Bites Nearby: Chinese Comfort Food Classics

Having difficulties deciding where to grab a bite to eat in Wauwatosa? Don't know where to turn for a good sandwich, a scrumptious Italian dish or a fantastic pizza? That's where Patch comes in. Each week, the Wauwatosa Patch finds a great restaurant or cafe nearby that's worth checking out. Here is this week's pick:

The Happy Wok Restaurant has been a popular choice for Milwaukee-area Chinese food lovers at budget-friendly prices. The restaurant is family-owned and operated, and offers customers a casual and relaxing atmosphere.

When customers walk-in they have a choice of six to eight cozy tables to sit at, and they can enjoy the view of the authentic Chinese décor throughout the dining area.

Regular customers say that they enjoy the lunch specials and the huge portions of food that are served at budget-friendly prices. Customers can eat-in, carry out or have their orders delivered.

Happy Wok has a large variety of items to choose from on their menu. A few of the appetizers include roast pork egg roll, crispy shrimp egg roll and fried won ton, and their tasty soups include egg drop, won ton egg drop and hot and sour.

If you are looking for a bit more to eat, then try one of the house specialty's Happy Wok offers. The Hawaiian Five “O” entree brings together a tasty combination of lobster, chicken, scallops, roast pork and shrimp with mixed vegetables. Traditional items on the main menu include egg foo young with steamed rice, chow mein, chop suey, triple crown with garlic sauce, lo mein with soft noodles, chicken with cashew nuts, or pepper steak with onion.

The restaurant also offers a special diet menu that has lower-calorie offerings.

Address: 2332 N. 124th St., Wauwatosa (just north of North Avenue)

Phone: 414-443-1688

Hours: Mon – Sat, 10am – 9pm, Sun, 11am - 6pm

Prices: $5.95 - $10.25