50 Best Chinese Restaurants near La Crescenta Montrose

“Hidden gem fire a quick, affordable bite. Mushroom chicken-Big plump pieces of mushroom, snappy zucchini, crunchy, juicy, just-cooked sliced onion, nice raw onion flavor. Curry chicken- not over powering curry flavor, just an itty bitty kick, the potatoes are cooked all the way through and the carrots are soft and sweet which tells me this curry was left to simmer to meld all the flavors. Yes I came in very hungry but for a typical buffet-tray-under-a-lamp place, it is definitely better than average. A two item combo with plenty of chow mein with sliced cabbage was $10.50 before tax. I brought home a medium sized a la carte chicken with mushroom entree, less than $10 with tax. Bring cash if you can, $15 minimum for card purchase. Oh, and the owners were not only super nice but they seemed really grateful for each customer.“

“This place is great! Everyone that works there is so nice and really efficient. The portions are really good. Their kimchi is very yummy! If you have never tried it now is the time. The dinner price went up since the last time we went, but still a good value.“

“Back and great, Chinese is great tasting and light on oi! yummy :)“

“So good!!! Amazing. Love the food. The bok choy pot stickers OOOF! The best. 💜💜💜👑👑👑🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🕺🏽🕺🏽🕺🏽🕺🏽💞💞💞💝💝👨‍❤️‍👨🧡“

“The best Vietnamese Style Lobster and seafood! Always a long queue to be seated. Get here early for best parking and best seating.“

“This is a really delicious restaurant, and I’ve been here many times. The owner is very friendly and welcoming, and I even recommended it to a few friends—they all loved it too. The food and service are excellent. Highly recommended! 👍 Definitely worth a try.“

“Great food, location and service“

“The beef noodle soup was pretty good, it had large chunks of tender beef. The noodles were the best part super bouncy and fresh! The pork xiao long baos were also great, though the wrapping was a bit tougher and thicker than a normal xiao long bao. But the soup and meat are both packed with flavor. The chili oil on the table was not spicy pretty much just dried chili and oil. Service was great, overall enjoyable experience.“

“Great place for a hot pot night with friends! There are so many options to choose from and everything we ordered was delicious. The duck blood, beef tripe, vegetables, and noodles were all cooked perfectly. Can’t wait to visit again!“

“The best Chinese food I had in a long long time. We have been with six, sharing different dishes - a blast. Share the soup! Highly recommended.Thanks for reading my comment. Now, if you are curious enough about my "rating scheme", here's "the moment of truth. I am a music photographer who has traveled the world with the world's greatest musical talents (Michael Jackson, AC/DC, Rolling Stones, and Rammstein, to name a few) for almost 40 years. When being asked "Where do you live" I tended to ask "in hotels". At my peak, I "shot" 250 shows a year. Will say: been there, saw and tasted it, and a lot, as I may say, and much to the dismay of my doctor who is in my back to lose a few pounds. Quite a few, as I may add, which is why my wife and I walk ten thousand steps per day, where- and whenever we can - and explore a lot of new exciting places - places you may oversee when just driving by. While I love to share my experience with others, I am sometimes shocked at how people use their "power of the word" to down-rate amazing places because of minor incidents (in my all-time favorite​ restaurant Le Petit Four on Sunset Plaza the owner was even called a racist as he refused to toast the (free) bread in his packed restaurant - they simply do not offer toasted bread, as no French​ place does, as I may add). Or I just read "Chicken piccata so over-salted I hope the dog enjoys the leftovers tomorrow, I brought home most of the dish." Did they speak to their service? How could the restaurant learn that something was wrong when patrons even have their leftovers​ boxed to take home? As a dog owner,​ I want to take the writer and shake him or her really bad and say "You give over-salted food to your dog? Anyone with a bit of brain understands this is a horrible idea...​ I hope you agree.So If I had a say on this portal, I would offer just to see the ratings of my friends. So I would see what the ratings were by like-minded people. Sadly, I have no say. I try not to compare apples with oranges. A place like this does not correspond to "The Ritz". At first,​ I assume that a restaurant is clean, they do not greet you with a gun - and they deliver whatever they promise. I do not give stars for things that are expected. In my rating scheme, three or more stars are awarded if they actually exceed my expectations. Four, if I am sure I will come back. To achieve five stars, I must be willing to take a detour of thirty minutes or more to go again. Thank you for reading this.“

