'Chopsticks' for Chinese food

The name “Chopsticks” really covers a lot of ground as there are many countries that use them. It should be made clear from the beginning of this article that Chopsticks is a Chinese restaurant. And while chopsticks are part of the table setting, so are normal utensils.

The décor of Chopsticks is not really what one would expect when entering a typical Chinese restaurant. Chopsticks is a bit more elegant and subdued. What attracts the eye most are large stone columns that start from the ground and lead up to the second floor singles section. Assuming they don’t serve a load-bearing function, it was an interesting choice considering the potential table space that they must take up. At the same time, they do lend the place a certain subconscious appeal of grandeur.

Beyond that, the environment is generally cool, sleek, but slightly generic. The main color scheme is a stone gray with dark wood, hints of beige and others offering highlights to draw the eye. While the establishment does have a certain Asian cool to it, it is also slightly lacking in any sort of standout character. On one wall are two large pictures of flowers, and on the wall opposite are 12 small posters of the Chinese horoscope. While pleasant, it is not really memorable. I did find it enjoyable, however, to read the year of the dog horoscope and found it to be surprisingly accurate to myself.

As my group took to our table we were served with complimentary shots of Italian soda with some kind of green syrup; while a nice gesture they were a bit too sweet. The menu is vast in its selection. While the menu is quite elegant, the bottom of each page has four or five pictures of the various selections, which is a move I tend to associate with takeaway Chinese restaurants. Given the wide selection of items it took us a little while to finally decide what wanted. Then again, it certainly is better having too much to choose from than too little.

The service was fast and friendly and the prices are quite reasonable for what you get. While Chopsticks may not offer anything especially new, different, or memorable from other Chinese restaurants, it is pleasant enough with good company and does its food well. I would not be especially tempted to give them a second visit, but I would go there for takeaway to satisfy a craving for Chinese.

Location: On Amir Sultan St. across the roundabout from Sultan Mall — Next to Ruby Tuesdays.