Manchu Food Store & Chinese Kitchen

Second year ordering Manchu for our KdV tailgate. I know I can’t top the deets in my initial review but I have to say I am amazed at how fast they kick out wings. I called at 11:30 and ordered two HUNDRED wings!
The lady on the phone inquired as to when I would like to pick up?
I said, «how soon can I?»
She said, «whenever you want.»
I timidly said, «30 minutes?»
«You’re #20.»
Boom. 200 wings in 30 minutes for a 100 bucks. While this math is mind blowing and defies the laws of physics, in my opinion… I just say, «see ya in 30.»
I would suggest picking up just a little earlier makes all the difference. No line. No socks being sold though one man did ask me for some change. Easy parking and off with my 200 juicy little wings, no sauce necessary. Again, don’t forget your Sterno to keep them warm. The lack of a single wing at the end of our tailgate is definitely an indicator that 200 was the right number and we’ll definitely be getting Manchu next year. Till then!

Whenever you’re in New Orleans you have to get Manchu chicken wings and oysters. It is yummy!!! My only down fall is they don’t have a seating area.

The fried chicken fell off the bone, it was so good! The location is a lil sketchy however its worth it! The chicken wings are full wings. So tender and juicy! Not sure why its in the grocery category… I guess it’s a convenient store with really good fried chicken! Take out. Reasonably priced ~$ 12 for 20 wings french fries and fried rice!

Everything I had here was excellent! Chicken seasoned to perfection and the wait wasn’t long at all! I loved the eggrolls too! I was a little skeptical, but as far as fried chicken goes they have the best fried chicken in the city! Don’t let the little building keep you away I promise you if you go inside it will be well worth it! I recommend getting the 25 wings at least. For 12 dollars, you can’t beat that price!

Don’t be discouraged by the name, or by the surroundings. Being in the heart of treme you understand the reality. You won’t find and wings and fish anywhere better. and at a cheap cost… addicted, you will be…

Ok, it’s truly a raw experience… Those who look for Dives… This is it” Let’s call it your FRY DIVE HEAVEN … Getting there They’re going to try to sell you CD, marijuana socks. Praline pies… Push through the wings & catfish are waiting to embrace you. Enjoy

I really cannot get enough of Manchu’s fried chicken wings. They are seriously the best fried chicken wings I’ve ever eaten. When you decide to venture to try some of the best fried chicken wings, you should be prepared for your journey. First, you should know they do not take credit cards — cash only! Second, be ready to enter a rougher neighborhood environment; but FEAR NOT because everyone is looking to get some of the best fried chicken you can find. Third, know what you want to order so you don’t waste your time or hold up the line (I posted a photo of the menu here, check it out!). Enjoy your fried chicken wings and be sure not to let them get cold or soggy because that would be quite the waste! They do not take phone orders, but you can order a 100 piece tray and receive it in under ten minutes. Furthermore, You should also know that when they say 10 chicken wing pieces that means you could receive six wing tips and four drumettes. Also, I’ve heard the chinese food is great, but the only reason I’m driving from Jefferson Parish into Esplanade and South Claiborne is for those fried chicken wings.

Love love love, since a little girl. The 8 piece chicken wing plate with shrimp fried rice. But nah lately it been ordering shrimp on bun sandwich! It was pretty good today and quick although they’re always busy! They always seem to get it right and out quickly!!! I love them always and forever! No place like Manchu… The purple store!

I’m not huge on fried chicken wings, but these were nicely coated on the outside and juicy on the inside. Nothing to complain about here. The po’boy made up for quantity what it lacked in quality. That thing was HUGE. Hubs got the oyster/​shrimp combo and the shrimp was spilling out. The most glaring fault in the po’boy was that the bread was stale. It’s nice that they didn’t overdo the mayo, but I think hubs would have preferred otherwise.
The neighborhood was definitely putting my companions on edge, but with so many ppl, I doubt you had anything to worry about. If I was by myself, I’d stick to coming here during the day.

I’ve never had anything but their chicken wings. Best fried chicken wings in the city.
What else can you expect from a giant purple building in the hood. You can be in and out sometimes in less than a minute depending on how busy they are. I’ve had them hand me an order of 100 wings in less than 5 minutes… each piping hot and fresh.
The credit card reader is sometimes not working BUT they do generally take cards.
Its always my go to hangover cure. 25 wings for about 12 bucks!
The parking situation however is worthy of a benny hill style time lapse. Don’t even try to park in their lot. Just park on the street or under the bridge and walk in.

I visited Manchus food store twice while in New Orleans this week. First I will say that yes it is a dirty corner store. But the food is delicious! I loved that the chicken, fish, shrimp and oysters where hot and very fresh! I also liked the fried rice. I definitely would go again whenever I’m in NOLA.

Ordered the 8 PC chicken wings with fries and my friend got the same with shrimp fried rice. Food was sooooo good. The chicken was fried to perfection with a nice crunch when you bit into it. A good, slightly spicy seasoning on the chicken. Man Chu is in the hood but it’s worth the trip. The inside of the place is hot and slightly crowded but again it’s so worth it for the great food.

