These Striped Bamboo Chopsticks from Crate & Barrel won over our testers with their homey retro flair, comfort in hand, and effectiveness at picking up noodles, rice, dumplings, and even soft tofu.

Long chopsticks make it easier to reach across the table to distribute dishes and try different dips. On the other hand, you might prefer Korean chopsticks which, though similar in shape to ...