The Tastiest Chinese in Los Angeles

Western Wok

★★★★☆ 3.7 (323) • $$

"Our go to neighborhood Chinese restaurant. We mostly do takeout and delivery. The delivery is always prompt and whenever there's an issue they are very communicative about it.Personal favorites include their Fried Rice, Kung Pao Tofu, and Singapore noodles."

Golden Tree Restaurant

★★★★★ 4.5 (272) • $$

"Nestled in the heart of Chinatown, Golden Tree Restaurant is a hidden gem that offers a taste of authentic Cantonese cuisine. While the exterior might not be fancy, step inside and be transported to a bustling atmosphere filled with delicious aromas and friendly service.The prices are very reasonable, especially considering the quality and portion sizes. You can easily enjoy a satisfying meal without breaking the bank. On my last visit, I shared with a friend wonton soup, shrimp fried rice and mapo tofu. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked.The restaurant is small and can get quite crowded, especially on weekends so prepared for a wait. Parking in Chinatown can also be tricky."

Geshmak

★★★★☆ 4.1 (7)

"Chinese beef rice and orange chicken are amazing and exactly what LA needed . I have gotten to almost all of the menu but will tell you that I get so excited when I even hear "Geshmak" . Gaby, the manager/ server will go above and beyond for you and takes every single customer and treats them like royalty and her only want is that food your eating is perfect . Thank you Gaby for taking care of me and a large family of over 20. So professional and so friendly, Gaby will make you feel like you're in the ritz ."

Xibei Dumplings

★★★★☆ 4 (20)

"We got food to go so my only regret is not eating in person. They were very timely. Small place with seating for maybe 20 people. Was able to park in a small lot nearby. There's shopping places in the same area. We had the cucumbers, beef dumpling, veg dumpling, popcorn chicken and shrimp with zucchini dumpling. I liked everything but the veg one. I don't really like mushrooms - you have to like that. Everything else was great and I like that the skin is really thin. So you're tasting and eating the filling. They are large size and reasonably priced. Worth the trip to Silverlake."

Pixiu Mala Hongtang

★★★★☆ 4.4 (107) • $$

"Cali is finally getting cold, and this Mala Tang was perfect for the weather! It was date night, and we were excited bc this was our first time trying Korean style hot pot.Parking: The Source has a free parking garage. Plenty of parking and easy to find.Ambiance/Environment: This spot is located on the second floor. We visited right before their dinner rush. It started getting busy between 6-8pm. They have a large space inside with plenty of seating. Perfect for all group sizes. Very clean and modern inside.Service: Everyone was helpful and welcoming, but special shout out to Andrew! He was very knowledgeable about the menu and even gave us good recommendations. There was also a worker constantly walking around ensuring everyone was doing well. Overall, service was above & beyond excellent.What to do: After a server seats you, take a look at the menu. Then get a bowl & tongs from the toppings bar and fill it up. Remember they charge per lb, and they do have a scale so it gives you an idea of how much you're spending. Take your bowl to the register and choose whether you want Mala tang, Mala stir fry, or Mala pan. Choose your spice level. They'll take your bowl and prepare your dish. Then they serve it to you.Food & Drinks:1) Mala Tang, med hot - I ordered this. I absolutely looove the broth! It had the perfect amount of spiciness. All the toppings I chose were delicious, and the beef brisket & lamb were cooked well.2) Mala Stir Fry, hot - My bf ordered this, and I only took one bite bc this was veryyy spicy for me lol. The stir fry had so much flavor, and everything was cooked perfectly!3) Sweet & Sour Pork - This was recommended to us. The pork wasn't too chewy, and the outside texture was gooey. We never had anything like it, so it was a good different taste for us.4) Rose Tteokbokki - Another dish that was recommended to us. This was definitely rich in flavor. The rice cake was cooked well and drenched in the Mala sauce. The dumplings & sausages were also delicious!5) Milkis & Walovi - Some of my fav Korean drinks! Can't go wrong with these classics. So refreshing!Pricing: Definitely worth it $$$. These portions were HUGE, so they're shareable."

