Atlanta - Gu’s Dumplings
Our mouth is already watering just thinking about their Szechuan chicken Po’Boy. Southern cuisine meets Chinese classics? We’re all about it and this popular ATL spot.
Austin - Din Ho Chinese BBQ
It’s Austin, Texas so you know we’ve got to combine our love for Chinese food with a Texas classic: BBQ. With authentic dishes and ones with a Texas-twist, there’s something for everyone. Lobster fried rice anyone?
Baltimore - Asian Harbor
Our recommended dishes? Egg foo young and pork egg rolls. Order now and thank us later.
Boise - Confucius Restaurant
Bring the whole family for a hearty and filling meal and this well-loved Boise staple. You can’t go wrong with their staple: pork fried rice.
Boston - Changsho
There’s always a ton of buzz surrounding this Boston, MA hotspot and we can see why. With a cozy atmosphere and delicious eats, it’s hard not to love Changsho.
Chicago - Cai
Craving some roast duck or dim sum? Look no further than Cai with it’s ornate decor and too-die-for egg yolk buns.
Columbus - Hunan Lion
Enjoy a more upscale dining experience at the always delicious Hunan Lion. Be sure to check out the crowd favorite, their Sizzling Rice Soup.
Dallas - First Chinese BBQ
Since 1982, this well-loved Texas spot has been serving up Chinese-BBQ fusion. BBQ Peking duck? Don’t mind if we do.
Denver - Flower Pepper Restaurant
We love this eatery based on their name alone but their fantastic and creative use of ginger, scallions and soy to make their food truly fantastic doesn’t hurt either. Our recommendation? The sweet potato glass noodles. Hey, don’t knock ‘em till you try ‘em.
Fort Worth - Cannon Chinese Kitchen
This spot is one of our favorites for their delicious Chinese cuisine prepared with an emphasis on fresh ingredients. Plus the warm ambiance of the restaurant makes it feel more like a friend’s welcoming kitchen than a dining establishment.
Houston - House of Bowls
Looking for melt in your mouth beef, fresh bok choy, and perfectly season noodles? Head down to House of Bowls, one of Houston’s top rated fast-casual Chinese spots.
Indianapolis - Lotus Garden Restaurant
An authentic Chinese buffet that also has karaoke? What more do you need?
Memphis - Mulan
Memphis has a criminally underrated Chinese food scene and we find Mulan tops our list. We love their seafood miso soup and fried pork wontons. They’ve also got a killer cocktail menu.
Miami - No Name Chinese
Trendy and exceptionally popular with resident Miami-ians, we don’t recommend showing up to No Name with reservations. But we promise, all the buzz and business is warranted. Their kung pao chicken kicks you-know-what and their angry dumpling are absolute perfection.
Minneapolis - Shuang Cheng
Laid back with incredibly satisfying food, your thing? Head on over to Shuang Cheng and enjoy creative dishes like Dungeness crab and roast duck chow.
Nashville - Tansuo
Tansuo is regarded as a hidden gem in Nashville with their inventive contemporary cuisine and cool ambiance. This place is equally great for date night or girls night out. Make sure the check out their daily specials like Wonton Wednesday and Dim Sum Mondays.
New Orleans - Ming’s
One of our favorite things about Ming’s is how it’s decor perfectly incorporates New Orleans culture. With an open and airy feel and outdoor seating, Ming’s creates a relaxing and fun dining experience. Be sure to check out their $5 Mai Tais and crawfish velvet (the chef’s personal riff on shrimp with lobster sauce.)
Philadelphia - Nom Wah Philadelphia
This NYC favorite has opened up a much anticipated Philly location and you don’t want to miss out. Munch on handmade dumplings that have been perfectly steamed while enjoying a variety of beverage selections from their well-stocked bar.
Phoenix - Chengdu Delight Chinese Cuisine
Authentic Chinese food and fantastic service? We’re in. Be sure to try their hot spot
Pittsburgh- Everyday Noodles
Dumplings, dim sum, and noodle dishes done well. Oh, and did we mention all their noodles are homemade?
Portland - Shandong
There’s always been a lot of chatter in PDX for this hotspot with classic dishes from Northern China.
San Antonio - Golden Wok
Anyone daring enough to try stewed chicken feet? They’re good we promise. And even if your a less adventurous eater, there’s still plenty of excellent dishes available at Golden Wok. Be sure to check out their fantastic and vast dim sum collection.
San Diego - Tasty Pot
For a city as vibrant as San Diego, we’ve got to call attention to a truly superb hot pot spot (try saying that three times fast.) Tasty Pot features skewered meets ready to be consumed and a truly remarkable spicy dish: the Taiwanese Supreme with mala broth and cuttlefish.
Savannah - Peking House
Authentic and delicious Chinese food, ready for takeout. Be sure to try their seafood options and hits-the-spot Lo Mein.
Scottsdale - Chou’s Kitchen
We can’t get over their soup dumpling or xiaolongbao, paired with cold noodles or a hot pot.
Seattle - Qian Noodle
It wasn’t easy to choose a favorite spot in Seattle given that there are a plethora of fantastic offerings, but Qian Noodle does take the top prize in our book. Their recipes come from the Guizhou province which means you can find interesting dishes like lamb soup. Be sure to try their specialty: sour soup.
Spokane - Gordy’s Sichuan Cafe
This is a well-loved Spokane favorite that features tasty Chinese food and art by local artists. There’s also plenty of gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan offering.
Tempe- Beijing Express
Our favorites? Dumplings, spring rolls, and their Mongolian beef.
Washington, D.C. - Big Wang’s
Don’t knock this place just because of their name! This Szechuan-style hot spot features 40+ proteins and veggies that can be combined into your ideal bowl. Don’t forget the chili oil.