“Absolutely the best new restaurant inLos Angeles. Wonderful staff. Gorgeous facility indoors and patio. Exquisite and unique delicious food.“

“Love playing here. Can't wait to see you at my next show March 26th 7pm“

“If you’re looking for a restaurant with delicious food, reasonable prices, and outstanding service, this is definitely the place to visit! Every dish we’ve tried has been fresh, flavorful, and worth every penny. The staff is warm, attentive, and always makes you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. The atmosphere is comfortable, and the overall dining experience is consistently excellent. We always leave with full stomachs, big smiles, and already looking forward to our next visit. Highly recommended!“

“This place just rips. The food is always amazing, the staff is always super nice, they have a cool menu and wild fun drinks. The vibe is on point, this place is an LA classic. I Truly don’t understand why this place isn’t completely slammed when I go, but I’m grateful I can always get a booth here.“

“Try The Indo Fried Rice… You will love it😀“

“Been coming here for as long as I can remember - I suppose as long as this iteration has existed. The H.Way Frontier is a place you’re introduced to early on if you’re below the line film crew in Burbank running with a rigging or art dept./set Dec crew. This storefront carries on the tradition as I’ll often bump into fellow industry crew here.
All that stuff is well and good but the real reason we congregate here is THE FOOD. There are other good Chinese restaurants in LA but this place to me is by far the best. Consistently wonderful, delicious, very good portion sizes and a nice menu variety. It’s quick (15 minutes or less) and the lunch specials are a great deal. I’m not usually this gushy about anything but Frontier Wok Too deserves every bit of praise I can throw at it. If my family is in the mood for Chinese Food there’s only one choice for us and that is right here. With no traffic it’s still a 20 minute drive one way but it’s worth every minute once we’re sitting down to eat it. You can’t go wrong at Frontier Wok Too. If you haven’t tried it you simply must and you can be the judge.“

“I love this place!!! Traveling North from OC area stopped to eat here. I read the reviews and thought I’d give it a try. These plates were so full of color, every bite was bursting with fresh delicious goodness!! I didn’t want to put the fork down 🤣 OH and let me mention the fork!!! I’ve never seen a fork so perfectly curved and held each bite so well that it didn’t fall off 😂🫶🏼 that’s a winner for me! 🥰
The atmosphere was very clean, well lit from the window view and the service was super sweet!! The price was just right. Portions were nice. Everything was perfect! It’s a little restaurant right off the street and if you’re not careful (like me) you’ll miss it. This is definitely a place I’ve saved on my maps for future stops! Delicioso 😋🥳“

“Best food, place, service and owners. Anne Ericsson“

“Delicious food. Owners always happy to accommodate my son with any changes to the dishes. They're very pleasant to deal with. This has become our new go to restaurant when we're craving Chinese food. This review is an update from 7 years ago.“

“Amazing Chinese food served with cozy modern vibes. Beef noodles are amazingly chewy and delicate. A gem in Altadena/Pasasena area. This is the only modern Chinese restaurant that makes you feel relaxed enough to have a drink with friends and share a great meal. Completely forgot to take a photo of the ice cream in a fried bao which is a requirement for any meal at Woon“

“Amazing food. I miss it so much every day. I used to get delivery to my house off Orange Grove and the owner would deliver himself and remember me.“

“Came here with my friend, who is an Altadena resident, and they told me this place is well-known among the locals. I couldn't believe how extensive the menu was. Besides burgers, they offer cheesesteaks, Chinese food, Mexican food, and even Thai curry! I was amazed.

The restaurant is Asian-owned, which gave me confidence in trying something from their Chinese food menu. However, I ended up sticking with a traditional burger combo, even though I was really tempted to try the Thai curry. I saw someone order it, but they only had the vegan version available because they had run out of chicken. I'll save the Thai curry for my next visit when the chicken version is available.