Delish Thai Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.7 (70)

"Visited this auspicious place tonight! Ordered the Thai hot wings (not hot but delicious), veggie pancake (my favorite, wish I would have ordered two), shrimp rolls, Rangoons and crabmeat fried rice. Everything was delicious, I'm sad I reside in a different county because I would be here at least twice a week. Service was on point as well. I look forward to returning and trying their other dishes. Highly recommend this place."

Noodles St

★★★★☆ 4.3 (864) • $$

"I would say the food was great but it wasn't necessarily authentic taiwanese food! They also are missing dan dan noodles from the menu (the noodles w ground beef are pictured and they are not similar to dan dan noodles). Lots of appetizer options and we got the pickled cucumbers. Overall really solid meal for the price (noodles were both $15 + change). There was a line when we got here but it moved fast and the service was quick too!"

Jade Wok

★★★★☆ 4.3 (360) • $$

"My friend and I finally tried out Jade Wok, basically the definition of a hole in the wall spot in Chinatown. Parking is hard but the food is well worth it.The Sesame Chicken has excellent flavors, crispy, as well! We did carry out so the house special tofu wasn't quite as crisp but that's on me. Enjoyed the flavors and also the Shanghai Spare Ribs were bomb! From all I've heard these are the 3 main dishes to try here. Now that I've had those and find them absolutely delish, time to move on to me trying more of their items. But get any of those three, and you're in for mouth happiness and your wallet won't be sad either."

Gao's Crab & Kabob

★★★★★ 4.5 (401)

"My wife was craving Chinese BBQ lamb skewers, so we randomly decided to try this hidden gem and we're so glad we did! The shopping plaza is always busy, so I recommend heading to the back for parking; otherwise, you might get stuck in the main lot. When we walked in, the server was incredibly friendly and took the time to explain how everything worked, including how to navigate the app to place our order. One pleasant surprise was that both of our kids automatically got free kids' meals! Another highlight: the large lamb skewers, normally $3.75, are only $1 before 6 PM. The only catch is that it's dine-in only, but with unlimited orders, it's a fantastic deal. The lamb skewers were delicious. super flavorful with just a hint of spice. The squid and squid feet were also great; we asked for them to be less spicy for the kids, and they turned out perfect. The okra was tasty, though a bit on the salty side, but that's what beer is for, right? Overall, this place is a great find with excellent food at an unbeatable price. We'll definitely be back!"

Silver Palace Chinese Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.1 (630) • $$

"The food and service is fast efficient and tasty (food). Silver Palace is a family staple. We have been coming here for over 20 years and for a good reason. Classic dishes prepared fast and fresh. The delivery service is also awesome and comes in so handy for us. We have food here at least twice a month."

Golden Scoop

★★★★☆ 4.1 (68) • $

"Best taste to value Chinese food on the westside. Huge portions, fast service and very friendly."

Happy Family

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (224) • $

"Love Happy Family. Always great food and pleasant experiences. Everyone tjere is very nice and accommodating. Food is fresh and full of flavor. If you havent been, youre missing out. They open at about 10am and you can easily call and give an order and i believe they also deliver."

Joss Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.9 (277) • $$$

"Enjoyed a lovely evening with friends at Joss Cuisine! It was my first time here, my friend reserved a room up stairs which had its own bathroom. Highly recommend if you have a large party. The food was excellent and the service was as well! There were several courses, all of which were great! A few stand outs were the squash crab soup and the Lobster. Both are a must next time you go. Great way to celebrate Chinese New Year! Thanks Joss!Parking: street, metered"

Little Beijing

★★★★☆ 3.8 (185) • $

"This place is definitely a bang for your buck. $16 for a large two entrée plate. They pile on the chow mein and a ton of protein. In quality, it's okThere is plenty of parking. I'll be back for sure"

China Lites

★★★★☆ 3.8 (218) • $

"Solid Chinese. I usually only do delivery here.Get the chicken with garlic sauce. It's magic."

