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Chop Chop Wok-Upping the Ante

Chop Chop Wok, the not-so-new kid on the block was visited when it first opened its doors to Karachi. After giving my feedback to one of the owners, somehow the chance to return didn't reappear until a week ago when my sister and brother in-law were visiting from Lahore. Not sure about where to catch an early dinner at 7:30, I threw out Chop Chop Wok's name casually, thinking my sisters would reject it saying, 'Noooo, we don't feel like eating that!'. Surprisingly, the idea was welcomed by all so off we went.

Now, apart from a few select places there are very few where everything goes perfect. Since we were in the early birds category, we found seating immediately on arrival. The staff was extremely welcoming and friendly, and we were served menus immediately after being seated. Since I was full, I didn't order anything. My brother in-law only wanted something light so he ordered the Thai Beef Salad, one sister ordered the Thai Red Curry and the youngest sister ordered egg noodles with chicken and Pad Thai flavor. Our order was given within 15 minutes as far as I recall, so super happy with the service.

And can I just say that every single person loved what they ate? There was so much food that apart from the salad, both main courses were only half eaten. In fact, our server thought we didn't like our food and offered to replace it. Of course, we told him the food was amazing but so filling that it couldn't be finished.

The highlight of our evening though, was the fried ice cream on the house. I recall when i first tried it, my friends and I suggested that the owner try a thinner, less bready coating, and he actually listened! This was light and nutty, almost like Frerro Roche without the chocolate, and on the inside was the cold, delicious vanilla ice cream. Total bill for 2 mains and an appetizer came in the 1500 ballpark. Definitely more than reasonable.

Couldn't take pictures this time around because honestly, I forgot and everyone was hungry. Chop Chop Wok has definitely upped the standard for dining and service in the business. Good job, boyses. Good job.

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