Why are these wings so delicious!!! A friend told us that word on the street is that they marinate the wings with leftover cooled seafood boil. If that is the truth, other ppl need to try that trick bc it makes for some awesome chicken!

Normally not a big fan of this place, first because I think it’s super dirty, secondly I just have never liked the taste of their food.
BUT TODAY!!! This was an awesome visit. Had to get some wings for my boys party this evening. As I drove up a guy tried to sell me a brake tag, a copy of 5 different movies that are still in theaters and a pair of socks. Before I pulled the handle of the door, a guy try to sell me some pralines. After I got the food, a sat there and people watched for about 10 minutes. This was definitely dinner and a movie!

If you like chicken wings that are delicious, perfectly seasoned, crispy on be outside but soooooo juicy and fall off the bone good then come here!
It’s in the ghetto. It’s not pretty at all. It makes hole in the wall joints look glassy. BUT it beats any chicken wing or wing stop anytime.
This place is a small grocery store with barely any standing room or parking as it’s completely busy and packed. The food was crazy hot and very quickly delivered.
The fried rice is the standard side of fried rice. I’m sure if you got an order of fried rice it would be more flavorful.
Pass on the egg rolls. It’s the standard Chinese egg rolls with the thick wonton paper and not the awesome Vietnamese light and crispy egg roll.
Would absolutely make a stop here every time I come into town. Don’t pass it up!

First let me say I didn’t feel like the surroundings or ordering scenario are as big of a deterrent as some people seem to think. calm down white people, you’ll be fine.
Normally, breaded wings aren’t my favorite, so I was super skeptical but they were as good as people say. Crispy, not too heavily battered, the meat is crazy tender.
They are super fast to fulfill you order so you won’t starve waiting in line!
Like another reviewer said, I would skip the mayo lettuce salad thing and get double side.
Fried rice is just ok, the fries are standard fries but better than the rice.
We brought our visiting friend here. We ate so many great places in nola during his visit and he loved this place.

This place makes you question if «C» stands for «Chicken» or «Crack.» So delicious and addicting!
5 stars for their tasty chicken and cute Asian boy working the fryer

Ok, let me break this down for you. You don’t come here to dine, you come here to
Get the best chicken wings you will have in your entire life. End of story. *drop the mike*
Hehe
But seriously y’all, it’s the purple building and every local knows that Manchu has the best chicken wings ever! I remember the first time I tried Manchu was at work when my boss suggested I try some and I wondered what the big deal was. Well, I tried one and bam, I got it, they were amazing!
I’ve been spoiled and have never had to get the Manchu chicken wings myself. They just show up at work sometimes and I partake in the goodness that are the wings.
Be prepared to go into a rough neighborhood, I advise going during daylight, have exact change and get in and out and enjoy your wings!
Happy wing eating!

REMEMBRANCE OF WINGS PAST
Seriously, I just upped my rating because I’ve woken up twice tonight with the envies to reheat leftovers from Manchu.
HUGE, 2 LBS OF TEMPURA BONELESS CHICKEN: $ 8.25! Juicy & lightly crisp with double rice & egg roll. You can easily feed 2 – 3 people.
BUT PASS ON THE FRIES they are mealy and limp. I still think the most awesome fries (& crawfish pies) in the area are at «Quarter Grocery» on Burgundy. Also, these wings are fried. If you prefer them breadless & grilled like me, the best are at «Vieux Carré Pizza» on St Louis at Bourbon.
ORDERING TIP: when you enter it may seem crowded with queues stretching into the aisles but most of those people are waiting for their food. So, go ahead and sidle up to one of the two fast moving windows.

You will never hear anyone from New Orleans say anything bad about Manchu chicken! It truly just does not happen. These Asian folks have earned their place and title in taste in the taste capitol. If you want to have good wings, this is definitely the place to go. Just remember to bring cash!
This place stays busy and stays with constant people coming in and out. This is not a place to sit down and dine. You, depending on what type of environments you are accustomed to, may not even be comfortable going into the store. This place is not about glitz and glamour. This place is solely about flavor. It is a lick-​a store… you read correctly… lick-​a, not liquor! You will get service behind a thick, bullet proof glass, which lets you know the type of environment the place is located. Truly, I rarely hear about anything of a bad nature going down in that particular section of New Orleans, but that is a discussion for another matter.
I have to expand my horizons with this place. I have yet to try a poboy from them because I always just want the fried wings and shrimp fried rice from them. I am not sure if I can over sale these wings, but definitely try them for yourself. For the countless times I have eaten their wings, I have never received a bad batch. Pricing is reasonable, and you are sure to please the most stubborn of palettes with this place.
All in all, the food is definitely 5 stars, but the place itself is only 3 stars. They are a heavy 4 star establishment that you need to call ahead to have you food ready if you would like a quick in and quick out experience. They do irk my soul because they are a cash only joint! Can’t get 5 stars with only accepting cash!!!
See for yourself.