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National Chop Suey Day

Whip up something special on National Chop Suey Day! Try out delicious recipes and enjoy a tasty meal with your friends and family.

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August 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEAugust 29

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYGlobal Cuisines

INTRO

Introduction

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Celebrate National Chop Suey Day on August 29th by enjoying a delicious plate of this iconic dish! Chop suey has an interesting history that dates back to the late 19th century when it was created in America by Chinese immigrants. It quickly became popular and is now enjoyed all over the world. The dish consists of meat, vegetables, and seasonings stir fried and served with rice or noodles. Whether you like it mild or spicy, there's no doubt that chop suey makes for a tasty meal! So grab a bowl and celebrate National Chop Suey Day in style!

TIMELINE

National Chop Suey Day Timeline

Chop Suey's Origin

Chop Suey was created in America by Chinese immigrants in the late 19th century, influenced by Cantonese cuisine.

First Chop Suey Restaurant

Li Hung Chang's restaurant, the first restaurant to serve Chop Suey, opened in New York City.

Chop Suey: The American Staple

In the 1960s, Chop Suey enjoyed widespread popularity and became a staple of Chinese-American restaurants across the United States.

Arrival of Authentic Chinese Cuisines

As more regional authentic Chinese cuisines arrived in the United States in the 1980s, Chop Suey started to decline in popularity.

Chop Suey's Resurgence

With the revival of classic food dishes, Chop Suey made a comeback in hip new establishments that revisited this nostalgic dish.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Chop Suey Day

Order takeout

Whether it's from your favorite local Chinese restaurant or the frozen section of your grocery store, takeout is an easy way to celebrate National Chop Suey Day.

VISIT

Visit a Chinese restaurant

If you're feeling a bit more adventurous, visiting your local Chinese restaurant is a great way to celebrate National Chop Suey Day. Whether you go out with friends or family, you are sure to have a delicious meal.

COOK

Cook your own chop suey

It's not as hard as it seems! With some basic ingredients, some vegetables, and some proteins like chicken, pork, or beef, you can make your own version of chop suey at home.

HOST

Host a chop suey party

Invite your friends over for a potluck style chop suey party. Everyone can bring their own take on the dish and try each other's creations!

Go on a chop suey tour

Visit various Chinese restaurants and sample their different takes on the classic dish. See which one is the most authentic and which one has the best flavor.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Chop Suey Day

Chop Suey brings people together

Whether it's ordering takeout, making it at home, or sampling various versions at different restaurants, enjoying Chop Suey tends to bring people together. The fun in trying different versions of this dish adds a certain level of adventure and fun to meals.

Chop Suey is versatile

Chop Suey is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. You can choose to include any type of meat, vegetables, and seasonings that you prefer. Whether you like it mild or spicy, there's no doubt that chop suey makes for a tasty meal!

Chop Suey is multicultural

Chop Suey has an interesting history that dates back to the late 19th century when it was created in America by Chinese immigrants. This dish has become not just a staple in Chinese cuisine, but has been enjoyed all over the world making it a true symbol of culinary multiculturalism.