Mongolian Home Made Pie

★★★★☆ 4.2 (47)

"Stopped by Mongolian Home Made Pie and loved it! I've never had real Mongolian food, so I was curious how it would be. My only exposure to "Mongolian" food up to now were those places you see at the mall where you pick the meats and veggies in a bowl and they fry it on the giant round grill with noodles. The Salt and Pepper Lamb was crispy, flavorful, and just perfect. Their homemade pies were also very good. They were like giant soup dumplings with similar flavor also. Plus, the Mongolian yogurt with fresh strawberries was a refreshing end to the meal. Definitely recommend this place, I would recommend going earlier, because as we were leaving the place was getting crowded with a line outside."

Jin China Bistro

★★★★☆ 4.3 (179) • $$

"It was my first time eating here and I have to say, I will definitely be returning! Customer service was fantastic. Very attentive and answered any questions we had on the menu. We ordered the Wor Wonton Soup and the Famous Black Bean Noodles! When he said the noodles were a comfort food, he was not kidding. It really did feel like we were eating at home in a cozy atmosphere. Highly recommend stopping by if you're visiting the Japanese Village or Weller Court!"

Yipinchuan Lamb Kebab

★★★★☆ 4.3 (53)

"really good lamb skewers and don't sleep on the chicken gizzard!owner is awesome and is fluent in both korean / mandaringreat place to meet friends and have a beer with delish skewers"

Thai House

★★★★☆ 3.7 (738) • $$

"This is a great place for family style lunch or dinner! We found this place during an out of the office work meeting. With so much variety in the menu, we were able to select a variety of dishes to share and explore new items. The service was prompt and excellent. Parking was easily available as well. We ordered the following:* Spring Rolls* Hawaiian Fried Rice* Beef Broccoli * Orange Chicken* Chicken Pad ThaiOur order arrived quickly and was served piping hot. We all enjoyed our lunch and left satisfied. I know you will too.Enjoy your visit!"

Bowls N’ Bunz

★★★★★ 4.7 (15)

"My husband threw a birthday party for me in the hidden Garden at bowls N Bunz.The ambience was amazing, great music, very cozy atmosphere, romantic and inviting.The food is delicious and the service is great. Moshe, the manager was very accommodating and thoughtful. The family and friends at my party. Can't wait to go back. I highly recommend this restaurant. This is a case of don't judge the book by its cover, since the garden is hidden."

Panda Wok

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (83) • $

"My family and I enjoy coming here because my 3-year old loves the noodles & orange chicken. He says they're his favorite. The staff is great, and we can tell they are all smiles behind their masks . They always overfill your plate & their food is very yummy. You definitely get your dollar's worth. Thanks, Panda Wok!"

Hui Tou Xiang

★★★★☆ 4.3 (404) • $$

"Rolled in on a Monday night around 6pm with a four top. Got seated immediately and within 10 minutes there was a wait. The service was nothing to write home about but we got food. We asked questions about the menu and our server was pretty short and not all that helpful so we punted. We ordered a mix of items and hoped for the best. Scallion pancakes were crunchy and a little greasy and tasty. The chicken and pork pot stickers were delicious. They felt homemade and were cooked to perfection. The ground pork noodles were not good although the server Implied they were a house favorite. The Liang Ban noodles were served cold and were a spicy, 4-star dish. A glass of Sauvignon Blanc was $12 and our guests had two. The ambience is ok, it's cramped and loud when busy. I felt not compulsion to photograph the food other than a couple of shots of noodles so that probably tells you all you need to know. It served a purpose but I don't know that I would return for a repeat of anything we had."

Young King

★★★★☆ 3.9 (693) • $$

"Stopped by last Sat. for a meal with a good friend. Went at 11:35AM and there were 2 tables seated. We ordered and was enjoying our food when I looked up and realized the place was full! That was about 11:50AM. We ordered 2 small jjamppong and the pork tangsuyuk. Excellent, as always. We got full off the jjamppong so I took most of the tangsuyuk home to Vegas. The owner recognized me and said happy to see you. I hadn't been here since about 2 years ago. I was a regular for years and it was nice of him to still remember me."

