Bites Nearby: Moon Star Delivers

There's a lot of options for Chinese food out there. So what makes at 219 Taunton Ave. worthy of mention? The answer lies in Moon Star's approach to serving you, dear reader.

For starters, Moon Star will bring your favorite Chinese dishes to you. That's right, they deliver. And they do it in record time. Imagine my surprise when movie night at my friend's apartment off of North Broadway was brightened up by hearing the doorbell ring before any of us could say "extra spicy mustard, please!"

Even better is the casual experience of dining in at Moon Star. The staff here is great about holding this or adding that to posted combination plates and specialty dishes. No request is too small, and you won't get a look that says: "Ugh, why can't you just order it the way it's posted?!" Nope. The folks at Moon Star will help you turn shrimp into broccoli, chicken into beef and a hungry stomach into a distant memory.

If you're looking for a new twist on an old favorite, say Lo Mein, be sure to try the Chow Fun noodles. The're thin, rice-based noodles that can take the place of any plate filler and taste great when combined with sweet-and-sour or soy sauce.

Moon Star takes the same approach to plate portions as they do with helping you find the best fit to quell your appetite. This means that you'll get hearty portions for around $8 to $10, more than a reasonable night out. And the large and open dining room means that you can spread out for the inevitable food coma that will ensue after eating. (Don't worry, it's a good thing.)