12. General Tso's Chicken

Why people love it

Lightly breaded, crisp chicken in a sweet-spicy sauce that longtime regulars order every visit. Most praise is older; one diner said to skip it.

What people mention most

• best in city2
• excellent2
• repeat order1
• best ever1
• worth a return1
• rave1

Criticism

• skip it1

On the menu

Lightly breaded, crisp chicken in a sweet-spicy General Tso's sauce, a long-time Polk Street takeout staple.