Hours: 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m.
Delivery estimate: 30 minutes
Delivery minimum: $12
Delivery cost: $2.50
Contact: 829 Knox Abbott Dr. Cayce (803) 796-5888, www.teapotcayce.com
Don’t see your favorite Chinese restaurant on the (short) list? That’s probably because they don’t deliver. But in the spirit of sharing more of Columbia’s best Chinese food with you, these take out restaurants are well worth the trek.
Eggroll Chen – Ask just about anyone in Columbia where to get the best Chinese in town and Eggroll Chen would get the most votes. Besides the food (and portions) receiving rave reviews, they have a drive-thru pickup window. Genius!
715 Croson Rd. Columbia (803) 787-6820, www.eggrollchen.com
Eggroll Station – You can’t have a name like “Eggroll Station” and not have amazing egg rolls. Lucky for this location, they absolutely do. Open since the early 90’s, the Station has earned a reputation for large portions and fair prices. Note: they only accept cash.
135 Sunset Blvd. West Columbia (803) 791-4060, www.allmenus.com/sc/west-columbia/54599-the-egg-roll-station/menu/
Main Moon – Located in the Publix shopping center on Rosewood, this restaurant has to be one of the most popular and accessible Chinese spots in town. Their lunch and dinner portions are large enough for two meals, the prices are comparable to other locations and the wait time is always minimal.
2800 Rosewood Dr. D, Columbia (803) 251-8990, www.allmenus.com/sc/columbia/56502-main-moon/menu/
This story was originally published December 14, 2017 at 3:00 PM with the headline "The only Chinese delivery locations in Columbia."