Jjamppong Zizon

★★★★☆ 3.9 (138) • $$

"Jjamppong Zizon is a new Korean/Chinese restaurant in Ktown that serves some delicious comfort food without all the grease.Jjajangmyun - the noodles were handmade and so chewy! I loved the black bean sauce for its tastiness without greasy heaving feeling. I think I've found one of my favorite spots for this dish.Sweet and Sour Pork - it was lightly crispy on the edges and chewy due to the rice flour. Absolute perfection. It came with a side of thinly sliced onions and the sauce served on the side. Everything complemented so well. The sauce wasn't as dank as other places but I liked the mild flavor and lighter feeling.Pan Fried Dumplings were fantastic. Fried to crispy perfection.Parking: Flat fee on Saturdays and Sundays $5 in the parking lot behind the restaurant. It says $3 with validation but the machine still charged $5. At the time of the review."

Wok On Fire

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (403) • $$

"We ordered food from here tonight from work, and I just have to say that they never fail! Thank you for the good food and the prompt delivery! They're also always very nice. Each time we get delivery for a celebration here at work, it ends up being a hit. Thank you, guys!"

Chef Ming's Kitchen

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (231) • $$

"Very solid Chinese food at a great price. Friendly staff, and awesome variety and selection of dishes that are ready made and can be made fresh to order. Dinning room is cozy. Parking is a challenge especially from 12-3 Thursday and Friday because of street cleaning."

Lotus Chinese Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 2.7 (280) • $$

"The food is tasty. The bbq pork chow mein was good but they skimped out quite a bit in the meat .Their general's Tao chicken ain't bad and I kinda like their egg drop soup even though at first glance it looks a bit thick."

Kay Kay Chinese Food

★★★☆☆ 3 (32) • $

"The best Chinese food in Baldwin Hills Los Angeles. Every thing on the menu is great.Bobby and Ester are the nicest owners there is. Ask about the off menu entree's. It's take a special shell fish to die for. If you want really good have Bobby make something for you off the menu, not behind the glass. His custom menu is perfect for nice Romantic evening with you, and the one you love."

Duck House

★★★★☆ 3.7 • $$

"Located out in Monterey Park, is a fabulous Chinese cuisine, it has a traditional look for a restaurant, with ample seating. The parking lot is scarce with availability, so you'll have to park on the street.We ordered the Traditional Roasted Duck (24 hours in advance), with pancake, scallion and cucumber. Very good and crispy. They placed the serving plate on top of a bowl of hot water to keep the food warm, that was genius. Loved the deep rich flavors that were combined to make this scrumptious meal. We also ordered the Filet Mignon cubes in black pepper sauce. The beef cubes were perfectly cooked and seasoned. Tender with every bite, loved every bite.The Sauteed string bean with ground pork and dry shrimp was a nice addition as it help round out the flavors.The Dragon Ball that is lightly fried fish balls with shrimp roe's filling was a surprisingly delicious treat that added to our experience.The Crispy scallion pancake was a must have as it gave the full experience needed to enjoy this hefty meal.The service was faster than expected, as this place is on the higher end of quality food, which is a good thing. I would definitely come back, just because the flavors are so good."

Sea Dragon Chinese Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.1 (523) • $$

"I forgot to take picture before we started serving. But it was great. We ordered Teriyaki chicken(bit gamey for me but great with hot sauce), Kang pao chicken( you can't go wrong with this one), cod fish in black bean sauce( ultimate), and shrimp chop sui( we just added veggie dish just to make vegetarians happy)in catering size. It was tiny bit tight for 40 people but we made it. We had one serving left over. THE BEST MOTHERS DAY COMPANY LUNCH WE HAD SO FAR"

