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Welcome to Chow n' Joy
Located at 626 Somerville Avenue, Chow n' Joy offers generous portions of freshly made Chinese-American dishes, including crispy wings, flavorful stir-fries, and popular combo plates. Whether you're picking up a quick lunch or grabbing a late-night bite, we’re here to serve you with fast service and great food every day.
Elevated Everyday Eats
This is where flavor hits different—crispy, saucy, bold, and unapologetically satisfying. No shortcuts, just the good stuff coming in hot. One order won't be enough.
Order From Our Website
Skip the wait and get the good stuff fast. Place your order directly through our website for quick pickup or smooth delivery. No third-party fees—just hot, fresh flavor made the way you want it.
📸 Caught on Camera
Feast with your eyes first—every shot is a preview of the bold flavors, crispy textures, and fresh-made favorites waiting for you.
Feeding a Crew? We Got You.
Planning a party, office lunch, or just a get-together that needs great food fast? Let us handle the flavor while you focus on the fun. Big portions, bold taste—just a few clicks away.
A Place for Everyone
Looking for simple, reliable Chinese takeout with vegetarian options? We serve classic favorites made fresh, no fuss—perfect for quick meals, family dinners, or anyone craving familiar, comforting flavors.
Visit Us Today! 🍽️
Swing by any day to enjoy fresh, no-frills Chinese takeout with vegetarian options. Open late every day so you can satisfy your cravings whenever they hit.
Hours:
Sunday - Thursday: 3 PM – 1 AM
Friday - Saturday: 3 PM – 2 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are your most popular dishes?
Chinese food at Chow n Joy ranges from fried appetizers to chicken plates and fried rice.
- Egg Roll: Crispy-fried egg rolls with a golden exterior, packed with seasoned pork and shredded cabbage.
- General Gaus Chicken Plate: Crispy white-meat chicken tossed in signature General Gaus sauce, served with a choice of Pork Fried Rice or White Rice and one appetizer.
- Roast Pork Fried Rice: Rice that is stir-fried and mixed with pieces of roast pork.
- Spring Roll: Thin, crispy spring rolls filled with cabbage, carrot, and vegetables.
- Scallion Pancake: A round, savory flatbread made with scallions and typically pan-fried.
See the full menu here.
What are you known for?
We are known for Beef Chow Mein, Dumpling, Chow Mein, Chop Suey, Noodle Restaurant, Chicken Fried Rice, Dim Sum, Gyoza, Boba, Egg Rolls, Garlic Noodles, Satay, Crab, Soup Dumpling, Vegetarian Food, Crab Rangoon, Spring Rolls, Teriyaki, Orange Chicken, Kung Pao Shrimp, Noodles, Sesame Chicken, Vegetable Gyoza, Egg Drop Soup, Bubble Tea, Japanese, Mongolian Beef, Calamari, Wontons, Thai Food, Dumplings, Ravioli, Smoothies, Beef Fried Rice, Asian Food, Kung Pao Chicken, Fried Shrimp, Fried Rice, Fried Noodles, Tom Yum Soup, House Special Lo Mein, Chicken Lo Mein, Curry, Wonton Soup, Soup, Pad Thai, Thai, Wonton, and Lo Mein
What meals do you serve?
We serve Dinner
Do you offer catering?
Yes! Chow n Joy offers catering for parties, office lunches, family gatherings, and other events.
Visit our catering page for more information.
What payment methods do you accept?
When you order online, we accept credit cards (Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover), Apple Pay, and Google Pay.
Services & amenities
Is there parking nearby? Yes, there is parking nearby.
Is your restaurant wheelchair accessible? Yes, our restaurant is wheelchair accessible.
Can you accommodate large groups? Yes, we can accommodate large groups.
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Spring Hill, Cambridge, Somerville, Old Cambridge, Medford, Mount Auburn, Everett, East Arlington, Spring Hill, Back Bay, Arlington, Hendersonville, Watertown Town, Malden, East Watertown, Payson Park, Longwood Station, Belmont, Union Square, and Chelsea.
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