The burger was freshly made and came with avocado. It was high quality and very delicious. The fries were decent as well.

I also want to mention that the restroom was exceptionally clean. You can often tell a lot about a restaurant's hygiene standards by the condition of its restroom. Just note that the restroom entrance is located outside rather than inside the restaurant.

If you're in the Altadena area, please consider supporting this local business. You won't be disappointed by the food.“

“On September 27, 2024 I had my takeout food, orange chicken, cashew shrimp with coconut and their eggrolls. The amount of awesome food was three times the normal any other restaurant. The $16 average per meal is way below the other restaurants. Everything I had was outstanding and is without a doubt my number one restaurant in Eagle 🦅 Rock!! GREEN DRAGON RESTAURANT ROCKS!!! take out only…. Low prices.“

“Great food and drinks. Happy hour was 3 hours of food and drinks. Amazing. Thanks for a great evening.“

“I have been to a bunch of different Chinese restaurants as a Hollywood veteran, and I believe this is the best Chinese food in Hollywood.“

“Wow wow wow !! Such great dumplings and custard buns ! Came by to get a quick lunch to go, and I open up my food to these cuties ! And not only were they cute, they were delicious! And the dumplings, my gosh! Delicious!! Definitely coming by and eating here again when I am in the area !!

Thank you!! 🙏🏼❤“

“Very nice small restaurant selling specialty noodles and some side items. The potato noodles have a firmer texture, kinda like soba, the soup was delicious. Chicken bone was also very good. There was an old couple working there, very friendly. Price was reasonable, highest it goes was $13 for the house special noodle. Overall a great place to try something new and unique.“

“Was craving Chinese food after a long day when I tried this place for the first time and it became my go to spot instantly. The portions are extremely generous and they really pack as much as they can into their to go containers. Always hot and fresh as well and you always get your moneys worth“

“Really enjoyed eating here. The staff was very friendly and attentive. There was a small mix-up with my order, but they fixed it right away and were great about it. The food came out quickly and tasted great. You can tell they care about their customers. I’ll definitely be coming back. 10/10, would recommend.“

“Food was delicious, and service was great and friendly. Ordered scallion pancake, short ribs and soup dumplings it was plenty of food.“

“Nu Great Wok is one of those spots you’re really glad you found.

From the moment you walk in, it’s clean, quick, and friendly — the kind of neighborhood Chinese restaurant that actually cares if you enjoy your meal. The staff is always welcoming and the food comes out hot and fresh.

What really stands out is the lunch menu. They have a great selection — all the favorites like General Tso’s, orange chicken, beef with broccoli, sesame chicken, vegetable dishes, fried rice/lo mein options — and it’s all at very reasonable prices. You get a solid portion, not a skimpy one, so it’s perfect for a workday lunch or a quick bite without spending a lot.

Food quality is consistently good: sauces are flavorful, veggies are crisp, and the meat actually tastes fresh, not overcooked. Plus, they’re pretty fast, so you’re not waiting forever.

Overall, Nu Great Wok is exactly what a good local Chinese place should be: tasty food, plenty of choice, fair prices, and friendly service. Highly recommend, especially for lunch. 🥡✨“

“Food is delicious and very flavorful! The sweet and sour pork is my favorite! The beef and broccoli, kung pao chicken, and mushroom chicken are very tasty as well. If you get the complete dinner you get egg drop soup with an egg roll and wontons which are delicious as well!! Will definitely be coming back. The portions are also worth it“

“As someone who really tries to avoid chains, it's fantastic to have this little Chinese takeout place close by. It's family-owned since... forever (I've been coming here since 1998), the food is great (not gourmet, but that's not the idea, either), and the service is courteous and speedy. I love this place!“

“Egg Roll King is not only known for its delicious food but also for the warm and friendly people who work there. My 6-year-old son absolutely loves coming here for the chow mein — it’s always fresh, flavorful, and made with care. The kindness of the staff makes every visit even more enjoyable.“

“The food is outstanding! The quality and the flavors were amazing! Additionally the quantity was enough for me and my mom to share and enough for her to have leftovers for dinner. They also provided excellent service! This is our new favorite place!“

“Dumpling Wei is the absolute best! I've literally worked through the menu and everything has been incredibly tasty! My favorites rank among the Garlic Eggplant, Mapo Tofu with Ground Pork, Pork Xiao Long Bao, Pork Wontons in Chili Oil, Sautéed Bok Choy, Cucumber Salad and so many others!!