Boiling Seafood Wok

★★★★☆ 3.9 (171) • $$

"Short while ago, I came across this restaurant on Yelp. The reviews mentioned great food and daily lunch specials, plus something that's unheard of these days, a ling list of specials for only $10. So on a day when we had nothing planned for lunch, we came here to try them out. The parking lot is shared with other businesses. The closest spots are tight and need a little maneuvering skills to get in. The outside and interior is not fancy at all. Just your average Chinese restaurant. The service is similar to a design style I like: minimalist. It's almost like they made an effort to exchange as little words as possible and avoid any facial expressions.For lunch, we went with their specials menu: Filet mignon in black pepper sauce: nice color in the beef but we all know it's not filet mignon. The beef was lacking compared to the onions they filled the plate with. Some pieces were tender, some were chewy. 3/5.(see my photo) Chicken fried rice: decent wok flavor and generous with the chicken. We opted out of scallions or any of the frozen diced veggies. 3.5/5String beans and chicken: An even amount of chicken vs. beans. Flavor isn't bad. 3.5/5Seafood tofu hot pot. Decent amount of fish and shrimp with tofu. Good flavor. 4/5. They served complimentary soup, but my soup spoon tasted like dishwater, as if they just fished it out of the sink. One sip was enough for me to thoroughly inspect every bowl plate or cup. Whenever we ask for anything, like water or the rice that was supposed to come with the lunch specials, we had to ask twice. They accept credit cards, but charge .75 extra. And then they tell me they cannot put the tip on the card so we have to use cash. OK, I get why, but what if I didn't bring cash? So the food was pretty decent, not much to rave or complain about. But for me, I very much prefer supporting businesses with good people that actually appreciate their customers a bit. Will I come back? Who knows, but I'm in no hurry that's for certain."

Chinese Delight

★★★★☆ 3.6 (508) • $$

"Zomg-freaking great! It's in a strip mall, check, older tables and dinning room, check, busy busy busy-check!! All signs point to a great place! The potions are hhhuge and so good! I ordered broccoli beef and chicken fried rice-sooooo good! Remember to get the lunch special you must eat there or you don't get the drink or soup."

Rice Wok

★★★★☆ 3.9 (501) • $

"Food: 5/5Service: 4/5Ambiance: 3.5/5Price: $ Unassuming place and definitely under rated. I came with three of my friends based on his recommendations. Tucked in a plaza, this place is go to spot of your mom and pops Chinese food! I cannot comprehend that these meal cost only $9 to $13 dollars! If you're on a budget, skip panda express and order from here! Every dish was flavorful and they not skim on the portion! The lunch special is a deal, it came with drink, soup, egg roll and the dish itself! The service is great. Definitely will come back anytime soon."

Le Oriental Bistro

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (213) • $$

"I ordered "to go" from here and it was SO GOOD. The food here actually tastes authentic. It's hard finding really good Chinese food in the area that has house special fried chow mein and singapore style noodle. I have never gone in person but going based solely off the authenticity of the food is 10/10."

Jin Chinese Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.1 (41) • $

"Definitely a hidden gem in Los Angeles. Not your fancy restaurant, but a hole-in-the-wall that I'm so thankful that I found. It's also a mom-and-pop shop which I am more than happy to bring my business here. This place is considered a Korean-Chinese style restaurant where their dishes are known for their jja-jjang-myun (black bean noodles) or the jjamppong (hot and spicy noodle soup). My husband and I usually go to a Ktown chain to get this dish but my heart is set on coming back here for my fix. It's definitely a small restaurant in a plaza that has a good amount of parking. I was able to find a spot easily and so did my friend. I also noticed there was ample street parking as well so parking shouldn't be a problem. As you walk in, it's a very old school, run restaurant where they have wooden menu's and an A/C box running, with an old school tv. Two elderly gentlemen came out with a tea for our drink and then we ordered the black bean noodles (plain) and a stir fried version of it as well as the hot, spicy soupy noodle dish (my favorite). Oh and a happy family seafood dish to share with a friend, my husband, and me. Mind you the portions are pretty decent for what it's worth and had a good amount still by the time we were all done eating.I liked everyone one of the dishes especially the stir fried version of the black bean noodles and the spicy soup. I ate it growing up as a child and it brought back those memories. The soup isn't too spicy anyone who is concerned of spice levels. And I really liked the happy family seafood dish. I never ordered something like that before but my husband had mentioned it's a premium dish that you normally eat with the jja-jjang-myun (black bean noodles) or the jjamppong (hot and spicy noodle soup). As far as service goes, the two gentlemen were sweet and absolutely refilled our teas often. You can tell they were there to provide good service. Luckily this spot is close by my work so I can't wait to introduce this spot to my coworkers. Don't let looks deceive you as the place itself may not be charming, but the food is delicious - I mean, look at the other reviews. You just have to try this place for yourself."