Let's start with the best! Mr. Chopsticks -Denton, Texas

Mr. Chopsticks
1633 Scripture
Denton, TX, 76201
(940) 382- 5437 

Website: www.mrchopsticks.com

Established in 1985 Mr. Chopsticks is without a doubt Denton’s best place to eat Vegetarian food. Its menu boasts “All dishes are unique, drawing inspiration from such diverse sources as China, India, Thailand, Vietnam and Japan”.

I first ate at Mr. Chopsticks when I moved to Denton in 1982. I was forever hooked. The food is diverse and made with extreme care. The vegetarian selections are incredible. What I like best about their menu is that all the vegetarian dishes are marked with a green dot. Unlike a lot of Asian food restaurants, vegetarian at Mr. Chopsticks does not include fish (something a savvy vegetarian must be aware of).

Service has never been incredible at Chopsticks as they tend to employ college students as servers so you get that “I don’t really care" attitude, and often times a server with more tattoos and piercings than you thought humanly possible, but the quality of the food is worth any hassle. Also since it is located not too far off campus, the prices are extremely affordable. I would say a typical meal with appetizers and drinks for 2 people should not set you back more than $20.

My personal favorite dish is the Cashew Tofu. A blend of fried rice, veggies, and wok fried cashews, and of course fried tofu. The tofu incidentally is fried to perfection.

I usually order a side of tofu, a lettuce wrap (filled with fresh veggies and firm tofu) and either a spring or vegetable roll.  As an appetizer  the vegetable tempura is the winner.

And if you want crisp, the  crispy noodles are incredible. Unlike most fried won ton wrappers, the crispy noodles at Chopsticks are made to order, so there is a bit of a wait, but its well worth it. 

Honestly, even if you are not a vegetarian, if you like Asian cuisine, and happen to be in Denton, this is the place to go. Personally I will drive there from anywhere in Texas because it is just that good.

On a 5 star rating I give it a 5