By Kofi Bofah
Hamilton's Chinese restaurants operate in close proximity to Central New Jersey attractions.
Hamilton Township is a Central New Jersey enclave---located directly east of Trenton. This area is a vital link for Northeast traffic traveling between the major cities of
New York and
Philadelphia, and the Jersey shore
beaches. Within Trenton proper, tourists visit the city for its New Jersey State Capitol and parkland alongside the Delaware River. Complement your trip to Central New Jersey with selections from the region's best Chinese restaurants.
Lucky Palace
Lucky Palace is a casual restaurant that serves lunch and dinner to guests directly off the Route 1 -- Trenton Freeway in North Trenton. For starters, begin your evening with sesame chicken salad, dumplings, or egg fu yung soup. Beyond the appetizer menu, Lucky Palace offers several traditional dishes. Entrées include short ribs, crab meat, steamed chicken and duck tongue. These items are served with your choice of either fried rice or noodles. For dessert, finish your meal with delicious sponge cake and egg custard.
Lucky Palace
1342 Brunswick Ave.
Trenton, NJ 08638
(609) 392-1122
Jade Island Chinese Restaurant and Bar
Jade Island is a Bordentown restaurant that accommodates guests at the Route 206 approach into Trenton. Jade is convenient to the New Jersey Turnpike from Exit 7 onto Route 206. Recreational enthusiasts should enjoy nearby Hamilton Marsh at the Delaware River--notable for its hiking trails and wildlife viewing.
Jade's appetizer offerings include spring rolls, fantail soup, and skewered chicken. You may also sample the pupu platter for wings, crabmeat wonton, and teriyaki beef. Main dishes are categorized into poultry, beef, seafood, and vegetarian dishes. Notable house specialties include shiangshu duck, Hunan beef, and kung pao baby shrimp. In addition to its Chinese fare, Jade also serves Japanese sushi and sashimi dishes to patrons. The raw menu lists striped bass, squid, and mackeral dishes. Of course, locals may prefer Jade's Philly roll. The Philly roll is smoked salmon, prepared with cream cheese. Jade Island Chinese Restaurant and Bar opens its doors for lunch and dinner daily.
Jade Island Chinese Restaurant and Bar
969 U.S. 206
Bordentown, NJ 08505
(609) 324-7200
jadeislandrestaurant.com
Number One Chinese Kitchen
Number One Chinese Kitchen operates at the I-295 and Sloan Avenue junction into Hamilton Township. Tourists will discover this site eight miles to the northeast of the Delaware riverfront and New Jersey State Capitol. Number One Chinese Kitchen is ideal for value conscious consumers that prefer large portions at reasonable prices. Whet your appetite with wonton, mixed vegetable, or bean curd soup. Next, General Tso chicken, beef with broccoli, and shrimp tempura are main course selections. Complement your meal with lo mein and stir-fried vegetables. Number One Chinese Kitchen opens every day for lunch and dinner.
Number One Chinese Kitchen
702 S. Broad St.
Trenton, NJ 08611
(609) 393-8088
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About the Author:
Kofi Bofah has been writing Internet content since 2010, with articles appearing on various websites. He is the founder of ONYX INVESTMENTS, which is based out of Chicago. Bofah enjoys writing about business, finance, travel, transportation, sports and entertainment. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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