💰 plan to spent $20/ person because there are so many options you will likely get 2 each

🚗 Parking is available but the lot is difficult to navigate for nervous drivers. Be prepared.

✨️Language barriers have never been an issue when ordering here!!! Dont hesitate to try a new/ different cuisine!! ✨️“

“Food,service, and atmosphere was perfect!! Highly recommend this place 💜💜💜“

“I had been looking forward to trying out panda inn and they did not disappoint. From the classic decorum; fantastic service and most delicious food the hardest decision was what two entrees to order as I was dining alone. I will be back with friends so that we can try more dishes!!“

“This is not gourmet chinese food.. .This is just very GOOD americanized chy-nee foo at a damn good price. You will get your money's worth. I guarantee. I ordered a carry out, two item combo , ALOT OF FOOD. And very tasty , I was happy . $13 out the door 😁 Try it ,“

“I love this place my family has been coming here since I was a preschool and I’m 25 now and I was so devastated when the fire happened. I was having withdrawals from the food I missed it so much. I am grateful to the owners who kept it operating after the fire and the pandemic. The food is exactly how I remembered it! My favorite is the wonton soup and of course their chili oil! I come here once a month when I can.“

“Only got take out so can't comment on the service but my interaction told me it is about what you can expect from most places in SGV. Don't judge this place by its cover. Food is really well made. This is going to be my go to place for dumpling and Beijing pie takeout.“

“Not only a great value but the BEST Chinese cuisine I’ve had, bar none. The MaiTi’s are incredible, if you like them strong. Couldn’t recommend it more strongly than I am. I’m a bonified foodie, have eaten at some of they operated restaurants around the world and this place is a gem and a must try!“

“IFYKYK I’ve been coming here since I was a kid. Me and my 5 older siblings. Back when Luisiana fried chicken used to be a donut shop only. But seriously this place hits home and people will or will not understand the service they give . It’s direct and quick since they run off family owned they have their system in doing things . I love it here and always recommend the chicken teriyaki lunch special .I’ve had that order since 2000 (I’m a ‘94 baby).

Keep supporting local businesses like these as they are some of the few . I will continue coming until the end 🙏🏼“

“The lady that helped me was very nice a welcoming! The service was fast and the food was so good! The chow mein was my favorite part. The chickens were delicious and fresh. I’m in the city visiting and wish she had a location where I live 😣“

“2nd ⏰️ - just as delicious. Our new Go To!“

“i love this place! the food is amazing! i have taken a few of my friends and all say the same! The food is amazing!! my favorites are tofu fried rice, red curry, the pad thai and sticky rice with mango!! The menu is incredible, lots to choose from. and the staff is super friendly. I highly recommend this place!“

“Such a great experience at Diner Dash! The food was absolutely delicious. We ordered the Mapo Tofu, and it was packed with flavor and cooked perfectly. The Mango Pomelo dessert was sooo good—refreshing, sweet, and the perfect way to end the meal!

The ambiance was welcoming and comfortable, making it a great place to relax and enjoy good food. A special shoutout to Gabriel, who was incredibly kind, attentive, and fast with our orders. His excellent service made our visit even better.

Highly recommend this place—definitely a must-try! We can’t wait to come back. 😊🍽✨“

“The best Chinese in L.A !!! Always fresh & made to order.. excellent service too!“

“My partner and I have come to consider this our spot in Burbank. It’s always nice to come here when I’m in town. Delicious, affordable, and comfortable. I’m a vegetarian, and I’ve been able to order something different every time I’ve gone. Nothing I didn’t like! I also enjoy getting to refill my metal water cup at the table or ordering hot tea and refilling that little cup with the teapot. It’s the little things.“

“The best pad Thai I’ve ever had. I drive 30 miles just to have it“