I found a GREAT hidden Chinese place in the village of Plainview, about 10 minutes west of Melville.
Hunan Cottage is located at 135 Central Park Road in Plainview. It is in a small strip mall and is much better than it looks. It even goes so far as to have a Vegetarian Menu. I liked their Vegetarian Egg Roll, but also their Dumplings were vegan. I had the "Pepper Steak" entree which was veggie-beef with onions, peppers, and carrots in a light Hunan sauce. I was impressed that the sauce was not overpowering and was perfectly selected for the vegetables in the dish. I talked at length with the owner and, as it turns out, he had relatives that were Buddhist and needed a place to eat regularly. He was convinced that a vegetarian food side of the business was needed. They also use tofu well, apparently even the General Tso's Tofu is better than the General Tso's Chicken (or so said the woman sitting by the door). They have tons of options, all of which were vegan; Chicken with Brocolli, Hunan Beef, Pork with Black Bean Sauce, and even a "Happy Family" (the first time I have seen a vegan Happy Family). This place was very tasty and I recommend going there anytime you are on Long Island.
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